Crash Count for Brooklyn CB4
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 5,274
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,523
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 598
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 33
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 9
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Dec 11, 2025
Carnage in CB 304
Detailed breakdowns aren’t yet available for this year slice; totals below reflect the selected window.
Killed 9
Crush Injuries 5
Head 3
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Whole body 1
Amputation 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Severe Bleeding 9
Head 5
Face 2
Lower leg/foot 1
Neck 1
Severe Lacerations 13
Head 4
Lower leg/foot 4
Face 2
Back 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Whole body 1
Concussion 11
Head 6
+1
Neck 3
Lower arm/hand 1
Whiplash 72
Neck 27
+22
Head 20
+15
Back 16
+11
Whole body 10
+5
Shoulder/upper arm 6
+1
Hip/upper leg 2
Lower leg/foot 2
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Face 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Contusion/Bruise 133
Lower leg/foot 54
+49
Head 21
+16
Lower arm/hand 20
+15
Shoulder/upper arm 14
+9
Hip/upper leg 8
+3
Whole body 6
+1
Back 5
Abdomen/pelvis 3
Face 3
Neck 2
Chest 1
Abrasion 137
Lower leg/foot 49
+44
Lower arm/hand 31
+26
Head 19
+14
Face 10
+5
Whole body 10
+5
Shoulder/upper arm 8
+3
Hip/upper leg 6
+1
Abdomen/pelvis 4
Eye 2
Chest 1
Pain/Nausea 51
Back 11
+6
Lower leg/foot 10
+5
Head 7
+2
Whole body 7
+2
Shoulder/upper arm 5
Hip/upper leg 4
Abdomen/pelvis 3
Lower arm/hand 3
Neck 2
Chest 1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Dec 11, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in CB 304?

Preventable Speeding in CB 304 School Zones

(since 2022)
Bushwick Ave keeps breaking bodies. The fixes wait.

Bushwick Ave keeps breaking bodies. The fixes wait.

Brooklyn CB4: Jan 1, 2022 - Dec 15, 2025

Mid‑afternoon at Bushwick Avenue and Cooper Street, a driver going straight hit a person in the intersection. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. NYC Open Data

This Month

  • On Harman Street at Wyckoff Avenue, a moped rider hit an 11‑year‑old crossing with the signal; police cited driver inattention. NYC Open Data
  • On Wyckoff Avenue at Putnam Avenue, a left‑turning truck driver failed to yield and hit a person in the crosswalk. NYC Open Data
  • On Bushwick Avenue at DeKalb Avenue, a driver hit a person on a bike; police recorded distraction and an unsafe lane change by the driver. NYC Open Data

The toll on these streets

Since 2022 in Brooklyn CB4, crashes injured 2,523 people and killed 9. Pedestrians account for 465 injuries and 2 deaths; people on bikes, 344 injuries and 1 death. NYC Open Data

Evenings are worst. Injuries peak around 5–7 PM. NYC Open Data

Certain corners keep showing up. Bushwick Avenue has seen 382 injuries and 1 death. Central Avenue has 103 injuries and 2 deaths. NYC Open Data

Drivers, turns, and the body in the crosswalk

Police records name driver actions again and again: failure to yield; distraction; unsafe lane change. Those are the words on the reports above. NYC Open Data

The warnings are not new. “Why can’t our officials prevent this kind of predictable incident?” asked a citywide outlet after another person was maimed on a sidewalk. Streetsblog

The power and the choices

Council Member Sandy Nurse backs a law to clear sightlines at every corner: “Universal daylighting is a proven, effective way to make our streets safer for pedestrians, bikers and drivers.” City & State NY

In Albany, State Sen. Julia Salazar co‑sponsored and voted yes on bill S 4045 to require speed‑limiting tech for repeat dangerous drivers. Open States Assembly Member Maritza Davila co‑sponsors the matching bill A 2299. Open States

Citywide, our neighbors have started to push 20 MPH zones under Sammy’s Law. The case for a default 20 is clear and current. Take Action

