Crash Count for Brooklyn CB5
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 7,745
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 4,557
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 795
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 46
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 8
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jun 11, 2025
Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Brooklyn CB5?
SUVs/Cars 126 9 5 Trucks/Buses 14 4 0 Motos/Mopeds 3 1 0 Bikes 2 1 0
Hit-and-Run City: Blood on the Streets, Silence in City Hall

Hit-and-Run City: Blood on the Streets, Silence in City Hall

Brooklyn CB5: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 17, 2025

The Toll in Blood and Silence

A man steps into the street in Cypress Hills. A burgundy Ford Explorer comes fast. The man does not make it across. The driver does not stop. The man dies at the hospital. The street is quiet again, but the loss stays. Police are still looking for the driver. The man was crossing the street in Cypress Hills when he was hit by a burgundy Ford Explorer.

He is not alone. In the last twelve months, 2 people have died and 17 have been seriously injured on these streets. Over 1,350 have been hurt. The numbers do not bleed, but the people do. Most of the dead are on foot. Most of the vehicles are SUVs or sedans. The story repeats. The names change.

Leadership: Promises and Delays

The city talks about Vision Zero. The city talks about safer streets. But the dead keep coming. At Pennsylvania and Blake, a woman was killed crossing with the signal. The driver turned left and struck her. Three months later, police charged the driver with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. She was arrested Wednesday following a police investigation, and was charged with failure to yield to a pedestrian, and failure to exercise due care, cops said.

The city has started to move. There are new plans to redesign Conduit Avenue, a corridor where five have died in five years. The Department of Transportation says, “Brooklyn and Queens Residents deserve a Conduit Boulevard that improves daily life, not a roadway that puts pedestrians and drivers at risk.” DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez calls for public input. The work is just beginning.

The Numbers Behind the Names

SUVs and sedans are the main killers. In three years, cars and trucks have taken five lives and left 135 with serious or moderate injuries. Motorcycles and mopeds have caused four serious or moderate injuries. Bikes have caused three. The streets are not safe for the old or the young. In the last year, 152 children have been hurt. Two people over 55 are dead.

Call to Action: No More Waiting

Every day of delay is another day of loss. Call your council member. Demand lower speed limits. Demand protected crossings. Demand that the city use its new power to set safer speeds. Take action now. The dead cannot speak. You can.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Brooklyn CB5 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Brooklyn, city council district District 42, assembly district AD 60 and state senate district SD 19.
Which areas are in Brooklyn CB5?
It includes the Cypress Hills, East New York (North), East New York-New Lots, Spring Creek-Starrett City, East New York-City Line, and Highland Park-Cypress Hills Cemeteries (South) neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council Districts District 37 and District 42, Assembly Districts AD 54 and AD 60, and State Senate Districts SD 18 and SD 19.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Brooklyn CB5?
Cars and Trucks: 5 deaths, 135 serious or moderate injuries. Motorcycles and Mopeds: 0 deaths, 4 serious or moderate injuries. Bikes: 0 deaths, 3 serious or moderate injuries. Data: NYC Open Data
Are these crashes just 'accidents'?
No. The same streets, the same turns, the same vehicles keep killing and injuring people. These are preventable. Safer design, lower speeds, and enforcement can stop the bloodshed.
What can local politicians do?
They can lower speed limits, redesign dangerous corridors, install protected crossings, and push for enforcement that targets dangerous driving—not people on foot or bike.
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.

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Brooklyn CB5 Brooklyn Community Board 5 sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 75, District 42, AD 60, SD 19.

It contains Cypress Hills, East New York (North), East New York-New Lots, Spring Creek-Starrett City, East New York-City Line, Highland Park-Cypress Hills Cemeteries (South).

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Brooklyn Community Board 5

Two Sedans Collide on Elton Street Brooklyn

Two sedans collided on Elton Street in Brooklyn. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage. A 45-year-old female driver suffered whole-body injuries and shock. The crash involved a parked vehicle and a moving sedan traveling northbound, with unspecified driver errors cited.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:19 AM on Elton Street in Brooklyn. Two sedans were involved: a 2005 Subaru that was parked and a 2023 Tesla traveling northbound. The Tesla struck the Subaru's left front bumper with its right front bumper, causing damage to both vehicles' center ends. The 45-year-old female driver of the Tesla sustained injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for the injured driver, indicating driver error but without detailed cause. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights risks posed by moving vehicles striking parked cars, with driver errors remaining unclear but central to the crash.


