Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Brooklyn CB3?
Brooklyn Bleeds While City Stalls
Brooklyn CB3: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 31, 2025
The Death Count Rises
Five people are dead. Sixteen more are marked with serious injuries. In the last twelve months alone, Brooklyn CB3 saw 1,514 crashes. These are not just numbers—they are bodies on the street and families left with empty chairs.
A 79-year-old woman was killed crossing with the signal at Herkimer and New York Avenue. She was hit by two SUVs. She did not make it home, according to NYC Open Data.
A 32-year-old woman died on Van Buren Street, crushed by an SUV. She was not at an intersection. She was not given a chance.
The Usual Suspects
SUVs and cars do most of the killing. Of the deaths and injuries to pedestrians, SUVs and sedans are the main weapons. Trucks and buses add to the toll. Bikes and mopeds are in the mix, but the carnage is driven by heavy, fast vehicles.
Leaders Speak, Streets Wait
Council Member Chi Ossé called out the city for stalling on the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. “The Bedford Avenue bike lane has been unacceptably dangerous since it was first laid, and for years, the people of my district have been promised that it would be protected,” he said. The lane is still not built. The danger remains.
Assembly Member Stefani Zinerman questioned the safety benefits of protected bike lanes. DOT officials answered with numbers: a 21% drop in pedestrian injuries where protected lanes exist. Still, the lanes are delayed, as Streetsblog NYC reports.
The Cost of Delay
Every day of delay is another roll of the dice. The city has the power to lower speed limits, build real protection, and take the side of people walking and biking. Instead, the streets stay the same. The bodies keep coming.
Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand action. The dead cannot speak. The living must.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Brooklyn CB3 sit politically?
▸ Which areas are in Brooklyn CB3?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Brooklyn CB3?
▸ Are these crashes preventable or just 'accidents'?
▸ What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
▸ What is CrashCount?
Citations
▸ Citations
- Cyclist Injured on Unprotected McGuinness, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-20
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4676203 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
- Council Member Chi Ossé Blasts DOT For Delaying — And Maybe Killing — Bedford Ave Bike Lane, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-11-02
- DOT’s Long-Awaited Bedford Avenue Protected Bike Lane Has Widespread Support (Except for The Usual Critics), Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-04-28
- Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-30
- Sunset Park Hit-and-Run Spurs Demands, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-24
- Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-23
- Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-25
- Cyclist Injured on Unprotected McGuinness, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-20
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- File S 3304, Open States, Published 2023-01-30
- Activists rail against Hochul’s congestion pricing delay, call for accessibility upgrades to Bed-Stuy subway station, brooklynpaper.com, Published 2024-07-11
- Brooklynites fume over congestion pricing delay: ‘Kathy Hochul has betrayed us’, brooklynpaper.com, Published 2024-06-10
- Hochul’s Bid to Stop Congestion Pricing Might Be Illegal, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-06-10
Other Representatives
District 56
1368 Fulton St. 3rd Floor, NW, Brooklyn, NY 11216
Room 553, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 36
1360 Fulton Street, Suite 500, Brooklyn, NY 11216
718-919-0740
250 Broadway, Suite 1743, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7354
District 25
906 Broadway 2nd Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Room 805, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Brooklyn CB3 Brooklyn Community Board 3 sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 79, District 36, AD 56, SD 25.
It contains Bedford-Stuyvesant (West), Bedford-Stuyvesant (East).
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Brooklyn Community Board 3
Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks▸A man fell onto Prospect Park subway tracks during a fight. The train struck him. He died at the scene. Police questioned the other person. The platform became a place of sudden death.
NY Daily News (2025-07-30) reports a man died after falling onto the tracks at Prospect Park station during a fight. Police said, "As the fight escalated, he landed on the train tracks and was struck by an oncoming train." The victim suffered fatal head trauma. The other person involved was taken into custody for questioning. No charges were filed at the time. The article does not specify if the man fell or was pushed. The incident highlights the dangers of open subway platforms and the risks faced by riders in moments of conflict.
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Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-30
Distracted Driver Strikes Cyclist on Stuyvesant▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Stuyvesant Ave. The cyclist suffered a hip injury. Police cite driver inattention. System failed to protect the vulnerable. Metal met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at Stuyvesant Ave and Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 52-year-old man, suffered a hip injury and bruising. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. The crash highlights the risk faced by people on bikes when drivers lose focus. The report lists no errors by the cyclist.
Concrete Mixer Hits Teen Cyclist on Dekalb▸A concrete mixer struck a 19-year-old e-bike rider on Dekalb Ave. The cyclist suffered a head injury. Fatigue played a role. Heavy steel met flesh. Brooklyn street, broad daylight.
A concrete mixer and an e-bike collided on Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. The 19-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering a head contusion. According to the police report, 'Fatigued/Drowsy' was listed as a contributing factor for both drivers. The truck driver was licensed; the e-bike rider was not. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the danger when large vehicles and vulnerable road users share city streets.
2SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Riders Injured on Flushing Ave▸SUV and motorcycle collide on Flushing Ave. Both motorcycle riders suffer leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A collision on Flushing Ave at Harrison Ave in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV. Two people on the motorcycle, a 47-year-old man and a 48-year-old woman, were injured with abrasions to their legs. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely.' The SUV and motorcycle were both making left turns when they collided. The report lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and follow too closely.
Improper Turn and Speed Injure Motorcyclist on Fulton▸A sedan turned improperly on Fulton. A motorcycle struck. The rider was ejected, bleeding from the head. Unsafe speed and a bad turn left one man hurt. Brooklyn street, rush hour, danger in motion.
A sedan making a U-turn on Fulton Street collided with a motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan had two occupants, both uninjured. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet. The crash highlights the danger when drivers turn improperly and speed on busy Brooklyn streets.
Cyclist Ejected After Sedan Door Strike on Fulton▸A cyclist slammed into a parked sedan’s door on Fulton. He flew from his bike, bruised and bleeding. The street stayed busy. The car’s left doors crumpled. The city kept moving.
A cyclist, age 30, was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked sedan on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a sedan, with the cyclist ejected and suffering a leg injury and bruising. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
E-Bike Rider Struck by Sedan on Marcy Ave▸A sedan hit an e-bike on Marcy Ave at Dekalb. The cyclist took a blow to the head. Blood on the street. Police cite traffic control ignored. System failed the vulnerable again.
An e-bike rider, age 27, suffered a head injury with minor bleeding after a collision with a sedan on Marcy Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The cyclist was in shock. Two car occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
SUV Swerves Into Cyclist On Fulton Street▸SUV veered on Fulton. Cyclist struck, arm bruised. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. Bike rider left hurt. Streets stay dangerous.
A cyclist was injured when an SUV changed lanes unsafely on Fulton Street at Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver was inattentive and made an unsafe lane change, striking the 32-year-old male cyclist. The cyclist suffered a contusion and injuries to his arm. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver’s errors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸A judge stopped the city from tearing out Bedford Avenue’s only protected bike lane. The fight over safety and street space continues. Cyclists and pedestrians wait as legal battles stall change.
