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 24
▸ Crush Injuries 16
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 30
▸ Severe Lacerations 24
▸ Concussion 30
▸ Whiplash 131
▸ Contusion/Bruise 282
▸ Abrasion 179
▸ Pain/Nausea 105
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.
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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A bike, a Tesla, and a corner at 2 AM
Brooklyn CB1: Jan 1, 2022 - Oct 10, 2025
Just after 2 AM on Sep 27, 2025, at Meserole Street and Leonard Street, a 32-year-old woman riding a bike was hit and killed in a crash that involved a Tesla sedan and parked cars (NYC Open Data).
She is one of 25 people killed on Brooklyn Community Board 1 streets since 2022, including six people on bikes and nine people walking (CrashCount analysis of NYC Open Data).
This year, 10 people are already dead here, compared with 5 by this point last year (CrashCount analysis of NYC Open Data).
This Week
- Sep 27: A 32-year-old woman on a bike was killed at Meserole Street and Leonard Street in a multi-vehicle crash (NYC Open Data).
- Sep 26: A 14-year-old boy riding a bike was injured in a collision with a box truck near 990 Grand Street (NYC Open Data).
Where the blood pools
Morgan Avenue shows the worst toll, with three deaths since 2022. Broadway and Union Avenue also rank high for injuries and deaths here (CrashCount analysis of NYC Open Data).
Police reports flag driver inattention and failure to yield again and again. In this board area, officers recorded injuries tied to driver inattention/distraction and failure to yield in dozens of crashes (CrashCount analysis of NYC Open Data).
Deaths pile up in the dark and at the edges of the day. The hours around 3 AM and 7 PM each saw multiple deaths since 2022 (CrashCount analysis of NYC Open Data).
Trucks turn, people die
Three pedestrians were killed by truck drivers on CB1 streets since 2023: a man on Maspeth Avenue at Morgan Avenue; a child at Withers Street and Woodpoint Road; and a woman at Nassau Avenue and Sutton Street. Each case lists a truck in the fatal movement (Aug 6, 2025, Mar 1, 2025, Feb 21, 2024).
On bikes, the body count grows: a 64-year-old man at Lorimer Street and Broadway; a 46-year-old man at Lynch Street and Union Avenue; and the 32-year-old woman at Meserole and Leonard. All three died in crashes that involved cars or SUVs, and in two cases police noted turning or control failures by drivers (Feb 27, 2024, Sep 1, 2024, Sep 27, 2025).
Promises meet pavement
On McGuinness Boulevard, the push to slow and narrow the road has been public for years. As Assembly Member Emily Gallagher said, urging the mayor to act, “stay the course.”
There are concrete steps on the table right now:
- Daylight corners and harden turns at Morgan Avenue, Union Avenue, and other high-injury spots; add leading pedestrian intervals; and design for slow speeds. The crash record at these sites demands it (CrashCount analysis of NYC Open Data).
- Keep trucks out of tight turns on neighborhood streets with routing and turn-calming at known danger points like Withers/Woodpoint and Nassau/Sutton (Feb 21, 2024; Mar 1, 2025; Aug 6, 2025).
- Target the evening and late-night hours when deaths cluster for lighting, design fixes, and enforcement at repeat hotspots (CrashCount analysis of NYC Open Data).
Who moves the needle
Albany’s repeat-speeder fix is moving. The Senate’s S 4045 would require intelligent speed assistance for drivers with repeated violations. State Senator Julia Salazar co-sponsored and voted yes in committee, per the record, and State Senator Andrew Gounardes sponsors it. In the Assembly, Emily Gallagher sponsors the companion A 2299 (CrashCount timeline; NY Senate).
At City Hall, Council Member Jennifer Gutiérrez co-sponsors Int. 1353 to speed safety devices near schools, and Council Member Lincoln Restler co-sponsors Int. 1375 to expand secure bike parking—basic steps that make walking and riding safer (NYC Council Legistar: Int 1353, Int 1375).
The board’s streets keep taking lives. The tools sit on desks.
One more intersection after dark. One more family waiting at a corner that never got fixed.
Take one step that matters: ask City Hall and Albany to use the tools now. Start here: Take Action.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ What is CrashCount?
▸ How many people have been killed on Brooklyn CB1 streets since 2022?
▸ Where are the worst spots?
▸ How were these numbers calculated?
▸ Which elected officials are responsible for acting here?
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-10-10
- File S 4045, Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-12
- NYC Council – Legistar (Int 1353, Int 1375), NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-09-10
- Greenpoint Lawmaker: ‘Opposition to McGuinness Redesign is About Fear, Bad Faith and Control’, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-06-15
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4845384 (Meserole & Leonard) - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-10-10
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4845465 (Grand St) - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-10-10
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Emily Gallagher
District 50
Council Member Jennifer Gutiérrez
District 34
State Senator Julia Salazar
District 18
▸ Other Geographies
Brooklyn CB1 Brooklyn Community Board 1 sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 94, District 34, AD 50, SD 18.
