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 15
▸ Crush Injuries 15
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 16
▸ Severe Lacerations 17
▸ Concussion 31
▸ Whiplash 162
▸ Contusion/Bruise 274
▸ Abrasion 150
▸ Pain/Nausea 55
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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Flatbush and Fulton don’t forgive
Brooklyn CB2: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 26, 2025
A woman died at Flatbush and State. An SUV sat stopped in traffic. A sedan drove straight. The right‑rear passenger was crushed. She did not make it. That was 11:04 p.m. on February 28. The city logged it as CrashID 4795527.
Two more riders died on the BQE. One at 9:58 p.m. on May 10. A motorcycle hit the back of a slowing sedan. The rider died at the scene. The state called it CrashID 4812048. Another at 1:57 a.m. on July 3. A 55‑year‑old was ejected. Helmet on. Gone. That’s CrashID 4825127.
A 55‑year‑old woman tried to cross Fulton at Washington. She was not at an intersection. An SUV going west hit her. She died on May 17. The record is CrashID 4813415.
In this board, since 2022, 13 people have died and 2,721 were hurt. Pedestrians took 490 injuries, with 17 listed as serious. Cyclists suffered 494 injuries, 16 serious. The counts sit in the city’s files for this area, dated through August 26, 2025. See the rollup in the same NYC Open Data.
BQE. Fulton. Flatbush. The names repeat in police logs. The pain repeats in families.
Where the street bites
The BQE is the worst line on the map here: 309 injuries and three deaths since 2022. That is the top hotspot, stamped in the data as BROOKLYN QUEENS EXPRESSWAY. Tillary Street follows with 58 injuries and four serious injuries. Fulton Street shows 109 injuries.
The clock doesn’t help. Injuries stack up in the afternoon. From 1 p.m. through 5 p.m., the files show nine deaths and hundreds hurt, with a spike at 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. The hourly curve is in the board’s distribution.
Who gets hit
People outside cars carry the damage. Pedestrians: 490 injuries, 17 serious, two deaths. Cyclists: 494 injuries, 16 serious. Motorized micromobility adds another 123 injuries and three serious injuries. Cars and SUVs still drive most of the harm to walkers: sedans account for 170 pedestrian injuries; SUVs for 133. The board’s mode and vehicle tallies live in the dataset.
Causes come cold on the page. “Other” factors sit atop with 767 injuries and 17 serious injuries. “Vulnerable road user error” is tagged in two deaths and 11 serious injuries. Distraction is there too. So are red lights blown and bad passes. The city labels and counts are in the contributing factors.
Promises on paper
At Flatbush and State, the passenger died while the SUV was “stopped in traffic,” the file says. The board’s council member, Lincoln Restler, has pressed bills to keep space clear and kids safer near schools. A resolution he sponsors would let a state bill ticket owners when cameras catch parking rule violations. It aims to stop the crosswalk and bike‑lane blockers that force people into traffic. The text sits in Res 1024‑2025. The measure “calls on the New York State Legislature to pass, and the Governor to sign, A.5440.” That is the council’s record.
He also co‑sponsors a bill to force DOT to install school‑zone safety devices within 60 days of a study. The title is Int 1353‑2025. Another bill he leads would revoke placards for obscured plates. The listings are on the same Council site.
What Albany moved
Speed cameras will stay on through 2030. The governor signed the reauthorization on June 30. “Speed cameras save lives and keep New Yorkers safe,” she said. That’s in the Streetsblog report. AMNY covered the same extension and noted the sponsors. Read it here: renewed through 2030.
In the Senate, lawmakers advanced a bill to clamp repeat speeders with intelligent speed assistance. Senator Jabari Brisport voted yes in committee. So did Senator Andrew Gounardes. The bill is S 4045. The committee records are linked on that page.
What must change on these blocks
- Daylight the corners on Fulton, Tillary, and Flatbush. Clear the sightlines that hide people in the crosswalk.
- Harden the turns where drivers cut close. Protect walkers and cyclists at the apexes.
- Target repeat hotspots on the BQE feeders with automated and manual enforcement during the peak injury hours listed above.
These are small fixes. They keep bones intact.
The cost of delay
Police and press keep writing the same lines in other parts of the city. “A driver struck and killed a 47‑year‑old pedestrian… then left the scene,” police said in Bushwick this month. That man was found dead in the road. The driver was gone. Read the Daily News and Gothamist coverage.
The pattern is not special. It is routine. It is ours.
Slow it down, citywide
Albany renewed cameras. The Council is pushing to clear lanes and speed up school‑zone fixes. The state bill to force speed limiters on repeat offenders is moving. These steps cut risk for people on foot and on bikes. Pair them with a lower default speed limit and targeted fixes at BQE ramps, Fulton, Tillary, and Flatbush. Fewer sirens. Fewer vigils.
One call helps. Start here: Take action.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes (includes CrashIDs cited) - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-26
- NYC Council Legistar entries (Res 1024‑2025; Int 1353‑2025), NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
- Hochul Signs Speed Camera Reauthorization, Enforcement Continues Through 2030, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-30
- Staying on: New Yorkers react to Hochul’s renewed speed camera program in NYC, AMNY, Published 2025-06-30
- S 4045 – Intelligent speed assistance for repeat violators, Open States/NYS Senate, Published 2025-06-12
- Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-03
- Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-04
Other Representatives
District 57
55 Hanson Place, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Room 731, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 35
55 Hanson Place, Suite 778, Brooklyn, NY 11217
718-260-9191
250 Broadway, Suite 1762, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7081
District 25
906 Broadway 2nd Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Room 805, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Brooklyn CB2 Brooklyn Community Board 2 sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 88, District 35, AD 57, SD 25.
It contains Brooklyn Heights, Downtown Brooklyn-Dumbo-Boerum Hill, Fort Greene, Clinton Hill, Brooklyn Navy Yard.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Brooklyn Community Board 2
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Alcohol-Fueled Sedan Hits E-Bike on Fulton▸Dec 9 - A sedan struck an e-bike on Fulton Street. Alcohol played a role. The cyclist and driver both suffered bruises. The crash left the cyclist hurt in the arm, the driver in the face. Both remained conscious. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan and an e-bike collided on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. The 36-year-old e-bike rider suffered arm contusions. The 23-year-old sedan driver sustained facial bruises. Both were conscious after the crash. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was unlicensed at the time. Impact occurred at the sedan's left front bumper and the e-bike's center back end. No ejections were reported. The cyclist wore a helmet. No other driver errors were specified in the report.
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Bicyclist Injured Following Too Closely Crash▸Dec 9 - A 39-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and injured on Washington Park in Brooklyn. The crash involved a bike and a Honda SUV. The cyclist suffered bruises and arm injuries. The driver error was following too closely. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The crash occurred on Washington Park near Willoughby Avenue in Brooklyn. The collision involved the bicyclist traveling south on his bike and a Honda SUV, both going straight ahead. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor to the crash. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet but was still injured. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist remained conscious after the crash. The report does not specify any other contributing factors or blame the victim.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian on Flatbush Avenue Extension▸Dec 8 - A Toyota SUV hit a 32-year-old man late at night on Flatbush Avenue Extension. His face split open. Blood ran. He stayed awake. The SUV’s bumper showed no damage. The street was silent. The man was left bleeding, conscious, and hurt.
A Toyota SUV struck a 32-year-old man crossing Flatbush Avenue Extension near Willoughby Street at 11:55 p.m. in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered severe facial injuries and heavy bleeding but remained conscious at the scene. The SUV’s left front bumper made contact, yet the vehicle showed no damage. The police report lists the pedestrian’s action as 'Crossing Against Signal' and notes 'Unspecified' as contributing factors. No driver errors are recorded in the data. The crash left a man hurt and bleeding on the street, while the SUV continued on, undamaged.
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Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸Dec 4 - A tractor truck slammed into the back of an SUV on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Three SUV occupants suffered neck and arm bruises. The crash left all conscious but injured. The truck followed too closely, striking the SUV’s rear center.
According to the police report, a 2018 tractor truck traveling east on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway collided with the rear center of a 2013 SUV going in the same direction. The SUV carried three occupants: a 39-year-old female driver, a 45-year-old male front passenger, and a 57-year-old male rear passenger. All three sustained contusions and bruises to the neck or arm but were conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor for the crash. The truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance, causing the rear-end collision. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
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Failure to Yield Injures Moped Driver on Pacific Street▸Dec 1 - A moped slammed head-on in Brooklyn. The unlicensed driver took the hit. Knees and legs bruised. Police blamed failure to yield. No safety gear. Metal twisted at the front.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old male moped driver was injured in a collision on Pacific Street near Hoyt Street in Brooklyn. The moped, traveling south, struck another vehicle at the center front end. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The driver was unlicensed and suffered contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. No safety equipment was used. The crash left damage at the front of both vehicles.
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Sedan Hits Moped on Myrtle Avenue▸Nov 30 - A sedan turning left struck a moped going straight on Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver, a 41-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The sedan’s right rear bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan was making a left turn on Myrtle Avenue when it collided with a 2023 moped traveling straight east. The moped driver, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The sedan was damaged on its right rear bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors but notes the sedan was turning left and the moped was going straight ahead. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly stated. The moped driver was conscious and injured. The collision highlights the danger of left-turn maneuvers intersecting with straight-moving mopeds.
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E-Bike Struck by SUV Making Left Turn▸Nov 30 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured at Bridge Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The cyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries. Impact was at the SUV’s left front bumper and bike’s front end.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male bicyclist riding north on Bridge Street was struck by a westbound SUV making a left turn. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The SUV’s left front bumper collided with the center front end of the e-bike. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to yield and pay attention to vulnerable road users.
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SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Fulton Street▸Nov 29 - SUV hit a woman on a bike in Brooklyn. She was thrown, bones broken, joints twisted. Both moved west. No damage to the SUV. Streets stayed hard and silent.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old woman riding a bike was partially ejected after a collision with a 2023 Buick SUV on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. The crash left her with fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Both the SUV and the bike were traveling west when their front bumpers collided. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not identify any explicit driver errors. The bicyclist was not using safety equipment. The SUV driver held a New Jersey license. No vehicle damage was reported.
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Taxi Turns Right, Hits E-Bike and Pedestrian▸Nov 29 - A taxi turning right struck an e-bike and a pedestrian on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Both male victims suffered abrasions; the cyclist was ejected and hit his head. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Flatbush Avenue was making a right turn when it collided with an e-bike going straight north and a pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian, a male, sustained abrasions to his face and was conscious after the crash. The e-bike rider, also male and wearing a helmet, was ejected and suffered head abrasions. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond the taxi's turning maneuver. No blame is assigned to the pedestrian or cyclist.
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SUV Left Turn Collides With Sedan on York Street▸Nov 20 - A Ford SUV making a left turn struck a Hyundai sedan going straight on York Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered a neck contusion. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, a 2013 Ford SUV was making a left turn on York Street when it collided with a 2009 Hyundai sedan traveling straight east. The sedan's 32-year-old male driver sustained a neck contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The sedan driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage, with the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper impacted. The crash occurred in Brooklyn's 33rd council district.
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SUV Turning Left Hits Parked Sedan▸Nov 19 - A 24-year-old male driver in an SUV turned left on Myrtle Avenue and struck a parked sedan. The impact damaged the SUV’s left front bumper and the sedan’s front end. The driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Myrtle Avenue when a 24-year-old male driver operating a 2023 Nissan SUV was making a left turn and collided with a parked 2021 Audi sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The driver was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash.
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Sedan and Tractor Truck Collide on BQE▸Nov 17 - A sedan and tractor truck crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The sedan driver, a 57-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The impact hit the sedan’s left rear bumper and the truck’s left front bumper. Driver error caused the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involving a 2017 sedan and a 2005 tractor truck diesel, both traveling west. The sedan driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved impact to the left rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the truck. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the primary contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before the crash. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
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19-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal▸Nov 16 - A 19-year-old man was struck on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. He crossed against the signal and suffered abrasions over his entire body. The sedan hit him head-on while traveling west. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Fulton Street at an intersection in Brooklyn. The pedestrian crossed against the signal and was struck by a westbound sedan. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at its center front end. The pedestrian sustained abrasions over his entire body and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing driver errors or vehicle damage. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted, but no driver violations were recorded. The sedan was traveling straight ahead with one occupant. No helmet or signaling factors were involved.
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Restler Supports Safety Boosting Bridge Vending Ban with Designated Spaces▸Nov 16 - Council weighed a citywide bridge vending ban. Residents and tour guides demanded swift removal. Vendors pleaded for compromise. Council Member Restler pushed for designated spaces, not a blanket ban. DOT has no timeline. The fight pits safety and space against livelihoods.
On November 16, 2023, the City Council held a hearing on a proposed ban on street vending across all 789 city bridges. The Department of Transportation (DOT) seeks to prohibit vendors from pedestrian paths, bike lanes, and bridge approaches. The matter, described as a 'span ban,' drew strong public support for restrictions. Council Member Lincoln Restler, representing Brooklyn, stated, 'I am a strong supporter of vending, but it should go in designated spaces... the Brooklyn Bridge is not the place for it.' He thanked DOT for acting to eliminate vending on the bridge, but called for more vendor licenses elsewhere. Vendors and advocates argued the ban is too harsh, urging specific rules instead of a blanket prohibition. DOT will review public comments before finalizing the rule. No timeline has been set.
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Bridge Vending Ban Gains Public Support As Vendors Beg For Compromise,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-16
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Dump Truck Hits E-Bike Passenger on Tillary▸Nov 15 - A dump truck struck an e-bike passenger on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. The 54-year-old woman was ejected and suffered a serious head injury. The driver was distracted. The passenger was confused at the scene. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a dump truck traveling west on Tillary Street collided with an e-bike making a left turn northbound. The impact struck the right front quarter panel of the e-bike and the center front end of the truck. The passenger, a 54-year-old woman on the e-bike, was ejected and sustained a severe head injury, rendering her unconscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with pedestrian/bicyclist confusion. The dump truck driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The injured passenger was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers when driver distraction and rider confusion combine on busy Brooklyn streets.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown on Navy Street▸Nov 14 - An SUV turned left on Navy Street. An e-bike rider went straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew. His head hit pavement. Blood pooled. The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.
A 57-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by an SUV making a left turn at Navy Street and Hudson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right and was inattentive or distracted. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. The report states, 'The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.' The crash left the cyclist in shock. The listed driver errors—Failure to Keep Right and Driver Inattention/Distraction—contributed to the impact. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned as a factor in the report.
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Scooter and E-Bike Collide on Ashland Place▸Nov 11 - Two men collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, 33, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles showed no damage. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a scooter traveling south and an e-bike traveling north collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, a 33-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious after the crash and wearing a helmet. Both vehicles had no visible damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The e-bike driver’s license status is unknown. The crash involved two vulnerable road users on electric vehicles traveling straight ahead from opposite directions.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits 11-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Nov 9 - An unlicensed driver in a sedan struck an 11-year-old boy crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver was starting from parking and hit the pedestrian with the left front bumper.
