Morgan Avenue: Blood on the Asphalt, Silence from City Hall

Sep 21 - A sedan struck a bicyclist traveling north on Graham Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist was ejected and suffered bruises and arm injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the collision’s right rear quarter impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:35 on Graham Avenue in Brooklyn. A 42-year-old female bicyclist was traveling north when a 2019 Chevrolet sedan, also heading north, struck her on the left side doors. The point of impact on the sedan was the right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Outside Car Distraction' as contributing factors, emphasizing the sedan driver's failure to maintain attention. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in Brooklyn’s streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4758615 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 19 - Two SUVs slammed together on Nassau Avenue. Impact tore metal. Driver and passenger in one SUV suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Streets stayed silent. No driver errors listed.

According to the police report, two SUVs collided at 12:37 a.m. on Nassau Avenue near Lorimer Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved a 2016 Toyota traveling south and a 2018 Ford heading east, both going straight. The Ford struck the Toyota’s right rear quarter panel with its left front bumper. The 49-year-old female driver and her 28-year-old front passenger in the Ford suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The force of the collision left both occupants in shock.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4756996 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 17 - A 22-year-old bicyclist suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm after a distracted driver rear-ended him on Wythe Avenue. The crash caused injury without vehicle damage. Driver inattention and following too closely were cited as contributing factors.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Wythe Avenue in Brooklyn at 1:20 p.m. A 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors to the collision. The bicyclist was riding northeast and making a right turn when the crash happened. The driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and focus led to the impact. No vehicle damage was reported, underscoring the vulnerability of the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but this was not listed as a contributing factor by the police.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4756959 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 16 - Two sedans collided eastbound on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. One driver, age 73, suffered whiplash. Police cite following too closely as the cause. Rear-end impact. Both drivers licensed. No ejection.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling eastbound on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway collided when one vehicle followed too closely and struck the rear of the other. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The 73-year-old male driver of the striking sedan was injured, suffering whiplash, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The struck sedan sustained damage to its center back end. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4756940 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 16 - A moped traveling south on McGuinness Boulevard struck a 28-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered head abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The crash involved failure to yield and driver distraction.

According to the police report, a moped traveling straight ahead on McGuinness Boulevard failed to yield right-of-way and struck a 28-year-old female pedestrian crossing at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained head abrasions and was conscious after the collision. The report cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The moped's center front end was the point of impact, indicating the pedestrian was hit directly in front of the vehicle. No other vehicles or occupants were involved. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal was noted but not cited as a contributing factor to the crash. This incident underscores the dangers posed by driver errors such as failure to yield and distraction in Brooklyn traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4757697 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 14 - A sedan traveling north on Bushwick Avenue struck the rear of a box truck. The sedan driver, a 33-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention as the cause. The truck showed no damage.

According to the police report, at 5:27 AM on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn, a 33-year-old female sedan driver, licensed in New Jersey, collided with the rear of a northbound box truck. The sedan's left rear bumper was damaged, while the truck showed no damage. The driver was conscious but sustained a head injury and whiplash, wearing a lap belt at the time. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the sedan driver. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before the crash. There is no indication of victim fault or other contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4758052 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 11 - A 34-year-old bicyclist suffered full-body injuries and partial ejection after a right-turning SUV struck him on South 5 Street. The driver’s inattention and distraction contributed to the crash, leaving the cyclist semiconscious with minor bleeding.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:45 PM on South 5 Street near Driggs Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2018 Ford SUV was making a right turn traveling east when it struck a bicyclist also traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper. The bicyclist, a 34-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his entire body, resulting in semiconsciousness and minor bleeding. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' factors as contributing causes. The SUV driver was licensed in New York and traveling legally, but failed to maintain attention during the maneuver. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving during turning movements in Brooklyn’s streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4758474 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 10 - A box truck turning right collided with a northbound bicyclist on Knickerbocker Avenue in Brooklyn. The 23-year-old cyclist was ejected and suffered a severe shoulder injury. Police cited the truck driver’s failure to yield and improper turning as causes.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:55 on Knickerbocker Avenue in Brooklyn. A box truck traveling northeast was making a right turn when it struck a 23-year-old male bicyclist going straight north. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a fractured, dislocated upper arm injury. The report explicitly lists the truck driver’s errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' The truck impacted the left side doors of the bike, while the truck itself showed no damage. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The report places responsibility on the vehicle driver’s failure to yield and improper turning, with no contributing factors attributed to the bicyclist.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4755782 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 8 - A parked sedan collided with a bicyclist and passenger on Grand Street in Brooklyn. Both riders were ejected and suffered contusions to their arms. The crash involved improper lane usage by the vehicle, causing serious injuries and shock.