It contains Greenpoint, Williamsburg, South Williamsburg, East Williamsburg.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Brooklyn Community Board 1
8
Rear-End Sedan Crash Injures Four on Expressway▸Jan 8 - Two sedans slammed together on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Four people hurt. Knees, necks, arms, chests battered. No driver errors listed. The system failed to protect them.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at 4:05 AM. Both vehicles traveled east. The front of a Toyota struck the rear of a Nissan. Four occupants were injured: the male driver and female passenger in the Toyota, and the female driver and male passenger in the Nissan. Injuries included trauma to the knee, neck, elbow, and chest. All were classified as moderate. Everyone wore lap belts. No one was ejected. The police report lists all contributing factors as unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are recorded. The report does not mention helmet or signal use.
8A 1077
Davila co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
-
File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
8A 1077
Gallagher co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
-
File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
8S 131
Gonzalez co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
8Int 1160-2025
Gutiérrez co-sponsors bill to speed up pavement markings, boosting street safety.▸Jan 8 - Council orders DOT to repaint pavement lines within five days after resurfacing. Delays must be explained to the public. Clear markings mean fewer deadly crossings for walkers and riders.
Int 1160-2025, now enacted by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, forces the Department of Transportation to install pavement markings or temporary lines within five business days after any street resurfacing. The bill, sponsored by Farah N. Louis (primary) and co-sponsored by Brannan, Schulman, Banks, Farías, Carr, Ariola, and others, passed on March 15, 2025. The law demands annual reporting on compliance and reasons for any delay. The matter title reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to installing pavement markings.' Quick, visible lines cut confusion and protect people crossing or riding. The law took effect immediately.
-
File Int 1160-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-01-08
7
Pedestrian Injured Crossing with Signal on Bedford Ave▸Jan 7 - A 53-year-old woman was struck while crossing Bedford Avenue with the signal. The sedan driver was making a left turn and had tinted windows, impairing visibility. The pedestrian suffered a hip and upper leg contusion but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 53-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Bedford Avenue and South 5th Street in Brooklyn at 10:05 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2013 Infiniti sedan, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with the center front end. The report cites tinted windows on the vehicle as a contributing factor, which likely impaired the driver's visibility. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruise to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The sedan driver was licensed in New York and had no reported damage to the vehicle. The collision highlights driver error related to impaired visibility due to tinted windows during a turning maneuver.
3
Sedan Hits Woman Crossing Greenpoint Avenue▸Jan 3 - A sedan struck a 60-year-old woman crossing Greenpoint Avenue outside an intersection. She suffered arm injuries, shock, and minor bleeding. The driver was licensed and headed west. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Greenpoint Avenue struck a 60-year-old woman as she crossed outside an intersection at 10:32 p.m. The impact was at the center front of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her elbow and lower arm, minor bleeding, and shock. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead. The report notes the pedestrian was not at an intersection and lists 'Unspecified' contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. The crash highlights the danger pedestrians face when crossing outside marked crosswalks in Brooklyn.
3
Gonzalez Supports Fair Congestion Pricing for Transit District▸Jan 3 - Congestion pricing hits Manhattan at midnight. Cars pay to cross south of 60th. Lawmakers split. Some call it a burden. Others hail cleaner air, safer streets, and better transit. The toll stirs anger, hope, and a fight over who pays and who breathes.
On January 3, 2025, congestion pricing (no bill number cited) will begin in Manhattan after a federal judge allowed the toll to proceed. The policy charges most drivers $9 to enter south of 60th Street during peak hours. The matter, titled 'Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,' has drawn sharp lines. Council Member Robert F. Holden (District 30, Queens) opposes the toll, warning, 'I don't know how my district is going to be impacted.' He fears more cars parking in Queens and unclear pollution risks. Council Member Kristy Marmorato (Bronx) calls it a 'cash grab.' In contrast, State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez and Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas support the measure, citing cleaner air, safer streets, and transit upgrades. González-Rojas says, 'Congestion pricing isn't about penalizing anyone—it's about modernizing our transportation system and tackling climate change.' The judge ordered further study on environmental impacts, but the toll begins as scheduled.
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Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,
amny.com,
Published 2025-01-03
2
Box Truck Hits Bicyclist on Bedford Ave▸Jan 2 - A box truck making a right turn struck a 27-year-old bicyclist going straight on Bedford Avenue. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered lower leg injuries, left in shock and pain. Driver distraction and bicyclist confusion contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling north on Bedford Avenue was making a right turn when it collided with a bicyclist also traveling north. The point of impact was the truck's right side doors and the bike's left side doors. The 27-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in complaint of pain and nausea and emotional shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The truck driver was licensed and operating a 2019 box truck registered in New Jersey. This collision highlights driver distraction and confusion among vulnerable road users as key elements in the crash.
