Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Brooklyn CB8?
A Boy Is Dead. The Street Still Bleeds.
Brooklyn CB8: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 30, 2025
The Toll This Year
Another child is dead. On June 28, an eight-year-old boy was crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. A black Honda Pilot hit him. Neighbors saw the boy dragged from under the SUV. “I just saw a lot of blood gushing out of his ears, his mouth,” a witness said. The driver stayed. No arrest. The street was cleaned. The boy did not go home.
In the past twelve months, one person died and five suffered serious injuries on these streets. 387 people were hurt. Children, elders, cyclists, walkers. The numbers do not stop. Since 2022, ten have died, including a child. More than 1,600 have been injured. The wounds are not just numbers. They are broken bodies, empty beds, families left with silence.
The Machines That Kill
Cars and trucks do most of the harm. SUVs and sedans alone caused over 250 pedestrian injuries and one death. Trucks and buses killed another. Motorcycles, mopeds, and bikes left more people hurt. The street is a gauntlet. The risk is not shared. The strong survive. The vulnerable bleed.
What Leaders Have Done—And Not Done
Local leaders have spoken. Council Members Crystal Hudson and Chi Ossé have co-sponsored bills to ban parking near crosswalks, speed up protected bike lanes, and push for citywide safety upgrades. But the bills sit in committee. The danger waits for no one.
State Senator Zellnor Myrie rode a bike through Brooklyn. He said, “We should be making this as easy as possible and as safe as possible for as many people as possible” he told Streetsblog. The streets did not change.
The Street Remembers
A teacher said of the boy, “I loved that boy. He was a great kid” the New York Post reported. The city moved on. The blood on the street dried. The risk remains.
Call to Action
This is not fate. These deaths are not the weather. Demand more. Call your council member. Call your senator. Tell them to pass the bills, build the lanes, clear the corners, and slow the cars. Do not wait for another child to die.
Citations
▸ Citations
- SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing, ABC7, Published 2025-06-29
- Child Killed By SUV In Crown Heights, NY Daily News, Published 2025-06-29
- SUV Strikes Boy Crossing Eastern Parkway, New York Post, Published 2025-06-29
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4681770 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-30
- The Dave Colon Challenge: Zellnor Myrie Wants His Own Bike Now, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-16
- File Int 1138-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-12-05
- Teen Killed, Passenger Hurt In Moped Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-06-24
- Here’s What Mamdani Can Steal From Other Candidates To Strengthen His Livable Streets Platform, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-26
- D-Minus! The Albany Report Card for 2025, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-25
- Down-Ballot Recap: A Great Night for the Livable Streets Movement, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-25
- Police Finally Remove Cars From Plaza in Downtown Brooklyn, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-24
Other Representatives
District 43
249 Empire Blvd., Brooklyn, NY 11225
Room 555, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 36
1360 Fulton Street, Suite 500, Brooklyn, NY 11216
718-919-0740
250 Broadway, Suite 1743, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7354
District 20
1077 Nostrand Ave. Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11225
Room 806, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ 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
SUV and Sedan Collide on Buffalo Avenue▸A southbound SUV and eastbound sedan collided on Buffalo Avenue. The sedan driver suffered full-body injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as key factors. The SUV struck the sedan’s right front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Buffalo Avenue around 9:30 a.m. A 29-year-old male sedan driver was injured with complaints of pain and nausea, sustaining injuries to his entire body and experiencing shock. The collision involved a 2011 SUV traveling south and a 2016 sedan traveling east, both going straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan, causing damage to the right side doors of the SUV and the front end of the sedan. The report identifies driver inattention and distraction, along with failure to yield right-of-way by the sedan driver, as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and not ejected. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
Moped Driver Ejected in High-Speed Sedan Crash▸A moped driver was ejected and suffered neck injuries after a high-speed collision with a sedan on Troy Avenue. The crash involved driver inattention and unsafe speed, resulting in a violent impact that left the rider with whiplash and serious trauma.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:00 PM on Troy Avenue involving a sedan and a moped traveling straight ahead in perpendicular directions. The moped driver, a 52-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained neck injuries described as whiplash, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The sedan, registered in Pennsylvania, struck the moped at its center front end while traveling west. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision's force caused significant damage to both vehicles' front ends, emphasizing the severity of the impact and the systemic danger posed by speeding and distracted driving.