Streetsblog NYC reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge halted Mayor Adams’s plan to remove a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Judge Ventura issued a restraining order after Transportation Alternatives and Baruch Herzfeld appealed the city’s move. The city had planned to start demolition after complaints from local leaders, but the court’s order blocks any changes until further review. Streetsblog quotes Ben Furnas: 'The Adams administration is going to have to spend their night preparing their legal case, not ripping out a critical safety project.' The article highlights weak enforcement of parking rules and the city’s reversal against its own DOT’s safety plan. The case underscores how political pressure and lax enforcement can threaten vulnerable road users.
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Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-15
Rear-End Crash on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Marcus Garvey. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely and reacting to another vehicle. Metal and bodies took the impact. The street stayed dangerous.
A rear-end collision involving two sedans unfolded on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St in Brooklyn. One driver, a 29-year-old woman, sustained back injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Other occupants reported no injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south when the impact struck. The report lists driver errors as the primary factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on Stuyvesant▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Stuyvesant Ave. The rider, 47, suffered crush injuries to his arm. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The cyclist wore a helmet.
A sedan struck a 47-year-old bicyclist on Stuyvesant Avenue at Mac Donough Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his upper arm and was partially ejected but remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was damaged at the front. The report lists no other injuries.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
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Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Jeep Turns Left, Moped Rider Thrown on Gates Ave▸A Jeep turned left on Gates Ave. It struck a moped. The rider, 22, was thrown and hit his head. He lay in shock. Police cite failure to yield. The street swallowed another body.
A Jeep making a left turn at 835 Gates Ave in Brooklyn struck a moped traveling straight. The 22-year-old moped rider was partially ejected and suffered a head injury, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The Jeep's left front bumper hit the moped, damaging both vehicles. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The moped rider was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but the primary cause remains the driver's failure to yield.
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
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Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
E-Bike Rider Injured by Speeding Sedan on Park Ave▸A sedan struck an e-bike on Park Ave. The cyclist suffered fractures and shock. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider was hit by a sedan on Park Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered fractures and shock. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. The e-bike driver was unlicensed. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash left the cyclist with injuries to his entire body. Systemic danger remains for those outside cars.
A man fell onto Prospect Park subway tracks during a fight. The train struck him. He died at the scene. Police questioned the other person. The platform became a place of sudden death.
NY Daily News (2025-07-30) reports a man died after falling onto the tracks at Prospect Park station during a fight. Police said, "As the fight escalated, he landed on the train tracks and was struck by an oncoming train." The victim suffered fatal head trauma. The other person involved was taken into custody for questioning. No charges were filed at the time. The article does not specify if the man fell or was pushed. The incident highlights the dangers of open subway platforms and the risks faced by riders in moments of conflict.
- Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-30
Distracted Driver Strikes Cyclist on Stuyvesant▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Stuyvesant Ave. The cyclist suffered a hip injury. Police cite driver inattention. System failed to protect the vulnerable. Metal met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at Stuyvesant Ave and Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 52-year-old man, suffered a hip injury and bruising. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. The crash highlights the risk faced by people on bikes when drivers lose focus. The report lists no errors by the cyclist.
Concrete Mixer Hits Teen Cyclist on Dekalb▸A concrete mixer struck a 19-year-old e-bike rider on Dekalb Ave. The cyclist suffered a head injury. Fatigue played a role. Heavy steel met flesh. Brooklyn street, broad daylight.
A concrete mixer and an e-bike collided on Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. The 19-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering a head contusion. According to the police report, 'Fatigued/Drowsy' was listed as a contributing factor for both drivers. The truck driver was licensed; the e-bike rider was not. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the danger when large vehicles and vulnerable road users share city streets.
2SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Riders Injured on Flushing Ave▸SUV and motorcycle collide on Flushing Ave. Both motorcycle riders suffer leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A collision on Flushing Ave at Harrison Ave in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV. Two people on the motorcycle, a 47-year-old man and a 48-year-old woman, were injured with abrasions to their legs. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely.' The SUV and motorcycle were both making left turns when they collided. The report lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and follow too closely.
Improper Turn and Speed Injure Motorcyclist on Fulton▸A sedan turned improperly on Fulton. A motorcycle struck. The rider was ejected, bleeding from the head. Unsafe speed and a bad turn left one man hurt. Brooklyn street, rush hour, danger in motion.
A sedan making a U-turn on Fulton Street collided with a motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan had two occupants, both uninjured. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet. The crash highlights the danger when drivers turn improperly and speed on busy Brooklyn streets.
Cyclist Ejected After Sedan Door Strike on Fulton▸A cyclist slammed into a parked sedan’s door on Fulton. He flew from his bike, bruised and bleeding. The street stayed busy. The car’s left doors crumpled. The city kept moving.
A cyclist, age 30, was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked sedan on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a sedan, with the cyclist ejected and suffering a leg injury and bruising. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
E-Bike Rider Struck by Sedan on Marcy Ave▸A sedan hit an e-bike on Marcy Ave at Dekalb. The cyclist took a blow to the head. Blood on the street. Police cite traffic control ignored. System failed the vulnerable again.
An e-bike rider, age 27, suffered a head injury with minor bleeding after a collision with a sedan on Marcy Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The cyclist was in shock. Two car occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
SUV Swerves Into Cyclist On Fulton Street▸SUV veered on Fulton. Cyclist struck, arm bruised. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. Bike rider left hurt. Streets stay dangerous.
A cyclist was injured when an SUV changed lanes unsafely on Fulton Street at Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver was inattentive and made an unsafe lane change, striking the 32-year-old male cyclist. The cyclist suffered a contusion and injuries to his arm. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver’s errors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
-
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸A judge stopped the city from tearing out Bedford Avenue’s only protected bike lane. The fight over safety and street space continues. Cyclists and pedestrians wait as legal battles stall change.
Streetsblog NYC reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge halted Mayor Adams’s plan to remove a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Judge Ventura issued a restraining order after Transportation Alternatives and Baruch Herzfeld appealed the city’s move. The city had planned to start demolition after complaints from local leaders, but the court’s order blocks any changes until further review. Streetsblog quotes Ben Furnas: 'The Adams administration is going to have to spend their night preparing their legal case, not ripping out a critical safety project.' The article highlights weak enforcement of parking rules and the city’s reversal against its own DOT’s safety plan. The case underscores how political pressure and lax enforcement can threaten vulnerable road users.
-
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-15
Rear-End Crash on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Marcus Garvey. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely and reacting to another vehicle. Metal and bodies took the impact. The street stayed dangerous.
A rear-end collision involving two sedans unfolded on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St in Brooklyn. One driver, a 29-year-old woman, sustained back injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Other occupants reported no injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south when the impact struck. The report lists driver errors as the primary factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on Stuyvesant▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Stuyvesant Ave. The rider, 47, suffered crush injuries to his arm. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The cyclist wore a helmet.
A sedan struck a 47-year-old bicyclist on Stuyvesant Avenue at Mac Donough Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his upper arm and was partially ejected but remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was damaged at the front. The report lists no other injuries.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
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Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Jeep Turns Left, Moped Rider Thrown on Gates Ave▸A Jeep turned left on Gates Ave. It struck a moped. The rider, 22, was thrown and hit his head. He lay in shock. Police cite failure to yield. The street swallowed another body.
A Jeep making a left turn at 835 Gates Ave in Brooklyn struck a moped traveling straight. The 22-year-old moped rider was partially ejected and suffered a head injury, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The Jeep's left front bumper hit the moped, damaging both vehicles. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The moped rider was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but the primary cause remains the driver's failure to yield.
