Crash Count for Brooklyn CB1
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 9,808
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 4,584
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 1,065
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 73
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 24
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 15, 2025
Carnage in CB 301
Killed 23
+8
Crush Injuries 15
Lower leg/foot 6
+1
Head 3
Neck 2
Shoulder/upper arm 2
Chest 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Whole body 1
Amputation 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Severe Bleeding 28
Head 20
+15
Lower leg/foot 5
Lower arm/hand 2
Face 1
Severe Lacerations 23
Head 11
+6
Lower arm/hand 4
Lower leg/foot 4
Whole body 2
Chest 1
Face 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Concussion 29
Head 20
+15
Chest 2
Shoulder/upper arm 2
Lower arm/hand 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Neck 1
Whiplash 125
Neck 53
+48
Back 24
+19
Head 24
+19
Whole body 15
+10
Shoulder/upper arm 7
+2
Chest 2
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Contusion/Bruise 270
Lower leg/foot 80
+75
Lower arm/hand 51
+46
Head 37
+32
Shoulder/upper arm 25
+20
Hip/upper leg 23
+18
Face 16
+11
Back 15
+10
Whole body 14
+9
Neck 9
+4
Chest 6
+1
Abdomen/pelvis 4
Eye 1
Abrasion 176
Lower leg/foot 60
+55
Lower arm/hand 44
+39
Head 20
+15
Shoulder/upper arm 14
+9
Face 12
+7
Hip/upper leg 8
+3
Back 7
+2
Neck 5
Whole body 5
Abdomen/pelvis 3
Eye 1
Pain/Nausea 102
Neck 23
+18
Lower leg/foot 17
+12
Back 16
+11
Whole body 16
+11
Chest 12
+7
Shoulder/upper arm 9
+4
Head 8
+3
Lower arm/hand 7
+2
Abdomen/pelvis 3
Hip/upper leg 3
Face 2
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 15, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Brooklyn CB1?

Preventable Speeding in CB 301 School Zones

(since 2022)
Morgan Avenue: Blood on the Asphalt, Silence from City Hall

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

Brooklyn CB1: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 8, 2025

The Toll in Brooklyn CB1

Nine dead. Fifty-three seriously hurt. That’s the count in Brooklyn Community Board 1 since 2022. These are not just numbers—they are people. A man crossing Withers Street crushed by a dump truck. A 49-year-old struck by a bike on India Street, left bleeding in the road. A 72-year-old killed at Scholes and Union. The list goes on. The disaster moves slow, but it does not stop.

Just last week, a box truck driver killed a pedestrian on Morgan Avenue. There was no marked crosswalk. It was the third death on that stretch in three years. “I was sad and angry at the same time because I still feel that these are things that can be prevented. I was very frustrated that nothing has been done in more than three years since Daniel Vidal was killed,” said Juan Ignacio Serra. The city has not acted.

Streets Built for Trucks, Not People

Morgan Avenue is the only north-south route in North Brooklyn. Trucks rule the road. Cyclists and pedestrians dodge for their lives. “A lot of people work and go by bike because it’s the most efficient way of moving and unfortunately they have to deal with these dangerous conditions,” Serra said. The city has held meetings. Leaders have written letters. Still, the street stays the same. The danger stays.

What Leaders Have Done—and Not Done

Local officials—Council Member Jennifer Gutiérrez, State Senator Julia Salazar, Assembly Member Emily Gallagher—have backed calls for protected bike lanes and safer crossings on Morgan Avenue. They have voted for bills to curb repeat speeders and extend school speed zones. But the city has not broken ground. Advocacy alone does not pour concrete or paint lines.

The deaths keep coming. The silence from City Hall is louder than the trucks.

What You Can Do

Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a protected bike lane on Morgan Avenue. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand action before another name is added to the list.

Don’t wait for another family to grieve. The street will not fix itself.