1
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
-
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Jan 8 - Two sedans slammed together on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Four people hurt. Knees, necks, arms, chests battered. No driver errors listed. The system failed to protect them.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at 4:05 AM. Both vehicles traveled east. The front of a Toyota struck the rear of a Nissan. Four occupants were injured: the male driver and female passenger in the Toyota, and the female driver and male passenger in the Nissan. Injuries included trauma to the knee, neck, elbow, and chest. All were classified as moderate. Everyone wore lap belts. No one was ejected. The police report lists all contributing factors as unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are recorded. The report does not mention helmet or signal use.
8A 1077
Davila co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
-
File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
8A 1077
Gallagher co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
-
File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
8S 131
Gonzalez co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
8Int 1160-2025
Gutiérrez co-sponsors bill to speed up pavement markings, boosting street safety.▸Jan 8 - Council orders DOT to repaint pavement lines within five days after resurfacing. Delays must be explained to the public. Clear markings mean fewer deadly crossings for walkers and riders.
Int 1160-2025, now enacted by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, forces the Department of Transportation to install pavement markings or temporary lines within five business days after any street resurfacing. The bill, sponsored by Farah N. Louis (primary) and co-sponsored by Brannan, Schulman, Banks, Farías, Carr, Ariola, and others, passed on March 15, 2025. The law demands annual reporting on compliance and reasons for any delay. The matter title reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to installing pavement markings.' Quick, visible lines cut confusion and protect people crossing or riding. The law took effect immediately.
-
File Int 1160-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-01-08
7
Pedestrian Injured Crossing with Signal on Bedford Ave▸Jan 7 - A 53-year-old woman was struck while crossing Bedford Avenue with the signal. The sedan driver was making a left turn and had tinted windows, impairing visibility. The pedestrian suffered a hip and upper leg contusion but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 53-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Bedford Avenue and South 5th Street in Brooklyn at 10:05 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2013 Infiniti sedan, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with the center front end. The report cites tinted windows on the vehicle as a contributing factor, which likely impaired the driver's visibility. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruise to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The sedan driver was licensed in New York and had no reported damage to the vehicle. The collision highlights driver error related to impaired visibility due to tinted windows during a turning maneuver.
3
Sedan Hits Woman Crossing Greenpoint Avenue▸Jan 3 - A sedan struck a 60-year-old woman crossing Greenpoint Avenue outside an intersection. She suffered arm injuries, shock, and minor bleeding. The driver was licensed and headed west. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Greenpoint Avenue struck a 60-year-old woman as she crossed outside an intersection at 10:32 p.m. The impact was at the center front of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her elbow and lower arm, minor bleeding, and shock. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead. The report notes the pedestrian was not at an intersection and lists 'Unspecified' contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. The crash highlights the danger pedestrians face when crossing outside marked crosswalks in Brooklyn.
3
Gonzalez Supports Fair Congestion Pricing for Transit District▸Jan 3 - Congestion pricing hits Manhattan at midnight. Cars pay to cross south of 60th. Lawmakers split. Some call it a burden. Others hail cleaner air, safer streets, and better transit. The toll stirs anger, hope, and a fight over who pays and who breathes.
On January 3, 2025, congestion pricing (no bill number cited) will begin in Manhattan after a federal judge allowed the toll to proceed. The policy charges most drivers $9 to enter south of 60th Street during peak hours. The matter, titled 'Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,' has drawn sharp lines. Council Member Robert F. Holden (District 30, Queens) opposes the toll, warning, 'I don't know how my district is going to be impacted.' He fears more cars parking in Queens and unclear pollution risks. Council Member Kristy Marmorato (Bronx) calls it a 'cash grab.' In contrast, State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez and Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas support the measure, citing cleaner air, safer streets, and transit upgrades. González-Rojas says, 'Congestion pricing isn't about penalizing anyone—it's about modernizing our transportation system and tackling climate change.' The judge ordered further study on environmental impacts, but the toll begins as scheduled.
-
Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,
amny.com,
Published 2025-01-03
2
Box Truck Hits Bicyclist on Bedford Ave▸Jan 2 - A box truck making a right turn struck a 27-year-old bicyclist going straight on Bedford Avenue. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered lower leg injuries, left in shock and pain. Driver distraction and bicyclist confusion contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling north on Bedford Avenue was making a right turn when it collided with a bicyclist also traveling north. The point of impact was the truck's right side doors and the bike's left side doors. The 27-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in complaint of pain and nausea and emotional shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The truck driver was licensed and operating a 2019 box truck registered in New Jersey. This collision highlights driver distraction and confusion among vulnerable road users as key elements in the crash.
