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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Ford Sedan Kills Woman Crossing Flatlands Avenue▸Jun 20 - A Ford sedan hit a young woman crossing Flatlands Avenue. The car’s left front bumper struck her head. She died on the street. The night was silent. The lights blinked. No one moved. The city swallowed another life.
A 24-year-old woman was killed on Flatlands Avenue when a Ford sedan struck her as she crossed the street. According to the police report, the left front bumper hit her head. She died at the scene from head and internal injuries. The report lists her as a pedestrian crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but does not specify any driver error or contributing factor. The driver was a 25-year-old man, licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other injuries were reported. The police narrative notes, 'She died there, on the asphalt, from head and internal wounds. The streetlights blinked. No one screamed.'
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Head-On Sedan Crash Crushes Passenger on Rockaway Parkway▸Jun 20 - Two sedans slammed head-first near Rutland Road. Metal twisted. A woman in the front seat took the worst of it. Her back broke against the dash. She sat silent, stunned, as the wreck caved in around her.
Two sedans collided head-on at Rockaway Parkway near Rutland Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 48-year-old woman riding in the front passenger seat suffered a broken back and crush injuries. She wore no belt. Both drivers, men aged 36 and 49, were also involved and listed as injured or with unspecified injuries. The report states, 'Two sedans collided head-first. A 48-year-old woman in the front seat wore no belt. Her back broke against the dash.' No contributing factors or driver errors are specified in the data. The crash left the passenger in shock, trapped in the twisted metal. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Motorcycle Strikes Pedestrian on Fulton Street▸Jun 20 - A motorcycle hit a young woman head-on on Fulton Street. She bled from the skull. The rider did not stop. Sirens rose as she lay still. Both the pedestrian and the rider were injured. The street held the aftermath.
A 19-year-old woman was struck by a motorcycle while crossing Fulton Street near Washington Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 19-year-old woman stepped into the street against the light. A motorcycle hit her head-on. She bled from the skull. The rider did not stop.' The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and was left bleeding on the asphalt. The 49-year-old motorcycle rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder contusion. No specific driver errors were listed in the report. The rider was wearing a helmet, as noted in the data. The crash left both the pedestrian and the rider injured, with emergency response arriving as the scene unfolded.
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Moped Slams Bike, Passenger Bloodied in Brooklyn▸Jun 19 - A moped struck a bike’s rear on Maple Street. The girl riding pillion took the blow. Blood marked her face. She stayed conscious. The crash left her with severe cuts. Unsafe speed and failure to yield fueled the impact.
A moped crashed into the rear of a bicycle at Maple Street and Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact injured an 18-year-old female passenger riding on the back of the bike. According to the police report, 'A moped slammed into a bike’s rear. The girl on the back seat took the hit in silence. Blood traced her face.' She suffered severe lacerations to her face but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both the moped and bike drivers were male and did not report injuries. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the crash was driven by driver errors: unsafe speed and disregard for traffic control.
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Motorcycle Hits Elderly Pedestrian on Fulton Street▸Jun 19 - A motorcycle sped down Fulton. An old man stepped into its path. The machine struck him head-on. Blood pooled from his head. He stayed awake. The street echoed with silence after the crash.
An 83-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a motorcycle near 3154 Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the motorcycle was traveling at an unsafe speed and hit the man head-on as he crossed the street. The report notes the pedestrian suffered a head injury with severe bleeding but remained conscious at the scene. Driver errors listed in the data include 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The crash did not occur at an intersection or crosswalk. No mention of helmet use or signals appears in the contributing factors. The impact left the street marked by silence and injury.
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Motorcycle Slams SUV on Nostrand Avenue▸Jun 18 - A motorcycle crashed into a slowing SUV on Nostrand Avenue. The rider flew off, helmeted, head bleeding, barely conscious. A passenger was ejected, body broken. Brooklyn dusk filled with sirens. Following too closely led to pain and chaos.
A motorcycle struck the rear of a slowing SUV on Nostrand Avenue near Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the motorcycle 'slammed into a slowing SUV.' The 38-year-old motorcycle rider was ejected, suffered severe head lacerations, and was found semiconscious. A 27-year-old passenger was also ejected, sustaining fractures and dislocations. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The rider wore a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary cause remains the failure to maintain safe distance. The SUV was slowing or stopping when the crash occurred. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
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Motorcycle Slams SUV on Bushwick Avenue▸Jun 18 - A motorcycle hit an SUV on Bushwick Avenue. The rider flew, struck the pavement, his leg torn open. Blood pooled. The SUV’s front end crumpled. Both drivers distracted. The rider lay awake, bleeding, on the street.
A crash on Bushwick Avenue near Weirfield Street left a 26-year-old motorcycle rider severely injured. According to the police report, the motorcycle slammed into the side of an SUV. The rider was ejected and suffered a serious leg injury with severe bleeding. The SUV’s front end was damaged. Both drivers were listed as inattentive or distracted, with 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' cited as the contributing factor for each. The report notes the motorcycle rider wore no safety gear, but only after calling out driver distraction. No injuries were reported for the 27-year-old woman driving the SUV. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, with vulnerable road users paying the price.
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Cyclist Struck Headfirst on Ten Eyck Street▸Jun 18 - A young man rode north on Ten Eyck. He hit headfirst. Blood pooled. His eyes stayed open. Deep cuts split his face. The crash left him conscious, hurt, and bleeding. Distraction behind the handlebars. Brooklyn pavement took the blow.
A 25-year-old man riding a bike on Ten Eyck Street near Union Avenue in Brooklyn was struck headfirst and suffered severe head lacerations. According to the police report, 'Someone wasn’t looking. He was going straight.' The cyclist remained conscious but was left with deep cuts on his face and blood pooling on the pavement. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No helmet was worn, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is inattention. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers or riders lose focus, with serious injuries the result.
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Teen Ejected and Killed in High-Speed Belt Parkway Crash▸Jun 18 - A 16-year-old boy died on Belt Parkway. His SUV hit another head-on at unsafe speed. He was thrown from the car. His head struck hard. Four teens and two adults were hurt. The crash left metal twisted, lives changed.
A deadly crash unfolded on Belt Parkway when a 16-year-old, driving an SUV at unsafe speed, struck another SUV head-on. According to the police report, 'A 16-year-old boy, unbelted and speeding, struck another SUV head-on. His body flew from the wreck. His head hit hard. The car crumpled. He died there, in the dark, alone.' The contributing factor listed is 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen driver was ejected and killed. Four other young passengers, ages 15 to 19, suffered injuries to the neck, chest, and arms. Two adult drivers were also involved, one sustaining an arm injury. The police report notes that some injured teens were not using safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the primary cause: unsafe speed. The crash left one dead and several injured, all due to speed.
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Teen Motorcyclist Bleeds After Brooklyn Crash▸Jun 17 - A 15-year-old boy crashed his motorcycle on Linden and Mother Gaston. He struck hard, front-first. His leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed awake, broken and bleeding, as darkness fell over Brooklyn.
A 15-year-old boy riding a motorcycle was severely injured in a crash at Linden Boulevard and Mother Gaston Boulevard in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the boy hit hard, front-first, and suffered severe lacerations to his leg. He was conscious at the scene, bleeding heavily. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No other vehicles or people were involved. The boy was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the police report, but no helmet use was cited as a contributing factor. The crash left the teenager broken and bleeding on the asphalt as night closed in.
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Signal Failure Traps Two in SUV Collision▸Jun 17 - Two SUVs crashed at Vandervoort and Meeker. The lights were out. Steel met glass. A man clutched his neck. A young woman’s leg was crushed. Both drivers hurt. Both belted. The street gave no warning. The system failed. Bodies broke.
Two SUVs collided at the corner of Vandervoort Avenue and Meeker Avenue. According to the police report, the traffic lights were not working. Both vehicles traveled eastbound and crashed. The male driver, 60, suffered neck injuries and crush trauma. The female driver, 23, was unlicensed and trapped by a crushed leg. Both wore seat belts. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No other errors or violations are noted. The crash left both drivers injured, underscoring the danger when basic traffic controls fail.
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Pickup Turns Left, Hits Pedestrian Head-On▸Jun 16 - A Ford pickup turned left at 19th Avenue and 79th Street. The driver struck a 64-year-old man crossing with the signal. Blood ran from his head. He stayed conscious. The truck’s front end hit him. He was badly hurt.
A Ford pickup truck, driven by a 55-year-old woman, made a left turn at the corner of 19th Avenue and 79th Street in Brooklyn. The truck struck a 64-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the truck’s center front end. The pedestrian was following the signal at the time of the crash. No helmet or signaling issues are noted for the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene.
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Improper Lane Change Shatters Leg on Belt Parkway▸Jun 15 - A motorcycle veered and overturned on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. Parked cars shook. Blood streaked the lane. A 29-year-old man clutched his crushed leg. Two others hurt. The road fell silent. Aggressive driving left bodies broken.
On Belt Parkway, a motorcycle veered, overturned, and struck parked cars. According to the police report, the crash left a 29-year-old man with severe crush injuries to his leg. Two others, including an 18-year-old passenger and a 22-year-old driver, suffered injuries. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver wore a helmet, as noted in the data, but the crash’s violence overwhelmed any protection. The scene was marked by wrecked vehicles and blood on the asphalt. No pedestrians were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore lane discipline and act aggressively.
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Two Left Turns Collide, Elderly Driver Injured▸Jun 15 - Two cars turned left on Fillmore Avenue. Metal smashed metal. An 87-year-old man, strapped in, was cut by glass. His body throbbed. Both drivers looked away. The street bore witness. Distraction ruled. Pain followed.
Two vehicles, a sedan and a taxi, collided while both were making left turns at Fillmore Avenue and East 49th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Both drivers looked away.' An 87-year-old male driver suffered severe lacerations and pain throughout his body. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other injuries were specified for the other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, as noted in the official account. Both drivers were licensed and wearing seat belts. The impact left one elderly man hurt and a street marked by shattered glass.
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Box Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Killed in Brooklyn▸Jun 15 - A box truck turned left on Central Avenue. An e-bike passed. Metal caught the rider. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The e-bike rider, 49, died in the street.
A box truck and an e-bike collided near Central Avenue and Palmetto Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 49-year-old man, was killed. According to the police report, 'A box truck turned left. An e-bike passed. Metal caught man. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The rider, 49, lay still.' The truck was making a left turn while the e-bike was passing. No specific driver errors were listed in the data. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal crush injuries to the pelvis. The helmet split on impact, as noted in the report. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Cyclist Doored by Distracted SUV Driver on Fulton▸Jun 15 - A Jeep door swung open on Fulton. A cyclist struck it. His leg split. Blood on the street. The driver did not look. The cyclist wore a helmet. The city’s danger showed its teeth.
A 27-year-old cyclist suffered severe leg lacerations after crashing into the door of a parked Jeep SUV on Fulton Street near Irving Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep door flung open. A 27-year-old cyclist crashed into it. His leg split wide.' The cyclist was conscious and wore a helmet. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to check for oncoming cyclists before opening the door. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive drivers and the unforgiving nature of city streets.
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Sedan Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown Face-First▸Jun 15 - A sedan turned left on 5th Street. A cyclist rode straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew, face-first to the pavement. Blood pooled. He was 58. He stayed conscious. The driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part.
A crash at the corner of 5th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 58-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn struck the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The impact ejected the cyclist, causing severe bleeding from the face. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan's driver was licensed and uninjured. The cyclist was conscious at the scene. No helmet use or signaling is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike Rider From Behind▸Jun 14 - A sedan slammed into a young e-bike rider on Atlantic Avenue. The car hit from behind. The rider’s head split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver fled. The rider lay still, breathing shallow, eyes open to the sky.
A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind on Atlantic Avenue near Havens Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind. No helmet. Head torn open. Blood pooled on the hot pavement. The car kept going. The rider lay still, eyes open, breathing shallow.' The rider suffered severe head lacerations and was conscious at the scene. No driver errors were listed in the police data. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the facts of the crash. The sedan driver fled, leaving the injured rider on the street.
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Distracted Drivers Collide Head-On Avenue J▸Jun 14 - Two sedans crashed head-on at Avenue J and East 37th. Metal twisted. A 40-year-old man suffered crush wounds to his shoulder. Both drivers were distracted. Brooklyn’s morning broke with the sound of steel and pain.
Two sedans collided head-on at Avenue J and East 37th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. The impact left a 40-year-old male driver with crush injuries to his shoulder. The report states: “Both drivers were distracted. Morning broke in Brooklyn under the sound of screeching steel and pain.” The data lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers were wearing seat belts. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Nissan Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Flatlands Avenue▸Jun 11 - A man crossed Flatlands Avenue. A Nissan sedan hit him head-on. His body broke on the asphalt. He died there. The car kept going straight. The street offered no crosswalk, no signal. The driver did not stop.
A 42-year-old man was killed on Flatlands Avenue when a westbound Nissan sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street with no crosswalk or signal. The impact shattered his body. He died at the scene. The sedan continued straight after the collision. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash left the pedestrian dead and the driver uninjured.
Jun 20 - A Ford sedan hit a young woman crossing Flatlands Avenue. The car’s left front bumper struck her head. She died on the street. The night was silent. The lights blinked. No one moved. The city swallowed another life.
A 24-year-old woman was killed on Flatlands Avenue when a Ford sedan struck her as she crossed the street. According to the police report, the left front bumper hit her head. She died at the scene from head and internal injuries. The report lists her as a pedestrian crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but does not specify any driver error or contributing factor. The driver was a 25-year-old man, licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other injuries were reported. The police narrative notes, 'She died there, on the asphalt, from head and internal wounds. The streetlights blinked. No one screamed.'
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Head-On Sedan Crash Crushes Passenger on Rockaway Parkway▸Jun 20 - Two sedans slammed head-first near Rutland Road. Metal twisted. A woman in the front seat took the worst of it. Her back broke against the dash. She sat silent, stunned, as the wreck caved in around her.
Two sedans collided head-on at Rockaway Parkway near Rutland Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 48-year-old woman riding in the front passenger seat suffered a broken back and crush injuries. She wore no belt. Both drivers, men aged 36 and 49, were also involved and listed as injured or with unspecified injuries. The report states, 'Two sedans collided head-first. A 48-year-old woman in the front seat wore no belt. Her back broke against the dash.' No contributing factors or driver errors are specified in the data. The crash left the passenger in shock, trapped in the twisted metal. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Motorcycle Strikes Pedestrian on Fulton Street▸Jun 20 - A motorcycle hit a young woman head-on on Fulton Street. She bled from the skull. The rider did not stop. Sirens rose as she lay still. Both the pedestrian and the rider were injured. The street held the aftermath.
A 19-year-old woman was struck by a motorcycle while crossing Fulton Street near Washington Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 19-year-old woman stepped into the street against the light. A motorcycle hit her head-on. She bled from the skull. The rider did not stop.' The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and was left bleeding on the asphalt. The 49-year-old motorcycle rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder contusion. No specific driver errors were listed in the report. The rider was wearing a helmet, as noted in the data. The crash left both the pedestrian and the rider injured, with emergency response arriving as the scene unfolded.
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Moped Slams Bike, Passenger Bloodied in Brooklyn▸Jun 19 - A moped struck a bike’s rear on Maple Street. The girl riding pillion took the blow. Blood marked her face. She stayed conscious. The crash left her with severe cuts. Unsafe speed and failure to yield fueled the impact.
A moped crashed into the rear of a bicycle at Maple Street and Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact injured an 18-year-old female passenger riding on the back of the bike. According to the police report, 'A moped slammed into a bike’s rear. The girl on the back seat took the hit in silence. Blood traced her face.' She suffered severe lacerations to her face but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both the moped and bike drivers were male and did not report injuries. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the crash was driven by driver errors: unsafe speed and disregard for traffic control.
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Motorcycle Hits Elderly Pedestrian on Fulton Street▸Jun 19 - A motorcycle sped down Fulton. An old man stepped into its path. The machine struck him head-on. Blood pooled from his head. He stayed awake. The street echoed with silence after the crash.
An 83-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a motorcycle near 3154 Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the motorcycle was traveling at an unsafe speed and hit the man head-on as he crossed the street. The report notes the pedestrian suffered a head injury with severe bleeding but remained conscious at the scene. Driver errors listed in the data include 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The crash did not occur at an intersection or crosswalk. No mention of helmet use or signals appears in the contributing factors. The impact left the street marked by silence and injury.
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Motorcycle Slams SUV on Nostrand Avenue▸Jun 18 - A motorcycle crashed into a slowing SUV on Nostrand Avenue. The rider flew off, helmeted, head bleeding, barely conscious. A passenger was ejected, body broken. Brooklyn dusk filled with sirens. Following too closely led to pain and chaos.
A motorcycle struck the rear of a slowing SUV on Nostrand Avenue near Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the motorcycle 'slammed into a slowing SUV.' The 38-year-old motorcycle rider was ejected, suffered severe head lacerations, and was found semiconscious. A 27-year-old passenger was also ejected, sustaining fractures and dislocations. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The rider wore a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary cause remains the failure to maintain safe distance. The SUV was slowing or stopping when the crash occurred. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
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Motorcycle Slams SUV on Bushwick Avenue▸Jun 18 - A motorcycle hit an SUV on Bushwick Avenue. The rider flew, struck the pavement, his leg torn open. Blood pooled. The SUV’s front end crumpled. Both drivers distracted. The rider lay awake, bleeding, on the street.