E-Scooter Driver Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸In Brooklyn, an 11-year-old e-scooter driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck the scooter’s front. The crash at Utica Avenue involved unsafe speed and driver inexperience, leaving the young rider bruised but conscious.
According to the police report, the collision occurred at 15:20 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. An 11-year-old female e-scooter driver was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors for the e-scooter driver. The sedan, traveling east, struck the e-scooter’s center front end with its left rear quarter panel. The e-scooter was traveling south, going straight ahead before impact. The young rider was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. The report highlights the e-scooter driver’s unsafe speed and inexperience, emphasizing driver errors rather than victim fault.
Cyclist Struck by Left-Turning Car in Brooklyn▸A 62-year-old cyclist was hit by a left-turning car on Rochester Avenue. He suffered serious leg injuries. His bike was demolished. The crash shows the danger of turning vehicles for people on bikes.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old man riding a bike northbound on Rochester Avenue was struck by a vehicle making a left turn from Pacific Street. The cyclist suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. His bike was demolished. The report notes the vehicle was making a left turn, a frequent driver action in such crashes. No contributing factors were listed for the cyclist. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, but the report highlights the impact and the left-turn maneuver as central to the crash. The cyclist remained conscious and was not ejected. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
3Three Pedestrians Injured in Brooklyn Crash▸A driver struck three pedestrians at Ralph Avenue. All were crossing with the signal. They suffered serious injuries. The driver was distracted and failed to yield. Shock rippled through the scene.
Three pedestrians, ages 9, 10, and 55, were injured while crossing Ralph Avenue with the signal. According to the police report, the driver, a licensed female operating a 2013 SUV, was distracted and failed to yield the right-of-way. The 9-year-old boy sustained a back injury, the 10-year-old girl injured her elbow, and the 55-year-old woman suffered a shoulder injury. All three reported pain and shock following the incident. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was traveling west at the time of the crash.
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-12-31
Motorcycle Crash on Atlantic Avenue Injures Rider▸A 43-year-old male motorcyclist was injured on Atlantic Avenue. The crash involved a motorcycle traveling east. The rider suffered fractures and dislocations to his lower leg and foot. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on Atlantic Avenue collided with another vehicle. The motorcyclist, a 43-year-old male driver, sustained knee, lower leg, and foot injuries including fractures and dislocations. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash caused damage to the motorcycle's left front bumper. The rider remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies driver inattention and distraction as key errors leading to the crash.
SUV Hits Parked Sedan on Kingston Avenue▸A 43-year-old male driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after his SUV struck a parked sedan’s left rear bumper on Kingston Avenue. The crash involved alcohol. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver in a 2011 SUV collided with a parked 2019 sedan on Kingston Avenue. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left rear bumper, causing injuries to the driver’s knee, lower leg, and foot, along with whiplash. The driver was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The crash involved no ejections. The driver held a valid New York license. The collision also involved a pick-up truck traveling west, which struck the SUV’s left side doors. The primary driver error indicated is alcohol involvement, with no other driver errors specified.
SUV Left Turn Hits Bicyclist Going Straight▸A 32-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Classon Avenue. The SUV driver made a left turn and struck the cyclist traveling straight north. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The cyclist wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a 2019 SUV traveling north on Classon Avenue made a left turn and collided with a 32-year-old male bicyclist going straight north. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper, the point of impact. The bicyclist was conscious and wearing a helmet. The report lists no specific contributing factors but notes the SUV was making a left turn while the bicyclist was going straight. This suggests a failure to yield by the SUV driver. The bicyclist was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
2SUV Left Turn Slams Into Northbound Sedan▸SUV turned left on Utica Avenue. Sedan going straight struck its front. Both drivers hurt. Chest and leg injuries. Shock followed. Metal twisted. Pain lingered.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Utica Avenue collided with a Honda sedan traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper hit the SUV's center front end. The 43-year-old woman driving the SUV and a 51-year-old male passenger suffered chest and leg injuries. Both reported pain and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors, only unspecified contributing factors. Both vehicles were damaged at the front. All occupants were licensed and wore seat belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
E-Bike Rider Dies on Broken Rogers Avenue▸A man rode north on Rogers Avenue. The pavement broke beneath him. He flew from his e-bike. His head struck the street. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He died there, alone, in the morning light.