What would help here

  • Daylighting at Bushwick Avenue and other repeat corners to restore sightlines and shorten crossings. City & State NY
  • Targeted failure‑to‑yield enforcement and turn‑calming at left‑turn hotspots like Wyckoff at Putnam. NYC Open Data
  • Speed‑limiting for the small number of repeat offenders who keep showing up on camera. Support S 4045/A 2299. Open States

The ask

Mid‑afternoon on Bushwick Avenue should not end in blood and paperwork. Lower speeds. Clear corners. Curb the worst drivers. Tell City Hall and Albany to use the tools they already have. Act now.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is this?
Brooklyn Community Board 4 covers Bushwick (East and West) and The Evergreens Cemetery. Key corridors in our data include Bushwick Avenue, Central Avenue, and Wyckoff Avenue.
What’s happened since 2022?
From 2022 through Dec 15, 2025, crashes in Brooklyn CB4 injured 2,523 people and killed 9. Pedestrians suffered 465 injuries and 2 deaths; people on bikes 344 injuries and 1 death. Evenings around 5–7 PM see the most injuries. Source: NYC Open Data.
Which spots are worst?
Bushwick Avenue stands out with 382 injuries and 1 death; Central Avenue with 103 injuries and 2 deaths since 2022. Source: NYC Open Data.
Who can fix this now?
Locally, Council Member Sandy Nurse backs universal daylighting. In Albany, Sen. Julia Salazar co‑sponsored and voted yes on S 4045; Assembly Member Maritza Davila co‑sponsors A 2299. These moves clear corners and rein in repeat speeders. Sources: City & State NY; Open States.
How were these numbers calculated?
We used NYC Open Data’s Motor Vehicle Collisions datasets (Crashes, Persons, Vehicles). We filtered records to Brooklyn Community Board 4 and the period 2022‑01‑01 to 2025‑12‑15, then tallied injuries, deaths, and selected locations and hours. Data last extracted Dec 14, 2025. You can view the source datasets here.
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

Citations

Other Representatives

Assembly Member Maritza Davila

District 53

Council Member Sandy Nurse

District 37

State Senator Julia Salazar

District 18

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
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State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Brooklyn Community Board 4

7
String Slices Cyclists On Parkway Bridge

Jun 7 - A string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge cut two cyclists. One suffered a slashed throat and blood loss, the other needed stitches. The string’s source remains unclear. Kite fighting blamed, but city action lags. Riders bleed. System fails.

Gothamist (2025-06-07) reports two cyclists were injured by a string suspended across the Marine Parkway Bridge. One cyclist, Robert Hillebrand, suffered a severed windpipe and required blood transfusions. Another, Jennifer Noble, received stitches and a broken finger. Police said the string was likely from kite fighting, a practice where glass-coated strings are used to cut opponents' kites. Witnesses described a yellow nylon string stretched across the bike lane. The NYPD found no criminality. The city parks department bans kite fighting but enforcement is lacking. Danny Mundy, a local civic leader, said, “It’s absolutely dangerous and unacceptable.” Previous injuries and lawsuits linked to kite string in the area highlight ongoing risks for cyclists and wildlife. No driver involvement was reported, but the incident exposes gaps in infrastructure and enforcement.


3
Unsafe Speed Crash Injures Two on Flushing Ave

Jun 3 - Two sedans collided at Flushing and Bushwick. Metal slammed metal. Two men hurt—one in the head, one in the leg. Police cite unsafe speed. Airbags burst. The street fell silent. Danger rides with speed in Brooklyn.

Two sedans crashed at the intersection of Flushing Avenue and Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the collision involved a Ford sedan making a left turn and a Nissan sedan going straight. Two men, ages 36 and 49, suffered injuries—one to the head, one to the lower leg and foot. Both were conscious after the crash. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Airbags deployed in both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk posed by unsafe speed on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4817622 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-12-15
3
Police Chase Ends With Jeep On Tracks

Jun 3 - A Jeep fleeing police tore through a Brooklyn fence and crashed onto L train tracks. Twisted metal and barbed wire marked the wreck. Subway service stalled. The driver, unhurt, was arrested. The night echoed with sirens and shock.

