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 14
▸ Crush Injuries 6
▸ Severe Bleeding 10
▸ Severe Lacerations 7
▸ Concussion 12
▸ Whiplash 118
▸ Contusion/Bruise 130
▸ Abrasion 90
▸ Pain/Nausea 38
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.
Caught Speeding Recently in CB 308
- 2022 Gray Ford Pickup (KXM7078) – 246 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2017 Black Lexus Sedan (LPY1138) – 233 times • 3 in last 90d here
- 2024 Black Honda 4H (TLB7922) – 154 times • 3 in last 90d here
- 2016 BMW Sedan (MHA9607) – 149 times • 2 in last 90d here
- 2020 Black BMW Mp (RUN1724) – 141 times • 4 in last 90d here
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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Atlantic Avenue, 9 PM
Brooklyn CB8: Jan 1, 2022 - Sep 3, 2025
About 9 PM on May 25, 2024, a 39‑year‑old man was struck and killed off the crosswalk on Atlantic Avenue. An SUV and a box truck were involved. He died at the scene. NYC Open Data
He was one of 11 people killed on Brooklyn Community Board 8 streets since Jan 1, 2022, alongside 1,863 injured in 3,308 crashes. NYC Open Data
The deaths continued into this summer. On Aug 28, 2025, a motorcyclist died at Atlantic and Classon after striking a parked dump truck. NYC Open Data
The same corridor, the same hurt
Atlantic Avenue is the worst stretch here, with the most crashes and the most dead. Our analysis flags it as the top hotspot in CB8. NYC Open Data
Evening brings the hardest blows. From late afternoon into night, this area records multiple fatalities, including at 5 PM, 6 PM, and 9 PM hours across the period. NYC Open Data
Heavy vehicles keep showing up in the body count and the injury log. Trucks and buses are tied to pedestrian deaths and dozens of injuries in this board. NYC Open Data
Named failures, fixable now
Some patterns are plain. Driver inattention shows up again and again in injury cases here. So do failure to yield and drivers blowing signals. Speeding injuries are present, too. These are design and accountability problems with known cures. NYC Open Data
Concrete steps on these blocks: daylight every corner so people are visible, as required by a Council bill to ban parking within 20 feet of crosswalks — a bill co‑sponsored by Council Member Chi A. Ossé (Int 1138‑2024). Harden turns and add leading pedestrian intervals. Focus truck enforcement and routing on Atlantic and the repeat hotspots. NYC Open Data
Who acts, and who waits
At the state level, the Stop Super Speeders bill would force the worst repeat offenders to use speed limiters. State Senator Zellnor Myrie is listed as a co‑sponsor, though he missed two committee votes in June 2025. He said, “We should be making this as easy as possible and as safe as possible for as many people as possible.” (S4045) (Streetsblog NYC)
Assembly Member Brian Cunningham missed a committee vote on a school speed zone safety bill in June 2025. What gives? (S 8344)
City lawmakers also hold a key. The daylighting bill above would clear sightlines at scale if passed and implemented. NYC Council – Legistar
Slow it down, stop the bleed
This board has 11 dead since 2022. Two were pedestrians. One was a bicyclist. Trucks figure in several of the worst crashes. The map doesn’t lie: Atlantic keeps taking. NYC Open Data
Two moves would change the odds on every corner: lower speeds across the city and rein in the repeat offenders who keep blowing through our blocks. Tell City Hall and Albany to act. Take action.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-03
- File S 4045 - Bill text and actions , Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-11
- The Dave Colon Challenge: Zellnor Myrie Wants His Own Bike Now - Article , Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-16
- File Int 1138‑2024 - Bill page , NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-12-05
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Brian Cunningham
District 43
Council Member Chi A. Ossé
District 36
State Senator Zellnor Myrie
District 20
▸ Other Geographies
Brooklyn CB8 Brooklyn Community Board 8 sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 77, District 36, AD 43, SD 20.