According to the police report, an unlicensed male driver operating a 2023 Lexus sedan was starting from parking when he struck an 11-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn near Front Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver or pedestrian, but notes the driver was unlicensed. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. There was no vehicle damage reported. The crash highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the vulnerability of children crossing streets outside designated crosswalks.
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Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Left-Turn Crash▸Nov 9 - A 29-year-old woman was struck while crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Tillary Street and Jay Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when an Audi SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Left Brooklyn▸Nov 8 - A motorcycle struck a sedan making a left turn on Livingston Street. The motorcyclist, a 20-year-old man, suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The crash involved improper lane usage and failure to keep right. Both drivers were licensed men.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male motorcyclist traveling west on Livingston Street collided with a sedan making a left turn southwest. The motorcyclist sustained contusions and an injury to his elbow, remaining conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Keep Right." The sedan driver was also licensed and male. The motorcycle's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper were damaged. No helmet or other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The crash highlights dangerous lane use and turning maneuvers on a Brooklyn street.
Dec 9 - A sedan struck an e-bike on Fulton Street. Alcohol played a role. The cyclist and driver both suffered bruises. The crash left the cyclist hurt in the arm, the driver in the face. Both remained conscious. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan and an e-bike collided on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. The 36-year-old e-bike rider suffered arm contusions. The 23-year-old sedan driver sustained facial bruises. Both were conscious after the crash. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was unlicensed at the time. Impact occurred at the sedan's left front bumper and the e-bike's center back end. No ejections were reported. The cyclist wore a helmet. No other driver errors were specified in the report.
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Bicyclist Injured Following Too Closely Crash▸Dec 9 - A 39-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and injured on Washington Park in Brooklyn. The crash involved a bike and a Honda SUV. The cyclist suffered bruises and arm injuries. The driver error was following too closely. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The crash occurred on Washington Park near Willoughby Avenue in Brooklyn. The collision involved the bicyclist traveling south on his bike and a Honda SUV, both going straight ahead. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor to the crash. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet but was still injured. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist remained conscious after the crash. The report does not specify any other contributing factors or blame the victim.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian on Flatbush Avenue Extension▸Dec 8 - A Toyota SUV hit a 32-year-old man late at night on Flatbush Avenue Extension. His face split open. Blood ran. He stayed awake. The SUV’s bumper showed no damage. The street was silent. The man was left bleeding, conscious, and hurt.
A Toyota SUV struck a 32-year-old man crossing Flatbush Avenue Extension near Willoughby Street at 11:55 p.m. in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered severe facial injuries and heavy bleeding but remained conscious at the scene. The SUV’s left front bumper made contact, yet the vehicle showed no damage. The police report lists the pedestrian’s action as 'Crossing Against Signal' and notes 'Unspecified' as contributing factors. No driver errors are recorded in the data. The crash left a man hurt and bleeding on the street, while the SUV continued on, undamaged.
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Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸Dec 4 - A tractor truck slammed into the back of an SUV on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Three SUV occupants suffered neck and arm bruises. The crash left all conscious but injured. The truck followed too closely, striking the SUV’s rear center.
According to the police report, a 2018 tractor truck traveling east on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway collided with the rear center of a 2013 SUV going in the same direction. The SUV carried three occupants: a 39-year-old female driver, a 45-year-old male front passenger, and a 57-year-old male rear passenger. All three sustained contusions and bruises to the neck or arm but were conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor for the crash. The truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance, causing the rear-end collision. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
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Failure to Yield Injures Moped Driver on Pacific Street▸Dec 1 - A moped slammed head-on in Brooklyn. The unlicensed driver took the hit. Knees and legs bruised. Police blamed failure to yield. No safety gear. Metal twisted at the front.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old male moped driver was injured in a collision on Pacific Street near Hoyt Street in Brooklyn. The moped, traveling south, struck another vehicle at the center front end. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The driver was unlicensed and suffered contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. No safety equipment was used. The crash left damage at the front of both vehicles.
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Sedan Hits Moped on Myrtle Avenue▸Nov 30 - A sedan turning left struck a moped going straight on Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver, a 41-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The sedan’s right rear bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan was making a left turn on Myrtle Avenue when it collided with a 2023 moped traveling straight east. The moped driver, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The sedan was damaged on its right rear bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors but notes the sedan was turning left and the moped was going straight ahead. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly stated. The moped driver was conscious and injured. The collision highlights the danger of left-turn maneuvers intersecting with straight-moving mopeds.
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E-Bike Struck by SUV Making Left Turn▸Nov 30 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured at Bridge Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The cyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries. Impact was at the SUV’s left front bumper and bike’s front end.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male bicyclist riding north on Bridge Street was struck by a westbound SUV making a left turn. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The SUV’s left front bumper collided with the center front end of the e-bike. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to yield and pay attention to vulnerable road users.
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SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Fulton Street▸Nov 29 - SUV hit a woman on a bike in Brooklyn. She was thrown, bones broken, joints twisted. Both moved west. No damage to the SUV. Streets stayed hard and silent.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old woman riding a bike was partially ejected after a collision with a 2023 Buick SUV on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. The crash left her with fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Both the SUV and the bike were traveling west when their front bumpers collided. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not identify any explicit driver errors. The bicyclist was not using safety equipment. The SUV driver held a New Jersey license. No vehicle damage was reported.
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Taxi Turns Right, Hits E-Bike and Pedestrian▸Nov 29 - A taxi turning right struck an e-bike and a pedestrian on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Both male victims suffered abrasions; the cyclist was ejected and hit his head. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Flatbush Avenue was making a right turn when it collided with an e-bike going straight north and a pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian, a male, sustained abrasions to his face and was conscious after the crash. The e-bike rider, also male and wearing a helmet, was ejected and suffered head abrasions. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond the taxi's turning maneuver. No blame is assigned to the pedestrian or cyclist.
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SUV Left Turn Collides With Sedan on York Street▸Nov 20 - A Ford SUV making a left turn struck a Hyundai sedan going straight on York Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered a neck contusion. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, a 2013 Ford SUV was making a left turn on York Street when it collided with a 2009 Hyundai sedan traveling straight east. The sedan's 32-year-old male driver sustained a neck contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The sedan driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage, with the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper impacted. The crash occurred in Brooklyn's 33rd council district.
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SUV Turning Left Hits Parked Sedan▸Nov 19 - A 24-year-old male driver in an SUV turned left on Myrtle Avenue and struck a parked sedan. The impact damaged the SUV’s left front bumper and the sedan’s front end. The driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Myrtle Avenue when a 24-year-old male driver operating a 2023 Nissan SUV was making a left turn and collided with a parked 2021 Audi sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The driver was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash.
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Sedan and Tractor Truck Collide on BQE▸Nov 17 - A sedan and tractor truck crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The sedan driver, a 57-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The impact hit the sedan’s left rear bumper and the truck’s left front bumper. Driver error caused the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involving a 2017 sedan and a 2005 tractor truck diesel, both traveling west. The sedan driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved impact to the left rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the truck. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the primary contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before the crash. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
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19-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal▸Nov 16 - A 19-year-old man was struck on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. He crossed against the signal and suffered abrasions over his entire body. The sedan hit him head-on while traveling west. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Fulton Street at an intersection in Brooklyn. The pedestrian crossed against the signal and was struck by a westbound sedan. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at its center front end. The pedestrian sustained abrasions over his entire body and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing driver errors or vehicle damage. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted, but no driver violations were recorded. The sedan was traveling straight ahead with one occupant. No helmet or signaling factors were involved.
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Restler Supports Safety Boosting Bridge Vending Ban with Designated Spaces▸Nov 16 - Council weighed a citywide bridge vending ban. Residents and tour guides demanded swift removal. Vendors pleaded for compromise. Council Member Restler pushed for designated spaces, not a blanket ban. DOT has no timeline. The fight pits safety and space against livelihoods.
On November 16, 2023, the City Council held a hearing on a proposed ban on street vending across all 789 city bridges. The Department of Transportation (DOT) seeks to prohibit vendors from pedestrian paths, bike lanes, and bridge approaches. The matter, described as a 'span ban,' drew strong public support for restrictions. Council Member Lincoln Restler, representing Brooklyn, stated, 'I am a strong supporter of vending, but it should go in designated spaces... the Brooklyn Bridge is not the place for it.' He thanked DOT for acting to eliminate vending on the bridge, but called for more vendor licenses elsewhere. Vendors and advocates argued the ban is too harsh, urging specific rules instead of a blanket prohibition. DOT will review public comments before finalizing the rule. No timeline has been set.
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Bridge Vending Ban Gains Public Support As Vendors Beg For Compromise,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-16
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Dump Truck Hits E-Bike Passenger on Tillary▸Nov 15 - A dump truck struck an e-bike passenger on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. The 54-year-old woman was ejected and suffered a serious head injury. The driver was distracted. The passenger was confused at the scene. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a dump truck traveling west on Tillary Street collided with an e-bike making a left turn northbound. The impact struck the right front quarter panel of the e-bike and the center front end of the truck. The passenger, a 54-year-old woman on the e-bike, was ejected and sustained a severe head injury, rendering her unconscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with pedestrian/bicyclist confusion. The dump truck driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The injured passenger was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers when driver distraction and rider confusion combine on busy Brooklyn streets.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown on Navy Street▸Nov 14 - An SUV turned left on Navy Street. An e-bike rider went straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew. His head hit pavement. Blood pooled. The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.
A 57-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by an SUV making a left turn at Navy Street and Hudson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right and was inattentive or distracted. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. The report states, 'The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.' The crash left the cyclist in shock. The listed driver errors—Failure to Keep Right and Driver Inattention/Distraction—contributed to the impact. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned as a factor in the report.
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Scooter and E-Bike Collide on Ashland Place▸Nov 11 - Two men collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, 33, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles showed no damage. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a scooter traveling south and an e-bike traveling north collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, a 33-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious after the crash and wearing a helmet. Both vehicles had no visible damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The e-bike driver’s license status is unknown. The crash involved two vulnerable road users on electric vehicles traveling straight ahead from opposite directions.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits 11-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Nov 9 - An unlicensed driver in a sedan struck an 11-year-old boy crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver was starting from parking and hit the pedestrian with the left front bumper.
According to the police report, an unlicensed male driver operating a 2023 Lexus sedan was starting from parking when he struck an 11-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn near Front Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver or pedestrian, but notes the driver was unlicensed. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. There was no vehicle damage reported. The crash highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the vulnerability of children crossing streets outside designated crosswalks.
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Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Left-Turn Crash▸Nov 9 - A 29-year-old woman was struck while crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Tillary Street and Jay Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when an Audi SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Left Brooklyn▸Nov 8 - A motorcycle struck a sedan making a left turn on Livingston Street. The motorcyclist, a 20-year-old man, suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The crash involved improper lane usage and failure to keep right. Both drivers were licensed men.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male motorcyclist traveling west on Livingston Street collided with a sedan making a left turn southwest. The motorcyclist sustained contusions and an injury to his elbow, remaining conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Keep Right." The sedan driver was also licensed and male. The motorcycle's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper were damaged. No helmet or other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The crash highlights dangerous lane use and turning maneuvers on a Brooklyn street.
Dec 9 - A 39-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and injured on Washington Park in Brooklyn. The crash involved a bike and a Honda SUV. The cyclist suffered bruises and arm injuries. The driver error was following too closely. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The crash occurred on Washington Park near Willoughby Avenue in Brooklyn. The collision involved the bicyclist traveling south on his bike and a Honda SUV, both going straight ahead. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor to the crash. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet but was still injured. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist remained conscious after the crash. The report does not specify any other contributing factors or blame the victim.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian on Flatbush Avenue Extension▸Dec 8 - A Toyota SUV hit a 32-year-old man late at night on Flatbush Avenue Extension. His face split open. Blood ran. He stayed awake. The SUV’s bumper showed no damage. The street was silent. The man was left bleeding, conscious, and hurt.
A Toyota SUV struck a 32-year-old man crossing Flatbush Avenue Extension near Willoughby Street at 11:55 p.m. in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered severe facial injuries and heavy bleeding but remained conscious at the scene. The SUV’s left front bumper made contact, yet the vehicle showed no damage. The police report lists the pedestrian’s action as 'Crossing Against Signal' and notes 'Unspecified' as contributing factors. No driver errors are recorded in the data. The crash left a man hurt and bleeding on the street, while the SUV continued on, undamaged.
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Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸Dec 4 - A tractor truck slammed into the back of an SUV on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Three SUV occupants suffered neck and arm bruises. The crash left all conscious but injured. The truck followed too closely, striking the SUV’s rear center.
According to the police report, a 2018 tractor truck traveling east on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway collided with the rear center of a 2013 SUV going in the same direction. The SUV carried three occupants: a 39-year-old female driver, a 45-year-old male front passenger, and a 57-year-old male rear passenger. All three sustained contusions and bruises to the neck or arm but were conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor for the crash. The truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance, causing the rear-end collision. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
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Failure to Yield Injures Moped Driver on Pacific Street▸Dec 1 - A moped slammed head-on in Brooklyn. The unlicensed driver took the hit. Knees and legs bruised. Police blamed failure to yield. No safety gear. Metal twisted at the front.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old male moped driver was injured in a collision on Pacific Street near Hoyt Street in Brooklyn. The moped, traveling south, struck another vehicle at the center front end. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The driver was unlicensed and suffered contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. No safety equipment was used. The crash left damage at the front of both vehicles.
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Sedan Hits Moped on Myrtle Avenue▸Nov 30 - A sedan turning left struck a moped going straight on Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver, a 41-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The sedan’s right rear bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan was making a left turn on Myrtle Avenue when it collided with a 2023 moped traveling straight east. The moped driver, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The sedan was damaged on its right rear bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors but notes the sedan was turning left and the moped was going straight ahead. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly stated. The moped driver was conscious and injured. The collision highlights the danger of left-turn maneuvers intersecting with straight-moving mopeds.
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E-Bike Struck by SUV Making Left Turn▸Nov 30 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured at Bridge Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The cyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries. Impact was at the SUV’s left front bumper and bike’s front end.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male bicyclist riding north on Bridge Street was struck by a westbound SUV making a left turn. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The SUV’s left front bumper collided with the center front end of the e-bike. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to yield and pay attention to vulnerable road users.