According to The Brooklyn Paper (2025-06-03), a driver in a Jeep sped away from police after being stopped for illegal tinted windows. Officers from the 75th Precinct gave chase. The driver lost control near East 105th Street and Farragut Road, smashing through a fence and landing the vehicle on the Manhattan-bound L train tracks. Eyewitnesses described the chaos: 'Next thing I know, he was into the fence. Absolutely crazy.' The crash left the Jeep mangled and caused overnight subway delays. Police took the uninjured driver into custody at the scene. Charges are pending. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and the vulnerability of transit infrastructure to reckless driving.


2
Moped and Sedan Crash on Bushwick Avenue

Jun 2 - A moped and a sedan collided on Bushwick Avenue near Eastern Parkway. Two people were ejected. Both drivers and a passenger suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The crash left bodies broken and the street scarred.

A crash involving a moped and a sedan occurred on Bushwick Avenue at the intersection with Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both vehicles struck each other head-on at the center front ends. Two people were ejected from their vehicles. One moped driver, age 34, was injured and described as incoherent. A 33-year-old passenger in the sedan was also injured and ejected, suffering injuries to her entire body. Another occupant and both drivers sustained unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for all involved. The moped driver was unlicensed. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus and speed on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4817597 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-12-15
2
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Central Avenue

Jun 2 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Central Avenue near Halsey Street. The cyclist suffered arm abrasions. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely. The crash left the cyclist injured. The street saw another vulnerable road user harmed by a car.

A crash on Central Avenue at Halsey Street in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. The cyclist, a 34-year-old woman, was injured with abrasions to her arm. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The sedan was traveling straight ahead when it struck the cyclist. The police report notes the cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. The crash highlights the danger posed to cyclists by inattentive drivers and close following distances. No vehicle damage was reported, but the human cost was clear: another cyclist hurt on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4817602 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-12-15
2
Distracted Taxi Rear-Ends Stopped Truck on Moffat

Jun 2 - A taxi slammed into a stopped pick-up on Moffat Street. The crash left a woman in the back seat hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Metal crumpled. Traffic halted. The street bore the mark of another careless moment behind the wheel.

A taxi traveling north on Moffat Street struck the rear of a stopped pick-up truck. According to the police report, the crash involved a pick-up and a taxi, both with licensed drivers. The taxi carried three occupants. A 59-year-old woman in the right rear seat of the taxi suffered a neck injury and reported whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The pick-up truck was stopped in traffic when it was hit. The impact crushed the center back end of the truck and the left front bumper of the taxi. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4817596 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-12-15
2
SUV Slams Sedan on Bushwick Avenue, Woman Hurt

Jun 2 - Two cars collided on Bushwick Avenue. An SUV struck the back of a sedan. One woman suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite driver distraction and tailgating. No pedestrians involved. The street stayed busy. Metal met metal. Pain followed.

A crash unfolded on Bushwick Avenue at Aberdeen Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV hit the rear of a sedan. One woman, age 42, was injured in the shoulder and reported pain and shock. Three others, including a child, were listed as occupants but did not have specified injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling south and going straight ahead at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No safety equipment or helmet use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the risks when drivers lose focus and follow too closely.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4817575 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-12-15
1
Three Injured in Multi-Car Bushwick Avenue Crash

Jun 1 - Metal struck metal on Bushwick Avenue. Three people hurt. A child and two adults bruised and shocked. Police blame driver distraction. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.

A crash involving multiple sedans on Bushwick Avenue at Stewart Street in Brooklyn left three people injured, including a 12-year-old boy and two adults. According to the police report, the collision occurred as vehicles traveled straight ahead. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The injured included a female driver, a male driver, and a young front-seat passenger, all suffering contusions and shock. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The data shows no helmet or signal violations. The crash highlights the persistent threat posed by driver distraction on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4817571 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-12-15
31
SUVs Collide on Flushing Avenue, Driver Injured

May 31 - Two SUVs crashed on Flushing Avenue near Sumner Place. One driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both vehicles showed heavy bumper damage. Police cite driver inexperience as a factor. The street fell silent after the impact.