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
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Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
E-Bike Rider Injured by Speeding Sedan on Park Ave▸A sedan struck an e-bike on Park Ave. The cyclist suffered fractures and shock. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider was hit by a sedan on Park Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered fractures and shock. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. The e-bike driver was unlicensed. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash left the cyclist with injuries to his entire body. Systemic danger remains for those outside cars.
A sedan hit a cyclist on Stuyvesant Ave. The cyclist suffered a hip injury. Police cite driver inattention. System failed to protect the vulnerable. Metal met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at Stuyvesant Ave and Chauncey St in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 52-year-old man, suffered a hip injury and bruising. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. The crash highlights the risk faced by people on bikes when drivers lose focus. The report lists no errors by the cyclist.
Concrete Mixer Hits Teen Cyclist on Dekalb▸A concrete mixer struck a 19-year-old e-bike rider on Dekalb Ave. The cyclist suffered a head injury. Fatigue played a role. Heavy steel met flesh. Brooklyn street, broad daylight.
A concrete mixer and an e-bike collided on Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. The 19-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering a head contusion. According to the police report, 'Fatigued/Drowsy' was listed as a contributing factor for both drivers. The truck driver was licensed; the e-bike rider was not. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the danger when large vehicles and vulnerable road users share city streets.
2SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Riders Injured on Flushing Ave▸SUV and motorcycle collide on Flushing Ave. Both motorcycle riders suffer leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A collision on Flushing Ave at Harrison Ave in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV. Two people on the motorcycle, a 47-year-old man and a 48-year-old woman, were injured with abrasions to their legs. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely.' The SUV and motorcycle were both making left turns when they collided. The report lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and follow too closely.
Improper Turn and Speed Injure Motorcyclist on Fulton▸A sedan turned improperly on Fulton. A motorcycle struck. The rider was ejected, bleeding from the head. Unsafe speed and a bad turn left one man hurt. Brooklyn street, rush hour, danger in motion.
A sedan making a U-turn on Fulton Street collided with a motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan had two occupants, both uninjured. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet. The crash highlights the danger when drivers turn improperly and speed on busy Brooklyn streets.
Cyclist Ejected After Sedan Door Strike on Fulton▸A cyclist slammed into a parked sedan’s door on Fulton. He flew from his bike, bruised and bleeding. The street stayed busy. The car’s left doors crumpled. The city kept moving.
A cyclist, age 30, was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked sedan on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a sedan, with the cyclist ejected and suffering a leg injury and bruising. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
E-Bike Rider Struck by Sedan on Marcy Ave▸A sedan hit an e-bike on Marcy Ave at Dekalb. The cyclist took a blow to the head. Blood on the street. Police cite traffic control ignored. System failed the vulnerable again.
An e-bike rider, age 27, suffered a head injury with minor bleeding after a collision with a sedan on Marcy Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The cyclist was in shock. Two car occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
SUV Swerves Into Cyclist On Fulton Street▸SUV veered on Fulton. Cyclist struck, arm bruised. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. Bike rider left hurt. Streets stay dangerous.
A cyclist was injured when an SUV changed lanes unsafely on Fulton Street at Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver was inattentive and made an unsafe lane change, striking the 32-year-old male cyclist. The cyclist suffered a contusion and injuries to his arm. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver’s errors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸A judge stopped the city from tearing out Bedford Avenue’s only protected bike lane. The fight over safety and street space continues. Cyclists and pedestrians wait as legal battles stall change.
Streetsblog NYC reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge halted Mayor Adams’s plan to remove a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Judge Ventura issued a restraining order after Transportation Alternatives and Baruch Herzfeld appealed the city’s move. The city had planned to start demolition after complaints from local leaders, but the court’s order blocks any changes until further review. Streetsblog quotes Ben Furnas: 'The Adams administration is going to have to spend their night preparing their legal case, not ripping out a critical safety project.' The article highlights weak enforcement of parking rules and the city’s reversal against its own DOT’s safety plan. The case underscores how political pressure and lax enforcement can threaten vulnerable road users.
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Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-15
Rear-End Crash on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Marcus Garvey. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely and reacting to another vehicle. Metal and bodies took the impact. The street stayed dangerous.
A rear-end collision involving two sedans unfolded on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St in Brooklyn. One driver, a 29-year-old woman, sustained back injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Other occupants reported no injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south when the impact struck. The report lists driver errors as the primary factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on Stuyvesant▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Stuyvesant Ave. The rider, 47, suffered crush injuries to his arm. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The cyclist wore a helmet.
A sedan struck a 47-year-old bicyclist on Stuyvesant Avenue at Mac Donough Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his upper arm and was partially ejected but remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was damaged at the front. The report lists no other injuries.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
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Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Jeep Turns Left, Moped Rider Thrown on Gates Ave▸A Jeep turned left on Gates Ave. It struck a moped. The rider, 22, was thrown and hit his head. He lay in shock. Police cite failure to yield. The street swallowed another body.
A Jeep making a left turn at 835 Gates Ave in Brooklyn struck a moped traveling straight. The 22-year-old moped rider was partially ejected and suffered a head injury, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The Jeep's left front bumper hit the moped, damaging both vehicles. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The moped rider was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but the primary cause remains the driver's failure to yield.
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
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Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
E-Bike Rider Injured by Speeding Sedan on Park Ave▸A sedan struck an e-bike on Park Ave. The cyclist suffered fractures and shock. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider was hit by a sedan on Park Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered fractures and shock. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. The e-bike driver was unlicensed. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash left the cyclist with injuries to his entire body. Systemic danger remains for those outside cars.
A concrete mixer struck a 19-year-old e-bike rider on Dekalb Ave. The cyclist suffered a head injury. Fatigue played a role. Heavy steel met flesh. Brooklyn street, broad daylight.
A concrete mixer and an e-bike collided on Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. The 19-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering a head contusion. According to the police report, 'Fatigued/Drowsy' was listed as a contributing factor for both drivers. The truck driver was licensed; the e-bike rider was not. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the danger when large vehicles and vulnerable road users share city streets.
2SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Riders Injured on Flushing Ave▸SUV and motorcycle collide on Flushing Ave. Both motorcycle riders suffer leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A collision on Flushing Ave at Harrison Ave in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV. Two people on the motorcycle, a 47-year-old man and a 48-year-old woman, were injured with abrasions to their legs. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely.' The SUV and motorcycle were both making left turns when they collided. The report lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and follow too closely.
Improper Turn and Speed Injure Motorcyclist on Fulton▸A sedan turned improperly on Fulton. A motorcycle struck. The rider was ejected, bleeding from the head. Unsafe speed and a bad turn left one man hurt. Brooklyn street, rush hour, danger in motion.
A sedan making a U-turn on Fulton Street collided with a motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan had two occupants, both uninjured. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet. The crash highlights the danger when drivers turn improperly and speed on busy Brooklyn streets.
Cyclist Ejected After Sedan Door Strike on Fulton▸A cyclist slammed into a parked sedan’s door on Fulton. He flew from his bike, bruised and bleeding. The street stayed busy. The car’s left doors crumpled. The city kept moving.