A crash on Bushwick Avenue near Weirfield Street left a 26-year-old motorcycle rider severely injured. According to the police report, the motorcycle slammed into the side of an SUV. The rider was ejected and suffered a serious leg injury with severe bleeding. The SUV’s front end was damaged. Both drivers were listed as inattentive or distracted, with 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' cited as the contributing factor for each. The report notes the motorcycle rider wore no safety gear, but only after calling out driver distraction. No injuries were reported for the 27-year-old woman driving the SUV. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, with vulnerable road users paying the price.
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Cyclist Struck Headfirst on Ten Eyck Street▸Jun 18 - A young man rode north on Ten Eyck. He hit headfirst. Blood pooled. His eyes stayed open. Deep cuts split his face. The crash left him conscious, hurt, and bleeding. Distraction behind the handlebars. Brooklyn pavement took the blow.
A 25-year-old man riding a bike on Ten Eyck Street near Union Avenue in Brooklyn was struck headfirst and suffered severe head lacerations. According to the police report, 'Someone wasn’t looking. He was going straight.' The cyclist remained conscious but was left with deep cuts on his face and blood pooling on the pavement. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No helmet was worn, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is inattention. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers or riders lose focus, with serious injuries the result.
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Teen Ejected and Killed in High-Speed Belt Parkway Crash▸Jun 18 - A 16-year-old boy died on Belt Parkway. His SUV hit another head-on at unsafe speed. He was thrown from the car. His head struck hard. Four teens and two adults were hurt. The crash left metal twisted, lives changed.
A deadly crash unfolded on Belt Parkway when a 16-year-old, driving an SUV at unsafe speed, struck another SUV head-on. According to the police report, 'A 16-year-old boy, unbelted and speeding, struck another SUV head-on. His body flew from the wreck. His head hit hard. The car crumpled. He died there, in the dark, alone.' The contributing factor listed is 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen driver was ejected and killed. Four other young passengers, ages 15 to 19, suffered injuries to the neck, chest, and arms. Two adult drivers were also involved, one sustaining an arm injury. The police report notes that some injured teens were not using safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the primary cause: unsafe speed. The crash left one dead and several injured, all due to speed.
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Teen Motorcyclist Bleeds After Brooklyn Crash▸Jun 17 - A 15-year-old boy crashed his motorcycle on Linden and Mother Gaston. He struck hard, front-first. His leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed awake, broken and bleeding, as darkness fell over Brooklyn.
A 15-year-old boy riding a motorcycle was severely injured in a crash at Linden Boulevard and Mother Gaston Boulevard in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the boy hit hard, front-first, and suffered severe lacerations to his leg. He was conscious at the scene, bleeding heavily. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No other vehicles or people were involved. The boy was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the police report, but no helmet use was cited as a contributing factor. The crash left the teenager broken and bleeding on the asphalt as night closed in.
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Signal Failure Traps Two in SUV Collision▸Jun 17 - Two SUVs crashed at Vandervoort and Meeker. The lights were out. Steel met glass. A man clutched his neck. A young woman’s leg was crushed. Both drivers hurt. Both belted. The street gave no warning. The system failed. Bodies broke.
Two SUVs collided at the corner of Vandervoort Avenue and Meeker Avenue. According to the police report, the traffic lights were not working. Both vehicles traveled eastbound and crashed. The male driver, 60, suffered neck injuries and crush trauma. The female driver, 23, was unlicensed and trapped by a crushed leg. Both wore seat belts. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No other errors or violations are noted. The crash left both drivers injured, underscoring the danger when basic traffic controls fail.
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Pickup Turns Left, Hits Pedestrian Head-On▸Jun 16 - A Ford pickup turned left at 19th Avenue and 79th Street. The driver struck a 64-year-old man crossing with the signal. Blood ran from his head. He stayed conscious. The truck’s front end hit him. He was badly hurt.
A Ford pickup truck, driven by a 55-year-old woman, made a left turn at the corner of 19th Avenue and 79th Street in Brooklyn. The truck struck a 64-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the truck’s center front end. The pedestrian was following the signal at the time of the crash. No helmet or signaling issues are noted for the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene.
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Improper Lane Change Shatters Leg on Belt Parkway▸Jun 15 - A motorcycle veered and overturned on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. Parked cars shook. Blood streaked the lane. A 29-year-old man clutched his crushed leg. Two others hurt. The road fell silent. Aggressive driving left bodies broken.
On Belt Parkway, a motorcycle veered, overturned, and struck parked cars. According to the police report, the crash left a 29-year-old man with severe crush injuries to his leg. Two others, including an 18-year-old passenger and a 22-year-old driver, suffered injuries. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver wore a helmet, as noted in the data, but the crash’s violence overwhelmed any protection. The scene was marked by wrecked vehicles and blood on the asphalt. No pedestrians were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore lane discipline and act aggressively.
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Two Left Turns Collide, Elderly Driver Injured▸Jun 15 - Two cars turned left on Fillmore Avenue. Metal smashed metal. An 87-year-old man, strapped in, was cut by glass. His body throbbed. Both drivers looked away. The street bore witness. Distraction ruled. Pain followed.
Two vehicles, a sedan and a taxi, collided while both were making left turns at Fillmore Avenue and East 49th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Both drivers looked away.' An 87-year-old male driver suffered severe lacerations and pain throughout his body. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other injuries were specified for the other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, as noted in the official account. Both drivers were licensed and wearing seat belts. The impact left one elderly man hurt and a street marked by shattered glass.
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Box Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Killed in Brooklyn▸Jun 15 - A box truck turned left on Central Avenue. An e-bike passed. Metal caught the rider. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The e-bike rider, 49, died in the street.
A box truck and an e-bike collided near Central Avenue and Palmetto Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 49-year-old man, was killed. According to the police report, 'A box truck turned left. An e-bike passed. Metal caught man. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The rider, 49, lay still.' The truck was making a left turn while the e-bike was passing. No specific driver errors were listed in the data. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal crush injuries to the pelvis. The helmet split on impact, as noted in the report. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Cyclist Doored by Distracted SUV Driver on Fulton▸Jun 15 - A Jeep door swung open on Fulton. A cyclist struck it. His leg split. Blood on the street. The driver did not look. The cyclist wore a helmet. The city’s danger showed its teeth.
A 27-year-old cyclist suffered severe leg lacerations after crashing into the door of a parked Jeep SUV on Fulton Street near Irving Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep door flung open. A 27-year-old cyclist crashed into it. His leg split wide.' The cyclist was conscious and wore a helmet. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to check for oncoming cyclists before opening the door. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive drivers and the unforgiving nature of city streets.
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Sedan Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown Face-First▸Jun 15 - A sedan turned left on 5th Street. A cyclist rode straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew, face-first to the pavement. Blood pooled. He was 58. He stayed conscious. The driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part.
A crash at the corner of 5th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 58-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn struck the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The impact ejected the cyclist, causing severe bleeding from the face. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan's driver was licensed and uninjured. The cyclist was conscious at the scene. No helmet use or signaling is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike Rider From Behind▸Jun 14 - A sedan slammed into a young e-bike rider on Atlantic Avenue. The car hit from behind. The rider’s head split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver fled. The rider lay still, breathing shallow, eyes open to the sky.
A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind on Atlantic Avenue near Havens Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind. No helmet. Head torn open. Blood pooled on the hot pavement. The car kept going. The rider lay still, eyes open, breathing shallow.' The rider suffered severe head lacerations and was conscious at the scene. No driver errors were listed in the police data. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the facts of the crash. The sedan driver fled, leaving the injured rider on the street.
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Distracted Drivers Collide Head-On Avenue J▸Jun 14 - Two sedans crashed head-on at Avenue J and East 37th. Metal twisted. A 40-year-old man suffered crush wounds to his shoulder. Both drivers were distracted. Brooklyn’s morning broke with the sound of steel and pain.
Two sedans collided head-on at Avenue J and East 37th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. The impact left a 40-year-old male driver with crush injuries to his shoulder. The report states: “Both drivers were distracted. Morning broke in Brooklyn under the sound of screeching steel and pain.” The data lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers were wearing seat belts. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Nissan Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Flatlands Avenue▸Jun 11 - A man crossed Flatlands Avenue. A Nissan sedan hit him head-on. His body broke on the asphalt. He died there. The car kept going straight. The street offered no crosswalk, no signal. The driver did not stop.
A 42-year-old man was killed on Flatlands Avenue when a westbound Nissan sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street with no crosswalk or signal. The impact shattered his body. He died at the scene. The sedan continued straight after the collision. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash left the pedestrian dead and the driver uninjured.
Jun 20 - Two sedans slammed head-first near Rutland Road. Metal twisted. A woman in the front seat took the worst of it. Her back broke against the dash. She sat silent, stunned, as the wreck caved in around her.
Two sedans collided head-on at Rockaway Parkway near Rutland Road in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 48-year-old woman riding in the front passenger seat suffered a broken back and crush injuries. She wore no belt. Both drivers, men aged 36 and 49, were also involved and listed as injured or with unspecified injuries. The report states, 'Two sedans collided head-first. A 48-year-old woman in the front seat wore no belt. Her back broke against the dash.' No contributing factors or driver errors are specified in the data. The crash left the passenger in shock, trapped in the twisted metal. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Motorcycle Strikes Pedestrian on Fulton Street▸Jun 20 - A motorcycle hit a young woman head-on on Fulton Street. She bled from the skull. The rider did not stop. Sirens rose as she lay still. Both the pedestrian and the rider were injured. The street held the aftermath.
A 19-year-old woman was struck by a motorcycle while crossing Fulton Street near Washington Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 19-year-old woman stepped into the street against the light. A motorcycle hit her head-on. She bled from the skull. The rider did not stop.' The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and was left bleeding on the asphalt. The 49-year-old motorcycle rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder contusion. No specific driver errors were listed in the report. The rider was wearing a helmet, as noted in the data. The crash left both the pedestrian and the rider injured, with emergency response arriving as the scene unfolded.
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Moped Slams Bike, Passenger Bloodied in Brooklyn▸Jun 19 - A moped struck a bike’s rear on Maple Street. The girl riding pillion took the blow. Blood marked her face. She stayed conscious. The crash left her with severe cuts. Unsafe speed and failure to yield fueled the impact.
A moped crashed into the rear of a bicycle at Maple Street and Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact injured an 18-year-old female passenger riding on the back of the bike. According to the police report, 'A moped slammed into a bike’s rear. The girl on the back seat took the hit in silence. Blood traced her face.' She suffered severe lacerations to her face but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both the moped and bike drivers were male and did not report injuries. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the crash was driven by driver errors: unsafe speed and disregard for traffic control.
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Motorcycle Hits Elderly Pedestrian on Fulton Street▸Jun 19 - A motorcycle sped down Fulton. An old man stepped into its path. The machine struck him head-on. Blood pooled from his head. He stayed awake. The street echoed with silence after the crash.
An 83-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a motorcycle near 3154 Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the motorcycle was traveling at an unsafe speed and hit the man head-on as he crossed the street. The report notes the pedestrian suffered a head injury with severe bleeding but remained conscious at the scene. Driver errors listed in the data include 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The crash did not occur at an intersection or crosswalk. No mention of helmet use or signals appears in the contributing factors. The impact left the street marked by silence and injury.
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Motorcycle Slams SUV on Nostrand Avenue▸Jun 18 - A motorcycle crashed into a slowing SUV on Nostrand Avenue. The rider flew off, helmeted, head bleeding, barely conscious. A passenger was ejected, body broken. Brooklyn dusk filled with sirens. Following too closely led to pain and chaos.
A motorcycle struck the rear of a slowing SUV on Nostrand Avenue near Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the motorcycle 'slammed into a slowing SUV.' The 38-year-old motorcycle rider was ejected, suffered severe head lacerations, and was found semiconscious. A 27-year-old passenger was also ejected, sustaining fractures and dislocations. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The rider wore a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary cause remains the failure to maintain safe distance. The SUV was slowing or stopping when the crash occurred. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
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Motorcycle Slams SUV on Bushwick Avenue▸Jun 18 - A motorcycle hit an SUV on Bushwick Avenue. The rider flew, struck the pavement, his leg torn open. Blood pooled. The SUV’s front end crumpled. Both drivers distracted. The rider lay awake, bleeding, on the street.
A crash on Bushwick Avenue near Weirfield Street left a 26-year-old motorcycle rider severely injured. According to the police report, the motorcycle slammed into the side of an SUV. The rider was ejected and suffered a serious leg injury with severe bleeding. The SUV’s front end was damaged. Both drivers were listed as inattentive or distracted, with 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' cited as the contributing factor for each. The report notes the motorcycle rider wore no safety gear, but only after calling out driver distraction. No injuries were reported for the 27-year-old woman driving the SUV. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, with vulnerable road users paying the price.
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Cyclist Struck Headfirst on Ten Eyck Street▸Jun 18 - A young man rode north on Ten Eyck. He hit headfirst. Blood pooled. His eyes stayed open. Deep cuts split his face. The crash left him conscious, hurt, and bleeding. Distraction behind the handlebars. Brooklyn pavement took the blow.
A 25-year-old man riding a bike on Ten Eyck Street near Union Avenue in Brooklyn was struck headfirst and suffered severe head lacerations. According to the police report, 'Someone wasn’t looking. He was going straight.' The cyclist remained conscious but was left with deep cuts on his face and blood pooling on the pavement. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No helmet was worn, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is inattention. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers or riders lose focus, with serious injuries the result.
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Teen Ejected and Killed in High-Speed Belt Parkway Crash▸Jun 18 - A 16-year-old boy died on Belt Parkway. His SUV hit another head-on at unsafe speed. He was thrown from the car. His head struck hard. Four teens and two adults were hurt. The crash left metal twisted, lives changed.
A deadly crash unfolded on Belt Parkway when a 16-year-old, driving an SUV at unsafe speed, struck another SUV head-on. According to the police report, 'A 16-year-old boy, unbelted and speeding, struck another SUV head-on. His body flew from the wreck. His head hit hard. The car crumpled. He died there, in the dark, alone.' The contributing factor listed is 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen driver was ejected and killed. Four other young passengers, ages 15 to 19, suffered injuries to the neck, chest, and arms. Two adult drivers were also involved, one sustaining an arm injury. The police report notes that some injured teens were not using safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the primary cause: unsafe speed. The crash left one dead and several injured, all due to speed.
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Teen Motorcyclist Bleeds After Brooklyn Crash▸Jun 17 - A 15-year-old boy crashed his motorcycle on Linden and Mother Gaston. He struck hard, front-first. His leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed awake, broken and bleeding, as darkness fell over Brooklyn.
A 15-year-old boy riding a motorcycle was severely injured in a crash at Linden Boulevard and Mother Gaston Boulevard in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the boy hit hard, front-first, and suffered severe lacerations to his leg. He was conscious at the scene, bleeding heavily. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No other vehicles or people were involved. The boy was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the police report, but no helmet use was cited as a contributing factor. The crash left the teenager broken and bleeding on the asphalt as night closed in.
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Signal Failure Traps Two in SUV Collision▸Jun 17 - Two SUVs crashed at Vandervoort and Meeker. The lights were out. Steel met glass. A man clutched his neck. A young woman’s leg was crushed. Both drivers hurt. Both belted. The street gave no warning. The system failed. Bodies broke.
Two SUVs collided at the corner of Vandervoort Avenue and Meeker Avenue. According to the police report, the traffic lights were not working. Both vehicles traveled eastbound and crashed. The male driver, 60, suffered neck injuries and crush trauma. The female driver, 23, was unlicensed and trapped by a crushed leg. Both wore seat belts. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No other errors or violations are noted. The crash left both drivers injured, underscoring the danger when basic traffic controls fail.
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Pickup Turns Left, Hits Pedestrian Head-On▸Jun 16 - A Ford pickup turned left at 19th Avenue and 79th Street. The driver struck a 64-year-old man crossing with the signal. Blood ran from his head. He stayed conscious. The truck’s front end hit him. He was badly hurt.
A Ford pickup truck, driven by a 55-year-old woman, made a left turn at the corner of 19th Avenue and 79th Street in Brooklyn. The truck struck a 64-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the truck’s center front end. The pedestrian was following the signal at the time of the crash. No helmet or signaling issues are noted for the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene.
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Improper Lane Change Shatters Leg on Belt Parkway▸Jun 15 - A motorcycle veered and overturned on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. Parked cars shook. Blood streaked the lane. A 29-year-old man clutched his crushed leg. Two others hurt. The road fell silent. Aggressive driving left bodies broken.
On Belt Parkway, a motorcycle veered, overturned, and struck parked cars. According to the police report, the crash left a 29-year-old man with severe crush injuries to his leg. Two others, including an 18-year-old passenger and a 22-year-old driver, suffered injuries. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver wore a helmet, as noted in the data, but the crash’s violence overwhelmed any protection. The scene was marked by wrecked vehicles and blood on the asphalt. No pedestrians were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore lane discipline and act aggressively.
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Two Left Turns Collide, Elderly Driver Injured▸Jun 15 - Two cars turned left on Fillmore Avenue. Metal smashed metal. An 87-year-old man, strapped in, was cut by glass. His body throbbed. Both drivers looked away. The street bore witness. Distraction ruled. Pain followed.
Two vehicles, a sedan and a taxi, collided while both were making left turns at Fillmore Avenue and East 49th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Both drivers looked away.' An 87-year-old male driver suffered severe lacerations and pain throughout his body. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other injuries were specified for the other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, as noted in the official account. Both drivers were licensed and wearing seat belts. The impact left one elderly man hurt and a street marked by shattered glass.
