Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Brooklyn CB5?
Brooklyn’s Deadly Routine: How Many More Must Die Before You Act?
Brooklyn CB5: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 6, 2025
Blood on the Asphalt
In Brooklyn CB5, the numbers do not lie. Thirteen people are dead. Fifty more are left with serious injuries. Over 8,500 crashes since 2022. The dead do not get second chances. The injured carry scars you cannot see.
Just this July, a 21-year-old woman was killed by a sedan on Gateway Drive. The driver was distracted. She was not in the road. She died anyway. The crash report lists the cause: “Driver Inattention/Distraction” and “Unsafe Speed” (NYC Open Data).
In January, a 57-year-old woman was crossing Pennsylvania Avenue with the signal. An SUV turned left. She never made it to the other side. The driver failed to yield. She died at the intersection (NYC Open Data).
The streets do not forgive.
The Usual Suspects
Cars and SUVs do most of the killing. Since 2022, they have taken seven lives and left hundreds hurt. Trucks and buses add to the toll. Motorcycles, mopeds, and bikes are in the mix, but the big machines do the most damage.
The pattern is clear. The pain is not spread evenly. The young, the old, the ones on foot—they pay the highest price.
Leaders: Votes and Silence
Local leaders have moved, but not fast enough. State Senator Roxanne Persaud voted yes to extend school speed zones and to curb repeat speeders. Assembly Member Nikki Lucas did the same. Council Member Chris Banks co-sponsored bills for safer bike share and removing abandoned vehicles.
But the carnage continues. “We wait until someone dies. We wait until a tragedy. We wait to say, ‘oh my gosh, how could this possibly have happened?’ We let this happen time and time again,” said State Senator Andrew Gounardes after another Brooklyn hit-and-run.
Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes put it plain: “We started talking about a plan in 2014 and it’s now 2025. What is going on?” (CBS New York).
The Next Step Is Yours
The bodies keep piling up. The policies move slow. Call your council member. Call your state reps. Tell them you want daylight at every crosswalk, a 20 mph speed limit, and real consequences for repeat speeders. Do not wait for another name to be added to the list.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Brooklyn CB5 sit politically?
▸ Which areas are in Brooklyn CB5?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Brooklyn CB5?
▸ Are these crashes just 'accidents'?
▸ What can local politicians do to make streets safer?
▸ What is CrashCount?
Citations
▸ Citations
- Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-30
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827641 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- File Int 1304-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-06-11
- Sunset Park Hit-and-Run Spurs Demands, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-24
- Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-05
- Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-04
- Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-03
- ‘City of … Sort Of’: How Do The ‘Outer Transit Zone’ Parking Mandate Reductions Work?, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-02-26
Other Representatives
District 60
425 New Lots Ave. First Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Room 702, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 42
1199 Elton Street, Brooklyn, NY 11207
718-649-9495
250 Broadway, Suite 1774, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6957
District 19
1222 E. 96th St., Brooklyn, NY 11236
Room 409, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
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).
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Brooklyn Community Board 5
Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal in Brooklyn▸A 21-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after being struck while crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection. The crash occurred near Pitkin Avenue and Pennsylvania Avenue, leaving the pedestrian bruised but conscious.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Pitkin Avenue and Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The victim sustained contusions and bruises to the knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The pedestrian remained conscious after the crash. The report does not specify the vehicle type or driver details, nor does it list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when crossing legally.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Vermont St▸A 44-year-old woman suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation after a sedan struck her at a marked crosswalk on Vermont Street. The driver, making a left turn, failed to yield and was inattentive, causing severe injury at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Vermont Street was making a left turn when it struck a 44-year-old female pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian sustained a fractured and dislocated upper arm, classified as a severe injury. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, indicating the collision occurred during the turn. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2004 Toyota sedan with one occupant. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers failing to yield to pedestrians at intersections.
SUV Driver Falls Asleep, Injures Self in Crash▸A 36-year-old male driver suffered injuries after his SUV stopped in traffic and crashed. Alcohol involvement and driver fatigue led to a collision impacting the vehicle's front center. The driver was unconscious with arm injuries and minor bleeding.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male driver operating a 2023 SUV on Warwick Street in Brooklyn fell asleep while stopped in traffic, resulting in a crash. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement and driver fatigue as contributing factors. The driver, who was not ejected, was found unconscious with injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and suffered minor bleeding. The driver was licensed in New York. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The collision highlights the dangers of impaired and fatigued driving, as documented in the police report.
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Pennsylvania Ave▸A distracted driver slammed into a sedan’s rear on Pennsylvania Avenue. The 23-year-old rear driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite inattention as the cause. A parked Jeep was also struck.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Pennsylvania Avenue collided in a rear-end crash at 5:10 AM. The 23-year-old driver of the rear sedan suffered neck injuries, described as whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, showing the rear driver failed to pay attention. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead when the impact occurred. The crash also damaged a parked 2018 Jeep SUV on its left rear quarter panel. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Int 1138-2024Nurse co-sponsors bill to ban parking near crosswalks, boosting street safety.▸Council bill bars cars from blocking crosswalks. No standing or parking within 20 feet. City must install daylighting barriers at 1,000 intersections yearly. Streets clear. Sightlines open. Danger cut.
Int 1138-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced December 5, 2024. The bill states: “prohibiting standing or parking a vehicle within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection.” Council Member Erik D. Bottcher leads, joined by Public Advocate Jumaane Williams and over two dozen co-sponsors. The law orders the Department of Transportation to install daylighting barriers at a minimum of 1,000 intersections each year, up from 100. The city must also run outreach and education. The bill aims to keep crosswalks clear, improve visibility, and protect people on foot and bike. No more hiding behind parked cars. The committee laid the bill over on April 21, 2025.
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File Int 1138-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-12-05
Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Bus on Ashford St▸A sedan making a U-turn struck the left rear bumper of a bus stopped in traffic on Ashford Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. The crash exposed risks from improper vehicle maneuvers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:59 AM on Ashford Street in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling north was making a U-turn when it collided with the left rear bumper of a bus that was stopped in traffic, also traveling north. The point of impact was the sedan's center back end and the bus's left rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old male, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. He was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists the sedan driver's pre-crash action as 'Making U Turn,' indicating a driver error contributing to the collision. No contributing factors were specified for the bus driver. This crash highlights dangers posed by improper turning maneuvers in traffic and the vulnerability of vehicle occupants during rear-end impacts.
2Sedans Clash at Atlantic and Hendrix in Brooklyn▸Two sedans smashed at a Brooklyn corner. Both drivers hurt, necks whipped by the force. Police cite failure to yield and unsafe speed. One driver unlicensed. Metal twisted, bumpers crushed.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Hendrix Street in Brooklyn at 1:32 a.m. Both drivers suffered neck injuries described as whiplash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles sustained damage to their right front bumpers. The report does not attribute any fault or contributing factors to the injured passenger.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Brooklyn Intersection▸A 22-year-old man was severely injured after a sedan traveling west struck him at a Brooklyn intersection. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when the vehicle impacted his entire body, leaving him semiconscious with internal injuries.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 22-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection around 11:25 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk, and the vehicle impacted him at the center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body and was semiconscious with internal complaints. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver but notes the pedestrian's crossing without a signal. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of impact. No other vehicle occupants or driver details were provided. The collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicle movements through intersections where pedestrian crossing signals are absent or ignored.
SUV Slams Sedan on Flatlands Avenue▸SUV hit sedan head-on in Brooklyn. Sedan driver took the blow—face cut, neck snapped. Both cars wrecked up front. No pedestrians. No cyclists. Just steel and injury.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided on Flatlands Avenue near Van Siclen Avenue in Brooklyn at 5:35 AM. The SUV’s left front bumper struck the sedan’s center front end. The sedan’s 39-year-old male driver suffered facial injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both vehicles with heavy front-end damage.
NYCHA Worker Hits Three Cars in Brooklyn▸A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, then hit an empty vehicle. Police arrested her nearby. No life-threatening injuries. Charges include reckless endangerment and assault.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee, Tanisha Simpson, was arrested after a multi-car crash in Brooklyn. According to police, Simpson "swiped an oncoming car" near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard, then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before being arrested by city sheriffs. No one was seriously injured, though the pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights risks from hit-and-run crashes and the need for stronger enforcement around dangerous driving.
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NYCHA Worker Hits Three Cars in Brooklyn,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
Two Sedans Collide on Liberty Ave Brooklyn▸Two sedans collided on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn late at night. Both drivers disregarded traffic controls. A 44-year-old female driver suffered an upper arm injury. Impact occurred at the left rear quarter panel and front center of the vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:56 on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans, one traveling east and the other south, collided with impact on the left rear quarter panel of the eastbound vehicle and the center front end of the southbound vehicle. Both drivers disregarded traffic controls, a key contributing factor cited in the report. The female driver of the eastbound sedan, aged 44, was injured with an upper arm contusion and bruising. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The male driver of the southbound sedan was licensed and operating legally, but also disregarded traffic controls. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision highlights driver errors related to ignoring traffic signals or signs, leading to serious injury.
Cyclist Suffers Full-Body Injuries in Brooklyn Crash▸A 62-year-old male bicyclist sustained whiplash and injuries to his entire body in a collision on Pennsylvania Avenue. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. Police report lists unspecified contributing factors but no clear driver errors.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:42 AM. The cyclist was traveling north, going straight ahead, when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of his bike. The bicyclist suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, and remained conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for the bicyclist, and no explicit driver errors or violations are noted. The crash involved a single bike and an unspecified vehicle, with no details on the other vehicle's movement or damage. The lack of identified driver errors or victim contributing factors leaves the cause unclear but confirms serious injury to the vulnerable road user.
SUV Slams Stopped Sedan on Pennsylvania Ave▸SUV hit a stopped sedan’s right side in Brooklyn. Sedan driver, 62, suffered a head injury and shock. Police cite lost consciousness as a factor. Both drivers licensed. Impact was sudden, violent.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV traveling north on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn struck the right side doors of a stopped BMW sedan, also heading north. The sedan’s 62-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was in shock. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV’s front bumper hit the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The collision left the sedan driver injured. The police report highlights 'Lost Consciousness' as a factor, but the crash resulted from the SUV striking a stopped vehicle.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian at Hegeman and Pennsylvania▸A sedan struck a 34-year-old man crossing Hegeman Avenue. The impact broke his hip and leg. He lay incoherent, hurt, in the street. The crash left the car’s front end smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Hegeman Avenue at Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 34-year-old male pedestrian. The man was crossing against the signal at the intersection. The sedan hit him with its left front bumper, damaging the car’s center front end. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was incoherent at the scene, complaining of pain and nausea. The police report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors are cited in the data.
Two Sedans Crash on Chestnut Street, Child Hurt▸Two sedans collided on Chestnut Street at Ridgewood Avenue. A seven-year-old girl in the back seat suffered facial injuries and shock. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed as causes.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed at 12:41 a.m. on Chestnut Street near Ridgewood Avenue in Brooklyn. One sedan was going east, the other turned right northbound. The eastbound car struck the left side doors of the turning sedan. Police listed failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. A seven-year-old girl riding in the middle rear seat of the northbound sedan was injured, suffering facial wounds and minor bleeding. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and experienced shock. Driver errors—failure to yield and unsafe speed—directly led to the crash and the child’s injuries.
Distracted SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 27-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making a right turn. The driver’s inattention and disregard for traffic control caused knee and lower leg injuries. The pedestrian suffered contusions but remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fountain Avenue near Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:25 p.m. A 27-year-old male pedestrian was crossing at an intersection with the signal when a Station Wagon/SUV making a right turn struck him on the right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The report identifies the primary contributing factor as driver inattention and distraction, along with traffic control disregarded by the driver. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing factor. The collision highlights a failure by the driver to yield and maintain attention at a controlled intersection, resulting in serious harm to a vulnerable road user.
Sedan and Van Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Sedan and van crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. Sedan driver hurt with back pain and whiplash. Police blame passing too closely. Both vehicles moved south. One driver left injured.
According to the police report, a sedan and a van collided at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling southbound and going straight. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and stayed conscious. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' as the cause for both drivers, showing clear driver error in keeping safe distance. The van had no damage and one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report notes the sedan driver was not using safety equipment, but only after citing driver error.
Sedan Strikes Bus Side in Brooklyn Collision▸A sedan collided with the left side of a bus on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited the driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause, highlighting dangerous passing behavior.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. A 37-year-old male sedan driver was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. The sedan struck the left side doors of a southbound Ford bus, which sustained no damage. The report identifies the contributing factor as "Passing Too Closely" repeated twice, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance while passing. The sedan driver was conscious and not ejected, but suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The bus driver and vehicle were not reported injured or damaged. This collision underscores the dangers posed by improper passing maneuvers on city streets.
SUV Strikes and Kills Woman on Pennsylvania Ave▸A Toyota SUV hit a 58-year-old woman in the road near 570 Pennsylvania Ave. Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street. The SUV rolled on, untouched. Brooklyn pavement bore the weight of her last breath.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV traveling north near 570 Pennsylvania Ave in Brooklyn struck a 58-year-old woman who was in the roadway. The report states, 'Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street.' The pedestrian suffered fatal head and crush injuries. The SUV sustained no damage and continued on. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway' at the time of the crash. The focus remains on the lethal impact of the SUV and the systemic danger faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling straight west on Georgia Ave. The 23-year-old male cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end were damaged.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:08 AM on Georgia Ave near New Lots Ave. The sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight westbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the bicyclist but does not specify any driver errors explicitly. The collision’s circumstances suggest failure to yield by the turning sedan, a common cause in left-turn crashes involving cyclists. The bicyclist was not reported to have contributed to the crash by any listed factor.
A 21-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after being struck while crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection. The crash occurred near Pitkin Avenue and Pennsylvania Avenue, leaving the pedestrian bruised but conscious.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Pitkin Avenue and Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The victim sustained contusions and bruises to the knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The pedestrian remained conscious after the crash. The report does not specify the vehicle type or driver details, nor does it list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when crossing legally.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Vermont St▸A 44-year-old woman suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation after a sedan struck her at a marked crosswalk on Vermont Street. The driver, making a left turn, failed to yield and was inattentive, causing severe injury at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Vermont Street was making a left turn when it struck a 44-year-old female pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian sustained a fractured and dislocated upper arm, classified as a severe injury. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, indicating the collision occurred during the turn. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2004 Toyota sedan with one occupant. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers failing to yield to pedestrians at intersections.
SUV Driver Falls Asleep, Injures Self in Crash▸A 36-year-old male driver suffered injuries after his SUV stopped in traffic and crashed. Alcohol involvement and driver fatigue led to a collision impacting the vehicle's front center. The driver was unconscious with arm injuries and minor bleeding.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male driver operating a 2023 SUV on Warwick Street in Brooklyn fell asleep while stopped in traffic, resulting in a crash. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement and driver fatigue as contributing factors. The driver, who was not ejected, was found unconscious with injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and suffered minor bleeding. The driver was licensed in New York. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The collision highlights the dangers of impaired and fatigued driving, as documented in the police report.
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Pennsylvania Ave▸A distracted driver slammed into a sedan’s rear on Pennsylvania Avenue. The 23-year-old rear driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite inattention as the cause. A parked Jeep was also struck.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Pennsylvania Avenue collided in a rear-end crash at 5:10 AM. The 23-year-old driver of the rear sedan suffered neck injuries, described as whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, showing the rear driver failed to pay attention. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead when the impact occurred. The crash also damaged a parked 2018 Jeep SUV on its left rear quarter panel. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Int 1138-2024Nurse co-sponsors bill to ban parking near crosswalks, boosting street safety.▸Council bill bars cars from blocking crosswalks. No standing or parking within 20 feet. City must install daylighting barriers at 1,000 intersections yearly. Streets clear. Sightlines open. Danger cut.