A cyclist, age 30, was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked sedan on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a sedan, with the cyclist ejected and suffering a leg injury and bruising. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
E-Bike Rider Struck by Sedan on Marcy Ave▸A sedan hit an e-bike on Marcy Ave at Dekalb. The cyclist took a blow to the head. Blood on the street. Police cite traffic control ignored. System failed the vulnerable again.
An e-bike rider, age 27, suffered a head injury with minor bleeding after a collision with a sedan on Marcy Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The cyclist was in shock. Two car occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
SUV Swerves Into Cyclist On Fulton Street▸SUV veered on Fulton. Cyclist struck, arm bruised. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. Bike rider left hurt. Streets stay dangerous.
A cyclist was injured when an SUV changed lanes unsafely on Fulton Street at Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver was inattentive and made an unsafe lane change, striking the 32-year-old male cyclist. The cyclist suffered a contusion and injuries to his arm. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver’s errors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸A judge stopped the city from tearing out Bedford Avenue’s only protected bike lane. The fight over safety and street space continues. Cyclists and pedestrians wait as legal battles stall change.
Streetsblog NYC reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge halted Mayor Adams’s plan to remove a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Judge Ventura issued a restraining order after Transportation Alternatives and Baruch Herzfeld appealed the city’s move. The city had planned to start demolition after complaints from local leaders, but the court’s order blocks any changes until further review. Streetsblog quotes Ben Furnas: 'The Adams administration is going to have to spend their night preparing their legal case, not ripping out a critical safety project.' The article highlights weak enforcement of parking rules and the city’s reversal against its own DOT’s safety plan. The case underscores how political pressure and lax enforcement can threaten vulnerable road users.
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Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-15
Rear-End Crash on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Marcus Garvey. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely and reacting to another vehicle. Metal and bodies took the impact. The street stayed dangerous.
A rear-end collision involving two sedans unfolded on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St in Brooklyn. One driver, a 29-year-old woman, sustained back injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Other occupants reported no injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south when the impact struck. The report lists driver errors as the primary factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on Stuyvesant▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Stuyvesant Ave. The rider, 47, suffered crush injuries to his arm. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The cyclist wore a helmet.
A sedan struck a 47-year-old bicyclist on Stuyvesant Avenue at Mac Donough Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his upper arm and was partially ejected but remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was damaged at the front. The report lists no other injuries.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
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Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Jeep Turns Left, Moped Rider Thrown on Gates Ave▸A Jeep turned left on Gates Ave. It struck a moped. The rider, 22, was thrown and hit his head. He lay in shock. Police cite failure to yield. The street swallowed another body.
A Jeep making a left turn at 835 Gates Ave in Brooklyn struck a moped traveling straight. The 22-year-old moped rider was partially ejected and suffered a head injury, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The Jeep's left front bumper hit the moped, damaging both vehicles. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The moped rider was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but the primary cause remains the driver's failure to yield.
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
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Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
E-Bike Rider Injured by Speeding Sedan on Park Ave▸A sedan struck an e-bike on Park Ave. The cyclist suffered fractures and shock. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider was hit by a sedan on Park Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered fractures and shock. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. The e-bike driver was unlicensed. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash left the cyclist with injuries to his entire body. Systemic danger remains for those outside cars.
SUV and motorcycle collide on Flushing Ave. Both motorcycle riders suffer leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A collision on Flushing Ave at Harrison Ave in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV. Two people on the motorcycle, a 47-year-old man and a 48-year-old woman, were injured with abrasions to their legs. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely.' The SUV and motorcycle were both making left turns when they collided. The report lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and follow too closely.
Improper Turn and Speed Injure Motorcyclist on Fulton▸A sedan turned improperly on Fulton. A motorcycle struck. The rider was ejected, bleeding from the head. Unsafe speed and a bad turn left one man hurt. Brooklyn street, rush hour, danger in motion.
A sedan making a U-turn on Fulton Street collided with a motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan had two occupants, both uninjured. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet. The crash highlights the danger when drivers turn improperly and speed on busy Brooklyn streets.
Cyclist Ejected After Sedan Door Strike on Fulton▸A cyclist slammed into a parked sedan’s door on Fulton. He flew from his bike, bruised and bleeding. The street stayed busy. The car’s left doors crumpled. The city kept moving.
A cyclist, age 30, was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked sedan on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a sedan, with the cyclist ejected and suffering a leg injury and bruising. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
E-Bike Rider Struck by Sedan on Marcy Ave▸A sedan hit an e-bike on Marcy Ave at Dekalb. The cyclist took a blow to the head. Blood on the street. Police cite traffic control ignored. System failed the vulnerable again.
An e-bike rider, age 27, suffered a head injury with minor bleeding after a collision with a sedan on Marcy Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The cyclist was in shock. Two car occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
SUV Swerves Into Cyclist On Fulton Street▸SUV veered on Fulton. Cyclist struck, arm bruised. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. Bike rider left hurt. Streets stay dangerous.
A cyclist was injured when an SUV changed lanes unsafely on Fulton Street at Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver was inattentive and made an unsafe lane change, striking the 32-year-old male cyclist. The cyclist suffered a contusion and injuries to his arm. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver’s errors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸A judge stopped the city from tearing out Bedford Avenue’s only protected bike lane. The fight over safety and street space continues. Cyclists and pedestrians wait as legal battles stall change.
Streetsblog NYC reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge halted Mayor Adams’s plan to remove a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Judge Ventura issued a restraining order after Transportation Alternatives and Baruch Herzfeld appealed the city’s move. The city had planned to start demolition after complaints from local leaders, but the court’s order blocks any changes until further review. Streetsblog quotes Ben Furnas: 'The Adams administration is going to have to spend their night preparing their legal case, not ripping out a critical safety project.' The article highlights weak enforcement of parking rules and the city’s reversal against its own DOT’s safety plan. The case underscores how political pressure and lax enforcement can threaten vulnerable road users.
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Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-15
Rear-End Crash on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Marcus Garvey. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely and reacting to another vehicle. Metal and bodies took the impact. The street stayed dangerous.
A rear-end collision involving two sedans unfolded on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St in Brooklyn. One driver, a 29-year-old woman, sustained back injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Other occupants reported no injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south when the impact struck. The report lists driver errors as the primary factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on Stuyvesant▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Stuyvesant Ave. The rider, 47, suffered crush injuries to his arm. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The cyclist wore a helmet.
A sedan struck a 47-year-old bicyclist on Stuyvesant Avenue at Mac Donough Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his upper arm and was partially ejected but remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was damaged at the front. The report lists no other injuries.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
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Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Jeep Turns Left, Moped Rider Thrown on Gates Ave▸A Jeep turned left on Gates Ave. It struck a moped. The rider, 22, was thrown and hit his head. He lay in shock. Police cite failure to yield. The street swallowed another body.
A Jeep making a left turn at 835 Gates Ave in Brooklyn struck a moped traveling straight. The 22-year-old moped rider was partially ejected and suffered a head injury, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The Jeep's left front bumper hit the moped, damaging both vehicles. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The moped rider was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but the primary cause remains the driver's failure to yield.
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
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Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
-
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
E-Bike Rider Injured by Speeding Sedan on Park Ave▸A sedan struck an e-bike on Park Ave. The cyclist suffered fractures and shock. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider was hit by a sedan on Park Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered fractures and shock. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. The e-bike driver was unlicensed. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash left the cyclist with injuries to his entire body. Systemic danger remains for those outside cars.