It contains Prospect Heights, Crown Heights (North), Lincoln Terrace Park.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Brooklyn Community Board 8
14
Improper Lane Change Injures Sedan Driver in Brooklyn▸Jan 14 - A box truck driver made an improper lane change on Utica Avenue, colliding with a parked sedan. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited passing or lane usage errors and driver distraction as causes of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utica Avenue near Sterling Place in Brooklyn at 14:48. A box truck traveling west was making a right turn when it struck the left front quarter panel of a parked sedan facing south. The sedan’s female driver, age 30, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors linked to the box truck driver. The sedan driver was not cited with any contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the right front quarter panel of the truck and left front bumper of the sedan. The crash highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and distracted driving in urban traffic.
13
Dump Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on Rochester Ave▸Jan 13 - A dump truck slammed into the right rear bumper of a sedan traveling north on Rochester Avenue. Both drivers were injured, suffering shock and moderate injuries to chest and back. The crash stemmed from the truck following too closely.
According to the police report, a dump truck and a sedan were both traveling north on Rochester Avenue in Brooklyn when the dump truck struck the right rear bumper of the sedan. The collision occurred at 8:10 AM. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the dump truck operator. The sedan carried two male occupants: a 44-year-old driver and a 60-year-old front passenger. Both were injured, experiencing shock and bodily injuries to the back and chest respectively. Both occupants were restrained with lap belts and were not ejected from the vehicle. The dump truck driver was licensed in New York, while the sedan driver held a North Carolina license. Vehicle damage was confined to the right front bumper of the dump truck and the right rear bumper of the sedan. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
13S 1675
Myrie co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
-
File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
9
SUV Side-Impacted by Box Truck on Atlantic Ave▸Jan 9 - A BMW SUV traveling west on Atlantic Avenue was struck on its left side by a box truck also heading west. Three occupants in the SUV suffered shoulder injuries and shock. The box truck showed no damage, highlighting a severe impact on the SUV’s side.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:32 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2009 BMW SUV with three occupants was traveling westbound when it was impacted on its left side doors by a 2024 box truck also traveling westbound. The box truck sustained no damage, while the SUV’s left side doors were damaged. The SUV’s driver, a 41-year-old woman, and two passengers, aged 47 and 66, all suffered upper arm shoulder injuries and were in shock. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or reckless driving. Both drivers were licensed in their respective states. The severity of injuries and damage to the SUV’s side underscores the vulnerability of vehicle occupants in side-impact collisions.
8A 1077
Cunningham co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
-
File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
8A 803
Cunningham co-sponsors bill to boost cyclist safety with bike lane cameras.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 803 aims to keep cars out of bike lanes. Cameras would catch violators. Streets could clear. Cyclists might breathe easier. Lawmakers back the crackdown. The fight for safe passage continues.
Assembly bill A 803, now in sponsorship, proposes a bicycle lane safety program for New York City. It would enforce restrictions on bike lane use with photo devices. The bill summary reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of bicycle lanes and/or protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Primary sponsor Zohran Mamdani leads, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill was introduced January 8, 2025. No safety analyst note was provided. The measure targets drivers who block or endanger cyclists.
-
File A 803,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
8A 324
Cunningham co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 324 demands complete street design for state- and federally-funded projects. Sponsors push for public guidance. Streets built for people, not just cars. Safety for all hangs in the balance.
Assembly Bill A 324 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force planners to consider all users—pedestrians, cyclists, drivers—when building or upgrading roads. Didi Barrett leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Amy Paulin, and many others. The bill also directs the department to publish street design guidance. No safety analyst note yet, but the measure’s intent is clear: streets should protect the most vulnerable, not just move traffic.
-
File A 324,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
6
Distracted Drivers Collide on Brooklyn Avenue▸Jan 6 - Two vehicles turning right collide on Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. A 23-year-old moped driver is partially ejected and injured, suffering knee and lower leg contusions. Both drivers were distracted, causing a violent side impact crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:30 AM on Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. A moped and a pick-up truck, both traveling east and making right turns, collided side-to-side. The moped driver, a 23-year-old male with a permit license, was partially ejected and sustained contusions to his knee and lower leg. Both drivers were cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction as contributing factors. The moped’s left side doors and the truck’s right side doors were damaged. The report highlights driver distraction as the primary cause, with no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behaviors. The collision underscores the dangers of inattentive driving during turning maneuvers in busy urban streets.
