About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 12
▸ Crush Injuries 12
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 9
▸ Severe Lacerations 8
▸ Concussion 18
▸ Whiplash 74
▸ Contusion/Bruise 160
▸ Abrasion 102
▸ Pain/Nausea 46
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year-to-year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Four corners, one pattern: Brooklyn CB6’s street toll keeps rising
Brooklyn CB6: Jan 1, 2022 - Oct 12, 2025
About 3 PM on Oct 2, at Richards Street and Commerce Street, a driver in a 2024 Ford SUV hit a woman on a bike; police logged driver inattention and a traffic signal violation, and she was hurt in the leg (NYC Open Data).
This Week
- Oct 1: at Court Street and Union Street, a left‑turning box‑truck driver hit a man on a bike and injured him (NYC Open Data).
- Oct 1: near 5th Avenue in Park Slope, an SUV and an e‑bike collided; police recorded unsafe speed and the rider was injured (NYC Open Data).
- Sept 28: at 4th Avenue and 11th Street, a driver in a sedan hit a 19‑year‑old on a bike; police cited failure to yield and disregarding traffic control (NYC Open Data).
The grind does not stop
Since Jan 1, 2022, Brooklyn CB6 has logged 4,996 crashes, 2,271 injuries, 31 serious injuries, and 14 deaths (NYC Open Data). People walking account for 4 deaths and 333 injuries; people on bikes, 2 deaths and 420 injuries (NYC Open Data). Police records point again and again to human choices behind the wheel: failure to yield in 18 injuries with 3 serious injuries, and inattention/distraction in 34 injuries with 3 serious injuries (NYC Open Data).
Late morning into the evening is dangerous here: the 11 AM hour alone saw 3 deaths; 8–10 AM and 6–9 PM each include fatal hours with heavy injury counts (NYC Open Data). The map repeats the same corridors: Atlantic Avenue shows 2 deaths and 47 injuries; Columbia Street shows 40 injuries and 2 serious injuries (NYC Open Data).
Known fixes, known failures
The playbook is not secret. Daylight corners. Give pedestrians head starts. Harden turns where drivers swing into crosswalks. On truck streets like Columbia and along Atlantic, enforce turns and route heavy vehicles away from walking routes where possible. Target failure‑to‑yield and red‑light running during the peak injury hours listed above. These fit the patterns police already record here (NYC Open Data).
Who moves first
Council Member Shahana K. Hanif is on record backing safer streets, co‑sponsoring a city bill to add 5,000 bike‑parking stations, which calms sidewalks and helps more people ride (NYC Council Legistar). In Albany, State Senator Andrew Gounardes sponsors the Stop Super Speeders Act, S 4045, to require speed‑limiting tech for repeat violators and voted it forward in committee (Open States). Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon co‑sponsors the Assembly companion A 2299, pushing the same lifesaving tool (Open States).
Albany also renewed New York City’s 24‑hour school‑zone speed‑camera program through 2030. That keeps the cameras on and has been credited with cutting dangerous driving at camera sites (Streetsblog NYC; AMNY).
Slow it down, for real
City leaders have the tools to slow the whole system. Advocates are calling for New York City to use Sammy’s Law authority to set a 20 MPH default on residential streets and to pass speed‑limiters for repeat offenders (CrashCount: Take Action; Open States). The bodies on Atlantic and Columbia do not need more studies. They need less speed and fewer second chances.
Act now. Tell your officials to slow our streets and stop repeat speeders. Start here.
Frequently Asked Questions
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▸ Who represents this area, and where do they stand?
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-10-12
- S 4045 — Intelligent speed assistance for repeat speeders, Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-12
- NYC Council Legistar — Int. 1375-2025 (bicycle parking expansion), NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-09-10
- Hochul Signs Speed Camera Reauthorization, Enforcement Continues Through 2030, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-30
- Staying on: New Yorkers react to Hochul’s renewed speed camera program in NYC, AMNY, Published 2025-06-30
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon
District 52
Council Member Shahana K. Hanif
District 39
State Senator Andrew Gounardes
District 26
▸ Other Geographies
Brooklyn CB6 Brooklyn Community Board 6 sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 76, District 39, AD 52, SD 26.
It contains Carroll Gardens-Cobble Hill-Gowanus-Red Hook, Park Slope.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Brooklyn Community Board 6
30
De Blasio Is Referenced in Safety‑Boosting Daylighting Debate▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
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NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
25
Sedan Turns Into Cyclist on Fourth Avenue▸Jul 25 - A sedan turned wrong on Fourth Avenue. The car struck a cyclist riding straight. The cyclist suffered injuries. Police cite improper turning. The street stayed dangerous. Pain lingered.
A sedan making a right turn collided with a northbound cyclist at Fourth Avenue in Brooklyn. The 32-year-old cyclist was injured, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The sedan's right front bumper struck the cyclist, who was riding straight. No other contributing factors were listed. The driver’s error—improper turning—put the cyclist in harm’s way.
25
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Dump Truck Turns, Sedan Backs, Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A dump truck turned left on 4th Ave. A sedan backed up. Metal struck metal. One driver suffered a back injury. Police cite obstructed view and other vehicular factors.
A dump truck making a left turn collided with a sedan backing up on 4th Avenue at 7th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 65-year-old woman, was injured and suffered a back injury. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained bumper damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report highlights driver errors but does not mention helmet or signal use.
24
Avilés Urges Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Street Fixes▸Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
"The Third Avenue corridor has been "persistently dangerous," said Avilés. "We have the tools to majorly reduce this violence, but it's up to the mayor's office to use them."" -- Alexa Avilés
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
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Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes,
BKReader,
Published 2025-07-24
24
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
24
Gounardes Backs Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Street Fixes▸Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
""Here we are, once again gathering to mourn another preventable tragedy on our streets. But it doesn't have to be this way,"" -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
-
Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes,
BKReader,
Published 2025-07-24
24
Mitaynes Backs Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Fixes▸Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
-
Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes,
BKReader,
Published 2025-07-24
23
Avilés Demands Investment Against Harmful Third Avenue Delay▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"I am here to stand with our community again, to call for real investment, to call for real earnest movement forward, and to really address some of the challenges, because there are real tensions with what this corridor is used for. What it takes is real political will and real capital investment." -- Alexa Avilés
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
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After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
23
Gounardes Slams Delay as Harmful Backs Safety‑Boosting Plan▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"This is not meant to be a highway. This is where people walk. This is where people live. This is where kids go to school." -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
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After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
23
Mitaynes Backs Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Redesign Now▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"We’ve seen how data-driven street redesign saves lives. It’s time to bring those investments to Brooklyn, not in a few years, not eventually, but now. Safer streets are not a privilege, they are a right." -- Marcela Mitaynes
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
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After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
22
Sedan Driver Rear-Ends Cyclist on 7th Ave▸Jul 22 - The driver of a sedan rear-ended a 27-year-old bicyclist on southbound 7th Avenue. The rider suffered a contusion to the shoulder and upper arm and remained conscious. Police recorded Unsafe Speed and Following Too Closely.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 7th Avenue rear-ended a bicyclist going the same direction. The 27-year-old rider suffered a contusion to the shoulder and upper arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely.' Police list the bicycle's point of impact as center back end and note no damage recorded to the bike. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead. The report records the bicyclist as injured with a contusion. The police cited driver errors in the collision.
22
Improper Lane Use Injures Scooter Rider on Lorraine▸Jul 22 - Improper lane use on Lorraine Street left a scooter rider hurt. Chest abrasions marked the crash. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A crash on Lorraine Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn injured a 48-year-old scooter rider. According to the police report, the collision involved a bike and a standing scooter. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor. The scooter rider suffered chest abrasions but remained conscious. No other injuries were reported. Driver error—improper lane use—was the key factor cited by police.
21
Motorcycle Hits Turning Sedan on Sackett▸Jul 21 - Motorcycle struck the left side of a sedan as the sedan turned left on Sackett Street. The 22-year-old motorcyclist suffered a leg abrasion. Police recorded failure to yield and following too closely.
A motorcycle and a sedan collided on Sackett Street at Hicks Street in Brooklyn. The sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle traveled straight west. The motorcycle struck the sedan's left-side doors. The 22-year-old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the knee/lower leg/foot; the sedan driver was not reported injured. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Police recorded those driver errors as the contributing factors; no other contributing factors were listed.
19
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Three on Court Street▸Jul 19 - SUV and sedan collided on Court Street at Hamilton Avenue. Three people hurt. Passengers suffered back and shoulder injuries. No clear cause listed. Metal and bodies slammed. Brooklyn shook.
An SUV and a sedan collided at Court Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 34-year-old male driver, a 21-year-old female rear passenger, and a 30-year-old female rear passenger. Injuries included back pain, shoulder pain, and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash left metal twisted and passengers in pain.
18
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
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Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
18
Gounardes Backs Safety‑Boosting Stop Super Speeder Bill▸Jul 18 - Six speeding tickets. School zones. Gersh Kuntzman calls out Andrew Cuomo. Reckless driving from leaders puts lives at risk. Streets stay dangerous. No answers from Cuomo.
"if the state legislature had passed Sen. Andrew Gounardes's "Stop Super Speeder" bill, would have required Cuomo to get a speed limiter installed into his beloved Dodge." -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 18, 2025, journalist Gersh Kuntzman of Streetsblog NYC criticized former Governor Andrew Cuomo for racking up six speed-camera tickets in city school zones between March and June. Kuntzman wrote, 'That's objectively a horrendous record of reckless driving through city school zones.' He noted that if Sen. Andrew Gounardes's 'Stop Super Speeder' bill had passed, Cuomo would face a mandatory speed limiter. No council bill or committee action is involved. The safety analyst notes this is an individual’s behavior, not a policy change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
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Friday’s Headlines: Cuomo’s Road Rage Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-18
17
Sedan Runs Signal, Ejects Cyclist on Hicks▸Jul 17 - The driver of a sedan ran a traffic control and struck a cyclist at Hicks and Congress. The 27-year-old man was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver.
The driver of a 2021 BMW sedan ran a traffic control and struck a bicyclist at Hicks Street and Congress Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was a contributing factor. The report notes the sedan's right front bumper struck the bike's left rear bumper while the bicyclist was traveling east and the sedan was traveling north. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The report lists no other injured persons.
16
SUV Hits E-Bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn▸Jul 16 - An SUV struck an e-bike on Dean Street. The cyclist suffered a leg injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets remain hazardous for those outside cars.
An SUV collided with an e-bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The 46-year-old male cyclist was injured, suffering pain and a leg injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was a contributing factor. The SUV's front end hit the e-bike's right front quarter panel. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but this was not listed as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the persistent dangers faced by cyclists and other vulnerable road users.
16
Sedan Strikes Child and Adult at 8th Avenue Intersection▸Jul 16 - A sedan hit a child and an adult crossing with the signal on 8th Avenue. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Impact was at the center front. The street did not protect them.
A sedan making a left turn on 8th Avenue struck a 3-year-old boy and a 38-year-old woman as they crossed with the signal at the intersection with 7th Street. Both pedestrians were injured—one in the head, one in the back—and experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The impact occurred at the center front of the sedan. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the pedestrians were crossing with the signal. Systemic danger remains for those on foot.
Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
- NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025, City & State NY, Published 2025-07-30
25
Sedan Turns Into Cyclist on Fourth Avenue▸Jul 25 - A sedan turned wrong on Fourth Avenue. The car struck a cyclist riding straight. The cyclist suffered injuries. Police cite improper turning. The street stayed dangerous. Pain lingered.
A sedan making a right turn collided with a northbound cyclist at Fourth Avenue in Brooklyn. The 32-year-old cyclist was injured, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The sedan's right front bumper struck the cyclist, who was riding straight. No other contributing factors were listed. The driver’s error—improper turning—put the cyclist in harm’s way.
25
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Dump Truck Turns, Sedan Backs, Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A dump truck turned left on 4th Ave. A sedan backed up. Metal struck metal. One driver suffered a back injury. Police cite obstructed view and other vehicular factors.
A dump truck making a left turn collided with a sedan backing up on 4th Avenue at 7th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 65-year-old woman, was injured and suffered a back injury. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained bumper damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report highlights driver errors but does not mention helmet or signal use.