1
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
-
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
- File A 1077, Open States, Published 2025-01-08
8A 1077
Gallagher co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
-
File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
8S 131
Gonzalez co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
8Int 1160-2025
Gutiérrez co-sponsors bill to speed up pavement markings, boosting street safety.▸Jan 8 - Council orders DOT to repaint pavement lines within five days after resurfacing. Delays must be explained to the public. Clear markings mean fewer deadly crossings for walkers and riders.
Int 1160-2025, now enacted by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, forces the Department of Transportation to install pavement markings or temporary lines within five business days after any street resurfacing. The bill, sponsored by Farah N. Louis (primary) and co-sponsored by Brannan, Schulman, Banks, Farías, Carr, Ariola, and others, passed on March 15, 2025. The law demands annual reporting on compliance and reasons for any delay. The matter title reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to installing pavement markings.' Quick, visible lines cut confusion and protect people crossing or riding. The law took effect immediately.
-
File Int 1160-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-01-08
7
Pedestrian Injured Crossing with Signal on Bedford Ave▸Jan 7 - A 53-year-old woman was struck while crossing Bedford Avenue with the signal. The sedan driver was making a left turn and had tinted windows, impairing visibility. The pedestrian suffered a hip and upper leg contusion but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 53-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Bedford Avenue and South 5th Street in Brooklyn at 10:05 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2013 Infiniti sedan, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with the center front end. The report cites tinted windows on the vehicle as a contributing factor, which likely impaired the driver's visibility. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruise to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The sedan driver was licensed in New York and had no reported damage to the vehicle. The collision highlights driver error related to impaired visibility due to tinted windows during a turning maneuver.
3
Sedan Hits Woman Crossing Greenpoint Avenue▸Jan 3 - A sedan struck a 60-year-old woman crossing Greenpoint Avenue outside an intersection. She suffered arm injuries, shock, and minor bleeding. The driver was licensed and headed west. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Greenpoint Avenue struck a 60-year-old woman as she crossed outside an intersection at 10:32 p.m. The impact was at the center front of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her elbow and lower arm, minor bleeding, and shock. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead. The report notes the pedestrian was not at an intersection and lists 'Unspecified' contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. The crash highlights the danger pedestrians face when crossing outside marked crosswalks in Brooklyn.
3
Gonzalez Supports Fair Congestion Pricing for Transit District▸Jan 3 - Congestion pricing hits Manhattan at midnight. Cars pay to cross south of 60th. Lawmakers split. Some call it a burden. Others hail cleaner air, safer streets, and better transit. The toll stirs anger, hope, and a fight over who pays and who breathes.
On January 3, 2025, congestion pricing (no bill number cited) will begin in Manhattan after a federal judge allowed the toll to proceed. The policy charges most drivers $9 to enter south of 60th Street during peak hours. The matter, titled 'Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,' has drawn sharp lines. Council Member Robert F. Holden (District 30, Queens) opposes the toll, warning, 'I don't know how my district is going to be impacted.' He fears more cars parking in Queens and unclear pollution risks. Council Member Kristy Marmorato (Bronx) calls it a 'cash grab.' In contrast, State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez and Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas support the measure, citing cleaner air, safer streets, and transit upgrades. González-Rojas says, 'Congestion pricing isn't about penalizing anyone—it's about modernizing our transportation system and tackling climate change.' The judge ordered further study on environmental impacts, but the toll begins as scheduled.
-
Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,
amny.com,
Published 2025-01-03
2
Box Truck Hits Bicyclist on Bedford Ave▸Jan 2 - A box truck making a right turn struck a 27-year-old bicyclist going straight on Bedford Avenue. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered lower leg injuries, left in shock and pain. Driver distraction and bicyclist confusion contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling north on Bedford Avenue was making a right turn when it collided with a bicyclist also traveling north. The point of impact was the truck's right side doors and the bike's left side doors. The 27-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in complaint of pain and nausea and emotional shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The truck driver was licensed and operating a 2019 box truck registered in New Jersey. This collision highlights driver distraction and confusion among vulnerable road users as key elements in the crash.
1
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
-
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
- File A 1077, Open States, Published 2025-01-08
8S 131
Gonzalez co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
8Int 1160-2025
Gutiérrez co-sponsors bill to speed up pavement markings, boosting street safety.▸Jan 8 - Council orders DOT to repaint pavement lines within five days after resurfacing. Delays must be explained to the public. Clear markings mean fewer deadly crossings for walkers and riders.