Int 1138-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced December 5, 2024. The bill states: “prohibiting standing or parking a vehicle within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection.” Council Member Erik D. Bottcher leads, joined by Public Advocate Jumaane Williams and over two dozen co-sponsors. The law orders the Department of Transportation to install daylighting barriers at a minimum of 1,000 intersections each year, up from 100. The city must also run outreach and education. The bill aims to keep crosswalks clear, improve visibility, and protect people on foot and bike. No more hiding behind parked cars. The committee laid the bill over on April 21, 2025.
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File Int 1138-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-12-05
Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Bus on Ashford St▸A sedan making a U-turn struck the left rear bumper of a bus stopped in traffic on Ashford Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. The crash exposed risks from improper vehicle maneuvers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:59 AM on Ashford Street in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling north was making a U-turn when it collided with the left rear bumper of a bus that was stopped in traffic, also traveling north. The point of impact was the sedan's center back end and the bus's left rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old male, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. He was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists the sedan driver's pre-crash action as 'Making U Turn,' indicating a driver error contributing to the collision. No contributing factors were specified for the bus driver. This crash highlights dangers posed by improper turning maneuvers in traffic and the vulnerability of vehicle occupants during rear-end impacts.
2Sedans Clash at Atlantic and Hendrix in Brooklyn▸Two sedans smashed at a Brooklyn corner. Both drivers hurt, necks whipped by the force. Police cite failure to yield and unsafe speed. One driver unlicensed. Metal twisted, bumpers crushed.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Hendrix Street in Brooklyn at 1:32 a.m. Both drivers suffered neck injuries described as whiplash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles sustained damage to their right front bumpers. The report does not attribute any fault or contributing factors to the injured passenger.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Brooklyn Intersection▸A 22-year-old man was severely injured after a sedan traveling west struck him at a Brooklyn intersection. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when the vehicle impacted his entire body, leaving him semiconscious with internal injuries.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 22-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection around 11:25 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk, and the vehicle impacted him at the center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body and was semiconscious with internal complaints. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver but notes the pedestrian's crossing without a signal. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of impact. No other vehicle occupants or driver details were provided. The collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicle movements through intersections where pedestrian crossing signals are absent or ignored.
SUV Slams Sedan on Flatlands Avenue▸SUV hit sedan head-on in Brooklyn. Sedan driver took the blow—face cut, neck snapped. Both cars wrecked up front. No pedestrians. No cyclists. Just steel and injury.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided on Flatlands Avenue near Van Siclen Avenue in Brooklyn at 5:35 AM. The SUV’s left front bumper struck the sedan’s center front end. The sedan’s 39-year-old male driver suffered facial injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both vehicles with heavy front-end damage.
NYCHA Worker Hits Three Cars in Brooklyn▸A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, then hit an empty vehicle. Police arrested her nearby. No life-threatening injuries. Charges include reckless endangerment and assault.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee, Tanisha Simpson, was arrested after a multi-car crash in Brooklyn. According to police, Simpson "swiped an oncoming car" near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard, then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before being arrested by city sheriffs. No one was seriously injured, though the pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights risks from hit-and-run crashes and the need for stronger enforcement around dangerous driving.
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NYCHA Worker Hits Three Cars in Brooklyn,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
Two Sedans Collide on Liberty Ave Brooklyn▸Two sedans collided on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn late at night. Both drivers disregarded traffic controls. A 44-year-old female driver suffered an upper arm injury. Impact occurred at the left rear quarter panel and front center of the vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:56 on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans, one traveling east and the other south, collided with impact on the left rear quarter panel of the eastbound vehicle and the center front end of the southbound vehicle. Both drivers disregarded traffic controls, a key contributing factor cited in the report. The female driver of the eastbound sedan, aged 44, was injured with an upper arm contusion and bruising. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The male driver of the southbound sedan was licensed and operating legally, but also disregarded traffic controls. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision highlights driver errors related to ignoring traffic signals or signs, leading to serious injury.
Cyclist Suffers Full-Body Injuries in Brooklyn Crash▸A 62-year-old male bicyclist sustained whiplash and injuries to his entire body in a collision on Pennsylvania Avenue. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. Police report lists unspecified contributing factors but no clear driver errors.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:42 AM. The cyclist was traveling north, going straight ahead, when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of his bike. The bicyclist suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, and remained conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for the bicyclist, and no explicit driver errors or violations are noted. The crash involved a single bike and an unspecified vehicle, with no details on the other vehicle's movement or damage. The lack of identified driver errors or victim contributing factors leaves the cause unclear but confirms serious injury to the vulnerable road user.
SUV Slams Stopped Sedan on Pennsylvania Ave▸SUV hit a stopped sedan’s right side in Brooklyn. Sedan driver, 62, suffered a head injury and shock. Police cite lost consciousness as a factor. Both drivers licensed. Impact was sudden, violent.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV traveling north on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn struck the right side doors of a stopped BMW sedan, also heading north. The sedan’s 62-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was in shock. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV’s front bumper hit the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The collision left the sedan driver injured. The police report highlights 'Lost Consciousness' as a factor, but the crash resulted from the SUV striking a stopped vehicle.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian at Hegeman and Pennsylvania▸A sedan struck a 34-year-old man crossing Hegeman Avenue. The impact broke his hip and leg. He lay incoherent, hurt, in the street. The crash left the car’s front end smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Hegeman Avenue at Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 34-year-old male pedestrian. The man was crossing against the signal at the intersection. The sedan hit him with its left front bumper, damaging the car’s center front end. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was incoherent at the scene, complaining of pain and nausea. The police report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors are cited in the data.
Two Sedans Crash on Chestnut Street, Child Hurt▸Two sedans collided on Chestnut Street at Ridgewood Avenue. A seven-year-old girl in the back seat suffered facial injuries and shock. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed as causes.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed at 12:41 a.m. on Chestnut Street near Ridgewood Avenue in Brooklyn. One sedan was going east, the other turned right northbound. The eastbound car struck the left side doors of the turning sedan. Police listed failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. A seven-year-old girl riding in the middle rear seat of the northbound sedan was injured, suffering facial wounds and minor bleeding. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and experienced shock. Driver errors—failure to yield and unsafe speed—directly led to the crash and the child’s injuries.
Distracted SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 27-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making a right turn. The driver’s inattention and disregard for traffic control caused knee and lower leg injuries. The pedestrian suffered contusions but remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fountain Avenue near Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:25 p.m. A 27-year-old male pedestrian was crossing at an intersection with the signal when a Station Wagon/SUV making a right turn struck him on the right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The report identifies the primary contributing factor as driver inattention and distraction, along with traffic control disregarded by the driver. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing factor. The collision highlights a failure by the driver to yield and maintain attention at a controlled intersection, resulting in serious harm to a vulnerable road user.
Sedan and Van Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Sedan and van crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. Sedan driver hurt with back pain and whiplash. Police blame passing too closely. Both vehicles moved south. One driver left injured.
According to the police report, a sedan and a van collided at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling southbound and going straight. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and stayed conscious. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' as the cause for both drivers, showing clear driver error in keeping safe distance. The van had no damage and one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report notes the sedan driver was not using safety equipment, but only after citing driver error.
Sedan Strikes Bus Side in Brooklyn Collision▸A sedan collided with the left side of a bus on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited the driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause, highlighting dangerous passing behavior.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. A 37-year-old male sedan driver was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. The sedan struck the left side doors of a southbound Ford bus, which sustained no damage. The report identifies the contributing factor as "Passing Too Closely" repeated twice, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance while passing. The sedan driver was conscious and not ejected, but suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The bus driver and vehicle were not reported injured or damaged. This collision underscores the dangers posed by improper passing maneuvers on city streets.
SUV Strikes and Kills Woman on Pennsylvania Ave▸A Toyota SUV hit a 58-year-old woman in the road near 570 Pennsylvania Ave. Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street. The SUV rolled on, untouched. Brooklyn pavement bore the weight of her last breath.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV traveling north near 570 Pennsylvania Ave in Brooklyn struck a 58-year-old woman who was in the roadway. The report states, 'Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street.' The pedestrian suffered fatal head and crush injuries. The SUV sustained no damage and continued on. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway' at the time of the crash. The focus remains on the lethal impact of the SUV and the systemic danger faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling straight west on Georgia Ave. The 23-year-old male cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end were damaged.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:08 AM on Georgia Ave near New Lots Ave. The sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight westbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the bicyclist but does not specify any driver errors explicitly. The collision’s circumstances suggest failure to yield by the turning sedan, a common cause in left-turn crashes involving cyclists. The bicyclist was not reported to have contributed to the crash by any listed factor.
A 44-year-old woman suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation after a sedan struck her at a marked crosswalk on Vermont Street. The driver, making a left turn, failed to yield and was inattentive, causing severe injury at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Vermont Street was making a left turn when it struck a 44-year-old female pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian sustained a fractured and dislocated upper arm, classified as a severe injury. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, indicating the collision occurred during the turn. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2004 Toyota sedan with one occupant. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers failing to yield to pedestrians at intersections.
SUV Driver Falls Asleep, Injures Self in Crash▸A 36-year-old male driver suffered injuries after his SUV stopped in traffic and crashed. Alcohol involvement and driver fatigue led to a collision impacting the vehicle's front center. The driver was unconscious with arm injuries and minor bleeding.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male driver operating a 2023 SUV on Warwick Street in Brooklyn fell asleep while stopped in traffic, resulting in a crash. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement and driver fatigue as contributing factors. The driver, who was not ejected, was found unconscious with injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and suffered minor bleeding. The driver was licensed in New York. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The collision highlights the dangers of impaired and fatigued driving, as documented in the police report.
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Pennsylvania Ave▸A distracted driver slammed into a sedan’s rear on Pennsylvania Avenue. The 23-year-old rear driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite inattention as the cause. A parked Jeep was also struck.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Pennsylvania Avenue collided in a rear-end crash at 5:10 AM. The 23-year-old driver of the rear sedan suffered neck injuries, described as whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, showing the rear driver failed to pay attention. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead when the impact occurred. The crash also damaged a parked 2018 Jeep SUV on its left rear quarter panel. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Int 1138-2024Nurse co-sponsors bill to ban parking near crosswalks, boosting street safety.▸Council bill bars cars from blocking crosswalks. No standing or parking within 20 feet. City must install daylighting barriers at 1,000 intersections yearly. Streets clear. Sightlines open. Danger cut.
Int 1138-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced December 5, 2024. The bill states: “prohibiting standing or parking a vehicle within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection.” Council Member Erik D. Bottcher leads, joined by Public Advocate Jumaane Williams and over two dozen co-sponsors. The law orders the Department of Transportation to install daylighting barriers at a minimum of 1,000 intersections each year, up from 100. The city must also run outreach and education. The bill aims to keep crosswalks clear, improve visibility, and protect people on foot and bike. No more hiding behind parked cars. The committee laid the bill over on April 21, 2025.
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File Int 1138-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-12-05
Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Bus on Ashford St▸A sedan making a U-turn struck the left rear bumper of a bus stopped in traffic on Ashford Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. The crash exposed risks from improper vehicle maneuvers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:59 AM on Ashford Street in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling north was making a U-turn when it collided with the left rear bumper of a bus that was stopped in traffic, also traveling north. The point of impact was the sedan's center back end and the bus's left rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old male, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. He was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists the sedan driver's pre-crash action as 'Making U Turn,' indicating a driver error contributing to the collision. No contributing factors were specified for the bus driver. This crash highlights dangers posed by improper turning maneuvers in traffic and the vulnerability of vehicle occupants during rear-end impacts.
2Sedans Clash at Atlantic and Hendrix in Brooklyn▸Two sedans smashed at a Brooklyn corner. Both drivers hurt, necks whipped by the force. Police cite failure to yield and unsafe speed. One driver unlicensed. Metal twisted, bumpers crushed.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Hendrix Street in Brooklyn at 1:32 a.m. Both drivers suffered neck injuries described as whiplash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles sustained damage to their right front bumpers. The report does not attribute any fault or contributing factors to the injured passenger.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Brooklyn Intersection▸A 22-year-old man was severely injured after a sedan traveling west struck him at a Brooklyn intersection. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when the vehicle impacted his entire body, leaving him semiconscious with internal injuries.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 22-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection around 11:25 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk, and the vehicle impacted him at the center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body and was semiconscious with internal complaints. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver but notes the pedestrian's crossing without a signal. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of impact. No other vehicle occupants or driver details were provided. The collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicle movements through intersections where pedestrian crossing signals are absent or ignored.
SUV Slams Sedan on Flatlands Avenue▸SUV hit sedan head-on in Brooklyn. Sedan driver took the blow—face cut, neck snapped. Both cars wrecked up front. No pedestrians. No cyclists. Just steel and injury.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided on Flatlands Avenue near Van Siclen Avenue in Brooklyn at 5:35 AM. The SUV’s left front bumper struck the sedan’s center front end. The sedan’s 39-year-old male driver suffered facial injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both vehicles with heavy front-end damage.
NYCHA Worker Hits Three Cars in Brooklyn▸A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, then hit an empty vehicle. Police arrested her nearby. No life-threatening injuries. Charges include reckless endangerment and assault.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee, Tanisha Simpson, was arrested after a multi-car crash in Brooklyn. According to police, Simpson "swiped an oncoming car" near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard, then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before being arrested by city sheriffs. No one was seriously injured, though the pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights risks from hit-and-run crashes and the need for stronger enforcement around dangerous driving.
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NYCHA Worker Hits Three Cars in Brooklyn,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
Two Sedans Collide on Liberty Ave Brooklyn▸Two sedans collided on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn late at night. Both drivers disregarded traffic controls. A 44-year-old female driver suffered an upper arm injury. Impact occurred at the left rear quarter panel and front center of the vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:56 on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans, one traveling east and the other south, collided with impact on the left rear quarter panel of the eastbound vehicle and the center front end of the southbound vehicle. Both drivers disregarded traffic controls, a key contributing factor cited in the report. The female driver of the eastbound sedan, aged 44, was injured with an upper arm contusion and bruising. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The male driver of the southbound sedan was licensed and operating legally, but also disregarded traffic controls. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision highlights driver errors related to ignoring traffic signals or signs, leading to serious injury.
Cyclist Suffers Full-Body Injuries in Brooklyn Crash▸A 62-year-old male bicyclist sustained whiplash and injuries to his entire body in a collision on Pennsylvania Avenue. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. Police report lists unspecified contributing factors but no clear driver errors.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:42 AM. The cyclist was traveling north, going straight ahead, when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of his bike. The bicyclist suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, and remained conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for the bicyclist, and no explicit driver errors or violations are noted. The crash involved a single bike and an unspecified vehicle, with no details on the other vehicle's movement or damage. The lack of identified driver errors or victim contributing factors leaves the cause unclear but confirms serious injury to the vulnerable road user.