Two station wagons, both SUVs, collided while making left turns on Flushing Avenue at Sumner Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 27-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining a head injury and whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor in the crash. Both vehicles suffered significant bumper damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants were listed but did not report injuries. The police report does not specify further details about the crash sequence. Driver inexperience stands out as the key factor in this late-night collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4817210 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-12-15
29
SUV And Sedan Crash Injures Two In Brooklyn

May 29 - A sedan and an SUV collided at Central and Myrtle Avenues. Two men drove. A woman and a man suffered injuries. Metal twisted. Whiplash followed. The crash left bodies aching and cars damaged. Streets stayed dangerous. No one walked away unchanged.

Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided at the intersection of Central Avenue and Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan and a southbound SUV making a left turn. Two people were injured: a 63-year-old woman riding as a rear passenger and a 43-year-old man driving. Both reported whiplash and bodily pain. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers. The sedan sustained damage to its right side doors, while the SUV was hit at the center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause beyond the listed driver errors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4816364 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-12-15
28
Improper Lane Use Injures Moped Riders on Bushwick Ave

May 28 - A moped and SUV collided on Bushwick Ave near Pilling St. Two moped riders were ejected and hurt. Police cite improper lane use. The crash left bodies bruised and shaken. Steel struck flesh. The street stayed dangerous.

A crash on Bushwick Ave at Pilling St in Brooklyn involved a moped and an SUV. Two people on the moped—a 29-year-old male driver and a 31-year-old female passenger—were ejected and injured. The passenger suffered leg injuries; the driver had upper arm injuries. According to the police report, 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The SUV was making a right turn; the moped was going straight. No pedestrians were involved. The moped driver wore a helmet. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when drivers fail to use lanes properly.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4816180 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-12-15
28
Int 1288-2025 Gutiérrez co-sponsors discounted senior bike share bill, boosting street safety.

May 28 - Council bill pushes for discounted bike share rates for New Yorkers 65 and up. The move aims to open city streets to older riders. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. No safety review yet.

Int 1288-2025 was introduced on May 28, 2025, and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill would require the Department of Transportation to set a discounted bike share rate for seniors, defined as those 65 or older. The matter title reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to a discounted bike share rate for seniors.' Council Member Farah N. Louis leads as primary sponsor, joined by Marte, Powers, Lee, Nurse, Hanif, Brewer, Banks, Menin, Feliz, Hanks, Avilés, and Gutiérrez. The bill was re-referred to committee on June 4, 2025. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.


28
Int 1288-2025 Gutiérrez co-sponsors senior bike share discount bill, boosting street safety.

May 28 - Council pushes a bill to cut bike share costs for New Yorkers over 65. The measure aims to open city cycling to more seniors. The committee now weighs its next move.

Bill Int 1288-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced May 28, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to a discounted bike share rate for seniors,' would require the Department of Transportation to mandate lower bike share rates for those 65 and older. Council Member Farah N. Louis leads as primary sponsor, joined by Marte, Powers, Lee, Nurse, Hanif, Brewer, Banks, Menin, Feliz, Hanks, Avilés, Gutiérrez, and Restler. The bill was re-referred to committee June 4. The move aims to make cycling more accessible for older New Yorkers.


28
Int 1288-2025 Nurse co-sponsors discounted senior bike share bill, boosting street safety.

May 28 - Council pushes cheaper bike share for seniors. More elders could ride. Streets may see more slow, unprotected cyclists. Danger from cars remains. Bill sits in committee. No safety fixes for traffic threats.

Int 1288-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced May 28, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to a discounted bike share rate for seniors,' requires the Department of Transportation to set lower bike share rates for those 65 and older. Council Member Farah N. Louis leads, joined by Marte, Powers, Lee, Nurse, Hanif, Brewer, and Banks. The measure aims to boost senior cycling but does not address street safety or car violence. The bill was re-referred to committee on June 4, 2025.


28
Int 1288-2025 Nurse co-sponsors discounted senior bike share bill, boosting street safety.

May 28 - Council pushes bill for cheaper bike share for New Yorkers over 65. More seniors could ride. The city’s streets may see older cyclists in the mix. The committee now holds the bill.