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Box Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Killed in Brooklyn▸Jun 15 - A box truck turned left on Central Avenue. An e-bike passed. Metal caught the rider. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The e-bike rider, 49, died in the street.
A box truck and an e-bike collided near Central Avenue and Palmetto Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 49-year-old man, was killed. According to the police report, 'A box truck turned left. An e-bike passed. Metal caught man. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The rider, 49, lay still.' The truck was making a left turn while the e-bike was passing. No specific driver errors were listed in the data. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal crush injuries to the pelvis. The helmet split on impact, as noted in the report. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Cyclist Doored by Distracted SUV Driver on Fulton▸Jun 15 - A Jeep door swung open on Fulton. A cyclist struck it. His leg split. Blood on the street. The driver did not look. The cyclist wore a helmet. The city’s danger showed its teeth.
A 27-year-old cyclist suffered severe leg lacerations after crashing into the door of a parked Jeep SUV on Fulton Street near Irving Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep door flung open. A 27-year-old cyclist crashed into it. His leg split wide.' The cyclist was conscious and wore a helmet. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to check for oncoming cyclists before opening the door. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive drivers and the unforgiving nature of city streets.
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Sedan Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown Face-First▸Jun 15 - A sedan turned left on 5th Street. A cyclist rode straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew, face-first to the pavement. Blood pooled. He was 58. He stayed conscious. The driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part.
A crash at the corner of 5th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 58-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn struck the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The impact ejected the cyclist, causing severe bleeding from the face. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan's driver was licensed and uninjured. The cyclist was conscious at the scene. No helmet use or signaling is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike Rider From Behind▸Jun 14 - A sedan slammed into a young e-bike rider on Atlantic Avenue. The car hit from behind. The rider’s head split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver fled. The rider lay still, breathing shallow, eyes open to the sky.
A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind on Atlantic Avenue near Havens Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind. No helmet. Head torn open. Blood pooled on the hot pavement. The car kept going. The rider lay still, eyes open, breathing shallow.' The rider suffered severe head lacerations and was conscious at the scene. No driver errors were listed in the police data. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the facts of the crash. The sedan driver fled, leaving the injured rider on the street.
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Distracted Drivers Collide Head-On Avenue J▸Jun 14 - Two sedans crashed head-on at Avenue J and East 37th. Metal twisted. A 40-year-old man suffered crush wounds to his shoulder. Both drivers were distracted. Brooklyn’s morning broke with the sound of steel and pain.
Two sedans collided head-on at Avenue J and East 37th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. The impact left a 40-year-old male driver with crush injuries to his shoulder. The report states: “Both drivers were distracted. Morning broke in Brooklyn under the sound of screeching steel and pain.” The data lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers were wearing seat belts. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Nissan Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Flatlands Avenue▸Jun 11 - A man crossed Flatlands Avenue. A Nissan sedan hit him head-on. His body broke on the asphalt. He died there. The car kept going straight. The street offered no crosswalk, no signal. The driver did not stop.
A 42-year-old man was killed on Flatlands Avenue when a westbound Nissan sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street with no crosswalk or signal. The impact shattered his body. He died at the scene. The sedan continued straight after the collision. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash left the pedestrian dead and the driver uninjured.
Jun 20 - A motorcycle hit a young woman head-on on Fulton Street. She bled from the skull. The rider did not stop. Sirens rose as she lay still. Both the pedestrian and the rider were injured. The street held the aftermath.
A 19-year-old woman was struck by a motorcycle while crossing Fulton Street near Washington Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 19-year-old woman stepped into the street against the light. A motorcycle hit her head-on. She bled from the skull. The rider did not stop.' The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and was left bleeding on the asphalt. The 49-year-old motorcycle rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder contusion. No specific driver errors were listed in the report. The rider was wearing a helmet, as noted in the data. The crash left both the pedestrian and the rider injured, with emergency response arriving as the scene unfolded.
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Moped Slams Bike, Passenger Bloodied in Brooklyn▸Jun 19 - A moped struck a bike’s rear on Maple Street. The girl riding pillion took the blow. Blood marked her face. She stayed conscious. The crash left her with severe cuts. Unsafe speed and failure to yield fueled the impact.
A moped crashed into the rear of a bicycle at Maple Street and Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact injured an 18-year-old female passenger riding on the back of the bike. According to the police report, 'A moped slammed into a bike’s rear. The girl on the back seat took the hit in silence. Blood traced her face.' She suffered severe lacerations to her face but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both the moped and bike drivers were male and did not report injuries. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the crash was driven by driver errors: unsafe speed and disregard for traffic control.
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Motorcycle Hits Elderly Pedestrian on Fulton Street▸Jun 19 - A motorcycle sped down Fulton. An old man stepped into its path. The machine struck him head-on. Blood pooled from his head. He stayed awake. The street echoed with silence after the crash.
An 83-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a motorcycle near 3154 Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the motorcycle was traveling at an unsafe speed and hit the man head-on as he crossed the street. The report notes the pedestrian suffered a head injury with severe bleeding but remained conscious at the scene. Driver errors listed in the data include 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The crash did not occur at an intersection or crosswalk. No mention of helmet use or signals appears in the contributing factors. The impact left the street marked by silence and injury.
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Motorcycle Slams SUV on Nostrand Avenue▸Jun 18 - A motorcycle crashed into a slowing SUV on Nostrand Avenue. The rider flew off, helmeted, head bleeding, barely conscious. A passenger was ejected, body broken. Brooklyn dusk filled with sirens. Following too closely led to pain and chaos.
A motorcycle struck the rear of a slowing SUV on Nostrand Avenue near Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the motorcycle 'slammed into a slowing SUV.' The 38-year-old motorcycle rider was ejected, suffered severe head lacerations, and was found semiconscious. A 27-year-old passenger was also ejected, sustaining fractures and dislocations. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The rider wore a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary cause remains the failure to maintain safe distance. The SUV was slowing or stopping when the crash occurred. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
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Motorcycle Slams SUV on Bushwick Avenue▸Jun 18 - A motorcycle hit an SUV on Bushwick Avenue. The rider flew, struck the pavement, his leg torn open. Blood pooled. The SUV’s front end crumpled. Both drivers distracted. The rider lay awake, bleeding, on the street.
A crash on Bushwick Avenue near Weirfield Street left a 26-year-old motorcycle rider severely injured. According to the police report, the motorcycle slammed into the side of an SUV. The rider was ejected and suffered a serious leg injury with severe bleeding. The SUV’s front end was damaged. Both drivers were listed as inattentive or distracted, with 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' cited as the contributing factor for each. The report notes the motorcycle rider wore no safety gear, but only after calling out driver distraction. No injuries were reported for the 27-year-old woman driving the SUV. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, with vulnerable road users paying the price.
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Cyclist Struck Headfirst on Ten Eyck Street▸Jun 18 - A young man rode north on Ten Eyck. He hit headfirst. Blood pooled. His eyes stayed open. Deep cuts split his face. The crash left him conscious, hurt, and bleeding. Distraction behind the handlebars. Brooklyn pavement took the blow.
A 25-year-old man riding a bike on Ten Eyck Street near Union Avenue in Brooklyn was struck headfirst and suffered severe head lacerations. According to the police report, 'Someone wasn’t looking. He was going straight.' The cyclist remained conscious but was left with deep cuts on his face and blood pooling on the pavement. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No helmet was worn, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is inattention. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers or riders lose focus, with serious injuries the result.
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Teen Ejected and Killed in High-Speed Belt Parkway Crash▸Jun 18 - A 16-year-old boy died on Belt Parkway. His SUV hit another head-on at unsafe speed. He was thrown from the car. His head struck hard. Four teens and two adults were hurt. The crash left metal twisted, lives changed.
A deadly crash unfolded on Belt Parkway when a 16-year-old, driving an SUV at unsafe speed, struck another SUV head-on. According to the police report, 'A 16-year-old boy, unbelted and speeding, struck another SUV head-on. His body flew from the wreck. His head hit hard. The car crumpled. He died there, in the dark, alone.' The contributing factor listed is 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen driver was ejected and killed. Four other young passengers, ages 15 to 19, suffered injuries to the neck, chest, and arms. Two adult drivers were also involved, one sustaining an arm injury. The police report notes that some injured teens were not using safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the primary cause: unsafe speed. The crash left one dead and several injured, all due to speed.
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Teen Motorcyclist Bleeds After Brooklyn Crash▸Jun 17 - A 15-year-old boy crashed his motorcycle on Linden and Mother Gaston. He struck hard, front-first. His leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed awake, broken and bleeding, as darkness fell over Brooklyn.
A 15-year-old boy riding a motorcycle was severely injured in a crash at Linden Boulevard and Mother Gaston Boulevard in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the boy hit hard, front-first, and suffered severe lacerations to his leg. He was conscious at the scene, bleeding heavily. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No other vehicles or people were involved. The boy was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the police report, but no helmet use was cited as a contributing factor. The crash left the teenager broken and bleeding on the asphalt as night closed in.
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Signal Failure Traps Two in SUV Collision▸Jun 17 - Two SUVs crashed at Vandervoort and Meeker. The lights were out. Steel met glass. A man clutched his neck. A young woman’s leg was crushed. Both drivers hurt. Both belted. The street gave no warning. The system failed. Bodies broke.
Two SUVs collided at the corner of Vandervoort Avenue and Meeker Avenue. According to the police report, the traffic lights were not working. Both vehicles traveled eastbound and crashed. The male driver, 60, suffered neck injuries and crush trauma. The female driver, 23, was unlicensed and trapped by a crushed leg. Both wore seat belts. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No other errors or violations are noted. The crash left both drivers injured, underscoring the danger when basic traffic controls fail.
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Pickup Turns Left, Hits Pedestrian Head-On▸Jun 16 - A Ford pickup turned left at 19th Avenue and 79th Street. The driver struck a 64-year-old man crossing with the signal. Blood ran from his head. He stayed conscious. The truck’s front end hit him. He was badly hurt.
A Ford pickup truck, driven by a 55-year-old woman, made a left turn at the corner of 19th Avenue and 79th Street in Brooklyn. The truck struck a 64-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the truck’s center front end. The pedestrian was following the signal at the time of the crash. No helmet or signaling issues are noted for the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene.
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Improper Lane Change Shatters Leg on Belt Parkway▸Jun 15 - A motorcycle veered and overturned on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. Parked cars shook. Blood streaked the lane. A 29-year-old man clutched his crushed leg. Two others hurt. The road fell silent. Aggressive driving left bodies broken.
On Belt Parkway, a motorcycle veered, overturned, and struck parked cars. According to the police report, the crash left a 29-year-old man with severe crush injuries to his leg. Two others, including an 18-year-old passenger and a 22-year-old driver, suffered injuries. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver wore a helmet, as noted in the data, but the crash’s violence overwhelmed any protection. The scene was marked by wrecked vehicles and blood on the asphalt. No pedestrians were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore lane discipline and act aggressively.
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Two Left Turns Collide, Elderly Driver Injured▸Jun 15 - Two cars turned left on Fillmore Avenue. Metal smashed metal. An 87-year-old man, strapped in, was cut by glass. His body throbbed. Both drivers looked away. The street bore witness. Distraction ruled. Pain followed.
Two vehicles, a sedan and a taxi, collided while both were making left turns at Fillmore Avenue and East 49th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Both drivers looked away.' An 87-year-old male driver suffered severe lacerations and pain throughout his body. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other injuries were specified for the other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, as noted in the official account. Both drivers were licensed and wearing seat belts. The impact left one elderly man hurt and a street marked by shattered glass.
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Box Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Killed in Brooklyn▸Jun 15 - A box truck turned left on Central Avenue. An e-bike passed. Metal caught the rider. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The e-bike rider, 49, died in the street.
A box truck and an e-bike collided near Central Avenue and Palmetto Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 49-year-old man, was killed. According to the police report, 'A box truck turned left. An e-bike passed. Metal caught man. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The rider, 49, lay still.' The truck was making a left turn while the e-bike was passing. No specific driver errors were listed in the data. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal crush injuries to the pelvis. The helmet split on impact, as noted in the report. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Cyclist Doored by Distracted SUV Driver on Fulton▸Jun 15 - A Jeep door swung open on Fulton. A cyclist struck it. His leg split. Blood on the street. The driver did not look. The cyclist wore a helmet. The city’s danger showed its teeth.
A 27-year-old cyclist suffered severe leg lacerations after crashing into the door of a parked Jeep SUV on Fulton Street near Irving Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep door flung open. A 27-year-old cyclist crashed into it. His leg split wide.' The cyclist was conscious and wore a helmet. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to check for oncoming cyclists before opening the door. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive drivers and the unforgiving nature of city streets.
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Sedan Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown Face-First▸Jun 15 - A sedan turned left on 5th Street. A cyclist rode straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew, face-first to the pavement. Blood pooled. He was 58. He stayed conscious. The driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part.
A crash at the corner of 5th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 58-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn struck the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The impact ejected the cyclist, causing severe bleeding from the face. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan's driver was licensed and uninjured. The cyclist was conscious at the scene. No helmet use or signaling is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike Rider From Behind▸Jun 14 - A sedan slammed into a young e-bike rider on Atlantic Avenue. The car hit from behind. The rider’s head split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver fled. The rider lay still, breathing shallow, eyes open to the sky.
A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind on Atlantic Avenue near Havens Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind. No helmet. Head torn open. Blood pooled on the hot pavement. The car kept going. The rider lay still, eyes open, breathing shallow.' The rider suffered severe head lacerations and was conscious at the scene. No driver errors were listed in the police data. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the facts of the crash. The sedan driver fled, leaving the injured rider on the street.
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Distracted Drivers Collide Head-On Avenue J▸Jun 14 - Two sedans crashed head-on at Avenue J and East 37th. Metal twisted. A 40-year-old man suffered crush wounds to his shoulder. Both drivers were distracted. Brooklyn’s morning broke with the sound of steel and pain.
Two sedans collided head-on at Avenue J and East 37th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. The impact left a 40-year-old male driver with crush injuries to his shoulder. The report states: “Both drivers were distracted. Morning broke in Brooklyn under the sound of screeching steel and pain.” The data lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers were wearing seat belts. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Nissan Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Flatlands Avenue▸Jun 11 - A man crossed Flatlands Avenue. A Nissan sedan hit him head-on. His body broke on the asphalt. He died there. The car kept going straight. The street offered no crosswalk, no signal. The driver did not stop.
A 42-year-old man was killed on Flatlands Avenue when a westbound Nissan sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street with no crosswalk or signal. The impact shattered his body. He died at the scene. The sedan continued straight after the collision. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash left the pedestrian dead and the driver uninjured.
Jun 19 - A moped struck a bike’s rear on Maple Street. The girl riding pillion took the blow. Blood marked her face. She stayed conscious. The crash left her with severe cuts. Unsafe speed and failure to yield fueled the impact.
A moped crashed into the rear of a bicycle at Maple Street and Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact injured an 18-year-old female passenger riding on the back of the bike. According to the police report, 'A moped slammed into a bike’s rear. The girl on the back seat took the hit in silence. Blood traced her face.' She suffered severe lacerations to her face but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both the moped and bike drivers were male and did not report injuries. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the crash was driven by driver errors: unsafe speed and disregard for traffic control.
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Motorcycle Hits Elderly Pedestrian on Fulton Street▸Jun 19 - A motorcycle sped down Fulton. An old man stepped into its path. The machine struck him head-on. Blood pooled from his head. He stayed awake. The street echoed with silence after the crash.
An 83-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a motorcycle near 3154 Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the motorcycle was traveling at an unsafe speed and hit the man head-on as he crossed the street. The report notes the pedestrian suffered a head injury with severe bleeding but remained conscious at the scene. Driver errors listed in the data include 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The crash did not occur at an intersection or crosswalk. No mention of helmet use or signals appears in the contributing factors. The impact left the street marked by silence and injury.
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Motorcycle Slams SUV on Nostrand Avenue▸Jun 18 - A motorcycle crashed into a slowing SUV on Nostrand Avenue. The rider flew off, helmeted, head bleeding, barely conscious. A passenger was ejected, body broken. Brooklyn dusk filled with sirens. Following too closely led to pain and chaos.
A motorcycle struck the rear of a slowing SUV on Nostrand Avenue near Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the motorcycle 'slammed into a slowing SUV.' The 38-year-old motorcycle rider was ejected, suffered severe head lacerations, and was found semiconscious. A 27-year-old passenger was also ejected, sustaining fractures and dislocations. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The rider wore a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary cause remains the failure to maintain safe distance. The SUV was slowing or stopping when the crash occurred. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
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Motorcycle Slams SUV on Bushwick Avenue▸Jun 18 - A motorcycle hit an SUV on Bushwick Avenue. The rider flew, struck the pavement, his leg torn open. Blood pooled. The SUV’s front end crumpled. Both drivers distracted. The rider lay awake, bleeding, on the street.
A crash on Bushwick Avenue near Weirfield Street left a 26-year-old motorcycle rider severely injured. According to the police report, the motorcycle slammed into the side of an SUV. The rider was ejected and suffered a serious leg injury with severe bleeding. The SUV’s front end was damaged. Both drivers were listed as inattentive or distracted, with 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' cited as the contributing factor for each. The report notes the motorcycle rider wore no safety gear, but only after calling out driver distraction. No injuries were reported for the 27-year-old woman driving the SUV. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, with vulnerable road users paying the price.