A 37-year-old man riding an e-bike north on Rogers Avenue was killed after hitting defective pavement. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his bike, struck his head, and died from severe bleeding. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The crash caused fatal head injuries. The police note the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the systemic hazard of broken pavement. No other vehicles or people were involved. The street failed him. The city failed him.
2Taxi Crash Injures Two Rear Passengers▸A taxi traveling south on Franklin Avenue crashed, striking the center back end. Two male rear passengers suffered back injuries and whiplash. Alcohol involvement was noted. Both remained conscious and were not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, a 2012 Ford taxi traveling south on Franklin Avenue struck an object or vehicle at the center back end. Two male rear passengers, ages 35 and 37, were injured with back pain and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The driver’s errors include impaired operation due to alcohol involvement. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passengers’ safety equipment status is unknown. The crash caused moderate injuries to the occupants in the rear seats.
SUV Slams Truck, Elderly Passenger Killed▸A Jeep rear-ended a diesel truck on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV’s front crumpled. The truck barely moved. An 88-year-old woman, belted in the front seat, died inside the wreck. She never made it out. Impact was sudden. Death was total.
A Jeep SUV struck the rear of a diesel tractor truck on Atlantic Avenue near Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep rear-ended a diesel truck. The SUV’s front folded. The truck barely moved. An 88-year-old woman, belted in the front seat, died. Her body shattered inside the car. She never got out.' The crash killed the elderly front-seat passenger. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. No driver errors by the truck operator are listed. The force of the collision left the SUV destroyed at the front, while the truck sustained rear-end damage but remained largely unmoved.
Pedestrian Injured by Backing Sedan on Pacific Street▸A 64-year-old woman was struck while crossing Pacific Street with the signal. The sedan was backing unsafely. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver caused the crash by backing without caution.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Pacific Street while crossing with the signal. The crash involved a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling east that was backing unsafely. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to ensure the path was clear before reversing. There was no damage to the vehicle, and the driver was licensed in New York. The pedestrian was not at fault. The crash highlights the danger of unsafe backing maneuvers in areas with pedestrian traffic.
Limo Struck on Left by Turning Box Truck▸A northbound limo on Bergen Street was hit on its left side by a southbound box truck making a right turn. The limo driver, a 57-year-old man, suffered a back injury. Police cited failure to keep right as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, a 2023 Cadillac limo traveling north on Bergen Street was struck on its left side doors by a 2013 box truck making a right turn southbound. The limo driver, a 57-year-old male occupant, sustained a back injury and remained conscious. The report lists "Failure to Keep Right" as the contributing factor to the crash. The limo driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The box truck driver’s license status and jurisdiction were not provided. The impact occurred on the limo's left side and the truck's right front quarter panel. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUVs Collide on Ralph Avenue, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed on Ralph Avenue. One driver made a left turn. The other went straight. Impact hit front bumpers. A 42-year-old female driver suffered back injuries. She remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Ralph Avenue. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight south. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. A 42-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining back injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error during the left turn maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Slams Sedan Rear on Nostrand Avenue▸SUV hit sedan from behind on Nostrand Avenue. Front passenger, 26, suffered neck injury and whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in by lap belt and harness. No driver errors listed. Urban traffic, hard impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 SUV rear-ended a 2024 sedan traveling south on Nostrand Avenue. The SUV struck the sedan's center back end. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The sedan had two occupants, including a New Jersey-licensed driver. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The force of the collision caused moderate injury to the passenger, underscoring the risk of rear-end crashes in city traffic.
3Pickup Truck Strikes, Kills Child Passenger in Brooklyn▸A pickup truck moved east on Atlantic Avenue. The driver lost focus. The truck struck. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy bled out. Belt fastened. Airbag deployed. Nothing stopped the dying. Brooklyn lost another child to the street.
A pickup truck driven by a permit holder struck with its front on Atlantic Avenue near Brooklyn Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy suffered severe bleeding and died. He was wearing a seatbelt and the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The child, a rear passenger, was not ejected. The crash left the boy dead and exposed the deadly risk faced by passengers, even when safety equipment is used. The system failed to protect him.
Two Sedans Collide on Eastern Parkway▸Two sedans traveling east on Eastern Parkway crashed head-to-tail. The rear passenger in one car suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles showed center impact damage. The injured occupant was not ejected and wore no safety equipment.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Eastern Parkway while both were traveling straight ahead eastbound. The impact occurred at the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the trailing vehicle. A 31-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear of one sedan sustained injuries to her entire body and was in shock. She was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision caused damage centered on the rear of one vehicle and the front of the other.