SUV Slams Stopped Sedan on Pennsylvania Ave▸SUV hit a stopped sedan’s right side in Brooklyn. Sedan driver, 62, suffered a head injury and shock. Police cite lost consciousness as a factor. Both drivers licensed. Impact was sudden, violent.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV traveling north on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn struck the right side doors of a stopped BMW sedan, also heading north. The sedan’s 62-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was in shock. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV’s front bumper hit the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The collision left the sedan driver injured. The police report highlights 'Lost Consciousness' as a factor, but the crash resulted from the SUV striking a stopped vehicle.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian at Hegeman and Pennsylvania▸A sedan struck a 34-year-old man crossing Hegeman Avenue. The impact broke his hip and leg. He lay incoherent, hurt, in the street. The crash left the car’s front end smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Hegeman Avenue at Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 34-year-old male pedestrian. The man was crossing against the signal at the intersection. The sedan hit him with its left front bumper, damaging the car’s center front end. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was incoherent at the scene, complaining of pain and nausea. The police report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors are cited in the data.
Two Sedans Crash on Chestnut Street, Child Hurt▸Two sedans collided on Chestnut Street at Ridgewood Avenue. A seven-year-old girl in the back seat suffered facial injuries and shock. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed as causes.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed at 12:41 a.m. on Chestnut Street near Ridgewood Avenue in Brooklyn. One sedan was going east, the other turned right northbound. The eastbound car struck the left side doors of the turning sedan. Police listed failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. A seven-year-old girl riding in the middle rear seat of the northbound sedan was injured, suffering facial wounds and minor bleeding. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and experienced shock. Driver errors—failure to yield and unsafe speed—directly led to the crash and the child’s injuries.
Distracted SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 27-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making a right turn. The driver’s inattention and disregard for traffic control caused knee and lower leg injuries. The pedestrian suffered contusions but remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fountain Avenue near Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:25 p.m. A 27-year-old male pedestrian was crossing at an intersection with the signal when a Station Wagon/SUV making a right turn struck him on the right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The report identifies the primary contributing factor as driver inattention and distraction, along with traffic control disregarded by the driver. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing factor. The collision highlights a failure by the driver to yield and maintain attention at a controlled intersection, resulting in serious harm to a vulnerable road user.
Sedan and Van Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Sedan and van crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. Sedan driver hurt with back pain and whiplash. Police blame passing too closely. Both vehicles moved south. One driver left injured.
According to the police report, a sedan and a van collided at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling southbound and going straight. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and stayed conscious. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' as the cause for both drivers, showing clear driver error in keeping safe distance. The van had no damage and one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report notes the sedan driver was not using safety equipment, but only after citing driver error.
Sedan Strikes Bus Side in Brooklyn Collision▸A sedan collided with the left side of a bus on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited the driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause, highlighting dangerous passing behavior.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. A 37-year-old male sedan driver was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. The sedan struck the left side doors of a southbound Ford bus, which sustained no damage. The report identifies the contributing factor as "Passing Too Closely" repeated twice, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance while passing. The sedan driver was conscious and not ejected, but suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The bus driver and vehicle were not reported injured or damaged. This collision underscores the dangers posed by improper passing maneuvers on city streets.
SUV Strikes and Kills Woman on Pennsylvania Ave▸A Toyota SUV hit a 58-year-old woman in the road near 570 Pennsylvania Ave. Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street. The SUV rolled on, untouched. Brooklyn pavement bore the weight of her last breath.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV traveling north near 570 Pennsylvania Ave in Brooklyn struck a 58-year-old woman who was in the roadway. The report states, 'Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street.' The pedestrian suffered fatal head and crush injuries. The SUV sustained no damage and continued on. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway' at the time of the crash. The focus remains on the lethal impact of the SUV and the systemic danger faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling straight west on Georgia Ave. The 23-year-old male cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end were damaged.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:08 AM on Georgia Ave near New Lots Ave. The sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight westbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the bicyclist but does not specify any driver errors explicitly. The collision’s circumstances suggest failure to yield by the turning sedan, a common cause in left-turn crashes involving cyclists. The bicyclist was not reported to have contributed to the crash by any listed factor.
A 36-year-old male driver suffered injuries after his SUV stopped in traffic and crashed. Alcohol involvement and driver fatigue led to a collision impacting the vehicle's front center. The driver was unconscious with arm injuries and minor bleeding.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male driver operating a 2023 SUV on Warwick Street in Brooklyn fell asleep while stopped in traffic, resulting in a crash. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement and driver fatigue as contributing factors. The driver, who was not ejected, was found unconscious with injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and suffered minor bleeding. The driver was licensed in New York. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The collision highlights the dangers of impaired and fatigued driving, as documented in the police report.
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Pennsylvania Ave▸A distracted driver slammed into a sedan’s rear on Pennsylvania Avenue. The 23-year-old rear driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite inattention as the cause. A parked Jeep was also struck.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Pennsylvania Avenue collided in a rear-end crash at 5:10 AM. The 23-year-old driver of the rear sedan suffered neck injuries, described as whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, showing the rear driver failed to pay attention. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead when the impact occurred. The crash also damaged a parked 2018 Jeep SUV on its left rear quarter panel. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Int 1138-2024Nurse co-sponsors bill to ban parking near crosswalks, boosting street safety.▸Council bill bars cars from blocking crosswalks. No standing or parking within 20 feet. City must install daylighting barriers at 1,000 intersections yearly. Streets clear. Sightlines open. Danger cut.
Int 1138-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced December 5, 2024. The bill states: “prohibiting standing or parking a vehicle within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection.” Council Member Erik D. Bottcher leads, joined by Public Advocate Jumaane Williams and over two dozen co-sponsors. The law orders the Department of Transportation to install daylighting barriers at a minimum of 1,000 intersections each year, up from 100. The city must also run outreach and education. The bill aims to keep crosswalks clear, improve visibility, and protect people on foot and bike. No more hiding behind parked cars. The committee laid the bill over on April 21, 2025.
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File Int 1138-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-12-05
Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Bus on Ashford St▸A sedan making a U-turn struck the left rear bumper of a bus stopped in traffic on Ashford Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. The crash exposed risks from improper vehicle maneuvers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:59 AM on Ashford Street in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling north was making a U-turn when it collided with the left rear bumper of a bus that was stopped in traffic, also traveling north. The point of impact was the sedan's center back end and the bus's left rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old male, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. He was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists the sedan driver's pre-crash action as 'Making U Turn,' indicating a driver error contributing to the collision. No contributing factors were specified for the bus driver. This crash highlights dangers posed by improper turning maneuvers in traffic and the vulnerability of vehicle occupants during rear-end impacts.
2Sedans Clash at Atlantic and Hendrix in Brooklyn▸Two sedans smashed at a Brooklyn corner. Both drivers hurt, necks whipped by the force. Police cite failure to yield and unsafe speed. One driver unlicensed. Metal twisted, bumpers crushed.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Hendrix Street in Brooklyn at 1:32 a.m. Both drivers suffered neck injuries described as whiplash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles sustained damage to their right front bumpers. The report does not attribute any fault or contributing factors to the injured passenger.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Brooklyn Intersection▸A 22-year-old man was severely injured after a sedan traveling west struck him at a Brooklyn intersection. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when the vehicle impacted his entire body, leaving him semiconscious with internal injuries.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 22-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection around 11:25 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk, and the vehicle impacted him at the center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body and was semiconscious with internal complaints. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver but notes the pedestrian's crossing without a signal. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of impact. No other vehicle occupants or driver details were provided. The collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicle movements through intersections where pedestrian crossing signals are absent or ignored.
SUV Slams Sedan on Flatlands Avenue▸SUV hit sedan head-on in Brooklyn. Sedan driver took the blow—face cut, neck snapped. Both cars wrecked up front. No pedestrians. No cyclists. Just steel and injury.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided on Flatlands Avenue near Van Siclen Avenue in Brooklyn at 5:35 AM. The SUV’s left front bumper struck the sedan’s center front end. The sedan’s 39-year-old male driver suffered facial injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both vehicles with heavy front-end damage.
NYCHA Worker Hits Three Cars in Brooklyn▸A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, then hit an empty vehicle. Police arrested her nearby. No life-threatening injuries. Charges include reckless endangerment and assault.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee, Tanisha Simpson, was arrested after a multi-car crash in Brooklyn. According to police, Simpson "swiped an oncoming car" near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard, then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before being arrested by city sheriffs. No one was seriously injured, though the pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights risks from hit-and-run crashes and the need for stronger enforcement around dangerous driving.
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NYCHA Worker Hits Three Cars in Brooklyn,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
Two Sedans Collide on Liberty Ave Brooklyn▸Two sedans collided on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn late at night. Both drivers disregarded traffic controls. A 44-year-old female driver suffered an upper arm injury. Impact occurred at the left rear quarter panel and front center of the vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:56 on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans, one traveling east and the other south, collided with impact on the left rear quarter panel of the eastbound vehicle and the center front end of the southbound vehicle. Both drivers disregarded traffic controls, a key contributing factor cited in the report. The female driver of the eastbound sedan, aged 44, was injured with an upper arm contusion and bruising. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The male driver of the southbound sedan was licensed and operating legally, but also disregarded traffic controls. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision highlights driver errors related to ignoring traffic signals or signs, leading to serious injury.
Cyclist Suffers Full-Body Injuries in Brooklyn Crash▸A 62-year-old male bicyclist sustained whiplash and injuries to his entire body in a collision on Pennsylvania Avenue. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. Police report lists unspecified contributing factors but no clear driver errors.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:42 AM. The cyclist was traveling north, going straight ahead, when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of his bike. The bicyclist suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, and remained conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for the bicyclist, and no explicit driver errors or violations are noted. The crash involved a single bike and an unspecified vehicle, with no details on the other vehicle's movement or damage. The lack of identified driver errors or victim contributing factors leaves the cause unclear but confirms serious injury to the vulnerable road user.
SUV Slams Stopped Sedan on Pennsylvania Ave▸SUV hit a stopped sedan’s right side in Brooklyn. Sedan driver, 62, suffered a head injury and shock. Police cite lost consciousness as a factor. Both drivers licensed. Impact was sudden, violent.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV traveling north on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn struck the right side doors of a stopped BMW sedan, also heading north. The sedan’s 62-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was in shock. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV’s front bumper hit the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The collision left the sedan driver injured. The police report highlights 'Lost Consciousness' as a factor, but the crash resulted from the SUV striking a stopped vehicle.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian at Hegeman and Pennsylvania▸A sedan struck a 34-year-old man crossing Hegeman Avenue. The impact broke his hip and leg. He lay incoherent, hurt, in the street. The crash left the car’s front end smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Hegeman Avenue at Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 34-year-old male pedestrian. The man was crossing against the signal at the intersection. The sedan hit him with its left front bumper, damaging the car’s center front end. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was incoherent at the scene, complaining of pain and nausea. The police report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors are cited in the data.
Two Sedans Crash on Chestnut Street, Child Hurt▸Two sedans collided on Chestnut Street at Ridgewood Avenue. A seven-year-old girl in the back seat suffered facial injuries and shock. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed as causes.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed at 12:41 a.m. on Chestnut Street near Ridgewood Avenue in Brooklyn. One sedan was going east, the other turned right northbound. The eastbound car struck the left side doors of the turning sedan. Police listed failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. A seven-year-old girl riding in the middle rear seat of the northbound sedan was injured, suffering facial wounds and minor bleeding. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and experienced shock. Driver errors—failure to yield and unsafe speed—directly led to the crash and the child’s injuries.
Distracted SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 27-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making a right turn. The driver’s inattention and disregard for traffic control caused knee and lower leg injuries. The pedestrian suffered contusions but remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fountain Avenue near Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:25 p.m. A 27-year-old male pedestrian was crossing at an intersection with the signal when a Station Wagon/SUV making a right turn struck him on the right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The report identifies the primary contributing factor as driver inattention and distraction, along with traffic control disregarded by the driver. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing factor. The collision highlights a failure by the driver to yield and maintain attention at a controlled intersection, resulting in serious harm to a vulnerable road user.
Sedan and Van Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Sedan and van crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. Sedan driver hurt with back pain and whiplash. Police blame passing too closely. Both vehicles moved south. One driver left injured.
According to the police report, a sedan and a van collided at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling southbound and going straight. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and stayed conscious. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' as the cause for both drivers, showing clear driver error in keeping safe distance. The van had no damage and one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report notes the sedan driver was not using safety equipment, but only after citing driver error.
Sedan Strikes Bus Side in Brooklyn Collision▸A sedan collided with the left side of a bus on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited the driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause, highlighting dangerous passing behavior.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. A 37-year-old male sedan driver was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. The sedan struck the left side doors of a southbound Ford bus, which sustained no damage. The report identifies the contributing factor as "Passing Too Closely" repeated twice, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance while passing. The sedan driver was conscious and not ejected, but suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The bus driver and vehicle were not reported injured or damaged. This collision underscores the dangers posed by improper passing maneuvers on city streets.
SUV Strikes and Kills Woman on Pennsylvania Ave▸A Toyota SUV hit a 58-year-old woman in the road near 570 Pennsylvania Ave. Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street. The SUV rolled on, untouched. Brooklyn pavement bore the weight of her last breath.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV traveling north near 570 Pennsylvania Ave in Brooklyn struck a 58-year-old woman who was in the roadway. The report states, 'Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street.' The pedestrian suffered fatal head and crush injuries. The SUV sustained no damage and continued on. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway' at the time of the crash. The focus remains on the lethal impact of the SUV and the systemic danger faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling straight west on Georgia Ave. The 23-year-old male cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end were damaged.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:08 AM on Georgia Ave near New Lots Ave. The sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight westbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the bicyclist but does not specify any driver errors explicitly. The collision’s circumstances suggest failure to yield by the turning sedan, a common cause in left-turn crashes involving cyclists. The bicyclist was not reported to have contributed to the crash by any listed factor.
A distracted driver slammed into a sedan’s rear on Pennsylvania Avenue. The 23-year-old rear driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite inattention as the cause. A parked Jeep was also struck.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Pennsylvania Avenue collided in a rear-end crash at 5:10 AM. The 23-year-old driver of the rear sedan suffered neck injuries, described as whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, showing the rear driver failed to pay attention. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead when the impact occurred. The crash also damaged a parked 2018 Jeep SUV on its left rear quarter panel. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Int 1138-2024Nurse co-sponsors bill to ban parking near crosswalks, boosting street safety.▸Council bill bars cars from blocking crosswalks. No standing or parking within 20 feet. City must install daylighting barriers at 1,000 intersections yearly. Streets clear. Sightlines open. Danger cut.
Int 1138-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced December 5, 2024. The bill states: “prohibiting standing or parking a vehicle within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection.” Council Member Erik D. Bottcher leads, joined by Public Advocate Jumaane Williams and over two dozen co-sponsors. The law orders the Department of Transportation to install daylighting barriers at a minimum of 1,000 intersections each year, up from 100. The city must also run outreach and education. The bill aims to keep crosswalks clear, improve visibility, and protect people on foot and bike. No more hiding behind parked cars. The committee laid the bill over on April 21, 2025.
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File Int 1138-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-12-05
Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Bus on Ashford St▸A sedan making a U-turn struck the left rear bumper of a bus stopped in traffic on Ashford Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. The crash exposed risks from improper vehicle maneuvers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:59 AM on Ashford Street in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling north was making a U-turn when it collided with the left rear bumper of a bus that was stopped in traffic, also traveling north. The point of impact was the sedan's center back end and the bus's left rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old male, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. He was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists the sedan driver's pre-crash action as 'Making U Turn,' indicating a driver error contributing to the collision. No contributing factors were specified for the bus driver. This crash highlights dangers posed by improper turning maneuvers in traffic and the vulnerability of vehicle occupants during rear-end impacts.