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Cyclist Struck Headfirst on Ten Eyck Street▸Jun 18 - A young man rode north on Ten Eyck. He hit headfirst. Blood pooled. His eyes stayed open. Deep cuts split his face. The crash left him conscious, hurt, and bleeding. Distraction behind the handlebars. Brooklyn pavement took the blow.
A 25-year-old man riding a bike on Ten Eyck Street near Union Avenue in Brooklyn was struck headfirst and suffered severe head lacerations. According to the police report, 'Someone wasn’t looking. He was going straight.' The cyclist remained conscious but was left with deep cuts on his face and blood pooling on the pavement. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No helmet was worn, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is inattention. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers or riders lose focus, with serious injuries the result.
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Teen Ejected and Killed in High-Speed Belt Parkway Crash▸Jun 18 - A 16-year-old boy died on Belt Parkway. His SUV hit another head-on at unsafe speed. He was thrown from the car. His head struck hard. Four teens and two adults were hurt. The crash left metal twisted, lives changed.
A deadly crash unfolded on Belt Parkway when a 16-year-old, driving an SUV at unsafe speed, struck another SUV head-on. According to the police report, 'A 16-year-old boy, unbelted and speeding, struck another SUV head-on. His body flew from the wreck. His head hit hard. The car crumpled. He died there, in the dark, alone.' The contributing factor listed is 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen driver was ejected and killed. Four other young passengers, ages 15 to 19, suffered injuries to the neck, chest, and arms. Two adult drivers were also involved, one sustaining an arm injury. The police report notes that some injured teens were not using safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the primary cause: unsafe speed. The crash left one dead and several injured, all due to speed.
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Teen Motorcyclist Bleeds After Brooklyn Crash▸Jun 17 - A 15-year-old boy crashed his motorcycle on Linden and Mother Gaston. He struck hard, front-first. His leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed awake, broken and bleeding, as darkness fell over Brooklyn.
A 15-year-old boy riding a motorcycle was severely injured in a crash at Linden Boulevard and Mother Gaston Boulevard in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the boy hit hard, front-first, and suffered severe lacerations to his leg. He was conscious at the scene, bleeding heavily. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No other vehicles or people were involved. The boy was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the police report, but no helmet use was cited as a contributing factor. The crash left the teenager broken and bleeding on the asphalt as night closed in.
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Signal Failure Traps Two in SUV Collision▸Jun 17 - Two SUVs crashed at Vandervoort and Meeker. The lights were out. Steel met glass. A man clutched his neck. A young woman’s leg was crushed. Both drivers hurt. Both belted. The street gave no warning. The system failed. Bodies broke.
Two SUVs collided at the corner of Vandervoort Avenue and Meeker Avenue. According to the police report, the traffic lights were not working. Both vehicles traveled eastbound and crashed. The male driver, 60, suffered neck injuries and crush trauma. The female driver, 23, was unlicensed and trapped by a crushed leg. Both wore seat belts. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No other errors or violations are noted. The crash left both drivers injured, underscoring the danger when basic traffic controls fail.
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Pickup Turns Left, Hits Pedestrian Head-On▸Jun 16 - A Ford pickup turned left at 19th Avenue and 79th Street. The driver struck a 64-year-old man crossing with the signal. Blood ran from his head. He stayed conscious. The truck’s front end hit him. He was badly hurt.
A Ford pickup truck, driven by a 55-year-old woman, made a left turn at the corner of 19th Avenue and 79th Street in Brooklyn. The truck struck a 64-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the truck’s center front end. The pedestrian was following the signal at the time of the crash. No helmet or signaling issues are noted for the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene.
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Improper Lane Change Shatters Leg on Belt Parkway▸Jun 15 - A motorcycle veered and overturned on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. Parked cars shook. Blood streaked the lane. A 29-year-old man clutched his crushed leg. Two others hurt. The road fell silent. Aggressive driving left bodies broken.
On Belt Parkway, a motorcycle veered, overturned, and struck parked cars. According to the police report, the crash left a 29-year-old man with severe crush injuries to his leg. Two others, including an 18-year-old passenger and a 22-year-old driver, suffered injuries. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver wore a helmet, as noted in the data, but the crash’s violence overwhelmed any protection. The scene was marked by wrecked vehicles and blood on the asphalt. No pedestrians were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore lane discipline and act aggressively.
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Two Left Turns Collide, Elderly Driver Injured▸Jun 15 - Two cars turned left on Fillmore Avenue. Metal smashed metal. An 87-year-old man, strapped in, was cut by glass. His body throbbed. Both drivers looked away. The street bore witness. Distraction ruled. Pain followed.
Two vehicles, a sedan and a taxi, collided while both were making left turns at Fillmore Avenue and East 49th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Both drivers looked away.' An 87-year-old male driver suffered severe lacerations and pain throughout his body. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other injuries were specified for the other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, as noted in the official account. Both drivers were licensed and wearing seat belts. The impact left one elderly man hurt and a street marked by shattered glass.
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Box Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Killed in Brooklyn▸Jun 15 - A box truck turned left on Central Avenue. An e-bike passed. Metal caught the rider. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The e-bike rider, 49, died in the street.
A box truck and an e-bike collided near Central Avenue and Palmetto Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 49-year-old man, was killed. According to the police report, 'A box truck turned left. An e-bike passed. Metal caught man. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The rider, 49, lay still.' The truck was making a left turn while the e-bike was passing. No specific driver errors were listed in the data. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal crush injuries to the pelvis. The helmet split on impact, as noted in the report. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Cyclist Doored by Distracted SUV Driver on Fulton▸Jun 15 - A Jeep door swung open on Fulton. A cyclist struck it. His leg split. Blood on the street. The driver did not look. The cyclist wore a helmet. The city’s danger showed its teeth.
A 27-year-old cyclist suffered severe leg lacerations after crashing into the door of a parked Jeep SUV on Fulton Street near Irving Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep door flung open. A 27-year-old cyclist crashed into it. His leg split wide.' The cyclist was conscious and wore a helmet. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to check for oncoming cyclists before opening the door. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive drivers and the unforgiving nature of city streets.
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Sedan Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown Face-First▸Jun 15 - A sedan turned left on 5th Street. A cyclist rode straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew, face-first to the pavement. Blood pooled. He was 58. He stayed conscious. The driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part.
A crash at the corner of 5th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 58-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn struck the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The impact ejected the cyclist, causing severe bleeding from the face. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan's driver was licensed and uninjured. The cyclist was conscious at the scene. No helmet use or signaling is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike Rider From Behind▸Jun 14 - A sedan slammed into a young e-bike rider on Atlantic Avenue. The car hit from behind. The rider’s head split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver fled. The rider lay still, breathing shallow, eyes open to the sky.
A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind on Atlantic Avenue near Havens Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind. No helmet. Head torn open. Blood pooled on the hot pavement. The car kept going. The rider lay still, eyes open, breathing shallow.' The rider suffered severe head lacerations and was conscious at the scene. No driver errors were listed in the police data. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the facts of the crash. The sedan driver fled, leaving the injured rider on the street.
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Distracted Drivers Collide Head-On Avenue J▸Jun 14 - Two sedans crashed head-on at Avenue J and East 37th. Metal twisted. A 40-year-old man suffered crush wounds to his shoulder. Both drivers were distracted. Brooklyn’s morning broke with the sound of steel and pain.
Two sedans collided head-on at Avenue J and East 37th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. The impact left a 40-year-old male driver with crush injuries to his shoulder. The report states: “Both drivers were distracted. Morning broke in Brooklyn under the sound of screeching steel and pain.” The data lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers were wearing seat belts. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Nissan Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Flatlands Avenue▸Jun 11 - A man crossed Flatlands Avenue. A Nissan sedan hit him head-on. His body broke on the asphalt. He died there. The car kept going straight. The street offered no crosswalk, no signal. The driver did not stop.
A 42-year-old man was killed on Flatlands Avenue when a westbound Nissan sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street with no crosswalk or signal. The impact shattered his body. He died at the scene. The sedan continued straight after the collision. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash left the pedestrian dead and the driver uninjured.
Jun 19 - A motorcycle sped down Fulton. An old man stepped into its path. The machine struck him head-on. Blood pooled from his head. He stayed awake. The street echoed with silence after the crash.
An 83-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a motorcycle near 3154 Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the motorcycle was traveling at an unsafe speed and hit the man head-on as he crossed the street. The report notes the pedestrian suffered a head injury with severe bleeding but remained conscious at the scene. Driver errors listed in the data include 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The crash did not occur at an intersection or crosswalk. No mention of helmet use or signals appears in the contributing factors. The impact left the street marked by silence and injury.
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Motorcycle Slams SUV on Nostrand Avenue▸Jun 18 - A motorcycle crashed into a slowing SUV on Nostrand Avenue. The rider flew off, helmeted, head bleeding, barely conscious. A passenger was ejected, body broken. Brooklyn dusk filled with sirens. Following too closely led to pain and chaos.
A motorcycle struck the rear of a slowing SUV on Nostrand Avenue near Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the motorcycle 'slammed into a slowing SUV.' The 38-year-old motorcycle rider was ejected, suffered severe head lacerations, and was found semiconscious. A 27-year-old passenger was also ejected, sustaining fractures and dislocations. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The rider wore a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary cause remains the failure to maintain safe distance. The SUV was slowing or stopping when the crash occurred. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
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Motorcycle Slams SUV on Bushwick Avenue▸Jun 18 - A motorcycle hit an SUV on Bushwick Avenue. The rider flew, struck the pavement, his leg torn open. Blood pooled. The SUV’s front end crumpled. Both drivers distracted. The rider lay awake, bleeding, on the street.
A crash on Bushwick Avenue near Weirfield Street left a 26-year-old motorcycle rider severely injured. According to the police report, the motorcycle slammed into the side of an SUV. The rider was ejected and suffered a serious leg injury with severe bleeding. The SUV’s front end was damaged. Both drivers were listed as inattentive or distracted, with 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' cited as the contributing factor for each. The report notes the motorcycle rider wore no safety gear, but only after calling out driver distraction. No injuries were reported for the 27-year-old woman driving the SUV. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, with vulnerable road users paying the price.
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Cyclist Struck Headfirst on Ten Eyck Street▸Jun 18 - A young man rode north on Ten Eyck. He hit headfirst. Blood pooled. His eyes stayed open. Deep cuts split his face. The crash left him conscious, hurt, and bleeding. Distraction behind the handlebars. Brooklyn pavement took the blow.
A 25-year-old man riding a bike on Ten Eyck Street near Union Avenue in Brooklyn was struck headfirst and suffered severe head lacerations. According to the police report, 'Someone wasn’t looking. He was going straight.' The cyclist remained conscious but was left with deep cuts on his face and blood pooling on the pavement. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No helmet was worn, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is inattention. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers or riders lose focus, with serious injuries the result.
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Teen Ejected and Killed in High-Speed Belt Parkway Crash▸Jun 18 - A 16-year-old boy died on Belt Parkway. His SUV hit another head-on at unsafe speed. He was thrown from the car. His head struck hard. Four teens and two adults were hurt. The crash left metal twisted, lives changed.
A deadly crash unfolded on Belt Parkway when a 16-year-old, driving an SUV at unsafe speed, struck another SUV head-on. According to the police report, 'A 16-year-old boy, unbelted and speeding, struck another SUV head-on. His body flew from the wreck. His head hit hard. The car crumpled. He died there, in the dark, alone.' The contributing factor listed is 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen driver was ejected and killed. Four other young passengers, ages 15 to 19, suffered injuries to the neck, chest, and arms. Two adult drivers were also involved, one sustaining an arm injury. The police report notes that some injured teens were not using safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the primary cause: unsafe speed. The crash left one dead and several injured, all due to speed.
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Teen Motorcyclist Bleeds After Brooklyn Crash▸Jun 17 - A 15-year-old boy crashed his motorcycle on Linden and Mother Gaston. He struck hard, front-first. His leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed awake, broken and bleeding, as darkness fell over Brooklyn.
A 15-year-old boy riding a motorcycle was severely injured in a crash at Linden Boulevard and Mother Gaston Boulevard in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the boy hit hard, front-first, and suffered severe lacerations to his leg. He was conscious at the scene, bleeding heavily. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No other vehicles or people were involved. The boy was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the police report, but no helmet use was cited as a contributing factor. The crash left the teenager broken and bleeding on the asphalt as night closed in.
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Signal Failure Traps Two in SUV Collision▸Jun 17 - Two SUVs crashed at Vandervoort and Meeker. The lights were out. Steel met glass. A man clutched his neck. A young woman’s leg was crushed. Both drivers hurt. Both belted. The street gave no warning. The system failed. Bodies broke.
Two SUVs collided at the corner of Vandervoort Avenue and Meeker Avenue. According to the police report, the traffic lights were not working. Both vehicles traveled eastbound and crashed. The male driver, 60, suffered neck injuries and crush trauma. The female driver, 23, was unlicensed and trapped by a crushed leg. Both wore seat belts. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No other errors or violations are noted. The crash left both drivers injured, underscoring the danger when basic traffic controls fail.
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Pickup Turns Left, Hits Pedestrian Head-On▸Jun 16 - A Ford pickup turned left at 19th Avenue and 79th Street. The driver struck a 64-year-old man crossing with the signal. Blood ran from his head. He stayed conscious. The truck’s front end hit him. He was badly hurt.
A Ford pickup truck, driven by a 55-year-old woman, made a left turn at the corner of 19th Avenue and 79th Street in Brooklyn. The truck struck a 64-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the truck’s center front end. The pedestrian was following the signal at the time of the crash. No helmet or signaling issues are noted for the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene.
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Improper Lane Change Shatters Leg on Belt Parkway▸Jun 15 - A motorcycle veered and overturned on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. Parked cars shook. Blood streaked the lane. A 29-year-old man clutched his crushed leg. Two others hurt. The road fell silent. Aggressive driving left bodies broken.
On Belt Parkway, a motorcycle veered, overturned, and struck parked cars. According to the police report, the crash left a 29-year-old man with severe crush injuries to his leg. Two others, including an 18-year-old passenger and a 22-year-old driver, suffered injuries. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver wore a helmet, as noted in the data, but the crash’s violence overwhelmed any protection. The scene was marked by wrecked vehicles and blood on the asphalt. No pedestrians were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore lane discipline and act aggressively.
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Two Left Turns Collide, Elderly Driver Injured▸Jun 15 - Two cars turned left on Fillmore Avenue. Metal smashed metal. An 87-year-old man, strapped in, was cut by glass. His body throbbed. Both drivers looked away. The street bore witness. Distraction ruled. Pain followed.
Two vehicles, a sedan and a taxi, collided while both were making left turns at Fillmore Avenue and East 49th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Both drivers looked away.' An 87-year-old male driver suffered severe lacerations and pain throughout his body. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other injuries were specified for the other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, as noted in the official account. Both drivers were licensed and wearing seat belts. The impact left one elderly man hurt and a street marked by shattered glass.
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Box Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Killed in Brooklyn▸Jun 15 - A box truck turned left on Central Avenue. An e-bike passed. Metal caught the rider. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The e-bike rider, 49, died in the street.
A box truck and an e-bike collided near Central Avenue and Palmetto Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 49-year-old man, was killed. According to the police report, 'A box truck turned left. An e-bike passed. Metal caught man. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The rider, 49, lay still.' The truck was making a left turn while the e-bike was passing. No specific driver errors were listed in the data. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal crush injuries to the pelvis. The helmet split on impact, as noted in the report. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Cyclist Doored by Distracted SUV Driver on Fulton▸Jun 15 - A Jeep door swung open on Fulton. A cyclist struck it. His leg split. Blood on the street. The driver did not look. The cyclist wore a helmet. The city’s danger showed its teeth.
A 27-year-old cyclist suffered severe leg lacerations after crashing into the door of a parked Jeep SUV on Fulton Street near Irving Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep door flung open. A 27-year-old cyclist crashed into it. His leg split wide.' The cyclist was conscious and wore a helmet. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to check for oncoming cyclists before opening the door. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive drivers and the unforgiving nature of city streets.
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Sedan Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown Face-First▸Jun 15 - A sedan turned left on 5th Street. A cyclist rode straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew, face-first to the pavement. Blood pooled. He was 58. He stayed conscious. The driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part.
A crash at the corner of 5th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 58-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn struck the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The impact ejected the cyclist, causing severe bleeding from the face. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan's driver was licensed and uninjured. The cyclist was conscious at the scene. No helmet use or signaling is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike Rider From Behind▸Jun 14 - A sedan slammed into a young e-bike rider on Atlantic Avenue. The car hit from behind. The rider’s head split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver fled. The rider lay still, breathing shallow, eyes open to the sky.
A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind on Atlantic Avenue near Havens Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind. No helmet. Head torn open. Blood pooled on the hot pavement. The car kept going. The rider lay still, eyes open, breathing shallow.' The rider suffered severe head lacerations and was conscious at the scene. No driver errors were listed in the police data. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the facts of the crash. The sedan driver fled, leaving the injured rider on the street.
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Distracted Drivers Collide Head-On Avenue J▸Jun 14 - Two sedans crashed head-on at Avenue J and East 37th. Metal twisted. A 40-year-old man suffered crush wounds to his shoulder. Both drivers were distracted. Brooklyn’s morning broke with the sound of steel and pain.