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SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Fulton Street▸Nov 29 - SUV hit a woman on a bike in Brooklyn. She was thrown, bones broken, joints twisted. Both moved west. No damage to the SUV. Streets stayed hard and silent.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old woman riding a bike was partially ejected after a collision with a 2023 Buick SUV on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. The crash left her with fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Both the SUV and the bike were traveling west when their front bumpers collided. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not identify any explicit driver errors. The bicyclist was not using safety equipment. The SUV driver held a New Jersey license. No vehicle damage was reported.
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Taxi Turns Right, Hits E-Bike and Pedestrian▸Nov 29 - A taxi turning right struck an e-bike and a pedestrian on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Both male victims suffered abrasions; the cyclist was ejected and hit his head. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Flatbush Avenue was making a right turn when it collided with an e-bike going straight north and a pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian, a male, sustained abrasions to his face and was conscious after the crash. The e-bike rider, also male and wearing a helmet, was ejected and suffered head abrasions. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond the taxi's turning maneuver. No blame is assigned to the pedestrian or cyclist.
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SUV Left Turn Collides With Sedan on York Street▸Nov 20 - A Ford SUV making a left turn struck a Hyundai sedan going straight on York Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered a neck contusion. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, a 2013 Ford SUV was making a left turn on York Street when it collided with a 2009 Hyundai sedan traveling straight east. The sedan's 32-year-old male driver sustained a neck contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The sedan driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage, with the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper impacted. The crash occurred in Brooklyn's 33rd council district.
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SUV Turning Left Hits Parked Sedan▸Nov 19 - A 24-year-old male driver in an SUV turned left on Myrtle Avenue and struck a parked sedan. The impact damaged the SUV’s left front bumper and the sedan’s front end. The driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Myrtle Avenue when a 24-year-old male driver operating a 2023 Nissan SUV was making a left turn and collided with a parked 2021 Audi sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The driver was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash.
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Sedan and Tractor Truck Collide on BQE▸Nov 17 - A sedan and tractor truck crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The sedan driver, a 57-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The impact hit the sedan’s left rear bumper and the truck’s left front bumper. Driver error caused the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involving a 2017 sedan and a 2005 tractor truck diesel, both traveling west. The sedan driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved impact to the left rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the truck. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the primary contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before the crash. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
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19-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal▸Nov 16 - A 19-year-old man was struck on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. He crossed against the signal and suffered abrasions over his entire body. The sedan hit him head-on while traveling west. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Fulton Street at an intersection in Brooklyn. The pedestrian crossed against the signal and was struck by a westbound sedan. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at its center front end. The pedestrian sustained abrasions over his entire body and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing driver errors or vehicle damage. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted, but no driver violations were recorded. The sedan was traveling straight ahead with one occupant. No helmet or signaling factors were involved.
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Restler Supports Safety Boosting Bridge Vending Ban with Designated Spaces▸Nov 16 - Council weighed a citywide bridge vending ban. Residents and tour guides demanded swift removal. Vendors pleaded for compromise. Council Member Restler pushed for designated spaces, not a blanket ban. DOT has no timeline. The fight pits safety and space against livelihoods.
On November 16, 2023, the City Council held a hearing on a proposed ban on street vending across all 789 city bridges. The Department of Transportation (DOT) seeks to prohibit vendors from pedestrian paths, bike lanes, and bridge approaches. The matter, described as a 'span ban,' drew strong public support for restrictions. Council Member Lincoln Restler, representing Brooklyn, stated, 'I am a strong supporter of vending, but it should go in designated spaces... the Brooklyn Bridge is not the place for it.' He thanked DOT for acting to eliminate vending on the bridge, but called for more vendor licenses elsewhere. Vendors and advocates argued the ban is too harsh, urging specific rules instead of a blanket prohibition. DOT will review public comments before finalizing the rule. No timeline has been set.
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Bridge Vending Ban Gains Public Support As Vendors Beg For Compromise,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-16
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Dump Truck Hits E-Bike Passenger on Tillary▸Nov 15 - A dump truck struck an e-bike passenger on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. The 54-year-old woman was ejected and suffered a serious head injury. The driver was distracted. The passenger was confused at the scene. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a dump truck traveling west on Tillary Street collided with an e-bike making a left turn northbound. The impact struck the right front quarter panel of the e-bike and the center front end of the truck. The passenger, a 54-year-old woman on the e-bike, was ejected and sustained a severe head injury, rendering her unconscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with pedestrian/bicyclist confusion. The dump truck driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The injured passenger was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers when driver distraction and rider confusion combine on busy Brooklyn streets.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown on Navy Street▸Nov 14 - An SUV turned left on Navy Street. An e-bike rider went straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew. His head hit pavement. Blood pooled. The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.
A 57-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by an SUV making a left turn at Navy Street and Hudson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right and was inattentive or distracted. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. The report states, 'The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.' The crash left the cyclist in shock. The listed driver errors—Failure to Keep Right and Driver Inattention/Distraction—contributed to the impact. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned as a factor in the report.
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Scooter and E-Bike Collide on Ashland Place▸Nov 11 - Two men collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, 33, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles showed no damage. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a scooter traveling south and an e-bike traveling north collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, a 33-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious after the crash and wearing a helmet. Both vehicles had no visible damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The e-bike driver’s license status is unknown. The crash involved two vulnerable road users on electric vehicles traveling straight ahead from opposite directions.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits 11-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Nov 9 - An unlicensed driver in a sedan struck an 11-year-old boy crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver was starting from parking and hit the pedestrian with the left front bumper.
According to the police report, an unlicensed male driver operating a 2023 Lexus sedan was starting from parking when he struck an 11-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn near Front Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver or pedestrian, but notes the driver was unlicensed. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. There was no vehicle damage reported. The crash highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the vulnerability of children crossing streets outside designated crosswalks.
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Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Left-Turn Crash▸Nov 9 - A 29-year-old woman was struck while crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Tillary Street and Jay Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when an Audi SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Left Brooklyn▸Nov 8 - A motorcycle struck a sedan making a left turn on Livingston Street. The motorcyclist, a 20-year-old man, suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The crash involved improper lane usage and failure to keep right. Both drivers were licensed men.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male motorcyclist traveling west on Livingston Street collided with a sedan making a left turn southwest. The motorcyclist sustained contusions and an injury to his elbow, remaining conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Keep Right." The sedan driver was also licensed and male. The motorcycle's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper were damaged. No helmet or other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The crash highlights dangerous lane use and turning maneuvers on a Brooklyn street.
Dec 8 - A Toyota SUV hit a 32-year-old man late at night on Flatbush Avenue Extension. His face split open. Blood ran. He stayed awake. The SUV’s bumper showed no damage. The street was silent. The man was left bleeding, conscious, and hurt.
A Toyota SUV struck a 32-year-old man crossing Flatbush Avenue Extension near Willoughby Street at 11:55 p.m. in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered severe facial injuries and heavy bleeding but remained conscious at the scene. The SUV’s left front bumper made contact, yet the vehicle showed no damage. The police report lists the pedestrian’s action as 'Crossing Against Signal' and notes 'Unspecified' as contributing factors. No driver errors are recorded in the data. The crash left a man hurt and bleeding on the street, while the SUV continued on, undamaged.
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Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Brooklyn Queens Expressway▸Dec 4 - A tractor truck slammed into the back of an SUV on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Three SUV occupants suffered neck and arm bruises. The crash left all conscious but injured. The truck followed too closely, striking the SUV’s rear center.
According to the police report, a 2018 tractor truck traveling east on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway collided with the rear center of a 2013 SUV going in the same direction. The SUV carried three occupants: a 39-year-old female driver, a 45-year-old male front passenger, and a 57-year-old male rear passenger. All three sustained contusions and bruises to the neck or arm but were conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor for the crash. The truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance, causing the rear-end collision. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
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Failure to Yield Injures Moped Driver on Pacific Street▸Dec 1 - A moped slammed head-on in Brooklyn. The unlicensed driver took the hit. Knees and legs bruised. Police blamed failure to yield. No safety gear. Metal twisted at the front.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old male moped driver was injured in a collision on Pacific Street near Hoyt Street in Brooklyn. The moped, traveling south, struck another vehicle at the center front end. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The driver was unlicensed and suffered contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. No safety equipment was used. The crash left damage at the front of both vehicles.
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Sedan Hits Moped on Myrtle Avenue▸Nov 30 - A sedan turning left struck a moped going straight on Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver, a 41-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The sedan’s right rear bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan was making a left turn on Myrtle Avenue when it collided with a 2023 moped traveling straight east. The moped driver, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The sedan was damaged on its right rear bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors but notes the sedan was turning left and the moped was going straight ahead. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly stated. The moped driver was conscious and injured. The collision highlights the danger of left-turn maneuvers intersecting with straight-moving mopeds.
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E-Bike Struck by SUV Making Left Turn▸Nov 30 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured at Bridge Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The cyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries. Impact was at the SUV’s left front bumper and bike’s front end.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male bicyclist riding north on Bridge Street was struck by a westbound SUV making a left turn. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The SUV’s left front bumper collided with the center front end of the e-bike. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to yield and pay attention to vulnerable road users.
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SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Fulton Street▸Nov 29 - SUV hit a woman on a bike in Brooklyn. She was thrown, bones broken, joints twisted. Both moved west. No damage to the SUV. Streets stayed hard and silent.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old woman riding a bike was partially ejected after a collision with a 2023 Buick SUV on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. The crash left her with fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Both the SUV and the bike were traveling west when their front bumpers collided. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not identify any explicit driver errors. The bicyclist was not using safety equipment. The SUV driver held a New Jersey license. No vehicle damage was reported.
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Taxi Turns Right, Hits E-Bike and Pedestrian▸Nov 29 - A taxi turning right struck an e-bike and a pedestrian on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Both male victims suffered abrasions; the cyclist was ejected and hit his head. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Flatbush Avenue was making a right turn when it collided with an e-bike going straight north and a pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian, a male, sustained abrasions to his face and was conscious after the crash. The e-bike rider, also male and wearing a helmet, was ejected and suffered head abrasions. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond the taxi's turning maneuver. No blame is assigned to the pedestrian or cyclist.
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SUV Left Turn Collides With Sedan on York Street▸Nov 20 - A Ford SUV making a left turn struck a Hyundai sedan going straight on York Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered a neck contusion. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, a 2013 Ford SUV was making a left turn on York Street when it collided with a 2009 Hyundai sedan traveling straight east. The sedan's 32-year-old male driver sustained a neck contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The sedan driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage, with the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper impacted. The crash occurred in Brooklyn's 33rd council district.
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SUV Turning Left Hits Parked Sedan▸Nov 19 - A 24-year-old male driver in an SUV turned left on Myrtle Avenue and struck a parked sedan. The impact damaged the SUV’s left front bumper and the sedan’s front end. The driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Myrtle Avenue when a 24-year-old male driver operating a 2023 Nissan SUV was making a left turn and collided with a parked 2021 Audi sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The driver was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash.
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Sedan and Tractor Truck Collide on BQE▸Nov 17 - A sedan and tractor truck crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The sedan driver, a 57-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The impact hit the sedan’s left rear bumper and the truck’s left front bumper. Driver error caused the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involving a 2017 sedan and a 2005 tractor truck diesel, both traveling west. The sedan driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved impact to the left rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the truck. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the primary contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before the crash. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
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19-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal▸Nov 16 - A 19-year-old man was struck on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. He crossed against the signal and suffered abrasions over his entire body. The sedan hit him head-on while traveling west. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Fulton Street at an intersection in Brooklyn. The pedestrian crossed against the signal and was struck by a westbound sedan. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at its center front end. The pedestrian sustained abrasions over his entire body and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing driver errors or vehicle damage. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted, but no driver violations were recorded. The sedan was traveling straight ahead with one occupant. No helmet or signaling factors were involved.
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Restler Supports Safety Boosting Bridge Vending Ban with Designated Spaces▸Nov 16 - Council weighed a citywide bridge vending ban. Residents and tour guides demanded swift removal. Vendors pleaded for compromise. Council Member Restler pushed for designated spaces, not a blanket ban. DOT has no timeline. The fight pits safety and space against livelihoods.
On November 16, 2023, the City Council held a hearing on a proposed ban on street vending across all 789 city bridges. The Department of Transportation (DOT) seeks to prohibit vendors from pedestrian paths, bike lanes, and bridge approaches. The matter, described as a 'span ban,' drew strong public support for restrictions. Council Member Lincoln Restler, representing Brooklyn, stated, 'I am a strong supporter of vending, but it should go in designated spaces... the Brooklyn Bridge is not the place for it.' He thanked DOT for acting to eliminate vending on the bridge, but called for more vendor licenses elsewhere. Vendors and advocates argued the ban is too harsh, urging specific rules instead of a blanket prohibition. DOT will review public comments before finalizing the rule. No timeline has been set.
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Bridge Vending Ban Gains Public Support As Vendors Beg For Compromise,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-16
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Dump Truck Hits E-Bike Passenger on Tillary▸Nov 15 - A dump truck struck an e-bike passenger on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. The 54-year-old woman was ejected and suffered a serious head injury. The driver was distracted. The passenger was confused at the scene. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a dump truck traveling west on Tillary Street collided with an e-bike making a left turn northbound. The impact struck the right front quarter panel of the e-bike and the center front end of the truck. The passenger, a 54-year-old woman on the e-bike, was ejected and sustained a severe head injury, rendering her unconscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with pedestrian/bicyclist confusion. The dump truck driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The injured passenger was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers when driver distraction and rider confusion combine on busy Brooklyn streets.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown on Navy Street▸Nov 14 - An SUV turned left on Navy Street. An e-bike rider went straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew. His head hit pavement. Blood pooled. The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.
A 57-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by an SUV making a left turn at Navy Street and Hudson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right and was inattentive or distracted. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. The report states, 'The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.' The crash left the cyclist in shock. The listed driver errors—Failure to Keep Right and Driver Inattention/Distraction—contributed to the impact. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned as a factor in the report.
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Scooter and E-Bike Collide on Ashland Place▸Nov 11 - Two men collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, 33, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles showed no damage. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a scooter traveling south and an e-bike traveling north collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, a 33-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious after the crash and wearing a helmet. Both vehicles had no visible damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The e-bike driver’s license status is unknown. The crash involved two vulnerable road users on electric vehicles traveling straight ahead from opposite directions.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits 11-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Nov 9 - An unlicensed driver in a sedan struck an 11-year-old boy crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver was starting from parking and hit the pedestrian with the left front bumper.
According to the police report, an unlicensed male driver operating a 2023 Lexus sedan was starting from parking when he struck an 11-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn near Front Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver or pedestrian, but notes the driver was unlicensed. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. There was no vehicle damage reported. The crash highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the vulnerability of children crossing streets outside designated crosswalks.