24
Avilés Urges Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Street Fixes▸Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
"The Third Avenue corridor has been "persistently dangerous," said Avilés. "We have the tools to majorly reduce this violence, but it's up to the mayor's office to use them."" -- Alexa Avilés
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
-
Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes,
BKReader,
Published 2025-07-24
24
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
24
Gounardes Backs Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Street Fixes▸Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
""Here we are, once again gathering to mourn another preventable tragedy on our streets. But it doesn't have to be this way,"" -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
-
Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes,
BKReader,
Published 2025-07-24
24
Mitaynes Backs Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Fixes▸Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
-
Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes,
BKReader,
Published 2025-07-24
23
Avilés Demands Investment Against Harmful Third Avenue Delay▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"I am here to stand with our community again, to call for real investment, to call for real earnest movement forward, and to really address some of the challenges, because there are real tensions with what this corridor is used for. What it takes is real political will and real capital investment." -- Alexa Avilés
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
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After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
23
Gounardes Slams Delay as Harmful Backs Safety‑Boosting Plan▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"This is not meant to be a highway. This is where people walk. This is where people live. This is where kids go to school." -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
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After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
23
Mitaynes Backs Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Redesign Now▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"We’ve seen how data-driven street redesign saves lives. It’s time to bring those investments to Brooklyn, not in a few years, not eventually, but now. Safer streets are not a privilege, they are a right." -- Marcela Mitaynes
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
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After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
22
Sedan Driver Rear-Ends Cyclist on 7th Ave▸Jul 22 - The driver of a sedan rear-ended a 27-year-old bicyclist on southbound 7th Avenue. The rider suffered a contusion to the shoulder and upper arm and remained conscious. Police recorded Unsafe Speed and Following Too Closely.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 7th Avenue rear-ended a bicyclist going the same direction. The 27-year-old rider suffered a contusion to the shoulder and upper arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely.' Police list the bicycle's point of impact as center back end and note no damage recorded to the bike. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead. The report records the bicyclist as injured with a contusion. The police cited driver errors in the collision.
22
Improper Lane Use Injures Scooter Rider on Lorraine▸Jul 22 - Improper lane use on Lorraine Street left a scooter rider hurt. Chest abrasions marked the crash. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A crash on Lorraine Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn injured a 48-year-old scooter rider. According to the police report, the collision involved a bike and a standing scooter. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor. The scooter rider suffered chest abrasions but remained conscious. No other injuries were reported. Driver error—improper lane use—was the key factor cited by police.
21
Motorcycle Hits Turning Sedan on Sackett▸Jul 21 - Motorcycle struck the left side of a sedan as the sedan turned left on Sackett Street. The 22-year-old motorcyclist suffered a leg abrasion. Police recorded failure to yield and following too closely.
A motorcycle and a sedan collided on Sackett Street at Hicks Street in Brooklyn. The sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle traveled straight west. The motorcycle struck the sedan's left-side doors. The 22-year-old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the knee/lower leg/foot; the sedan driver was not reported injured. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Police recorded those driver errors as the contributing factors; no other contributing factors were listed.
19
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Three on Court Street▸Jul 19 - SUV and sedan collided on Court Street at Hamilton Avenue. Three people hurt. Passengers suffered back and shoulder injuries. No clear cause listed. Metal and bodies slammed. Brooklyn shook.
An SUV and a sedan collided at Court Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 34-year-old male driver, a 21-year-old female rear passenger, and a 30-year-old female rear passenger. Injuries included back pain, shoulder pain, and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash left metal twisted and passengers in pain.
18
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
-
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
18
Gounardes Backs Safety‑Boosting Stop Super Speeder Bill▸Jul 18 - Six speeding tickets. School zones. Gersh Kuntzman calls out Andrew Cuomo. Reckless driving from leaders puts lives at risk. Streets stay dangerous. No answers from Cuomo.
"if the state legislature had passed Sen. Andrew Gounardes's "Stop Super Speeder" bill, would have required Cuomo to get a speed limiter installed into his beloved Dodge." -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 18, 2025, journalist Gersh Kuntzman of Streetsblog NYC criticized former Governor Andrew Cuomo for racking up six speed-camera tickets in city school zones between March and June. Kuntzman wrote, 'That's objectively a horrendous record of reckless driving through city school zones.' He noted that if Sen. Andrew Gounardes's 'Stop Super Speeder' bill had passed, Cuomo would face a mandatory speed limiter. No council bill or committee action is involved. The safety analyst notes this is an individual’s behavior, not a policy change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
-
Friday’s Headlines: Cuomo’s Road Rage Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-18
17
Sedan Runs Signal, Ejects Cyclist on Hicks▸Jul 17 - The driver of a sedan ran a traffic control and struck a cyclist at Hicks and Congress. The 27-year-old man was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver.
The driver of a 2021 BMW sedan ran a traffic control and struck a bicyclist at Hicks Street and Congress Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was a contributing factor. The report notes the sedan's right front bumper struck the bike's left rear bumper while the bicyclist was traveling east and the sedan was traveling north. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The report lists no other injured persons.
16
SUV Hits E-Bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn▸Jul 16 - An SUV struck an e-bike on Dean Street. The cyclist suffered a leg injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets remain hazardous for those outside cars.
An SUV collided with an e-bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The 46-year-old male cyclist was injured, suffering pain and a leg injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was a contributing factor. The SUV's front end hit the e-bike's right front quarter panel. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but this was not listed as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the persistent dangers faced by cyclists and other vulnerable road users.
16
Sedan Strikes Child and Adult at 8th Avenue Intersection▸Jul 16 - A sedan hit a child and an adult crossing with the signal on 8th Avenue. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Impact was at the center front. The street did not protect them.
A sedan making a left turn on 8th Avenue struck a 3-year-old boy and a 38-year-old woman as they crossed with the signal at the intersection with 7th Street. Both pedestrians were injured—one in the head, one in the back—and experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The impact occurred at the center front of the sedan. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the pedestrians were crossing with the signal. Systemic danger remains for those on foot.
Jul 25 - A sedan turned wrong on Fourth Avenue. The car struck a cyclist riding straight. The cyclist suffered injuries. Police cite improper turning. The street stayed dangerous. Pain lingered.
A sedan making a right turn collided with a northbound cyclist at Fourth Avenue in Brooklyn. The 32-year-old cyclist was injured, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The sedan's right front bumper struck the cyclist, who was riding straight. No other contributing factors were listed. The driver’s error—improper turning—put the cyclist in harm’s way.
25
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Dump Truck Turns, Sedan Backs, Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A dump truck turned left on 4th Ave. A sedan backed up. Metal struck metal. One driver suffered a back injury. Police cite obstructed view and other vehicular factors.
A dump truck making a left turn collided with a sedan backing up on 4th Avenue at 7th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 65-year-old woman, was injured and suffered a back injury. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained bumper damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report highlights driver errors but does not mention helmet or signal use.
24
Avilés Urges Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Street Fixes▸Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
"The Third Avenue corridor has been "persistently dangerous," said Avilés. "We have the tools to majorly reduce this violence, but it's up to the mayor's office to use them."" -- Alexa Avilés
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
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Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes,
BKReader,
Published 2025-07-24
24
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
24
Gounardes Backs Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Street Fixes▸Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
""Here we are, once again gathering to mourn another preventable tragedy on our streets. But it doesn't have to be this way,"" -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
-
Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes,
BKReader,
Published 2025-07-24
24
Mitaynes Backs Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Fixes▸Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
-
Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes,
BKReader,
Published 2025-07-24
23
Avilés Demands Investment Against Harmful Third Avenue Delay▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"I am here to stand with our community again, to call for real investment, to call for real earnest movement forward, and to really address some of the challenges, because there are real tensions with what this corridor is used for. What it takes is real political will and real capital investment." -- Alexa Avilés
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
23
Gounardes Slams Delay as Harmful Backs Safety‑Boosting Plan▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"This is not meant to be a highway. This is where people walk. This is where people live. This is where kids go to school." -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
23
Mitaynes Backs Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Redesign Now▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"We’ve seen how data-driven street redesign saves lives. It’s time to bring those investments to Brooklyn, not in a few years, not eventually, but now. Safer streets are not a privilege, they are a right." -- Marcela Mitaynes
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
22
Sedan Driver Rear-Ends Cyclist on 7th Ave▸Jul 22 - The driver of a sedan rear-ended a 27-year-old bicyclist on southbound 7th Avenue. The rider suffered a contusion to the shoulder and upper arm and remained conscious. Police recorded Unsafe Speed and Following Too Closely.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 7th Avenue rear-ended a bicyclist going the same direction. The 27-year-old rider suffered a contusion to the shoulder and upper arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely.' Police list the bicycle's point of impact as center back end and note no damage recorded to the bike. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead. The report records the bicyclist as injured with a contusion. The police cited driver errors in the collision.
22
Improper Lane Use Injures Scooter Rider on Lorraine▸Jul 22 - Improper lane use on Lorraine Street left a scooter rider hurt. Chest abrasions marked the crash. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A crash on Lorraine Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn injured a 48-year-old scooter rider. According to the police report, the collision involved a bike and a standing scooter. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor. The scooter rider suffered chest abrasions but remained conscious. No other injuries were reported. Driver error—improper lane use—was the key factor cited by police.
21
Motorcycle Hits Turning Sedan on Sackett▸Jul 21 - Motorcycle struck the left side of a sedan as the sedan turned left on Sackett Street. The 22-year-old motorcyclist suffered a leg abrasion. Police recorded failure to yield and following too closely.
A motorcycle and a sedan collided on Sackett Street at Hicks Street in Brooklyn. The sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle traveled straight west. The motorcycle struck the sedan's left-side doors. The 22-year-old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the knee/lower leg/foot; the sedan driver was not reported injured. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Police recorded those driver errors as the contributing factors; no other contributing factors were listed.
19
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Three on Court Street▸Jul 19 - SUV and sedan collided on Court Street at Hamilton Avenue. Three people hurt. Passengers suffered back and shoulder injuries. No clear cause listed. Metal and bodies slammed. Brooklyn shook.
An SUV and a sedan collided at Court Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 34-year-old male driver, a 21-year-old female rear passenger, and a 30-year-old female rear passenger. Injuries included back pain, shoulder pain, and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash left metal twisted and passengers in pain.
18
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
-
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
18
Gounardes Backs Safety‑Boosting Stop Super Speeder Bill▸Jul 18 - Six speeding tickets. School zones. Gersh Kuntzman calls out Andrew Cuomo. Reckless driving from leaders puts lives at risk. Streets stay dangerous. No answers from Cuomo.
"if the state legislature had passed Sen. Andrew Gounardes's "Stop Super Speeder" bill, would have required Cuomo to get a speed limiter installed into his beloved Dodge." -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 18, 2025, journalist Gersh Kuntzman of Streetsblog NYC criticized former Governor Andrew Cuomo for racking up six speed-camera tickets in city school zones between March and June. Kuntzman wrote, 'That's objectively a horrendous record of reckless driving through city school zones.' He noted that if Sen. Andrew Gounardes's 'Stop Super Speeder' bill had passed, Cuomo would face a mandatory speed limiter. No council bill or committee action is involved. The safety analyst notes this is an individual’s behavior, not a policy change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
-
Friday’s Headlines: Cuomo’s Road Rage Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-18
17
Sedan Runs Signal, Ejects Cyclist on Hicks▸Jul 17 - The driver of a sedan ran a traffic control and struck a cyclist at Hicks and Congress. The 27-year-old man was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver.
The driver of a 2021 BMW sedan ran a traffic control and struck a bicyclist at Hicks Street and Congress Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was a contributing factor. The report notes the sedan's right front bumper struck the bike's left rear bumper while the bicyclist was traveling east and the sedan was traveling north. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The report lists no other injured persons.
16
SUV Hits E-Bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn▸Jul 16 - An SUV struck an e-bike on Dean Street. The cyclist suffered a leg injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets remain hazardous for those outside cars.
An SUV collided with an e-bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The 46-year-old male cyclist was injured, suffering pain and a leg injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was a contributing factor. The SUV's front end hit the e-bike's right front quarter panel. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but this was not listed as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the persistent dangers faced by cyclists and other vulnerable road users.