Two sedans collided head-on at Avenue J and East 37th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. The impact left a 40-year-old male driver with crush injuries to his shoulder. The report states: “Both drivers were distracted. Morning broke in Brooklyn under the sound of screeching steel and pain.” The data lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers were wearing seat belts. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Nissan Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Flatlands Avenue▸Jun 11 - A man crossed Flatlands Avenue. A Nissan sedan hit him head-on. His body broke on the asphalt. He died there. The car kept going straight. The street offered no crosswalk, no signal. The driver did not stop.
A 42-year-old man was killed on Flatlands Avenue when a westbound Nissan sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street with no crosswalk or signal. The impact shattered his body. He died at the scene. The sedan continued straight after the collision. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash left the pedestrian dead and the driver uninjured.
Jun 18 - A motorcycle crashed into a slowing SUV on Nostrand Avenue. The rider flew off, helmeted, head bleeding, barely conscious. A passenger was ejected, body broken. Brooklyn dusk filled with sirens. Following too closely led to pain and chaos.
A motorcycle struck the rear of a slowing SUV on Nostrand Avenue near Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the motorcycle 'slammed into a slowing SUV.' The 38-year-old motorcycle rider was ejected, suffered severe head lacerations, and was found semiconscious. A 27-year-old passenger was also ejected, sustaining fractures and dislocations. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The rider wore a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary cause remains the failure to maintain safe distance. The SUV was slowing or stopping when the crash occurred. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
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Motorcycle Slams SUV on Bushwick Avenue▸Jun 18 - A motorcycle hit an SUV on Bushwick Avenue. The rider flew, struck the pavement, his leg torn open. Blood pooled. The SUV’s front end crumpled. Both drivers distracted. The rider lay awake, bleeding, on the street.
A crash on Bushwick Avenue near Weirfield Street left a 26-year-old motorcycle rider severely injured. According to the police report, the motorcycle slammed into the side of an SUV. The rider was ejected and suffered a serious leg injury with severe bleeding. The SUV’s front end was damaged. Both drivers were listed as inattentive or distracted, with 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' cited as the contributing factor for each. The report notes the motorcycle rider wore no safety gear, but only after calling out driver distraction. No injuries were reported for the 27-year-old woman driving the SUV. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, with vulnerable road users paying the price.
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Cyclist Struck Headfirst on Ten Eyck Street▸Jun 18 - A young man rode north on Ten Eyck. He hit headfirst. Blood pooled. His eyes stayed open. Deep cuts split his face. The crash left him conscious, hurt, and bleeding. Distraction behind the handlebars. Brooklyn pavement took the blow.
A 25-year-old man riding a bike on Ten Eyck Street near Union Avenue in Brooklyn was struck headfirst and suffered severe head lacerations. According to the police report, 'Someone wasn’t looking. He was going straight.' The cyclist remained conscious but was left with deep cuts on his face and blood pooling on the pavement. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No helmet was worn, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is inattention. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers or riders lose focus, with serious injuries the result.
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Teen Ejected and Killed in High-Speed Belt Parkway Crash▸Jun 18 - A 16-year-old boy died on Belt Parkway. His SUV hit another head-on at unsafe speed. He was thrown from the car. His head struck hard. Four teens and two adults were hurt. The crash left metal twisted, lives changed.
A deadly crash unfolded on Belt Parkway when a 16-year-old, driving an SUV at unsafe speed, struck another SUV head-on. According to the police report, 'A 16-year-old boy, unbelted and speeding, struck another SUV head-on. His body flew from the wreck. His head hit hard. The car crumpled. He died there, in the dark, alone.' The contributing factor listed is 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen driver was ejected and killed. Four other young passengers, ages 15 to 19, suffered injuries to the neck, chest, and arms. Two adult drivers were also involved, one sustaining an arm injury. The police report notes that some injured teens were not using safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the primary cause: unsafe speed. The crash left one dead and several injured, all due to speed.
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Teen Motorcyclist Bleeds After Brooklyn Crash▸Jun 17 - A 15-year-old boy crashed his motorcycle on Linden and Mother Gaston. He struck hard, front-first. His leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed awake, broken and bleeding, as darkness fell over Brooklyn.
A 15-year-old boy riding a motorcycle was severely injured in a crash at Linden Boulevard and Mother Gaston Boulevard in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the boy hit hard, front-first, and suffered severe lacerations to his leg. He was conscious at the scene, bleeding heavily. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No other vehicles or people were involved. The boy was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the police report, but no helmet use was cited as a contributing factor. The crash left the teenager broken and bleeding on the asphalt as night closed in.
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Signal Failure Traps Two in SUV Collision▸Jun 17 - Two SUVs crashed at Vandervoort and Meeker. The lights were out. Steel met glass. A man clutched his neck. A young woman’s leg was crushed. Both drivers hurt. Both belted. The street gave no warning. The system failed. Bodies broke.
Two SUVs collided at the corner of Vandervoort Avenue and Meeker Avenue. According to the police report, the traffic lights were not working. Both vehicles traveled eastbound and crashed. The male driver, 60, suffered neck injuries and crush trauma. The female driver, 23, was unlicensed and trapped by a crushed leg. Both wore seat belts. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No other errors or violations are noted. The crash left both drivers injured, underscoring the danger when basic traffic controls fail.
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Pickup Turns Left, Hits Pedestrian Head-On▸Jun 16 - A Ford pickup turned left at 19th Avenue and 79th Street. The driver struck a 64-year-old man crossing with the signal. Blood ran from his head. He stayed conscious. The truck’s front end hit him. He was badly hurt.
A Ford pickup truck, driven by a 55-year-old woman, made a left turn at the corner of 19th Avenue and 79th Street in Brooklyn. The truck struck a 64-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the truck’s center front end. The pedestrian was following the signal at the time of the crash. No helmet or signaling issues are noted for the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene.
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Improper Lane Change Shatters Leg on Belt Parkway▸Jun 15 - A motorcycle veered and overturned on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. Parked cars shook. Blood streaked the lane. A 29-year-old man clutched his crushed leg. Two others hurt. The road fell silent. Aggressive driving left bodies broken.
On Belt Parkway, a motorcycle veered, overturned, and struck parked cars. According to the police report, the crash left a 29-year-old man with severe crush injuries to his leg. Two others, including an 18-year-old passenger and a 22-year-old driver, suffered injuries. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver wore a helmet, as noted in the data, but the crash’s violence overwhelmed any protection. The scene was marked by wrecked vehicles and blood on the asphalt. No pedestrians were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore lane discipline and act aggressively.
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Two Left Turns Collide, Elderly Driver Injured▸Jun 15 - Two cars turned left on Fillmore Avenue. Metal smashed metal. An 87-year-old man, strapped in, was cut by glass. His body throbbed. Both drivers looked away. The street bore witness. Distraction ruled. Pain followed.
Two vehicles, a sedan and a taxi, collided while both were making left turns at Fillmore Avenue and East 49th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Both drivers looked away.' An 87-year-old male driver suffered severe lacerations and pain throughout his body. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other injuries were specified for the other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, as noted in the official account. Both drivers were licensed and wearing seat belts. The impact left one elderly man hurt and a street marked by shattered glass.
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Box Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Killed in Brooklyn▸Jun 15 - A box truck turned left on Central Avenue. An e-bike passed. Metal caught the rider. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The e-bike rider, 49, died in the street.
A box truck and an e-bike collided near Central Avenue and Palmetto Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 49-year-old man, was killed. According to the police report, 'A box truck turned left. An e-bike passed. Metal caught man. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The rider, 49, lay still.' The truck was making a left turn while the e-bike was passing. No specific driver errors were listed in the data. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal crush injuries to the pelvis. The helmet split on impact, as noted in the report. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Cyclist Doored by Distracted SUV Driver on Fulton▸Jun 15 - A Jeep door swung open on Fulton. A cyclist struck it. His leg split. Blood on the street. The driver did not look. The cyclist wore a helmet. The city’s danger showed its teeth.
A 27-year-old cyclist suffered severe leg lacerations after crashing into the door of a parked Jeep SUV on Fulton Street near Irving Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep door flung open. A 27-year-old cyclist crashed into it. His leg split wide.' The cyclist was conscious and wore a helmet. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to check for oncoming cyclists before opening the door. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive drivers and the unforgiving nature of city streets.
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Sedan Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown Face-First▸Jun 15 - A sedan turned left on 5th Street. A cyclist rode straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew, face-first to the pavement. Blood pooled. He was 58. He stayed conscious. The driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part.
A crash at the corner of 5th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 58-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn struck the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The impact ejected the cyclist, causing severe bleeding from the face. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan's driver was licensed and uninjured. The cyclist was conscious at the scene. No helmet use or signaling is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike Rider From Behind▸Jun 14 - A sedan slammed into a young e-bike rider on Atlantic Avenue. The car hit from behind. The rider’s head split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver fled. The rider lay still, breathing shallow, eyes open to the sky.
A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind on Atlantic Avenue near Havens Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind. No helmet. Head torn open. Blood pooled on the hot pavement. The car kept going. The rider lay still, eyes open, breathing shallow.' The rider suffered severe head lacerations and was conscious at the scene. No driver errors were listed in the police data. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the facts of the crash. The sedan driver fled, leaving the injured rider on the street.
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Distracted Drivers Collide Head-On Avenue J▸Jun 14 - Two sedans crashed head-on at Avenue J and East 37th. Metal twisted. A 40-year-old man suffered crush wounds to his shoulder. Both drivers were distracted. Brooklyn’s morning broke with the sound of steel and pain.
Two sedans collided head-on at Avenue J and East 37th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. The impact left a 40-year-old male driver with crush injuries to his shoulder. The report states: “Both drivers were distracted. Morning broke in Brooklyn under the sound of screeching steel and pain.” The data lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers were wearing seat belts. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Nissan Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Flatlands Avenue▸Jun 11 - A man crossed Flatlands Avenue. A Nissan sedan hit him head-on. His body broke on the asphalt. He died there. The car kept going straight. The street offered no crosswalk, no signal. The driver did not stop.
A 42-year-old man was killed on Flatlands Avenue when a westbound Nissan sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street with no crosswalk or signal. The impact shattered his body. He died at the scene. The sedan continued straight after the collision. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash left the pedestrian dead and the driver uninjured.
Jun 18 - A motorcycle hit an SUV on Bushwick Avenue. The rider flew, struck the pavement, his leg torn open. Blood pooled. The SUV’s front end crumpled. Both drivers distracted. The rider lay awake, bleeding, on the street.
A crash on Bushwick Avenue near Weirfield Street left a 26-year-old motorcycle rider severely injured. According to the police report, the motorcycle slammed into the side of an SUV. The rider was ejected and suffered a serious leg injury with severe bleeding. The SUV’s front end was damaged. Both drivers were listed as inattentive or distracted, with 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' cited as the contributing factor for each. The report notes the motorcycle rider wore no safety gear, but only after calling out driver distraction. No injuries were reported for the 27-year-old woman driving the SUV. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, with vulnerable road users paying the price.
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Cyclist Struck Headfirst on Ten Eyck Street▸Jun 18 - A young man rode north on Ten Eyck. He hit headfirst. Blood pooled. His eyes stayed open. Deep cuts split his face. The crash left him conscious, hurt, and bleeding. Distraction behind the handlebars. Brooklyn pavement took the blow.
A 25-year-old man riding a bike on Ten Eyck Street near Union Avenue in Brooklyn was struck headfirst and suffered severe head lacerations. According to the police report, 'Someone wasn’t looking. He was going straight.' The cyclist remained conscious but was left with deep cuts on his face and blood pooling on the pavement. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No helmet was worn, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is inattention. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers or riders lose focus, with serious injuries the result.
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Teen Ejected and Killed in High-Speed Belt Parkway Crash▸Jun 18 - A 16-year-old boy died on Belt Parkway. His SUV hit another head-on at unsafe speed. He was thrown from the car. His head struck hard. Four teens and two adults were hurt. The crash left metal twisted, lives changed.
A deadly crash unfolded on Belt Parkway when a 16-year-old, driving an SUV at unsafe speed, struck another SUV head-on. According to the police report, 'A 16-year-old boy, unbelted and speeding, struck another SUV head-on. His body flew from the wreck. His head hit hard. The car crumpled. He died there, in the dark, alone.' The contributing factor listed is 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen driver was ejected and killed. Four other young passengers, ages 15 to 19, suffered injuries to the neck, chest, and arms. Two adult drivers were also involved, one sustaining an arm injury. The police report notes that some injured teens were not using safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the primary cause: unsafe speed. The crash left one dead and several injured, all due to speed.
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Teen Motorcyclist Bleeds After Brooklyn Crash▸Jun 17 - A 15-year-old boy crashed his motorcycle on Linden and Mother Gaston. He struck hard, front-first. His leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed awake, broken and bleeding, as darkness fell over Brooklyn.
A 15-year-old boy riding a motorcycle was severely injured in a crash at Linden Boulevard and Mother Gaston Boulevard in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the boy hit hard, front-first, and suffered severe lacerations to his leg. He was conscious at the scene, bleeding heavily. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No other vehicles or people were involved. The boy was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the police report, but no helmet use was cited as a contributing factor. The crash left the teenager broken and bleeding on the asphalt as night closed in.
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Signal Failure Traps Two in SUV Collision▸Jun 17 - Two SUVs crashed at Vandervoort and Meeker. The lights were out. Steel met glass. A man clutched his neck. A young woman’s leg was crushed. Both drivers hurt. Both belted. The street gave no warning. The system failed. Bodies broke.
Two SUVs collided at the corner of Vandervoort Avenue and Meeker Avenue. According to the police report, the traffic lights were not working. Both vehicles traveled eastbound and crashed. The male driver, 60, suffered neck injuries and crush trauma. The female driver, 23, was unlicensed and trapped by a crushed leg. Both wore seat belts. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No other errors or violations are noted. The crash left both drivers injured, underscoring the danger when basic traffic controls fail.
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Pickup Turns Left, Hits Pedestrian Head-On▸Jun 16 - A Ford pickup turned left at 19th Avenue and 79th Street. The driver struck a 64-year-old man crossing with the signal. Blood ran from his head. He stayed conscious. The truck’s front end hit him. He was badly hurt.
A Ford pickup truck, driven by a 55-year-old woman, made a left turn at the corner of 19th Avenue and 79th Street in Brooklyn. The truck struck a 64-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the truck’s center front end. The pedestrian was following the signal at the time of the crash. No helmet or signaling issues are noted for the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene.
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Improper Lane Change Shatters Leg on Belt Parkway▸Jun 15 - A motorcycle veered and overturned on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. Parked cars shook. Blood streaked the lane. A 29-year-old man clutched his crushed leg. Two others hurt. The road fell silent. Aggressive driving left bodies broken.
On Belt Parkway, a motorcycle veered, overturned, and struck parked cars. According to the police report, the crash left a 29-year-old man with severe crush injuries to his leg. Two others, including an 18-year-old passenger and a 22-year-old driver, suffered injuries. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver wore a helmet, as noted in the data, but the crash’s violence overwhelmed any protection. The scene was marked by wrecked vehicles and blood on the asphalt. No pedestrians were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore lane discipline and act aggressively.
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Two Left Turns Collide, Elderly Driver Injured▸Jun 15 - Two cars turned left on Fillmore Avenue. Metal smashed metal. An 87-year-old man, strapped in, was cut by glass. His body throbbed. Both drivers looked away. The street bore witness. Distraction ruled. Pain followed.
Two vehicles, a sedan and a taxi, collided while both were making left turns at Fillmore Avenue and East 49th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Both drivers looked away.' An 87-year-old male driver suffered severe lacerations and pain throughout his body. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other injuries were specified for the other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, as noted in the official account. Both drivers were licensed and wearing seat belts. The impact left one elderly man hurt and a street marked by shattered glass.
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Box Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Killed in Brooklyn▸Jun 15 - A box truck turned left on Central Avenue. An e-bike passed. Metal caught the rider. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The e-bike rider, 49, died in the street.
A box truck and an e-bike collided near Central Avenue and Palmetto Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 49-year-old man, was killed. According to the police report, 'A box truck turned left. An e-bike passed. Metal caught man. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The rider, 49, lay still.' The truck was making a left turn while the e-bike was passing. No specific driver errors were listed in the data. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal crush injuries to the pelvis. The helmet split on impact, as noted in the report. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Cyclist Doored by Distracted SUV Driver on Fulton▸Jun 15 - A Jeep door swung open on Fulton. A cyclist struck it. His leg split. Blood on the street. The driver did not look. The cyclist wore a helmet. The city’s danger showed its teeth.
A 27-year-old cyclist suffered severe leg lacerations after crashing into the door of a parked Jeep SUV on Fulton Street near Irving Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep door flung open. A 27-year-old cyclist crashed into it. His leg split wide.' The cyclist was conscious and wore a helmet. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to check for oncoming cyclists before opening the door. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive drivers and the unforgiving nature of city streets.
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Sedan Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown Face-First▸Jun 15 - A sedan turned left on 5th Street. A cyclist rode straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew, face-first to the pavement. Blood pooled. He was 58. He stayed conscious. The driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part.
A crash at the corner of 5th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 58-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn struck the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The impact ejected the cyclist, causing severe bleeding from the face. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan's driver was licensed and uninjured. The cyclist was conscious at the scene. No helmet use or signaling is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike Rider From Behind▸Jun 14 - A sedan slammed into a young e-bike rider on Atlantic Avenue. The car hit from behind. The rider’s head split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver fled. The rider lay still, breathing shallow, eyes open to the sky.