Chi Ossé Opposes DOT Delay of Safety Boosting Bike Lane▸Council Member Chi Ossé condemned DOT for stalling the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The lane, long promised and long dangerous, remains unbuilt. Ossé demanded action. Cyclists keep dying. DOT offered no timeline. The city’s failure leaves lives at risk.
""I'm very excited that Council Member Ossé publicly expressed his and the District 36 community's strong support of the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue that DOT promised would be installed this summer."" -- Chi A. Ossé
On November 2, 2023, Council Member Chi Ossé publicly criticized the Department of Transportation for delaying the protected bike lane project on Bedford Avenue. The project, which was supposed to upgrade a painted lane to a parking-protected lane, has been pushed to at least next spring. Ossé wrote to DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, calling the delay 'unacceptable' and demanding a firm installation date. He stated, 'The Bedford Avenue bike lane has been unacceptably dangerous since it was first laid, and for years, the people of my district have been promised that it would be protected.' Advocacy groups, including Transportation Alternatives, echoed his frustration, citing record cyclist deaths and urgent need for safety. The DOT has not responded to requests for comment. The delay highlights the city’s repeated failures to deliver promised street safety improvements.
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Council Member Chi Ossé Blasts DOT For Delaying — And Maybe Killing — Bedford Ave Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-02
A southbound SUV and eastbound sedan collided on Buffalo Avenue. The sedan driver suffered full-body injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as key factors. The SUV struck the sedan’s right front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Buffalo Avenue around 9:30 a.m. A 29-year-old male sedan driver was injured with complaints of pain and nausea, sustaining injuries to his entire body and experiencing shock. The collision involved a 2011 SUV traveling south and a 2016 sedan traveling east, both going straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan, causing damage to the right side doors of the SUV and the front end of the sedan. The report identifies driver inattention and distraction, along with failure to yield right-of-way by the sedan driver, as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and not ejected. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
Moped Driver Ejected in High-Speed Sedan Crash▸A moped driver was ejected and suffered neck injuries after a high-speed collision with a sedan on Troy Avenue. The crash involved driver inattention and unsafe speed, resulting in a violent impact that left the rider with whiplash and serious trauma.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:00 PM on Troy Avenue involving a sedan and a moped traveling straight ahead in perpendicular directions. The moped driver, a 52-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained neck injuries described as whiplash, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The sedan, registered in Pennsylvania, struck the moped at its center front end while traveling west. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision's force caused significant damage to both vehicles' front ends, emphasizing the severity of the impact and the systemic danger posed by speeding and distracted driving.
E-Scooter Driver Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸In Brooklyn, an 11-year-old e-scooter driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck the scooter’s front. The crash at Utica Avenue involved unsafe speed and driver inexperience, leaving the young rider bruised but conscious.
According to the police report, the collision occurred at 15:20 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. An 11-year-old female e-scooter driver was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors for the e-scooter driver. The sedan, traveling east, struck the e-scooter’s center front end with its left rear quarter panel. The e-scooter was traveling south, going straight ahead before impact. The young rider was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. The report highlights the e-scooter driver’s unsafe speed and inexperience, emphasizing driver errors rather than victim fault.
Cyclist Struck by Left-Turning Car in Brooklyn▸A 62-year-old cyclist was hit by a left-turning car on Rochester Avenue. He suffered serious leg injuries. His bike was demolished. The crash shows the danger of turning vehicles for people on bikes.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old man riding a bike northbound on Rochester Avenue was struck by a vehicle making a left turn from Pacific Street. The cyclist suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. His bike was demolished. The report notes the vehicle was making a left turn, a frequent driver action in such crashes. No contributing factors were listed for the cyclist. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, but the report highlights the impact and the left-turn maneuver as central to the crash. The cyclist remained conscious and was not ejected. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
3Three Pedestrians Injured in Brooklyn Crash▸A driver struck three pedestrians at Ralph Avenue. All were crossing with the signal. They suffered serious injuries. The driver was distracted and failed to yield. Shock rippled through the scene.
Three pedestrians, ages 9, 10, and 55, were injured while crossing Ralph Avenue with the signal. According to the police report, the driver, a licensed female operating a 2013 SUV, was distracted and failed to yield the right-of-way. The 9-year-old boy sustained a back injury, the 10-year-old girl injured her elbow, and the 55-year-old woman suffered a shoulder injury. All three reported pain and shock following the incident. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was traveling west at the time of the crash.