A sedan turned improperly on Fulton. A motorcycle struck. The rider was ejected, bleeding from the head. Unsafe speed and a bad turn left one man hurt. Brooklyn street, rush hour, danger in motion.
A sedan making a U-turn on Fulton Street collided with a motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan had two occupants, both uninjured. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet. The crash highlights the danger when drivers turn improperly and speed on busy Brooklyn streets.
Cyclist Ejected After Sedan Door Strike on Fulton▸A cyclist slammed into a parked sedan’s door on Fulton. He flew from his bike, bruised and bleeding. The street stayed busy. The car’s left doors crumpled. The city kept moving.
A cyclist, age 30, was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked sedan on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a sedan, with the cyclist ejected and suffering a leg injury and bruising. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
E-Bike Rider Struck by Sedan on Marcy Ave▸A sedan hit an e-bike on Marcy Ave at Dekalb. The cyclist took a blow to the head. Blood on the street. Police cite traffic control ignored. System failed the vulnerable again.
An e-bike rider, age 27, suffered a head injury with minor bleeding after a collision with a sedan on Marcy Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The cyclist was in shock. Two car occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
SUV Swerves Into Cyclist On Fulton Street▸SUV veered on Fulton. Cyclist struck, arm bruised. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. Bike rider left hurt. Streets stay dangerous.
A cyclist was injured when an SUV changed lanes unsafely on Fulton Street at Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver was inattentive and made an unsafe lane change, striking the 32-year-old male cyclist. The cyclist suffered a contusion and injuries to his arm. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver’s errors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
-
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸A judge stopped the city from tearing out Bedford Avenue’s only protected bike lane. The fight over safety and street space continues. Cyclists and pedestrians wait as legal battles stall change.
Streetsblog NYC reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge halted Mayor Adams’s plan to remove a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Judge Ventura issued a restraining order after Transportation Alternatives and Baruch Herzfeld appealed the city’s move. The city had planned to start demolition after complaints from local leaders, but the court’s order blocks any changes until further review. Streetsblog quotes Ben Furnas: 'The Adams administration is going to have to spend their night preparing their legal case, not ripping out a critical safety project.' The article highlights weak enforcement of parking rules and the city’s reversal against its own DOT’s safety plan. The case underscores how political pressure and lax enforcement can threaten vulnerable road users.
-
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-15
Rear-End Crash on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Marcus Garvey. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely and reacting to another vehicle. Metal and bodies took the impact. The street stayed dangerous.
A rear-end collision involving two sedans unfolded on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St in Brooklyn. One driver, a 29-year-old woman, sustained back injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Other occupants reported no injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south when the impact struck. The report lists driver errors as the primary factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on Stuyvesant▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Stuyvesant Ave. The rider, 47, suffered crush injuries to his arm. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The cyclist wore a helmet.
A sedan struck a 47-year-old bicyclist on Stuyvesant Avenue at Mac Donough Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his upper arm and was partially ejected but remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was damaged at the front. The report lists no other injuries.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Jeep Turns Left, Moped Rider Thrown on Gates Ave▸A Jeep turned left on Gates Ave. It struck a moped. The rider, 22, was thrown and hit his head. He lay in shock. Police cite failure to yield. The street swallowed another body.
A Jeep making a left turn at 835 Gates Ave in Brooklyn struck a moped traveling straight. The 22-year-old moped rider was partially ejected and suffered a head injury, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The Jeep's left front bumper hit the moped, damaging both vehicles. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The moped rider was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but the primary cause remains the driver's failure to yield.
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
-
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
-
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
E-Bike Rider Injured by Speeding Sedan on Park Ave▸A sedan struck an e-bike on Park Ave. The cyclist suffered fractures and shock. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider was hit by a sedan on Park Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered fractures and shock. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. The e-bike driver was unlicensed. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash left the cyclist with injuries to his entire body. Systemic danger remains for those outside cars.
A cyclist slammed into a parked sedan’s door on Fulton. He flew from his bike, bruised and bleeding. The street stayed busy. The car’s left doors crumpled. The city kept moving.
A cyclist, age 30, was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked sedan on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a sedan, with the cyclist ejected and suffering a leg injury and bruising. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
E-Bike Rider Struck by Sedan on Marcy Ave▸A sedan hit an e-bike on Marcy Ave at Dekalb. The cyclist took a blow to the head. Blood on the street. Police cite traffic control ignored. System failed the vulnerable again.
An e-bike rider, age 27, suffered a head injury with minor bleeding after a collision with a sedan on Marcy Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The cyclist was in shock. Two car occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
SUV Swerves Into Cyclist On Fulton Street▸SUV veered on Fulton. Cyclist struck, arm bruised. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. Bike rider left hurt. Streets stay dangerous.
A cyclist was injured when an SUV changed lanes unsafely on Fulton Street at Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver was inattentive and made an unsafe lane change, striking the 32-year-old male cyclist. The cyclist suffered a contusion and injuries to his arm. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver’s errors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
-
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
-
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸A judge stopped the city from tearing out Bedford Avenue’s only protected bike lane. The fight over safety and street space continues. Cyclists and pedestrians wait as legal battles stall change.
Streetsblog NYC reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge halted Mayor Adams’s plan to remove a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Judge Ventura issued a restraining order after Transportation Alternatives and Baruch Herzfeld appealed the city’s move. The city had planned to start demolition after complaints from local leaders, but the court’s order blocks any changes until further review. Streetsblog quotes Ben Furnas: 'The Adams administration is going to have to spend their night preparing their legal case, not ripping out a critical safety project.' The article highlights weak enforcement of parking rules and the city’s reversal against its own DOT’s safety plan. The case underscores how political pressure and lax enforcement can threaten vulnerable road users.
-
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-15
Rear-End Crash on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Marcus Garvey. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely and reacting to another vehicle. Metal and bodies took the impact. The street stayed dangerous.
A rear-end collision involving two sedans unfolded on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St in Brooklyn. One driver, a 29-year-old woman, sustained back injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Other occupants reported no injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south when the impact struck. The report lists driver errors as the primary factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on Stuyvesant▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Stuyvesant Ave. The rider, 47, suffered crush injuries to his arm. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The cyclist wore a helmet.
A sedan struck a 47-year-old bicyclist on Stuyvesant Avenue at Mac Donough Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his upper arm and was partially ejected but remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was damaged at the front. The report lists no other injuries.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Jeep Turns Left, Moped Rider Thrown on Gates Ave▸A Jeep turned left on Gates Ave. It struck a moped. The rider, 22, was thrown and hit his head. He lay in shock. Police cite failure to yield. The street swallowed another body.
A Jeep making a left turn at 835 Gates Ave in Brooklyn struck a moped traveling straight. The 22-year-old moped rider was partially ejected and suffered a head injury, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The Jeep's left front bumper hit the moped, damaging both vehicles. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The moped rider was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but the primary cause remains the driver's failure to yield.
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
-
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
-
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
E-Bike Rider Injured by Speeding Sedan on Park Ave▸A sedan struck an e-bike on Park Ave. The cyclist suffered fractures and shock. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider was hit by a sedan on Park Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered fractures and shock. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. The e-bike driver was unlicensed. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash left the cyclist with injuries to his entire body. Systemic danger remains for those outside cars.
