Crash Count for Brooklyn CB4
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 3,818
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,822
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 434
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 22
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 8
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Aug 2, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Brooklyn CB4?

Five Dead in a Year. Still No Action.

Five Dead in a Year. Still No Action.

Brooklyn CB4: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 4, 2025

The Toll on Our Streets

Five dead. Twelve seriously hurt. In the last year alone, traffic violence in Brooklyn CB4 has not let up. The numbers are blunt: 1,047 crashes, 560 injured, 5 killed. The dead do not get a second chance. The injured carry scars that do not fade. See NYC Open Data.

Just days ago, a 47-year-old man tried to cross Broadway at Suydam Street. He did not make it. The driver kept going. Police said, “A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian… then left the scene.” His name is not yet public. His absence is.

Patterns That Do Not Break

The violence is not random. It is a pattern. In the last twelve months, young adults aged 25–34 have been hit hardest: 2 killed, 6 seriously hurt, 193 injured. Children and elders are not spared. Cars, trucks, and vans do most of the damage. The numbers are not just numbers. They are people who did not come home.

Leadership: Steps and Silences

Some leaders have moved. State Senator Julia Salazar voted yes on a bill to curb repeat speeders, aiming to force speed limiters on the worst offenders. Assembly Member Maritza Davila co-sponsored the same bill. But the pace is slow. The carnage is not. The city can lower speed limits now. It has not. The council can demand more. It has not.

The silence is loud. As Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes said, “We started talking about a plan in 2014 and it’s now 2025. What is going on?”

What Now?

This is not fate. It is policy. Every day of delay is another risk. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand real protection for people on foot and on bikes. Do not wait for another name to be added to the list.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Brooklyn CB4 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Brooklyn, city council district District 37, assembly district AD 53 and state senate district SD 18.
Which areas are in Brooklyn CB4?
It includes the Bushwick (West), Bushwick (East), and The Evergreens Cemetery neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council Districts District 34 and District 37, Assembly Districts AD 53 and AD 54, and State Senate District SD 18.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Brooklyn CB4?
SUVs and Cars: 0 deaths, 202 minor injuries, 77 moderate injuries, 2 serious injuries. Trucks and Buses: 2 deaths, 14 minor injuries, 9 moderate injuries, 2 serious injuries. Motorcycles and Mopeds: 0 deaths, 15 minor injuries, 9 moderate injuries, 1 serious injury. Bikes: 0 deaths, 9 minor injuries, 3 moderate injuries, 0 serious injuries.
Are these crashes just 'accidents'?
No. The pattern is clear. Crashes happen again and again in the same places, to the same groups. They are preventable. Policy and street design can save lives.
What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
They can lower speed limits, fund street redesigns, and pass laws to keep repeat dangerous drivers off the road. They can act now, not after another death.
What is CrashCount?
We’re a tool for helping hold local politicians and other actors accountable for their failure to protect you when you’re walking or cycling in NYC. We update our site constantly to provide you with up to date information on what’s happening in your neighborhood.

Citations

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Other Representatives

Maritza Davila
Assembly Member Maritza Davila
District 53
District Office:
673 Hart St. Unit C2, Brooklyn, NY 11237
Legislative Office:
Room 844, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Sandy Nurse
Council Member Sandy Nurse
District 37
District Office:
1945 Broadway, Brooklyn, NY 11207
718-642-8664
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1754, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7284
Julia Salazar
State Senator Julia Salazar
District 18
District Office:
212 Evergreen Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11221
Legislative Office:
Room 514, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Brooklyn CB4 Brooklyn Community Board 4 sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 83, District 37, AD 53, SD 18.

It contains Bushwick (West), Bushwick (East), The Evergreens Cemetery.

See also
Boroughs
City Council Districts
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Brooklyn Community Board 4

SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Occupant

A Brooklyn crash on Bushwick Avenue injured a 48-year-old female SUV driver. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and engaged in aggressive driving. The impact caused injuries to her entire body, leaving her in shock.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 17:20. The injured party was a 48-year-old female SUV driver who suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors to the collision. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle but complained of pain and nausea. The crash involved multiple SUVs traveling north, with one vehicle making a left turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the injured driver's vehicle. The report explicitly identifies driver errors, including failure to obey traffic signals and aggressive driving behavior, as the cause of the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4720852 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
2
Distracted Driver Slams Parked Cars in Brooklyn

A left-turning sedan hit two parked cars on Evergreen Avenue. Both people inside the sedan suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal crumpled. No one outside the car was hurt.