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-12-31
Motorcycle Crash on Atlantic Avenue Injures Rider▸A 43-year-old male motorcyclist was injured on Atlantic Avenue. The crash involved a motorcycle traveling east. The rider suffered fractures and dislocations to his lower leg and foot. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on Atlantic Avenue collided with another vehicle. The motorcyclist, a 43-year-old male driver, sustained knee, lower leg, and foot injuries including fractures and dislocations. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash caused damage to the motorcycle's left front bumper. The rider remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies driver inattention and distraction as key errors leading to the crash.
SUV Hits Parked Sedan on Kingston Avenue▸A 43-year-old male driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after his SUV struck a parked sedan’s left rear bumper on Kingston Avenue. The crash involved alcohol. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver in a 2011 SUV collided with a parked 2019 sedan on Kingston Avenue. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left rear bumper, causing injuries to the driver’s knee, lower leg, and foot, along with whiplash. The driver was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The crash involved no ejections. The driver held a valid New York license. The collision also involved a pick-up truck traveling west, which struck the SUV’s left side doors. The primary driver error indicated is alcohol involvement, with no other driver errors specified.
SUV Left Turn Hits Bicyclist Going Straight▸A 32-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Classon Avenue. The SUV driver made a left turn and struck the cyclist traveling straight north. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The cyclist wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a 2019 SUV traveling north on Classon Avenue made a left turn and collided with a 32-year-old male bicyclist going straight north. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper, the point of impact. The bicyclist was conscious and wearing a helmet. The report lists no specific contributing factors but notes the SUV was making a left turn while the bicyclist was going straight. This suggests a failure to yield by the SUV driver. The bicyclist was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
2SUV Left Turn Slams Into Northbound Sedan▸SUV turned left on Utica Avenue. Sedan going straight struck its front. Both drivers hurt. Chest and leg injuries. Shock followed. Metal twisted. Pain lingered.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Utica Avenue collided with a Honda sedan traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper hit the SUV's center front end. The 43-year-old woman driving the SUV and a 51-year-old male passenger suffered chest and leg injuries. Both reported pain and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors, only unspecified contributing factors. Both vehicles were damaged at the front. All occupants were licensed and wore seat belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
E-Bike Rider Dies on Broken Rogers Avenue▸A man rode north on Rogers Avenue. The pavement broke beneath him. He flew from his e-bike. His head struck the street. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He died there, alone, in the morning light.
A 37-year-old man riding an e-bike north on Rogers Avenue was killed after hitting defective pavement. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his bike, struck his head, and died from severe bleeding. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The crash caused fatal head injuries. The police note the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the systemic hazard of broken pavement. No other vehicles or people were involved. The street failed him. The city failed him.
2Taxi Crash Injures Two Rear Passengers▸A taxi traveling south on Franklin Avenue crashed, striking the center back end. Two male rear passengers suffered back injuries and whiplash. Alcohol involvement was noted. Both remained conscious and were not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, a 2012 Ford taxi traveling south on Franklin Avenue struck an object or vehicle at the center back end. Two male rear passengers, ages 35 and 37, were injured with back pain and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The driver’s errors include impaired operation due to alcohol involvement. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passengers’ safety equipment status is unknown. The crash caused moderate injuries to the occupants in the rear seats.
SUV Slams Truck, Elderly Passenger Killed▸A Jeep rear-ended a diesel truck on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV’s front crumpled. The truck barely moved. An 88-year-old woman, belted in the front seat, died inside the wreck. She never made it out. Impact was sudden. Death was total.
A Jeep SUV struck the rear of a diesel tractor truck on Atlantic Avenue near Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep rear-ended a diesel truck. The SUV’s front folded. The truck barely moved. An 88-year-old woman, belted in the front seat, died. Her body shattered inside the car. She never got out.' The crash killed the elderly front-seat passenger. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. No driver errors by the truck operator are listed. The force of the collision left the SUV destroyed at the front, while the truck sustained rear-end damage but remained largely unmoved.