Citations

Citations

Other Representatives

Emily Gallagher
Assembly Member Emily Gallagher
District 50
District Office:
685A Manhattan Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11222
Legislative Office:
Room 441, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Jennifer Gutiérrez
Council Member Jennifer Gutiérrez
District 34
District Office:
244 Union Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11211
718-963-3141
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1747, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7095
Julia Salazar
State Senator Julia Salazar
District 18
District Office:
212 Evergreen Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11221
Legislative Office:
Room 514, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
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
Boroughs
City Council Districts
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Brooklyn Community Board 1

12
Sedan Turns Left, E-Scooter Rider Thrown Headfirst

Jan 12 - A sedan turned left on Greenpoint Avenue. An e-scooter kept straight. Metal struck flesh. A young man flew, head first, no helmet. Blood pooled on cold pavement. He lay conscious, bleeding, alone in the street.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at the intersection of Greenpoint Avenue and Humboldt Street in Brooklyn. A sedan, registered in New Jersey, was making a left turn while an e-scooter, operated by a 22-year-old man, was traveling straight. The report states, 'A sedan turned left. An e-scooter went straight. Metal struck flesh.' The collision ejected the e-scooter rider headfirst onto the pavement, resulting in severe bleeding from a head injury. The victim was conscious but alone and bleeding in the cold. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for both parties, but the narrative and vehicle actions highlight the sedan's left turn across the path of the e-scooter. The report notes the e-scooter rider was not wearing a helmet, but this detail is listed after the description of the driver's maneuver. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4695261 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
11
Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Intersection Crash

Jan 11 - A 35-year-old man was struck at a Nassau Avenue intersection. The collision involved a pick-up truck and an SUV. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries, left bruised and in shock. Driver errors contributed to the violent impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:15 on Nassau Avenue in Brooklyn. A 35-year-old male pedestrian was crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal when he was struck by a pick-up truck traveling east and an SUV making a right turn northeast. The report cites driver errors including 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg, described as contusions and bruises, and was in shock at the scene. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the pick-up truck and the left front bumper of the SUV. The report explicitly notes driver failure to yield as the primary cause, with no indication that the pedestrian's actions contributed to the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4695799 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
11
SUV Right Turn Strikes Bicyclist on South 4 Street

Jan 11 - A 52-year-old male bicyclist suffered upper arm injuries and shock after a collision with an SUV making a right turn. The impact partially ejected the cyclist, who was wearing a helmet. Driver inattention was cited as a key factor in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:20 on South 4 Street involving a 2007 Nissan SUV and a bicyclist. The SUV driver was making a right turn when the collision occurred, impacting the bicyclist on the left front bumper and causing center front end damage to the SUV. The bicyclist, a 52-year-old male wearing a helmet, was partially ejected and sustained upper arm injuries, experiencing shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both the SUV driver and the bicyclist, highlighting driver error as central to the crash. The bicyclist was traveling westbound, while the SUV was heading eastbound. No other contributing victim behaviors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4694355 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
8
Distracted Driver Hits E-Scooter Rider

Jan 8 - A distracted driver made a left turn, striking a northbound e-scooter rider on Manhattan Avenue in Brooklyn. The 33-year-old rider suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The crash exposed dangers from driver inattention in busy city streets.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:25 on Manhattan Avenue near Meserole Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter rider, a 33-year-old male wearing a helmet, was traveling northbound going straight ahead when an unspecified vehicle made a left turn and struck him with its left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the crash. The rider sustained a head abrasion and was conscious after the impact. The collision caused damage to the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and other unspecified damage to the e-scooter. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing instead on the driver's failure to maintain attention while turning.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4694325 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
7
Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Cyclist on Bedford

Jan 7 - A sedan driver, distracted and inattentive, struck a 50-year-old cyclist on Bedford Avenue. The rider suffered leg injuries and shock. Brooklyn streets again proved deadly for those outside a car.

According to the police report, a sedan driver with a learner's permit struck a northbound bicyclist on Bedford Avenue near Metropolitan Avenue at 14:43. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary factor. The cyclist, a 50-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. The police also noted 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the danger distracted drivers pose to vulnerable road users.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4693302 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
7
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Nassau

Jan 7 - An 85-year-old man suffered facial injuries after an SUV disregarded traffic control and struck him in a marked crosswalk on Nassau Avenue. The driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred, causing minor bleeding and shock to the pedestrian.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Nassau Avenue in Brooklyn at 12:36 PM. The driver of a 2021 Buick SUV was making a left turn when the vehicle's left front bumper struck an 85-year-old male pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to yield or obey traffic controls. The pedestrian sustained facial injuries, described as minor bleeding and shock. The report does not attribute any contributing fault to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle westbound at the time of impact. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. This incident highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls at intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4693419 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
6
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

Jan 6 - A 43-year-old man suffered a head injury and concussion after a sedan struck him while crossing with the signal. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive during a left turn on McGuinness Boulevard in Brooklyn at night.