According to the police report, a 2024 Alfa sedan was parked on Grand Street near Union Avenue in Brooklyn when it struck two bicyclists traveling east. The bicyclist driver and passenger, both 36-year-old females, were ejected from the bike and sustained contusions and bruises to their elbows, lower arms, and hands. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor by the vehicle, indicating driver error in lane handling. The sedan's right front quarter panel was the point of impact, but the vehicle sustained no damage. Both bicyclists suffered injury severity level 3, with one in shock and the other conscious. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclists. This collision highlights the dangers posed by improper vehicle lane use around vulnerable cyclists.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4754720 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 8 - A northbound SUV struck a bicyclist traveling straight on Lorimer Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered back contusions. Police cited the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause of the collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:40 on Lorimer Street near Nassau Avenue in Brooklyn. A 39-year-old female bicyclist was traveling northbound when she was struck by a northbound 2024 Chevrolet SUV. The SUV was parked prior to the crash and impacted the bicyclist on its right side doors, causing the cyclist to be partially ejected and sustain back contusions classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly identifies the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was conscious after the collision. No other contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the police data. The incident highlights driver error and systemic danger posed by failure to yield in vehicle-bicycle interactions.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4754428 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 7 - Three SUVs crashed head-on on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. A woman in the back seat took the hit. Chest trauma. Concussion. The crash came fast, hard, and left her hurt.

According to the police report, three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at 22:28. All were traveling west. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for each vehicle, pointing to driver-related errors. A 52-year-old woman riding in the left rear seat of one SUV was injured. She suffered chest trauma and a concussion. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt. All drivers were licensed men from New York. The report does not mention any victim actions as contributing factors. The crash highlights systemic danger and driver error on city highways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4753815 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 6 - A moped struck a bicyclist from behind on Greenpoint Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a neck fracture and dislocation. Police cited the moped driver for following too closely. Both vehicles were traveling eastbound at the time of impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:00 AM on Greenpoint Avenue in Brooklyn. A moped traveling eastbound rear-ended a bicyclist also moving eastbound. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the bike and the right front quarter panel of the moped. The bicyclist, a 38-year-old male, sustained a neck fracture and dislocation and was conscious after the collision. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor attributed to the moped driver. There is no indication of any fault or contributing behavior from the bicyclist. The moped driver’s failure to maintain a safe distance directly led to the collision and the bicyclist’s serious injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4753946 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 6 - A box truck making a left turn struck a westbound motorcycle on Metropolitan Avenue in Brooklyn. The unlicensed motorcyclist was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed as key factors in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:45 on Metropolitan Avenue near Stewart Avenue in Brooklyn. A box truck traveling north was making a left turn when it collided with a motorcycle going straight west. The motorcycle driver, a 25-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his lower leg and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the motorcyclist, who was unlicensed but wearing a helmet. The truck driver was licensed and driving northbound. The point of impact was the truck's left front bumper and the motorcycle was demolished, indicating a severe collision. Vehicle damage to the truck was centered on the front end. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and unsafe speed in multi-vehicle collisions involving vulnerable motorcyclists.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4756463 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 5 - SUV and motorcycle slammed head-on on Hope Street. Rider thrown from bike, left unconscious with shattered leg. Police cite driver inattention. Both vehicles crushed at the front.