Sedan Rear-Ends Minibike on Belt Parkway

A sedan struck a minibike from behind on Belt Parkway, injuring the minibike driver. The collision caused bruising and arm injuries. The sedan driver followed too closely, leading to the crash. The minibike driver was unlicensed but no other factors were noted.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 12:50. A 2022 sedan traveling west struck a 2018 minibike also traveling west. The point of impact was the sedan's left rear bumper hitting the minibike's left front bumper. The sedan driver, a licensed male from Virginia, was cited for 'Following Too Closely,' which is identified as the contributing factor. The minibike driver, a 38-year-old unlicensed female occupant, sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors were listed in the report. The collision highlights the danger of close following distances on high-speed roadways.


Sedan Collides With Parked Chassis Cab Injuring Driver

A northbound sedan struck a parked chassis cab in Brooklyn. The sedan’s female driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Impact damaged the sedan’s front end and the chassis cab’s left front bumper. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.

According to the police report, at 9:04 AM in Brooklyn near 609 Fountain Avenue, a northbound sedan collided with a chassis cab that was parked facing south. The sedan’s female driver, age 28, was injured with contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the chassis cab’s left front bumper, causing damage to both vehicles. The report lists the sedan driver’s contributing factors as unspecified, with no noted failure to yield or other driver errors. The chassis cab driver was male, licensed, and not involved in active travel. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved in this crash.


High-Speed Collision Injures Passenger in Brooklyn

A high-speed crash in Brooklyn injured an 18-year-old female passenger. The collision involved multiple parked vehicles and a moving sedan. The passenger suffered a head contusion but was conscious and not ejected. Unsafe speed was cited as a key factor.

According to the police report, the crash occurred near 1010 Elton Street in Brooklyn at 11:50 p.m. The collision involved a moving sedan traveling south that impacted multiple parked vehicles, including a station wagon/SUV and other sedans. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor leading to the crash. An 18-year-old female passenger seated in the middle front seat or lying across a seat in one of the vehicles sustained a head contusion and was injured but remained conscious and was not ejected. Vehicle damage was noted on the left and right front bumpers of the involved cars. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the passenger's behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed in urban streets crowded with parked vehicles.


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Distracted Driver Injures Two in Brooklyn Sedan Crash

A distracted driver disregarded traffic control and crashed a sedan on Hemlock Street, Brooklyn. Two occupants suffered back and shoulder injuries, both in shock. The vehicle struck with its front end while making a right turn, causing serious pain and trauma.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Hemlock Street in Brooklyn at 1:22 a.m. The driver of a sedan was making a right turn when the collision happened. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Two occupants in the sedan, a 35-year-old male driver and a 36-year-old female front passenger, were injured. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and suffered injuries to the back and shoulder respectively, with injury severity rated at level 3. Both occupants experienced shock and complained of pain or nausea. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end and right front quarter panel. The report highlights driver errors without attributing fault to the victims.


Unlicensed Driver Sedan Hits Licensed Sedan

A collision on Etna Street in Brooklyn injured a licensed female driver. The crash involved an unlicensed male driver in a sedan striking the licensed driver’s vehicle. The licensed driver suffered abrasions and arm injuries, highlighting dangers from unlicensed driving.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:31 on Etna Street, Brooklyn. The collision involved multiple vehicles, including a 2008 sedan driven by an unlicensed male driver traveling west and a 2015 Ford sedan driven by a licensed female driver traveling south. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the unlicensed driver’s vehicle and the left front bumper of the licensed driver’s vehicle. The licensed female driver, age 35, was injured with abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists the unlicensed status of the male driver as a critical factor, indicating driver error. No contributing factors were assigned to the victim. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by unlicensed drivers operating vehicles on city streets.


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Multiple Injuries in Brooklyn Sedan Collision

Three men suffered upper arm shoulder injuries and whiplash in a Brooklyn crash. The collision involved two sedans and was caused by unsafe speed. All occupants were conscious and restrained by lap belts, avoiding ejection despite the forceful impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred in Brooklyn on Sutter Avenue around 3:00 AM. The collision involved multiple sedans, with three male occupants injured. The driver, front passenger, and rear passenger all sustained shoulder and upper arm injuries along with complaints of whiplash. Each occupant was conscious and wearing lap belts, preventing ejection. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error. The vehicles were traveling west and south, with impacts noted on various parts of the vehicles, including the right side doors and front bumpers. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of speeding and the resulting injuries to vehicle occupants.