Int 1160-2025, now enacted by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, forces the Department of Transportation to install pavement markings or temporary lines within five business days after any street resurfacing. The bill, sponsored by Farah N. Louis (primary) and co-sponsored by Brannan, Schulman, Banks, Farías, Carr, Ariola, and others, passed on March 15, 2025. The law demands annual reporting on compliance and reasons for any delay. The matter title reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to installing pavement markings.' Quick, visible lines cut confusion and protect people crossing or riding. The law took effect immediately.
-
File Int 1160-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-01-08
7
Pedestrian Injured Crossing with Signal on Bedford Ave▸Jan 7 - A 53-year-old woman was struck while crossing Bedford Avenue with the signal. The sedan driver was making a left turn and had tinted windows, impairing visibility. The pedestrian suffered a hip and upper leg contusion but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 53-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Bedford Avenue and South 5th Street in Brooklyn at 10:05 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2013 Infiniti sedan, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with the center front end. The report cites tinted windows on the vehicle as a contributing factor, which likely impaired the driver's visibility. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruise to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The sedan driver was licensed in New York and had no reported damage to the vehicle. The collision highlights driver error related to impaired visibility due to tinted windows during a turning maneuver.
3
Sedan Hits Woman Crossing Greenpoint Avenue▸Jan 3 - A sedan struck a 60-year-old woman crossing Greenpoint Avenue outside an intersection. She suffered arm injuries, shock, and minor bleeding. The driver was licensed and headed west. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Greenpoint Avenue struck a 60-year-old woman as she crossed outside an intersection at 10:32 p.m. The impact was at the center front of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her elbow and lower arm, minor bleeding, and shock. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead. The report notes the pedestrian was not at an intersection and lists 'Unspecified' contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. The crash highlights the danger pedestrians face when crossing outside marked crosswalks in Brooklyn.
3
Gonzalez Supports Fair Congestion Pricing for Transit District▸Jan 3 - Congestion pricing hits Manhattan at midnight. Cars pay to cross south of 60th. Lawmakers split. Some call it a burden. Others hail cleaner air, safer streets, and better transit. The toll stirs anger, hope, and a fight over who pays and who breathes.
On January 3, 2025, congestion pricing (no bill number cited) will begin in Manhattan after a federal judge allowed the toll to proceed. The policy charges most drivers $9 to enter south of 60th Street during peak hours. The matter, titled 'Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,' has drawn sharp lines. Council Member Robert F. Holden (District 30, Queens) opposes the toll, warning, 'I don't know how my district is going to be impacted.' He fears more cars parking in Queens and unclear pollution risks. Council Member Kristy Marmorato (Bronx) calls it a 'cash grab.' In contrast, State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez and Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas support the measure, citing cleaner air, safer streets, and transit upgrades. González-Rojas says, 'Congestion pricing isn't about penalizing anyone—it's about modernizing our transportation system and tackling climate change.' The judge ordered further study on environmental impacts, but the toll begins as scheduled.
-
Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,
amny.com,
Published 2025-01-03
2
Box Truck Hits Bicyclist on Bedford Ave▸Jan 2 - A box truck making a right turn struck a 27-year-old bicyclist going straight on Bedford Avenue. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered lower leg injuries, left in shock and pain. Driver distraction and bicyclist confusion contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling north on Bedford Avenue was making a right turn when it collided with a bicyclist also traveling north. The point of impact was the truck's right side doors and the bike's left side doors. The 27-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in complaint of pain and nausea and emotional shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The truck driver was licensed and operating a 2019 box truck registered in New Jersey. This collision highlights driver distraction and confusion among vulnerable road users as key elements in the crash.
1
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
-
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 131, Open States, Published 2025-01-08
8Int 1160-2025
Gutiérrez co-sponsors bill to speed up pavement markings, boosting street safety.▸Jan 8 - Council orders DOT to repaint pavement lines within five days after resurfacing. Delays must be explained to the public. Clear markings mean fewer deadly crossings for walkers and riders.
Int 1160-2025, now enacted by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, forces the Department of Transportation to install pavement markings or temporary lines within five business days after any street resurfacing. The bill, sponsored by Farah N. Louis (primary) and co-sponsored by Brannan, Schulman, Banks, Farías, Carr, Ariola, and others, passed on March 15, 2025. The law demands annual reporting on compliance and reasons for any delay. The matter title reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to installing pavement markings.' Quick, visible lines cut confusion and protect people crossing or riding. The law took effect immediately.
-
File Int 1160-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-01-08
7
Pedestrian Injured Crossing with Signal on Bedford Ave▸Jan 7 - A 53-year-old woman was struck while crossing Bedford Avenue with the signal. The sedan driver was making a left turn and had tinted windows, impairing visibility. The pedestrian suffered a hip and upper leg contusion but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 53-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Bedford Avenue and South 5th Street in Brooklyn at 10:05 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2013 Infiniti sedan, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with the center front end. The report cites tinted windows on the vehicle as a contributing factor, which likely impaired the driver's visibility. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruise to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The sedan driver was licensed in New York and had no reported damage to the vehicle. The collision highlights driver error related to impaired visibility due to tinted windows during a turning maneuver.