According to the police report, a motorcycle and an SUV collided head-on at 17:50 on Hope Street in Brooklyn. The motorcyclist, a 30-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, losing consciousness at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight and struck each other at their center front ends. The SUV driver was licensed and headed west; the motorcyclist was going north. The report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors, focusing on driver error as the cause.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4755208 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 5 - A sedan struck a 3-door vehicle from behind on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The 25-year-old sedan driver suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles traveled eastbound at impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at 1:30 p.m. A Ford sedan traveling eastbound rear-ended a 3-door vehicle also moving eastbound. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the 3-door. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the sedan operator. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old male occupant, was injured with a fractured and dislocated shoulder but was not ejected and remained conscious. He was wearing a lap belt. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim or other behaviors. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles' impact points.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4760325 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 4 - A 41-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered severe leg fractures when an SUV struck him head-on. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted, causing a violent impact at the intersection on North 7 Street.

According to the police report, at 18:29 on North 7 Street, a 41-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The collision involved a 2010 Acura SUV traveling east, which struck the pedestrian at the center front end. The report cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and was located at the intersection. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead prior to impact. Vehicle damage was concentrated at the center front end, confirming the direct collision with the pedestrian.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4753943 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 4 - A Jeep SUV struck a motorscooter head-on on Union Avenue in Brooklyn. The 19-year-old unlicensed, helmetless rider suffered a crushed skull. The driver’s failure to obey traffic control caused a violent, fatal collision that left blood on the street.

According to the police report, at 12:10 a.m., a Jeep SUV traveling west on Union Avenue near Lorimer Street in Brooklyn collided head-on with a northbound motorscooter. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor, indicating the Jeep driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The Jeep’s left front bumper struck the scooter’s center front end. The 19-year-old male scooter rider was unlicensed and helmetless, suffering severe head injuries described as a crushed skull. The police report places these victim details after noting the driver’s failure to follow traffic control devices. The crash left blood on the street and silence in its wake, underscoring the deadly consequences of driver disregard for traffic rules.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4752925 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 3 - G train rolls again. After months of silence, trains run from Queens to Brooklyn. Riders endured shuttle buses, slow streets, no dedicated lanes. Council Member Restler praises upgrades, slams city for missing bus lanes. Modern signals promise speed, but funding future hangs in balance.

On September 3, 2024, the G train returned to full service after a summer shutdown for signal modernization. The $368 million project, led by the MTA, replaced century-old signals with Communication-Based Train Control (CBTC), aiming for faster, more reliable service. Council Member Lincoln Restler (District 33) praised the MTA’s handling and shuttle bus communication but criticized the city for not creating dedicated bus lanes during the closure, saying, 'They expressed dismay, however, that the city had not constructed a dedicated lane so shuttle buses could move faster.' Restler called for renewed investment in the MTA, including the resumption of congestion pricing, to fund future upgrades. The project continues through 2027, but no more full shutdowns are planned. The lack of bus lanes during the outage left vulnerable riders exposed to slow, crowded streets.

• Back on track: G train returns to full service following summer shutdown, amny.com, Published 2024-09-03

Sep 2 - A 37-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation in a collision with an e-scooter in Brooklyn. The bike sustained front-end damage; the e-scooter showed no damage. The crash occurred near Eagle Street at 11:30.

According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:30 near 89 Eagle Street in Brooklyn involving a bicyclist and an e-scooter. The bicyclist, a 37-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated upper arm injury. The bike showed center front-end damage, while the e-scooter had no damage. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors or victim behaviors as causes. The e-scooter was unoccupied at the time, and both vehicles were traveling in unknown directions. The incident highlights the dangers of collisions between vulnerable road users on shared streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4756309 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 1 - A 46-year-old man pedaled north on Union Avenue. An unlicensed SUV driver struck him head-on. His helmet split. Blood spread across the pavement. He was thrown from his bike. He never moved again.

According to the police report, a 46-year-old man was riding his bicycle north on Union Avenue near Lynch Street in Brooklyn when an unlicensed driver operating a 2024 Volkswagen SUV struck him head-on. The report states the crash occurred at 11:26 a.m. The cyclist, who was wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and suffered fatal head injuries. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor. The SUV driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. The narrative describes the immediate aftermath: 'His helmet split. Blood spread across the pavement. He was thrown from the bike. He never moved again.' The report does not cite any cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the unlicensed driver’s actions and improper lane usage.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4752328 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19