16
Sedan Strikes Child and Adult at 8th Avenue Intersection▸Jul 16 - A sedan hit a child and an adult crossing with the signal on 8th Avenue. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Impact was at the center front. The street did not protect them.
A sedan making a left turn on 8th Avenue struck a 3-year-old boy and a 38-year-old woman as they crossed with the signal at the intersection with 7th Street. Both pedestrians were injured—one in the head, one in the back—and experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The impact occurred at the center front of the sedan. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the pedestrians were crossing with the signal. Systemic danger remains for those on foot.
Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
- Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-25
24
Dump Truck Turns, Sedan Backs, Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A dump truck turned left on 4th Ave. A sedan backed up. Metal struck metal. One driver suffered a back injury. Police cite obstructed view and other vehicular factors.
A dump truck making a left turn collided with a sedan backing up on 4th Avenue at 7th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 65-year-old woman, was injured and suffered a back injury. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained bumper damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report highlights driver errors but does not mention helmet or signal use.
24
Avilés Urges Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Street Fixes▸Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
"The Third Avenue corridor has been "persistently dangerous," said Avilés. "We have the tools to majorly reduce this violence, but it's up to the mayor's office to use them."" -- Alexa Avilés
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
-
Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes,
BKReader,
Published 2025-07-24
24
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
-
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
24
Gounardes Backs Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Street Fixes▸Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
""Here we are, once again gathering to mourn another preventable tragedy on our streets. But it doesn't have to be this way,"" -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
-
Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes,
BKReader,
Published 2025-07-24
24
Mitaynes Backs Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Fixes▸Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
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Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes,
BKReader,
Published 2025-07-24
23
Avilés Demands Investment Against Harmful Third Avenue Delay▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"I am here to stand with our community again, to call for real investment, to call for real earnest movement forward, and to really address some of the challenges, because there are real tensions with what this corridor is used for. What it takes is real political will and real capital investment." -- Alexa Avilés
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
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After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
23
Gounardes Slams Delay as Harmful Backs Safety‑Boosting Plan▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"This is not meant to be a highway. This is where people walk. This is where people live. This is where kids go to school." -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
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After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
23
Mitaynes Backs Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Redesign Now▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"We’ve seen how data-driven street redesign saves lives. It’s time to bring those investments to Brooklyn, not in a few years, not eventually, but now. Safer streets are not a privilege, they are a right." -- Marcela Mitaynes
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
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After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
22
Sedan Driver Rear-Ends Cyclist on 7th Ave▸Jul 22 - The driver of a sedan rear-ended a 27-year-old bicyclist on southbound 7th Avenue. The rider suffered a contusion to the shoulder and upper arm and remained conscious. Police recorded Unsafe Speed and Following Too Closely.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 7th Avenue rear-ended a bicyclist going the same direction. The 27-year-old rider suffered a contusion to the shoulder and upper arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely.' Police list the bicycle's point of impact as center back end and note no damage recorded to the bike. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead. The report records the bicyclist as injured with a contusion. The police cited driver errors in the collision.
22
Improper Lane Use Injures Scooter Rider on Lorraine▸Jul 22 - Improper lane use on Lorraine Street left a scooter rider hurt. Chest abrasions marked the crash. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A crash on Lorraine Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn injured a 48-year-old scooter rider. According to the police report, the collision involved a bike and a standing scooter. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor. The scooter rider suffered chest abrasions but remained conscious. No other injuries were reported. Driver error—improper lane use—was the key factor cited by police.
21
Motorcycle Hits Turning Sedan on Sackett▸Jul 21 - Motorcycle struck the left side of a sedan as the sedan turned left on Sackett Street. The 22-year-old motorcyclist suffered a leg abrasion. Police recorded failure to yield and following too closely.
A motorcycle and a sedan collided on Sackett Street at Hicks Street in Brooklyn. The sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle traveled straight west. The motorcycle struck the sedan's left-side doors. The 22-year-old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the knee/lower leg/foot; the sedan driver was not reported injured. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Police recorded those driver errors as the contributing factors; no other contributing factors were listed.
19
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Three on Court Street▸Jul 19 - SUV and sedan collided on Court Street at Hamilton Avenue. Three people hurt. Passengers suffered back and shoulder injuries. No clear cause listed. Metal and bodies slammed. Brooklyn shook.
An SUV and a sedan collided at Court Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 34-year-old male driver, a 21-year-old female rear passenger, and a 30-year-old female rear passenger. Injuries included back pain, shoulder pain, and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash left metal twisted and passengers in pain.
18
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
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Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
18
Gounardes Backs Safety‑Boosting Stop Super Speeder Bill▸Jul 18 - Six speeding tickets. School zones. Gersh Kuntzman calls out Andrew Cuomo. Reckless driving from leaders puts lives at risk. Streets stay dangerous. No answers from Cuomo.
"if the state legislature had passed Sen. Andrew Gounardes's "Stop Super Speeder" bill, would have required Cuomo to get a speed limiter installed into his beloved Dodge." -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 18, 2025, journalist Gersh Kuntzman of Streetsblog NYC criticized former Governor Andrew Cuomo for racking up six speed-camera tickets in city school zones between March and June. Kuntzman wrote, 'That's objectively a horrendous record of reckless driving through city school zones.' He noted that if Sen. Andrew Gounardes's 'Stop Super Speeder' bill had passed, Cuomo would face a mandatory speed limiter. No council bill or committee action is involved. The safety analyst notes this is an individual’s behavior, not a policy change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
-
Friday’s Headlines: Cuomo’s Road Rage Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-18
17
Sedan Runs Signal, Ejects Cyclist on Hicks▸Jul 17 - The driver of a sedan ran a traffic control and struck a cyclist at Hicks and Congress. The 27-year-old man was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver.
The driver of a 2021 BMW sedan ran a traffic control and struck a bicyclist at Hicks Street and Congress Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was a contributing factor. The report notes the sedan's right front bumper struck the bike's left rear bumper while the bicyclist was traveling east and the sedan was traveling north. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The report lists no other injured persons.
16
SUV Hits E-Bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn▸Jul 16 - An SUV struck an e-bike on Dean Street. The cyclist suffered a leg injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets remain hazardous for those outside cars.
An SUV collided with an e-bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The 46-year-old male cyclist was injured, suffering pain and a leg injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was a contributing factor. The SUV's front end hit the e-bike's right front quarter panel. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but this was not listed as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the persistent dangers faced by cyclists and other vulnerable road users.
16
Sedan Strikes Child and Adult at 8th Avenue Intersection▸Jul 16 - A sedan hit a child and an adult crossing with the signal on 8th Avenue. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Impact was at the center front. The street did not protect them.
A sedan making a left turn on 8th Avenue struck a 3-year-old boy and a 38-year-old woman as they crossed with the signal at the intersection with 7th Street. Both pedestrians were injured—one in the head, one in the back—and experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The impact occurred at the center front of the sedan. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the pedestrians were crossing with the signal. Systemic danger remains for those on foot.
Jul 24 - A dump truck turned left on 4th Ave. A sedan backed up. Metal struck metal. One driver suffered a back injury. Police cite obstructed view and other vehicular factors.
A dump truck making a left turn collided with a sedan backing up on 4th Avenue at 7th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 65-year-old woman, was injured and suffered a back injury. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained bumper damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report highlights driver errors but does not mention helmet or signal use.
24
Avilés Urges Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Street Fixes▸Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
"The Third Avenue corridor has been "persistently dangerous," said Avilés. "We have the tools to majorly reduce this violence, but it's up to the mayor's office to use them."" -- Alexa Avilés
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
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Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes,
BKReader,
Published 2025-07-24
24
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
24
Gounardes Backs Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Street Fixes▸Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
""Here we are, once again gathering to mourn another preventable tragedy on our streets. But it doesn't have to be this way,"" -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
-
Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes,
BKReader,
Published 2025-07-24
24
Mitaynes Backs Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Fixes▸Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
-
Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes,
BKReader,
Published 2025-07-24
23
Avilés Demands Investment Against Harmful Third Avenue Delay▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"I am here to stand with our community again, to call for real investment, to call for real earnest movement forward, and to really address some of the challenges, because there are real tensions with what this corridor is used for. What it takes is real political will and real capital investment." -- Alexa Avilés
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
23
Gounardes Slams Delay as Harmful Backs Safety‑Boosting Plan▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"This is not meant to be a highway. This is where people walk. This is where people live. This is where kids go to school." -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
23
Mitaynes Backs Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Redesign Now▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"We’ve seen how data-driven street redesign saves lives. It’s time to bring those investments to Brooklyn, not in a few years, not eventually, but now. Safer streets are not a privilege, they are a right." -- Marcela Mitaynes
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
22
Sedan Driver Rear-Ends Cyclist on 7th Ave▸Jul 22 - The driver of a sedan rear-ended a 27-year-old bicyclist on southbound 7th Avenue. The rider suffered a contusion to the shoulder and upper arm and remained conscious. Police recorded Unsafe Speed and Following Too Closely.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 7th Avenue rear-ended a bicyclist going the same direction. The 27-year-old rider suffered a contusion to the shoulder and upper arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely.' Police list the bicycle's point of impact as center back end and note no damage recorded to the bike. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead. The report records the bicyclist as injured with a contusion. The police cited driver errors in the collision.
22
Improper Lane Use Injures Scooter Rider on Lorraine▸Jul 22 - Improper lane use on Lorraine Street left a scooter rider hurt. Chest abrasions marked the crash. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A crash on Lorraine Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn injured a 48-year-old scooter rider. According to the police report, the collision involved a bike and a standing scooter. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor. The scooter rider suffered chest abrasions but remained conscious. No other injuries were reported. Driver error—improper lane use—was the key factor cited by police.
21
Motorcycle Hits Turning Sedan on Sackett▸Jul 21 - Motorcycle struck the left side of a sedan as the sedan turned left on Sackett Street. The 22-year-old motorcyclist suffered a leg abrasion. Police recorded failure to yield and following too closely.
A motorcycle and a sedan collided on Sackett Street at Hicks Street in Brooklyn. The sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle traveled straight west. The motorcycle struck the sedan's left-side doors. The 22-year-old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the knee/lower leg/foot; the sedan driver was not reported injured. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Police recorded those driver errors as the contributing factors; no other contributing factors were listed.
19
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Three on Court Street▸Jul 19 - SUV and sedan collided on Court Street at Hamilton Avenue. Three people hurt. Passengers suffered back and shoulder injuries. No clear cause listed. Metal and bodies slammed. Brooklyn shook.
An SUV and a sedan collided at Court Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 34-year-old male driver, a 21-year-old female rear passenger, and a 30-year-old female rear passenger. Injuries included back pain, shoulder pain, and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash left metal twisted and passengers in pain.
18
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
-
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
18
Gounardes Backs Safety‑Boosting Stop Super Speeder Bill▸Jul 18 - Six speeding tickets. School zones. Gersh Kuntzman calls out Andrew Cuomo. Reckless driving from leaders puts lives at risk. Streets stay dangerous. No answers from Cuomo.
"if the state legislature had passed Sen. Andrew Gounardes's "Stop Super Speeder" bill, would have required Cuomo to get a speed limiter installed into his beloved Dodge." -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 18, 2025, journalist Gersh Kuntzman of Streetsblog NYC criticized former Governor Andrew Cuomo for racking up six speed-camera tickets in city school zones between March and June. Kuntzman wrote, 'That's objectively a horrendous record of reckless driving through city school zones.' He noted that if Sen. Andrew Gounardes's 'Stop Super Speeder' bill had passed, Cuomo would face a mandatory speed limiter. No council bill or committee action is involved. The safety analyst notes this is an individual’s behavior, not a policy change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
-
Friday’s Headlines: Cuomo’s Road Rage Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-18
17
Sedan Runs Signal, Ejects Cyclist on Hicks▸Jul 17 - The driver of a sedan ran a traffic control and struck a cyclist at Hicks and Congress. The 27-year-old man was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver.
The driver of a 2021 BMW sedan ran a traffic control and struck a bicyclist at Hicks Street and Congress Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was a contributing factor. The report notes the sedan's right front bumper struck the bike's left rear bumper while the bicyclist was traveling east and the sedan was traveling north. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The report lists no other injured persons.