3
Sedan Hits Woman Crossing Greenpoint Avenue▸Jan 3 - A sedan struck a 60-year-old woman crossing Greenpoint Avenue outside an intersection. She suffered arm injuries, shock, and minor bleeding. The driver was licensed and headed west. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Greenpoint Avenue struck a 60-year-old woman as she crossed outside an intersection at 10:32 p.m. The impact was at the center front of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her elbow and lower arm, minor bleeding, and shock. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead. The report notes the pedestrian was not at an intersection and lists 'Unspecified' contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. The crash highlights the danger pedestrians face when crossing outside marked crosswalks in Brooklyn.
3
Gonzalez Supports Fair Congestion Pricing for Transit District▸Jan 3 - Congestion pricing hits Manhattan at midnight. Cars pay to cross south of 60th. Lawmakers split. Some call it a burden. Others hail cleaner air, safer streets, and better transit. The toll stirs anger, hope, and a fight over who pays and who breathes.
On January 3, 2025, congestion pricing (no bill number cited) will begin in Manhattan after a federal judge allowed the toll to proceed. The policy charges most drivers $9 to enter south of 60th Street during peak hours. The matter, titled 'Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,' has drawn sharp lines. Council Member Robert F. Holden (District 30, Queens) opposes the toll, warning, 'I don't know how my district is going to be impacted.' He fears more cars parking in Queens and unclear pollution risks. Council Member Kristy Marmorato (Bronx) calls it a 'cash grab.' In contrast, State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez and Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas support the measure, citing cleaner air, safer streets, and transit upgrades. González-Rojas says, 'Congestion pricing isn't about penalizing anyone—it's about modernizing our transportation system and tackling climate change.' The judge ordered further study on environmental impacts, but the toll begins as scheduled.
-
Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,
amny.com,
Published 2025-01-03
2
Box Truck Hits Bicyclist on Bedford Ave▸Jan 2 - A box truck making a right turn struck a 27-year-old bicyclist going straight on Bedford Avenue. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered lower leg injuries, left in shock and pain. Driver distraction and bicyclist confusion contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling north on Bedford Avenue was making a right turn when it collided with a bicyclist also traveling north. The point of impact was the truck's right side doors and the bike's left side doors. The 27-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in complaint of pain and nausea and emotional shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The truck driver was licensed and operating a 2019 box truck registered in New Jersey. This collision highlights driver distraction and confusion among vulnerable road users as key elements in the crash.
1
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
-
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Jan 8 - Council orders DOT to repaint pavement lines within five days after resurfacing. Delays must be explained to the public. Clear markings mean fewer deadly crossings for walkers and riders.
Int 1160-2025, now enacted by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, forces the Department of Transportation to install pavement markings or temporary lines within five business days after any street resurfacing. The bill, sponsored by Farah N. Louis (primary) and co-sponsored by Brannan, Schulman, Banks, Farías, Carr, Ariola, and others, passed on March 15, 2025. The law demands annual reporting on compliance and reasons for any delay. The matter title reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to installing pavement markings.' Quick, visible lines cut confusion and protect people crossing or riding. The law took effect immediately.
- File Int 1160-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-01-08
7
Pedestrian Injured Crossing with Signal on Bedford Ave▸Jan 7 - A 53-year-old woman was struck while crossing Bedford Avenue with the signal. The sedan driver was making a left turn and had tinted windows, impairing visibility. The pedestrian suffered a hip and upper leg contusion but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 53-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Bedford Avenue and South 5th Street in Brooklyn at 10:05 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2013 Infiniti sedan, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with the center front end. The report cites tinted windows on the vehicle as a contributing factor, which likely impaired the driver's visibility. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruise to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The sedan driver was licensed in New York and had no reported damage to the vehicle. The collision highlights driver error related to impaired visibility due to tinted windows during a turning maneuver.
3
Sedan Hits Woman Crossing Greenpoint Avenue▸Jan 3 - A sedan struck a 60-year-old woman crossing Greenpoint Avenue outside an intersection. She suffered arm injuries, shock, and minor bleeding. The driver was licensed and headed west. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Greenpoint Avenue struck a 60-year-old woman as she crossed outside an intersection at 10:32 p.m. The impact was at the center front of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her elbow and lower arm, minor bleeding, and shock. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead. The report notes the pedestrian was not at an intersection and lists 'Unspecified' contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. The crash highlights the danger pedestrians face when crossing outside marked crosswalks in Brooklyn.
