A Boy Is Dead. The Street Still Bleeds.

A sedan swung a U-turn on St Johns Place. A motorcycle passed. The two nearly met. The rider took an abrasion to the hip. No crash, no damage. Brooklyn streets, risk in every turn.

According to the police report, a sedan making a U-turn on St Johns Place at Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn came close to a westbound motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, a 35-year-old man, suffered a minor abrasion to his hip and upper leg but was not ejected and remained conscious. Both vehicles were undamaged. The sedan was driven by a licensed New York woman; the motorcycle driver was also licensed. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The only injury was to the motorcycle driver. No victim actions or additional factors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4780038 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A 31-year-old woman suffered head injuries and shock after a BMW sedan failed to yield while making a left turn on Classon Ave in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck, sustaining serious injury and complaint of pain.

According to the police report, a BMW sedan traveling southeast on Classon Ave in Brooklyn struck a 31-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection while making a left turn at 21:18. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock, with complaints of pain or nausea. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating the impact was significant enough to injure the pedestrian without damaging the car. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally, but failed to yield to the pedestrian, causing the injury. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4780036 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Metal groaned on Nostrand Avenue. Two cars trapped, one stacked atop the other. A bus driver, a woman, a girl—hurt but alive. Emergency crews worked fast. The street bore the scars. The cause stayed hidden in the wreckage.

NY Daily News reported on December 18, 2024, that a multi-vehicle crash at Nostrand Ave. and Park Ave. in Brooklyn left three people injured. The article states, 'Three people were injured, including an MTA bus driver and a young girl, in a collision that pinned two cars between a box truck and a city bus.' Footage showed two vehicles sandwiched between the bus and truck, with one car stacked atop another. The injured included a 59-year-old MTA driver, a 33-year-old woman, and a 9-year-old girl. All were hospitalized in stable condition. The cause of the crash was not determined at the time of reporting. The incident highlights the risks at busy intersections and the dangers posed by large vehicles in dense urban traffic.

• Cars Crushed Between Bus And Truck, NY Daily News, Published 2024-12-18

A 49-year-old man crossing Atlantic Avenue with the signal was struck by a left-turning SUV. The pedestrian suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, highlighting dangers at busy Brooklyn intersections.

According to the police report, a 49-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Atlantic Avenue at an intersection in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2022 Kia SUV, traveling west and making a left turn, struck him on the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained head abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The report identifies driver inattention and distraction as the primary contributing factors to the crash. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally but failed to maintain attention during the turn. No vehicle damage was reported despite the impact. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted driving in urban environments.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4779491 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Maritza Davila endorsed Mark Levine’s run for Comptroller. Levine vows to cut living costs, build housing, and make streets safer. He supports congestion pricing and more cycling lanes. Davila’s support signals a push for citywide safety and accountability.

On December 12, 2024, Mark Levine announced his candidacy for New York City Comptroller. The campaign launch drew endorsements from Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, Assembly Members Brian Cunningham and Maritza Davila, and others. The campaign summary states Levine will 'drive affordability, solve the housing crisis, support working families, demand fiscal responsibility, and make streets safer.' Davila, representing District 53, publicly backed Levine. Levine’s record includes advocacy for congestion pricing, e-commerce reform, and expanding cycling infrastructure. These stances align with efforts to protect vulnerable road users and reduce traffic violence. The campaign’s focus on safer streets and better transit marks a shift toward systemic change for New Yorkers.

• Mark Levine launches campaign for Comptroller, backed with citywide support, amny.com, Published 2024-12-12

A sedan struck a bicyclist traveling north on Pacific Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist was ejected and suffered contusions and leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard and other vehicular errors by the driver as key factors in the crash.

According to the police report, a 28-year-old male bicyclist was injured after being struck by a 2011 Mercedes sedan traveling west on Pacific Street near Troy Avenue in Brooklyn at 7:57 p.m. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan's left front bumper was damaged at the center front end. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Other Vehicular' errors as contributing factors, highlighting driver failure to obey traffic signals or rules. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, but the report does not list any bicyclist errors as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed, while the bicyclist was unlicensed. The crash underscores the dangers posed by driver disregard for traffic controls and other vehicular errors in Brooklyn.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4777719 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

At a heated mayoral forum, Zellnor Myrie demanded a dedicated busway for Flatbush Avenue. Candidates slammed slow buses and empty promises. They called for more bus lanes, free rides, and less fare policing. Riders want action, not talk. Streets remain dangerous.

On December 6, 2024, a mayoral candidate forum spotlighted New York City's broken bus service. State Senator Zellnor Myrie, representing District 20, called for a dedicated busway on Brooklyn's Flatbush Avenue, echoing the success of Manhattan's 14th Street. The forum, hosted by Riders Alliance, saw candidates—including Myrie, Brad Lander, Zohran Mamdani, Jessica Ramos, Scott Stringer, and Jim Walden—debate urgent transit reforms. The matter: 'improving NYC's slow bus service.' Myrie and others backed more bus lanes, fare-free buses, and expanding Fair Fares for low-income riders. Mamdani vowed not to cave to local opposition. All criticized Mayor Adams for stalled bus projects. The forum exposed deep frustration with city inaction and highlighted the need for bold, street-level changes to protect riders and speed up commutes.