16
SUV Hits E-Bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn▸Jul 16 - An SUV struck an e-bike on Dean Street. The cyclist suffered a leg injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets remain hazardous for those outside cars.
An SUV collided with an e-bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The 46-year-old male cyclist was injured, suffering pain and a leg injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was a contributing factor. The SUV's front end hit the e-bike's right front quarter panel. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but this was not listed as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the persistent dangers faced by cyclists and other vulnerable road users.
16
Sedan Strikes Child and Adult at 8th Avenue Intersection▸Jul 16 - A sedan hit a child and an adult crossing with the signal on 8th Avenue. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Impact was at the center front. The street did not protect them.
A sedan making a left turn on 8th Avenue struck a 3-year-old boy and a 38-year-old woman as they crossed with the signal at the intersection with 7th Street. Both pedestrians were injured—one in the head, one in the back—and experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The impact occurred at the center front of the sedan. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the pedestrians were crossing with the signal. Systemic danger remains for those on foot.
Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
"The Third Avenue corridor has been "persistently dangerous," said Avilés. "We have the tools to majorly reduce this violence, but it's up to the mayor's office to use them."" -- Alexa Avilés
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
- Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes, BKReader, Published 2025-07-24
24
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
-
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
24
Gounardes Backs Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Street Fixes▸Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
""Here we are, once again gathering to mourn another preventable tragedy on our streets. But it doesn't have to be this way,"" -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
-
Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes,
BKReader,
Published 2025-07-24
24
Mitaynes Backs Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Fixes▸Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
-
Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes,
BKReader,
Published 2025-07-24
23
Avilés Demands Investment Against Harmful Third Avenue Delay▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"I am here to stand with our community again, to call for real investment, to call for real earnest movement forward, and to really address some of the challenges, because there are real tensions with what this corridor is used for. What it takes is real political will and real capital investment." -- Alexa Avilés
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
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After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
23
Gounardes Slams Delay as Harmful Backs Safety‑Boosting Plan▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"This is not meant to be a highway. This is where people walk. This is where people live. This is where kids go to school." -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
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After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
23
Mitaynes Backs Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Redesign Now▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"We’ve seen how data-driven street redesign saves lives. It’s time to bring those investments to Brooklyn, not in a few years, not eventually, but now. Safer streets are not a privilege, they are a right." -- Marcela Mitaynes
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
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After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
22
Sedan Driver Rear-Ends Cyclist on 7th Ave▸Jul 22 - The driver of a sedan rear-ended a 27-year-old bicyclist on southbound 7th Avenue. The rider suffered a contusion to the shoulder and upper arm and remained conscious. Police recorded Unsafe Speed and Following Too Closely.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 7th Avenue rear-ended a bicyclist going the same direction. The 27-year-old rider suffered a contusion to the shoulder and upper arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely.' Police list the bicycle's point of impact as center back end and note no damage recorded to the bike. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead. The report records the bicyclist as injured with a contusion. The police cited driver errors in the collision.
22
Improper Lane Use Injures Scooter Rider on Lorraine▸Jul 22 - Improper lane use on Lorraine Street left a scooter rider hurt. Chest abrasions marked the crash. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A crash on Lorraine Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn injured a 48-year-old scooter rider. According to the police report, the collision involved a bike and a standing scooter. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor. The scooter rider suffered chest abrasions but remained conscious. No other injuries were reported. Driver error—improper lane use—was the key factor cited by police.
21
Motorcycle Hits Turning Sedan on Sackett▸Jul 21 - Motorcycle struck the left side of a sedan as the sedan turned left on Sackett Street. The 22-year-old motorcyclist suffered a leg abrasion. Police recorded failure to yield and following too closely.
A motorcycle and a sedan collided on Sackett Street at Hicks Street in Brooklyn. The sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle traveled straight west. The motorcycle struck the sedan's left-side doors. The 22-year-old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the knee/lower leg/foot; the sedan driver was not reported injured. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Police recorded those driver errors as the contributing factors; no other contributing factors were listed.
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SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Three on Court Street▸Jul 19 - SUV and sedan collided on Court Street at Hamilton Avenue. Three people hurt. Passengers suffered back and shoulder injuries. No clear cause listed. Metal and bodies slammed. Brooklyn shook.
An SUV and a sedan collided at Court Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 34-year-old male driver, a 21-year-old female rear passenger, and a 30-year-old female rear passenger. Injuries included back pain, shoulder pain, and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash left metal twisted and passengers in pain.
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Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
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Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
18
Gounardes Backs Safety‑Boosting Stop Super Speeder Bill▸Jul 18 - Six speeding tickets. School zones. Gersh Kuntzman calls out Andrew Cuomo. Reckless driving from leaders puts lives at risk. Streets stay dangerous. No answers from Cuomo.
"if the state legislature had passed Sen. Andrew Gounardes's "Stop Super Speeder" bill, would have required Cuomo to get a speed limiter installed into his beloved Dodge." -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 18, 2025, journalist Gersh Kuntzman of Streetsblog NYC criticized former Governor Andrew Cuomo for racking up six speed-camera tickets in city school zones between March and June. Kuntzman wrote, 'That's objectively a horrendous record of reckless driving through city school zones.' He noted that if Sen. Andrew Gounardes's 'Stop Super Speeder' bill had passed, Cuomo would face a mandatory speed limiter. No council bill or committee action is involved. The safety analyst notes this is an individual’s behavior, not a policy change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
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Friday’s Headlines: Cuomo’s Road Rage Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-18
17
Sedan Runs Signal, Ejects Cyclist on Hicks▸Jul 17 - The driver of a sedan ran a traffic control and struck a cyclist at Hicks and Congress. The 27-year-old man was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver.
The driver of a 2021 BMW sedan ran a traffic control and struck a bicyclist at Hicks Street and Congress Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was a contributing factor. The report notes the sedan's right front bumper struck the bike's left rear bumper while the bicyclist was traveling east and the sedan was traveling north. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The report lists no other injured persons.
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SUV Hits E-Bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn▸Jul 16 - An SUV struck an e-bike on Dean Street. The cyclist suffered a leg injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets remain hazardous for those outside cars.
An SUV collided with an e-bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The 46-year-old male cyclist was injured, suffering pain and a leg injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was a contributing factor. The SUV's front end hit the e-bike's right front quarter panel. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but this was not listed as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the persistent dangers faced by cyclists and other vulnerable road users.
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Sedan Strikes Child and Adult at 8th Avenue Intersection▸Jul 16 - A sedan hit a child and an adult crossing with the signal on 8th Avenue. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Impact was at the center front. The street did not protect them.
A sedan making a left turn on 8th Avenue struck a 3-year-old boy and a 38-year-old woman as they crossed with the signal at the intersection with 7th Street. Both pedestrians were injured—one in the head, one in the back—and experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The impact occurred at the center front of the sedan. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the pedestrians were crossing with the signal. Systemic danger remains for those on foot.
Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
- Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-24
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Gounardes Backs Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Street Fixes▸Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
""Here we are, once again gathering to mourn another preventable tragedy on our streets. But it doesn't have to be this way,"" -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
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Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes,
BKReader,
Published 2025-07-24
24
Mitaynes Backs Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Fixes▸Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
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Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes,
BKReader,
Published 2025-07-24
23
Avilés Demands Investment Against Harmful Third Avenue Delay▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"I am here to stand with our community again, to call for real investment, to call for real earnest movement forward, and to really address some of the challenges, because there are real tensions with what this corridor is used for. What it takes is real political will and real capital investment." -- Alexa Avilés
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
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After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
23
Gounardes Slams Delay as Harmful Backs Safety‑Boosting Plan▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"This is not meant to be a highway. This is where people walk. This is where people live. This is where kids go to school." -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
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After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
23
Mitaynes Backs Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Redesign Now▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"We’ve seen how data-driven street redesign saves lives. It’s time to bring those investments to Brooklyn, not in a few years, not eventually, but now. Safer streets are not a privilege, they are a right." -- Marcela Mitaynes
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
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After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
22
Sedan Driver Rear-Ends Cyclist on 7th Ave▸Jul 22 - The driver of a sedan rear-ended a 27-year-old bicyclist on southbound 7th Avenue. The rider suffered a contusion to the shoulder and upper arm and remained conscious. Police recorded Unsafe Speed and Following Too Closely.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 7th Avenue rear-ended a bicyclist going the same direction. The 27-year-old rider suffered a contusion to the shoulder and upper arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely.' Police list the bicycle's point of impact as center back end and note no damage recorded to the bike. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead. The report records the bicyclist as injured with a contusion. The police cited driver errors in the collision.
22
Improper Lane Use Injures Scooter Rider on Lorraine▸Jul 22 - Improper lane use on Lorraine Street left a scooter rider hurt. Chest abrasions marked the crash. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A crash on Lorraine Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn injured a 48-year-old scooter rider. According to the police report, the collision involved a bike and a standing scooter. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor. The scooter rider suffered chest abrasions but remained conscious. No other injuries were reported. Driver error—improper lane use—was the key factor cited by police.
21
Motorcycle Hits Turning Sedan on Sackett▸Jul 21 - Motorcycle struck the left side of a sedan as the sedan turned left on Sackett Street. The 22-year-old motorcyclist suffered a leg abrasion. Police recorded failure to yield and following too closely.
A motorcycle and a sedan collided on Sackett Street at Hicks Street in Brooklyn. The sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle traveled straight west. The motorcycle struck the sedan's left-side doors. The 22-year-old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the knee/lower leg/foot; the sedan driver was not reported injured. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Police recorded those driver errors as the contributing factors; no other contributing factors were listed.
19
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Three on Court Street▸Jul 19 - SUV and sedan collided on Court Street at Hamilton Avenue. Three people hurt. Passengers suffered back and shoulder injuries. No clear cause listed. Metal and bodies slammed. Brooklyn shook.
An SUV and a sedan collided at Court Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 34-year-old male driver, a 21-year-old female rear passenger, and a 30-year-old female rear passenger. Injuries included back pain, shoulder pain, and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash left metal twisted and passengers in pain.
18
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
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Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
18
Gounardes Backs Safety‑Boosting Stop Super Speeder Bill▸Jul 18 - Six speeding tickets. School zones. Gersh Kuntzman calls out Andrew Cuomo. Reckless driving from leaders puts lives at risk. Streets stay dangerous. No answers from Cuomo.
"if the state legislature had passed Sen. Andrew Gounardes's "Stop Super Speeder" bill, would have required Cuomo to get a speed limiter installed into his beloved Dodge." -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 18, 2025, journalist Gersh Kuntzman of Streetsblog NYC criticized former Governor Andrew Cuomo for racking up six speed-camera tickets in city school zones between March and June. Kuntzman wrote, 'That's objectively a horrendous record of reckless driving through city school zones.' He noted that if Sen. Andrew Gounardes's 'Stop Super Speeder' bill had passed, Cuomo would face a mandatory speed limiter. No council bill or committee action is involved. The safety analyst notes this is an individual’s behavior, not a policy change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
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Friday’s Headlines: Cuomo’s Road Rage Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-18
17
Sedan Runs Signal, Ejects Cyclist on Hicks▸Jul 17 - The driver of a sedan ran a traffic control and struck a cyclist at Hicks and Congress. The 27-year-old man was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver.
The driver of a 2021 BMW sedan ran a traffic control and struck a bicyclist at Hicks Street and Congress Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was a contributing factor. The report notes the sedan's right front bumper struck the bike's left rear bumper while the bicyclist was traveling east and the sedan was traveling north. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The report lists no other injured persons.
16
SUV Hits E-Bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn▸Jul 16 - An SUV struck an e-bike on Dean Street. The cyclist suffered a leg injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets remain hazardous for those outside cars.
An SUV collided with an e-bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The 46-year-old male cyclist was injured, suffering pain and a leg injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was a contributing factor. The SUV's front end hit the e-bike's right front quarter panel. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but this was not listed as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the persistent dangers faced by cyclists and other vulnerable road users.
16
Sedan Strikes Child and Adult at 8th Avenue Intersection▸Jul 16 - A sedan hit a child and an adult crossing with the signal on 8th Avenue. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Impact was at the center front. The street did not protect them.