2Sedans Clash at Atlantic and Hendrix in Brooklyn▸Two sedans smashed at a Brooklyn corner. Both drivers hurt, necks whipped by the force. Police cite failure to yield and unsafe speed. One driver unlicensed. Metal twisted, bumpers crushed.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Hendrix Street in Brooklyn at 1:32 a.m. Both drivers suffered neck injuries described as whiplash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles sustained damage to their right front bumpers. The report does not attribute any fault or contributing factors to the injured passenger.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Brooklyn Intersection▸A 22-year-old man was severely injured after a sedan traveling west struck him at a Brooklyn intersection. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when the vehicle impacted his entire body, leaving him semiconscious with internal injuries.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 22-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection around 11:25 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk, and the vehicle impacted him at the center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body and was semiconscious with internal complaints. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver but notes the pedestrian's crossing without a signal. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of impact. No other vehicle occupants or driver details were provided. The collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicle movements through intersections where pedestrian crossing signals are absent or ignored.
SUV Slams Sedan on Flatlands Avenue▸SUV hit sedan head-on in Brooklyn. Sedan driver took the blow—face cut, neck snapped. Both cars wrecked up front. No pedestrians. No cyclists. Just steel and injury.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided on Flatlands Avenue near Van Siclen Avenue in Brooklyn at 5:35 AM. The SUV’s left front bumper struck the sedan’s center front end. The sedan’s 39-year-old male driver suffered facial injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both vehicles with heavy front-end damage.
NYCHA Worker Hits Three Cars in Brooklyn▸A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, then hit an empty vehicle. Police arrested her nearby. No life-threatening injuries. Charges include reckless endangerment and assault.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee, Tanisha Simpson, was arrested after a multi-car crash in Brooklyn. According to police, Simpson "swiped an oncoming car" near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard, then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before being arrested by city sheriffs. No one was seriously injured, though the pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights risks from hit-and-run crashes and the need for stronger enforcement around dangerous driving.
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NYCHA Worker Hits Three Cars in Brooklyn,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
Two Sedans Collide on Liberty Ave Brooklyn▸Two sedans collided on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn late at night. Both drivers disregarded traffic controls. A 44-year-old female driver suffered an upper arm injury. Impact occurred at the left rear quarter panel and front center of the vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:56 on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans, one traveling east and the other south, collided with impact on the left rear quarter panel of the eastbound vehicle and the center front end of the southbound vehicle. Both drivers disregarded traffic controls, a key contributing factor cited in the report. The female driver of the eastbound sedan, aged 44, was injured with an upper arm contusion and bruising. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The male driver of the southbound sedan was licensed and operating legally, but also disregarded traffic controls. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision highlights driver errors related to ignoring traffic signals or signs, leading to serious injury.
Cyclist Suffers Full-Body Injuries in Brooklyn Crash▸A 62-year-old male bicyclist sustained whiplash and injuries to his entire body in a collision on Pennsylvania Avenue. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. Police report lists unspecified contributing factors but no clear driver errors.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:42 AM. The cyclist was traveling north, going straight ahead, when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of his bike. The bicyclist suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, and remained conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for the bicyclist, and no explicit driver errors or violations are noted. The crash involved a single bike and an unspecified vehicle, with no details on the other vehicle's movement or damage. The lack of identified driver errors or victim contributing factors leaves the cause unclear but confirms serious injury to the vulnerable road user.
SUV Slams Stopped Sedan on Pennsylvania Ave▸SUV hit a stopped sedan’s right side in Brooklyn. Sedan driver, 62, suffered a head injury and shock. Police cite lost consciousness as a factor. Both drivers licensed. Impact was sudden, violent.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV traveling north on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn struck the right side doors of a stopped BMW sedan, also heading north. The sedan’s 62-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was in shock. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV’s front bumper hit the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The collision left the sedan driver injured. The police report highlights 'Lost Consciousness' as a factor, but the crash resulted from the SUV striking a stopped vehicle.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian at Hegeman and Pennsylvania▸A sedan struck a 34-year-old man crossing Hegeman Avenue. The impact broke his hip and leg. He lay incoherent, hurt, in the street. The crash left the car’s front end smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Hegeman Avenue at Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 34-year-old male pedestrian. The man was crossing against the signal at the intersection. The sedan hit him with its left front bumper, damaging the car’s center front end. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was incoherent at the scene, complaining of pain and nausea. The police report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors are cited in the data.
Two Sedans Crash on Chestnut Street, Child Hurt▸Two sedans collided on Chestnut Street at Ridgewood Avenue. A seven-year-old girl in the back seat suffered facial injuries and shock. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed as causes.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed at 12:41 a.m. on Chestnut Street near Ridgewood Avenue in Brooklyn. One sedan was going east, the other turned right northbound. The eastbound car struck the left side doors of the turning sedan. Police listed failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. A seven-year-old girl riding in the middle rear seat of the northbound sedan was injured, suffering facial wounds and minor bleeding. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and experienced shock. Driver errors—failure to yield and unsafe speed—directly led to the crash and the child’s injuries.
Distracted SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 27-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making a right turn. The driver’s inattention and disregard for traffic control caused knee and lower leg injuries. The pedestrian suffered contusions but remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fountain Avenue near Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:25 p.m. A 27-year-old male pedestrian was crossing at an intersection with the signal when a Station Wagon/SUV making a right turn struck him on the right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The report identifies the primary contributing factor as driver inattention and distraction, along with traffic control disregarded by the driver. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing factor. The collision highlights a failure by the driver to yield and maintain attention at a controlled intersection, resulting in serious harm to a vulnerable road user.
Sedan and Van Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Sedan and van crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. Sedan driver hurt with back pain and whiplash. Police blame passing too closely. Both vehicles moved south. One driver left injured.
According to the police report, a sedan and a van collided at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling southbound and going straight. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and stayed conscious. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' as the cause for both drivers, showing clear driver error in keeping safe distance. The van had no damage and one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report notes the sedan driver was not using safety equipment, but only after citing driver error.
Sedan Strikes Bus Side in Brooklyn Collision▸A sedan collided with the left side of a bus on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited the driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause, highlighting dangerous passing behavior.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. A 37-year-old male sedan driver was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. The sedan struck the left side doors of a southbound Ford bus, which sustained no damage. The report identifies the contributing factor as "Passing Too Closely" repeated twice, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance while passing. The sedan driver was conscious and not ejected, but suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The bus driver and vehicle were not reported injured or damaged. This collision underscores the dangers posed by improper passing maneuvers on city streets.
SUV Strikes and Kills Woman on Pennsylvania Ave▸A Toyota SUV hit a 58-year-old woman in the road near 570 Pennsylvania Ave. Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street. The SUV rolled on, untouched. Brooklyn pavement bore the weight of her last breath.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV traveling north near 570 Pennsylvania Ave in Brooklyn struck a 58-year-old woman who was in the roadway. The report states, 'Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street.' The pedestrian suffered fatal head and crush injuries. The SUV sustained no damage and continued on. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway' at the time of the crash. The focus remains on the lethal impact of the SUV and the systemic danger faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling straight west on Georgia Ave. The 23-year-old male cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end were damaged.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:08 AM on Georgia Ave near New Lots Ave. The sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight westbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the bicyclist but does not specify any driver errors explicitly. The collision’s circumstances suggest failure to yield by the turning sedan, a common cause in left-turn crashes involving cyclists. The bicyclist was not reported to have contributed to the crash by any listed factor.
Council bill bars cars from blocking crosswalks. No standing or parking within 20 feet. City must install daylighting barriers at 1,000 intersections yearly. Streets clear. Sightlines open. Danger cut.
Int 1138-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced December 5, 2024. The bill states: “prohibiting standing or parking a vehicle within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection.” Council Member Erik D. Bottcher leads, joined by Public Advocate Jumaane Williams and over two dozen co-sponsors. The law orders the Department of Transportation to install daylighting barriers at a minimum of 1,000 intersections each year, up from 100. The city must also run outreach and education. The bill aims to keep crosswalks clear, improve visibility, and protect people on foot and bike. No more hiding behind parked cars. The committee laid the bill over on April 21, 2025.
- File Int 1138-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-12-05
Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Bus on Ashford St▸A sedan making a U-turn struck the left rear bumper of a bus stopped in traffic on Ashford Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. The crash exposed risks from improper vehicle maneuvers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:59 AM on Ashford Street in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling north was making a U-turn when it collided with the left rear bumper of a bus that was stopped in traffic, also traveling north. The point of impact was the sedan's center back end and the bus's left rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old male, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. He was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists the sedan driver's pre-crash action as 'Making U Turn,' indicating a driver error contributing to the collision. No contributing factors were specified for the bus driver. This crash highlights dangers posed by improper turning maneuvers in traffic and the vulnerability of vehicle occupants during rear-end impacts.
2Sedans Clash at Atlantic and Hendrix in Brooklyn▸Two sedans smashed at a Brooklyn corner. Both drivers hurt, necks whipped by the force. Police cite failure to yield and unsafe speed. One driver unlicensed. Metal twisted, bumpers crushed.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Hendrix Street in Brooklyn at 1:32 a.m. Both drivers suffered neck injuries described as whiplash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles sustained damage to their right front bumpers. The report does not attribute any fault or contributing factors to the injured passenger.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Brooklyn Intersection▸A 22-year-old man was severely injured after a sedan traveling west struck him at a Brooklyn intersection. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when the vehicle impacted his entire body, leaving him semiconscious with internal injuries.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 22-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection around 11:25 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk, and the vehicle impacted him at the center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body and was semiconscious with internal complaints. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver but notes the pedestrian's crossing without a signal. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of impact. No other vehicle occupants or driver details were provided. The collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicle movements through intersections where pedestrian crossing signals are absent or ignored.
SUV Slams Sedan on Flatlands Avenue▸SUV hit sedan head-on in Brooklyn. Sedan driver took the blow—face cut, neck snapped. Both cars wrecked up front. No pedestrians. No cyclists. Just steel and injury.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided on Flatlands Avenue near Van Siclen Avenue in Brooklyn at 5:35 AM. The SUV’s left front bumper struck the sedan’s center front end. The sedan’s 39-year-old male driver suffered facial injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both vehicles with heavy front-end damage.
NYCHA Worker Hits Three Cars in Brooklyn▸A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, then hit an empty vehicle. Police arrested her nearby. No life-threatening injuries. Charges include reckless endangerment and assault.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee, Tanisha Simpson, was arrested after a multi-car crash in Brooklyn. According to police, Simpson "swiped an oncoming car" near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard, then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before being arrested by city sheriffs. No one was seriously injured, though the pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights risks from hit-and-run crashes and the need for stronger enforcement around dangerous driving.
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NYCHA Worker Hits Three Cars in Brooklyn,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
Two Sedans Collide on Liberty Ave Brooklyn▸Two sedans collided on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn late at night. Both drivers disregarded traffic controls. A 44-year-old female driver suffered an upper arm injury. Impact occurred at the left rear quarter panel and front center of the vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:56 on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans, one traveling east and the other south, collided with impact on the left rear quarter panel of the eastbound vehicle and the center front end of the southbound vehicle. Both drivers disregarded traffic controls, a key contributing factor cited in the report. The female driver of the eastbound sedan, aged 44, was injured with an upper arm contusion and bruising. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The male driver of the southbound sedan was licensed and operating legally, but also disregarded traffic controls. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision highlights driver errors related to ignoring traffic signals or signs, leading to serious injury.
Cyclist Suffers Full-Body Injuries in Brooklyn Crash▸A 62-year-old male bicyclist sustained whiplash and injuries to his entire body in a collision on Pennsylvania Avenue. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. Police report lists unspecified contributing factors but no clear driver errors.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:42 AM. The cyclist was traveling north, going straight ahead, when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of his bike. The bicyclist suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, and remained conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for the bicyclist, and no explicit driver errors or violations are noted. The crash involved a single bike and an unspecified vehicle, with no details on the other vehicle's movement or damage. The lack of identified driver errors or victim contributing factors leaves the cause unclear but confirms serious injury to the vulnerable road user.
SUV Slams Stopped Sedan on Pennsylvania Ave▸SUV hit a stopped sedan’s right side in Brooklyn. Sedan driver, 62, suffered a head injury and shock. Police cite lost consciousness as a factor. Both drivers licensed. Impact was sudden, violent.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV traveling north on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn struck the right side doors of a stopped BMW sedan, also heading north. The sedan’s 62-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was in shock. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV’s front bumper hit the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The collision left the sedan driver injured. The police report highlights 'Lost Consciousness' as a factor, but the crash resulted from the SUV striking a stopped vehicle.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian at Hegeman and Pennsylvania▸A sedan struck a 34-year-old man crossing Hegeman Avenue. The impact broke his hip and leg. He lay incoherent, hurt, in the street. The crash left the car’s front end smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Hegeman Avenue at Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 34-year-old male pedestrian. The man was crossing against the signal at the intersection. The sedan hit him with its left front bumper, damaging the car’s center front end. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was incoherent at the scene, complaining of pain and nausea. The police report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors are cited in the data.
Two Sedans Crash on Chestnut Street, Child Hurt▸Two sedans collided on Chestnut Street at Ridgewood Avenue. A seven-year-old girl in the back seat suffered facial injuries and shock. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed as causes.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed at 12:41 a.m. on Chestnut Street near Ridgewood Avenue in Brooklyn. One sedan was going east, the other turned right northbound. The eastbound car struck the left side doors of the turning sedan. Police listed failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. A seven-year-old girl riding in the middle rear seat of the northbound sedan was injured, suffering facial wounds and minor bleeding. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and experienced shock. Driver errors—failure to yield and unsafe speed—directly led to the crash and the child’s injuries.
Distracted SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 27-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making a right turn. The driver’s inattention and disregard for traffic control caused knee and lower leg injuries. The pedestrian suffered contusions but remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fountain Avenue near Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:25 p.m. A 27-year-old male pedestrian was crossing at an intersection with the signal when a Station Wagon/SUV making a right turn struck him on the right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The report identifies the primary contributing factor as driver inattention and distraction, along with traffic control disregarded by the driver. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing factor. The collision highlights a failure by the driver to yield and maintain attention at a controlled intersection, resulting in serious harm to a vulnerable road user.
Sedan and Van Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Sedan and van crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. Sedan driver hurt with back pain and whiplash. Police blame passing too closely. Both vehicles moved south. One driver left injured.
According to the police report, a sedan and a van collided at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling southbound and going straight. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and stayed conscious. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' as the cause for both drivers, showing clear driver error in keeping safe distance. The van had no damage and one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report notes the sedan driver was not using safety equipment, but only after citing driver error.
Sedan Strikes Bus Side in Brooklyn Collision▸A sedan collided with the left side of a bus on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited the driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause, highlighting dangerous passing behavior.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. A 37-year-old male sedan driver was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. The sedan struck the left side doors of a southbound Ford bus, which sustained no damage. The report identifies the contributing factor as "Passing Too Closely" repeated twice, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance while passing. The sedan driver was conscious and not ejected, but suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The bus driver and vehicle were not reported injured or damaged. This collision underscores the dangers posed by improper passing maneuvers on city streets.
SUV Strikes and Kills Woman on Pennsylvania Ave▸A Toyota SUV hit a 58-year-old woman in the road near 570 Pennsylvania Ave. Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street. The SUV rolled on, untouched. Brooklyn pavement bore the weight of her last breath.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV traveling north near 570 Pennsylvania Ave in Brooklyn struck a 58-year-old woman who was in the roadway. The report states, 'Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street.' The pedestrian suffered fatal head and crush injuries. The SUV sustained no damage and continued on. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway' at the time of the crash. The focus remains on the lethal impact of the SUV and the systemic danger faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling straight west on Georgia Ave. The 23-year-old male cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end were damaged.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:08 AM on Georgia Ave near New Lots Ave. The sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight westbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the bicyclist but does not specify any driver errors explicitly. The collision’s circumstances suggest failure to yield by the turning sedan, a common cause in left-turn crashes involving cyclists. The bicyclist was not reported to have contributed to the crash by any listed factor.