3
Gonzalez Supports Fair Congestion Pricing for Transit District▸Jan 3 - Congestion pricing hits Manhattan at midnight. Cars pay to cross south of 60th. Lawmakers split. Some call it a burden. Others hail cleaner air, safer streets, and better transit. The toll stirs anger, hope, and a fight over who pays and who breathes.
On January 3, 2025, congestion pricing (no bill number cited) will begin in Manhattan after a federal judge allowed the toll to proceed. The policy charges most drivers $9 to enter south of 60th Street during peak hours. The matter, titled 'Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,' has drawn sharp lines. Council Member Robert F. Holden (District 30, Queens) opposes the toll, warning, 'I don't know how my district is going to be impacted.' He fears more cars parking in Queens and unclear pollution risks. Council Member Kristy Marmorato (Bronx) calls it a 'cash grab.' In contrast, State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez and Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas support the measure, citing cleaner air, safer streets, and transit upgrades. González-Rojas says, 'Congestion pricing isn't about penalizing anyone—it's about modernizing our transportation system and tackling climate change.' The judge ordered further study on environmental impacts, but the toll begins as scheduled.
-
Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,
amny.com,
Published 2025-01-03
2
Box Truck Hits Bicyclist on Bedford Ave▸Jan 2 - A box truck making a right turn struck a 27-year-old bicyclist going straight on Bedford Avenue. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered lower leg injuries, left in shock and pain. Driver distraction and bicyclist confusion contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling north on Bedford Avenue was making a right turn when it collided with a bicyclist also traveling north. The point of impact was the truck's right side doors and the bike's left side doors. The 27-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in complaint of pain and nausea and emotional shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The truck driver was licensed and operating a 2019 box truck registered in New Jersey. This collision highlights driver distraction and confusion among vulnerable road users as key elements in the crash.
1
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
-
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Jan 7 - A 53-year-old woman was struck while crossing Bedford Avenue with the signal. The sedan driver was making a left turn and had tinted windows, impairing visibility. The pedestrian suffered a hip and upper leg contusion but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 53-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Bedford Avenue and South 5th Street in Brooklyn at 10:05 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2013 Infiniti sedan, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with the center front end. The report cites tinted windows on the vehicle as a contributing factor, which likely impaired the driver's visibility. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruise to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The sedan driver was licensed in New York and had no reported damage to the vehicle. The collision highlights driver error related to impaired visibility due to tinted windows during a turning maneuver.
3
Sedan Hits Woman Crossing Greenpoint Avenue▸Jan 3 - A sedan struck a 60-year-old woman crossing Greenpoint Avenue outside an intersection. She suffered arm injuries, shock, and minor bleeding. The driver was licensed and headed west. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Greenpoint Avenue struck a 60-year-old woman as she crossed outside an intersection at 10:32 p.m. The impact was at the center front of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her elbow and lower arm, minor bleeding, and shock. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead. The report notes the pedestrian was not at an intersection and lists 'Unspecified' contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. The crash highlights the danger pedestrians face when crossing outside marked crosswalks in Brooklyn.
3
Gonzalez Supports Fair Congestion Pricing for Transit District▸Jan 3 - Congestion pricing hits Manhattan at midnight. Cars pay to cross south of 60th. Lawmakers split. Some call it a burden. Others hail cleaner air, safer streets, and better transit. The toll stirs anger, hope, and a fight over who pays and who breathes.
On January 3, 2025, congestion pricing (no bill number cited) will begin in Manhattan after a federal judge allowed the toll to proceed. The policy charges most drivers $9 to enter south of 60th Street during peak hours. The matter, titled 'Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,' has drawn sharp lines. Council Member Robert F. Holden (District 30, Queens) opposes the toll, warning, 'I don't know how my district is going to be impacted.' He fears more cars parking in Queens and unclear pollution risks. Council Member Kristy Marmorato (Bronx) calls it a 'cash grab.' In contrast, State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez and Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas support the measure, citing cleaner air, safer streets, and transit upgrades. González-Rojas says, 'Congestion pricing isn't about penalizing anyone—it's about modernizing our transportation system and tackling climate change.' The judge ordered further study on environmental impacts, but the toll begins as scheduled.
-
Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,
amny.com,
Published 2025-01-03
2
Box Truck Hits Bicyclist on Bedford Ave▸Jan 2 - A box truck making a right turn struck a 27-year-old bicyclist going straight on Bedford Avenue. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered lower leg injuries, left in shock and pain. Driver distraction and bicyclist confusion contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling north on Bedford Avenue was making a right turn when it collided with a bicyclist also traveling north. The point of impact was the truck's right side doors and the bike's left side doors. The 27-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in complaint of pain and nausea and emotional shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The truck driver was licensed and operating a 2019 box truck registered in New Jersey. This collision highlights driver distraction and confusion among vulnerable road users as key elements in the crash.