A sedan making a left turn on 8th Avenue struck a 3-year-old boy and a 38-year-old woman as they crossed with the signal at the intersection with 7th Street. Both pedestrians were injured—one in the head, one in the back—and experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The impact occurred at the center front of the sedan. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the pedestrians were crossing with the signal. Systemic danger remains for those on foot.
Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
""Here we are, once again gathering to mourn another preventable tragedy on our streets. But it doesn't have to be this way,"" -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
- Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes, BKReader, Published 2025-07-24
24
Mitaynes Backs Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Fixes▸Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
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Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes,
BKReader,
Published 2025-07-24
23
Avilés Demands Investment Against Harmful Third Avenue Delay▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"I am here to stand with our community again, to call for real investment, to call for real earnest movement forward, and to really address some of the challenges, because there are real tensions with what this corridor is used for. What it takes is real political will and real capital investment." -- Alexa Avilés
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
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After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
23
Gounardes Slams Delay as Harmful Backs Safety‑Boosting Plan▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"This is not meant to be a highway. This is where people walk. This is where people live. This is where kids go to school." -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
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After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
23
Mitaynes Backs Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Redesign Now▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"We’ve seen how data-driven street redesign saves lives. It’s time to bring those investments to Brooklyn, not in a few years, not eventually, but now. Safer streets are not a privilege, they are a right." -- Marcela Mitaynes
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
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After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
22
Sedan Driver Rear-Ends Cyclist on 7th Ave▸Jul 22 - The driver of a sedan rear-ended a 27-year-old bicyclist on southbound 7th Avenue. The rider suffered a contusion to the shoulder and upper arm and remained conscious. Police recorded Unsafe Speed and Following Too Closely.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 7th Avenue rear-ended a bicyclist going the same direction. The 27-year-old rider suffered a contusion to the shoulder and upper arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely.' Police list the bicycle's point of impact as center back end and note no damage recorded to the bike. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead. The report records the bicyclist as injured with a contusion. The police cited driver errors in the collision.
22
Improper Lane Use Injures Scooter Rider on Lorraine▸Jul 22 - Improper lane use on Lorraine Street left a scooter rider hurt. Chest abrasions marked the crash. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A crash on Lorraine Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn injured a 48-year-old scooter rider. According to the police report, the collision involved a bike and a standing scooter. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor. The scooter rider suffered chest abrasions but remained conscious. No other injuries were reported. Driver error—improper lane use—was the key factor cited by police.
21
Motorcycle Hits Turning Sedan on Sackett▸Jul 21 - Motorcycle struck the left side of a sedan as the sedan turned left on Sackett Street. The 22-year-old motorcyclist suffered a leg abrasion. Police recorded failure to yield and following too closely.
A motorcycle and a sedan collided on Sackett Street at Hicks Street in Brooklyn. The sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle traveled straight west. The motorcycle struck the sedan's left-side doors. The 22-year-old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the knee/lower leg/foot; the sedan driver was not reported injured. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Police recorded those driver errors as the contributing factors; no other contributing factors were listed.
19
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Three on Court Street▸Jul 19 - SUV and sedan collided on Court Street at Hamilton Avenue. Three people hurt. Passengers suffered back and shoulder injuries. No clear cause listed. Metal and bodies slammed. Brooklyn shook.
An SUV and a sedan collided at Court Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 34-year-old male driver, a 21-year-old female rear passenger, and a 30-year-old female rear passenger. Injuries included back pain, shoulder pain, and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash left metal twisted and passengers in pain.
18
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
-
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
18
Gounardes Backs Safety‑Boosting Stop Super Speeder Bill▸Jul 18 - Six speeding tickets. School zones. Gersh Kuntzman calls out Andrew Cuomo. Reckless driving from leaders puts lives at risk. Streets stay dangerous. No answers from Cuomo.
"if the state legislature had passed Sen. Andrew Gounardes's "Stop Super Speeder" bill, would have required Cuomo to get a speed limiter installed into his beloved Dodge." -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 18, 2025, journalist Gersh Kuntzman of Streetsblog NYC criticized former Governor Andrew Cuomo for racking up six speed-camera tickets in city school zones between March and June. Kuntzman wrote, 'That's objectively a horrendous record of reckless driving through city school zones.' He noted that if Sen. Andrew Gounardes's 'Stop Super Speeder' bill had passed, Cuomo would face a mandatory speed limiter. No council bill or committee action is involved. The safety analyst notes this is an individual’s behavior, not a policy change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
-
Friday’s Headlines: Cuomo’s Road Rage Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-18
17
Sedan Runs Signal, Ejects Cyclist on Hicks▸Jul 17 - The driver of a sedan ran a traffic control and struck a cyclist at Hicks and Congress. The 27-year-old man was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver.
The driver of a 2021 BMW sedan ran a traffic control and struck a bicyclist at Hicks Street and Congress Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was a contributing factor. The report notes the sedan's right front bumper struck the bike's left rear bumper while the bicyclist was traveling east and the sedan was traveling north. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The report lists no other injured persons.
16
SUV Hits E-Bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn▸Jul 16 - An SUV struck an e-bike on Dean Street. The cyclist suffered a leg injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets remain hazardous for those outside cars.
An SUV collided with an e-bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The 46-year-old male cyclist was injured, suffering pain and a leg injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was a contributing factor. The SUV's front end hit the e-bike's right front quarter panel. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but this was not listed as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the persistent dangers faced by cyclists and other vulnerable road users.
16
Sedan Strikes Child and Adult at 8th Avenue Intersection▸Jul 16 - A sedan hit a child and an adult crossing with the signal on 8th Avenue. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Impact was at the center front. The street did not protect them.
A sedan making a left turn on 8th Avenue struck a 3-year-old boy and a 38-year-old woman as they crossed with the signal at the intersection with 7th Street. Both pedestrians were injured—one in the head, one in the back—and experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The impact occurred at the center front of the sedan. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the pedestrians were crossing with the signal. Systemic danger remains for those on foot.
Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
- Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes, BKReader, Published 2025-07-24
23
Avilés Demands Investment Against Harmful Third Avenue Delay▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"I am here to stand with our community again, to call for real investment, to call for real earnest movement forward, and to really address some of the challenges, because there are real tensions with what this corridor is used for. What it takes is real political will and real capital investment." -- Alexa Avilés
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
23
Gounardes Slams Delay as Harmful Backs Safety‑Boosting Plan▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"This is not meant to be a highway. This is where people walk. This is where people live. This is where kids go to school." -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
23
Mitaynes Backs Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Redesign Now▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"We’ve seen how data-driven street redesign saves lives. It’s time to bring those investments to Brooklyn, not in a few years, not eventually, but now. Safer streets are not a privilege, they are a right." -- Marcela Mitaynes
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
22
Sedan Driver Rear-Ends Cyclist on 7th Ave▸Jul 22 - The driver of a sedan rear-ended a 27-year-old bicyclist on southbound 7th Avenue. The rider suffered a contusion to the shoulder and upper arm and remained conscious. Police recorded Unsafe Speed and Following Too Closely.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 7th Avenue rear-ended a bicyclist going the same direction. The 27-year-old rider suffered a contusion to the shoulder and upper arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely.' Police list the bicycle's point of impact as center back end and note no damage recorded to the bike. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead. The report records the bicyclist as injured with a contusion. The police cited driver errors in the collision.
22
Improper Lane Use Injures Scooter Rider on Lorraine▸Jul 22 - Improper lane use on Lorraine Street left a scooter rider hurt. Chest abrasions marked the crash. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A crash on Lorraine Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn injured a 48-year-old scooter rider. According to the police report, the collision involved a bike and a standing scooter. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor. The scooter rider suffered chest abrasions but remained conscious. No other injuries were reported. Driver error—improper lane use—was the key factor cited by police.
21
Motorcycle Hits Turning Sedan on Sackett▸Jul 21 - Motorcycle struck the left side of a sedan as the sedan turned left on Sackett Street. The 22-year-old motorcyclist suffered a leg abrasion. Police recorded failure to yield and following too closely.
A motorcycle and a sedan collided on Sackett Street at Hicks Street in Brooklyn. The sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle traveled straight west. The motorcycle struck the sedan's left-side doors. The 22-year-old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the knee/lower leg/foot; the sedan driver was not reported injured. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Police recorded those driver errors as the contributing factors; no other contributing factors were listed.
19
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Three on Court Street▸Jul 19 - SUV and sedan collided on Court Street at Hamilton Avenue. Three people hurt. Passengers suffered back and shoulder injuries. No clear cause listed. Metal and bodies slammed. Brooklyn shook.
An SUV and a sedan collided at Court Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 34-year-old male driver, a 21-year-old female rear passenger, and a 30-year-old female rear passenger. Injuries included back pain, shoulder pain, and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash left metal twisted and passengers in pain.
18
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
-
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
18
Gounardes Backs Safety‑Boosting Stop Super Speeder Bill▸Jul 18 - Six speeding tickets. School zones. Gersh Kuntzman calls out Andrew Cuomo. Reckless driving from leaders puts lives at risk. Streets stay dangerous. No answers from Cuomo.
"if the state legislature had passed Sen. Andrew Gounardes's "Stop Super Speeder" bill, would have required Cuomo to get a speed limiter installed into his beloved Dodge." -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 18, 2025, journalist Gersh Kuntzman of Streetsblog NYC criticized former Governor Andrew Cuomo for racking up six speed-camera tickets in city school zones between March and June. Kuntzman wrote, 'That's objectively a horrendous record of reckless driving through city school zones.' He noted that if Sen. Andrew Gounardes's 'Stop Super Speeder' bill had passed, Cuomo would face a mandatory speed limiter. No council bill or committee action is involved. The safety analyst notes this is an individual’s behavior, not a policy change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
-
Friday’s Headlines: Cuomo’s Road Rage Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-18
17
Sedan Runs Signal, Ejects Cyclist on Hicks▸Jul 17 - The driver of a sedan ran a traffic control and struck a cyclist at Hicks and Congress. The 27-year-old man was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver.
The driver of a 2021 BMW sedan ran a traffic control and struck a bicyclist at Hicks Street and Congress Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was a contributing factor. The report notes the sedan's right front bumper struck the bike's left rear bumper while the bicyclist was traveling east and the sedan was traveling north. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The report lists no other injured persons.
16
SUV Hits E-Bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn▸Jul 16 - An SUV struck an e-bike on Dean Street. The cyclist suffered a leg injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets remain hazardous for those outside cars.
An SUV collided with an e-bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The 46-year-old male cyclist was injured, suffering pain and a leg injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was a contributing factor. The SUV's front end hit the e-bike's right front quarter panel. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but this was not listed as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the persistent dangers faced by cyclists and other vulnerable road users.
16
Sedan Strikes Child and Adult at 8th Avenue Intersection▸Jul 16 - A sedan hit a child and an adult crossing with the signal on 8th Avenue. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Impact was at the center front. The street did not protect them.
A sedan making a left turn on 8th Avenue struck a 3-year-old boy and a 38-year-old woman as they crossed with the signal at the intersection with 7th Street. Both pedestrians were injured—one in the head, one in the back—and experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The impact occurred at the center front of the sedan. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the pedestrians were crossing with the signal. Systemic danger remains for those on foot.
Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"I am here to stand with our community again, to call for real investment, to call for real earnest movement forward, and to really address some of the challenges, because there are real tensions with what this corridor is used for. What it takes is real political will and real capital investment." -- Alexa Avilés
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
- After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan, Brooklyn Paper, Published 2025-07-23
23
Gounardes Slams Delay as Harmful Backs Safety‑Boosting Plan▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"This is not meant to be a highway. This is where people walk. This is where people live. This is where kids go to school." -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
23
Mitaynes Backs Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Redesign Now▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"We’ve seen how data-driven street redesign saves lives. It’s time to bring those investments to Brooklyn, not in a few years, not eventually, but now. Safer streets are not a privilege, they are a right." -- Marcela Mitaynes
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
22
Sedan Driver Rear-Ends Cyclist on 7th Ave▸Jul 22 - The driver of a sedan rear-ended a 27-year-old bicyclist on southbound 7th Avenue. The rider suffered a contusion to the shoulder and upper arm and remained conscious. Police recorded Unsafe Speed and Following Too Closely.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 7th Avenue rear-ended a bicyclist going the same direction. The 27-year-old rider suffered a contusion to the shoulder and upper arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely.' Police list the bicycle's point of impact as center back end and note no damage recorded to the bike. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead. The report records the bicyclist as injured with a contusion. The police cited driver errors in the collision.