A sedan making a U-turn struck the left rear bumper of a bus stopped in traffic on Ashford Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. The crash exposed risks from improper vehicle maneuvers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:59 AM on Ashford Street in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling north was making a U-turn when it collided with the left rear bumper of a bus that was stopped in traffic, also traveling north. The point of impact was the sedan's center back end and the bus's left rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old male, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. He was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists the sedan driver's pre-crash action as 'Making U Turn,' indicating a driver error contributing to the collision. No contributing factors were specified for the bus driver. This crash highlights dangers posed by improper turning maneuvers in traffic and the vulnerability of vehicle occupants during rear-end impacts.
2Sedans Clash at Atlantic and Hendrix in Brooklyn▸Two sedans smashed at a Brooklyn corner. Both drivers hurt, necks whipped by the force. Police cite failure to yield and unsafe speed. One driver unlicensed. Metal twisted, bumpers crushed.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Hendrix Street in Brooklyn at 1:32 a.m. Both drivers suffered neck injuries described as whiplash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles sustained damage to their right front bumpers. The report does not attribute any fault or contributing factors to the injured passenger.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Brooklyn Intersection▸A 22-year-old man was severely injured after a sedan traveling west struck him at a Brooklyn intersection. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when the vehicle impacted his entire body, leaving him semiconscious with internal injuries.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 22-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection around 11:25 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk, and the vehicle impacted him at the center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body and was semiconscious with internal complaints. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver but notes the pedestrian's crossing without a signal. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of impact. No other vehicle occupants or driver details were provided. The collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicle movements through intersections where pedestrian crossing signals are absent or ignored.
SUV Slams Sedan on Flatlands Avenue▸SUV hit sedan head-on in Brooklyn. Sedan driver took the blow—face cut, neck snapped. Both cars wrecked up front. No pedestrians. No cyclists. Just steel and injury.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided on Flatlands Avenue near Van Siclen Avenue in Brooklyn at 5:35 AM. The SUV’s left front bumper struck the sedan’s center front end. The sedan’s 39-year-old male driver suffered facial injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both vehicles with heavy front-end damage.
NYCHA Worker Hits Three Cars in Brooklyn▸A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, then hit an empty vehicle. Police arrested her nearby. No life-threatening injuries. Charges include reckless endangerment and assault.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee, Tanisha Simpson, was arrested after a multi-car crash in Brooklyn. According to police, Simpson "swiped an oncoming car" near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard, then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before being arrested by city sheriffs. No one was seriously injured, though the pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights risks from hit-and-run crashes and the need for stronger enforcement around dangerous driving.
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NYCHA Worker Hits Three Cars in Brooklyn,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
Two Sedans Collide on Liberty Ave Brooklyn▸Two sedans collided on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn late at night. Both drivers disregarded traffic controls. A 44-year-old female driver suffered an upper arm injury. Impact occurred at the left rear quarter panel and front center of the vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:56 on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans, one traveling east and the other south, collided with impact on the left rear quarter panel of the eastbound vehicle and the center front end of the southbound vehicle. Both drivers disregarded traffic controls, a key contributing factor cited in the report. The female driver of the eastbound sedan, aged 44, was injured with an upper arm contusion and bruising. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The male driver of the southbound sedan was licensed and operating legally, but also disregarded traffic controls. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision highlights driver errors related to ignoring traffic signals or signs, leading to serious injury.
Cyclist Suffers Full-Body Injuries in Brooklyn Crash▸A 62-year-old male bicyclist sustained whiplash and injuries to his entire body in a collision on Pennsylvania Avenue. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. Police report lists unspecified contributing factors but no clear driver errors.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:42 AM. The cyclist was traveling north, going straight ahead, when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of his bike. The bicyclist suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, and remained conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for the bicyclist, and no explicit driver errors or violations are noted. The crash involved a single bike and an unspecified vehicle, with no details on the other vehicle's movement or damage. The lack of identified driver errors or victim contributing factors leaves the cause unclear but confirms serious injury to the vulnerable road user.
SUV Slams Stopped Sedan on Pennsylvania Ave▸SUV hit a stopped sedan’s right side in Brooklyn. Sedan driver, 62, suffered a head injury and shock. Police cite lost consciousness as a factor. Both drivers licensed. Impact was sudden, violent.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV traveling north on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn struck the right side doors of a stopped BMW sedan, also heading north. The sedan’s 62-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was in shock. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV’s front bumper hit the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The collision left the sedan driver injured. The police report highlights 'Lost Consciousness' as a factor, but the crash resulted from the SUV striking a stopped vehicle.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian at Hegeman and Pennsylvania▸A sedan struck a 34-year-old man crossing Hegeman Avenue. The impact broke his hip and leg. He lay incoherent, hurt, in the street. The crash left the car’s front end smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Hegeman Avenue at Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 34-year-old male pedestrian. The man was crossing against the signal at the intersection. The sedan hit him with its left front bumper, damaging the car’s center front end. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was incoherent at the scene, complaining of pain and nausea. The police report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors are cited in the data.
Two Sedans Crash on Chestnut Street, Child Hurt▸Two sedans collided on Chestnut Street at Ridgewood Avenue. A seven-year-old girl in the back seat suffered facial injuries and shock. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed as causes.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed at 12:41 a.m. on Chestnut Street near Ridgewood Avenue in Brooklyn. One sedan was going east, the other turned right northbound. The eastbound car struck the left side doors of the turning sedan. Police listed failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. A seven-year-old girl riding in the middle rear seat of the northbound sedan was injured, suffering facial wounds and minor bleeding. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and experienced shock. Driver errors—failure to yield and unsafe speed—directly led to the crash and the child’s injuries.
Distracted SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 27-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making a right turn. The driver’s inattention and disregard for traffic control caused knee and lower leg injuries. The pedestrian suffered contusions but remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fountain Avenue near Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:25 p.m. A 27-year-old male pedestrian was crossing at an intersection with the signal when a Station Wagon/SUV making a right turn struck him on the right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The report identifies the primary contributing factor as driver inattention and distraction, along with traffic control disregarded by the driver. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing factor. The collision highlights a failure by the driver to yield and maintain attention at a controlled intersection, resulting in serious harm to a vulnerable road user.
Sedan and Van Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Sedan and van crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. Sedan driver hurt with back pain and whiplash. Police blame passing too closely. Both vehicles moved south. One driver left injured.
According to the police report, a sedan and a van collided at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling southbound and going straight. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and stayed conscious. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' as the cause for both drivers, showing clear driver error in keeping safe distance. The van had no damage and one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report notes the sedan driver was not using safety equipment, but only after citing driver error.
Sedan Strikes Bus Side in Brooklyn Collision▸A sedan collided with the left side of a bus on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited the driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause, highlighting dangerous passing behavior.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. A 37-year-old male sedan driver was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. The sedan struck the left side doors of a southbound Ford bus, which sustained no damage. The report identifies the contributing factor as "Passing Too Closely" repeated twice, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance while passing. The sedan driver was conscious and not ejected, but suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The bus driver and vehicle were not reported injured or damaged. This collision underscores the dangers posed by improper passing maneuvers on city streets.
SUV Strikes and Kills Woman on Pennsylvania Ave▸A Toyota SUV hit a 58-year-old woman in the road near 570 Pennsylvania Ave. Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street. The SUV rolled on, untouched. Brooklyn pavement bore the weight of her last breath.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV traveling north near 570 Pennsylvania Ave in Brooklyn struck a 58-year-old woman who was in the roadway. The report states, 'Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street.' The pedestrian suffered fatal head and crush injuries. The SUV sustained no damage and continued on. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway' at the time of the crash. The focus remains on the lethal impact of the SUV and the systemic danger faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling straight west on Georgia Ave. The 23-year-old male cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end were damaged.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:08 AM on Georgia Ave near New Lots Ave. The sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight westbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the bicyclist but does not specify any driver errors explicitly. The collision’s circumstances suggest failure to yield by the turning sedan, a common cause in left-turn crashes involving cyclists. The bicyclist was not reported to have contributed to the crash by any listed factor.
Two sedans smashed at a Brooklyn corner. Both drivers hurt, necks whipped by the force. Police cite failure to yield and unsafe speed. One driver unlicensed. Metal twisted, bumpers crushed.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Hendrix Street in Brooklyn at 1:32 a.m. Both drivers suffered neck injuries described as whiplash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles sustained damage to their right front bumpers. The report does not attribute any fault or contributing factors to the injured passenger.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Brooklyn Intersection▸A 22-year-old man was severely injured after a sedan traveling west struck him at a Brooklyn intersection. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when the vehicle impacted his entire body, leaving him semiconscious with internal injuries.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 22-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection around 11:25 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk, and the vehicle impacted him at the center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body and was semiconscious with internal complaints. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver but notes the pedestrian's crossing without a signal. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of impact. No other vehicle occupants or driver details were provided. The collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicle movements through intersections where pedestrian crossing signals are absent or ignored.
SUV Slams Sedan on Flatlands Avenue▸SUV hit sedan head-on in Brooklyn. Sedan driver took the blow—face cut, neck snapped. Both cars wrecked up front. No pedestrians. No cyclists. Just steel and injury.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided on Flatlands Avenue near Van Siclen Avenue in Brooklyn at 5:35 AM. The SUV’s left front bumper struck the sedan’s center front end. The sedan’s 39-year-old male driver suffered facial injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both vehicles with heavy front-end damage.
NYCHA Worker Hits Three Cars in Brooklyn▸A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, then hit an empty vehicle. Police arrested her nearby. No life-threatening injuries. Charges include reckless endangerment and assault.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee, Tanisha Simpson, was arrested after a multi-car crash in Brooklyn. According to police, Simpson "swiped an oncoming car" near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard, then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before being arrested by city sheriffs. No one was seriously injured, though the pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights risks from hit-and-run crashes and the need for stronger enforcement around dangerous driving.
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NYCHA Worker Hits Three Cars in Brooklyn,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
Two Sedans Collide on Liberty Ave Brooklyn▸Two sedans collided on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn late at night. Both drivers disregarded traffic controls. A 44-year-old female driver suffered an upper arm injury. Impact occurred at the left rear quarter panel and front center of the vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:56 on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans, one traveling east and the other south, collided with impact on the left rear quarter panel of the eastbound vehicle and the center front end of the southbound vehicle. Both drivers disregarded traffic controls, a key contributing factor cited in the report. The female driver of the eastbound sedan, aged 44, was injured with an upper arm contusion and bruising. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The male driver of the southbound sedan was licensed and operating legally, but also disregarded traffic controls. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision highlights driver errors related to ignoring traffic signals or signs, leading to serious injury.
Cyclist Suffers Full-Body Injuries in Brooklyn Crash▸A 62-year-old male bicyclist sustained whiplash and injuries to his entire body in a collision on Pennsylvania Avenue. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. Police report lists unspecified contributing factors but no clear driver errors.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:42 AM. The cyclist was traveling north, going straight ahead, when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of his bike. The bicyclist suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, and remained conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for the bicyclist, and no explicit driver errors or violations are noted. The crash involved a single bike and an unspecified vehicle, with no details on the other vehicle's movement or damage. The lack of identified driver errors or victim contributing factors leaves the cause unclear but confirms serious injury to the vulnerable road user.
SUV Slams Stopped Sedan on Pennsylvania Ave▸SUV hit a stopped sedan’s right side in Brooklyn. Sedan driver, 62, suffered a head injury and shock. Police cite lost consciousness as a factor. Both drivers licensed. Impact was sudden, violent.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV traveling north on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn struck the right side doors of a stopped BMW sedan, also heading north. The sedan’s 62-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was in shock. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV’s front bumper hit the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The collision left the sedan driver injured. The police report highlights 'Lost Consciousness' as a factor, but the crash resulted from the SUV striking a stopped vehicle.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian at Hegeman and Pennsylvania▸A sedan struck a 34-year-old man crossing Hegeman Avenue. The impact broke his hip and leg. He lay incoherent, hurt, in the street. The crash left the car’s front end smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Hegeman Avenue at Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 34-year-old male pedestrian. The man was crossing against the signal at the intersection. The sedan hit him with its left front bumper, damaging the car’s center front end. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was incoherent at the scene, complaining of pain and nausea. The police report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors are cited in the data.
Two Sedans Crash on Chestnut Street, Child Hurt▸Two sedans collided on Chestnut Street at Ridgewood Avenue. A seven-year-old girl in the back seat suffered facial injuries and shock. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed as causes.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed at 12:41 a.m. on Chestnut Street near Ridgewood Avenue in Brooklyn. One sedan was going east, the other turned right northbound. The eastbound car struck the left side doors of the turning sedan. Police listed failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. A seven-year-old girl riding in the middle rear seat of the northbound sedan was injured, suffering facial wounds and minor bleeding. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and experienced shock. Driver errors—failure to yield and unsafe speed—directly led to the crash and the child’s injuries.
Distracted SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 27-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making a right turn. The driver’s inattention and disregard for traffic control caused knee and lower leg injuries. The pedestrian suffered contusions but remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fountain Avenue near Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:25 p.m. A 27-year-old male pedestrian was crossing at an intersection with the signal when a Station Wagon/SUV making a right turn struck him on the right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The report identifies the primary contributing factor as driver inattention and distraction, along with traffic control disregarded by the driver. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing factor. The collision highlights a failure by the driver to yield and maintain attention at a controlled intersection, resulting in serious harm to a vulnerable road user.
Sedan and Van Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Sedan and van crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. Sedan driver hurt with back pain and whiplash. Police blame passing too closely. Both vehicles moved south. One driver left injured.
According to the police report, a sedan and a van collided at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling southbound and going straight. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and stayed conscious. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' as the cause for both drivers, showing clear driver error in keeping safe distance. The van had no damage and one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report notes the sedan driver was not using safety equipment, but only after citing driver error.
Sedan Strikes Bus Side in Brooklyn Collision▸A sedan collided with the left side of a bus on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited the driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause, highlighting dangerous passing behavior.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. A 37-year-old male sedan driver was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. The sedan struck the left side doors of a southbound Ford bus, which sustained no damage. The report identifies the contributing factor as "Passing Too Closely" repeated twice, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance while passing. The sedan driver was conscious and not ejected, but suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The bus driver and vehicle were not reported injured or damaged. This collision underscores the dangers posed by improper passing maneuvers on city streets.
SUV Strikes and Kills Woman on Pennsylvania Ave▸A Toyota SUV hit a 58-year-old woman in the road near 570 Pennsylvania Ave. Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street. The SUV rolled on, untouched. Brooklyn pavement bore the weight of her last breath.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV traveling north near 570 Pennsylvania Ave in Brooklyn struck a 58-year-old woman who was in the roadway. The report states, 'Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street.' The pedestrian suffered fatal head and crush injuries. The SUV sustained no damage and continued on. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway' at the time of the crash. The focus remains on the lethal impact of the SUV and the systemic danger faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling straight west on Georgia Ave. The 23-year-old male cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end were damaged.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:08 AM on Georgia Ave near New Lots Ave. The sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight westbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the bicyclist but does not specify any driver errors explicitly. The collision’s circumstances suggest failure to yield by the turning sedan, a common cause in left-turn crashes involving cyclists. The bicyclist was not reported to have contributed to the crash by any listed factor.