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Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Left-Turn Crash▸Nov 9 - A 29-year-old woman was struck while crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Tillary Street and Jay Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when an Audi SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Left Brooklyn▸Nov 8 - A motorcycle struck a sedan making a left turn on Livingston Street. The motorcyclist, a 20-year-old man, suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The crash involved improper lane usage and failure to keep right. Both drivers were licensed men.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male motorcyclist traveling west on Livingston Street collided with a sedan making a left turn southwest. The motorcyclist sustained contusions and an injury to his elbow, remaining conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Keep Right." The sedan driver was also licensed and male. The motorcycle's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper were damaged. No helmet or other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The crash highlights dangerous lane use and turning maneuvers on a Brooklyn street.
Dec 4 - A tractor truck slammed into the back of an SUV on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Three SUV occupants suffered neck and arm bruises. The crash left all conscious but injured. The truck followed too closely, striking the SUV’s rear center.
According to the police report, a 2018 tractor truck traveling east on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway collided with the rear center of a 2013 SUV going in the same direction. The SUV carried three occupants: a 39-year-old female driver, a 45-year-old male front passenger, and a 57-year-old male rear passenger. All three sustained contusions and bruises to the neck or arm but were conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor for the crash. The truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance, causing the rear-end collision. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
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Failure to Yield Injures Moped Driver on Pacific Street▸Dec 1 - A moped slammed head-on in Brooklyn. The unlicensed driver took the hit. Knees and legs bruised. Police blamed failure to yield. No safety gear. Metal twisted at the front.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old male moped driver was injured in a collision on Pacific Street near Hoyt Street in Brooklyn. The moped, traveling south, struck another vehicle at the center front end. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The driver was unlicensed and suffered contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. No safety equipment was used. The crash left damage at the front of both vehicles.
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Sedan Hits Moped on Myrtle Avenue▸Nov 30 - A sedan turning left struck a moped going straight on Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver, a 41-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The sedan’s right rear bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan was making a left turn on Myrtle Avenue when it collided with a 2023 moped traveling straight east. The moped driver, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The sedan was damaged on its right rear bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors but notes the sedan was turning left and the moped was going straight ahead. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly stated. The moped driver was conscious and injured. The collision highlights the danger of left-turn maneuvers intersecting with straight-moving mopeds.
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E-Bike Struck by SUV Making Left Turn▸Nov 30 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured at Bridge Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The cyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries. Impact was at the SUV’s left front bumper and bike’s front end.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male bicyclist riding north on Bridge Street was struck by a westbound SUV making a left turn. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The SUV’s left front bumper collided with the center front end of the e-bike. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to yield and pay attention to vulnerable road users.
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SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Fulton Street▸Nov 29 - SUV hit a woman on a bike in Brooklyn. She was thrown, bones broken, joints twisted. Both moved west. No damage to the SUV. Streets stayed hard and silent.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old woman riding a bike was partially ejected after a collision with a 2023 Buick SUV on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. The crash left her with fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Both the SUV and the bike were traveling west when their front bumpers collided. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not identify any explicit driver errors. The bicyclist was not using safety equipment. The SUV driver held a New Jersey license. No vehicle damage was reported.
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Taxi Turns Right, Hits E-Bike and Pedestrian▸Nov 29 - A taxi turning right struck an e-bike and a pedestrian on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Both male victims suffered abrasions; the cyclist was ejected and hit his head. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Flatbush Avenue was making a right turn when it collided with an e-bike going straight north and a pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian, a male, sustained abrasions to his face and was conscious after the crash. The e-bike rider, also male and wearing a helmet, was ejected and suffered head abrasions. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond the taxi's turning maneuver. No blame is assigned to the pedestrian or cyclist.
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SUV Left Turn Collides With Sedan on York Street▸Nov 20 - A Ford SUV making a left turn struck a Hyundai sedan going straight on York Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered a neck contusion. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, a 2013 Ford SUV was making a left turn on York Street when it collided with a 2009 Hyundai sedan traveling straight east. The sedan's 32-year-old male driver sustained a neck contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The sedan driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage, with the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper impacted. The crash occurred in Brooklyn's 33rd council district.
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SUV Turning Left Hits Parked Sedan▸Nov 19 - A 24-year-old male driver in an SUV turned left on Myrtle Avenue and struck a parked sedan. The impact damaged the SUV’s left front bumper and the sedan’s front end. The driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Myrtle Avenue when a 24-year-old male driver operating a 2023 Nissan SUV was making a left turn and collided with a parked 2021 Audi sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The driver was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash.
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Sedan and Tractor Truck Collide on BQE▸Nov 17 - A sedan and tractor truck crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The sedan driver, a 57-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The impact hit the sedan’s left rear bumper and the truck’s left front bumper. Driver error caused the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involving a 2017 sedan and a 2005 tractor truck diesel, both traveling west. The sedan driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved impact to the left rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the truck. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the primary contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before the crash. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
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19-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal▸Nov 16 - A 19-year-old man was struck on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. He crossed against the signal and suffered abrasions over his entire body. The sedan hit him head-on while traveling west. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Fulton Street at an intersection in Brooklyn. The pedestrian crossed against the signal and was struck by a westbound sedan. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at its center front end. The pedestrian sustained abrasions over his entire body and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing driver errors or vehicle damage. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted, but no driver violations were recorded. The sedan was traveling straight ahead with one occupant. No helmet or signaling factors were involved.
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Restler Supports Safety Boosting Bridge Vending Ban with Designated Spaces▸Nov 16 - Council weighed a citywide bridge vending ban. Residents and tour guides demanded swift removal. Vendors pleaded for compromise. Council Member Restler pushed for designated spaces, not a blanket ban. DOT has no timeline. The fight pits safety and space against livelihoods.
On November 16, 2023, the City Council held a hearing on a proposed ban on street vending across all 789 city bridges. The Department of Transportation (DOT) seeks to prohibit vendors from pedestrian paths, bike lanes, and bridge approaches. The matter, described as a 'span ban,' drew strong public support for restrictions. Council Member Lincoln Restler, representing Brooklyn, stated, 'I am a strong supporter of vending, but it should go in designated spaces... the Brooklyn Bridge is not the place for it.' He thanked DOT for acting to eliminate vending on the bridge, but called for more vendor licenses elsewhere. Vendors and advocates argued the ban is too harsh, urging specific rules instead of a blanket prohibition. DOT will review public comments before finalizing the rule. No timeline has been set.
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Bridge Vending Ban Gains Public Support As Vendors Beg For Compromise,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-16
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Dump Truck Hits E-Bike Passenger on Tillary▸Nov 15 - A dump truck struck an e-bike passenger on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. The 54-year-old woman was ejected and suffered a serious head injury. The driver was distracted. The passenger was confused at the scene. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a dump truck traveling west on Tillary Street collided with an e-bike making a left turn northbound. The impact struck the right front quarter panel of the e-bike and the center front end of the truck. The passenger, a 54-year-old woman on the e-bike, was ejected and sustained a severe head injury, rendering her unconscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with pedestrian/bicyclist confusion. The dump truck driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The injured passenger was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers when driver distraction and rider confusion combine on busy Brooklyn streets.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown on Navy Street▸Nov 14 - An SUV turned left on Navy Street. An e-bike rider went straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew. His head hit pavement. Blood pooled. The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.
A 57-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by an SUV making a left turn at Navy Street and Hudson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right and was inattentive or distracted. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. The report states, 'The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.' The crash left the cyclist in shock. The listed driver errors—Failure to Keep Right and Driver Inattention/Distraction—contributed to the impact. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned as a factor in the report.
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Scooter and E-Bike Collide on Ashland Place▸Nov 11 - Two men collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, 33, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles showed no damage. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a scooter traveling south and an e-bike traveling north collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, a 33-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious after the crash and wearing a helmet. Both vehicles had no visible damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The e-bike driver’s license status is unknown. The crash involved two vulnerable road users on electric vehicles traveling straight ahead from opposite directions.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits 11-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Nov 9 - An unlicensed driver in a sedan struck an 11-year-old boy crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver was starting from parking and hit the pedestrian with the left front bumper.
According to the police report, an unlicensed male driver operating a 2023 Lexus sedan was starting from parking when he struck an 11-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn near Front Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver or pedestrian, but notes the driver was unlicensed. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. There was no vehicle damage reported. The crash highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the vulnerability of children crossing streets outside designated crosswalks.
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Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Left-Turn Crash▸Nov 9 - A 29-year-old woman was struck while crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Tillary Street and Jay Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when an Audi SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Left Brooklyn▸Nov 8 - A motorcycle struck a sedan making a left turn on Livingston Street. The motorcyclist, a 20-year-old man, suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The crash involved improper lane usage and failure to keep right. Both drivers were licensed men.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male motorcyclist traveling west on Livingston Street collided with a sedan making a left turn southwest. The motorcyclist sustained contusions and an injury to his elbow, remaining conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Keep Right." The sedan driver was also licensed and male. The motorcycle's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper were damaged. No helmet or other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The crash highlights dangerous lane use and turning maneuvers on a Brooklyn street.
Dec 1 - A moped slammed head-on in Brooklyn. The unlicensed driver took the hit. Knees and legs bruised. Police blamed failure to yield. No safety gear. Metal twisted at the front.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old male moped driver was injured in a collision on Pacific Street near Hoyt Street in Brooklyn. The moped, traveling south, struck another vehicle at the center front end. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The driver was unlicensed and suffered contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. No safety equipment was used. The crash left damage at the front of both vehicles.
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Sedan Hits Moped on Myrtle Avenue▸Nov 30 - A sedan turning left struck a moped going straight on Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver, a 41-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The sedan’s right rear bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan was making a left turn on Myrtle Avenue when it collided with a 2023 moped traveling straight east. The moped driver, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The sedan was damaged on its right rear bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors but notes the sedan was turning left and the moped was going straight ahead. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly stated. The moped driver was conscious and injured. The collision highlights the danger of left-turn maneuvers intersecting with straight-moving mopeds.
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E-Bike Struck by SUV Making Left Turn▸Nov 30 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured at Bridge Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The cyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries. Impact was at the SUV’s left front bumper and bike’s front end.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male bicyclist riding north on Bridge Street was struck by a westbound SUV making a left turn. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The SUV’s left front bumper collided with the center front end of the e-bike. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to yield and pay attention to vulnerable road users.
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SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Fulton Street▸Nov 29 - SUV hit a woman on a bike in Brooklyn. She was thrown, bones broken, joints twisted. Both moved west. No damage to the SUV. Streets stayed hard and silent.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old woman riding a bike was partially ejected after a collision with a 2023 Buick SUV on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. The crash left her with fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Both the SUV and the bike were traveling west when their front bumpers collided. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not identify any explicit driver errors. The bicyclist was not using safety equipment. The SUV driver held a New Jersey license. No vehicle damage was reported.
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Taxi Turns Right, Hits E-Bike and Pedestrian▸Nov 29 - A taxi turning right struck an e-bike and a pedestrian on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Both male victims suffered abrasions; the cyclist was ejected and hit his head. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Flatbush Avenue was making a right turn when it collided with an e-bike going straight north and a pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian, a male, sustained abrasions to his face and was conscious after the crash. The e-bike rider, also male and wearing a helmet, was ejected and suffered head abrasions. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond the taxi's turning maneuver. No blame is assigned to the pedestrian or cyclist.
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SUV Left Turn Collides With Sedan on York Street▸Nov 20 - A Ford SUV making a left turn struck a Hyundai sedan going straight on York Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered a neck contusion. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, a 2013 Ford SUV was making a left turn on York Street when it collided with a 2009 Hyundai sedan traveling straight east. The sedan's 32-year-old male driver sustained a neck contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The sedan driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage, with the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper impacted. The crash occurred in Brooklyn's 33rd council district.
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SUV Turning Left Hits Parked Sedan▸Nov 19 - A 24-year-old male driver in an SUV turned left on Myrtle Avenue and struck a parked sedan. The impact damaged the SUV’s left front bumper and the sedan’s front end. The driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Myrtle Avenue when a 24-year-old male driver operating a 2023 Nissan SUV was making a left turn and collided with a parked 2021 Audi sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The driver was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash.
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Sedan and Tractor Truck Collide on BQE▸Nov 17 - A sedan and tractor truck crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The sedan driver, a 57-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The impact hit the sedan’s left rear bumper and the truck’s left front bumper. Driver error caused the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involving a 2017 sedan and a 2005 tractor truck diesel, both traveling west. The sedan driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved impact to the left rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the truck. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the primary contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before the crash. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
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19-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal▸Nov 16 - A 19-year-old man was struck on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. He crossed against the signal and suffered abrasions over his entire body. The sedan hit him head-on while traveling west. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Fulton Street at an intersection in Brooklyn. The pedestrian crossed against the signal and was struck by a westbound sedan. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at its center front end. The pedestrian sustained abrasions over his entire body and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing driver errors or vehicle damage. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted, but no driver violations were recorded. The sedan was traveling straight ahead with one occupant. No helmet or signaling factors were involved.
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Restler Supports Safety Boosting Bridge Vending Ban with Designated Spaces▸Nov 16 - Council weighed a citywide bridge vending ban. Residents and tour guides demanded swift removal. Vendors pleaded for compromise. Council Member Restler pushed for designated spaces, not a blanket ban. DOT has no timeline. The fight pits safety and space against livelihoods.
On November 16, 2023, the City Council held a hearing on a proposed ban on street vending across all 789 city bridges. The Department of Transportation (DOT) seeks to prohibit vendors from pedestrian paths, bike lanes, and bridge approaches. The matter, described as a 'span ban,' drew strong public support for restrictions. Council Member Lincoln Restler, representing Brooklyn, stated, 'I am a strong supporter of vending, but it should go in designated spaces... the Brooklyn Bridge is not the place for it.' He thanked DOT for acting to eliminate vending on the bridge, but called for more vendor licenses elsewhere. Vendors and advocates argued the ban is too harsh, urging specific rules instead of a blanket prohibition. DOT will review public comments before finalizing the rule. No timeline has been set.
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Bridge Vending Ban Gains Public Support As Vendors Beg For Compromise,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-16
15
Dump Truck Hits E-Bike Passenger on Tillary▸Nov 15 - A dump truck struck an e-bike passenger on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. The 54-year-old woman was ejected and suffered a serious head injury. The driver was distracted. The passenger was confused at the scene. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a dump truck traveling west on Tillary Street collided with an e-bike making a left turn northbound. The impact struck the right front quarter panel of the e-bike and the center front end of the truck. The passenger, a 54-year-old woman on the e-bike, was ejected and sustained a severe head injury, rendering her unconscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with pedestrian/bicyclist confusion. The dump truck driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The injured passenger was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers when driver distraction and rider confusion combine on busy Brooklyn streets.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown on Navy Street▸Nov 14 - An SUV turned left on Navy Street. An e-bike rider went straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew. His head hit pavement. Blood pooled. The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.