22
Improper Lane Use Injures Scooter Rider on Lorraine▸Jul 22 - Improper lane use on Lorraine Street left a scooter rider hurt. Chest abrasions marked the crash. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A crash on Lorraine Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn injured a 48-year-old scooter rider. According to the police report, the collision involved a bike and a standing scooter. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor. The scooter rider suffered chest abrasions but remained conscious. No other injuries were reported. Driver error—improper lane use—was the key factor cited by police.
21
Motorcycle Hits Turning Sedan on Sackett▸Jul 21 - Motorcycle struck the left side of a sedan as the sedan turned left on Sackett Street. The 22-year-old motorcyclist suffered a leg abrasion. Police recorded failure to yield and following too closely.
A motorcycle and a sedan collided on Sackett Street at Hicks Street in Brooklyn. The sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle traveled straight west. The motorcycle struck the sedan's left-side doors. The 22-year-old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the knee/lower leg/foot; the sedan driver was not reported injured. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Police recorded those driver errors as the contributing factors; no other contributing factors were listed.
19
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Three on Court Street▸Jul 19 - SUV and sedan collided on Court Street at Hamilton Avenue. Three people hurt. Passengers suffered back and shoulder injuries. No clear cause listed. Metal and bodies slammed. Brooklyn shook.
An SUV and a sedan collided at Court Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 34-year-old male driver, a 21-year-old female rear passenger, and a 30-year-old female rear passenger. Injuries included back pain, shoulder pain, and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash left metal twisted and passengers in pain.
18
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
-
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
18
Gounardes Backs Safety‑Boosting Stop Super Speeder Bill▸Jul 18 - Six speeding tickets. School zones. Gersh Kuntzman calls out Andrew Cuomo. Reckless driving from leaders puts lives at risk. Streets stay dangerous. No answers from Cuomo.
"if the state legislature had passed Sen. Andrew Gounardes's "Stop Super Speeder" bill, would have required Cuomo to get a speed limiter installed into his beloved Dodge." -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 18, 2025, journalist Gersh Kuntzman of Streetsblog NYC criticized former Governor Andrew Cuomo for racking up six speed-camera tickets in city school zones between March and June. Kuntzman wrote, 'That's objectively a horrendous record of reckless driving through city school zones.' He noted that if Sen. Andrew Gounardes's 'Stop Super Speeder' bill had passed, Cuomo would face a mandatory speed limiter. No council bill or committee action is involved. The safety analyst notes this is an individual’s behavior, not a policy change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
-
Friday’s Headlines: Cuomo’s Road Rage Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-18
17
Sedan Runs Signal, Ejects Cyclist on Hicks▸Jul 17 - The driver of a sedan ran a traffic control and struck a cyclist at Hicks and Congress. The 27-year-old man was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver.
The driver of a 2021 BMW sedan ran a traffic control and struck a bicyclist at Hicks Street and Congress Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was a contributing factor. The report notes the sedan's right front bumper struck the bike's left rear bumper while the bicyclist was traveling east and the sedan was traveling north. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The report lists no other injured persons.
16
SUV Hits E-Bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn▸Jul 16 - An SUV struck an e-bike on Dean Street. The cyclist suffered a leg injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets remain hazardous for those outside cars.
An SUV collided with an e-bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The 46-year-old male cyclist was injured, suffering pain and a leg injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was a contributing factor. The SUV's front end hit the e-bike's right front quarter panel. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but this was not listed as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the persistent dangers faced by cyclists and other vulnerable road users.
16
Sedan Strikes Child and Adult at 8th Avenue Intersection▸Jul 16 - A sedan hit a child and an adult crossing with the signal on 8th Avenue. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Impact was at the center front. The street did not protect them.
A sedan making a left turn on 8th Avenue struck a 3-year-old boy and a 38-year-old woman as they crossed with the signal at the intersection with 7th Street. Both pedestrians were injured—one in the head, one in the back—and experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The impact occurred at the center front of the sedan. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the pedestrians were crossing with the signal. Systemic danger remains for those on foot.
Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"This is not meant to be a highway. This is where people walk. This is where people live. This is where kids go to school." -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
- After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan, Brooklyn Paper, Published 2025-07-23
23
Mitaynes Backs Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Redesign Now▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"We’ve seen how data-driven street redesign saves lives. It’s time to bring those investments to Brooklyn, not in a few years, not eventually, but now. Safer streets are not a privilege, they are a right." -- Marcela Mitaynes
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
22
Sedan Driver Rear-Ends Cyclist on 7th Ave▸Jul 22 - The driver of a sedan rear-ended a 27-year-old bicyclist on southbound 7th Avenue. The rider suffered a contusion to the shoulder and upper arm and remained conscious. Police recorded Unsafe Speed and Following Too Closely.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 7th Avenue rear-ended a bicyclist going the same direction. The 27-year-old rider suffered a contusion to the shoulder and upper arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely.' Police list the bicycle's point of impact as center back end and note no damage recorded to the bike. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead. The report records the bicyclist as injured with a contusion. The police cited driver errors in the collision.
22
Improper Lane Use Injures Scooter Rider on Lorraine▸Jul 22 - Improper lane use on Lorraine Street left a scooter rider hurt. Chest abrasions marked the crash. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A crash on Lorraine Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn injured a 48-year-old scooter rider. According to the police report, the collision involved a bike and a standing scooter. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor. The scooter rider suffered chest abrasions but remained conscious. No other injuries were reported. Driver error—improper lane use—was the key factor cited by police.
21
Motorcycle Hits Turning Sedan on Sackett▸Jul 21 - Motorcycle struck the left side of a sedan as the sedan turned left on Sackett Street. The 22-year-old motorcyclist suffered a leg abrasion. Police recorded failure to yield and following too closely.
A motorcycle and a sedan collided on Sackett Street at Hicks Street in Brooklyn. The sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle traveled straight west. The motorcycle struck the sedan's left-side doors. The 22-year-old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the knee/lower leg/foot; the sedan driver was not reported injured. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Police recorded those driver errors as the contributing factors; no other contributing factors were listed.
19
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Three on Court Street▸Jul 19 - SUV and sedan collided on Court Street at Hamilton Avenue. Three people hurt. Passengers suffered back and shoulder injuries. No clear cause listed. Metal and bodies slammed. Brooklyn shook.
An SUV and a sedan collided at Court Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 34-year-old male driver, a 21-year-old female rear passenger, and a 30-year-old female rear passenger. Injuries included back pain, shoulder pain, and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash left metal twisted and passengers in pain.
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Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
-
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
18
Gounardes Backs Safety‑Boosting Stop Super Speeder Bill▸Jul 18 - Six speeding tickets. School zones. Gersh Kuntzman calls out Andrew Cuomo. Reckless driving from leaders puts lives at risk. Streets stay dangerous. No answers from Cuomo.
"if the state legislature had passed Sen. Andrew Gounardes's "Stop Super Speeder" bill, would have required Cuomo to get a speed limiter installed into his beloved Dodge." -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 18, 2025, journalist Gersh Kuntzman of Streetsblog NYC criticized former Governor Andrew Cuomo for racking up six speed-camera tickets in city school zones between March and June. Kuntzman wrote, 'That's objectively a horrendous record of reckless driving through city school zones.' He noted that if Sen. Andrew Gounardes's 'Stop Super Speeder' bill had passed, Cuomo would face a mandatory speed limiter. No council bill or committee action is involved. The safety analyst notes this is an individual’s behavior, not a policy change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
-
Friday’s Headlines: Cuomo’s Road Rage Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-18
17
Sedan Runs Signal, Ejects Cyclist on Hicks▸Jul 17 - The driver of a sedan ran a traffic control and struck a cyclist at Hicks and Congress. The 27-year-old man was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver.
The driver of a 2021 BMW sedan ran a traffic control and struck a bicyclist at Hicks Street and Congress Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was a contributing factor. The report notes the sedan's right front bumper struck the bike's left rear bumper while the bicyclist was traveling east and the sedan was traveling north. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The report lists no other injured persons.
16
SUV Hits E-Bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn▸Jul 16 - An SUV struck an e-bike on Dean Street. The cyclist suffered a leg injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets remain hazardous for those outside cars.
An SUV collided with an e-bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The 46-year-old male cyclist was injured, suffering pain and a leg injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was a contributing factor. The SUV's front end hit the e-bike's right front quarter panel. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but this was not listed as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the persistent dangers faced by cyclists and other vulnerable road users.
16
Sedan Strikes Child and Adult at 8th Avenue Intersection▸Jul 16 - A sedan hit a child and an adult crossing with the signal on 8th Avenue. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Impact was at the center front. The street did not protect them.
A sedan making a left turn on 8th Avenue struck a 3-year-old boy and a 38-year-old woman as they crossed with the signal at the intersection with 7th Street. Both pedestrians were injured—one in the head, one in the back—and experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The impact occurred at the center front of the sedan. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the pedestrians were crossing with the signal. Systemic danger remains for those on foot.
Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"We’ve seen how data-driven street redesign saves lives. It’s time to bring those investments to Brooklyn, not in a few years, not eventually, but now. Safer streets are not a privilege, they are a right." -- Marcela Mitaynes
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
- After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan, Brooklyn Paper, Published 2025-07-23
22
Sedan Driver Rear-Ends Cyclist on 7th Ave▸Jul 22 - The driver of a sedan rear-ended a 27-year-old bicyclist on southbound 7th Avenue. The rider suffered a contusion to the shoulder and upper arm and remained conscious. Police recorded Unsafe Speed and Following Too Closely.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 7th Avenue rear-ended a bicyclist going the same direction. The 27-year-old rider suffered a contusion to the shoulder and upper arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely.' Police list the bicycle's point of impact as center back end and note no damage recorded to the bike. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead. The report records the bicyclist as injured with a contusion. The police cited driver errors in the collision.
22
Improper Lane Use Injures Scooter Rider on Lorraine▸Jul 22 - Improper lane use on Lorraine Street left a scooter rider hurt. Chest abrasions marked the crash. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A crash on Lorraine Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn injured a 48-year-old scooter rider. According to the police report, the collision involved a bike and a standing scooter. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor. The scooter rider suffered chest abrasions but remained conscious. No other injuries were reported. Driver error—improper lane use—was the key factor cited by police.
21
Motorcycle Hits Turning Sedan on Sackett▸Jul 21 - Motorcycle struck the left side of a sedan as the sedan turned left on Sackett Street. The 22-year-old motorcyclist suffered a leg abrasion. Police recorded failure to yield and following too closely.
A motorcycle and a sedan collided on Sackett Street at Hicks Street in Brooklyn. The sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle traveled straight west. The motorcycle struck the sedan's left-side doors. The 22-year-old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the knee/lower leg/foot; the sedan driver was not reported injured. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Police recorded those driver errors as the contributing factors; no other contributing factors were listed.
19
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Three on Court Street▸Jul 19 - SUV and sedan collided on Court Street at Hamilton Avenue. Three people hurt. Passengers suffered back and shoulder injuries. No clear cause listed. Metal and bodies slammed. Brooklyn shook.
An SUV and a sedan collided at Court Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 34-year-old male driver, a 21-year-old female rear passenger, and a 30-year-old female rear passenger. Injuries included back pain, shoulder pain, and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash left metal twisted and passengers in pain.
18
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
-
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
18
Gounardes Backs Safety‑Boosting Stop Super Speeder Bill▸Jul 18 - Six speeding tickets. School zones. Gersh Kuntzman calls out Andrew Cuomo. Reckless driving from leaders puts lives at risk. Streets stay dangerous. No answers from Cuomo.