A sedan hit an e-bike on Marcy Ave at Dekalb. The cyclist took a blow to the head. Blood on the street. Police cite traffic control ignored. System failed the vulnerable again.
An e-bike rider, age 27, suffered a head injury with minor bleeding after a collision with a sedan on Marcy Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The cyclist was in shock. Two car occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
SUV Swerves Into Cyclist On Fulton Street▸SUV veered on Fulton. Cyclist struck, arm bruised. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. Bike rider left hurt. Streets stay dangerous.
A cyclist was injured when an SUV changed lanes unsafely on Fulton Street at Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver was inattentive and made an unsafe lane change, striking the 32-year-old male cyclist. The cyclist suffered a contusion and injuries to his arm. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver’s errors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
-
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸A judge stopped the city from tearing out Bedford Avenue’s only protected bike lane. The fight over safety and street space continues. Cyclists and pedestrians wait as legal battles stall change.
Streetsblog NYC reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge halted Mayor Adams’s plan to remove a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Judge Ventura issued a restraining order after Transportation Alternatives and Baruch Herzfeld appealed the city’s move. The city had planned to start demolition after complaints from local leaders, but the court’s order blocks any changes until further review. Streetsblog quotes Ben Furnas: 'The Adams administration is going to have to spend their night preparing their legal case, not ripping out a critical safety project.' The article highlights weak enforcement of parking rules and the city’s reversal against its own DOT’s safety plan. The case underscores how political pressure and lax enforcement can threaten vulnerable road users.
-
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-15
Rear-End Crash on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Marcus Garvey. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely and reacting to another vehicle. Metal and bodies took the impact. The street stayed dangerous.
A rear-end collision involving two sedans unfolded on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St in Brooklyn. One driver, a 29-year-old woman, sustained back injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Other occupants reported no injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south when the impact struck. The report lists driver errors as the primary factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on Stuyvesant▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Stuyvesant Ave. The rider, 47, suffered crush injuries to his arm. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The cyclist wore a helmet.
A sedan struck a 47-year-old bicyclist on Stuyvesant Avenue at Mac Donough Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his upper arm and was partially ejected but remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was damaged at the front. The report lists no other injuries.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Jeep Turns Left, Moped Rider Thrown on Gates Ave▸A Jeep turned left on Gates Ave. It struck a moped. The rider, 22, was thrown and hit his head. He lay in shock. Police cite failure to yield. The street swallowed another body.
A Jeep making a left turn at 835 Gates Ave in Brooklyn struck a moped traveling straight. The 22-year-old moped rider was partially ejected and suffered a head injury, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The Jeep's left front bumper hit the moped, damaging both vehicles. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The moped rider was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but the primary cause remains the driver's failure to yield.
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
-
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
-
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
E-Bike Rider Injured by Speeding Sedan on Park Ave▸A sedan struck an e-bike on Park Ave. The cyclist suffered fractures and shock. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider was hit by a sedan on Park Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered fractures and shock. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. The e-bike driver was unlicensed. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash left the cyclist with injuries to his entire body. Systemic danger remains for those outside cars.
SUV veered on Fulton. Cyclist struck, arm bruised. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. Bike rider left hurt. Streets stay dangerous.
A cyclist was injured when an SUV changed lanes unsafely on Fulton Street at Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver was inattentive and made an unsafe lane change, striking the 32-year-old male cyclist. The cyclist suffered a contusion and injuries to his arm. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver’s errors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
-
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
-
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸A judge stopped the city from tearing out Bedford Avenue’s only protected bike lane. The fight over safety and street space continues. Cyclists and pedestrians wait as legal battles stall change.
Streetsblog NYC reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge halted Mayor Adams’s plan to remove a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Judge Ventura issued a restraining order after Transportation Alternatives and Baruch Herzfeld appealed the city’s move. The city had planned to start demolition after complaints from local leaders, but the court’s order blocks any changes until further review. Streetsblog quotes Ben Furnas: 'The Adams administration is going to have to spend their night preparing their legal case, not ripping out a critical safety project.' The article highlights weak enforcement of parking rules and the city’s reversal against its own DOT’s safety plan. The case underscores how political pressure and lax enforcement can threaten vulnerable road users.
-
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-15
Rear-End Crash on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Marcus Garvey. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely and reacting to another vehicle. Metal and bodies took the impact. The street stayed dangerous.
A rear-end collision involving two sedans unfolded on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St in Brooklyn. One driver, a 29-year-old woman, sustained back injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Other occupants reported no injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south when the impact struck. The report lists driver errors as the primary factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on Stuyvesant▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Stuyvesant Ave. The rider, 47, suffered crush injuries to his arm. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The cyclist wore a helmet.
A sedan struck a 47-year-old bicyclist on Stuyvesant Avenue at Mac Donough Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his upper arm and was partially ejected but remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was damaged at the front. The report lists no other injuries.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Jeep Turns Left, Moped Rider Thrown on Gates Ave▸A Jeep turned left on Gates Ave. It struck a moped. The rider, 22, was thrown and hit his head. He lay in shock. Police cite failure to yield. The street swallowed another body.
A Jeep making a left turn at 835 Gates Ave in Brooklyn struck a moped traveling straight. The 22-year-old moped rider was partially ejected and suffered a head injury, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The Jeep's left front bumper hit the moped, damaging both vehicles. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The moped rider was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but the primary cause remains the driver's failure to yield.
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
-
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
-
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
E-Bike Rider Injured by Speeding Sedan on Park Ave▸A sedan struck an e-bike on Park Ave. The cyclist suffered fractures and shock. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider was hit by a sedan on Park Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered fractures and shock. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. The e-bike driver was unlicensed. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash left the cyclist with injuries to his entire body. Systemic danger remains for those outside cars.
A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
- Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground, ABC7, Published 2025-07-19
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
-
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸A judge stopped the city from tearing out Bedford Avenue’s only protected bike lane. The fight over safety and street space continues. Cyclists and pedestrians wait as legal battles stall change.
Streetsblog NYC reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge halted Mayor Adams’s plan to remove a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Judge Ventura issued a restraining order after Transportation Alternatives and Baruch Herzfeld appealed the city’s move. The city had planned to start demolition after complaints from local leaders, but the court’s order blocks any changes until further review. Streetsblog quotes Ben Furnas: 'The Adams administration is going to have to spend their night preparing their legal case, not ripping out a critical safety project.' The article highlights weak enforcement of parking rules and the city’s reversal against its own DOT’s safety plan. The case underscores how political pressure and lax enforcement can threaten vulnerable road users.
-
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-15
Rear-End Crash on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Marcus Garvey. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely and reacting to another vehicle. Metal and bodies took the impact. The street stayed dangerous.
A rear-end collision involving two sedans unfolded on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St in Brooklyn. One driver, a 29-year-old woman, sustained back injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Other occupants reported no injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south when the impact struck. The report lists driver errors as the primary factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on Stuyvesant▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Stuyvesant Ave. The rider, 47, suffered crush injuries to his arm. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The cyclist wore a helmet.
A sedan struck a 47-year-old bicyclist on Stuyvesant Avenue at Mac Donough Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his upper arm and was partially ejected but remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was damaged at the front. The report lists no other injuries.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Jeep Turns Left, Moped Rider Thrown on Gates Ave▸A Jeep turned left on Gates Ave. It struck a moped. The rider, 22, was thrown and hit his head. He lay in shock. Police cite failure to yield. The street swallowed another body.