Pedestrian Injured by Backing Sedan on Pacific Street▸A 64-year-old woman was struck while crossing Pacific Street with the signal. The sedan was backing unsafely. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver caused the crash by backing without caution.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Pacific Street while crossing with the signal. The crash involved a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling east that was backing unsafely. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to ensure the path was clear before reversing. There was no damage to the vehicle, and the driver was licensed in New York. The pedestrian was not at fault. The crash highlights the danger of unsafe backing maneuvers in areas with pedestrian traffic.
Limo Struck on Left by Turning Box Truck▸A northbound limo on Bergen Street was hit on its left side by a southbound box truck making a right turn. The limo driver, a 57-year-old man, suffered a back injury. Police cited failure to keep right as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, a 2023 Cadillac limo traveling north on Bergen Street was struck on its left side doors by a 2013 box truck making a right turn southbound. The limo driver, a 57-year-old male occupant, sustained a back injury and remained conscious. The report lists "Failure to Keep Right" as the contributing factor to the crash. The limo driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The box truck driver’s license status and jurisdiction were not provided. The impact occurred on the limo's left side and the truck's right front quarter panel. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUVs Collide on Ralph Avenue, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed on Ralph Avenue. One driver made a left turn. The other went straight. Impact hit front bumpers. A 42-year-old female driver suffered back injuries. She remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Ralph Avenue. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight south. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. A 42-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining back injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error during the left turn maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Slams Sedan Rear on Nostrand Avenue▸SUV hit sedan from behind on Nostrand Avenue. Front passenger, 26, suffered neck injury and whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in by lap belt and harness. No driver errors listed. Urban traffic, hard impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 SUV rear-ended a 2024 sedan traveling south on Nostrand Avenue. The SUV struck the sedan's center back end. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The sedan had two occupants, including a New Jersey-licensed driver. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The force of the collision caused moderate injury to the passenger, underscoring the risk of rear-end crashes in city traffic.
3Pickup Truck Strikes, Kills Child Passenger in Brooklyn▸A pickup truck moved east on Atlantic Avenue. The driver lost focus. The truck struck. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy bled out. Belt fastened. Airbag deployed. Nothing stopped the dying. Brooklyn lost another child to the street.
A pickup truck driven by a permit holder struck with its front on Atlantic Avenue near Brooklyn Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy suffered severe bleeding and died. He was wearing a seatbelt and the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The child, a rear passenger, was not ejected. The crash left the boy dead and exposed the deadly risk faced by passengers, even when safety equipment is used. The system failed to protect him.
Two Sedans Collide on Eastern Parkway▸Two sedans traveling east on Eastern Parkway crashed head-to-tail. The rear passenger in one car suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles showed center impact damage. The injured occupant was not ejected and wore no safety equipment.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Eastern Parkway while both were traveling straight ahead eastbound. The impact occurred at the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the trailing vehicle. A 31-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear of one sedan sustained injuries to her entire body and was in shock. She was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision caused damage centered on the rear of one vehicle and the front of the other.
Chi Ossé Opposes DOT Delay of Safety Boosting Bike Lane▸Council Member Chi Ossé condemned DOT for stalling the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The lane, long promised and long dangerous, remains unbuilt. Ossé demanded action. Cyclists keep dying. DOT offered no timeline. The city’s failure leaves lives at risk.
""I'm very excited that Council Member Ossé publicly expressed his and the District 36 community's strong support of the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue that DOT promised would be installed this summer."" -- Chi A. Ossé
On November 2, 2023, Council Member Chi Ossé publicly criticized the Department of Transportation for delaying the protected bike lane project on Bedford Avenue. The project, which was supposed to upgrade a painted lane to a parking-protected lane, has been pushed to at least next spring. Ossé wrote to DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, calling the delay 'unacceptable' and demanding a firm installation date. He stated, 'The Bedford Avenue bike lane has been unacceptably dangerous since it was first laid, and for years, the people of my district have been promised that it would be protected.' Advocacy groups, including Transportation Alternatives, echoed his frustration, citing record cyclist deaths and urgent need for safety. The DOT has not responded to requests for comment. The delay highlights the city’s repeated failures to deliver promised street safety improvements.
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Council Member Chi Ossé Blasts DOT For Delaying — And Maybe Killing — Bedford Ave Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-02
A moped driver was ejected and suffered neck injuries after a high-speed collision with a sedan on Troy Avenue. The crash involved driver inattention and unsafe speed, resulting in a violent impact that left the rider with whiplash and serious trauma.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:00 PM on Troy Avenue involving a sedan and a moped traveling straight ahead in perpendicular directions. The moped driver, a 52-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained neck injuries described as whiplash, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The sedan, registered in Pennsylvania, struck the moped at its center front end while traveling west. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision's force caused significant damage to both vehicles' front ends, emphasizing the severity of the impact and the systemic danger posed by speeding and distracted driving.