"if the state legislature had passed Sen. Andrew Gounardes's "Stop Super Speeder" bill, would have required Cuomo to get a speed limiter installed into his beloved Dodge." -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 18, 2025, journalist Gersh Kuntzman of Streetsblog NYC criticized former Governor Andrew Cuomo for racking up six speed-camera tickets in city school zones between March and June. Kuntzman wrote, 'That's objectively a horrendous record of reckless driving through city school zones.' He noted that if Sen. Andrew Gounardes's 'Stop Super Speeder' bill had passed, Cuomo would face a mandatory speed limiter. No council bill or committee action is involved. The safety analyst notes this is an individual’s behavior, not a policy change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
-
Friday’s Headlines: Cuomo’s Road Rage Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-18
17
Sedan Runs Signal, Ejects Cyclist on Hicks▸Jul 17 - The driver of a sedan ran a traffic control and struck a cyclist at Hicks and Congress. The 27-year-old man was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver.
The driver of a 2021 BMW sedan ran a traffic control and struck a bicyclist at Hicks Street and Congress Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was a contributing factor. The report notes the sedan's right front bumper struck the bike's left rear bumper while the bicyclist was traveling east and the sedan was traveling north. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The report lists no other injured persons.
16
SUV Hits E-Bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn▸Jul 16 - An SUV struck an e-bike on Dean Street. The cyclist suffered a leg injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets remain hazardous for those outside cars.
An SUV collided with an e-bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The 46-year-old male cyclist was injured, suffering pain and a leg injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was a contributing factor. The SUV's front end hit the e-bike's right front quarter panel. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but this was not listed as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the persistent dangers faced by cyclists and other vulnerable road users.
16
Sedan Strikes Child and Adult at 8th Avenue Intersection▸Jul 16 - A sedan hit a child and an adult crossing with the signal on 8th Avenue. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Impact was at the center front. The street did not protect them.
A sedan making a left turn on 8th Avenue struck a 3-year-old boy and a 38-year-old woman as they crossed with the signal at the intersection with 7th Street. Both pedestrians were injured—one in the head, one in the back—and experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The impact occurred at the center front of the sedan. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the pedestrians were crossing with the signal. Systemic danger remains for those on foot.
Jul 22 - The driver of a sedan rear-ended a 27-year-old bicyclist on southbound 7th Avenue. The rider suffered a contusion to the shoulder and upper arm and remained conscious. Police recorded Unsafe Speed and Following Too Closely.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 7th Avenue rear-ended a bicyclist going the same direction. The 27-year-old rider suffered a contusion to the shoulder and upper arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely.' Police list the bicycle's point of impact as center back end and note no damage recorded to the bike. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead. The report records the bicyclist as injured with a contusion. The police cited driver errors in the collision.
22
Improper Lane Use Injures Scooter Rider on Lorraine▸Jul 22 - Improper lane use on Lorraine Street left a scooter rider hurt. Chest abrasions marked the crash. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A crash on Lorraine Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn injured a 48-year-old scooter rider. According to the police report, the collision involved a bike and a standing scooter. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor. The scooter rider suffered chest abrasions but remained conscious. No other injuries were reported. Driver error—improper lane use—was the key factor cited by police.
21
Motorcycle Hits Turning Sedan on Sackett▸Jul 21 - Motorcycle struck the left side of a sedan as the sedan turned left on Sackett Street. The 22-year-old motorcyclist suffered a leg abrasion. Police recorded failure to yield and following too closely.
A motorcycle and a sedan collided on Sackett Street at Hicks Street in Brooklyn. The sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle traveled straight west. The motorcycle struck the sedan's left-side doors. The 22-year-old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the knee/lower leg/foot; the sedan driver was not reported injured. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Police recorded those driver errors as the contributing factors; no other contributing factors were listed.
19
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Three on Court Street▸Jul 19 - SUV and sedan collided on Court Street at Hamilton Avenue. Three people hurt. Passengers suffered back and shoulder injuries. No clear cause listed. Metal and bodies slammed. Brooklyn shook.
An SUV and a sedan collided at Court Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 34-year-old male driver, a 21-year-old female rear passenger, and a 30-year-old female rear passenger. Injuries included back pain, shoulder pain, and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash left metal twisted and passengers in pain.
18
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
-
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
18
Gounardes Backs Safety‑Boosting Stop Super Speeder Bill▸Jul 18 - Six speeding tickets. School zones. Gersh Kuntzman calls out Andrew Cuomo. Reckless driving from leaders puts lives at risk. Streets stay dangerous. No answers from Cuomo.
"if the state legislature had passed Sen. Andrew Gounardes's "Stop Super Speeder" bill, would have required Cuomo to get a speed limiter installed into his beloved Dodge." -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 18, 2025, journalist Gersh Kuntzman of Streetsblog NYC criticized former Governor Andrew Cuomo for racking up six speed-camera tickets in city school zones between March and June. Kuntzman wrote, 'That's objectively a horrendous record of reckless driving through city school zones.' He noted that if Sen. Andrew Gounardes's 'Stop Super Speeder' bill had passed, Cuomo would face a mandatory speed limiter. No council bill or committee action is involved. The safety analyst notes this is an individual’s behavior, not a policy change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
-
Friday’s Headlines: Cuomo’s Road Rage Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-18
17
Sedan Runs Signal, Ejects Cyclist on Hicks▸Jul 17 - The driver of a sedan ran a traffic control and struck a cyclist at Hicks and Congress. The 27-year-old man was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver.
The driver of a 2021 BMW sedan ran a traffic control and struck a bicyclist at Hicks Street and Congress Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was a contributing factor. The report notes the sedan's right front bumper struck the bike's left rear bumper while the bicyclist was traveling east and the sedan was traveling north. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The report lists no other injured persons.
16
SUV Hits E-Bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn▸Jul 16 - An SUV struck an e-bike on Dean Street. The cyclist suffered a leg injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets remain hazardous for those outside cars.
An SUV collided with an e-bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The 46-year-old male cyclist was injured, suffering pain and a leg injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was a contributing factor. The SUV's front end hit the e-bike's right front quarter panel. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but this was not listed as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the persistent dangers faced by cyclists and other vulnerable road users.
16
Sedan Strikes Child and Adult at 8th Avenue Intersection▸Jul 16 - A sedan hit a child and an adult crossing with the signal on 8th Avenue. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Impact was at the center front. The street did not protect them.
A sedan making a left turn on 8th Avenue struck a 3-year-old boy and a 38-year-old woman as they crossed with the signal at the intersection with 7th Street. Both pedestrians were injured—one in the head, one in the back—and experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The impact occurred at the center front of the sedan. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the pedestrians were crossing with the signal. Systemic danger remains for those on foot.
Jul 22 - Improper lane use on Lorraine Street left a scooter rider hurt. Chest abrasions marked the crash. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A crash on Lorraine Street at Henry Street in Brooklyn injured a 48-year-old scooter rider. According to the police report, the collision involved a bike and a standing scooter. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor. The scooter rider suffered chest abrasions but remained conscious. No other injuries were reported. Driver error—improper lane use—was the key factor cited by police.
21
Motorcycle Hits Turning Sedan on Sackett▸Jul 21 - Motorcycle struck the left side of a sedan as the sedan turned left on Sackett Street. The 22-year-old motorcyclist suffered a leg abrasion. Police recorded failure to yield and following too closely.
A motorcycle and a sedan collided on Sackett Street at Hicks Street in Brooklyn. The sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle traveled straight west. The motorcycle struck the sedan's left-side doors. The 22-year-old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the knee/lower leg/foot; the sedan driver was not reported injured. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Police recorded those driver errors as the contributing factors; no other contributing factors were listed.
19
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Three on Court Street▸Jul 19 - SUV and sedan collided on Court Street at Hamilton Avenue. Three people hurt. Passengers suffered back and shoulder injuries. No clear cause listed. Metal and bodies slammed. Brooklyn shook.
An SUV and a sedan collided at Court Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 34-year-old male driver, a 21-year-old female rear passenger, and a 30-year-old female rear passenger. Injuries included back pain, shoulder pain, and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash left metal twisted and passengers in pain.
18
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
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Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
18
Gounardes Backs Safety‑Boosting Stop Super Speeder Bill▸Jul 18 - Six speeding tickets. School zones. Gersh Kuntzman calls out Andrew Cuomo. Reckless driving from leaders puts lives at risk. Streets stay dangerous. No answers from Cuomo.
"if the state legislature had passed Sen. Andrew Gounardes's "Stop Super Speeder" bill, would have required Cuomo to get a speed limiter installed into his beloved Dodge." -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 18, 2025, journalist Gersh Kuntzman of Streetsblog NYC criticized former Governor Andrew Cuomo for racking up six speed-camera tickets in city school zones between March and June. Kuntzman wrote, 'That's objectively a horrendous record of reckless driving through city school zones.' He noted that if Sen. Andrew Gounardes's 'Stop Super Speeder' bill had passed, Cuomo would face a mandatory speed limiter. No council bill or committee action is involved. The safety analyst notes this is an individual’s behavior, not a policy change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
-
Friday’s Headlines: Cuomo’s Road Rage Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-18
17
Sedan Runs Signal, Ejects Cyclist on Hicks▸Jul 17 - The driver of a sedan ran a traffic control and struck a cyclist at Hicks and Congress. The 27-year-old man was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver.
The driver of a 2021 BMW sedan ran a traffic control and struck a bicyclist at Hicks Street and Congress Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was a contributing factor. The report notes the sedan's right front bumper struck the bike's left rear bumper while the bicyclist was traveling east and the sedan was traveling north. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The report lists no other injured persons.
16
SUV Hits E-Bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn▸Jul 16 - An SUV struck an e-bike on Dean Street. The cyclist suffered a leg injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets remain hazardous for those outside cars.
An SUV collided with an e-bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The 46-year-old male cyclist was injured, suffering pain and a leg injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was a contributing factor. The SUV's front end hit the e-bike's right front quarter panel. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but this was not listed as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the persistent dangers faced by cyclists and other vulnerable road users.
16
Sedan Strikes Child and Adult at 8th Avenue Intersection▸Jul 16 - A sedan hit a child and an adult crossing with the signal on 8th Avenue. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Impact was at the center front. The street did not protect them.
A sedan making a left turn on 8th Avenue struck a 3-year-old boy and a 38-year-old woman as they crossed with the signal at the intersection with 7th Street. Both pedestrians were injured—one in the head, one in the back—and experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The impact occurred at the center front of the sedan. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the pedestrians were crossing with the signal. Systemic danger remains for those on foot.
Jul 21 - Motorcycle struck the left side of a sedan as the sedan turned left on Sackett Street. The 22-year-old motorcyclist suffered a leg abrasion. Police recorded failure to yield and following too closely.
A motorcycle and a sedan collided on Sackett Street at Hicks Street in Brooklyn. The sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle traveled straight west. The motorcycle struck the sedan's left-side doors. The 22-year-old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the knee/lower leg/foot; the sedan driver was not reported injured. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Police recorded those driver errors as the contributing factors; no other contributing factors were listed.
19
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Three on Court Street▸Jul 19 - SUV and sedan collided on Court Street at Hamilton Avenue. Three people hurt. Passengers suffered back and shoulder injuries. No clear cause listed. Metal and bodies slammed. Brooklyn shook.
An SUV and a sedan collided at Court Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 34-year-old male driver, a 21-year-old female rear passenger, and a 30-year-old female rear passenger. Injuries included back pain, shoulder pain, and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash left metal twisted and passengers in pain.
18
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
-
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
18
Gounardes Backs Safety‑Boosting Stop Super Speeder Bill▸Jul 18 - Six speeding tickets. School zones. Gersh Kuntzman calls out Andrew Cuomo. Reckless driving from leaders puts lives at risk. Streets stay dangerous. No answers from Cuomo.
"if the state legislature had passed Sen. Andrew Gounardes's "Stop Super Speeder" bill, would have required Cuomo to get a speed limiter installed into his beloved Dodge." -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 18, 2025, journalist Gersh Kuntzman of Streetsblog NYC criticized former Governor Andrew Cuomo for racking up six speed-camera tickets in city school zones between March and June. Kuntzman wrote, 'That's objectively a horrendous record of reckless driving through city school zones.' He noted that if Sen. Andrew Gounardes's 'Stop Super Speeder' bill had passed, Cuomo would face a mandatory speed limiter. No council bill or committee action is involved. The safety analyst notes this is an individual’s behavior, not a policy change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
-
Friday’s Headlines: Cuomo’s Road Rage Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-18
17
Sedan Runs Signal, Ejects Cyclist on Hicks▸Jul 17 - The driver of a sedan ran a traffic control and struck a cyclist at Hicks and Congress. The 27-year-old man was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver.