• Could a new mayor fix New York City's terrible bus service?, gothamist.com, Published 2024-12-06

An SUV plowed into two parked sedans in Brooklyn. Driver and passenger suffered whiplash and arm injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Parked cars took the brunt. Streets stayed dangerous.

According to the police report, a 2018 SUV traveling west on Bergen Street struck two parked sedans at 5 p.m. in Brooklyn. The SUV's front end hit the rear of both stationary vehicles. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary cause. The 44-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. A 38-year-old male passenger in the SUV sustained upper arm injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained. The parked sedans were unoccupied and stationary at the time of impact. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4776962 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Council bill bars cars from blocking crosswalks. No standing or parking within 20 feet. City must install daylighting barriers at 1,000 intersections yearly. Streets clear. Sightlines open. Danger cut.

Int 1138-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced December 5, 2024. The bill states: “prohibiting standing or parking a vehicle within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection.” Council Member Erik D. Bottcher leads, joined by Public Advocate Jumaane Williams and over two dozen co-sponsors. The law orders the Department of Transportation to install daylighting barriers at a minimum of 1,000 intersections each year, up from 100. The city must also run outreach and education. The bill aims to keep crosswalks clear, improve visibility, and protect people on foot and bike. No more hiding behind parked cars. The committee laid the bill over on April 21, 2025.

• File Int 1138-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-12-05

Council bill bars cars from blocking crosswalks. No standing or parking within 20 feet. City must install daylighting barriers at 1,000 intersections yearly. Streets clear. Sightlines open. Danger cut.

Int 1138-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced December 5, 2024. The bill states: “prohibiting standing or parking a vehicle within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection.” Council Member Erik D. Bottcher leads, joined by Public Advocate Jumaane Williams and over two dozen co-sponsors. The law orders the Department of Transportation to install daylighting barriers at a minimum of 1,000 intersections each year, up from 100. The city must also run outreach and education. The bill aims to keep crosswalks clear, improve visibility, and protect people on foot and bike. No more hiding behind parked cars. The committee laid the bill over on April 21, 2025.

• File Int 1138-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-12-05

DOT built just 5.3 miles of new bus lanes in 2024. The law demands 30. Commissioner Rodriguez called it a great job. Critics slammed the city for falling short. Riders wait. Streets stay clogged. Vulnerable New Yorkers pay the price.

On December 4, 2024, DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez defended the agency’s bus lane record before critics. The Streets Master Plan requires 30 new miles of bus lanes each year. In 2024, DOT delivered only 5.3 miles—just 17 percent of the legal mandate. Rodriguez claimed, “We are doing a great job,” citing national comparisons and blaming delays on community board processes and local opposition, especially around the 96th Street project. State Sen. Jessica Ramos, Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani, and State Sen. Zellnor Myrie condemned the city’s self-praise and legal failure. The matter title reads: ‘We Are Doing A Great Job’ … Falling Short of Bus Lane Requirement. Several projects are planned for 2025, but completion is uncertain. The city’s slow pace leaves bus riders and other vulnerable road users exposed to dangerous, congested streets.

• DOT Commish: ‘We Are Doing A Great Job’ … Falling Short of Bus Lane Requirement, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-12-04

Six mayoral hopefuls faced off on transit. They promised bus lanes, free buses, and fair fares. Each slammed the mayor’s record. They called for less fare enforcement, more service. Riders, not drivers, took center stage. Words flew. Streets stayed dangerous.

On December 3, 2024, six candidates for New York City mayor—Brad Lander, Zohran Mamdani, Zellnor Myrie, Jessica Ramos, Scott Stringer, and Jim Walden—spoke at a Riders Alliance forum. The event focused on transit policy. Candidates pledged support for bus lanes, free buses, expanded Fair Fares, and shifting gas tax funds to mass transit. Lander vowed to end subway and street homelessness for the severely mentally ill by connecting them to stable housing. Mamdani promised a world-class bus network. Myrie pushed for citywide bus lanes. Ramos called for automatic Fair Fares registration. Stringer backed more bus routes. Walden opposed fare evasion crackdowns, urging resources go to service instead. All criticized Mayor Adams’ record on bus lanes and congestion pricing. The forum highlighted a united front for safer, more accessible transit, but offered no immediate relief for vulnerable road users.

• Promises, Promises: What the Candidates Said At The Transit Forum, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-12-03

Mayoral hopefuls hammered Eric Adams for broken bus lane promises. At a transit forum, they called out City Hall’s slow pace. The law demands 30 miles a year. Adams delivered half. Candidates pledged pro-transit reforms. Riders wait. Streets stay dangerous.