According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Evergreen Avenue in Brooklyn struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV—at 1:46 a.m. The sedan’s right front bumper hit the left front quarter panel of the parked sedan and the left rear bumper of the SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The crash injured both occupants of the turning sedan: a 25-year-old male driver and a 24-year-old female passenger. Both suffered abrasions and upper arm injuries and were conscious at the scene. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4720315 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
Distracted SUV Driver Hits Motorcyclist on Myrtle Avenue

A distracted SUV driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcyclist going straight. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions and arm injuries. The crash caused shock and serious injury, highlighting driver inattention dangers.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 1:55 AM on Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn. A 29-year-old male motorcyclist, wearing a helmet, was traveling westbound when he was struck by a northbound SUV making a left turn. The SUV driver was cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction. The motorcyclist was ejected from his vehicle and sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The motorcyclist was reported to be in shock and suffered injury severity level 3. The SUV's point of impact was the left front bumper, while the motorcycle was hit on its center front end. This collision underscores the systemic danger posed by distracted driving, especially during turning maneuvers.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4720627 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
2
Motorcycle Ejected Two in Brooklyn Crash

A motorcycle traveling south collided with a westbound sedan on Irving Avenue, Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected, suffering serious injuries to legs and hips. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:30 PM on Irving Avenue in Brooklyn. A southbound motorcycle struck the left side doors of a westbound sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old male with a permit license, was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with a complaint of pain and nausea. The 26-year-old female passenger was also ejected and suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the motorcycle driver. The sedan driver, a licensed female from Pennsylvania, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the motorcycle's left front quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were injured with severity level 3. The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4720469 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
Two Sedans Collide on Bushwick Avenue

Two sedans collided on Bushwick Avenue in a lane-changing crash. The driver of one vehicle suffered a head contusion and bruising. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage.

According to the police report, at 18:21 two sedans traveling east on Bushwick Avenue collided. One sedan was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the first vehicle and the left front bumper of the second. The driver of the first sedan, a 28-year-old female occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with a head contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4718613 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
Inexperienced Driver Crashes Motorcycle Into SUV

A motorcycle collided with an SUV on Cooper Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered back injuries and minor bleeding. Police cite driver inexperience as the primary cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cooper Street near Irving Avenue in Brooklyn at 12:51 PM. The collision involved a motorcycle and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The motorcycle struck the center back end of the SUV, which was impacted at its center front end. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and minor bleeding, and was not ejected from the vehicle but experienced shock. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inexperience' as the contributing factor to the crash, citing it twice in relation to the motorcycle driver. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating motorcycles in traffic.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4718549 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
Int 0857-2024
Gutiérrez co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.

Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.

Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.


Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Sedan Crash

A moped driver was ejected and suffered whole-body injuries after colliding with a parked sedan on Stockholm Street in Brooklyn. The sedan was struck on its right side while the moped traveled east. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:02 PM on Stockholm Street near Irving Avenue in Brooklyn. A moped traveling east collided with a sedan that was parked and then struck on its right side doors. The moped driver, an 18-year-old male occupant, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained injuries to his entire body, including whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain awareness. The moped driver was not cited with any contributing factors. The sedan had two occupants and suffered damage to its right rear quarter panel. The moped's left front bumper was damaged. The report does not attribute fault to the moped driver or mention any victim behaviors contributing to the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4718181 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Southbound Bicyclist

A northbound SUV making a left turn collided with a southbound bicyclist on Bushwick Avenue. The cyclist suffered abrasions and arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.

According to the police report, at 5:00 p.m., a 2017 Chevrolet SUV traveling north on Bushwick Avenue was making a left turn when it struck a southbound bicyclist. The impact occurred on the left side doors of the bike and the center front end of the SUV. The bicyclist, a 51-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the SUV driver. The cyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. The SUV had no occupants other than the driver, who was unlicensed. This crash highlights critical driver errors in yielding and attention that led to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4716179 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Gates Avenue

A bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision with an SUV on Gates Avenue. The cyclist was partially ejected but remained conscious. The crash was caused by driver inattention, according to the police report.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Gates Avenue involving a station wagon/SUV and a bicyclist traveling south. The SUV was traveling east and both vehicles were going straight ahead when the crash happened at 19:50. The bicyclist, a 39-year-old male, was partially ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The SUV showed no damage, while the bike sustained damage to its center front end. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4715824 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
Motorcycle Ejected After High-Speed Crash in Brooklyn

A motorcycle collided with a sedan on Wyckoff Avenue, ejecting the rider. The 32-year-old driver suffered facial injuries and minor bleeding. Alcohol involvement and unsafe speed by the motorcyclist led to the violent impact and severe trauma.

According to the police report, a collision occurred at 19:25 on Wyckoff Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2017 Yamaha motorcycle and a 2015 Toyota sedan. The motorcycle was traveling north, and the sedan south, both going straight ahead when the crash happened. The motorcycle driver, a 32-year-old male, was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining facial injuries and minor bleeding, and was reported to be in shock. The report cites 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors attributed to the motorcycle driver. The sedan's point of impact was its left rear bumper, while the motorcycle sustained damage to its center front end. The motorcycle driver held only a permit license. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights driver errors related to impaired operation and excessive speed, resulting in severe injury to the vulnerable motorcyclist.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4715268 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
Moped Strikes SUV Turning Left on Central Avenue

A moped traveling south collided with an SUV making a left turn on Central Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Police cited driver inattention as a contributing factor in the crash.

