Oct 19 - A sedan backing into a parked position struck a bicyclist traveling north on Kane Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injuries. The sedan showed no damage. The bicyclist remained conscious and was not ejected.

According to the police report, a 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a sedan backing unsafely into a parked position on Kane Street collided with him. The bicyclist was traveling straight ahead when the sedan hit his left side doors. The cyclist sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg but was conscious and not ejected. The sedan, occupied by three licensed drivers, showed no damage. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the primary driver error contributing to the crash. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor but does not specify further.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4574374 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Oct 17 - A driver turned left on Columbia Street and hit a man crossing with the signal. The crash broke and dislocated the pedestrian’s leg and foot. Driver inattention and improper turning caused the impact.

According to the police report, a 36-year-old pedestrian was crossing Columbia Street at Sackett Street with the signal when a vehicle making a left turn struck him with its left front bumper. The man suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver’s errors as "Turning Improperly" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and was not at fault. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash left the pedestrian with serious lower limb injuries.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4574016 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Oct 12 - City officials cut the ribbon on a new two-way protected bike lane on Schermerhorn Street. Cyclists now ride behind parked cars, shielded from traffic. Councilmember Lincoln Restler pushed for the overhaul after years of crashes and blocked lanes. Safety comes first.

On October 12, 2022, the Department of Transportation opened a fortified, two-way protected bike lane on Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn’s District 33. The project, championed by Councilmember Lincoln Restler, followed years of complaints about blocked, unprotected lanes and frequent crashes. The matter, described as a 'complete transformation of the look and feel of the corridor,' converted Schermerhorn from a chaotic two-way street to a one-way with parking-protected bike lanes. Restler, who once failed to ride the stretch without leaving the lane due to illegal parking, called the redesign 'real safety in downtown Brooklyn.' DOT data shows 29 cyclists injured and one killed on this stretch since 2012. The overhaul separates cyclists from moving vehicles, reducing risk for Brooklyn’s most vulnerable road users.

• DOT cuts ribbon on newly fortified Schermerhorn Street bike lane, amny.com, Published 2022-10-12

Oct 12 - Officials cut the ribbon on a fortified, two-way bike lane on Schermerhorn Street. Cyclists now ride behind parked cars, shielded from traffic. The old, chaotic street saw 29 cyclist injuries and one death. Councilmember Restler pushed for this change.

On October 12, 2022, the Department of Transportation held a ribbon-cutting for the new protected bike lane on Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn's District 33. The overhaul converted the street to one-way eastbound and installed a two-way, parking-protected bike lane. The matter summary reads: 'DOT cuts ribbon on newly fortified Schermerhorn Street bike lane.' Councilmember Lincoln Restler, who championed the redesign, attended the event and called it 'a great friggin day for Brooklyn.' The old lanes were unprotected and blocked by double-parked cars, forcing cyclists into traffic. Since 2012, 29 cyclists have been injured and one killed along this stretch. The new design separates cyclists from vehicles, aiming to end the danger that plagued this busy corridor.

• DOT cuts ribbon on newly fortified Schermerhorn Street bike lane, amny.com, Published 2022-10-12

Oct 12 - City officials cut the ribbon on a new two-way protected bike lane on Schermerhorn Street. Cyclists now ride behind parked cars, shielded from traffic. Councilmember Lincoln Restler pushed for the overhaul after years of crashes and blocked lanes. Safety comes first.

On October 12, 2022, the Department of Transportation opened a fortified, two-way protected bike lane on Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn’s District 33. The project, championed by Councilmember Lincoln Restler, followed years of complaints about blocked, unprotected lanes and frequent crashes. The matter, described as a 'complete transformation of the look and feel of the corridor,' converted Schermerhorn from a chaotic two-way street to a one-way with parking-protected bike lanes. Restler, who once failed to ride the stretch without leaving the lane due to illegal parking, called the redesign 'real safety in downtown Brooklyn.' DOT data shows 29 cyclists injured and one killed on this stretch since 2012. The overhaul separates cyclists from moving vehicles, reducing risk for Brooklyn’s most vulnerable road users.

• DOT cuts ribbon on newly fortified Schermerhorn Street bike lane, amny.com, Published 2022-10-12

Oct 12 - Officials cut the ribbon on a fortified, two-way bike lane on Schermerhorn Street. Cyclists now ride behind parked cars, shielded from traffic. The old, chaotic street saw 29 cyclist injuries and one death. Councilmember Restler pushed for this change.