A 22-year-old man was severely injured after a sedan traveling west struck him at a Brooklyn intersection. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when the vehicle impacted his entire body, leaving him semiconscious with internal injuries.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Glenmore Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 22-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection around 11:25 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk, and the vehicle impacted him at the center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body and was semiconscious with internal complaints. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver but notes the pedestrian's crossing without a signal. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of impact. No other vehicle occupants or driver details were provided. The collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicle movements through intersections where pedestrian crossing signals are absent or ignored.
SUV Slams Sedan on Flatlands Avenue▸SUV hit sedan head-on in Brooklyn. Sedan driver took the blow—face cut, neck snapped. Both cars wrecked up front. No pedestrians. No cyclists. Just steel and injury.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided on Flatlands Avenue near Van Siclen Avenue in Brooklyn at 5:35 AM. The SUV’s left front bumper struck the sedan’s center front end. The sedan’s 39-year-old male driver suffered facial injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both vehicles with heavy front-end damage.
NYCHA Worker Hits Three Cars in Brooklyn▸A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, then hit an empty vehicle. Police arrested her nearby. No life-threatening injuries. Charges include reckless endangerment and assault.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee, Tanisha Simpson, was arrested after a multi-car crash in Brooklyn. According to police, Simpson "swiped an oncoming car" near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard, then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before being arrested by city sheriffs. No one was seriously injured, though the pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights risks from hit-and-run crashes and the need for stronger enforcement around dangerous driving.
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NYCHA Worker Hits Three Cars in Brooklyn,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
Two Sedans Collide on Liberty Ave Brooklyn▸Two sedans collided on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn late at night. Both drivers disregarded traffic controls. A 44-year-old female driver suffered an upper arm injury. Impact occurred at the left rear quarter panel and front center of the vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:56 on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans, one traveling east and the other south, collided with impact on the left rear quarter panel of the eastbound vehicle and the center front end of the southbound vehicle. Both drivers disregarded traffic controls, a key contributing factor cited in the report. The female driver of the eastbound sedan, aged 44, was injured with an upper arm contusion and bruising. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The male driver of the southbound sedan was licensed and operating legally, but also disregarded traffic controls. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision highlights driver errors related to ignoring traffic signals or signs, leading to serious injury.
Cyclist Suffers Full-Body Injuries in Brooklyn Crash▸A 62-year-old male bicyclist sustained whiplash and injuries to his entire body in a collision on Pennsylvania Avenue. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. Police report lists unspecified contributing factors but no clear driver errors.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:42 AM. The cyclist was traveling north, going straight ahead, when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of his bike. The bicyclist suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, and remained conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for the bicyclist, and no explicit driver errors or violations are noted. The crash involved a single bike and an unspecified vehicle, with no details on the other vehicle's movement or damage. The lack of identified driver errors or victim contributing factors leaves the cause unclear but confirms serious injury to the vulnerable road user.
SUV Slams Stopped Sedan on Pennsylvania Ave▸SUV hit a stopped sedan’s right side in Brooklyn. Sedan driver, 62, suffered a head injury and shock. Police cite lost consciousness as a factor. Both drivers licensed. Impact was sudden, violent.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV traveling north on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn struck the right side doors of a stopped BMW sedan, also heading north. The sedan’s 62-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was in shock. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV’s front bumper hit the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The collision left the sedan driver injured. The police report highlights 'Lost Consciousness' as a factor, but the crash resulted from the SUV striking a stopped vehicle.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian at Hegeman and Pennsylvania▸A sedan struck a 34-year-old man crossing Hegeman Avenue. The impact broke his hip and leg. He lay incoherent, hurt, in the street. The crash left the car’s front end smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Hegeman Avenue at Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 34-year-old male pedestrian. The man was crossing against the signal at the intersection. The sedan hit him with its left front bumper, damaging the car’s center front end. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was incoherent at the scene, complaining of pain and nausea. The police report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors are cited in the data.
Two Sedans Crash on Chestnut Street, Child Hurt▸Two sedans collided on Chestnut Street at Ridgewood Avenue. A seven-year-old girl in the back seat suffered facial injuries and shock. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed as causes.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed at 12:41 a.m. on Chestnut Street near Ridgewood Avenue in Brooklyn. One sedan was going east, the other turned right northbound. The eastbound car struck the left side doors of the turning sedan. Police listed failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. A seven-year-old girl riding in the middle rear seat of the northbound sedan was injured, suffering facial wounds and minor bleeding. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and experienced shock. Driver errors—failure to yield and unsafe speed—directly led to the crash and the child’s injuries.
Distracted SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 27-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making a right turn. The driver’s inattention and disregard for traffic control caused knee and lower leg injuries. The pedestrian suffered contusions but remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fountain Avenue near Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:25 p.m. A 27-year-old male pedestrian was crossing at an intersection with the signal when a Station Wagon/SUV making a right turn struck him on the right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The report identifies the primary contributing factor as driver inattention and distraction, along with traffic control disregarded by the driver. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing factor. The collision highlights a failure by the driver to yield and maintain attention at a controlled intersection, resulting in serious harm to a vulnerable road user.
Sedan and Van Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Sedan and van crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. Sedan driver hurt with back pain and whiplash. Police blame passing too closely. Both vehicles moved south. One driver left injured.
According to the police report, a sedan and a van collided at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling southbound and going straight. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and stayed conscious. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' as the cause for both drivers, showing clear driver error in keeping safe distance. The van had no damage and one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report notes the sedan driver was not using safety equipment, but only after citing driver error.
Sedan Strikes Bus Side in Brooklyn Collision▸A sedan collided with the left side of a bus on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited the driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause, highlighting dangerous passing behavior.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. A 37-year-old male sedan driver was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. The sedan struck the left side doors of a southbound Ford bus, which sustained no damage. The report identifies the contributing factor as "Passing Too Closely" repeated twice, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance while passing. The sedan driver was conscious and not ejected, but suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The bus driver and vehicle were not reported injured or damaged. This collision underscores the dangers posed by improper passing maneuvers on city streets.
SUV Strikes and Kills Woman on Pennsylvania Ave▸A Toyota SUV hit a 58-year-old woman in the road near 570 Pennsylvania Ave. Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street. The SUV rolled on, untouched. Brooklyn pavement bore the weight of her last breath.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV traveling north near 570 Pennsylvania Ave in Brooklyn struck a 58-year-old woman who was in the roadway. The report states, 'Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street.' The pedestrian suffered fatal head and crush injuries. The SUV sustained no damage and continued on. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway' at the time of the crash. The focus remains on the lethal impact of the SUV and the systemic danger faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling straight west on Georgia Ave. The 23-year-old male cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end were damaged.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:08 AM on Georgia Ave near New Lots Ave. The sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight westbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the bicyclist but does not specify any driver errors explicitly. The collision’s circumstances suggest failure to yield by the turning sedan, a common cause in left-turn crashes involving cyclists. The bicyclist was not reported to have contributed to the crash by any listed factor.
SUV hit sedan head-on in Brooklyn. Sedan driver took the blow—face cut, neck snapped. Both cars wrecked up front. No pedestrians. No cyclists. Just steel and injury.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided on Flatlands Avenue near Van Siclen Avenue in Brooklyn at 5:35 AM. The SUV’s left front bumper struck the sedan’s center front end. The sedan’s 39-year-old male driver suffered facial injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both vehicles with heavy front-end damage.
NYCHA Worker Hits Three Cars in Brooklyn▸A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, then hit an empty vehicle. Police arrested her nearby. No life-threatening injuries. Charges include reckless endangerment and assault.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee, Tanisha Simpson, was arrested after a multi-car crash in Brooklyn. According to police, Simpson "swiped an oncoming car" near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard, then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before being arrested by city sheriffs. No one was seriously injured, though the pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights risks from hit-and-run crashes and the need for stronger enforcement around dangerous driving.
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NYCHA Worker Hits Three Cars in Brooklyn,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
Two Sedans Collide on Liberty Ave Brooklyn▸Two sedans collided on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn late at night. Both drivers disregarded traffic controls. A 44-year-old female driver suffered an upper arm injury. Impact occurred at the left rear quarter panel and front center of the vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:56 on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans, one traveling east and the other south, collided with impact on the left rear quarter panel of the eastbound vehicle and the center front end of the southbound vehicle. Both drivers disregarded traffic controls, a key contributing factor cited in the report. The female driver of the eastbound sedan, aged 44, was injured with an upper arm contusion and bruising. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The male driver of the southbound sedan was licensed and operating legally, but also disregarded traffic controls. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision highlights driver errors related to ignoring traffic signals or signs, leading to serious injury.
Cyclist Suffers Full-Body Injuries in Brooklyn Crash▸A 62-year-old male bicyclist sustained whiplash and injuries to his entire body in a collision on Pennsylvania Avenue. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. Police report lists unspecified contributing factors but no clear driver errors.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:42 AM. The cyclist was traveling north, going straight ahead, when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of his bike. The bicyclist suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, and remained conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for the bicyclist, and no explicit driver errors or violations are noted. The crash involved a single bike and an unspecified vehicle, with no details on the other vehicle's movement or damage. The lack of identified driver errors or victim contributing factors leaves the cause unclear but confirms serious injury to the vulnerable road user.
SUV Slams Stopped Sedan on Pennsylvania Ave▸SUV hit a stopped sedan’s right side in Brooklyn. Sedan driver, 62, suffered a head injury and shock. Police cite lost consciousness as a factor. Both drivers licensed. Impact was sudden, violent.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV traveling north on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn struck the right side doors of a stopped BMW sedan, also heading north. The sedan’s 62-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was in shock. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV’s front bumper hit the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The collision left the sedan driver injured. The police report highlights 'Lost Consciousness' as a factor, but the crash resulted from the SUV striking a stopped vehicle.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian at Hegeman and Pennsylvania▸A sedan struck a 34-year-old man crossing Hegeman Avenue. The impact broke his hip and leg. He lay incoherent, hurt, in the street. The crash left the car’s front end smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Hegeman Avenue at Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 34-year-old male pedestrian. The man was crossing against the signal at the intersection. The sedan hit him with its left front bumper, damaging the car’s center front end. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was incoherent at the scene, complaining of pain and nausea. The police report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors are cited in the data.
Two Sedans Crash on Chestnut Street, Child Hurt▸Two sedans collided on Chestnut Street at Ridgewood Avenue. A seven-year-old girl in the back seat suffered facial injuries and shock. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed as causes.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed at 12:41 a.m. on Chestnut Street near Ridgewood Avenue in Brooklyn. One sedan was going east, the other turned right northbound. The eastbound car struck the left side doors of the turning sedan. Police listed failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. A seven-year-old girl riding in the middle rear seat of the northbound sedan was injured, suffering facial wounds and minor bleeding. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and experienced shock. Driver errors—failure to yield and unsafe speed—directly led to the crash and the child’s injuries.
Distracted SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 27-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making a right turn. The driver’s inattention and disregard for traffic control caused knee and lower leg injuries. The pedestrian suffered contusions but remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fountain Avenue near Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:25 p.m. A 27-year-old male pedestrian was crossing at an intersection with the signal when a Station Wagon/SUV making a right turn struck him on the right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The report identifies the primary contributing factor as driver inattention and distraction, along with traffic control disregarded by the driver. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing factor. The collision highlights a failure by the driver to yield and maintain attention at a controlled intersection, resulting in serious harm to a vulnerable road user.
Sedan and Van Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Sedan and van crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. Sedan driver hurt with back pain and whiplash. Police blame passing too closely. Both vehicles moved south. One driver left injured.
According to the police report, a sedan and a van collided at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling southbound and going straight. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and stayed conscious. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' as the cause for both drivers, showing clear driver error in keeping safe distance. The van had no damage and one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report notes the sedan driver was not using safety equipment, but only after citing driver error.
Sedan Strikes Bus Side in Brooklyn Collision▸A sedan collided with the left side of a bus on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited the driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause, highlighting dangerous passing behavior.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. A 37-year-old male sedan driver was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. The sedan struck the left side doors of a southbound Ford bus, which sustained no damage. The report identifies the contributing factor as "Passing Too Closely" repeated twice, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance while passing. The sedan driver was conscious and not ejected, but suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The bus driver and vehicle were not reported injured or damaged. This collision underscores the dangers posed by improper passing maneuvers on city streets.
SUV Strikes and Kills Woman on Pennsylvania Ave▸A Toyota SUV hit a 58-year-old woman in the road near 570 Pennsylvania Ave. Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street. The SUV rolled on, untouched. Brooklyn pavement bore the weight of her last breath.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV traveling north near 570 Pennsylvania Ave in Brooklyn struck a 58-year-old woman who was in the roadway. The report states, 'Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street.' The pedestrian suffered fatal head and crush injuries. The SUV sustained no damage and continued on. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway' at the time of the crash. The focus remains on the lethal impact of the SUV and the systemic danger faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling straight west on Georgia Ave. The 23-year-old male cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end were damaged.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:08 AM on Georgia Ave near New Lots Ave. The sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight westbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the bicyclist but does not specify any driver errors explicitly. The collision’s circumstances suggest failure to yield by the turning sedan, a common cause in left-turn crashes involving cyclists. The bicyclist was not reported to have contributed to the crash by any listed factor.
A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, then hit an empty vehicle. Police arrested her nearby. No life-threatening injuries. Charges include reckless endangerment and assault.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee, Tanisha Simpson, was arrested after a multi-car crash in Brooklyn. According to police, Simpson "swiped an oncoming car" near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard, then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before being arrested by city sheriffs. No one was seriously injured, though the pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights risks from hit-and-run crashes and the need for stronger enforcement around dangerous driving.
- NYCHA Worker Hits Three Cars in Brooklyn, Gothamist, Published 2024-11-27
Two Sedans Collide on Liberty Ave Brooklyn▸Two sedans collided on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn late at night. Both drivers disregarded traffic controls. A 44-year-old female driver suffered an upper arm injury. Impact occurred at the left rear quarter panel and front center of the vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:56 on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans, one traveling east and the other south, collided with impact on the left rear quarter panel of the eastbound vehicle and the center front end of the southbound vehicle. Both drivers disregarded traffic controls, a key contributing factor cited in the report. The female driver of the eastbound sedan, aged 44, was injured with an upper arm contusion and bruising. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The male driver of the southbound sedan was licensed and operating legally, but also disregarded traffic controls. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision highlights driver errors related to ignoring traffic signals or signs, leading to serious injury.
Cyclist Suffers Full-Body Injuries in Brooklyn Crash▸A 62-year-old male bicyclist sustained whiplash and injuries to his entire body in a collision on Pennsylvania Avenue. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. Police report lists unspecified contributing factors but no clear driver errors.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:42 AM. The cyclist was traveling north, going straight ahead, when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of his bike. The bicyclist suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, and remained conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for the bicyclist, and no explicit driver errors or violations are noted. The crash involved a single bike and an unspecified vehicle, with no details on the other vehicle's movement or damage. The lack of identified driver errors or victim contributing factors leaves the cause unclear but confirms serious injury to the vulnerable road user.