On December 3, 2024, a mayoral candidate forum on NYC bus service and transportation policy spotlighted City Hall’s failures. The event, organized by Riders Alliance, saw candidates attack Mayor Eric Adams for not meeting the Streets Master Plan law, which mandates 30 new miles of bus lanes each year. Adams’ administration installed only 15.7 miles last fiscal year. State Sen. Jessica Ramos said, 'The current mayor promised 150 miles of bus lanes and hasn't delivered.' Comptroller Brad Lander promised a 'professional, world-class DOT commissioner.' Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani vowed to resist business interests blocking bus projects. Sen. Zellnor Myrie, mentioned at the forum, made pro-transit promises. The forum exposed how political inaction and broken promises keep streets unsafe for bus riders and pedestrians.

• Mayoral candidates hit Adams on failed promises to boost NYC's bus service, gothamist.com, Published 2024-12-03

Six mayoral hopefuls faced off on transit. They clashed over congestion pricing, bus expansion, and subway safety. Zellnor Myrie pledged to defend congestion pricing. Others called for more police, more buses, and mental health teams. Streets and subways remain battlegrounds.

On December 3, 2024, at a Riders Alliance forum, six Democratic mayoral candidates—Brad Lander, Zohran Mamdani, Zellnor Myrie, Jessica Ramos, Scott Stringer, and Jim Walden—debated New York City transit policy. The event focused on congestion pricing, set to begin January 5, and subway safety. The matter summary reads: 'NYC mayoral candidates participated in a transit-focused forum... discussing congestion pricing, subway safety, and transit upgrades.' Zellnor Myrie, representing District 20, criticized Mayor Adams for not defending congestion pricing and promised to support it regardless of federal politics. Ramos pushed for congestion pricing revenue to fund the MTA. Stringer called for bus expansion and DOT reform. Walden wanted more police and exemptions for seniors and disabled riders. Lander and Mamdani argued for housing and outreach teams over policing. The forum highlighted sharp divides on how to protect vulnerable New Yorkers on streets and subways.

• 2025 NYC mayoral candidates sound off on congestion pricing, subway safety, amny.com, Published 2024-12-03

Two sedans smashed on Bedford Avenue. One tried a U-turn. The other went straight. Four people hurt. Back bruises. Unsafe lane change caused the crash. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.

According to the police report, two sedans collided at 11:30 a.m. on Bedford Avenue near Prospect Place in Brooklyn. One sedan traveled north, going straight. The other made a U-turn southbound. The northbound car's left side doors and the southbound car's front bumper took the hit. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. Four occupants were injured, including a 36-year-old male driver and a 54-year-old female passenger, both suffering back contusions. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash shows clear driver error in lane control and turning.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4776037 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A 71-year-old woman crossing with the signal on Rochester Avenue was hit by a southbound driver. She suffered bruises and leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed dangerous for those on foot.

According to the police report, a 71-year-old female pedestrian was struck while crossing Rochester Avenue at Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. She was crossing with the signal when a vehicle traveling south, going straight, hit her. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. No other driver errors or pedestrian factors were cited. The vehicle showed no damage. This crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive drivers to people lawfully crossing city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4775425 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A sedan turned right on Vanderbilt. A 23-year-old bicyclist struck, left with knee and leg injuries. Shock and pain followed. Police cite driver errors. System failed to protect the rider.

According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn when a westbound sedan made a right turn. The bicyclist, traveling south, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and experienced shock and pain. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' factors twice as contributing causes, highlighting driver errors in vehicle operation. No helmet use or victim behavior was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the dangers vulnerable road users face from driver actions and systemic risks on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4777907 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, and tried to flee. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her near the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.

Gothamist (2024-11-27) reports a New York City Housing Authority employee crashed into three vehicles near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Police say the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," dragged a person trying to get her information, and hit another car with a pregnant woman inside. She then struck a third, unoccupied vehicle before being arrested by city sheriffs nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights ongoing risks at busy intersections and underscores the consequences of fleeing after a crash.

• Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman, Gothamist, Published 2024-11-27

A 2016 SUV traveling west struck the rear of another vehicle on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. Two rear-seat passengers suffered head and neck injuries, including whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses during the impact.

According to the police report, a 2016 ACUR SUV was traveling westbound on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 21:05 when it struck the center back end of another vehicle that was going straight ahead. The impact caused injuries to two rear-seat passengers in the SUV, a 28-year-old male and a 29-year-old female. Both passengers were conscious and restrained with lap belts and harnesses but suffered head and neck injuries, including whiplash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the female passenger but does not specify driver errors or other contributing factors for the collision. The point of impact was the center back end of the SUV, indicating a rear-end collision. No ejections occurred, and the driver was licensed in New York.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4782988 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A distracted driver making a left turn struck a 54-year-old man crossing Atlantic Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The impact came from the vehicle's left front bumper at a Brooklyn intersection.

According to the police report, a vehicle traveling east on Atlantic Avenue was making a left turn when it struck a pedestrian at the intersection near Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian, a 54-year-old man, was crossing with the signal and sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which also sustained damage. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The pedestrian remained conscious after the collision but was injured severely enough to be classified with injury severity level 3. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy urban intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4775216 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04