On October 12, 2022, the Department of Transportation held a ribbon-cutting for the new protected bike lane on Schermerhorn Street in Brooklyn's District 33. The overhaul converted the street to one-way eastbound and installed a two-way, parking-protected bike lane. The matter summary reads: 'DOT cuts ribbon on newly fortified Schermerhorn Street bike lane.' Councilmember Lincoln Restler, who championed the redesign, attended the event and called it 'a great friggin day for Brooklyn.' The old lanes were unprotected and blocked by double-parked cars, forcing cyclists into traffic. Since 2012, 29 cyclists have been injured and one killed along this stretch. The new design separates cyclists from vehicles, aiming to end the danger that plagued this busy corridor.

• DOT cuts ribbon on newly fortified Schermerhorn Street bike lane, amny.com, Published 2022-10-12

Oct 11 - A 24-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries in Brooklyn. The SUV driver made a left turn and struck the cyclist traveling west. Both drivers were distracted. The cyclist sustained bruises and was conscious after the crash.

According to the police report, a 24-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected when a 2008 Jeep SUV made a left turn on 9 Street in Brooklyn and collided with him. The bicyclist was traveling westbound, and the SUV was heading north. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers, along with improper passing or lane usage by the bicyclist. The bicyclist suffered a head injury and contusions but remained conscious. The report does not indicate any helmet use or other safety equipment as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4572188 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Oct 9 - A 24-year-old woman was hit by an SUV while crossing Court Street with the signal. The impact struck her hip and upper leg, causing abrasions and shock. The driver made a right turn and collided with the pedestrian at the intersection.

According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Court Street at an intersection with the signal. The driver, a licensed male from New Jersey, was operating a 2018 Honda SUV traveling northwest and making a right turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her hip and upper leg and was in shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond the collision itself. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4573522 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Oct 6 - A 47-year-old man on an e-scooter was ejected and injured on Smith Street in Brooklyn. A sedan making a right turn struck the scooter’s front. The rider suffered arm injuries and shock. Police cited driver distraction as a factor.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Smith Street in Brooklyn involving an e-scooter and a sedan. The e-scooter driver, a 47-year-old man, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan was making a right turn when it struck the e-scooter at the center front end, impacting the right side doors of the sedan. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The injured rider was wearing a helmet. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling north. The e-scooter driver was going straight ahead. No other contributing factors were specified.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4570873 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Oct 6 - A box truck struck a sedan merging north on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries. The truck driver’s view was obstructed. Both vehicles showed damage on their right front and left side panels.

According to the police report, a box truck traveling west on Atlantic Avenue collided with a sedan merging north. The sedan driver, a 46-year-old man, was injured with upper arm and shoulder pain and experienced shock. The report lists 'Passing Too Closely' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The truck driver’s limited view likely played a role in the crash. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. Damage was reported on the truck’s right front bumper and the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The collision occurred near Clinton Street in Brooklyn’s 11201 zip code.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4571403 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 28 - A 38-year-old man working in the roadway was struck by a power shovel traveling east on Van Dyke Street. The impact hit the pedestrian’s abdomen and pelvis. The pedestrian was conscious but suffered internal injuries. The vehicle showed no damage.

According to the police report, a power shovel driven by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead eastbound on Van Dyke Street. The pedestrian, a 38-year-old man working in the roadway and not at an intersection, was struck by the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his abdomen and pelvis and remained conscious after the collision. The report lists "Other Vehicular" as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. The vehicle sustained no damage. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4568711 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 28 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries. The driver was following too closely. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious after the crash.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 5 Avenue rear-ended a bicyclist also moving south. The bicyclist, a 32-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash. The sedan's point of impact was the right front bumper, hitting the center back end of the bike. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet and remained conscious after the collision. No other contributing factors were specified. The driver’s failure to maintain a safe distance caused the crash and injuries.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4569148 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 26 - A bus turned left on Columbia. The driver was distracted. The bumper struck a woman crossing with the light. Her body was crushed. She stayed conscious. The bus rolled on, untouched. The street swallowed her pain.

A 44-year-old woman was struck and injured by a bus at the corner of Columbia Street and Lorraine Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the bus turned left while the woman crossed with the signal. The report states, “The bumper struck her full. Her body crushed, her mind awake.” The pedestrian suffered crush injuries to her entire body but remained conscious. The driver, a 41-year-old man, was listed as distracted at the time of the crash. The police report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The bus sustained no damage. The pedestrian was following the signal when she was hit.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4570875 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 24 - A sedan struck a bicyclist traveling south on Van Brunt Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a head contusion and shock but was not ejected. The sedan showed no damage. Both were moving straight ahead at impact.