The driver of a 2021 BMW sedan ran a traffic control and struck a bicyclist at Hicks Street and Congress Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was a contributing factor. The report notes the sedan's right front bumper struck the bike's left rear bumper while the bicyclist was traveling east and the sedan was traveling north. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The report lists no other injured persons.
16
SUV Hits E-Bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn▸Jul 16 - An SUV struck an e-bike on Dean Street. The cyclist suffered a leg injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets remain hazardous for those outside cars.
An SUV collided with an e-bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The 46-year-old male cyclist was injured, suffering pain and a leg injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was a contributing factor. The SUV's front end hit the e-bike's right front quarter panel. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but this was not listed as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the persistent dangers faced by cyclists and other vulnerable road users.
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Sedan Strikes Child and Adult at 8th Avenue Intersection▸Jul 16 - A sedan hit a child and an adult crossing with the signal on 8th Avenue. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Impact was at the center front. The street did not protect them.
A sedan making a left turn on 8th Avenue struck a 3-year-old boy and a 38-year-old woman as they crossed with the signal at the intersection with 7th Street. Both pedestrians were injured—one in the head, one in the back—and experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The impact occurred at the center front of the sedan. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the pedestrians were crossing with the signal. Systemic danger remains for those on foot.
Jul 19 - SUV and sedan collided on Court Street at Hamilton Avenue. Three people hurt. Passengers suffered back and shoulder injuries. No clear cause listed. Metal and bodies slammed. Brooklyn shook.
An SUV and a sedan collided at Court Street and Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 34-year-old male driver, a 21-year-old female rear passenger, and a 30-year-old female rear passenger. Injuries included back pain, shoulder pain, and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash left metal twisted and passengers in pain.
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Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
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Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
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Gounardes Backs Safety‑Boosting Stop Super Speeder Bill▸Jul 18 - Six speeding tickets. School zones. Gersh Kuntzman calls out Andrew Cuomo. Reckless driving from leaders puts lives at risk. Streets stay dangerous. No answers from Cuomo.
"if the state legislature had passed Sen. Andrew Gounardes's "Stop Super Speeder" bill, would have required Cuomo to get a speed limiter installed into his beloved Dodge." -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 18, 2025, journalist Gersh Kuntzman of Streetsblog NYC criticized former Governor Andrew Cuomo for racking up six speed-camera tickets in city school zones between March and June. Kuntzman wrote, 'That's objectively a horrendous record of reckless driving through city school zones.' He noted that if Sen. Andrew Gounardes's 'Stop Super Speeder' bill had passed, Cuomo would face a mandatory speed limiter. No council bill or committee action is involved. The safety analyst notes this is an individual’s behavior, not a policy change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
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Friday’s Headlines: Cuomo’s Road Rage Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-18
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Sedan Runs Signal, Ejects Cyclist on Hicks▸Jul 17 - The driver of a sedan ran a traffic control and struck a cyclist at Hicks and Congress. The 27-year-old man was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver.
The driver of a 2021 BMW sedan ran a traffic control and struck a bicyclist at Hicks Street and Congress Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was a contributing factor. The report notes the sedan's right front bumper struck the bike's left rear bumper while the bicyclist was traveling east and the sedan was traveling north. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The report lists no other injured persons.
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SUV Hits E-Bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn▸Jul 16 - An SUV struck an e-bike on Dean Street. The cyclist suffered a leg injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets remain hazardous for those outside cars.
An SUV collided with an e-bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The 46-year-old male cyclist was injured, suffering pain and a leg injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was a contributing factor. The SUV's front end hit the e-bike's right front quarter panel. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but this was not listed as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the persistent dangers faced by cyclists and other vulnerable road users.
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Sedan Strikes Child and Adult at 8th Avenue Intersection▸Jul 16 - A sedan hit a child and an adult crossing with the signal on 8th Avenue. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Impact was at the center front. The street did not protect them.
A sedan making a left turn on 8th Avenue struck a 3-year-old boy and a 38-year-old woman as they crossed with the signal at the intersection with 7th Street. Both pedestrians were injured—one in the head, one in the back—and experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The impact occurred at the center front of the sedan. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the pedestrians were crossing with the signal. Systemic danger remains for those on foot.
Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
- Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-18
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Gounardes Backs Safety‑Boosting Stop Super Speeder Bill▸Jul 18 - Six speeding tickets. School zones. Gersh Kuntzman calls out Andrew Cuomo. Reckless driving from leaders puts lives at risk. Streets stay dangerous. No answers from Cuomo.
"if the state legislature had passed Sen. Andrew Gounardes's "Stop Super Speeder" bill, would have required Cuomo to get a speed limiter installed into his beloved Dodge." -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 18, 2025, journalist Gersh Kuntzman of Streetsblog NYC criticized former Governor Andrew Cuomo for racking up six speed-camera tickets in city school zones between March and June. Kuntzman wrote, 'That's objectively a horrendous record of reckless driving through city school zones.' He noted that if Sen. Andrew Gounardes's 'Stop Super Speeder' bill had passed, Cuomo would face a mandatory speed limiter. No council bill or committee action is involved. The safety analyst notes this is an individual’s behavior, not a policy change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
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Friday’s Headlines: Cuomo’s Road Rage Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-18
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Sedan Runs Signal, Ejects Cyclist on Hicks▸Jul 17 - The driver of a sedan ran a traffic control and struck a cyclist at Hicks and Congress. The 27-year-old man was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver.
The driver of a 2021 BMW sedan ran a traffic control and struck a bicyclist at Hicks Street and Congress Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was a contributing factor. The report notes the sedan's right front bumper struck the bike's left rear bumper while the bicyclist was traveling east and the sedan was traveling north. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The report lists no other injured persons.
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SUV Hits E-Bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn▸Jul 16 - An SUV struck an e-bike on Dean Street. The cyclist suffered a leg injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets remain hazardous for those outside cars.
An SUV collided with an e-bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The 46-year-old male cyclist was injured, suffering pain and a leg injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was a contributing factor. The SUV's front end hit the e-bike's right front quarter panel. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but this was not listed as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the persistent dangers faced by cyclists and other vulnerable road users.
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Sedan Strikes Child and Adult at 8th Avenue Intersection▸Jul 16 - A sedan hit a child and an adult crossing with the signal on 8th Avenue. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Impact was at the center front. The street did not protect them.
A sedan making a left turn on 8th Avenue struck a 3-year-old boy and a 38-year-old woman as they crossed with the signal at the intersection with 7th Street. Both pedestrians were injured—one in the head, one in the back—and experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The impact occurred at the center front of the sedan. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the pedestrians were crossing with the signal. Systemic danger remains for those on foot.
Jul 18 - Six speeding tickets. School zones. Gersh Kuntzman calls out Andrew Cuomo. Reckless driving from leaders puts lives at risk. Streets stay dangerous. No answers from Cuomo.
"if the state legislature had passed Sen. Andrew Gounardes's "Stop Super Speeder" bill, would have required Cuomo to get a speed limiter installed into his beloved Dodge." -- Andrew Gounardes
On July 18, 2025, journalist Gersh Kuntzman of Streetsblog NYC criticized former Governor Andrew Cuomo for racking up six speed-camera tickets in city school zones between March and June. Kuntzman wrote, 'That's objectively a horrendous record of reckless driving through city school zones.' He noted that if Sen. Andrew Gounardes's 'Stop Super Speeder' bill had passed, Cuomo would face a mandatory speed limiter. No council bill or committee action is involved. The safety analyst notes this is an individual’s behavior, not a policy change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
- Friday’s Headlines: Cuomo’s Road Rage Edition, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-18
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Sedan Runs Signal, Ejects Cyclist on Hicks▸Jul 17 - The driver of a sedan ran a traffic control and struck a cyclist at Hicks and Congress. The 27-year-old man was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver.
The driver of a 2021 BMW sedan ran a traffic control and struck a bicyclist at Hicks Street and Congress Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was a contributing factor. The report notes the sedan's right front bumper struck the bike's left rear bumper while the bicyclist was traveling east and the sedan was traveling north. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The report lists no other injured persons.
16
SUV Hits E-Bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn▸Jul 16 - An SUV struck an e-bike on Dean Street. The cyclist suffered a leg injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets remain hazardous for those outside cars.
An SUV collided with an e-bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The 46-year-old male cyclist was injured, suffering pain and a leg injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was a contributing factor. The SUV's front end hit the e-bike's right front quarter panel. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but this was not listed as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the persistent dangers faced by cyclists and other vulnerable road users.
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Sedan Strikes Child and Adult at 8th Avenue Intersection▸Jul 16 - A sedan hit a child and an adult crossing with the signal on 8th Avenue. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Impact was at the center front. The street did not protect them.
A sedan making a left turn on 8th Avenue struck a 3-year-old boy and a 38-year-old woman as they crossed with the signal at the intersection with 7th Street. Both pedestrians were injured—one in the head, one in the back—and experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The impact occurred at the center front of the sedan. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the pedestrians were crossing with the signal. Systemic danger remains for those on foot.
Jul 17 - The driver of a sedan ran a traffic control and struck a cyclist at Hicks and Congress. The 27-year-old man was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver.
The driver of a 2021 BMW sedan ran a traffic control and struck a bicyclist at Hicks Street and Congress Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was a contributing factor. The report notes the sedan's right front bumper struck the bike's left rear bumper while the bicyclist was traveling east and the sedan was traveling north. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The report lists no other injured persons.
16
SUV Hits E-Bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn▸Jul 16 - An SUV struck an e-bike on Dean Street. The cyclist suffered a leg injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets remain hazardous for those outside cars.
An SUV collided with an e-bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The 46-year-old male cyclist was injured, suffering pain and a leg injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was a contributing factor. The SUV's front end hit the e-bike's right front quarter panel. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but this was not listed as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the persistent dangers faced by cyclists and other vulnerable road users.
16
Sedan Strikes Child and Adult at 8th Avenue Intersection▸Jul 16 - A sedan hit a child and an adult crossing with the signal on 8th Avenue. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Impact was at the center front. The street did not protect them.
A sedan making a left turn on 8th Avenue struck a 3-year-old boy and a 38-year-old woman as they crossed with the signal at the intersection with 7th Street. Both pedestrians were injured—one in the head, one in the back—and experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The impact occurred at the center front of the sedan. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the pedestrians were crossing with the signal. Systemic danger remains for those on foot.
Jul 16 - An SUV struck an e-bike on Dean Street. The cyclist suffered a leg injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets remain hazardous for those outside cars.
An SUV collided with an e-bike on Dean Street in Brooklyn. The 46-year-old male cyclist was injured, suffering pain and a leg injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was a contributing factor. The SUV's front end hit the e-bike's right front quarter panel. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. No helmet use was noted for the cyclist, but this was not listed as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the persistent dangers faced by cyclists and other vulnerable road users.
16
Sedan Strikes Child and Adult at 8th Avenue Intersection▸Jul 16 - A sedan hit a child and an adult crossing with the signal on 8th Avenue. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Impact was at the center front. The street did not protect them.
A sedan making a left turn on 8th Avenue struck a 3-year-old boy and a 38-year-old woman as they crossed with the signal at the intersection with 7th Street. Both pedestrians were injured—one in the head, one in the back—and experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The impact occurred at the center front of the sedan. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the pedestrians were crossing with the signal. Systemic danger remains for those on foot.
Jul 16 - A sedan hit a child and an adult crossing with the signal on 8th Avenue. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Impact was at the center front. The street did not protect them.
A sedan making a left turn on 8th Avenue struck a 3-year-old boy and a 38-year-old woman as they crossed with the signal at the intersection with 7th Street. Both pedestrians were injured—one in the head, one in the back—and experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The impact occurred at the center front of the sedan. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the pedestrians were crossing with the signal. Systemic danger remains for those on foot.