1
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
-
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Jan 14 - A box truck driver made an improper lane change on Utica Avenue, colliding with a parked sedan. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited passing or lane usage errors and driver distraction as causes of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utica Avenue near Sterling Place in Brooklyn at 14:48. A box truck traveling west was making a right turn when it struck the left front quarter panel of a parked sedan facing south. The sedan’s female driver, age 30, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors linked to the box truck driver. The sedan driver was not cited with any contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the right front quarter panel of the truck and left front bumper of the sedan. The crash highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and distracted driving in urban traffic.
13
Dump Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on Rochester Ave▸Jan 13 - A dump truck slammed into the right rear bumper of a sedan traveling north on Rochester Avenue. Both drivers were injured, suffering shock and moderate injuries to chest and back. The crash stemmed from the truck following too closely.
According to the police report, a dump truck and a sedan were both traveling north on Rochester Avenue in Brooklyn when the dump truck struck the right rear bumper of the sedan. The collision occurred at 8:10 AM. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the dump truck operator. The sedan carried two male occupants: a 44-year-old driver and a 60-year-old front passenger. Both were injured, experiencing shock and bodily injuries to the back and chest respectively. Both occupants were restrained with lap belts and were not ejected from the vehicle. The dump truck driver was licensed in New York, while the sedan driver held a North Carolina license. Vehicle damage was confined to the right front bumper of the dump truck and the right rear bumper of the sedan. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
13S 1675
Myrie co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
-
File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
9
SUV Side-Impacted by Box Truck on Atlantic Ave▸Jan 9 - A BMW SUV traveling west on Atlantic Avenue was struck on its left side by a box truck also heading west. Three occupants in the SUV suffered shoulder injuries and shock. The box truck showed no damage, highlighting a severe impact on the SUV’s side.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:32 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2009 BMW SUV with three occupants was traveling westbound when it was impacted on its left side doors by a 2024 box truck also traveling westbound. The box truck sustained no damage, while the SUV’s left side doors were damaged. The SUV’s driver, a 41-year-old woman, and two passengers, aged 47 and 66, all suffered upper arm shoulder injuries and were in shock. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or reckless driving. Both drivers were licensed in their respective states. The severity of injuries and damage to the SUV’s side underscores the vulnerability of vehicle occupants in side-impact collisions.
8A 1077
Cunningham co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
-
File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
8A 803
Cunningham co-sponsors bill to boost cyclist safety with bike lane cameras.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 803 aims to keep cars out of bike lanes. Cameras would catch violators. Streets could clear. Cyclists might breathe easier. Lawmakers back the crackdown. The fight for safe passage continues.
Assembly bill A 803, now in sponsorship, proposes a bicycle lane safety program for New York City. It would enforce restrictions on bike lane use with photo devices. The bill summary reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of bicycle lanes and/or protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Primary sponsor Zohran Mamdani leads, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill was introduced January 8, 2025. No safety analyst note was provided. The measure targets drivers who block or endanger cyclists.
-
File A 803,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
8A 324
Cunningham co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 324 demands complete street design for state- and federally-funded projects. Sponsors push for public guidance. Streets built for people, not just cars. Safety for all hangs in the balance.
Assembly Bill A 324 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force planners to consider all users—pedestrians, cyclists, drivers—when building or upgrading roads. Didi Barrett leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Amy Paulin, and many others. The bill also directs the department to publish street design guidance. No safety analyst note yet, but the measure’s intent is clear: streets should protect the most vulnerable, not just move traffic.