Pedestrian Injured Crossing Sheridan Avenue Intersection

A 25-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries while crossing Sheridan Avenue at an intersection. She was conscious and sustained contusions. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle. No driver errors or contributing factors were reported in the police data.

According to the police report, a 25-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at an intersection on Sheridan Avenue. She sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle involved is listed as unspecified with no details on make, model, or driver behavior. The report does not cite any contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but no contributing factors were attributed to her actions. The absence of driver error or other contributing factors in the report highlights a lack of detailed information on the cause of the crash.


Brooklyn SUV and Sedan Collide Ignoring Traffic Control

Two vehicles crashed on Fulton Street in Brooklyn when one disregarded traffic control. A 4-year-old passenger in the SUV suffered whiplash. The impact struck the front ends of both vehicles, highlighting driver failure to obey signals and resulting injuries to a vulnerable occupant.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:10 on Fulton Street, Brooklyn, involving a 2012 Ford SUV traveling north and a 2015 Honda sedan traveling east. The collision resulted from a driver disregarding traffic control, as cited in the contributing factors. The SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper were damaged upon impact. A 4-year-old female passenger seated in the middle rear seat of the SUV was injured, suffering whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The child was restrained in a child safety seat. The report explicitly identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary driver error leading to the crash. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. This incident underscores the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic signals, causing harm to vulnerable passengers.


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Two-Vehicle Collision Injures Brooklyn Passengers

A Ford SUV and Chevrolet sedan collided head-on in Brooklyn, injuring both drivers and a front-seat passenger. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The injured suffered head and facial injuries, experiencing shock and bleeding. Police cited other vehicular factors in the crash.

According to the police report, a 2012 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2022 Chevrolet sedan traveling north collided at the center front ends near Williams Avenue in Brooklyn. Both drivers, a 25-year-old female and a 21-year-old male passenger, were injured. The driver suffered facial injuries with minor bleeding, while the passenger sustained head injuries and complained of pain or nausea. Both occupants were wearing lap belts and were not ejected. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers, indicating driver errors related to vehicle operation. The crash caused significant front-end damage to both vehicles. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.


Sedan Strikes Driver on Fulton Street

A sedan traveling south on Fulton Street struck a 54-year-old male driver, causing head injuries and whiplash. The impact occurred on the right side doors, damaging the vehicle’s right rear quarter panel. The driver remained conscious but injured.

According to the police report, a 54-year-old male driver was injured in a collision on Fulton Street in Brooklyn at 2:23 AM. The sedan, a 2017 Toyota, was traveling straight ahead southbound when it impacted the right side doors of the vehicle occupied by the driver. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The vehicle damage was concentrated on the right rear quarter panel. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no mention of driver errors or victim behaviors contributing to the crash. The focus remains on the collision’s impact and resulting injuries to the driver.


SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Warwick Street

A 65-year-old bicyclist suffered bruises and arm injuries after a collision with a southbound SUV on Warwick Street in Brooklyn. The SUV struck the cyclist’s left side doors, leaving the rider conscious but injured. No vehicle damage was reported.

According to the police report, a 65-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a 2009 Kia SUV traveling south on Warwick Street collided with him. The SUV impacted the left side doors of the bicycle, causing contusions and injuries to the bicyclist's elbow, lower arm, and hand. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead, while the bicyclist, who was unlicensed, was also going straight ahead. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The focus remains on the collision impact and resulting injuries to the vulnerable bicyclist.


Passenger Distraction and Speed Cause Sedan Crash

Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue at dawn. The driver, distracted by a passenger and speeding, suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash damaged front and rear bumpers, highlighting driver error as the primary cause of the violent impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:47 AM on Atlantic Avenue involving two sedans traveling east. One sedan was going straight ahead while the other was parked before the collision. The driver of the moving sedan, a 26-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites 'Passenger Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the right front bumper of the moving sedan and the center back end of the parked sedan. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The data points to driver distraction and excessive speed as the critical errors leading to this collision.


Two Sedans Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue

Two sedans traveling north on Pennsylvania Avenue collided in Brooklyn. The impact injured a 28-year-old female driver, who suffered neck whiplash. Alcohol involvement was cited as a contributing factor, highlighting driver error in this crash.