According to the police report, a 43-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on McGuinness Boulevard near Greenpoint Avenue in Brooklyn around 9 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2019 sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling west and making a left turn, struck him. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The driver’s failure to yield and distraction were key causes of the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4693749 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
6
Inexperienced Driver Slams Sedan, Injures Two

Jan 6 - A lane change on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway ended in pain. An inexperienced driver struck a sedan. Two passengers, a woman and a child, suffered head and body injuries. Speed and inexperience fueled the crash.

According to the police report, a crash occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at 9:37 AM. A 2011 Ford sedan, driven by a licensed male, changed lanes and struck a 2021 Honda sedan traveling straight. Driver inexperience was listed as a contributing factor. Two passengers in the Honda were injured: a 21-year-old woman in the front seat suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock, while a 7-year-old boy in the rear seat sustained head injuries and a contusion. Both passengers wore lap belts and were not ejected. The report cites driver inexperience and unsafe speed as the causes of the collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4693235 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
1
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Crashes in Brooklyn

Jan 1 - SUV slammed head-on after driver lost consciousness on Broadway. Woman, 38, suffered back injury. Police cite sudden loss of control as cause. No other errors listed.

According to the police report, a 38-year-old woman driving a 2021 SUV west on Broadway near Whipple Street in Brooklyn lost consciousness at 16:34. The vehicle struck an object head-on, damaging the center front end. The driver, who was not ejected and wore a lap belt, suffered a back injury and was semiconscious after the crash. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the primary contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions were cited. The driver held a valid New York license. This crash shows the danger when a driver becomes incapacitated behind the wheel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4692207 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
1
Inexperienced Bicyclist Ejected on Kent Avenue

Jan 1 - A 23-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on Kent Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash caused facial contusions and bruising. According to the police report, driver inexperience was a key factor in the collision that damaged the bike’s front end.

At 12:28 PM on Kent Avenue in Brooklyn, a 23-year-old male bicyclist was involved in a crash resulting in ejection and facial injuries. According to the police report, the bicyclist was the sole occupant and driver of the bike traveling north, going straight ahead when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the bike, which sustained damage. The report explicitly cites "Driver Inexperience" as a contributing factor to the crash. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, but the report does not list victim behavior as a contributing factor. The injuries included contusions and bruises to the face, with an injury severity rated at 3. This incident highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced operators on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4691752 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
29
E-Bike Rider Injured in Collision

Dec 29 - A 51-year-old man on an e-bike was injured when a sedan struck him. The driver was unlicensed and distracted. The impact caused significant injuries to the rider's hip and upper leg.

A collision occurred involving a sedan and an e-bike on Hooper Street. The 51-year-old male e-bike rider was injured, suffering a contusion and serious injuries to his hip and upper leg. According to the police report, the driver was unlicensed and distracted, contributing to the crash. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet at the time of the incident. The sedan was traveling west, starting from a parked position, when it struck the e-bike, which was also moving west.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4691204 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
29
Two Injured in BQE Crash

Dec 29 - A sedan collided with a tractor truck on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Two men, ages 29 and 44, suffered back injuries. Both were conscious but injured. The driver was following too closely.

A crash occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involving a sedan and a tractor truck. Two occupants of the sedan, a 44-year-old driver and a 29-year-old passenger, sustained back injuries and reported whiplash. According to the police report, both injuries were due to the driver’s failure to maintain a safe distance, listed as 'Following Too Closely.' The driver was licensed and conscious at the scene. No safety equipment was noted as contributing to the injuries.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4691613 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
29
Two SUVs Collide, Child Injured

Dec 29 - A seven-year-old passenger suffered a knee injury in a Brooklyn crash. Two SUVs collided on Metropolitan Avenue. The child was conscious but injured. Driver errors contributed to the incident.