SUV Slams Stopped Sedan on Pennsylvania Ave▸SUV hit a stopped sedan’s right side in Brooklyn. Sedan driver, 62, suffered a head injury and shock. Police cite lost consciousness as a factor. Both drivers licensed. Impact was sudden, violent.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV traveling north on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn struck the right side doors of a stopped BMW sedan, also heading north. The sedan’s 62-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was in shock. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV’s front bumper hit the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The collision left the sedan driver injured. The police report highlights 'Lost Consciousness' as a factor, but the crash resulted from the SUV striking a stopped vehicle.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian at Hegeman and Pennsylvania▸A sedan struck a 34-year-old man crossing Hegeman Avenue. The impact broke his hip and leg. He lay incoherent, hurt, in the street. The crash left the car’s front end smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Hegeman Avenue at Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 34-year-old male pedestrian. The man was crossing against the signal at the intersection. The sedan hit him with its left front bumper, damaging the car’s center front end. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was incoherent at the scene, complaining of pain and nausea. The police report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors are cited in the data.
Two Sedans Crash on Chestnut Street, Child Hurt▸Two sedans collided on Chestnut Street at Ridgewood Avenue. A seven-year-old girl in the back seat suffered facial injuries and shock. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed as causes.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed at 12:41 a.m. on Chestnut Street near Ridgewood Avenue in Brooklyn. One sedan was going east, the other turned right northbound. The eastbound car struck the left side doors of the turning sedan. Police listed failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. A seven-year-old girl riding in the middle rear seat of the northbound sedan was injured, suffering facial wounds and minor bleeding. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and experienced shock. Driver errors—failure to yield and unsafe speed—directly led to the crash and the child’s injuries.
Distracted SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 27-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making a right turn. The driver’s inattention and disregard for traffic control caused knee and lower leg injuries. The pedestrian suffered contusions but remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fountain Avenue near Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:25 p.m. A 27-year-old male pedestrian was crossing at an intersection with the signal when a Station Wagon/SUV making a right turn struck him on the right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The report identifies the primary contributing factor as driver inattention and distraction, along with traffic control disregarded by the driver. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing factor. The collision highlights a failure by the driver to yield and maintain attention at a controlled intersection, resulting in serious harm to a vulnerable road user.
Sedan and Van Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Sedan and van crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. Sedan driver hurt with back pain and whiplash. Police blame passing too closely. Both vehicles moved south. One driver left injured.
According to the police report, a sedan and a van collided at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling southbound and going straight. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and stayed conscious. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' as the cause for both drivers, showing clear driver error in keeping safe distance. The van had no damage and one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report notes the sedan driver was not using safety equipment, but only after citing driver error.
Sedan Strikes Bus Side in Brooklyn Collision▸A sedan collided with the left side of a bus on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited the driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause, highlighting dangerous passing behavior.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. A 37-year-old male sedan driver was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. The sedan struck the left side doors of a southbound Ford bus, which sustained no damage. The report identifies the contributing factor as "Passing Too Closely" repeated twice, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance while passing. The sedan driver was conscious and not ejected, but suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The bus driver and vehicle were not reported injured or damaged. This collision underscores the dangers posed by improper passing maneuvers on city streets.
SUV Strikes and Kills Woman on Pennsylvania Ave▸A Toyota SUV hit a 58-year-old woman in the road near 570 Pennsylvania Ave. Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street. The SUV rolled on, untouched. Brooklyn pavement bore the weight of her last breath.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV traveling north near 570 Pennsylvania Ave in Brooklyn struck a 58-year-old woman who was in the roadway. The report states, 'Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street.' The pedestrian suffered fatal head and crush injuries. The SUV sustained no damage and continued on. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway' at the time of the crash. The focus remains on the lethal impact of the SUV and the systemic danger faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling straight west on Georgia Ave. The 23-year-old male cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end were damaged.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:08 AM on Georgia Ave near New Lots Ave. The sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight westbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the bicyclist but does not specify any driver errors explicitly. The collision’s circumstances suggest failure to yield by the turning sedan, a common cause in left-turn crashes involving cyclists. The bicyclist was not reported to have contributed to the crash by any listed factor.
Two sedans collided on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn late at night. Both drivers disregarded traffic controls. A 44-year-old female driver suffered an upper arm injury. Impact occurred at the left rear quarter panel and front center of the vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:56 on Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans, one traveling east and the other south, collided with impact on the left rear quarter panel of the eastbound vehicle and the center front end of the southbound vehicle. Both drivers disregarded traffic controls, a key contributing factor cited in the report. The female driver of the eastbound sedan, aged 44, was injured with an upper arm contusion and bruising. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The male driver of the southbound sedan was licensed and operating legally, but also disregarded traffic controls. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision highlights driver errors related to ignoring traffic signals or signs, leading to serious injury.
Cyclist Suffers Full-Body Injuries in Brooklyn Crash▸A 62-year-old male bicyclist sustained whiplash and injuries to his entire body in a collision on Pennsylvania Avenue. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. Police report lists unspecified contributing factors but no clear driver errors.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:42 AM. The cyclist was traveling north, going straight ahead, when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of his bike. The bicyclist suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, and remained conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for the bicyclist, and no explicit driver errors or violations are noted. The crash involved a single bike and an unspecified vehicle, with no details on the other vehicle's movement or damage. The lack of identified driver errors or victim contributing factors leaves the cause unclear but confirms serious injury to the vulnerable road user.
SUV Slams Stopped Sedan on Pennsylvania Ave▸SUV hit a stopped sedan’s right side in Brooklyn. Sedan driver, 62, suffered a head injury and shock. Police cite lost consciousness as a factor. Both drivers licensed. Impact was sudden, violent.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV traveling north on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn struck the right side doors of a stopped BMW sedan, also heading north. The sedan’s 62-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was in shock. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV’s front bumper hit the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The collision left the sedan driver injured. The police report highlights 'Lost Consciousness' as a factor, but the crash resulted from the SUV striking a stopped vehicle.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian at Hegeman and Pennsylvania▸A sedan struck a 34-year-old man crossing Hegeman Avenue. The impact broke his hip and leg. He lay incoherent, hurt, in the street. The crash left the car’s front end smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Hegeman Avenue at Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 34-year-old male pedestrian. The man was crossing against the signal at the intersection. The sedan hit him with its left front bumper, damaging the car’s center front end. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was incoherent at the scene, complaining of pain and nausea. The police report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors are cited in the data.
Two Sedans Crash on Chestnut Street, Child Hurt▸Two sedans collided on Chestnut Street at Ridgewood Avenue. A seven-year-old girl in the back seat suffered facial injuries and shock. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed as causes.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed at 12:41 a.m. on Chestnut Street near Ridgewood Avenue in Brooklyn. One sedan was going east, the other turned right northbound. The eastbound car struck the left side doors of the turning sedan. Police listed failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. A seven-year-old girl riding in the middle rear seat of the northbound sedan was injured, suffering facial wounds and minor bleeding. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and experienced shock. Driver errors—failure to yield and unsafe speed—directly led to the crash and the child’s injuries.
Distracted SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 27-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making a right turn. The driver’s inattention and disregard for traffic control caused knee and lower leg injuries. The pedestrian suffered contusions but remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fountain Avenue near Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:25 p.m. A 27-year-old male pedestrian was crossing at an intersection with the signal when a Station Wagon/SUV making a right turn struck him on the right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The report identifies the primary contributing factor as driver inattention and distraction, along with traffic control disregarded by the driver. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing factor. The collision highlights a failure by the driver to yield and maintain attention at a controlled intersection, resulting in serious harm to a vulnerable road user.
Sedan and Van Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Sedan and van crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. Sedan driver hurt with back pain and whiplash. Police blame passing too closely. Both vehicles moved south. One driver left injured.
According to the police report, a sedan and a van collided at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling southbound and going straight. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and stayed conscious. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' as the cause for both drivers, showing clear driver error in keeping safe distance. The van had no damage and one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report notes the sedan driver was not using safety equipment, but only after citing driver error.
Sedan Strikes Bus Side in Brooklyn Collision▸A sedan collided with the left side of a bus on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited the driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause, highlighting dangerous passing behavior.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. A 37-year-old male sedan driver was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. The sedan struck the left side doors of a southbound Ford bus, which sustained no damage. The report identifies the contributing factor as "Passing Too Closely" repeated twice, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance while passing. The sedan driver was conscious and not ejected, but suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The bus driver and vehicle were not reported injured or damaged. This collision underscores the dangers posed by improper passing maneuvers on city streets.
SUV Strikes and Kills Woman on Pennsylvania Ave▸A Toyota SUV hit a 58-year-old woman in the road near 570 Pennsylvania Ave. Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street. The SUV rolled on, untouched. Brooklyn pavement bore the weight of her last breath.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV traveling north near 570 Pennsylvania Ave in Brooklyn struck a 58-year-old woman who was in the roadway. The report states, 'Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street.' The pedestrian suffered fatal head and crush injuries. The SUV sustained no damage and continued on. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway' at the time of the crash. The focus remains on the lethal impact of the SUV and the systemic danger faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling straight west on Georgia Ave. The 23-year-old male cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end were damaged.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:08 AM on Georgia Ave near New Lots Ave. The sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight westbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the bicyclist but does not specify any driver errors explicitly. The collision’s circumstances suggest failure to yield by the turning sedan, a common cause in left-turn crashes involving cyclists. The bicyclist was not reported to have contributed to the crash by any listed factor.
A 62-year-old male bicyclist sustained whiplash and injuries to his entire body in a collision on Pennsylvania Avenue. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. Police report lists unspecified contributing factors but no clear driver errors.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:42 AM. The cyclist was traveling north, going straight ahead, when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of his bike. The bicyclist suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, and remained conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for the bicyclist, and no explicit driver errors or violations are noted. The crash involved a single bike and an unspecified vehicle, with no details on the other vehicle's movement or damage. The lack of identified driver errors or victim contributing factors leaves the cause unclear but confirms serious injury to the vulnerable road user.
SUV Slams Stopped Sedan on Pennsylvania Ave▸SUV hit a stopped sedan’s right side in Brooklyn. Sedan driver, 62, suffered a head injury and shock. Police cite lost consciousness as a factor. Both drivers licensed. Impact was sudden, violent.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV traveling north on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn struck the right side doors of a stopped BMW sedan, also heading north. The sedan’s 62-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was in shock. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV’s front bumper hit the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The collision left the sedan driver injured. The police report highlights 'Lost Consciousness' as a factor, but the crash resulted from the SUV striking a stopped vehicle.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian at Hegeman and Pennsylvania▸A sedan struck a 34-year-old man crossing Hegeman Avenue. The impact broke his hip and leg. He lay incoherent, hurt, in the street. The crash left the car’s front end smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Hegeman Avenue at Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 34-year-old male pedestrian. The man was crossing against the signal at the intersection. The sedan hit him with its left front bumper, damaging the car’s center front end. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was incoherent at the scene, complaining of pain and nausea. The police report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors are cited in the data.
Two Sedans Crash on Chestnut Street, Child Hurt▸Two sedans collided on Chestnut Street at Ridgewood Avenue. A seven-year-old girl in the back seat suffered facial injuries and shock. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed as causes.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed at 12:41 a.m. on Chestnut Street near Ridgewood Avenue in Brooklyn. One sedan was going east, the other turned right northbound. The eastbound car struck the left side doors of the turning sedan. Police listed failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. A seven-year-old girl riding in the middle rear seat of the northbound sedan was injured, suffering facial wounds and minor bleeding. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and experienced shock. Driver errors—failure to yield and unsafe speed—directly led to the crash and the child’s injuries.
Distracted SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 27-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making a right turn. The driver’s inattention and disregard for traffic control caused knee and lower leg injuries. The pedestrian suffered contusions but remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fountain Avenue near Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:25 p.m. A 27-year-old male pedestrian was crossing at an intersection with the signal when a Station Wagon/SUV making a right turn struck him on the right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The report identifies the primary contributing factor as driver inattention and distraction, along with traffic control disregarded by the driver. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing factor. The collision highlights a failure by the driver to yield and maintain attention at a controlled intersection, resulting in serious harm to a vulnerable road user.
Sedan and Van Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Sedan and van crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. Sedan driver hurt with back pain and whiplash. Police blame passing too closely. Both vehicles moved south. One driver left injured.
According to the police report, a sedan and a van collided at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling southbound and going straight. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and stayed conscious. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' as the cause for both drivers, showing clear driver error in keeping safe distance. The van had no damage and one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report notes the sedan driver was not using safety equipment, but only after citing driver error.
Sedan Strikes Bus Side in Brooklyn Collision▸A sedan collided with the left side of a bus on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited the driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause, highlighting dangerous passing behavior.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. A 37-year-old male sedan driver was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. The sedan struck the left side doors of a southbound Ford bus, which sustained no damage. The report identifies the contributing factor as "Passing Too Closely" repeated twice, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance while passing. The sedan driver was conscious and not ejected, but suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The bus driver and vehicle were not reported injured or damaged. This collision underscores the dangers posed by improper passing maneuvers on city streets.
SUV Strikes and Kills Woman on Pennsylvania Ave▸A Toyota SUV hit a 58-year-old woman in the road near 570 Pennsylvania Ave. Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street. The SUV rolled on, untouched. Brooklyn pavement bore the weight of her last breath.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV traveling north near 570 Pennsylvania Ave in Brooklyn struck a 58-year-old woman who was in the roadway. The report states, 'Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street.' The pedestrian suffered fatal head and crush injuries. The SUV sustained no damage and continued on. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway' at the time of the crash. The focus remains on the lethal impact of the SUV and the systemic danger faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling straight west on Georgia Ave. The 23-year-old male cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end were damaged.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:08 AM on Georgia Ave near New Lots Ave. The sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight westbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the bicyclist but does not specify any driver errors explicitly. The collision’s circumstances suggest failure to yield by the turning sedan, a common cause in left-turn crashes involving cyclists. The bicyclist was not reported to have contributed to the crash by any listed factor.
SUV hit a stopped sedan’s right side in Brooklyn. Sedan driver, 62, suffered a head injury and shock. Police cite lost consciousness as a factor. Both drivers licensed. Impact was sudden, violent.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV traveling north on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn struck the right side doors of a stopped BMW sedan, also heading north. The sedan’s 62-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was in shock. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV’s front bumper hit the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The collision left the sedan driver injured. The police report highlights 'Lost Consciousness' as a factor, but the crash resulted from the SUV striking a stopped vehicle.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian at Hegeman and Pennsylvania▸A sedan struck a 34-year-old man crossing Hegeman Avenue. The impact broke his hip and leg. He lay incoherent, hurt, in the street. The crash left the car’s front end smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Hegeman Avenue at Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 34-year-old male pedestrian. The man was crossing against the signal at the intersection. The sedan hit him with its left front bumper, damaging the car’s center front end. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was incoherent at the scene, complaining of pain and nausea. The police report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors are cited in the data.
Two Sedans Crash on Chestnut Street, Child Hurt▸Two sedans collided on Chestnut Street at Ridgewood Avenue. A seven-year-old girl in the back seat suffered facial injuries and shock. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed as causes.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed at 12:41 a.m. on Chestnut Street near Ridgewood Avenue in Brooklyn. One sedan was going east, the other turned right northbound. The eastbound car struck the left side doors of the turning sedan. Police listed failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. A seven-year-old girl riding in the middle rear seat of the northbound sedan was injured, suffering facial wounds and minor bleeding. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and experienced shock. Driver errors—failure to yield and unsafe speed—directly led to the crash and the child’s injuries.
Distracted SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 27-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making a right turn. The driver’s inattention and disregard for traffic control caused knee and lower leg injuries. The pedestrian suffered contusions but remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fountain Avenue near Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:25 p.m. A 27-year-old male pedestrian was crossing at an intersection with the signal when a Station Wagon/SUV making a right turn struck him on the right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The report identifies the primary contributing factor as driver inattention and distraction, along with traffic control disregarded by the driver. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing factor. The collision highlights a failure by the driver to yield and maintain attention at a controlled intersection, resulting in serious harm to a vulnerable road user.