A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind on Atlantic Avenue near Havens Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind. No helmet. Head torn open. Blood pooled on the hot pavement. The car kept going. The rider lay still, eyes open, breathing shallow.' The rider suffered severe head lacerations and was conscious at the scene. No driver errors were listed in the police data. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the facts of the crash. The sedan driver fled, leaving the injured rider on the street.
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Distracted Drivers Collide Head-On Avenue J▸Jun 14 - Two sedans crashed head-on at Avenue J and East 37th. Metal twisted. A 40-year-old man suffered crush wounds to his shoulder. Both drivers were distracted. Brooklyn’s morning broke with the sound of steel and pain.
Two sedans collided head-on at Avenue J and East 37th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. The impact left a 40-year-old male driver with crush injuries to his shoulder. The report states: “Both drivers were distracted. Morning broke in Brooklyn under the sound of screeching steel and pain.” The data lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers were wearing seat belts. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Nissan Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Flatlands Avenue▸Jun 11 - A man crossed Flatlands Avenue. A Nissan sedan hit him head-on. His body broke on the asphalt. He died there. The car kept going straight. The street offered no crosswalk, no signal. The driver did not stop.
A 42-year-old man was killed on Flatlands Avenue when a westbound Nissan sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street with no crosswalk or signal. The impact shattered his body. He died at the scene. The sedan continued straight after the collision. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash left the pedestrian dead and the driver uninjured.
Jun 18 - A young man rode north on Ten Eyck. He hit headfirst. Blood pooled. His eyes stayed open. Deep cuts split his face. The crash left him conscious, hurt, and bleeding. Distraction behind the handlebars. Brooklyn pavement took the blow.
A 25-year-old man riding a bike on Ten Eyck Street near Union Avenue in Brooklyn was struck headfirst and suffered severe head lacerations. According to the police report, 'Someone wasn’t looking. He was going straight.' The cyclist remained conscious but was left with deep cuts on his face and blood pooling on the pavement. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No helmet was worn, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is inattention. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers or riders lose focus, with serious injuries the result.
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Teen Ejected and Killed in High-Speed Belt Parkway Crash▸Jun 18 - A 16-year-old boy died on Belt Parkway. His SUV hit another head-on at unsafe speed. He was thrown from the car. His head struck hard. Four teens and two adults were hurt. The crash left metal twisted, lives changed.
A deadly crash unfolded on Belt Parkway when a 16-year-old, driving an SUV at unsafe speed, struck another SUV head-on. According to the police report, 'A 16-year-old boy, unbelted and speeding, struck another SUV head-on. His body flew from the wreck. His head hit hard. The car crumpled. He died there, in the dark, alone.' The contributing factor listed is 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen driver was ejected and killed. Four other young passengers, ages 15 to 19, suffered injuries to the neck, chest, and arms. Two adult drivers were also involved, one sustaining an arm injury. The police report notes that some injured teens were not using safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the primary cause: unsafe speed. The crash left one dead and several injured, all due to speed.
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Teen Motorcyclist Bleeds After Brooklyn Crash▸Jun 17 - A 15-year-old boy crashed his motorcycle on Linden and Mother Gaston. He struck hard, front-first. His leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed awake, broken and bleeding, as darkness fell over Brooklyn.
A 15-year-old boy riding a motorcycle was severely injured in a crash at Linden Boulevard and Mother Gaston Boulevard in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the boy hit hard, front-first, and suffered severe lacerations to his leg. He was conscious at the scene, bleeding heavily. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No other vehicles or people were involved. The boy was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the police report, but no helmet use was cited as a contributing factor. The crash left the teenager broken and bleeding on the asphalt as night closed in.
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Signal Failure Traps Two in SUV Collision▸Jun 17 - Two SUVs crashed at Vandervoort and Meeker. The lights were out. Steel met glass. A man clutched his neck. A young woman’s leg was crushed. Both drivers hurt. Both belted. The street gave no warning. The system failed. Bodies broke.
Two SUVs collided at the corner of Vandervoort Avenue and Meeker Avenue. According to the police report, the traffic lights were not working. Both vehicles traveled eastbound and crashed. The male driver, 60, suffered neck injuries and crush trauma. The female driver, 23, was unlicensed and trapped by a crushed leg. Both wore seat belts. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No other errors or violations are noted. The crash left both drivers injured, underscoring the danger when basic traffic controls fail.
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Pickup Turns Left, Hits Pedestrian Head-On▸Jun 16 - A Ford pickup turned left at 19th Avenue and 79th Street. The driver struck a 64-year-old man crossing with the signal. Blood ran from his head. He stayed conscious. The truck’s front end hit him. He was badly hurt.
A Ford pickup truck, driven by a 55-year-old woman, made a left turn at the corner of 19th Avenue and 79th Street in Brooklyn. The truck struck a 64-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the truck’s center front end. The pedestrian was following the signal at the time of the crash. No helmet or signaling issues are noted for the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene.
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Improper Lane Change Shatters Leg on Belt Parkway▸Jun 15 - A motorcycle veered and overturned on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. Parked cars shook. Blood streaked the lane. A 29-year-old man clutched his crushed leg. Two others hurt. The road fell silent. Aggressive driving left bodies broken.
On Belt Parkway, a motorcycle veered, overturned, and struck parked cars. According to the police report, the crash left a 29-year-old man with severe crush injuries to his leg. Two others, including an 18-year-old passenger and a 22-year-old driver, suffered injuries. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver wore a helmet, as noted in the data, but the crash’s violence overwhelmed any protection. The scene was marked by wrecked vehicles and blood on the asphalt. No pedestrians were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore lane discipline and act aggressively.
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Two Left Turns Collide, Elderly Driver Injured▸Jun 15 - Two cars turned left on Fillmore Avenue. Metal smashed metal. An 87-year-old man, strapped in, was cut by glass. His body throbbed. Both drivers looked away. The street bore witness. Distraction ruled. Pain followed.
Two vehicles, a sedan and a taxi, collided while both were making left turns at Fillmore Avenue and East 49th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Both drivers looked away.' An 87-year-old male driver suffered severe lacerations and pain throughout his body. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other injuries were specified for the other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, as noted in the official account. Both drivers were licensed and wearing seat belts. The impact left one elderly man hurt and a street marked by shattered glass.
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Box Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Killed in Brooklyn▸Jun 15 - A box truck turned left on Central Avenue. An e-bike passed. Metal caught the rider. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The e-bike rider, 49, died in the street.
A box truck and an e-bike collided near Central Avenue and Palmetto Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 49-year-old man, was killed. According to the police report, 'A box truck turned left. An e-bike passed. Metal caught man. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The rider, 49, lay still.' The truck was making a left turn while the e-bike was passing. No specific driver errors were listed in the data. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal crush injuries to the pelvis. The helmet split on impact, as noted in the report. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Cyclist Doored by Distracted SUV Driver on Fulton▸Jun 15 - A Jeep door swung open on Fulton. A cyclist struck it. His leg split. Blood on the street. The driver did not look. The cyclist wore a helmet. The city’s danger showed its teeth.
A 27-year-old cyclist suffered severe leg lacerations after crashing into the door of a parked Jeep SUV on Fulton Street near Irving Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep door flung open. A 27-year-old cyclist crashed into it. His leg split wide.' The cyclist was conscious and wore a helmet. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to check for oncoming cyclists before opening the door. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive drivers and the unforgiving nature of city streets.
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Sedan Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown Face-First▸Jun 15 - A sedan turned left on 5th Street. A cyclist rode straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew, face-first to the pavement. Blood pooled. He was 58. He stayed conscious. The driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part.
A crash at the corner of 5th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 58-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn struck the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The impact ejected the cyclist, causing severe bleeding from the face. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan's driver was licensed and uninjured. The cyclist was conscious at the scene. No helmet use or signaling is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike Rider From Behind▸Jun 14 - A sedan slammed into a young e-bike rider on Atlantic Avenue. The car hit from behind. The rider’s head split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver fled. The rider lay still, breathing shallow, eyes open to the sky.
A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind on Atlantic Avenue near Havens Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind. No helmet. Head torn open. Blood pooled on the hot pavement. The car kept going. The rider lay still, eyes open, breathing shallow.' The rider suffered severe head lacerations and was conscious at the scene. No driver errors were listed in the police data. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the facts of the crash. The sedan driver fled, leaving the injured rider on the street.
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Distracted Drivers Collide Head-On Avenue J▸Jun 14 - Two sedans crashed head-on at Avenue J and East 37th. Metal twisted. A 40-year-old man suffered crush wounds to his shoulder. Both drivers were distracted. Brooklyn’s morning broke with the sound of steel and pain.
Two sedans collided head-on at Avenue J and East 37th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. The impact left a 40-year-old male driver with crush injuries to his shoulder. The report states: “Both drivers were distracted. Morning broke in Brooklyn under the sound of screeching steel and pain.” The data lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers were wearing seat belts. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Nissan Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Flatlands Avenue▸Jun 11 - A man crossed Flatlands Avenue. A Nissan sedan hit him head-on. His body broke on the asphalt. He died there. The car kept going straight. The street offered no crosswalk, no signal. The driver did not stop.
A 42-year-old man was killed on Flatlands Avenue when a westbound Nissan sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street with no crosswalk or signal. The impact shattered his body. He died at the scene. The sedan continued straight after the collision. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash left the pedestrian dead and the driver uninjured.
Jun 18 - A 16-year-old boy died on Belt Parkway. His SUV hit another head-on at unsafe speed. He was thrown from the car. His head struck hard. Four teens and two adults were hurt. The crash left metal twisted, lives changed.
A deadly crash unfolded on Belt Parkway when a 16-year-old, driving an SUV at unsafe speed, struck another SUV head-on. According to the police report, 'A 16-year-old boy, unbelted and speeding, struck another SUV head-on. His body flew from the wreck. His head hit hard. The car crumpled. He died there, in the dark, alone.' The contributing factor listed is 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen driver was ejected and killed. Four other young passengers, ages 15 to 19, suffered injuries to the neck, chest, and arms. Two adult drivers were also involved, one sustaining an arm injury. The police report notes that some injured teens were not using safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the primary cause: unsafe speed. The crash left one dead and several injured, all due to speed.
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Teen Motorcyclist Bleeds After Brooklyn Crash▸Jun 17 - A 15-year-old boy crashed his motorcycle on Linden and Mother Gaston. He struck hard, front-first. His leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed awake, broken and bleeding, as darkness fell over Brooklyn.
A 15-year-old boy riding a motorcycle was severely injured in a crash at Linden Boulevard and Mother Gaston Boulevard in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the boy hit hard, front-first, and suffered severe lacerations to his leg. He was conscious at the scene, bleeding heavily. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No other vehicles or people were involved. The boy was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the police report, but no helmet use was cited as a contributing factor. The crash left the teenager broken and bleeding on the asphalt as night closed in.
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Signal Failure Traps Two in SUV Collision▸Jun 17 - Two SUVs crashed at Vandervoort and Meeker. The lights were out. Steel met glass. A man clutched his neck. A young woman’s leg was crushed. Both drivers hurt. Both belted. The street gave no warning. The system failed. Bodies broke.
Two SUVs collided at the corner of Vandervoort Avenue and Meeker Avenue. According to the police report, the traffic lights were not working. Both vehicles traveled eastbound and crashed. The male driver, 60, suffered neck injuries and crush trauma. The female driver, 23, was unlicensed and trapped by a crushed leg. Both wore seat belts. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No other errors or violations are noted. The crash left both drivers injured, underscoring the danger when basic traffic controls fail.
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Pickup Turns Left, Hits Pedestrian Head-On▸Jun 16 - A Ford pickup turned left at 19th Avenue and 79th Street. The driver struck a 64-year-old man crossing with the signal. Blood ran from his head. He stayed conscious. The truck’s front end hit him. He was badly hurt.
A Ford pickup truck, driven by a 55-year-old woman, made a left turn at the corner of 19th Avenue and 79th Street in Brooklyn. The truck struck a 64-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the truck’s center front end. The pedestrian was following the signal at the time of the crash. No helmet or signaling issues are noted for the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene.
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Improper Lane Change Shatters Leg on Belt Parkway▸Jun 15 - A motorcycle veered and overturned on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. Parked cars shook. Blood streaked the lane. A 29-year-old man clutched his crushed leg. Two others hurt. The road fell silent. Aggressive driving left bodies broken.
On Belt Parkway, a motorcycle veered, overturned, and struck parked cars. According to the police report, the crash left a 29-year-old man with severe crush injuries to his leg. Two others, including an 18-year-old passenger and a 22-year-old driver, suffered injuries. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver wore a helmet, as noted in the data, but the crash’s violence overwhelmed any protection. The scene was marked by wrecked vehicles and blood on the asphalt. No pedestrians were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore lane discipline and act aggressively.
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Two Left Turns Collide, Elderly Driver Injured▸Jun 15 - Two cars turned left on Fillmore Avenue. Metal smashed metal. An 87-year-old man, strapped in, was cut by glass. His body throbbed. Both drivers looked away. The street bore witness. Distraction ruled. Pain followed.
Two vehicles, a sedan and a taxi, collided while both were making left turns at Fillmore Avenue and East 49th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Both drivers looked away.' An 87-year-old male driver suffered severe lacerations and pain throughout his body. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other injuries were specified for the other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, as noted in the official account. Both drivers were licensed and wearing seat belts. The impact left one elderly man hurt and a street marked by shattered glass.
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Box Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Killed in Brooklyn▸Jun 15 - A box truck turned left on Central Avenue. An e-bike passed. Metal caught the rider. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The e-bike rider, 49, died in the street.
A box truck and an e-bike collided near Central Avenue and Palmetto Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 49-year-old man, was killed. According to the police report, 'A box truck turned left. An e-bike passed. Metal caught man. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The rider, 49, lay still.' The truck was making a left turn while the e-bike was passing. No specific driver errors were listed in the data. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal crush injuries to the pelvis. The helmet split on impact, as noted in the report. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Cyclist Doored by Distracted SUV Driver on Fulton▸Jun 15 - A Jeep door swung open on Fulton. A cyclist struck it. His leg split. Blood on the street. The driver did not look. The cyclist wore a helmet. The city’s danger showed its teeth.
A 27-year-old cyclist suffered severe leg lacerations after crashing into the door of a parked Jeep SUV on Fulton Street near Irving Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep door flung open. A 27-year-old cyclist crashed into it. His leg split wide.' The cyclist was conscious and wore a helmet. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to check for oncoming cyclists before opening the door. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive drivers and the unforgiving nature of city streets.
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Sedan Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown Face-First▸Jun 15 - A sedan turned left on 5th Street. A cyclist rode straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew, face-first to the pavement. Blood pooled. He was 58. He stayed conscious. The driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part.
A crash at the corner of 5th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 58-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn struck the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The impact ejected the cyclist, causing severe bleeding from the face. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan's driver was licensed and uninjured. The cyclist was conscious at the scene. No helmet use or signaling is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike Rider From Behind▸Jun 14 - A sedan slammed into a young e-bike rider on Atlantic Avenue. The car hit from behind. The rider’s head split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver fled. The rider lay still, breathing shallow, eyes open to the sky.
A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind on Atlantic Avenue near Havens Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind. No helmet. Head torn open. Blood pooled on the hot pavement. The car kept going. The rider lay still, eyes open, breathing shallow.' The rider suffered severe head lacerations and was conscious at the scene. No driver errors were listed in the police data. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the facts of the crash. The sedan driver fled, leaving the injured rider on the street.
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Distracted Drivers Collide Head-On Avenue J▸Jun 14 - Two sedans crashed head-on at Avenue J and East 37th. Metal twisted. A 40-year-old man suffered crush wounds to his shoulder. Both drivers were distracted. Brooklyn’s morning broke with the sound of steel and pain.
Two sedans collided head-on at Avenue J and East 37th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. The impact left a 40-year-old male driver with crush injuries to his shoulder. The report states: “Both drivers were distracted. Morning broke in Brooklyn under the sound of screeching steel and pain.” The data lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers were wearing seat belts. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Nissan Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Flatlands Avenue▸Jun 11 - A man crossed Flatlands Avenue. A Nissan sedan hit him head-on. His body broke on the asphalt. He died there. The car kept going straight. The street offered no crosswalk, no signal. The driver did not stop.
A 42-year-old man was killed on Flatlands Avenue when a westbound Nissan sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street with no crosswalk or signal. The impact shattered his body. He died at the scene. The sedan continued straight after the collision. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash left the pedestrian dead and the driver uninjured.
Jun 17 - A 15-year-old boy crashed his motorcycle on Linden and Mother Gaston. He struck hard, front-first. His leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed awake, broken and bleeding, as darkness fell over Brooklyn.
A 15-year-old boy riding a motorcycle was severely injured in a crash at Linden Boulevard and Mother Gaston Boulevard in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the boy hit hard, front-first, and suffered severe lacerations to his leg. He was conscious at the scene, bleeding heavily. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No other vehicles or people were involved. The boy was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the police report, but no helmet use was cited as a contributing factor. The crash left the teenager broken and bleeding on the asphalt as night closed in.
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Signal Failure Traps Two in SUV Collision▸Jun 17 - Two SUVs crashed at Vandervoort and Meeker. The lights were out. Steel met glass. A man clutched his neck. A young woman’s leg was crushed. Both drivers hurt. Both belted. The street gave no warning. The system failed. Bodies broke.