A 57-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by an SUV making a left turn at Navy Street and Hudson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right and was inattentive or distracted. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. The report states, 'The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.' The crash left the cyclist in shock. The listed driver errors—Failure to Keep Right and Driver Inattention/Distraction—contributed to the impact. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned as a factor in the report.
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Scooter and E-Bike Collide on Ashland Place▸Nov 11 - Two men collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, 33, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles showed no damage. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a scooter traveling south and an e-bike traveling north collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, a 33-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious after the crash and wearing a helmet. Both vehicles had no visible damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The e-bike driver’s license status is unknown. The crash involved two vulnerable road users on electric vehicles traveling straight ahead from opposite directions.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits 11-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Nov 9 - An unlicensed driver in a sedan struck an 11-year-old boy crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver was starting from parking and hit the pedestrian with the left front bumper.
According to the police report, an unlicensed male driver operating a 2023 Lexus sedan was starting from parking when he struck an 11-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn near Front Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver or pedestrian, but notes the driver was unlicensed. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. There was no vehicle damage reported. The crash highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the vulnerability of children crossing streets outside designated crosswalks.
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Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Left-Turn Crash▸Nov 9 - A 29-year-old woman was struck while crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Tillary Street and Jay Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when an Audi SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Left Brooklyn▸Nov 8 - A motorcycle struck a sedan making a left turn on Livingston Street. The motorcyclist, a 20-year-old man, suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The crash involved improper lane usage and failure to keep right. Both drivers were licensed men.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male motorcyclist traveling west on Livingston Street collided with a sedan making a left turn southwest. The motorcyclist sustained contusions and an injury to his elbow, remaining conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Keep Right." The sedan driver was also licensed and male. The motorcycle's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper were damaged. No helmet or other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The crash highlights dangerous lane use and turning maneuvers on a Brooklyn street.
Nov 30 - A sedan turning left struck a moped going straight on Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver, a 41-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The sedan’s right rear bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan was making a left turn on Myrtle Avenue when it collided with a 2023 moped traveling straight east. The moped driver, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The sedan was damaged on its right rear bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors but notes the sedan was turning left and the moped was going straight ahead. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly stated. The moped driver was conscious and injured. The collision highlights the danger of left-turn maneuvers intersecting with straight-moving mopeds.
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E-Bike Struck by SUV Making Left Turn▸Nov 30 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured at Bridge Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The cyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries. Impact was at the SUV’s left front bumper and bike’s front end.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male bicyclist riding north on Bridge Street was struck by a westbound SUV making a left turn. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The SUV’s left front bumper collided with the center front end of the e-bike. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to yield and pay attention to vulnerable road users.
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SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Fulton Street▸Nov 29 - SUV hit a woman on a bike in Brooklyn. She was thrown, bones broken, joints twisted. Both moved west. No damage to the SUV. Streets stayed hard and silent.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old woman riding a bike was partially ejected after a collision with a 2023 Buick SUV on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. The crash left her with fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Both the SUV and the bike were traveling west when their front bumpers collided. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not identify any explicit driver errors. The bicyclist was not using safety equipment. The SUV driver held a New Jersey license. No vehicle damage was reported.
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Taxi Turns Right, Hits E-Bike and Pedestrian▸Nov 29 - A taxi turning right struck an e-bike and a pedestrian on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Both male victims suffered abrasions; the cyclist was ejected and hit his head. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Flatbush Avenue was making a right turn when it collided with an e-bike going straight north and a pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian, a male, sustained abrasions to his face and was conscious after the crash. The e-bike rider, also male and wearing a helmet, was ejected and suffered head abrasions. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond the taxi's turning maneuver. No blame is assigned to the pedestrian or cyclist.
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SUV Left Turn Collides With Sedan on York Street▸Nov 20 - A Ford SUV making a left turn struck a Hyundai sedan going straight on York Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered a neck contusion. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, a 2013 Ford SUV was making a left turn on York Street when it collided with a 2009 Hyundai sedan traveling straight east. The sedan's 32-year-old male driver sustained a neck contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The sedan driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage, with the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper impacted. The crash occurred in Brooklyn's 33rd council district.
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SUV Turning Left Hits Parked Sedan▸Nov 19 - A 24-year-old male driver in an SUV turned left on Myrtle Avenue and struck a parked sedan. The impact damaged the SUV’s left front bumper and the sedan’s front end. The driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Myrtle Avenue when a 24-year-old male driver operating a 2023 Nissan SUV was making a left turn and collided with a parked 2021 Audi sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The driver was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash.
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Sedan and Tractor Truck Collide on BQE▸Nov 17 - A sedan and tractor truck crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The sedan driver, a 57-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The impact hit the sedan’s left rear bumper and the truck’s left front bumper. Driver error caused the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involving a 2017 sedan and a 2005 tractor truck diesel, both traveling west. The sedan driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved impact to the left rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the truck. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the primary contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before the crash. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
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19-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal▸Nov 16 - A 19-year-old man was struck on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. He crossed against the signal and suffered abrasions over his entire body. The sedan hit him head-on while traveling west. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Fulton Street at an intersection in Brooklyn. The pedestrian crossed against the signal and was struck by a westbound sedan. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at its center front end. The pedestrian sustained abrasions over his entire body and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing driver errors or vehicle damage. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted, but no driver violations were recorded. The sedan was traveling straight ahead with one occupant. No helmet or signaling factors were involved.
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Restler Supports Safety Boosting Bridge Vending Ban with Designated Spaces▸Nov 16 - Council weighed a citywide bridge vending ban. Residents and tour guides demanded swift removal. Vendors pleaded for compromise. Council Member Restler pushed for designated spaces, not a blanket ban. DOT has no timeline. The fight pits safety and space against livelihoods.
On November 16, 2023, the City Council held a hearing on a proposed ban on street vending across all 789 city bridges. The Department of Transportation (DOT) seeks to prohibit vendors from pedestrian paths, bike lanes, and bridge approaches. The matter, described as a 'span ban,' drew strong public support for restrictions. Council Member Lincoln Restler, representing Brooklyn, stated, 'I am a strong supporter of vending, but it should go in designated spaces... the Brooklyn Bridge is not the place for it.' He thanked DOT for acting to eliminate vending on the bridge, but called for more vendor licenses elsewhere. Vendors and advocates argued the ban is too harsh, urging specific rules instead of a blanket prohibition. DOT will review public comments before finalizing the rule. No timeline has been set.
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Bridge Vending Ban Gains Public Support As Vendors Beg For Compromise,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-16
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Dump Truck Hits E-Bike Passenger on Tillary▸Nov 15 - A dump truck struck an e-bike passenger on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. The 54-year-old woman was ejected and suffered a serious head injury. The driver was distracted. The passenger was confused at the scene. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a dump truck traveling west on Tillary Street collided with an e-bike making a left turn northbound. The impact struck the right front quarter panel of the e-bike and the center front end of the truck. The passenger, a 54-year-old woman on the e-bike, was ejected and sustained a severe head injury, rendering her unconscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with pedestrian/bicyclist confusion. The dump truck driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The injured passenger was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers when driver distraction and rider confusion combine on busy Brooklyn streets.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown on Navy Street▸Nov 14 - An SUV turned left on Navy Street. An e-bike rider went straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew. His head hit pavement. Blood pooled. The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.
A 57-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by an SUV making a left turn at Navy Street and Hudson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right and was inattentive or distracted. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. The report states, 'The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.' The crash left the cyclist in shock. The listed driver errors—Failure to Keep Right and Driver Inattention/Distraction—contributed to the impact. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned as a factor in the report.
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Scooter and E-Bike Collide on Ashland Place▸Nov 11 - Two men collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, 33, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles showed no damage. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a scooter traveling south and an e-bike traveling north collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, a 33-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious after the crash and wearing a helmet. Both vehicles had no visible damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The e-bike driver’s license status is unknown. The crash involved two vulnerable road users on electric vehicles traveling straight ahead from opposite directions.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits 11-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Nov 9 - An unlicensed driver in a sedan struck an 11-year-old boy crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver was starting from parking and hit the pedestrian with the left front bumper.
According to the police report, an unlicensed male driver operating a 2023 Lexus sedan was starting from parking when he struck an 11-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn near Front Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver or pedestrian, but notes the driver was unlicensed. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. There was no vehicle damage reported. The crash highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the vulnerability of children crossing streets outside designated crosswalks.
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Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Left-Turn Crash▸Nov 9 - A 29-year-old woman was struck while crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Tillary Street and Jay Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when an Audi SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Left Brooklyn▸Nov 8 - A motorcycle struck a sedan making a left turn on Livingston Street. The motorcyclist, a 20-year-old man, suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The crash involved improper lane usage and failure to keep right. Both drivers were licensed men.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male motorcyclist traveling west on Livingston Street collided with a sedan making a left turn southwest. The motorcyclist sustained contusions and an injury to his elbow, remaining conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Keep Right." The sedan driver was also licensed and male. The motorcycle's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper were damaged. No helmet or other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The crash highlights dangerous lane use and turning maneuvers on a Brooklyn street.
Nov 30 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured at Bridge Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The cyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries. Impact was at the SUV’s left front bumper and bike’s front end.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male bicyclist riding north on Bridge Street was struck by a westbound SUV making a left turn. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The SUV’s left front bumper collided with the center front end of the e-bike. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to yield and pay attention to vulnerable road users.
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SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Fulton Street▸Nov 29 - SUV hit a woman on a bike in Brooklyn. She was thrown, bones broken, joints twisted. Both moved west. No damage to the SUV. Streets stayed hard and silent.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old woman riding a bike was partially ejected after a collision with a 2023 Buick SUV on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. The crash left her with fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Both the SUV and the bike were traveling west when their front bumpers collided. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not identify any explicit driver errors. The bicyclist was not using safety equipment. The SUV driver held a New Jersey license. No vehicle damage was reported.
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Taxi Turns Right, Hits E-Bike and Pedestrian▸Nov 29 - A taxi turning right struck an e-bike and a pedestrian on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Both male victims suffered abrasions; the cyclist was ejected and hit his head. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Flatbush Avenue was making a right turn when it collided with an e-bike going straight north and a pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian, a male, sustained abrasions to his face and was conscious after the crash. The e-bike rider, also male and wearing a helmet, was ejected and suffered head abrasions. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond the taxi's turning maneuver. No blame is assigned to the pedestrian or cyclist.
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SUV Left Turn Collides With Sedan on York Street▸Nov 20 - A Ford SUV making a left turn struck a Hyundai sedan going straight on York Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered a neck contusion. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, a 2013 Ford SUV was making a left turn on York Street when it collided with a 2009 Hyundai sedan traveling straight east. The sedan's 32-year-old male driver sustained a neck contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The sedan driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage, with the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper impacted. The crash occurred in Brooklyn's 33rd council district.
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SUV Turning Left Hits Parked Sedan▸Nov 19 - A 24-year-old male driver in an SUV turned left on Myrtle Avenue and struck a parked sedan. The impact damaged the SUV’s left front bumper and the sedan’s front end. The driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Myrtle Avenue when a 24-year-old male driver operating a 2023 Nissan SUV was making a left turn and collided with a parked 2021 Audi sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The driver was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash.
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Sedan and Tractor Truck Collide on BQE▸Nov 17 - A sedan and tractor truck crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The sedan driver, a 57-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The impact hit the sedan’s left rear bumper and the truck’s left front bumper. Driver error caused the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involving a 2017 sedan and a 2005 tractor truck diesel, both traveling west. The sedan driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved impact to the left rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the truck. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the primary contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before the crash. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
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19-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal▸Nov 16 - A 19-year-old man was struck on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. He crossed against the signal and suffered abrasions over his entire body. The sedan hit him head-on while traveling west. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Fulton Street at an intersection in Brooklyn. The pedestrian crossed against the signal and was struck by a westbound sedan. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at its center front end. The pedestrian sustained abrasions over his entire body and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing driver errors or vehicle damage. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted, but no driver violations were recorded. The sedan was traveling straight ahead with one occupant. No helmet or signaling factors were involved.
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Restler Supports Safety Boosting Bridge Vending Ban with Designated Spaces▸Nov 16 - Council weighed a citywide bridge vending ban. Residents and tour guides demanded swift removal. Vendors pleaded for compromise. Council Member Restler pushed for designated spaces, not a blanket ban. DOT has no timeline. The fight pits safety and space against livelihoods.
On November 16, 2023, the City Council held a hearing on a proposed ban on street vending across all 789 city bridges. The Department of Transportation (DOT) seeks to prohibit vendors from pedestrian paths, bike lanes, and bridge approaches. The matter, described as a 'span ban,' drew strong public support for restrictions. Council Member Lincoln Restler, representing Brooklyn, stated, 'I am a strong supporter of vending, but it should go in designated spaces... the Brooklyn Bridge is not the place for it.' He thanked DOT for acting to eliminate vending on the bridge, but called for more vendor licenses elsewhere. Vendors and advocates argued the ban is too harsh, urging specific rules instead of a blanket prohibition. DOT will review public comments before finalizing the rule. No timeline has been set.
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Bridge Vending Ban Gains Public Support As Vendors Beg For Compromise,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-16
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Dump Truck Hits E-Bike Passenger on Tillary▸Nov 15 - A dump truck struck an e-bike passenger on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. The 54-year-old woman was ejected and suffered a serious head injury. The driver was distracted. The passenger was confused at the scene. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a dump truck traveling west on Tillary Street collided with an e-bike making a left turn northbound. The impact struck the right front quarter panel of the e-bike and the center front end of the truck. The passenger, a 54-year-old woman on the e-bike, was ejected and sustained a severe head injury, rendering her unconscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with pedestrian/bicyclist confusion. The dump truck driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The injured passenger was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers when driver distraction and rider confusion combine on busy Brooklyn streets.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown on Navy Street▸Nov 14 - An SUV turned left on Navy Street. An e-bike rider went straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew. His head hit pavement. Blood pooled. The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.
A 57-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by an SUV making a left turn at Navy Street and Hudson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right and was inattentive or distracted. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. The report states, 'The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.' The crash left the cyclist in shock. The listed driver errors—Failure to Keep Right and Driver Inattention/Distraction—contributed to the impact. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned as a factor in the report.
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Scooter and E-Bike Collide on Ashland Place▸Nov 11 - Two men collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, 33, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles showed no damage. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a scooter traveling south and an e-bike traveling north collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, a 33-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious after the crash and wearing a helmet. Both vehicles had no visible damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The e-bike driver’s license status is unknown. The crash involved two vulnerable road users on electric vehicles traveling straight ahead from opposite directions.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits 11-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Nov 9 - An unlicensed driver in a sedan struck an 11-year-old boy crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver was starting from parking and hit the pedestrian with the left front bumper.