A Jeep making a left turn at 835 Gates Ave in Brooklyn struck a moped traveling straight. The 22-year-old moped rider was partially ejected and suffered a head injury, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The Jeep's left front bumper hit the moped, damaging both vehicles. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The moped rider was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but the primary cause remains the driver's failure to yield.
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
-
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
-
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
E-Bike Rider Injured by Speeding Sedan on Park Ave▸A sedan struck an e-bike on Park Ave. The cyclist suffered fractures and shock. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider was hit by a sedan on Park Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered fractures and shock. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. The e-bike driver was unlicensed. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash left the cyclist with injuries to his entire body. Systemic danger remains for those outside cars.
A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
- Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts, New York Post, Published 2025-07-16
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal▸A judge stopped the city from tearing out Bedford Avenue’s only protected bike lane. The fight over safety and street space continues. Cyclists and pedestrians wait as legal battles stall change.
Streetsblog NYC reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge halted Mayor Adams’s plan to remove a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Judge Ventura issued a restraining order after Transportation Alternatives and Baruch Herzfeld appealed the city’s move. The city had planned to start demolition after complaints from local leaders, but the court’s order blocks any changes until further review. Streetsblog quotes Ben Furnas: 'The Adams administration is going to have to spend their night preparing their legal case, not ripping out a critical safety project.' The article highlights weak enforcement of parking rules and the city’s reversal against its own DOT’s safety plan. The case underscores how political pressure and lax enforcement can threaten vulnerable road users.
-
Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-15
Rear-End Crash on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Marcus Garvey. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely and reacting to another vehicle. Metal and bodies took the impact. The street stayed dangerous.
A rear-end collision involving two sedans unfolded on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St in Brooklyn. One driver, a 29-year-old woman, sustained back injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Other occupants reported no injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south when the impact struck. The report lists driver errors as the primary factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on Stuyvesant▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Stuyvesant Ave. The rider, 47, suffered crush injuries to his arm. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The cyclist wore a helmet.
A sedan struck a 47-year-old bicyclist on Stuyvesant Avenue at Mac Donough Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his upper arm and was partially ejected but remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was damaged at the front. The report lists no other injuries.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
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Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Jeep Turns Left, Moped Rider Thrown on Gates Ave▸A Jeep turned left on Gates Ave. It struck a moped. The rider, 22, was thrown and hit his head. He lay in shock. Police cite failure to yield. The street swallowed another body.
A Jeep making a left turn at 835 Gates Ave in Brooklyn struck a moped traveling straight. The 22-year-old moped rider was partially ejected and suffered a head injury, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The Jeep's left front bumper hit the moped, damaging both vehicles. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The moped rider was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but the primary cause remains the driver's failure to yield.
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
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Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
-
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
E-Bike Rider Injured by Speeding Sedan on Park Ave▸A sedan struck an e-bike on Park Ave. The cyclist suffered fractures and shock. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider was hit by a sedan on Park Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered fractures and shock. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. The e-bike driver was unlicensed. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash left the cyclist with injuries to his entire body. Systemic danger remains for those outside cars.
A judge stopped the city from tearing out Bedford Avenue’s only protected bike lane. The fight over safety and street space continues. Cyclists and pedestrians wait as legal battles stall change.
Streetsblog NYC reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge halted Mayor Adams’s plan to remove a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Judge Ventura issued a restraining order after Transportation Alternatives and Baruch Herzfeld appealed the city’s move. The city had planned to start demolition after complaints from local leaders, but the court’s order blocks any changes until further review. Streetsblog quotes Ben Furnas: 'The Adams administration is going to have to spend their night preparing their legal case, not ripping out a critical safety project.' The article highlights weak enforcement of parking rules and the city’s reversal against its own DOT’s safety plan. The case underscores how political pressure and lax enforcement can threaten vulnerable road users.
- Court Blocks Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-15
Rear-End Crash on Marcus Garvey Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Marcus Garvey. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely and reacting to another vehicle. Metal and bodies took the impact. The street stayed dangerous.
A rear-end collision involving two sedans unfolded on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St in Brooklyn. One driver, a 29-year-old woman, sustained back injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Other occupants reported no injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south when the impact struck. The report lists driver errors as the primary factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on Stuyvesant▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Stuyvesant Ave. The rider, 47, suffered crush injuries to his arm. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The cyclist wore a helmet.
A sedan struck a 47-year-old bicyclist on Stuyvesant Avenue at Mac Donough Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his upper arm and was partially ejected but remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was damaged at the front. The report lists no other injuries.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Jeep Turns Left, Moped Rider Thrown on Gates Ave▸A Jeep turned left on Gates Ave. It struck a moped. The rider, 22, was thrown and hit his head. He lay in shock. Police cite failure to yield. The street swallowed another body.
A Jeep making a left turn at 835 Gates Ave in Brooklyn struck a moped traveling straight. The 22-year-old moped rider was partially ejected and suffered a head injury, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The Jeep's left front bumper hit the moped, damaging both vehicles. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The moped rider was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but the primary cause remains the driver's failure to yield.
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
-
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
-
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
E-Bike Rider Injured by Speeding Sedan on Park Ave▸A sedan struck an e-bike on Park Ave. The cyclist suffered fractures and shock. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider was hit by a sedan on Park Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered fractures and shock. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. The e-bike driver was unlicensed. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash left the cyclist with injuries to his entire body. Systemic danger remains for those outside cars.
Two sedans collided on Marcus Garvey. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely and reacting to another vehicle. Metal and bodies took the impact. The street stayed dangerous.
A rear-end collision involving two sedans unfolded on Marcus Garvey Blvd at Kosciuszko St in Brooklyn. One driver, a 29-year-old woman, sustained back injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Other occupants reported no injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south when the impact struck. The report lists driver errors as the primary factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on Stuyvesant▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Stuyvesant Ave. The rider, 47, suffered crush injuries to his arm. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The cyclist wore a helmet.
A sedan struck a 47-year-old bicyclist on Stuyvesant Avenue at Mac Donough Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his upper arm and was partially ejected but remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was damaged at the front. The report lists no other injuries.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Jeep Turns Left, Moped Rider Thrown on Gates Ave▸A Jeep turned left on Gates Ave. It struck a moped. The rider, 22, was thrown and hit his head. He lay in shock. Police cite failure to yield. The street swallowed another body.
A Jeep making a left turn at 835 Gates Ave in Brooklyn struck a moped traveling straight. The 22-year-old moped rider was partially ejected and suffered a head injury, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The Jeep's left front bumper hit the moped, damaging both vehicles. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The moped rider was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but the primary cause remains the driver's failure to yield.
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
-
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
-
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
E-Bike Rider Injured by Speeding Sedan on Park Ave▸A sedan struck an e-bike on Park Ave. The cyclist suffered fractures and shock. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider was hit by a sedan on Park Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered fractures and shock. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. The e-bike driver was unlicensed. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash left the cyclist with injuries to his entire body. Systemic danger remains for those outside cars.
A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on Stuyvesant▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Stuyvesant Ave. The rider, 47, suffered crush injuries to his arm. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The cyclist wore a helmet.