Sedan and Van Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Sedan and van crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. Sedan driver hurt with back pain and whiplash. Police blame passing too closely. Both vehicles moved south. One driver left injured.
According to the police report, a sedan and a van collided at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling southbound and going straight. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and stayed conscious. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' as the cause for both drivers, showing clear driver error in keeping safe distance. The van had no damage and one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report notes the sedan driver was not using safety equipment, but only after citing driver error.
Sedan Strikes Bus Side in Brooklyn Collision▸A sedan collided with the left side of a bus on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited the driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause, highlighting dangerous passing behavior.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. A 37-year-old male sedan driver was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. The sedan struck the left side doors of a southbound Ford bus, which sustained no damage. The report identifies the contributing factor as "Passing Too Closely" repeated twice, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance while passing. The sedan driver was conscious and not ejected, but suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The bus driver and vehicle were not reported injured or damaged. This collision underscores the dangers posed by improper passing maneuvers on city streets.
SUV Strikes and Kills Woman on Pennsylvania Ave▸A Toyota SUV hit a 58-year-old woman in the road near 570 Pennsylvania Ave. Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street. The SUV rolled on, untouched. Brooklyn pavement bore the weight of her last breath.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV traveling north near 570 Pennsylvania Ave in Brooklyn struck a 58-year-old woman who was in the roadway. The report states, 'Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street.' The pedestrian suffered fatal head and crush injuries. The SUV sustained no damage and continued on. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway' at the time of the crash. The focus remains on the lethal impact of the SUV and the systemic danger faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling straight west on Georgia Ave. The 23-year-old male cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end were damaged.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:08 AM on Georgia Ave near New Lots Ave. The sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight westbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the bicyclist but does not specify any driver errors explicitly. The collision’s circumstances suggest failure to yield by the turning sedan, a common cause in left-turn crashes involving cyclists. The bicyclist was not reported to have contributed to the crash by any listed factor.
A sedan struck a 34-year-old man crossing Hegeman Avenue. The impact broke his hip and leg. He lay incoherent, hurt, in the street. The crash left the car’s front end smashed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Hegeman Avenue at Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 34-year-old male pedestrian. The man was crossing against the signal at the intersection. The sedan hit him with its left front bumper, damaging the car’s center front end. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was incoherent at the scene, complaining of pain and nausea. The police report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors are cited in the data.
Two Sedans Crash on Chestnut Street, Child Hurt▸Two sedans collided on Chestnut Street at Ridgewood Avenue. A seven-year-old girl in the back seat suffered facial injuries and shock. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed as causes.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed at 12:41 a.m. on Chestnut Street near Ridgewood Avenue in Brooklyn. One sedan was going east, the other turned right northbound. The eastbound car struck the left side doors of the turning sedan. Police listed failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. A seven-year-old girl riding in the middle rear seat of the northbound sedan was injured, suffering facial wounds and minor bleeding. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and experienced shock. Driver errors—failure to yield and unsafe speed—directly led to the crash and the child’s injuries.
Distracted SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 27-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making a right turn. The driver’s inattention and disregard for traffic control caused knee and lower leg injuries. The pedestrian suffered contusions but remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fountain Avenue near Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:25 p.m. A 27-year-old male pedestrian was crossing at an intersection with the signal when a Station Wagon/SUV making a right turn struck him on the right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The report identifies the primary contributing factor as driver inattention and distraction, along with traffic control disregarded by the driver. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing factor. The collision highlights a failure by the driver to yield and maintain attention at a controlled intersection, resulting in serious harm to a vulnerable road user.
Sedan and Van Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Sedan and van crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. Sedan driver hurt with back pain and whiplash. Police blame passing too closely. Both vehicles moved south. One driver left injured.
According to the police report, a sedan and a van collided at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling southbound and going straight. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and stayed conscious. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' as the cause for both drivers, showing clear driver error in keeping safe distance. The van had no damage and one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report notes the sedan driver was not using safety equipment, but only after citing driver error.
Sedan Strikes Bus Side in Brooklyn Collision▸A sedan collided with the left side of a bus on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited the driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause, highlighting dangerous passing behavior.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. A 37-year-old male sedan driver was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. The sedan struck the left side doors of a southbound Ford bus, which sustained no damage. The report identifies the contributing factor as "Passing Too Closely" repeated twice, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance while passing. The sedan driver was conscious and not ejected, but suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The bus driver and vehicle were not reported injured or damaged. This collision underscores the dangers posed by improper passing maneuvers on city streets.
SUV Strikes and Kills Woman on Pennsylvania Ave▸A Toyota SUV hit a 58-year-old woman in the road near 570 Pennsylvania Ave. Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street. The SUV rolled on, untouched. Brooklyn pavement bore the weight of her last breath.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV traveling north near 570 Pennsylvania Ave in Brooklyn struck a 58-year-old woman who was in the roadway. The report states, 'Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street.' The pedestrian suffered fatal head and crush injuries. The SUV sustained no damage and continued on. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway' at the time of the crash. The focus remains on the lethal impact of the SUV and the systemic danger faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling straight west on Georgia Ave. The 23-year-old male cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end were damaged.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:08 AM on Georgia Ave near New Lots Ave. The sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight westbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the bicyclist but does not specify any driver errors explicitly. The collision’s circumstances suggest failure to yield by the turning sedan, a common cause in left-turn crashes involving cyclists. The bicyclist was not reported to have contributed to the crash by any listed factor.
Two sedans collided on Chestnut Street at Ridgewood Avenue. A seven-year-old girl in the back seat suffered facial injuries and shock. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed as causes.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed at 12:41 a.m. on Chestnut Street near Ridgewood Avenue in Brooklyn. One sedan was going east, the other turned right northbound. The eastbound car struck the left side doors of the turning sedan. Police listed failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. A seven-year-old girl riding in the middle rear seat of the northbound sedan was injured, suffering facial wounds and minor bleeding. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and experienced shock. Driver errors—failure to yield and unsafe speed—directly led to the crash and the child’s injuries.
Distracted SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 27-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making a right turn. The driver’s inattention and disregard for traffic control caused knee and lower leg injuries. The pedestrian suffered contusions but remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fountain Avenue near Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:25 p.m. A 27-year-old male pedestrian was crossing at an intersection with the signal when a Station Wagon/SUV making a right turn struck him on the right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The report identifies the primary contributing factor as driver inattention and distraction, along with traffic control disregarded by the driver. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing factor. The collision highlights a failure by the driver to yield and maintain attention at a controlled intersection, resulting in serious harm to a vulnerable road user.
Sedan and Van Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Sedan and van crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. Sedan driver hurt with back pain and whiplash. Police blame passing too closely. Both vehicles moved south. One driver left injured.
According to the police report, a sedan and a van collided at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling southbound and going straight. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and stayed conscious. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' as the cause for both drivers, showing clear driver error in keeping safe distance. The van had no damage and one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report notes the sedan driver was not using safety equipment, but only after citing driver error.
Sedan Strikes Bus Side in Brooklyn Collision▸A sedan collided with the left side of a bus on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited the driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause, highlighting dangerous passing behavior.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. A 37-year-old male sedan driver was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. The sedan struck the left side doors of a southbound Ford bus, which sustained no damage. The report identifies the contributing factor as "Passing Too Closely" repeated twice, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance while passing. The sedan driver was conscious and not ejected, but suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The bus driver and vehicle were not reported injured or damaged. This collision underscores the dangers posed by improper passing maneuvers on city streets.
SUV Strikes and Kills Woman on Pennsylvania Ave▸A Toyota SUV hit a 58-year-old woman in the road near 570 Pennsylvania Ave. Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street. The SUV rolled on, untouched. Brooklyn pavement bore the weight of her last breath.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV traveling north near 570 Pennsylvania Ave in Brooklyn struck a 58-year-old woman who was in the roadway. The report states, 'Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street.' The pedestrian suffered fatal head and crush injuries. The SUV sustained no damage and continued on. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway' at the time of the crash. The focus remains on the lethal impact of the SUV and the systemic danger faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling straight west on Georgia Ave. The 23-year-old male cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end were damaged.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:08 AM on Georgia Ave near New Lots Ave. The sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight westbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the bicyclist but does not specify any driver errors explicitly. The collision’s circumstances suggest failure to yield by the turning sedan, a common cause in left-turn crashes involving cyclists. The bicyclist was not reported to have contributed to the crash by any listed factor.
A 27-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making a right turn. The driver’s inattention and disregard for traffic control caused knee and lower leg injuries. The pedestrian suffered contusions but remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fountain Avenue near Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:25 p.m. A 27-year-old male pedestrian was crossing at an intersection with the signal when a Station Wagon/SUV making a right turn struck him on the right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The report identifies the primary contributing factor as driver inattention and distraction, along with traffic control disregarded by the driver. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing factor. The collision highlights a failure by the driver to yield and maintain attention at a controlled intersection, resulting in serious harm to a vulnerable road user.
Sedan and Van Collide on Pennsylvania Avenue▸Sedan and van crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. Sedan driver hurt with back pain and whiplash. Police blame passing too closely. Both vehicles moved south. One driver left injured.
According to the police report, a sedan and a van collided at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling southbound and going straight. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and stayed conscious. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' as the cause for both drivers, showing clear driver error in keeping safe distance. The van had no damage and one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report notes the sedan driver was not using safety equipment, but only after citing driver error.
Sedan Strikes Bus Side in Brooklyn Collision▸A sedan collided with the left side of a bus on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited the driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause, highlighting dangerous passing behavior.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. A 37-year-old male sedan driver was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. The sedan struck the left side doors of a southbound Ford bus, which sustained no damage. The report identifies the contributing factor as "Passing Too Closely" repeated twice, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance while passing. The sedan driver was conscious and not ejected, but suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The bus driver and vehicle were not reported injured or damaged. This collision underscores the dangers posed by improper passing maneuvers on city streets.
SUV Strikes and Kills Woman on Pennsylvania Ave▸A Toyota SUV hit a 58-year-old woman in the road near 570 Pennsylvania Ave. Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street. The SUV rolled on, untouched. Brooklyn pavement bore the weight of her last breath.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV traveling north near 570 Pennsylvania Ave in Brooklyn struck a 58-year-old woman who was in the roadway. The report states, 'Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street.' The pedestrian suffered fatal head and crush injuries. The SUV sustained no damage and continued on. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway' at the time of the crash. The focus remains on the lethal impact of the SUV and the systemic danger faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling straight west on Georgia Ave. The 23-year-old male cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end were damaged.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:08 AM on Georgia Ave near New Lots Ave. The sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight westbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the bicyclist but does not specify any driver errors explicitly. The collision’s circumstances suggest failure to yield by the turning sedan, a common cause in left-turn crashes involving cyclists. The bicyclist was not reported to have contributed to the crash by any listed factor.
Sedan and van crashed on Pennsylvania Avenue. Sedan driver hurt with back pain and whiplash. Police blame passing too closely. Both vehicles moved south. One driver left injured.
According to the police report, a sedan and a van collided at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling southbound and going straight. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and stayed conscious. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' as the cause for both drivers, showing clear driver error in keeping safe distance. The van had no damage and one occupant. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report notes the sedan driver was not using safety equipment, but only after citing driver error.
Sedan Strikes Bus Side in Brooklyn Collision▸A sedan collided with the left side of a bus on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited the driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause, highlighting dangerous passing behavior.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. A 37-year-old male sedan driver was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. The sedan struck the left side doors of a southbound Ford bus, which sustained no damage. The report identifies the contributing factor as "Passing Too Closely" repeated twice, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance while passing. The sedan driver was conscious and not ejected, but suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The bus driver and vehicle were not reported injured or damaged. This collision underscores the dangers posed by improper passing maneuvers on city streets.
SUV Strikes and Kills Woman on Pennsylvania Ave▸A Toyota SUV hit a 58-year-old woman in the road near 570 Pennsylvania Ave. Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street. The SUV rolled on, untouched. Brooklyn pavement bore the weight of her last breath.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV traveling north near 570 Pennsylvania Ave in Brooklyn struck a 58-year-old woman who was in the roadway. The report states, 'Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street.' The pedestrian suffered fatal head and crush injuries. The SUV sustained no damage and continued on. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway' at the time of the crash. The focus remains on the lethal impact of the SUV and the systemic danger faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling straight west on Georgia Ave. The 23-year-old male cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end were damaged.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:08 AM on Georgia Ave near New Lots Ave. The sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight westbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the bicyclist but does not specify any driver errors explicitly. The collision’s circumstances suggest failure to yield by the turning sedan, a common cause in left-turn crashes involving cyclists. The bicyclist was not reported to have contributed to the crash by any listed factor.
A sedan collided with the left side of a bus on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited the driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause, highlighting dangerous passing behavior.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:25 on Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn. A 37-year-old male sedan driver was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. The sedan struck the left side doors of a southbound Ford bus, which sustained no damage. The report identifies the contributing factor as "Passing Too Closely" repeated twice, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance while passing. The sedan driver was conscious and not ejected, but suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The bus driver and vehicle were not reported injured or damaged. This collision underscores the dangers posed by improper passing maneuvers on city streets.
SUV Strikes and Kills Woman on Pennsylvania Ave▸A Toyota SUV hit a 58-year-old woman in the road near 570 Pennsylvania Ave. Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street. The SUV rolled on, untouched. Brooklyn pavement bore the weight of her last breath.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV traveling north near 570 Pennsylvania Ave in Brooklyn struck a 58-year-old woman who was in the roadway. The report states, 'Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street.' The pedestrian suffered fatal head and crush injuries. The SUV sustained no damage and continued on. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway' at the time of the crash. The focus remains on the lethal impact of the SUV and the systemic danger faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling straight west on Georgia Ave. The 23-year-old male cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end were damaged.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:08 AM on Georgia Ave near New Lots Ave. The sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight westbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the bicyclist but does not specify any driver errors explicitly. The collision’s circumstances suggest failure to yield by the turning sedan, a common cause in left-turn crashes involving cyclists. The bicyclist was not reported to have contributed to the crash by any listed factor.
A Toyota SUV hit a 58-year-old woman in the road near 570 Pennsylvania Ave. Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street. The SUV rolled on, untouched. Brooklyn pavement bore the weight of her last breath.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV traveling north near 570 Pennsylvania Ave in Brooklyn struck a 58-year-old woman who was in the roadway. The report states, 'Her skull broke. Her body crushed. She died there, in the street.' The pedestrian suffered fatal head and crush injuries. The SUV sustained no damage and continued on. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway' at the time of the crash. The focus remains on the lethal impact of the SUV and the systemic danger faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn streets.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling straight west on Georgia Ave. The 23-year-old male cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end were damaged.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:08 AM on Georgia Ave near New Lots Ave. The sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight westbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the bicyclist but does not specify any driver errors explicitly. The collision’s circumstances suggest failure to yield by the turning sedan, a common cause in left-turn crashes involving cyclists. The bicyclist was not reported to have contributed to the crash by any listed factor.
A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling straight west on Georgia Ave. The 23-year-old male cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s front end were damaged.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:08 AM on Georgia Ave near New Lots Ave. The sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east, was making a left turn when it struck a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight westbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the bicyclist but does not specify any driver errors explicitly. The collision’s circumstances suggest failure to yield by the turning sedan, a common cause in left-turn crashes involving cyclists. The bicyclist was not reported to have contributed to the crash by any listed factor.