Bill Int 1288-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced May 28, 2025, and re-referred June 4, it mandates a discounted bike share rate for seniors 65 and older. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to a discounted bike share rate for seniors.” Council Member Farah N. Louis leads, joined by Marte, Powers, Lee, Nurse, Hanif, Brewer, Banks, and Menin. The Department of Transportation would require bike share operators to offer this rate. No safety analyst note was provided.


28
Int 1288-2025 Nurse co-sponsors discounted senior bike share bill, boosting street safety.

May 28 - Council bill pushes for discounted bike share rates for New Yorkers 65 and up. The move aims to open city streets to older riders. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. No safety review yet.

Int 1288-2025 was introduced on May 28, 2025, and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill would require the Department of Transportation to set a discounted bike share rate for seniors, defined as those 65 or older. The matter title reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to a discounted bike share rate for seniors.' Council Member Farah N. Louis leads as primary sponsor, joined by Marte, Powers, Lee, Nurse, Hanif, Brewer, Banks, Menin, Feliz, Hanks, Avilés, and Gutiérrez. The bill was re-referred to committee on June 4, 2025. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.


28
Int 1288-2025 Nurse co-sponsors senior bike share discount bill, boosting street safety.

May 28 - Council pushes a bill to cut bike share costs for New Yorkers over 65. The measure aims to open city cycling to more seniors. The committee now weighs its next move.

Bill Int 1288-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced May 28, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to a discounted bike share rate for seniors,' would require the Department of Transportation to mandate lower bike share rates for those 65 and older. Council Member Farah N. Louis leads as primary sponsor, joined by Marte, Powers, Lee, Nurse, Hanif, Brewer, Banks, Menin, Feliz, Hanks, Avilés, Gutiérrez, and Restler. The bill was re-referred to committee June 4. The move aims to make cycling more accessible for older New Yorkers.


28
Int 1287-2025 Nurse co-sponsors student bike share discount bill, boosting street safety.

May 28 - Council pushes cheaper bike share for students 16 and up. More teens on bikes. Streets shift. Danger remains. The bill sits in committee. Cyclists wait.

Int 1287-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced May 28, 2025. The bill would require the Department of Transportation to set a discounted bike share rate for public school students aged 16 or older. The matter title reads: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to a discounted bike share rate for public school students aged 16 or older." Council Member Christopher Marte leads as primary sponsor, joined by Louis, Stevens, Brooks-Powers, Ossé, Restler, Powers, Lee, Nurse, Hanif, Brewer, and Banks. The bill was referred to committee and awaits further action. No safety analysis has been provided.


27
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Flushing and Stewart

May 27 - A BMW sedan hit a woman crossing at Flushing and Stewart. She suffered leg injuries and shock. The crash left pain and confusion. Obstruction or debris played a role. The street turned violent in a heartbeat.

A BMW sedan traveling south on Flushing Avenue at Stewart Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 27-year-old woman as she crossed at the intersection. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, and experienced shock and pain. Two passengers and the driver in the sedan were listed as uninjured. The police report cites 'Obstruction/Debris' as a contributing factor in the crash. No other driver errors were noted in the data. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but this is not listed as a contributing factor. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The collision underscores the danger faced by people on foot when streets are blocked or visibility is compromised.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4816296 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-12-15
26
Boy Injured Crossing Between Subway Cars

May 26 - A boy slipped between moving subway cars in Brooklyn. His leg caught. Firefighters and police freed him. Blood on steel. He left for the hospital, stable. The train rolled on. The gap remains.

According to NY Daily News (2025-05-26), a 12-year-old boy was hospitalized after slipping while crossing between cars on a moving M train near Myrtle Ave.-Broadway station. The article states, "His right leg got stuck and he needed to be freed by FDNY personnel and members of the NYPD Emergency Service Unit." The boy suffered a leg injury and was transported to Bellevue Hospital in stable condition. No driver error is involved, but the incident highlights ongoing risks in subway design and enforcement. Crossing between cars remains a hazardous gap in transit safety, especially for young passengers.