E-Scooter Driver Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸In Brooklyn, an 11-year-old e-scooter driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck the scooter’s front. The crash at Utica Avenue involved unsafe speed and driver inexperience, leaving the young rider bruised but conscious.
According to the police report, the collision occurred at 15:20 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. An 11-year-old female e-scooter driver was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors for the e-scooter driver. The sedan, traveling east, struck the e-scooter’s center front end with its left rear quarter panel. The e-scooter was traveling south, going straight ahead before impact. The young rider was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. The report highlights the e-scooter driver’s unsafe speed and inexperience, emphasizing driver errors rather than victim fault.
Cyclist Struck by Left-Turning Car in Brooklyn▸A 62-year-old cyclist was hit by a left-turning car on Rochester Avenue. He suffered serious leg injuries. His bike was demolished. The crash shows the danger of turning vehicles for people on bikes.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old man riding a bike northbound on Rochester Avenue was struck by a vehicle making a left turn from Pacific Street. The cyclist suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. His bike was demolished. The report notes the vehicle was making a left turn, a frequent driver action in such crashes. No contributing factors were listed for the cyclist. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, but the report highlights the impact and the left-turn maneuver as central to the crash. The cyclist remained conscious and was not ejected. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
3Three Pedestrians Injured in Brooklyn Crash▸A driver struck three pedestrians at Ralph Avenue. All were crossing with the signal. They suffered serious injuries. The driver was distracted and failed to yield. Shock rippled through the scene.
Three pedestrians, ages 9, 10, and 55, were injured while crossing Ralph Avenue with the signal. According to the police report, the driver, a licensed female operating a 2013 SUV, was distracted and failed to yield the right-of-way. The 9-year-old boy sustained a back injury, the 10-year-old girl injured her elbow, and the 55-year-old woman suffered a shoulder injury. All three reported pain and shock following the incident. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was traveling west at the time of the crash.
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-12-31
Motorcycle Crash on Atlantic Avenue Injures Rider▸A 43-year-old male motorcyclist was injured on Atlantic Avenue. The crash involved a motorcycle traveling east. The rider suffered fractures and dislocations to his lower leg and foot. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on Atlantic Avenue collided with another vehicle. The motorcyclist, a 43-year-old male driver, sustained knee, lower leg, and foot injuries including fractures and dislocations. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash caused damage to the motorcycle's left front bumper. The rider remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies driver inattention and distraction as key errors leading to the crash.
SUV Hits Parked Sedan on Kingston Avenue▸A 43-year-old male driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after his SUV struck a parked sedan’s left rear bumper on Kingston Avenue. The crash involved alcohol. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver in a 2011 SUV collided with a parked 2019 sedan on Kingston Avenue. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left rear bumper, causing injuries to the driver’s knee, lower leg, and foot, along with whiplash. The driver was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The crash involved no ejections. The driver held a valid New York license. The collision also involved a pick-up truck traveling west, which struck the SUV’s left side doors. The primary driver error indicated is alcohol involvement, with no other driver errors specified.
SUV Left Turn Hits Bicyclist Going Straight▸A 32-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Classon Avenue. The SUV driver made a left turn and struck the cyclist traveling straight north. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The cyclist wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a 2019 SUV traveling north on Classon Avenue made a left turn and collided with a 32-year-old male bicyclist going straight north. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper, the point of impact. The bicyclist was conscious and wearing a helmet. The report lists no specific contributing factors but notes the SUV was making a left turn while the bicyclist was going straight. This suggests a failure to yield by the SUV driver. The bicyclist was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
2SUV Left Turn Slams Into Northbound Sedan▸SUV turned left on Utica Avenue. Sedan going straight struck its front. Both drivers hurt. Chest and leg injuries. Shock followed. Metal twisted. Pain lingered.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Utica Avenue collided with a Honda sedan traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper hit the SUV's center front end. The 43-year-old woman driving the SUV and a 51-year-old male passenger suffered chest and leg injuries. Both reported pain and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors, only unspecified contributing factors. Both vehicles were damaged at the front. All occupants were licensed and wore seat belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
E-Bike Rider Dies on Broken Rogers Avenue▸A man rode north on Rogers Avenue. The pavement broke beneath him. He flew from his e-bike. His head struck the street. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He died there, alone, in the morning light.