According to the police report, an unlicensed male driver operating a 2023 Lexus sedan was starting from parking when he struck an 11-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn near Front Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver or pedestrian, but notes the driver was unlicensed. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. There was no vehicle damage reported. The crash highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the vulnerability of children crossing streets outside designated crosswalks.
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Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Left-Turn Crash▸Nov 9 - A 29-year-old woman was struck while crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Tillary Street and Jay Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when an Audi SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Left Brooklyn▸Nov 8 - A motorcycle struck a sedan making a left turn on Livingston Street. The motorcyclist, a 20-year-old man, suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The crash involved improper lane usage and failure to keep right. Both drivers were licensed men.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male motorcyclist traveling west on Livingston Street collided with a sedan making a left turn southwest. The motorcyclist sustained contusions and an injury to his elbow, remaining conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Keep Right." The sedan driver was also licensed and male. The motorcycle's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper were damaged. No helmet or other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The crash highlights dangerous lane use and turning maneuvers on a Brooklyn street.
Nov 29 - SUV hit a woman on a bike in Brooklyn. She was thrown, bones broken, joints twisted. Both moved west. No damage to the SUV. Streets stayed hard and silent.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old woman riding a bike was partially ejected after a collision with a 2023 Buick SUV on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. The crash left her with fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Both the SUV and the bike were traveling west when their front bumpers collided. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not identify any explicit driver errors. The bicyclist was not using safety equipment. The SUV driver held a New Jersey license. No vehicle damage was reported.
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Taxi Turns Right, Hits E-Bike and Pedestrian▸Nov 29 - A taxi turning right struck an e-bike and a pedestrian on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Both male victims suffered abrasions; the cyclist was ejected and hit his head. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Flatbush Avenue was making a right turn when it collided with an e-bike going straight north and a pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian, a male, sustained abrasions to his face and was conscious after the crash. The e-bike rider, also male and wearing a helmet, was ejected and suffered head abrasions. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond the taxi's turning maneuver. No blame is assigned to the pedestrian or cyclist.
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SUV Left Turn Collides With Sedan on York Street▸Nov 20 - A Ford SUV making a left turn struck a Hyundai sedan going straight on York Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered a neck contusion. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, a 2013 Ford SUV was making a left turn on York Street when it collided with a 2009 Hyundai sedan traveling straight east. The sedan's 32-year-old male driver sustained a neck contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The sedan driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage, with the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper impacted. The crash occurred in Brooklyn's 33rd council district.
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SUV Turning Left Hits Parked Sedan▸Nov 19 - A 24-year-old male driver in an SUV turned left on Myrtle Avenue and struck a parked sedan. The impact damaged the SUV’s left front bumper and the sedan’s front end. The driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Myrtle Avenue when a 24-year-old male driver operating a 2023 Nissan SUV was making a left turn and collided with a parked 2021 Audi sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The driver was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash.
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Sedan and Tractor Truck Collide on BQE▸Nov 17 - A sedan and tractor truck crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The sedan driver, a 57-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The impact hit the sedan’s left rear bumper and the truck’s left front bumper. Driver error caused the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involving a 2017 sedan and a 2005 tractor truck diesel, both traveling west. The sedan driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved impact to the left rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the truck. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the primary contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before the crash. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
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19-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal▸Nov 16 - A 19-year-old man was struck on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. He crossed against the signal and suffered abrasions over his entire body. The sedan hit him head-on while traveling west. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Fulton Street at an intersection in Brooklyn. The pedestrian crossed against the signal and was struck by a westbound sedan. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at its center front end. The pedestrian sustained abrasions over his entire body and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing driver errors or vehicle damage. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted, but no driver violations were recorded. The sedan was traveling straight ahead with one occupant. No helmet or signaling factors were involved.
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Restler Supports Safety Boosting Bridge Vending Ban with Designated Spaces▸Nov 16 - Council weighed a citywide bridge vending ban. Residents and tour guides demanded swift removal. Vendors pleaded for compromise. Council Member Restler pushed for designated spaces, not a blanket ban. DOT has no timeline. The fight pits safety and space against livelihoods.
On November 16, 2023, the City Council held a hearing on a proposed ban on street vending across all 789 city bridges. The Department of Transportation (DOT) seeks to prohibit vendors from pedestrian paths, bike lanes, and bridge approaches. The matter, described as a 'span ban,' drew strong public support for restrictions. Council Member Lincoln Restler, representing Brooklyn, stated, 'I am a strong supporter of vending, but it should go in designated spaces... the Brooklyn Bridge is not the place for it.' He thanked DOT for acting to eliminate vending on the bridge, but called for more vendor licenses elsewhere. Vendors and advocates argued the ban is too harsh, urging specific rules instead of a blanket prohibition. DOT will review public comments before finalizing the rule. No timeline has been set.
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Bridge Vending Ban Gains Public Support As Vendors Beg For Compromise,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-16
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Dump Truck Hits E-Bike Passenger on Tillary▸Nov 15 - A dump truck struck an e-bike passenger on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. The 54-year-old woman was ejected and suffered a serious head injury. The driver was distracted. The passenger was confused at the scene. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a dump truck traveling west on Tillary Street collided with an e-bike making a left turn northbound. The impact struck the right front quarter panel of the e-bike and the center front end of the truck. The passenger, a 54-year-old woman on the e-bike, was ejected and sustained a severe head injury, rendering her unconscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with pedestrian/bicyclist confusion. The dump truck driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The injured passenger was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers when driver distraction and rider confusion combine on busy Brooklyn streets.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown on Navy Street▸Nov 14 - An SUV turned left on Navy Street. An e-bike rider went straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew. His head hit pavement. Blood pooled. The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.
A 57-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by an SUV making a left turn at Navy Street and Hudson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right and was inattentive or distracted. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. The report states, 'The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.' The crash left the cyclist in shock. The listed driver errors—Failure to Keep Right and Driver Inattention/Distraction—contributed to the impact. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned as a factor in the report.
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Scooter and E-Bike Collide on Ashland Place▸Nov 11 - Two men collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, 33, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles showed no damage. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a scooter traveling south and an e-bike traveling north collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, a 33-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious after the crash and wearing a helmet. Both vehicles had no visible damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The e-bike driver’s license status is unknown. The crash involved two vulnerable road users on electric vehicles traveling straight ahead from opposite directions.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits 11-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Nov 9 - An unlicensed driver in a sedan struck an 11-year-old boy crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver was starting from parking and hit the pedestrian with the left front bumper.
According to the police report, an unlicensed male driver operating a 2023 Lexus sedan was starting from parking when he struck an 11-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn near Front Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver or pedestrian, but notes the driver was unlicensed. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. There was no vehicle damage reported. The crash highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the vulnerability of children crossing streets outside designated crosswalks.
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Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Left-Turn Crash▸Nov 9 - A 29-year-old woman was struck while crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Tillary Street and Jay Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when an Audi SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Left Brooklyn▸Nov 8 - A motorcycle struck a sedan making a left turn on Livingston Street. The motorcyclist, a 20-year-old man, suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The crash involved improper lane usage and failure to keep right. Both drivers were licensed men.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male motorcyclist traveling west on Livingston Street collided with a sedan making a left turn southwest. The motorcyclist sustained contusions and an injury to his elbow, remaining conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Keep Right." The sedan driver was also licensed and male. The motorcycle's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper were damaged. No helmet or other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The crash highlights dangerous lane use and turning maneuvers on a Brooklyn street.
Nov 29 - A taxi turning right struck an e-bike and a pedestrian on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Both male victims suffered abrasions; the cyclist was ejected and hit his head. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Flatbush Avenue was making a right turn when it collided with an e-bike going straight north and a pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian, a male, sustained abrasions to his face and was conscious after the crash. The e-bike rider, also male and wearing a helmet, was ejected and suffered head abrasions. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond the taxi's turning maneuver. No blame is assigned to the pedestrian or cyclist.
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SUV Left Turn Collides With Sedan on York Street▸Nov 20 - A Ford SUV making a left turn struck a Hyundai sedan going straight on York Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered a neck contusion. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, a 2013 Ford SUV was making a left turn on York Street when it collided with a 2009 Hyundai sedan traveling straight east. The sedan's 32-year-old male driver sustained a neck contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The sedan driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage, with the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper impacted. The crash occurred in Brooklyn's 33rd council district.
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SUV Turning Left Hits Parked Sedan▸Nov 19 - A 24-year-old male driver in an SUV turned left on Myrtle Avenue and struck a parked sedan. The impact damaged the SUV’s left front bumper and the sedan’s front end. The driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Myrtle Avenue when a 24-year-old male driver operating a 2023 Nissan SUV was making a left turn and collided with a parked 2021 Audi sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The driver was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash.
17
Sedan and Tractor Truck Collide on BQE▸Nov 17 - A sedan and tractor truck crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The sedan driver, a 57-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The impact hit the sedan’s left rear bumper and the truck’s left front bumper. Driver error caused the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involving a 2017 sedan and a 2005 tractor truck diesel, both traveling west. The sedan driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved impact to the left rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the truck. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the primary contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before the crash. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
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19-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal▸Nov 16 - A 19-year-old man was struck on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. He crossed against the signal and suffered abrasions over his entire body. The sedan hit him head-on while traveling west. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Fulton Street at an intersection in Brooklyn. The pedestrian crossed against the signal and was struck by a westbound sedan. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at its center front end. The pedestrian sustained abrasions over his entire body and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing driver errors or vehicle damage. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted, but no driver violations were recorded. The sedan was traveling straight ahead with one occupant. No helmet or signaling factors were involved.
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Restler Supports Safety Boosting Bridge Vending Ban with Designated Spaces▸Nov 16 - Council weighed a citywide bridge vending ban. Residents and tour guides demanded swift removal. Vendors pleaded for compromise. Council Member Restler pushed for designated spaces, not a blanket ban. DOT has no timeline. The fight pits safety and space against livelihoods.
On November 16, 2023, the City Council held a hearing on a proposed ban on street vending across all 789 city bridges. The Department of Transportation (DOT) seeks to prohibit vendors from pedestrian paths, bike lanes, and bridge approaches. The matter, described as a 'span ban,' drew strong public support for restrictions. Council Member Lincoln Restler, representing Brooklyn, stated, 'I am a strong supporter of vending, but it should go in designated spaces... the Brooklyn Bridge is not the place for it.' He thanked DOT for acting to eliminate vending on the bridge, but called for more vendor licenses elsewhere. Vendors and advocates argued the ban is too harsh, urging specific rules instead of a blanket prohibition. DOT will review public comments before finalizing the rule. No timeline has been set.
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Bridge Vending Ban Gains Public Support As Vendors Beg For Compromise,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-16
15
Dump Truck Hits E-Bike Passenger on Tillary▸Nov 15 - A dump truck struck an e-bike passenger on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. The 54-year-old woman was ejected and suffered a serious head injury. The driver was distracted. The passenger was confused at the scene. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a dump truck traveling west on Tillary Street collided with an e-bike making a left turn northbound. The impact struck the right front quarter panel of the e-bike and the center front end of the truck. The passenger, a 54-year-old woman on the e-bike, was ejected and sustained a severe head injury, rendering her unconscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with pedestrian/bicyclist confusion. The dump truck driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The injured passenger was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers when driver distraction and rider confusion combine on busy Brooklyn streets.
14
SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown on Navy Street▸Nov 14 - An SUV turned left on Navy Street. An e-bike rider went straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew. His head hit pavement. Blood pooled. The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.
A 57-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by an SUV making a left turn at Navy Street and Hudson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right and was inattentive or distracted. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. The report states, 'The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.' The crash left the cyclist in shock. The listed driver errors—Failure to Keep Right and Driver Inattention/Distraction—contributed to the impact. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned as a factor in the report.
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Scooter and E-Bike Collide on Ashland Place▸Nov 11 - Two men collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, 33, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles showed no damage. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a scooter traveling south and an e-bike traveling north collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, a 33-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious after the crash and wearing a helmet. Both vehicles had no visible damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The e-bike driver’s license status is unknown. The crash involved two vulnerable road users on electric vehicles traveling straight ahead from opposite directions.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits 11-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Nov 9 - An unlicensed driver in a sedan struck an 11-year-old boy crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver was starting from parking and hit the pedestrian with the left front bumper.
According to the police report, an unlicensed male driver operating a 2023 Lexus sedan was starting from parking when he struck an 11-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn near Front Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver or pedestrian, but notes the driver was unlicensed. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. There was no vehicle damage reported. The crash highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the vulnerability of children crossing streets outside designated crosswalks.
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Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Left-Turn Crash▸Nov 9 - A 29-year-old woman was struck while crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Tillary Street and Jay Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when an Audi SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Left Brooklyn▸Nov 8 - A motorcycle struck a sedan making a left turn on Livingston Street. The motorcyclist, a 20-year-old man, suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The crash involved improper lane usage and failure to keep right. Both drivers were licensed men.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male motorcyclist traveling west on Livingston Street collided with a sedan making a left turn southwest. The motorcyclist sustained contusions and an injury to his elbow, remaining conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Keep Right." The sedan driver was also licensed and male. The motorcycle's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper were damaged. No helmet or other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The crash highlights dangerous lane use and turning maneuvers on a Brooklyn street.
Nov 20 - A Ford SUV making a left turn struck a Hyundai sedan going straight on York Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered a neck contusion. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, a 2013 Ford SUV was making a left turn on York Street when it collided with a 2009 Hyundai sedan traveling straight east. The sedan's 32-year-old male driver sustained a neck contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The sedan driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage, with the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper impacted. The crash occurred in Brooklyn's 33rd council district.
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SUV Turning Left Hits Parked Sedan▸Nov 19 - A 24-year-old male driver in an SUV turned left on Myrtle Avenue and struck a parked sedan. The impact damaged the SUV’s left front bumper and the sedan’s front end. The driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Myrtle Avenue when a 24-year-old male driver operating a 2023 Nissan SUV was making a left turn and collided with a parked 2021 Audi sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The driver was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash.
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Sedan and Tractor Truck Collide on BQE▸Nov 17 - A sedan and tractor truck crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The sedan driver, a 57-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The impact hit the sedan’s left rear bumper and the truck’s left front bumper. Driver error caused the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involving a 2017 sedan and a 2005 tractor truck diesel, both traveling west. The sedan driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved impact to the left rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the truck. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the primary contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before the crash. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
16
19-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal▸Nov 16 - A 19-year-old man was struck on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. He crossed against the signal and suffered abrasions over his entire body. The sedan hit him head-on while traveling west. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Fulton Street at an intersection in Brooklyn. The pedestrian crossed against the signal and was struck by a westbound sedan. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at its center front end. The pedestrian sustained abrasions over his entire body and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing driver errors or vehicle damage. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted, but no driver violations were recorded. The sedan was traveling straight ahead with one occupant. No helmet or signaling factors were involved.