On December 29, 2023, two SUVs collided on Metropolitan Avenue in Brooklyn. A seven-year-old male passenger was injured, suffering a contusion to the knee. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead when the impact occurred. The child was seated in the middle rear seat and was conscious after the crash. No safety equipment usage was specified. The incident highlights systemic issues in traffic control enforcement.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4691125 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
27
Bus Crash Injures Driver in Brooklyn

Dec 27 - A bus collided with a motorcycle in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old driver was ejected and suffered a serious hip injury. He was in shock at the scene.

A bus and a motorcycle collided on Bayard Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 22-year-old male, was ejected and sustained a hip injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The driver was not wearing a helmet, which is noted as a contributing factor. The bus was traveling north while the motorcycle was going straight ahead when the impact occurred on the left side doors of the motorcycle.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4690625 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
21
Pedestrian Injured Crossing at Brooklyn Intersection

Dec 21 - A 27-year-old woman was struck while crossing Metropolitan Avenue at Union Avenue. The driver made a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock at the scene.

According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Metropolitan Avenue and Union Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2024 Hyundai SUV was making a left turn and failed to yield the right-of-way, striking the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian's own confusion or error is also noted but no helmet or signaling issues were involved. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact to its center front end.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4689269 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
19
Driver Fatigue Leads to Brooklyn Sedan Collision

Dec 19 - A 63-year-old woman suffered a neck bruise when her sedan struck another near Scholes Street. Police cite driver fatigue. Impact was hard. She stayed conscious. No other injuries reported.

According to the police report, a crash occurred near Scholes Street in Brooklyn involving two sedans. The 63-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining a neck contusion but remained conscious and was not ejected. Police list 'Fell Asleep' as a contributing factor, pointing to driver fatigue as a cause. The impact involved the left front bumper of one sedan and the right front bumper of the other. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported. The driver was the only person hurt in the collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4688640 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
18
Unlicensed Moped Hits Brooklyn Pedestrian

Dec 18 - A 39-year-old man was struck on Berry Street by a moped traveling north. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The moped driver was unlicensed and driving at unsafe speed with aggressive behavior.

According to the police report, a moped traveling north on Berry Street in Brooklyn struck a 39-year-old pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The moped driver was unlicensed and driving with unsafe speed and aggressive driving or road rage. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped, which also sustained damage there. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The report lists the driver's unsafe speed and aggressive driving as contributing factors. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4690756 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
18
Dump Truck Passes Too Closely Hits Sedan

Dec 18 - A dump truck struck the left rear quarter panel of a sedan on Wythe Avenue in Brooklyn. Two young children in the sedan were injured and suffered shock. The truck driver passed too closely, causing the collision and damage.

According to the police report, a dump truck traveling west on Wythe Avenue collided with the left rear quarter panel of a sedan also traveling west. The collision injured two children, ages 7 and 5, who were passengers restrained in child seats in the sedan. Both children suffered shock and unknown bodily injuries. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as the contributing factor. The dump truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance while passing, leading to the impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4689945 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
17
Two Sedans Collide on Marcy Avenue

Dec 17 - Two sedans crashed on Marcy Avenue. One driver hit the other's right side doors. Both drivers suffered internal injuries to neck and head. Police cited traffic control disregard and failure to yield. Both drivers conscious, restrained by lap belts.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Marcy Avenue. The first vehicle, traveling east, struck the right side doors of the second vehicle, which was traveling south. Both drivers were injured: a 31-year-old man suffered neck injuries, and a 42-year-old woman sustained head injuries. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts. The report lists driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. Neither driver was ejected from their vehicle. The crash caused center front end damage to the first sedan and right side door damage to the second.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4691137 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
15
Sedan Hits E-Scooter Passenger on Flushing Avenue

Dec 15 - A sedan making a left turn struck an e-scooter traveling east on Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. The scooter’s rear passenger, a 45-year-old woman, suffered hip and upper leg injuries. The driver’s inattention caused the crash. No ejection occurred.

According to the police report, a 2015 Hyundai sedan was making a left turn on Flushing Avenue when it collided with an eastbound e-scooter. The scooter carried two occupants. The rear passenger, a 45-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and bruises to her hip and upper leg. She remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan’s left front bumper struck the center back end of the e-scooter. No other contributing factors or safety equipment issues were noted. The driver of the sedan was licensed and female; the scooter driver’s license status was not provided.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4689947 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19