-
File A 324,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
6
Distracted Drivers Collide on Brooklyn Avenue▸Jan 6 - Two vehicles turning right collide on Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. A 23-year-old moped driver is partially ejected and injured, suffering knee and lower leg contusions. Both drivers were distracted, causing a violent side impact crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:30 AM on Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. A moped and a pick-up truck, both traveling east and making right turns, collided side-to-side. The moped driver, a 23-year-old male with a permit license, was partially ejected and sustained contusions to his knee and lower leg. Both drivers were cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction as contributing factors. The moped’s left side doors and the truck’s right side doors were damaged. The report highlights driver distraction as the primary cause, with no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behaviors. The collision underscores the dangers of inattentive driving during turning maneuvers in busy urban streets.
1
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
-
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Jan 13 - A dump truck slammed into the right rear bumper of a sedan traveling north on Rochester Avenue. Both drivers were injured, suffering shock and moderate injuries to chest and back. The crash stemmed from the truck following too closely.
According to the police report, a dump truck and a sedan were both traveling north on Rochester Avenue in Brooklyn when the dump truck struck the right rear bumper of the sedan. The collision occurred at 8:10 AM. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the dump truck operator. The sedan carried two male occupants: a 44-year-old driver and a 60-year-old front passenger. Both were injured, experiencing shock and bodily injuries to the back and chest respectively. Both occupants were restrained with lap belts and were not ejected from the vehicle. The dump truck driver was licensed in New York, while the sedan driver held a North Carolina license. Vehicle damage was confined to the right front bumper of the dump truck and the right rear bumper of the sedan. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
13S 1675
Myrie co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
-
File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
9
SUV Side-Impacted by Box Truck on Atlantic Ave▸Jan 9 - A BMW SUV traveling west on Atlantic Avenue was struck on its left side by a box truck also heading west. Three occupants in the SUV suffered shoulder injuries and shock. The box truck showed no damage, highlighting a severe impact on the SUV’s side.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:32 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2009 BMW SUV with three occupants was traveling westbound when it was impacted on its left side doors by a 2024 box truck also traveling westbound. The box truck sustained no damage, while the SUV’s left side doors were damaged. The SUV’s driver, a 41-year-old woman, and two passengers, aged 47 and 66, all suffered upper arm shoulder injuries and were in shock. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or reckless driving. Both drivers were licensed in their respective states. The severity of injuries and damage to the SUV’s side underscores the vulnerability of vehicle occupants in side-impact collisions.
8A 1077
Cunningham co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
-
File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
8A 803
Cunningham co-sponsors bill to boost cyclist safety with bike lane cameras.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 803 aims to keep cars out of bike lanes. Cameras would catch violators. Streets could clear. Cyclists might breathe easier. Lawmakers back the crackdown. The fight for safe passage continues.
Assembly bill A 803, now in sponsorship, proposes a bicycle lane safety program for New York City. It would enforce restrictions on bike lane use with photo devices. The bill summary reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of bicycle lanes and/or protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Primary sponsor Zohran Mamdani leads, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill was introduced January 8, 2025. No safety analyst note was provided. The measure targets drivers who block or endanger cyclists.
-
File A 803,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
8A 324
Cunningham co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 324 demands complete street design for state- and federally-funded projects. Sponsors push for public guidance. Streets built for people, not just cars. Safety for all hangs in the balance.
Assembly Bill A 324 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force planners to consider all users—pedestrians, cyclists, drivers—when building or upgrading roads. Didi Barrett leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Amy Paulin, and many others. The bill also directs the department to publish street design guidance. No safety analyst note yet, but the measure’s intent is clear: streets should protect the most vulnerable, not just move traffic.
-
File A 324,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
6
Distracted Drivers Collide on Brooklyn Avenue▸Jan 6 - Two vehicles turning right collide on Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. A 23-year-old moped driver is partially ejected and injured, suffering knee and lower leg contusions. Both drivers were distracted, causing a violent side impact crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:30 AM on Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. A moped and a pick-up truck, both traveling east and making right turns, collided side-to-side. The moped driver, a 23-year-old male with a permit license, was partially ejected and sustained contusions to his knee and lower leg. Both drivers were cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction as contributing factors. The moped’s left side doors and the truck’s right side doors were damaged. The report highlights driver distraction as the primary cause, with no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behaviors. The collision underscores the dangers of inattentive driving during turning maneuvers in busy urban streets.