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Restler Supports Safety Boosting Bridge Vending Ban with Designated Spaces▸Nov 16 - Council weighed a citywide bridge vending ban. Residents and tour guides demanded swift removal. Vendors pleaded for compromise. Council Member Restler pushed for designated spaces, not a blanket ban. DOT has no timeline. The fight pits safety and space against livelihoods.
On November 16, 2023, the City Council held a hearing on a proposed ban on street vending across all 789 city bridges. The Department of Transportation (DOT) seeks to prohibit vendors from pedestrian paths, bike lanes, and bridge approaches. The matter, described as a 'span ban,' drew strong public support for restrictions. Council Member Lincoln Restler, representing Brooklyn, stated, 'I am a strong supporter of vending, but it should go in designated spaces... the Brooklyn Bridge is not the place for it.' He thanked DOT for acting to eliminate vending on the bridge, but called for more vendor licenses elsewhere. Vendors and advocates argued the ban is too harsh, urging specific rules instead of a blanket prohibition. DOT will review public comments before finalizing the rule. No timeline has been set.
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Bridge Vending Ban Gains Public Support As Vendors Beg For Compromise,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-16
15
Dump Truck Hits E-Bike Passenger on Tillary▸Nov 15 - A dump truck struck an e-bike passenger on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. The 54-year-old woman was ejected and suffered a serious head injury. The driver was distracted. The passenger was confused at the scene. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a dump truck traveling west on Tillary Street collided with an e-bike making a left turn northbound. The impact struck the right front quarter panel of the e-bike and the center front end of the truck. The passenger, a 54-year-old woman on the e-bike, was ejected and sustained a severe head injury, rendering her unconscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with pedestrian/bicyclist confusion. The dump truck driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The injured passenger was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers when driver distraction and rider confusion combine on busy Brooklyn streets.
14
SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown on Navy Street▸Nov 14 - An SUV turned left on Navy Street. An e-bike rider went straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew. His head hit pavement. Blood pooled. The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.
A 57-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by an SUV making a left turn at Navy Street and Hudson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right and was inattentive or distracted. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. The report states, 'The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.' The crash left the cyclist in shock. The listed driver errors—Failure to Keep Right and Driver Inattention/Distraction—contributed to the impact. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned as a factor in the report.
11
Scooter and E-Bike Collide on Ashland Place▸Nov 11 - Two men collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, 33, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles showed no damage. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a scooter traveling south and an e-bike traveling north collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, a 33-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious after the crash and wearing a helmet. Both vehicles had no visible damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The e-bike driver’s license status is unknown. The crash involved two vulnerable road users on electric vehicles traveling straight ahead from opposite directions.
9
Unlicensed Driver Hits 11-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Nov 9 - An unlicensed driver in a sedan struck an 11-year-old boy crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver was starting from parking and hit the pedestrian with the left front bumper.
According to the police report, an unlicensed male driver operating a 2023 Lexus sedan was starting from parking when he struck an 11-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn near Front Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver or pedestrian, but notes the driver was unlicensed. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. There was no vehicle damage reported. The crash highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the vulnerability of children crossing streets outside designated crosswalks.
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Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Left-Turn Crash▸Nov 9 - A 29-year-old woman was struck while crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Tillary Street and Jay Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when an Audi SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Left Brooklyn▸Nov 8 - A motorcycle struck a sedan making a left turn on Livingston Street. The motorcyclist, a 20-year-old man, suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The crash involved improper lane usage and failure to keep right. Both drivers were licensed men.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male motorcyclist traveling west on Livingston Street collided with a sedan making a left turn southwest. The motorcyclist sustained contusions and an injury to his elbow, remaining conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Keep Right." The sedan driver was also licensed and male. The motorcycle's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper were damaged. No helmet or other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The crash highlights dangerous lane use and turning maneuvers on a Brooklyn street.
Nov 19 - A 24-year-old male driver in an SUV turned left on Myrtle Avenue and struck a parked sedan. The impact damaged the SUV’s left front bumper and the sedan’s front end. The driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Myrtle Avenue when a 24-year-old male driver operating a 2023 Nissan SUV was making a left turn and collided with a parked 2021 Audi sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The driver was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash.
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Sedan and Tractor Truck Collide on BQE▸Nov 17 - A sedan and tractor truck crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The sedan driver, a 57-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The impact hit the sedan’s left rear bumper and the truck’s left front bumper. Driver error caused the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involving a 2017 sedan and a 2005 tractor truck diesel, both traveling west. The sedan driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved impact to the left rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the truck. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the primary contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before the crash. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
16
19-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal▸Nov 16 - A 19-year-old man was struck on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. He crossed against the signal and suffered abrasions over his entire body. The sedan hit him head-on while traveling west. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Fulton Street at an intersection in Brooklyn. The pedestrian crossed against the signal and was struck by a westbound sedan. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at its center front end. The pedestrian sustained abrasions over his entire body and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing driver errors or vehicle damage. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted, but no driver violations were recorded. The sedan was traveling straight ahead with one occupant. No helmet or signaling factors were involved.
16
Restler Supports Safety Boosting Bridge Vending Ban with Designated Spaces▸Nov 16 - Council weighed a citywide bridge vending ban. Residents and tour guides demanded swift removal. Vendors pleaded for compromise. Council Member Restler pushed for designated spaces, not a blanket ban. DOT has no timeline. The fight pits safety and space against livelihoods.
On November 16, 2023, the City Council held a hearing on a proposed ban on street vending across all 789 city bridges. The Department of Transportation (DOT) seeks to prohibit vendors from pedestrian paths, bike lanes, and bridge approaches. The matter, described as a 'span ban,' drew strong public support for restrictions. Council Member Lincoln Restler, representing Brooklyn, stated, 'I am a strong supporter of vending, but it should go in designated spaces... the Brooklyn Bridge is not the place for it.' He thanked DOT for acting to eliminate vending on the bridge, but called for more vendor licenses elsewhere. Vendors and advocates argued the ban is too harsh, urging specific rules instead of a blanket prohibition. DOT will review public comments before finalizing the rule. No timeline has been set.
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Bridge Vending Ban Gains Public Support As Vendors Beg For Compromise,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-16
15
Dump Truck Hits E-Bike Passenger on Tillary▸Nov 15 - A dump truck struck an e-bike passenger on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. The 54-year-old woman was ejected and suffered a serious head injury. The driver was distracted. The passenger was confused at the scene. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a dump truck traveling west on Tillary Street collided with an e-bike making a left turn northbound. The impact struck the right front quarter panel of the e-bike and the center front end of the truck. The passenger, a 54-year-old woman on the e-bike, was ejected and sustained a severe head injury, rendering her unconscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with pedestrian/bicyclist confusion. The dump truck driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The injured passenger was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers when driver distraction and rider confusion combine on busy Brooklyn streets.
14
SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown on Navy Street▸Nov 14 - An SUV turned left on Navy Street. An e-bike rider went straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew. His head hit pavement. Blood pooled. The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.
A 57-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by an SUV making a left turn at Navy Street and Hudson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right and was inattentive or distracted. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. The report states, 'The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.' The crash left the cyclist in shock. The listed driver errors—Failure to Keep Right and Driver Inattention/Distraction—contributed to the impact. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned as a factor in the report.
11
Scooter and E-Bike Collide on Ashland Place▸Nov 11 - Two men collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, 33, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles showed no damage. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a scooter traveling south and an e-bike traveling north collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, a 33-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious after the crash and wearing a helmet. Both vehicles had no visible damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The e-bike driver’s license status is unknown. The crash involved two vulnerable road users on electric vehicles traveling straight ahead from opposite directions.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits 11-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Nov 9 - An unlicensed driver in a sedan struck an 11-year-old boy crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver was starting from parking and hit the pedestrian with the left front bumper.
According to the police report, an unlicensed male driver operating a 2023 Lexus sedan was starting from parking when he struck an 11-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn near Front Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver or pedestrian, but notes the driver was unlicensed. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. There was no vehicle damage reported. The crash highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the vulnerability of children crossing streets outside designated crosswalks.
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Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Left-Turn Crash▸Nov 9 - A 29-year-old woman was struck while crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Tillary Street and Jay Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when an Audi SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Left Brooklyn▸Nov 8 - A motorcycle struck a sedan making a left turn on Livingston Street. The motorcyclist, a 20-year-old man, suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The crash involved improper lane usage and failure to keep right. Both drivers were licensed men.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male motorcyclist traveling west on Livingston Street collided with a sedan making a left turn southwest. The motorcyclist sustained contusions and an injury to his elbow, remaining conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Keep Right." The sedan driver was also licensed and male. The motorcycle's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper were damaged. No helmet or other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The crash highlights dangerous lane use and turning maneuvers on a Brooklyn street.
Nov 17 - A sedan and tractor truck crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The sedan driver, a 57-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The impact hit the sedan’s left rear bumper and the truck’s left front bumper. Driver error caused the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involving a 2017 sedan and a 2005 tractor truck diesel, both traveling west. The sedan driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved impact to the left rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the truck. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the primary contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before the crash. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
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19-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal▸Nov 16 - A 19-year-old man was struck on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. He crossed against the signal and suffered abrasions over his entire body. The sedan hit him head-on while traveling west. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Fulton Street at an intersection in Brooklyn. The pedestrian crossed against the signal and was struck by a westbound sedan. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at its center front end. The pedestrian sustained abrasions over his entire body and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing driver errors or vehicle damage. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted, but no driver violations were recorded. The sedan was traveling straight ahead with one occupant. No helmet or signaling factors were involved.
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Restler Supports Safety Boosting Bridge Vending Ban with Designated Spaces▸Nov 16 - Council weighed a citywide bridge vending ban. Residents and tour guides demanded swift removal. Vendors pleaded for compromise. Council Member Restler pushed for designated spaces, not a blanket ban. DOT has no timeline. The fight pits safety and space against livelihoods.
On November 16, 2023, the City Council held a hearing on a proposed ban on street vending across all 789 city bridges. The Department of Transportation (DOT) seeks to prohibit vendors from pedestrian paths, bike lanes, and bridge approaches. The matter, described as a 'span ban,' drew strong public support for restrictions. Council Member Lincoln Restler, representing Brooklyn, stated, 'I am a strong supporter of vending, but it should go in designated spaces... the Brooklyn Bridge is not the place for it.' He thanked DOT for acting to eliminate vending on the bridge, but called for more vendor licenses elsewhere. Vendors and advocates argued the ban is too harsh, urging specific rules instead of a blanket prohibition. DOT will review public comments before finalizing the rule. No timeline has been set.
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Bridge Vending Ban Gains Public Support As Vendors Beg For Compromise,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-16
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Dump Truck Hits E-Bike Passenger on Tillary▸Nov 15 - A dump truck struck an e-bike passenger on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. The 54-year-old woman was ejected and suffered a serious head injury. The driver was distracted. The passenger was confused at the scene. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a dump truck traveling west on Tillary Street collided with an e-bike making a left turn northbound. The impact struck the right front quarter panel of the e-bike and the center front end of the truck. The passenger, a 54-year-old woman on the e-bike, was ejected and sustained a severe head injury, rendering her unconscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with pedestrian/bicyclist confusion. The dump truck driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The injured passenger was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers when driver distraction and rider confusion combine on busy Brooklyn streets.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown on Navy Street▸Nov 14 - An SUV turned left on Navy Street. An e-bike rider went straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew. His head hit pavement. Blood pooled. The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.
A 57-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by an SUV making a left turn at Navy Street and Hudson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right and was inattentive or distracted. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. The report states, 'The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.' The crash left the cyclist in shock. The listed driver errors—Failure to Keep Right and Driver Inattention/Distraction—contributed to the impact. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned as a factor in the report.
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Scooter and E-Bike Collide on Ashland Place▸Nov 11 - Two men collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, 33, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles showed no damage. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a scooter traveling south and an e-bike traveling north collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, a 33-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious after the crash and wearing a helmet. Both vehicles had no visible damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The e-bike driver’s license status is unknown. The crash involved two vulnerable road users on electric vehicles traveling straight ahead from opposite directions.
9
Unlicensed Driver Hits 11-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Nov 9 - An unlicensed driver in a sedan struck an 11-year-old boy crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver was starting from parking and hit the pedestrian with the left front bumper.
According to the police report, an unlicensed male driver operating a 2023 Lexus sedan was starting from parking when he struck an 11-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn near Front Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver or pedestrian, but notes the driver was unlicensed. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. There was no vehicle damage reported. The crash highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the vulnerability of children crossing streets outside designated crosswalks.
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Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Left-Turn Crash▸Nov 9 - A 29-year-old woman was struck while crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Tillary Street and Jay Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when an Audi SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Left Brooklyn▸Nov 8 - A motorcycle struck a sedan making a left turn on Livingston Street. The motorcyclist, a 20-year-old man, suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The crash involved improper lane usage and failure to keep right. Both drivers were licensed men.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male motorcyclist traveling west on Livingston Street collided with a sedan making a left turn southwest. The motorcyclist sustained contusions and an injury to his elbow, remaining conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Keep Right." The sedan driver was also licensed and male. The motorcycle's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper were damaged. No helmet or other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The crash highlights dangerous lane use and turning maneuvers on a Brooklyn street.
Nov 16 - A 19-year-old man was struck on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. He crossed against the signal and suffered abrasions over his entire body. The sedan hit him head-on while traveling west. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Fulton Street at an intersection in Brooklyn. The pedestrian crossed against the signal and was struck by a westbound sedan. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at its center front end. The pedestrian sustained abrasions over his entire body and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing driver errors or vehicle damage. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted, but no driver violations were recorded. The sedan was traveling straight ahead with one occupant. No helmet or signaling factors were involved.
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Restler Supports Safety Boosting Bridge Vending Ban with Designated Spaces▸Nov 16 - Council weighed a citywide bridge vending ban. Residents and tour guides demanded swift removal. Vendors pleaded for compromise. Council Member Restler pushed for designated spaces, not a blanket ban. DOT has no timeline. The fight pits safety and space against livelihoods.
On November 16, 2023, the City Council held a hearing on a proposed ban on street vending across all 789 city bridges. The Department of Transportation (DOT) seeks to prohibit vendors from pedestrian paths, bike lanes, and bridge approaches. The matter, described as a 'span ban,' drew strong public support for restrictions. Council Member Lincoln Restler, representing Brooklyn, stated, 'I am a strong supporter of vending, but it should go in designated spaces... the Brooklyn Bridge is not the place for it.' He thanked DOT for acting to eliminate vending on the bridge, but called for more vendor licenses elsewhere. Vendors and advocates argued the ban is too harsh, urging specific rules instead of a blanket prohibition. DOT will review public comments before finalizing the rule. No timeline has been set.