According to the police report, two sedans were traveling north on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn when they collided. The point of impact was the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. The crash injured a 28-year-old female driver, who sustained a neck injury described as whiplash and was conscious at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, indicating impaired driver behavior. Both drivers were licensed, and the vehicles were going straight ahead prior to the collision. Vehicle damage was noted on the front end of one sedan, while the other showed no damage. The report does not assign fault to the injured occupant but emphasizes driver error related to alcohol use as a key factor in the crash.


Sedan Strikes Brooklyn Pedestrian, Causes Leg Fracture

A 26-year-old woman suffered a severe leg fracture after a sedan traveling north on Drew Street struck her. The pedestrian was conscious but injured, with no reported driver errors or vehicle damage. Contributing factors remain unspecified.

According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured in Brooklyn near 902 Drew Street around 2:00 AM. She sustained a fracture, distortion, and dislocation to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle involved was a 2021 Nissan sedan traveling north, going straight ahead. The report notes no damage to the vehicle and no recorded driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Contributing factors for the crash are listed as unspecified. The pedestrian's location and actions at the time of impact are unknown. The report does not indicate any helmet use or crossing signal involvement. The focus remains on the collision itself, with no blame assigned to the pedestrian.


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Sedan Merging Strikes Parked SUV in Brooklyn

A sedan merging southbound collided with a parked SUV’s left rear quarter panel on Ashford Street. Two sedan occupants suffered head injuries and shock. The impact caused left front quarter damage to the sedan and left rear damage to the SUV.

According to the police report, at 15:38 in Brooklyn near 721 Ashford Street, a 2013 Nissan sedan traveling southbound was merging when it struck a parked 2007 Chevrolet SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front bumper and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The sedan carried two occupants, a 19-year-old female driver and a 21-year-old female front passenger, both injured with head trauma and shock, reporting pain or nausea. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The SUV was unoccupied and stationary before the collision. The report lists the sedan’s pre-crash action as merging, indicating driver error in merging maneuvers. No contributing factors were specified for the victims. The collision caused visible damage to the left front quarter of the sedan and the left rear quarter of the SUV.


Distracted Driver Crashes Into Parked Sedans

A 61-year-old driver suffered back injuries and shock after colliding with two parked sedans in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inattention and improper lane usage, left the driver complaining of pain and nausea, highlighting risks from distracted driving.

According to the police report, a 61-year-old male driver traveling east collided with two parked sedans on New Lots Avenue in Brooklyn at 8:50 AM. The driver was injured, sustaining back pain and shock, and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The driver was wearing a lap belt and complained of pain or nausea after the crash. The impact occurred on the left front bumper of the moving vehicle and the parked sedans, causing damage to the center front end and left front quarter panel of the parked cars. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and improper lane use in urban settings.


Alcohol-Involved SUV Collision Injures Brooklyn Driver

Two SUVs collided in Brooklyn near Loring Avenue just after midnight. The female driver of one SUV suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cite alcohol involvement as a key factor in the crash, highlighting the dangers of impaired driving in the city.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:39 a.m. in Brooklyn near 1258 Loring Avenue involving two sport utility vehicles traveling west. One SUV was parked before the crash, sustaining damage to its left rear bumper, while the other was moving straight ahead and impacted the first vehicle with its right front bumper. The female driver of the parked SUV was injured, suffering contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor to the collision. Both drivers were licensed, and the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The crash underscores the systemic danger posed by impaired driving on city streets.


Pedestrian Injured Crossing at Brooklyn Intersection

A 48-year-old man suffered a head injury and shock after being struck while crossing with the signal on Hegeman Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan driver made a right turn; no vehicle damage was reported. Confusion contributed to the pedestrian’s injury.

According to the police report, a 48-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Hegeman Avenue and Ashford Street in Brooklyn at 7:31 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The involved vehicle, a 2013 Honda sedan, was making a right turn traveling northeast. The report notes no damage to the vehicle and no ejection of the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The police report cites "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. There is no mention of driver errors such as failure to yield, but the pedestrian’s confusion is explicitly noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The focus remains on the pedestrian’s confusion as a factor in the crash.


SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A 43-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV made a left turn and struck her at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The driver caused the collision by turning into her path, leaving her in shock.

According to the police report, a 43-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Wortman Avenue at an intersection with the pedestrian signal. The collision occurred at 7:27 PM when a 2016 Kia SUV, driven by a licensed female driver traveling southwest, was making a left turn. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating no fault on her part. The driver’s action of making a left turn into the pedestrian’s path was the critical factor in the crash. Vehicle damage was not reported, but the impact caused significant injury to the pedestrian. No other contributing factors were specified.