A sedan struck a 47-year-old bicyclist on Stuyvesant Avenue at Mac Donough Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his upper arm and was partially ejected but remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was damaged at the front. The report lists no other injuries.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Jeep Turns Left, Moped Rider Thrown on Gates Ave▸A Jeep turned left on Gates Ave. It struck a moped. The rider, 22, was thrown and hit his head. He lay in shock. Police cite failure to yield. The street swallowed another body.
A Jeep making a left turn at 835 Gates Ave in Brooklyn struck a moped traveling straight. The 22-year-old moped rider was partially ejected and suffered a head injury, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The Jeep's left front bumper hit the moped, damaging both vehicles. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The moped rider was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but the primary cause remains the driver's failure to yield.
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
-
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
-
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
E-Bike Rider Injured by Speeding Sedan on Park Ave▸A sedan struck an e-bike on Park Ave. The cyclist suffered fractures and shock. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider was hit by a sedan on Park Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered fractures and shock. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. The e-bike driver was unlicensed. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash left the cyclist with injuries to his entire body. Systemic danger remains for those outside cars.
A sedan hit a cyclist on Stuyvesant Ave. The rider, 47, suffered crush injuries to his arm. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The cyclist wore a helmet.
A sedan struck a 47-year-old bicyclist on Stuyvesant Avenue at Mac Donough Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his upper arm and was partially ejected but remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was damaged at the front. The report lists no other injuries.
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park▸A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-11
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Jeep Turns Left, Moped Rider Thrown on Gates Ave▸A Jeep turned left on Gates Ave. It struck a moped. The rider, 22, was thrown and hit his head. He lay in shock. Police cite failure to yield. The street swallowed another body.
A Jeep making a left turn at 835 Gates Ave in Brooklyn struck a moped traveling straight. The 22-year-old moped rider was partially ejected and suffered a head injury, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The Jeep's left front bumper hit the moped, damaging both vehicles. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The moped rider was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but the primary cause remains the driver's failure to yield.
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
-
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
-
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
E-Bike Rider Injured by Speeding Sedan on Park Ave▸A sedan struck an e-bike on Park Ave. The cyclist suffered fractures and shock. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider was hit by a sedan on Park Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered fractures and shock. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. The e-bike driver was unlicensed. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash left the cyclist with injuries to his entire body. Systemic danger remains for those outside cars.
A car sped down Third Avenue. Two men, one with a cart, one with a cane, crossed. The driver did not brake. Both men died in the street. The car fled. Police arrested the driver hours later.
ABC7 reported on July 11, 2025, that two men, aged 59 and 80, were killed by a hit-and-run driver at Third Avenue and 52nd Street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Surveillance showed the car "speeding southbound" and not braking before impact. The driver, Juventino Anastacio Florentino, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving. The victims, Kex Un Chen and Faqiu Lin, were likely headed to a local food pantry. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by reckless driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially near essential services.
- Hit-And-Run Kills Two In Sunset Park, ABC7, Published 2025-07-11
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
Jeep Turns Left, Moped Rider Thrown on Gates Ave▸A Jeep turned left on Gates Ave. It struck a moped. The rider, 22, was thrown and hit his head. He lay in shock. Police cite failure to yield. The street swallowed another body.
A Jeep making a left turn at 835 Gates Ave in Brooklyn struck a moped traveling straight. The 22-year-old moped rider was partially ejected and suffered a head injury, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The Jeep's left front bumper hit the moped, damaging both vehicles. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The moped rider was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but the primary cause remains the driver's failure to yield.
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
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Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
E-Bike Rider Injured by Speeding Sedan on Park Ave▸A sedan struck an e-bike on Park Ave. The cyclist suffered fractures and shock. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider was hit by a sedan on Park Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered fractures and shock. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. The e-bike driver was unlicensed. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash left the cyclist with injuries to his entire body. Systemic danger remains for those outside cars.
A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
- Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-10
Jeep Turns Left, Moped Rider Thrown on Gates Ave▸A Jeep turned left on Gates Ave. It struck a moped. The rider, 22, was thrown and hit his head. He lay in shock. Police cite failure to yield. The street swallowed another body.
A Jeep making a left turn at 835 Gates Ave in Brooklyn struck a moped traveling straight. The 22-year-old moped rider was partially ejected and suffered a head injury, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The Jeep's left front bumper hit the moped, damaging both vehicles. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The moped rider was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but the primary cause remains the driver's failure to yield.
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
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Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
E-Bike Rider Injured by Speeding Sedan on Park Ave▸A sedan struck an e-bike on Park Ave. The cyclist suffered fractures and shock. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider was hit by a sedan on Park Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered fractures and shock. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. The e-bike driver was unlicensed. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash left the cyclist with injuries to his entire body. Systemic danger remains for those outside cars.
A Jeep turned left on Gates Ave. It struck a moped. The rider, 22, was thrown and hit his head. He lay in shock. Police cite failure to yield. The street swallowed another body.
A Jeep making a left turn at 835 Gates Ave in Brooklyn struck a moped traveling straight. The 22-year-old moped rider was partially ejected and suffered a head injury, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The Jeep's left front bumper hit the moped, damaging both vehicles. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The moped rider was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but the primary cause remains the driver's failure to yield.
Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change▸A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
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Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-09
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
E-Bike Rider Injured by Speeding Sedan on Park Ave▸A sedan struck an e-bike on Park Ave. The cyclist suffered fractures and shock. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider was hit by a sedan on Park Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered fractures and shock. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. The e-bike driver was unlicensed. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash left the cyclist with injuries to his entire body. Systemic danger remains for those outside cars.
A judge let the city move a protected bike lane off Bedford Avenue. Cyclists lose curbside safety. Adams pushed the change after local protests. Advocates warn the street grows more dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-09) reports a state judge allowed Mayor Adams to remove curbside bike lane protections on Brooklyn's Bedford Avenue. The city will shift the lane to the street's center, ending the barrier of parked cars. The move follows protests from local Orthodox Jewish communities and a recent e-bike crash. Advocates sued, arguing Adams bypassed environmental review. The judge ruled the change was not a major project. Transportation Alternatives warns, 'If the Bedford Avenue safety improvements are destroyed, this all but guarantees that there will be blood on Eric Adams' hands.' The decision highlights Adams' pattern of scaling back street safety redesigns.
- Judge Allows Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Change, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-09
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
E-Bike Rider Injured by Speeding Sedan on Park Ave▸A sedan struck an e-bike on Park Ave. The cyclist suffered fractures and shock. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider was hit by a sedan on Park Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered fractures and shock. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. The e-bike driver was unlicensed. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash left the cyclist with injuries to his entire body. Systemic danger remains for those outside cars.
A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
- Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-08
E-Bike Rider Injured by Speeding Sedan on Park Ave▸A sedan struck an e-bike on Park Ave. The cyclist suffered fractures and shock. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider was hit by a sedan on Park Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered fractures and shock. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. The e-bike driver was unlicensed. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash left the cyclist with injuries to his entire body. Systemic danger remains for those outside cars.
A sedan struck an e-bike on Park Ave. The cyclist suffered fractures and shock. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider was hit by a sedan on Park Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered fractures and shock. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. The e-bike driver was unlicensed. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash left the cyclist with injuries to his entire body. Systemic danger remains for those outside cars.