1
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
-
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
- File S 1675, Open States, Published 2025-01-13
9
SUV Side-Impacted by Box Truck on Atlantic Ave▸Jan 9 - A BMW SUV traveling west on Atlantic Avenue was struck on its left side by a box truck also heading west. Three occupants in the SUV suffered shoulder injuries and shock. The box truck showed no damage, highlighting a severe impact on the SUV’s side.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:32 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2009 BMW SUV with three occupants was traveling westbound when it was impacted on its left side doors by a 2024 box truck also traveling westbound. The box truck sustained no damage, while the SUV’s left side doors were damaged. The SUV’s driver, a 41-year-old woman, and two passengers, aged 47 and 66, all suffered upper arm shoulder injuries and were in shock. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or reckless driving. Both drivers were licensed in their respective states. The severity of injuries and damage to the SUV’s side underscores the vulnerability of vehicle occupants in side-impact collisions.
8A 1077
Cunningham co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
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File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
8A 803
Cunningham co-sponsors bill to boost cyclist safety with bike lane cameras.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 803 aims to keep cars out of bike lanes. Cameras would catch violators. Streets could clear. Cyclists might breathe easier. Lawmakers back the crackdown. The fight for safe passage continues.
Assembly bill A 803, now in sponsorship, proposes a bicycle lane safety program for New York City. It would enforce restrictions on bike lane use with photo devices. The bill summary reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of bicycle lanes and/or protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Primary sponsor Zohran Mamdani leads, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill was introduced January 8, 2025. No safety analyst note was provided. The measure targets drivers who block or endanger cyclists.
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File A 803,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
8A 324
Cunningham co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 324 demands complete street design for state- and federally-funded projects. Sponsors push for public guidance. Streets built for people, not just cars. Safety for all hangs in the balance.
Assembly Bill A 324 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force planners to consider all users—pedestrians, cyclists, drivers—when building or upgrading roads. Didi Barrett leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Amy Paulin, and many others. The bill also directs the department to publish street design guidance. No safety analyst note yet, but the measure’s intent is clear: streets should protect the most vulnerable, not just move traffic.
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File A 324,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
6
Distracted Drivers Collide on Brooklyn Avenue▸Jan 6 - Two vehicles turning right collide on Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. A 23-year-old moped driver is partially ejected and injured, suffering knee and lower leg contusions. Both drivers were distracted, causing a violent side impact crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:30 AM on Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. A moped and a pick-up truck, both traveling east and making right turns, collided side-to-side. The moped driver, a 23-year-old male with a permit license, was partially ejected and sustained contusions to his knee and lower leg. Both drivers were cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction as contributing factors. The moped’s left side doors and the truck’s right side doors were damaged. The report highlights driver distraction as the primary cause, with no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behaviors. The collision underscores the dangers of inattentive driving during turning maneuvers in busy urban streets.
1
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Jan 9 - A BMW SUV traveling west on Atlantic Avenue was struck on its left side by a box truck also heading west. Three occupants in the SUV suffered shoulder injuries and shock. The box truck showed no damage, highlighting a severe impact on the SUV’s side.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:32 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2009 BMW SUV with three occupants was traveling westbound when it was impacted on its left side doors by a 2024 box truck also traveling westbound. The box truck sustained no damage, while the SUV’s left side doors were damaged. The SUV’s driver, a 41-year-old woman, and two passengers, aged 47 and 66, all suffered upper arm shoulder injuries and were in shock. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or reckless driving. Both drivers were licensed in their respective states. The severity of injuries and damage to the SUV’s side underscores the vulnerability of vehicle occupants in side-impact collisions.
8A 1077
Cunningham co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
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File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
8A 803
Cunningham co-sponsors bill to boost cyclist safety with bike lane cameras.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 803 aims to keep cars out of bike lanes. Cameras would catch violators. Streets could clear. Cyclists might breathe easier. Lawmakers back the crackdown. The fight for safe passage continues.