According to the police report, at 11:40 PM on Central Avenue in Brooklyn, a moped traveling south struck a station wagon/SUV that was making a left turn. The moped's right front quarter panel was the point of impact, sustaining damage, while the SUV showed no damage. The moped driver, a 32-year-old male occupant, was injured with abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The SUV driver’s license status and identity were not reported. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4714846 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Cyclist on Irving

A sedan driver, distracted and inattentive, struck a 34-year-old woman riding her bike northeast on Irving Avenue. She suffered bruises to her knee, leg, and foot. The crash shows the threat drivers pose to cyclists.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast collided with a bicyclist heading northeast on Irving Avenue at 19:40. The 34-year-old woman riding the bike was injured, suffering contusions to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, pointing to the sedan driver's failure to pay attention. No other contributing factors or cyclist actions were cited. This crash highlights the danger distracted drivers create for people on bikes.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4714452 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Bushwick Avenue

A northbound SUV struck a sedan from behind on Bushwick Avenue. The sedan carried a rear-seat passenger who suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience as key factors in the collision.

According to the police report, at 8:40 AM on Bushwick Avenue, a 2017 Lincoln SUV traveling north rear-ended a 2020 BMW sedan also heading north. The point of impact was the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The sedan carried a 25-year-old female passenger seated in the middle rear seat, restrained by a lap belt, who sustained back injuries and was in shock following the crash. The report identifies the SUV driver’s inattention and inexperience as contributing factors to the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted and inexperienced drivers in multi-vehicle rear-end collisions.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4713606 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
Motorcycle Driver Ejected on De Kalb Avenue

A 25-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries on De Kalb Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash involved a vehicle making a left turn. Police cited traffic control disregard as the primary cause of the collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:40 PM on De Kalb Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcyclist, a 25-year-old male wearing a helmet, was traveling northbound when a vehicle registered in Mississippi attempted a left turn southbound. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs by the driver of the turning vehicle. The motorcyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained serious injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations. The motorcycle driver was conscious but severely injured. No contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were noted. The collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, resulting in violent impacts and severe injuries to vulnerable road users.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4713473 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
S 2714
Salazar votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.

Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.

Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.


Reynoso Criticizes Slow Untransparent Commercial Waste Zone Rollout

The city’s commercial waste zone plan crawls forward. Only one Queens zone launches this fall. Nineteen more wait in limbo. Oversight is absent. Haulers with deadly records win contracts. Advocates demand speed, transparency, and real safety for streets choked by trucks.

Council Bill for commercial waste zone reform, passed in 2019, remains stalled. The Department of Sanitation (DSNY) will launch only one zone in central Queens after September 3, 2024. The oversight task force has not met in two years. Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, who authored the law as a Council member, called DSNY’s rollout a 'missed opportunity' for clarity and accountability. Justin Wood of New York Lawyers for the Public Interest warned, 'The system cannot achieve transformational change if it is treated as a limited pilot program.' The city’s goal to cut truck miles falls short of original promises. Action Carting, whose driver killed a cyclist in 2017, secured contracts for 14 zones. Advocates say the lack of outreach, oversight, and clear safety benchmarks leaves vulnerable road users at risk. No safety analyst assessment was provided.


S 6808
Salazar votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.

Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.

Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.


Int 0714-2024
Gutiérrez co-sponsors bill for more school safety signs, limited impact.

Council wants bold signs at every school entrance. Paint on pavement. Metal overhead. The aim: warn drivers, shield kids. The bill sits in committee. Streets wait. Danger does not.

Bill Int 0714-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced March 19, 2024. The bill reads: 'installing safety signs near schools.' Council Member Susan Zhuang leads, joined by Rivera, Gennaro, Won, Hanif, Gutiérrez, Louis, Cabán, Restler, Farías, Banks, Riley, and Feliz. The bill orders the Department of Transportation to paint and hang school safety signs on every street with a school entrance. The goal: alert drivers to children and pedestrians. The bill awaits further action. No safety analyst note was provided.


Int 0724-2024
Gutiérrez co-sponsors curb repair bill, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.

Council bill orders DOT to repair broken curbs during street resurfacing. Hazardous curbs trip, trap, and injure. The fix is overdue. Pedestrians need solid ground. Council moves to force action.

Int 0724-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced March 19, 2024, the bill commands DOT to repair broken curbs that pose safety hazards during any resurfacing project. The matter title reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... requiring that the department of transportation repair broken curbs as part of resurfacing projects.' Council Members Schulman, Gennaro (primary), Gutiérrez, Louis, Brewer, and Avilés sponsor the measure. The bill targets a simple danger: shattered curbs that trip and injure. If passed, DOT must fix these hazards as routine, not afterthought. The law would take effect 120 days after enactment.