Two SUVs collided at the corner of Vandervoort Avenue and Meeker Avenue. According to the police report, the traffic lights were not working. Both vehicles traveled eastbound and crashed. The male driver, 60, suffered neck injuries and crush trauma. The female driver, 23, was unlicensed and trapped by a crushed leg. Both wore seat belts. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No other errors or violations are noted. The crash left both drivers injured, underscoring the danger when basic traffic controls fail.
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Pickup Turns Left, Hits Pedestrian Head-On▸Jun 16 - A Ford pickup turned left at 19th Avenue and 79th Street. The driver struck a 64-year-old man crossing with the signal. Blood ran from his head. He stayed conscious. The truck’s front end hit him. He was badly hurt.
A Ford pickup truck, driven by a 55-year-old woman, made a left turn at the corner of 19th Avenue and 79th Street in Brooklyn. The truck struck a 64-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the truck’s center front end. The pedestrian was following the signal at the time of the crash. No helmet or signaling issues are noted for the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene.
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Improper Lane Change Shatters Leg on Belt Parkway▸Jun 15 - A motorcycle veered and overturned on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. Parked cars shook. Blood streaked the lane. A 29-year-old man clutched his crushed leg. Two others hurt. The road fell silent. Aggressive driving left bodies broken.
On Belt Parkway, a motorcycle veered, overturned, and struck parked cars. According to the police report, the crash left a 29-year-old man with severe crush injuries to his leg. Two others, including an 18-year-old passenger and a 22-year-old driver, suffered injuries. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver wore a helmet, as noted in the data, but the crash’s violence overwhelmed any protection. The scene was marked by wrecked vehicles and blood on the asphalt. No pedestrians were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore lane discipline and act aggressively.
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Two Left Turns Collide, Elderly Driver Injured▸Jun 15 - Two cars turned left on Fillmore Avenue. Metal smashed metal. An 87-year-old man, strapped in, was cut by glass. His body throbbed. Both drivers looked away. The street bore witness. Distraction ruled. Pain followed.
Two vehicles, a sedan and a taxi, collided while both were making left turns at Fillmore Avenue and East 49th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Both drivers looked away.' An 87-year-old male driver suffered severe lacerations and pain throughout his body. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other injuries were specified for the other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, as noted in the official account. Both drivers were licensed and wearing seat belts. The impact left one elderly man hurt and a street marked by shattered glass.
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Box Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Killed in Brooklyn▸Jun 15 - A box truck turned left on Central Avenue. An e-bike passed. Metal caught the rider. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The e-bike rider, 49, died in the street.
A box truck and an e-bike collided near Central Avenue and Palmetto Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 49-year-old man, was killed. According to the police report, 'A box truck turned left. An e-bike passed. Metal caught man. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The rider, 49, lay still.' The truck was making a left turn while the e-bike was passing. No specific driver errors were listed in the data. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal crush injuries to the pelvis. The helmet split on impact, as noted in the report. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Cyclist Doored by Distracted SUV Driver on Fulton▸Jun 15 - A Jeep door swung open on Fulton. A cyclist struck it. His leg split. Blood on the street. The driver did not look. The cyclist wore a helmet. The city’s danger showed its teeth.
A 27-year-old cyclist suffered severe leg lacerations after crashing into the door of a parked Jeep SUV on Fulton Street near Irving Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep door flung open. A 27-year-old cyclist crashed into it. His leg split wide.' The cyclist was conscious and wore a helmet. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to check for oncoming cyclists before opening the door. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive drivers and the unforgiving nature of city streets.
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Sedan Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown Face-First▸Jun 15 - A sedan turned left on 5th Street. A cyclist rode straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew, face-first to the pavement. Blood pooled. He was 58. He stayed conscious. The driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part.
A crash at the corner of 5th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 58-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn struck the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The impact ejected the cyclist, causing severe bleeding from the face. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan's driver was licensed and uninjured. The cyclist was conscious at the scene. No helmet use or signaling is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike Rider From Behind▸Jun 14 - A sedan slammed into a young e-bike rider on Atlantic Avenue. The car hit from behind. The rider’s head split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver fled. The rider lay still, breathing shallow, eyes open to the sky.
A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind on Atlantic Avenue near Havens Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind. No helmet. Head torn open. Blood pooled on the hot pavement. The car kept going. The rider lay still, eyes open, breathing shallow.' The rider suffered severe head lacerations and was conscious at the scene. No driver errors were listed in the police data. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the facts of the crash. The sedan driver fled, leaving the injured rider on the street.
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Distracted Drivers Collide Head-On Avenue J▸Jun 14 - Two sedans crashed head-on at Avenue J and East 37th. Metal twisted. A 40-year-old man suffered crush wounds to his shoulder. Both drivers were distracted. Brooklyn’s morning broke with the sound of steel and pain.
Two sedans collided head-on at Avenue J and East 37th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. The impact left a 40-year-old male driver with crush injuries to his shoulder. The report states: “Both drivers were distracted. Morning broke in Brooklyn under the sound of screeching steel and pain.” The data lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers were wearing seat belts. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Nissan Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Flatlands Avenue▸Jun 11 - A man crossed Flatlands Avenue. A Nissan sedan hit him head-on. His body broke on the asphalt. He died there. The car kept going straight. The street offered no crosswalk, no signal. The driver did not stop.
A 42-year-old man was killed on Flatlands Avenue when a westbound Nissan sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street with no crosswalk or signal. The impact shattered his body. He died at the scene. The sedan continued straight after the collision. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash left the pedestrian dead and the driver uninjured.
Jun 17 - Two SUVs crashed at Vandervoort and Meeker. The lights were out. Steel met glass. A man clutched his neck. A young woman’s leg was crushed. Both drivers hurt. Both belted. The street gave no warning. The system failed. Bodies broke.
Two SUVs collided at the corner of Vandervoort Avenue and Meeker Avenue. According to the police report, the traffic lights were not working. Both vehicles traveled eastbound and crashed. The male driver, 60, suffered neck injuries and crush trauma. The female driver, 23, was unlicensed and trapped by a crushed leg. Both wore seat belts. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No other errors or violations are noted. The crash left both drivers injured, underscoring the danger when basic traffic controls fail.
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Pickup Turns Left, Hits Pedestrian Head-On▸Jun 16 - A Ford pickup turned left at 19th Avenue and 79th Street. The driver struck a 64-year-old man crossing with the signal. Blood ran from his head. He stayed conscious. The truck’s front end hit him. He was badly hurt.
A Ford pickup truck, driven by a 55-year-old woman, made a left turn at the corner of 19th Avenue and 79th Street in Brooklyn. The truck struck a 64-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the truck’s center front end. The pedestrian was following the signal at the time of the crash. No helmet or signaling issues are noted for the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene.
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Improper Lane Change Shatters Leg on Belt Parkway▸Jun 15 - A motorcycle veered and overturned on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. Parked cars shook. Blood streaked the lane. A 29-year-old man clutched his crushed leg. Two others hurt. The road fell silent. Aggressive driving left bodies broken.
On Belt Parkway, a motorcycle veered, overturned, and struck parked cars. According to the police report, the crash left a 29-year-old man with severe crush injuries to his leg. Two others, including an 18-year-old passenger and a 22-year-old driver, suffered injuries. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver wore a helmet, as noted in the data, but the crash’s violence overwhelmed any protection. The scene was marked by wrecked vehicles and blood on the asphalt. No pedestrians were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore lane discipline and act aggressively.
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Two Left Turns Collide, Elderly Driver Injured▸Jun 15 - Two cars turned left on Fillmore Avenue. Metal smashed metal. An 87-year-old man, strapped in, was cut by glass. His body throbbed. Both drivers looked away. The street bore witness. Distraction ruled. Pain followed.
Two vehicles, a sedan and a taxi, collided while both were making left turns at Fillmore Avenue and East 49th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Both drivers looked away.' An 87-year-old male driver suffered severe lacerations and pain throughout his body. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other injuries were specified for the other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, as noted in the official account. Both drivers were licensed and wearing seat belts. The impact left one elderly man hurt and a street marked by shattered glass.
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Box Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Killed in Brooklyn▸Jun 15 - A box truck turned left on Central Avenue. An e-bike passed. Metal caught the rider. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The e-bike rider, 49, died in the street.
A box truck and an e-bike collided near Central Avenue and Palmetto Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 49-year-old man, was killed. According to the police report, 'A box truck turned left. An e-bike passed. Metal caught man. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The rider, 49, lay still.' The truck was making a left turn while the e-bike was passing. No specific driver errors were listed in the data. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal crush injuries to the pelvis. The helmet split on impact, as noted in the report. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Cyclist Doored by Distracted SUV Driver on Fulton▸Jun 15 - A Jeep door swung open on Fulton. A cyclist struck it. His leg split. Blood on the street. The driver did not look. The cyclist wore a helmet. The city’s danger showed its teeth.
A 27-year-old cyclist suffered severe leg lacerations after crashing into the door of a parked Jeep SUV on Fulton Street near Irving Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep door flung open. A 27-year-old cyclist crashed into it. His leg split wide.' The cyclist was conscious and wore a helmet. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to check for oncoming cyclists before opening the door. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive drivers and the unforgiving nature of city streets.
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Sedan Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown Face-First▸Jun 15 - A sedan turned left on 5th Street. A cyclist rode straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew, face-first to the pavement. Blood pooled. He was 58. He stayed conscious. The driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part.
A crash at the corner of 5th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 58-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn struck the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The impact ejected the cyclist, causing severe bleeding from the face. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan's driver was licensed and uninjured. The cyclist was conscious at the scene. No helmet use or signaling is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike Rider From Behind▸Jun 14 - A sedan slammed into a young e-bike rider on Atlantic Avenue. The car hit from behind. The rider’s head split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver fled. The rider lay still, breathing shallow, eyes open to the sky.
A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind on Atlantic Avenue near Havens Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind. No helmet. Head torn open. Blood pooled on the hot pavement. The car kept going. The rider lay still, eyes open, breathing shallow.' The rider suffered severe head lacerations and was conscious at the scene. No driver errors were listed in the police data. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the facts of the crash. The sedan driver fled, leaving the injured rider on the street.
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Distracted Drivers Collide Head-On Avenue J▸Jun 14 - Two sedans crashed head-on at Avenue J and East 37th. Metal twisted. A 40-year-old man suffered crush wounds to his shoulder. Both drivers were distracted. Brooklyn’s morning broke with the sound of steel and pain.
Two sedans collided head-on at Avenue J and East 37th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. The impact left a 40-year-old male driver with crush injuries to his shoulder. The report states: “Both drivers were distracted. Morning broke in Brooklyn under the sound of screeching steel and pain.” The data lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers were wearing seat belts. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Nissan Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Flatlands Avenue▸Jun 11 - A man crossed Flatlands Avenue. A Nissan sedan hit him head-on. His body broke on the asphalt. He died there. The car kept going straight. The street offered no crosswalk, no signal. The driver did not stop.
A 42-year-old man was killed on Flatlands Avenue when a westbound Nissan sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street with no crosswalk or signal. The impact shattered his body. He died at the scene. The sedan continued straight after the collision. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash left the pedestrian dead and the driver uninjured.
Jun 16 - A Ford pickup turned left at 19th Avenue and 79th Street. The driver struck a 64-year-old man crossing with the signal. Blood ran from his head. He stayed conscious. The truck’s front end hit him. He was badly hurt.
A Ford pickup truck, driven by a 55-year-old woman, made a left turn at the corner of 19th Avenue and 79th Street in Brooklyn. The truck struck a 64-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the truck’s center front end. The pedestrian was following the signal at the time of the crash. No helmet or signaling issues are noted for the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene.
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Improper Lane Change Shatters Leg on Belt Parkway▸Jun 15 - A motorcycle veered and overturned on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. Parked cars shook. Blood streaked the lane. A 29-year-old man clutched his crushed leg. Two others hurt. The road fell silent. Aggressive driving left bodies broken.
On Belt Parkway, a motorcycle veered, overturned, and struck parked cars. According to the police report, the crash left a 29-year-old man with severe crush injuries to his leg. Two others, including an 18-year-old passenger and a 22-year-old driver, suffered injuries. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver wore a helmet, as noted in the data, but the crash’s violence overwhelmed any protection. The scene was marked by wrecked vehicles and blood on the asphalt. No pedestrians were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore lane discipline and act aggressively.
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Two Left Turns Collide, Elderly Driver Injured▸Jun 15 - Two cars turned left on Fillmore Avenue. Metal smashed metal. An 87-year-old man, strapped in, was cut by glass. His body throbbed. Both drivers looked away. The street bore witness. Distraction ruled. Pain followed.
Two vehicles, a sedan and a taxi, collided while both were making left turns at Fillmore Avenue and East 49th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Both drivers looked away.' An 87-year-old male driver suffered severe lacerations and pain throughout his body. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other injuries were specified for the other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, as noted in the official account. Both drivers were licensed and wearing seat belts. The impact left one elderly man hurt and a street marked by shattered glass.
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Box Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Killed in Brooklyn▸Jun 15 - A box truck turned left on Central Avenue. An e-bike passed. Metal caught the rider. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The e-bike rider, 49, died in the street.
A box truck and an e-bike collided near Central Avenue and Palmetto Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 49-year-old man, was killed. According to the police report, 'A box truck turned left. An e-bike passed. Metal caught man. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The rider, 49, lay still.' The truck was making a left turn while the e-bike was passing. No specific driver errors were listed in the data. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal crush injuries to the pelvis. The helmet split on impact, as noted in the report. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Cyclist Doored by Distracted SUV Driver on Fulton▸Jun 15 - A Jeep door swung open on Fulton. A cyclist struck it. His leg split. Blood on the street. The driver did not look. The cyclist wore a helmet. The city’s danger showed its teeth.
A 27-year-old cyclist suffered severe leg lacerations after crashing into the door of a parked Jeep SUV on Fulton Street near Irving Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep door flung open. A 27-year-old cyclist crashed into it. His leg split wide.' The cyclist was conscious and wore a helmet. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to check for oncoming cyclists before opening the door. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive drivers and the unforgiving nature of city streets.
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Sedan Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown Face-First▸Jun 15 - A sedan turned left on 5th Street. A cyclist rode straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew, face-first to the pavement. Blood pooled. He was 58. He stayed conscious. The driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part.
A crash at the corner of 5th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 58-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn struck the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The impact ejected the cyclist, causing severe bleeding from the face. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan's driver was licensed and uninjured. The cyclist was conscious at the scene. No helmet use or signaling is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike Rider From Behind▸Jun 14 - A sedan slammed into a young e-bike rider on Atlantic Avenue. The car hit from behind. The rider’s head split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver fled. The rider lay still, breathing shallow, eyes open to the sky.
A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind on Atlantic Avenue near Havens Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind. No helmet. Head torn open. Blood pooled on the hot pavement. The car kept going. The rider lay still, eyes open, breathing shallow.' The rider suffered severe head lacerations and was conscious at the scene. No driver errors were listed in the police data. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the facts of the crash. The sedan driver fled, leaving the injured rider on the street.
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Distracted Drivers Collide Head-On Avenue J▸Jun 14 - Two sedans crashed head-on at Avenue J and East 37th. Metal twisted. A 40-year-old man suffered crush wounds to his shoulder. Both drivers were distracted. Brooklyn’s morning broke with the sound of steel and pain.
Two sedans collided head-on at Avenue J and East 37th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. The impact left a 40-year-old male driver with crush injuries to his shoulder. The report states: “Both drivers were distracted. Morning broke in Brooklyn under the sound of screeching steel and pain.” The data lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers were wearing seat belts. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Nissan Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Flatlands Avenue▸Jun 11 - A man crossed Flatlands Avenue. A Nissan sedan hit him head-on. His body broke on the asphalt. He died there. The car kept going straight. The street offered no crosswalk, no signal. The driver did not stop.
A 42-year-old man was killed on Flatlands Avenue when a westbound Nissan sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street with no crosswalk or signal. The impact shattered his body. He died at the scene. The sedan continued straight after the collision. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash left the pedestrian dead and the driver uninjured.
Jun 15 - A motorcycle veered and overturned on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. Parked cars shook. Blood streaked the lane. A 29-year-old man clutched his crushed leg. Two others hurt. The road fell silent. Aggressive driving left bodies broken.
On Belt Parkway, a motorcycle veered, overturned, and struck parked cars. According to the police report, the crash left a 29-year-old man with severe crush injuries to his leg. Two others, including an 18-year-old passenger and a 22-year-old driver, suffered injuries. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver wore a helmet, as noted in the data, but the crash’s violence overwhelmed any protection. The scene was marked by wrecked vehicles and blood on the asphalt. No pedestrians were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore lane discipline and act aggressively.
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Two Left Turns Collide, Elderly Driver Injured▸Jun 15 - Two cars turned left on Fillmore Avenue. Metal smashed metal. An 87-year-old man, strapped in, was cut by glass. His body throbbed. Both drivers looked away. The street bore witness. Distraction ruled. Pain followed.
Two vehicles, a sedan and a taxi, collided while both were making left turns at Fillmore Avenue and East 49th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Both drivers looked away.' An 87-year-old male driver suffered severe lacerations and pain throughout his body. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other injuries were specified for the other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, as noted in the official account. Both drivers were licensed and wearing seat belts. The impact left one elderly man hurt and a street marked by shattered glass.