Assembly bill A 803, now in sponsorship, proposes a bicycle lane safety program for New York City. It would enforce restrictions on bike lane use with photo devices. The bill summary reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of bicycle lanes and/or protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Primary sponsor Zohran Mamdani leads, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill was introduced January 8, 2025. No safety analyst note was provided. The measure targets drivers who block or endanger cyclists.
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File A 803,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
8A 324
Cunningham co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 324 demands complete street design for state- and federally-funded projects. Sponsors push for public guidance. Streets built for people, not just cars. Safety for all hangs in the balance.
Assembly Bill A 324 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force planners to consider all users—pedestrians, cyclists, drivers—when building or upgrading roads. Didi Barrett leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Amy Paulin, and many others. The bill also directs the department to publish street design guidance. No safety analyst note yet, but the measure’s intent is clear: streets should protect the most vulnerable, not just move traffic.
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File A 324,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
6
Distracted Drivers Collide on Brooklyn Avenue▸Jan 6 - Two vehicles turning right collide on Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. A 23-year-old moped driver is partially ejected and injured, suffering knee and lower leg contusions. Both drivers were distracted, causing a violent side impact crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:30 AM on Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. A moped and a pick-up truck, both traveling east and making right turns, collided side-to-side. The moped driver, a 23-year-old male with a permit license, was partially ejected and sustained contusions to his knee and lower leg. Both drivers were cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction as contributing factors. The moped’s left side doors and the truck’s right side doors were damaged. The report highlights driver distraction as the primary cause, with no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behaviors. The collision underscores the dangers of inattentive driving during turning maneuvers in busy urban streets.
1
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
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Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
- File A 1077, Open States, Published 2025-01-08
8A 803
Cunningham co-sponsors bill to boost cyclist safety with bike lane cameras.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 803 aims to keep cars out of bike lanes. Cameras would catch violators. Streets could clear. Cyclists might breathe easier. Lawmakers back the crackdown. The fight for safe passage continues.
Assembly bill A 803, now in sponsorship, proposes a bicycle lane safety program for New York City. It would enforce restrictions on bike lane use with photo devices. The bill summary reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of bicycle lanes and/or protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Primary sponsor Zohran Mamdani leads, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill was introduced January 8, 2025. No safety analyst note was provided. The measure targets drivers who block or endanger cyclists.
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File A 803,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
8A 324
Cunningham co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 324 demands complete street design for state- and federally-funded projects. Sponsors push for public guidance. Streets built for people, not just cars. Safety for all hangs in the balance.
Assembly Bill A 324 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force planners to consider all users—pedestrians, cyclists, drivers—when building or upgrading roads. Didi Barrett leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Amy Paulin, and many others. The bill also directs the department to publish street design guidance. No safety analyst note yet, but the measure’s intent is clear: streets should protect the most vulnerable, not just move traffic.
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File A 324,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
6
Distracted Drivers Collide on Brooklyn Avenue▸Jan 6 - Two vehicles turning right collide on Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. A 23-year-old moped driver is partially ejected and injured, suffering knee and lower leg contusions. Both drivers were distracted, causing a violent side impact crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:30 AM on Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. A moped and a pick-up truck, both traveling east and making right turns, collided side-to-side. The moped driver, a 23-year-old male with a permit license, was partially ejected and sustained contusions to his knee and lower leg. Both drivers were cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction as contributing factors. The moped’s left side doors and the truck’s right side doors were damaged. The report highlights driver distraction as the primary cause, with no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behaviors. The collision underscores the dangers of inattentive driving during turning maneuvers in busy urban streets.
1
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
-
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 803 aims to keep cars out of bike lanes. Cameras would catch violators. Streets could clear. Cyclists might breathe easier. Lawmakers back the crackdown. The fight for safe passage continues.
Assembly bill A 803, now in sponsorship, proposes a bicycle lane safety program for New York City. It would enforce restrictions on bike lane use with photo devices. The bill summary reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of bicycle lanes and/or protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Primary sponsor Zohran Mamdani leads, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill was introduced January 8, 2025. No safety analyst note was provided. The measure targets drivers who block or endanger cyclists.