1
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
-
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Jan 3 - A sedan struck a 60-year-old woman crossing Greenpoint Avenue outside an intersection. She suffered arm injuries, shock, and minor bleeding. The driver was licensed and headed west. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Greenpoint Avenue struck a 60-year-old woman as she crossed outside an intersection at 10:32 p.m. The impact was at the center front of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her elbow and lower arm, minor bleeding, and shock. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead. The report notes the pedestrian was not at an intersection and lists 'Unspecified' contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. The crash highlights the danger pedestrians face when crossing outside marked crosswalks in Brooklyn.
3
Gonzalez Supports Fair Congestion Pricing for Transit District▸Jan 3 - Congestion pricing hits Manhattan at midnight. Cars pay to cross south of 60th. Lawmakers split. Some call it a burden. Others hail cleaner air, safer streets, and better transit. The toll stirs anger, hope, and a fight over who pays and who breathes.
On January 3, 2025, congestion pricing (no bill number cited) will begin in Manhattan after a federal judge allowed the toll to proceed. The policy charges most drivers $9 to enter south of 60th Street during peak hours. The matter, titled 'Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,' has drawn sharp lines. Council Member Robert F. Holden (District 30, Queens) opposes the toll, warning, 'I don't know how my district is going to be impacted.' He fears more cars parking in Queens and unclear pollution risks. Council Member Kristy Marmorato (Bronx) calls it a 'cash grab.' In contrast, State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez and Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas support the measure, citing cleaner air, safer streets, and transit upgrades. González-Rojas says, 'Congestion pricing isn't about penalizing anyone—it's about modernizing our transportation system and tackling climate change.' The judge ordered further study on environmental impacts, but the toll begins as scheduled.
-
Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,
amny.com,
Published 2025-01-03
2
Box Truck Hits Bicyclist on Bedford Ave▸Jan 2 - A box truck making a right turn struck a 27-year-old bicyclist going straight on Bedford Avenue. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered lower leg injuries, left in shock and pain. Driver distraction and bicyclist confusion contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling north on Bedford Avenue was making a right turn when it collided with a bicyclist also traveling north. The point of impact was the truck's right side doors and the bike's left side doors. The 27-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in complaint of pain and nausea and emotional shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The truck driver was licensed and operating a 2019 box truck registered in New Jersey. This collision highlights driver distraction and confusion among vulnerable road users as key elements in the crash.
1
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
-
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Jan 3 - Congestion pricing hits Manhattan at midnight. Cars pay to cross south of 60th. Lawmakers split. Some call it a burden. Others hail cleaner air, safer streets, and better transit. The toll stirs anger, hope, and a fight over who pays and who breathes.
On January 3, 2025, congestion pricing (no bill number cited) will begin in Manhattan after a federal judge allowed the toll to proceed. The policy charges most drivers $9 to enter south of 60th Street during peak hours. The matter, titled 'Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,' has drawn sharp lines. Council Member Robert F. Holden (District 30, Queens) opposes the toll, warning, 'I don't know how my district is going to be impacted.' He fears more cars parking in Queens and unclear pollution risks. Council Member Kristy Marmorato (Bronx) calls it a 'cash grab.' In contrast, State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez and Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas support the measure, citing cleaner air, safer streets, and transit upgrades. González-Rojas says, 'Congestion pricing isn't about penalizing anyone—it's about modernizing our transportation system and tackling climate change.' The judge ordered further study on environmental impacts, but the toll begins as scheduled.
- Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll, amny.com, Published 2025-01-03
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Box Truck Hits Bicyclist on Bedford Ave▸Jan 2 - A box truck making a right turn struck a 27-year-old bicyclist going straight on Bedford Avenue. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered lower leg injuries, left in shock and pain. Driver distraction and bicyclist confusion contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling north on Bedford Avenue was making a right turn when it collided with a bicyclist also traveling north. The point of impact was the truck's right side doors and the bike's left side doors. The 27-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in complaint of pain and nausea and emotional shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The truck driver was licensed and operating a 2019 box truck registered in New Jersey. This collision highlights driver distraction and confusion among vulnerable road users as key elements in the crash.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Jan 2 - A box truck making a right turn struck a 27-year-old bicyclist going straight on Bedford Avenue. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered lower leg injuries, left in shock and pain. Driver distraction and bicyclist confusion contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling north on Bedford Avenue was making a right turn when it collided with a bicyclist also traveling north. The point of impact was the truck's right side doors and the bike's left side doors. The 27-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in complaint of pain and nausea and emotional shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The truck driver was licensed and operating a 2019 box truck registered in New Jersey. This collision highlights driver distraction and confusion among vulnerable road users as key elements in the crash.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
- Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile, NY Daily News, Published 2025-01-01