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Box Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Killed in Brooklyn▸Jun 15 - A box truck turned left on Central Avenue. An e-bike passed. Metal caught the rider. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The e-bike rider, 49, died in the street.
A box truck and an e-bike collided near Central Avenue and Palmetto Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 49-year-old man, was killed. According to the police report, 'A box truck turned left. An e-bike passed. Metal caught man. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The rider, 49, lay still.' The truck was making a left turn while the e-bike was passing. No specific driver errors were listed in the data. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal crush injuries to the pelvis. The helmet split on impact, as noted in the report. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Cyclist Doored by Distracted SUV Driver on Fulton▸Jun 15 - A Jeep door swung open on Fulton. A cyclist struck it. His leg split. Blood on the street. The driver did not look. The cyclist wore a helmet. The city’s danger showed its teeth.
A 27-year-old cyclist suffered severe leg lacerations after crashing into the door of a parked Jeep SUV on Fulton Street near Irving Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep door flung open. A 27-year-old cyclist crashed into it. His leg split wide.' The cyclist was conscious and wore a helmet. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to check for oncoming cyclists before opening the door. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive drivers and the unforgiving nature of city streets.
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Sedan Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown Face-First▸Jun 15 - A sedan turned left on 5th Street. A cyclist rode straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew, face-first to the pavement. Blood pooled. He was 58. He stayed conscious. The driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part.
A crash at the corner of 5th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 58-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn struck the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The impact ejected the cyclist, causing severe bleeding from the face. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan's driver was licensed and uninjured. The cyclist was conscious at the scene. No helmet use or signaling is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike Rider From Behind▸Jun 14 - A sedan slammed into a young e-bike rider on Atlantic Avenue. The car hit from behind. The rider’s head split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver fled. The rider lay still, breathing shallow, eyes open to the sky.
A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind on Atlantic Avenue near Havens Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind. No helmet. Head torn open. Blood pooled on the hot pavement. The car kept going. The rider lay still, eyes open, breathing shallow.' The rider suffered severe head lacerations and was conscious at the scene. No driver errors were listed in the police data. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the facts of the crash. The sedan driver fled, leaving the injured rider on the street.
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Distracted Drivers Collide Head-On Avenue J▸Jun 14 - Two sedans crashed head-on at Avenue J and East 37th. Metal twisted. A 40-year-old man suffered crush wounds to his shoulder. Both drivers were distracted. Brooklyn’s morning broke with the sound of steel and pain.
Two sedans collided head-on at Avenue J and East 37th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. The impact left a 40-year-old male driver with crush injuries to his shoulder. The report states: “Both drivers were distracted. Morning broke in Brooklyn under the sound of screeching steel and pain.” The data lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers were wearing seat belts. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Nissan Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Flatlands Avenue▸Jun 11 - A man crossed Flatlands Avenue. A Nissan sedan hit him head-on. His body broke on the asphalt. He died there. The car kept going straight. The street offered no crosswalk, no signal. The driver did not stop.
A 42-year-old man was killed on Flatlands Avenue when a westbound Nissan sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street with no crosswalk or signal. The impact shattered his body. He died at the scene. The sedan continued straight after the collision. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash left the pedestrian dead and the driver uninjured.
Jun 15 - Two cars turned left on Fillmore Avenue. Metal smashed metal. An 87-year-old man, strapped in, was cut by glass. His body throbbed. Both drivers looked away. The street bore witness. Distraction ruled. Pain followed.
Two vehicles, a sedan and a taxi, collided while both were making left turns at Fillmore Avenue and East 49th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Both drivers looked away.' An 87-year-old male driver suffered severe lacerations and pain throughout his body. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other injuries were specified for the other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, as noted in the official account. Both drivers were licensed and wearing seat belts. The impact left one elderly man hurt and a street marked by shattered glass.
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Box Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Killed in Brooklyn▸Jun 15 - A box truck turned left on Central Avenue. An e-bike passed. Metal caught the rider. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The e-bike rider, 49, died in the street.
A box truck and an e-bike collided near Central Avenue and Palmetto Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 49-year-old man, was killed. According to the police report, 'A box truck turned left. An e-bike passed. Metal caught man. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The rider, 49, lay still.' The truck was making a left turn while the e-bike was passing. No specific driver errors were listed in the data. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal crush injuries to the pelvis. The helmet split on impact, as noted in the report. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Cyclist Doored by Distracted SUV Driver on Fulton▸Jun 15 - A Jeep door swung open on Fulton. A cyclist struck it. His leg split. Blood on the street. The driver did not look. The cyclist wore a helmet. The city’s danger showed its teeth.
A 27-year-old cyclist suffered severe leg lacerations after crashing into the door of a parked Jeep SUV on Fulton Street near Irving Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep door flung open. A 27-year-old cyclist crashed into it. His leg split wide.' The cyclist was conscious and wore a helmet. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to check for oncoming cyclists before opening the door. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive drivers and the unforgiving nature of city streets.
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Sedan Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown Face-First▸Jun 15 - A sedan turned left on 5th Street. A cyclist rode straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew, face-first to the pavement. Blood pooled. He was 58. He stayed conscious. The driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part.
A crash at the corner of 5th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 58-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn struck the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The impact ejected the cyclist, causing severe bleeding from the face. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan's driver was licensed and uninjured. The cyclist was conscious at the scene. No helmet use or signaling is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike Rider From Behind▸Jun 14 - A sedan slammed into a young e-bike rider on Atlantic Avenue. The car hit from behind. The rider’s head split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver fled. The rider lay still, breathing shallow, eyes open to the sky.
A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind on Atlantic Avenue near Havens Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind. No helmet. Head torn open. Blood pooled on the hot pavement. The car kept going. The rider lay still, eyes open, breathing shallow.' The rider suffered severe head lacerations and was conscious at the scene. No driver errors were listed in the police data. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the facts of the crash. The sedan driver fled, leaving the injured rider on the street.
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Distracted Drivers Collide Head-On Avenue J▸Jun 14 - Two sedans crashed head-on at Avenue J and East 37th. Metal twisted. A 40-year-old man suffered crush wounds to his shoulder. Both drivers were distracted. Brooklyn’s morning broke with the sound of steel and pain.
Two sedans collided head-on at Avenue J and East 37th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. The impact left a 40-year-old male driver with crush injuries to his shoulder. The report states: “Both drivers were distracted. Morning broke in Brooklyn under the sound of screeching steel and pain.” The data lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers were wearing seat belts. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Nissan Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Flatlands Avenue▸Jun 11 - A man crossed Flatlands Avenue. A Nissan sedan hit him head-on. His body broke on the asphalt. He died there. The car kept going straight. The street offered no crosswalk, no signal. The driver did not stop.
A 42-year-old man was killed on Flatlands Avenue when a westbound Nissan sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street with no crosswalk or signal. The impact shattered his body. He died at the scene. The sedan continued straight after the collision. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash left the pedestrian dead and the driver uninjured.
Jun 15 - A box truck turned left on Central Avenue. An e-bike passed. Metal caught the rider. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The e-bike rider, 49, died in the street.
A box truck and an e-bike collided near Central Avenue and Palmetto Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 49-year-old man, was killed. According to the police report, 'A box truck turned left. An e-bike passed. Metal caught man. He flew, crushed at the pelvis. His helmet split. The truck stood untouched. The rider, 49, lay still.' The truck was making a left turn while the e-bike was passing. No specific driver errors were listed in the data. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal crush injuries to the pelvis. The helmet split on impact, as noted in the report. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Cyclist Doored by Distracted SUV Driver on Fulton▸Jun 15 - A Jeep door swung open on Fulton. A cyclist struck it. His leg split. Blood on the street. The driver did not look. The cyclist wore a helmet. The city’s danger showed its teeth.
A 27-year-old cyclist suffered severe leg lacerations after crashing into the door of a parked Jeep SUV on Fulton Street near Irving Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep door flung open. A 27-year-old cyclist crashed into it. His leg split wide.' The cyclist was conscious and wore a helmet. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to check for oncoming cyclists before opening the door. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive drivers and the unforgiving nature of city streets.
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Sedan Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown Face-First▸Jun 15 - A sedan turned left on 5th Street. A cyclist rode straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew, face-first to the pavement. Blood pooled. He was 58. He stayed conscious. The driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part.
A crash at the corner of 5th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 58-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn struck the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The impact ejected the cyclist, causing severe bleeding from the face. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan's driver was licensed and uninjured. The cyclist was conscious at the scene. No helmet use or signaling is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike Rider From Behind▸Jun 14 - A sedan slammed into a young e-bike rider on Atlantic Avenue. The car hit from behind. The rider’s head split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver fled. The rider lay still, breathing shallow, eyes open to the sky.
A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind on Atlantic Avenue near Havens Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind. No helmet. Head torn open. Blood pooled on the hot pavement. The car kept going. The rider lay still, eyes open, breathing shallow.' The rider suffered severe head lacerations and was conscious at the scene. No driver errors were listed in the police data. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the facts of the crash. The sedan driver fled, leaving the injured rider on the street.
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Distracted Drivers Collide Head-On Avenue J▸Jun 14 - Two sedans crashed head-on at Avenue J and East 37th. Metal twisted. A 40-year-old man suffered crush wounds to his shoulder. Both drivers were distracted. Brooklyn’s morning broke with the sound of steel and pain.
Two sedans collided head-on at Avenue J and East 37th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. The impact left a 40-year-old male driver with crush injuries to his shoulder. The report states: “Both drivers were distracted. Morning broke in Brooklyn under the sound of screeching steel and pain.” The data lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers were wearing seat belts. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Nissan Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Flatlands Avenue▸Jun 11 - A man crossed Flatlands Avenue. A Nissan sedan hit him head-on. His body broke on the asphalt. He died there. The car kept going straight. The street offered no crosswalk, no signal. The driver did not stop.
A 42-year-old man was killed on Flatlands Avenue when a westbound Nissan sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street with no crosswalk or signal. The impact shattered his body. He died at the scene. The sedan continued straight after the collision. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash left the pedestrian dead and the driver uninjured.
Jun 15 - A Jeep door swung open on Fulton. A cyclist struck it. His leg split. Blood on the street. The driver did not look. The cyclist wore a helmet. The city’s danger showed its teeth.
A 27-year-old cyclist suffered severe leg lacerations after crashing into the door of a parked Jeep SUV on Fulton Street near Irving Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep door flung open. A 27-year-old cyclist crashed into it. His leg split wide.' The cyclist was conscious and wore a helmet. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to check for oncoming cyclists before opening the door. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive drivers and the unforgiving nature of city streets.
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Sedan Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown Face-First▸Jun 15 - A sedan turned left on 5th Street. A cyclist rode straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew, face-first to the pavement. Blood pooled. He was 58. He stayed conscious. The driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part.
A crash at the corner of 5th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 58-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn struck the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The impact ejected the cyclist, causing severe bleeding from the face. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan's driver was licensed and uninjured. The cyclist was conscious at the scene. No helmet use or signaling is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike Rider From Behind▸Jun 14 - A sedan slammed into a young e-bike rider on Atlantic Avenue. The car hit from behind. The rider’s head split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver fled. The rider lay still, breathing shallow, eyes open to the sky.
A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind on Atlantic Avenue near Havens Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind. No helmet. Head torn open. Blood pooled on the hot pavement. The car kept going. The rider lay still, eyes open, breathing shallow.' The rider suffered severe head lacerations and was conscious at the scene. No driver errors were listed in the police data. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the facts of the crash. The sedan driver fled, leaving the injured rider on the street.
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Distracted Drivers Collide Head-On Avenue J▸Jun 14 - Two sedans crashed head-on at Avenue J and East 37th. Metal twisted. A 40-year-old man suffered crush wounds to his shoulder. Both drivers were distracted. Brooklyn’s morning broke with the sound of steel and pain.
Two sedans collided head-on at Avenue J and East 37th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. The impact left a 40-year-old male driver with crush injuries to his shoulder. The report states: “Both drivers were distracted. Morning broke in Brooklyn under the sound of screeching steel and pain.” The data lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers were wearing seat belts. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Nissan Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Flatlands Avenue▸Jun 11 - A man crossed Flatlands Avenue. A Nissan sedan hit him head-on. His body broke on the asphalt. He died there. The car kept going straight. The street offered no crosswalk, no signal. The driver did not stop.
A 42-year-old man was killed on Flatlands Avenue when a westbound Nissan sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street with no crosswalk or signal. The impact shattered his body. He died at the scene. The sedan continued straight after the collision. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash left the pedestrian dead and the driver uninjured.
Jun 15 - A sedan turned left on 5th Street. A cyclist rode straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew, face-first to the pavement. Blood pooled. He was 58. He stayed conscious. The driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part.
A crash at the corner of 5th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 58-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn struck the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The impact ejected the cyclist, causing severe bleeding from the face. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan's driver was licensed and uninjured. The cyclist was conscious at the scene. No helmet use or signaling is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus.
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike Rider From Behind▸Jun 14 - A sedan slammed into a young e-bike rider on Atlantic Avenue. The car hit from behind. The rider’s head split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver fled. The rider lay still, breathing shallow, eyes open to the sky.
A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind on Atlantic Avenue near Havens Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind. No helmet. Head torn open. Blood pooled on the hot pavement. The car kept going. The rider lay still, eyes open, breathing shallow.' The rider suffered severe head lacerations and was conscious at the scene. No driver errors were listed in the police data. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the facts of the crash. The sedan driver fled, leaving the injured rider on the street.
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Distracted Drivers Collide Head-On Avenue J▸Jun 14 - Two sedans crashed head-on at Avenue J and East 37th. Metal twisted. A 40-year-old man suffered crush wounds to his shoulder. Both drivers were distracted. Brooklyn’s morning broke with the sound of steel and pain.
Two sedans collided head-on at Avenue J and East 37th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. The impact left a 40-year-old male driver with crush injuries to his shoulder. The report states: “Both drivers were distracted. Morning broke in Brooklyn under the sound of screeching steel and pain.” The data lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers were wearing seat belts. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Nissan Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Flatlands Avenue▸Jun 11 - A man crossed Flatlands Avenue. A Nissan sedan hit him head-on. His body broke on the asphalt. He died there. The car kept going straight. The street offered no crosswalk, no signal. The driver did not stop.
A 42-year-old man was killed on Flatlands Avenue when a westbound Nissan sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street with no crosswalk or signal. The impact shattered his body. He died at the scene. The sedan continued straight after the collision. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash left the pedestrian dead and the driver uninjured.
Jun 14 - A sedan slammed into a young e-bike rider on Atlantic Avenue. The car hit from behind. The rider’s head split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver fled. The rider lay still, breathing shallow, eyes open to the sky.
A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind on Atlantic Avenue near Havens Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a 21-year-old e-bike rider from behind. No helmet. Head torn open. Blood pooled on the hot pavement. The car kept going. The rider lay still, eyes open, breathing shallow.' The rider suffered severe head lacerations and was conscious at the scene. No driver errors were listed in the police data. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the facts of the crash. The sedan driver fled, leaving the injured rider on the street.
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Distracted Drivers Collide Head-On Avenue J▸Jun 14 - Two sedans crashed head-on at Avenue J and East 37th. Metal twisted. A 40-year-old man suffered crush wounds to his shoulder. Both drivers were distracted. Brooklyn’s morning broke with the sound of steel and pain.
Two sedans collided head-on at Avenue J and East 37th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. The impact left a 40-year-old male driver with crush injuries to his shoulder. The report states: “Both drivers were distracted. Morning broke in Brooklyn under the sound of screeching steel and pain.” The data lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers were wearing seat belts. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Nissan Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Flatlands Avenue▸Jun 11 - A man crossed Flatlands Avenue. A Nissan sedan hit him head-on. His body broke on the asphalt. He died there. The car kept going straight. The street offered no crosswalk, no signal. The driver did not stop.
A 42-year-old man was killed on Flatlands Avenue when a westbound Nissan sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street with no crosswalk or signal. The impact shattered his body. He died at the scene. The sedan continued straight after the collision. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash left the pedestrian dead and the driver uninjured.
Jun 14 - Two sedans crashed head-on at Avenue J and East 37th. Metal twisted. A 40-year-old man suffered crush wounds to his shoulder. Both drivers were distracted. Brooklyn’s morning broke with the sound of steel and pain.
Two sedans collided head-on at Avenue J and East 37th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. The impact left a 40-year-old male driver with crush injuries to his shoulder. The report states: “Both drivers were distracted. Morning broke in Brooklyn under the sound of screeching steel and pain.” The data lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers were wearing seat belts. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Nissan Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Flatlands Avenue▸Jun 11 - A man crossed Flatlands Avenue. A Nissan sedan hit him head-on. His body broke on the asphalt. He died there. The car kept going straight. The street offered no crosswalk, no signal. The driver did not stop.
A 42-year-old man was killed on Flatlands Avenue when a westbound Nissan sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street with no crosswalk or signal. The impact shattered his body. He died at the scene. The sedan continued straight after the collision. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash left the pedestrian dead and the driver uninjured.
Jun 11 - A man crossed Flatlands Avenue. A Nissan sedan hit him head-on. His body broke on the asphalt. He died there. The car kept going straight. The street offered no crosswalk, no signal. The driver did not stop.
A 42-year-old man was killed on Flatlands Avenue when a westbound Nissan sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street with no crosswalk or signal. The impact shattered his body. He died at the scene. The sedan continued straight after the collision. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash left the pedestrian dead and the driver uninjured.