- File A 803, Open States, Published 2025-01-08
8A 324
Cunningham co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 324 demands complete street design for state- and federally-funded projects. Sponsors push for public guidance. Streets built for people, not just cars. Safety for all hangs in the balance.
Assembly Bill A 324 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force planners to consider all users—pedestrians, cyclists, drivers—when building or upgrading roads. Didi Barrett leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Amy Paulin, and many others. The bill also directs the department to publish street design guidance. No safety analyst note yet, but the measure’s intent is clear: streets should protect the most vulnerable, not just move traffic.
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File A 324,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
6
Distracted Drivers Collide on Brooklyn Avenue▸Jan 6 - Two vehicles turning right collide on Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. A 23-year-old moped driver is partially ejected and injured, suffering knee and lower leg contusions. Both drivers were distracted, causing a violent side impact crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:30 AM on Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. A moped and a pick-up truck, both traveling east and making right turns, collided side-to-side. The moped driver, a 23-year-old male with a permit license, was partially ejected and sustained contusions to his knee and lower leg. Both drivers were cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction as contributing factors. The moped’s left side doors and the truck’s right side doors were damaged. The report highlights driver distraction as the primary cause, with no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behaviors. The collision underscores the dangers of inattentive driving during turning maneuvers in busy urban streets.
1
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
-
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 324 demands complete street design for state- and federally-funded projects. Sponsors push for public guidance. Streets built for people, not just cars. Safety for all hangs in the balance.
Assembly Bill A 324 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force planners to consider all users—pedestrians, cyclists, drivers—when building or upgrading roads. Didi Barrett leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Amy Paulin, and many others. The bill also directs the department to publish street design guidance. No safety analyst note yet, but the measure’s intent is clear: streets should protect the most vulnerable, not just move traffic.
- File A 324, Open States, Published 2025-01-08
6
Distracted Drivers Collide on Brooklyn Avenue▸Jan 6 - Two vehicles turning right collide on Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. A 23-year-old moped driver is partially ejected and injured, suffering knee and lower leg contusions. Both drivers were distracted, causing a violent side impact crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:30 AM on Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. A moped and a pick-up truck, both traveling east and making right turns, collided side-to-side. The moped driver, a 23-year-old male with a permit license, was partially ejected and sustained contusions to his knee and lower leg. Both drivers were cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction as contributing factors. The moped’s left side doors and the truck’s right side doors were damaged. The report highlights driver distraction as the primary cause, with no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behaviors. The collision underscores the dangers of inattentive driving during turning maneuvers in busy urban streets.
1
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
-
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Jan 6 - Two vehicles turning right collide on Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. A 23-year-old moped driver is partially ejected and injured, suffering knee and lower leg contusions. Both drivers were distracted, causing a violent side impact crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:30 AM on Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. A moped and a pick-up truck, both traveling east and making right turns, collided side-to-side. The moped driver, a 23-year-old male with a permit license, was partially ejected and sustained contusions to his knee and lower leg. Both drivers were cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction as contributing factors. The moped’s left side doors and the truck’s right side doors were damaged. The report highlights driver distraction as the primary cause, with no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behaviors. The collision underscores the dangers of inattentive driving during turning maneuvers in busy urban streets.
1
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile▸Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
-
Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-01
Jan 1 - A white Audi struck Michael Foster on Caton Avenue. The car dragged him for blocks. The driver never stopped. Foster died in the street. The Audi vanished into the night. No arrests. The city’s danger stays.
NY Daily News reported on January 1, 2025, that Michael Foster, 64, was killed after a white Audi hit him on Caton Ave. near Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. The driver, described as speeding, dragged Foster for half a mile before leaving him near Linden Blvd. and Nostrand Ave. The article quotes a witness: "I saw him at the stop light. He would go out to the cars and beg for change." The driver fled the scene and has not been caught. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians in city streets and the ongoing issue of hit-and-run drivers evading responsibility.
- Audi Driver Drags Man Half Mile, NY Daily News, Published 2025-01-01