According to the police report, a 35-year-old female bicyclist wearing a helmet was injured when a 2016 Ford sedan collided with her on Van Brunt Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist sustained a head contusion and was in shock. Both vehicles were traveling south and going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the sedan's right front quarter panel and the bike's left side doors. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was damaged on the left side doors. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and was wearing a helmet.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4567418 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 22 - A sedan made a left turn in Brooklyn and hit a bicyclist riding east. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver was distracted and turned improperly. The cyclist wore no safety gear.

According to the police report, a 28-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a sedan making a left turn struck him while he was traveling straight eastbound on 3rd Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and improper turning as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck the right front quarter panel of the bike. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver was licensed and distracted at the time of the crash. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and improper turning maneuvers in interactions with vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4567268 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 22 - Brooklyn leaders stood outside Borough Hall. They demanded congestion pricing. They want fewer cars, cleaner air, safer streets. Council Member Lincoln Restler called it sweeping. He pushed for limited exemptions. The rally came as public comment closed. Pressure mounts for federal approval.

On September 22, 2022, Council Member Lincoln Restler (District 33) joined Brooklyn officials at a rally supporting New York State's congestion pricing plan. The event came as the public comment period for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority's Central Business District Tolling Program ended. The plan would toll drivers entering Manhattan below 60th Street, aiming to cut traffic and pollution. Restler said, “This is a tangible, major, sweeping policy that will dramatically reduce the number of cars and trucks on the street in New York City.” He supported limited exemptions, especially for taxis and for-hire vehicles, but stressed the need to keep cars off the road. The rally urged the Federal Highway Administration to approve the plan, which is expected to shift commuters to mass transit and modernize city infrastructure. Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon also backed a taxi carveout.

• Brooklyn pols rally for congestion pricing on eve of public comment period ending, amny.com, Published 2022-09-22

Sep 19 - A sedan traveling south rear-ended a stopped sedan on Court Street in Brooklyn. The driver of the struck vehicle, a 57-year-old man, suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage.

According to the police report, a 2020 Porsche sedan traveling south on Court Street collided with a 2017 Kia sedan stopped in traffic. The impact occurred at the center front end of the Porsche and the center back end of the Kia. The Kia driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm but was not ejected and remained conscious. Both drivers were licensed. The report lists no specific contributing factors, but the collision suggests failure to maintain distance or attention by the striking driver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no helmet or signaling issues were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4565432 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 19 - An SUV struck a 24-year-old e-scooter rider on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries but was conscious and wearing a helmet. The crash involved improper lane usage by the SUV driver. No vehicle damage reported.

According to the police report, a 24-year-old male e-scooter rider was injured when a 2017 SUV traveling east on Hoyt Street collided with him. The rider sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious and was wearing a helmet. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. Neither vehicle showed damage, and the e-scooter rider was not ejected. The incident highlights the dangers posed by improper lane use in mixed traffic environments.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4567413 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 18 - A sedan crashed into a parked diesel truck on Third Avenue. Metal buckled. The driver’s back broke. He died at the scene. Alcohol played a role. The street was quiet, but the impact was final.

A sedan traveling south on Third Avenue in Brooklyn struck the rear of a parked diesel truck near 383rd Street. According to the police report, the sedan 'slammed into the back' of the truck. Three people were involved. The 35-year-old male occupant suffered fatal back injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. Two other occupants, a 31-year-old man and a female registrant, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report cites 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor for all involved. The sedan sustained heavy front-end damage. The parked truck was hit at the left rear bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the lethal risk when alcohol and driving mix.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4567647 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 17 - A 62-year-old male cyclist was injured and ejected after colliding with a parked 2015 Chevrolet SUV on Bergen Street. The cyclist suffered bruises and arm injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a contributing factor in the crash.

According to the police report, a 62-year-old male bicyclist traveling west on Bergen Street collided with a parked 2015 Chevrolet SUV. The cyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report identifies driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment at the time of the crash. The parked vehicle was stationary, and the cyclist was going straight ahead when the impact occurred at the center front end of his bike and the left side doors of the SUV. No other contributing factors were specified.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4565770 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19