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Bridge Vending Ban Gains Public Support As Vendors Beg For Compromise,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-16
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Dump Truck Hits E-Bike Passenger on Tillary▸Nov 15 - A dump truck struck an e-bike passenger on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. The 54-year-old woman was ejected and suffered a serious head injury. The driver was distracted. The passenger was confused at the scene. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a dump truck traveling west on Tillary Street collided with an e-bike making a left turn northbound. The impact struck the right front quarter panel of the e-bike and the center front end of the truck. The passenger, a 54-year-old woman on the e-bike, was ejected and sustained a severe head injury, rendering her unconscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with pedestrian/bicyclist confusion. The dump truck driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The injured passenger was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers when driver distraction and rider confusion combine on busy Brooklyn streets.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown on Navy Street▸Nov 14 - An SUV turned left on Navy Street. An e-bike rider went straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew. His head hit pavement. Blood pooled. The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.
A 57-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by an SUV making a left turn at Navy Street and Hudson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right and was inattentive or distracted. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. The report states, 'The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.' The crash left the cyclist in shock. The listed driver errors—Failure to Keep Right and Driver Inattention/Distraction—contributed to the impact. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned as a factor in the report.
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Scooter and E-Bike Collide on Ashland Place▸Nov 11 - Two men collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, 33, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles showed no damage. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a scooter traveling south and an e-bike traveling north collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, a 33-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious after the crash and wearing a helmet. Both vehicles had no visible damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The e-bike driver’s license status is unknown. The crash involved two vulnerable road users on electric vehicles traveling straight ahead from opposite directions.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits 11-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Nov 9 - An unlicensed driver in a sedan struck an 11-year-old boy crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver was starting from parking and hit the pedestrian with the left front bumper.
According to the police report, an unlicensed male driver operating a 2023 Lexus sedan was starting from parking when he struck an 11-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn near Front Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver or pedestrian, but notes the driver was unlicensed. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. There was no vehicle damage reported. The crash highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the vulnerability of children crossing streets outside designated crosswalks.
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Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Left-Turn Crash▸Nov 9 - A 29-year-old woman was struck while crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Tillary Street and Jay Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when an Audi SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Left Brooklyn▸Nov 8 - A motorcycle struck a sedan making a left turn on Livingston Street. The motorcyclist, a 20-year-old man, suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The crash involved improper lane usage and failure to keep right. Both drivers were licensed men.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male motorcyclist traveling west on Livingston Street collided with a sedan making a left turn southwest. The motorcyclist sustained contusions and an injury to his elbow, remaining conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Keep Right." The sedan driver was also licensed and male. The motorcycle's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper were damaged. No helmet or other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The crash highlights dangerous lane use and turning maneuvers on a Brooklyn street.
Nov 16 - Council weighed a citywide bridge vending ban. Residents and tour guides demanded swift removal. Vendors pleaded for compromise. Council Member Restler pushed for designated spaces, not a blanket ban. DOT has no timeline. The fight pits safety and space against livelihoods.
On November 16, 2023, the City Council held a hearing on a proposed ban on street vending across all 789 city bridges. The Department of Transportation (DOT) seeks to prohibit vendors from pedestrian paths, bike lanes, and bridge approaches. The matter, described as a 'span ban,' drew strong public support for restrictions. Council Member Lincoln Restler, representing Brooklyn, stated, 'I am a strong supporter of vending, but it should go in designated spaces... the Brooklyn Bridge is not the place for it.' He thanked DOT for acting to eliminate vending on the bridge, but called for more vendor licenses elsewhere. Vendors and advocates argued the ban is too harsh, urging specific rules instead of a blanket prohibition. DOT will review public comments before finalizing the rule. No timeline has been set.
- Bridge Vending Ban Gains Public Support As Vendors Beg For Compromise, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-11-16
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Dump Truck Hits E-Bike Passenger on Tillary▸Nov 15 - A dump truck struck an e-bike passenger on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. The 54-year-old woman was ejected and suffered a serious head injury. The driver was distracted. The passenger was confused at the scene. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a dump truck traveling west on Tillary Street collided with an e-bike making a left turn northbound. The impact struck the right front quarter panel of the e-bike and the center front end of the truck. The passenger, a 54-year-old woman on the e-bike, was ejected and sustained a severe head injury, rendering her unconscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with pedestrian/bicyclist confusion. The dump truck driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The injured passenger was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers when driver distraction and rider confusion combine on busy Brooklyn streets.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown on Navy Street▸Nov 14 - An SUV turned left on Navy Street. An e-bike rider went straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew. His head hit pavement. Blood pooled. The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.
A 57-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by an SUV making a left turn at Navy Street and Hudson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right and was inattentive or distracted. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. The report states, 'The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.' The crash left the cyclist in shock. The listed driver errors—Failure to Keep Right and Driver Inattention/Distraction—contributed to the impact. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned as a factor in the report.
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Scooter and E-Bike Collide on Ashland Place▸Nov 11 - Two men collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, 33, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles showed no damage. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a scooter traveling south and an e-bike traveling north collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, a 33-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious after the crash and wearing a helmet. Both vehicles had no visible damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The e-bike driver’s license status is unknown. The crash involved two vulnerable road users on electric vehicles traveling straight ahead from opposite directions.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits 11-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Nov 9 - An unlicensed driver in a sedan struck an 11-year-old boy crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver was starting from parking and hit the pedestrian with the left front bumper.
According to the police report, an unlicensed male driver operating a 2023 Lexus sedan was starting from parking when he struck an 11-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn near Front Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver or pedestrian, but notes the driver was unlicensed. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. There was no vehicle damage reported. The crash highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the vulnerability of children crossing streets outside designated crosswalks.
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Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Left-Turn Crash▸Nov 9 - A 29-year-old woman was struck while crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Tillary Street and Jay Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when an Audi SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Left Brooklyn▸Nov 8 - A motorcycle struck a sedan making a left turn on Livingston Street. The motorcyclist, a 20-year-old man, suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The crash involved improper lane usage and failure to keep right. Both drivers were licensed men.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male motorcyclist traveling west on Livingston Street collided with a sedan making a left turn southwest. The motorcyclist sustained contusions and an injury to his elbow, remaining conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Keep Right." The sedan driver was also licensed and male. The motorcycle's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper were damaged. No helmet or other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The crash highlights dangerous lane use and turning maneuvers on a Brooklyn street.
Nov 15 - A dump truck struck an e-bike passenger on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. The 54-year-old woman was ejected and suffered a serious head injury. The driver was distracted. The passenger was confused at the scene. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a dump truck traveling west on Tillary Street collided with an e-bike making a left turn northbound. The impact struck the right front quarter panel of the e-bike and the center front end of the truck. The passenger, a 54-year-old woman on the e-bike, was ejected and sustained a severe head injury, rendering her unconscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with pedestrian/bicyclist confusion. The dump truck driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The injured passenger was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers when driver distraction and rider confusion combine on busy Brooklyn streets.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown on Navy Street▸Nov 14 - An SUV turned left on Navy Street. An e-bike rider went straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew. His head hit pavement. Blood pooled. The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.
A 57-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by an SUV making a left turn at Navy Street and Hudson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right and was inattentive or distracted. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. The report states, 'The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.' The crash left the cyclist in shock. The listed driver errors—Failure to Keep Right and Driver Inattention/Distraction—contributed to the impact. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned as a factor in the report.
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Scooter and E-Bike Collide on Ashland Place▸Nov 11 - Two men collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, 33, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles showed no damage. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a scooter traveling south and an e-bike traveling north collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, a 33-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious after the crash and wearing a helmet. Both vehicles had no visible damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The e-bike driver’s license status is unknown. The crash involved two vulnerable road users on electric vehicles traveling straight ahead from opposite directions.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits 11-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Nov 9 - An unlicensed driver in a sedan struck an 11-year-old boy crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver was starting from parking and hit the pedestrian with the left front bumper.
According to the police report, an unlicensed male driver operating a 2023 Lexus sedan was starting from parking when he struck an 11-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn near Front Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver or pedestrian, but notes the driver was unlicensed. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. There was no vehicle damage reported. The crash highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the vulnerability of children crossing streets outside designated crosswalks.
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Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Left-Turn Crash▸Nov 9 - A 29-year-old woman was struck while crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Tillary Street and Jay Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when an Audi SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Left Brooklyn▸Nov 8 - A motorcycle struck a sedan making a left turn on Livingston Street. The motorcyclist, a 20-year-old man, suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The crash involved improper lane usage and failure to keep right. Both drivers were licensed men.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male motorcyclist traveling west on Livingston Street collided with a sedan making a left turn southwest. The motorcyclist sustained contusions and an injury to his elbow, remaining conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Keep Right." The sedan driver was also licensed and male. The motorcycle's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper were damaged. No helmet or other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The crash highlights dangerous lane use and turning maneuvers on a Brooklyn street.
Nov 14 - An SUV turned left on Navy Street. An e-bike rider went straight. Steel struck flesh. The man flew. His head hit pavement. Blood pooled. The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.
A 57-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by an SUV making a left turn at Navy Street and Hudson Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right and was inattentive or distracted. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. The report states, 'The driver looked too late. The street fell silent.' The crash left the cyclist in shock. The listed driver errors—Failure to Keep Right and Driver Inattention/Distraction—contributed to the impact. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned as a factor in the report.
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Scooter and E-Bike Collide on Ashland Place▸Nov 11 - Two men collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, 33, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles showed no damage. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a scooter traveling south and an e-bike traveling north collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, a 33-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious after the crash and wearing a helmet. Both vehicles had no visible damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The e-bike driver’s license status is unknown. The crash involved two vulnerable road users on electric vehicles traveling straight ahead from opposite directions.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits 11-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Nov 9 - An unlicensed driver in a sedan struck an 11-year-old boy crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver was starting from parking and hit the pedestrian with the left front bumper.
According to the police report, an unlicensed male driver operating a 2023 Lexus sedan was starting from parking when he struck an 11-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn near Front Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver or pedestrian, but notes the driver was unlicensed. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. There was no vehicle damage reported. The crash highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the vulnerability of children crossing streets outside designated crosswalks.
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Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Left-Turn Crash▸Nov 9 - A 29-year-old woman was struck while crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Tillary Street and Jay Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when an Audi SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Left Brooklyn▸Nov 8 - A motorcycle struck a sedan making a left turn on Livingston Street. The motorcyclist, a 20-year-old man, suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The crash involved improper lane usage and failure to keep right. Both drivers were licensed men.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male motorcyclist traveling west on Livingston Street collided with a sedan making a left turn southwest. The motorcyclist sustained contusions and an injury to his elbow, remaining conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Keep Right." The sedan driver was also licensed and male. The motorcycle's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper were damaged. No helmet or other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The crash highlights dangerous lane use and turning maneuvers on a Brooklyn street.
Nov 11 - Two men collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, 33, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles showed no damage. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a scooter traveling south and an e-bike traveling north collided head-on on Ashland Place. The scooter driver, a 33-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious after the crash and wearing a helmet. Both vehicles had no visible damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The e-bike driver’s license status is unknown. The crash involved two vulnerable road users on electric vehicles traveling straight ahead from opposite directions.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits 11-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Nov 9 - An unlicensed driver in a sedan struck an 11-year-old boy crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver was starting from parking and hit the pedestrian with the left front bumper.
According to the police report, an unlicensed male driver operating a 2023 Lexus sedan was starting from parking when he struck an 11-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn near Front Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver or pedestrian, but notes the driver was unlicensed. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. There was no vehicle damage reported. The crash highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the vulnerability of children crossing streets outside designated crosswalks.
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Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Left-Turn Crash▸Nov 9 - A 29-year-old woman was struck while crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Tillary Street and Jay Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when an Audi SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Left Brooklyn▸Nov 8 - A motorcycle struck a sedan making a left turn on Livingston Street. The motorcyclist, a 20-year-old man, suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The crash involved improper lane usage and failure to keep right. Both drivers were licensed men.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male motorcyclist traveling west on Livingston Street collided with a sedan making a left turn southwest. The motorcyclist sustained contusions and an injury to his elbow, remaining conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Keep Right." The sedan driver was also licensed and male. The motorcycle's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper were damaged. No helmet or other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The crash highlights dangerous lane use and turning maneuvers on a Brooklyn street.
Nov 9 - An unlicensed driver in a sedan struck an 11-year-old boy crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver was starting from parking and hit the pedestrian with the left front bumper.
According to the police report, an unlicensed male driver operating a 2023 Lexus sedan was starting from parking when he struck an 11-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn near Front Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver or pedestrian, but notes the driver was unlicensed. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. There was no vehicle damage reported. The crash highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the vulnerability of children crossing streets outside designated crosswalks.
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Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Left-Turn Crash▸Nov 9 - A 29-year-old woman was struck while crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Tillary Street and Jay Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when an Audi SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Left Brooklyn▸Nov 8 - A motorcycle struck a sedan making a left turn on Livingston Street. The motorcyclist, a 20-year-old man, suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The crash involved improper lane usage and failure to keep right. Both drivers were licensed men.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male motorcyclist traveling west on Livingston Street collided with a sedan making a left turn southwest. The motorcyclist sustained contusions and an injury to his elbow, remaining conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Keep Right." The sedan driver was also licensed and male. The motorcycle's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper were damaged. No helmet or other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The crash highlights dangerous lane use and turning maneuvers on a Brooklyn street.
Nov 9 - A 29-year-old woman was struck while crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Tillary Street and Jay Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when an Audi SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Left Brooklyn▸Nov 8 - A motorcycle struck a sedan making a left turn on Livingston Street. The motorcyclist, a 20-year-old man, suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The crash involved improper lane usage and failure to keep right. Both drivers were licensed men.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male motorcyclist traveling west on Livingston Street collided with a sedan making a left turn southwest. The motorcyclist sustained contusions and an injury to his elbow, remaining conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Keep Right." The sedan driver was also licensed and male. The motorcycle's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper were damaged. No helmet or other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The crash highlights dangerous lane use and turning maneuvers on a Brooklyn street.
Nov 8 - A motorcycle struck a sedan making a left turn on Livingston Street. The motorcyclist, a 20-year-old man, suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The crash involved improper lane usage and failure to keep right. Both drivers were licensed men.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male motorcyclist traveling west on Livingston Street collided with a sedan making a left turn southwest. The motorcyclist sustained contusions and an injury to his elbow, remaining conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Keep Right." The sedan driver was also licensed and male. The motorcycle's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper were damaged. No helmet or other safety equipment was noted as a contributing factor. The crash highlights dangerous lane use and turning maneuvers on a Brooklyn street.