A 37-year-old man riding an e-bike north on Rogers Avenue was killed after hitting defective pavement. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his bike, struck his head, and died from severe bleeding. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The crash caused fatal head injuries. The police note the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the systemic hazard of broken pavement. No other vehicles or people were involved. The street failed him. The city failed him.
2Taxi Crash Injures Two Rear Passengers▸A taxi traveling south on Franklin Avenue crashed, striking the center back end. Two male rear passengers suffered back injuries and whiplash. Alcohol involvement was noted. Both remained conscious and were not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, a 2012 Ford taxi traveling south on Franklin Avenue struck an object or vehicle at the center back end. Two male rear passengers, ages 35 and 37, were injured with back pain and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The driver’s errors include impaired operation due to alcohol involvement. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passengers’ safety equipment status is unknown. The crash caused moderate injuries to the occupants in the rear seats.
SUV Slams Truck, Elderly Passenger Killed▸A Jeep rear-ended a diesel truck on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV’s front crumpled. The truck barely moved. An 88-year-old woman, belted in the front seat, died inside the wreck. She never made it out. Impact was sudden. Death was total.
A Jeep SUV struck the rear of a diesel tractor truck on Atlantic Avenue near Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep rear-ended a diesel truck. The SUV’s front folded. The truck barely moved. An 88-year-old woman, belted in the front seat, died. Her body shattered inside the car. She never got out.' The crash killed the elderly front-seat passenger. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. No driver errors by the truck operator are listed. The force of the collision left the SUV destroyed at the front, while the truck sustained rear-end damage but remained largely unmoved.
Pedestrian Injured by Backing Sedan on Pacific Street▸A 64-year-old woman was struck while crossing Pacific Street with the signal. The sedan was backing unsafely. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver caused the crash by backing without caution.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Pacific Street while crossing with the signal. The crash involved a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling east that was backing unsafely. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to ensure the path was clear before reversing. There was no damage to the vehicle, and the driver was licensed in New York. The pedestrian was not at fault. The crash highlights the danger of unsafe backing maneuvers in areas with pedestrian traffic.
Limo Struck on Left by Turning Box Truck▸A northbound limo on Bergen Street was hit on its left side by a southbound box truck making a right turn. The limo driver, a 57-year-old man, suffered a back injury. Police cited failure to keep right as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, a 2023 Cadillac limo traveling north on Bergen Street was struck on its left side doors by a 2013 box truck making a right turn southbound. The limo driver, a 57-year-old male occupant, sustained a back injury and remained conscious. The report lists "Failure to Keep Right" as the contributing factor to the crash. The limo driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The box truck driver’s license status and jurisdiction were not provided. The impact occurred on the limo's left side and the truck's right front quarter panel. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUVs Collide on Ralph Avenue, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed on Ralph Avenue. One driver made a left turn. The other went straight. Impact hit front bumpers. A 42-year-old female driver suffered back injuries. She remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Ralph Avenue. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight south. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. A 42-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining back injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error during the left turn maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Slams Sedan Rear on Nostrand Avenue▸SUV hit sedan from behind on Nostrand Avenue. Front passenger, 26, suffered neck injury and whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in by lap belt and harness. No driver errors listed. Urban traffic, hard impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 SUV rear-ended a 2024 sedan traveling south on Nostrand Avenue. The SUV struck the sedan's center back end. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The sedan had two occupants, including a New Jersey-licensed driver. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The force of the collision caused moderate injury to the passenger, underscoring the risk of rear-end crashes in city traffic.
3Pickup Truck Strikes, Kills Child Passenger in Brooklyn▸A pickup truck moved east on Atlantic Avenue. The driver lost focus. The truck struck. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy bled out. Belt fastened. Airbag deployed. Nothing stopped the dying. Brooklyn lost another child to the street.
A pickup truck driven by a permit holder struck with its front on Atlantic Avenue near Brooklyn Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy suffered severe bleeding and died. He was wearing a seatbelt and the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The child, a rear passenger, was not ejected. The crash left the boy dead and exposed the deadly risk faced by passengers, even when safety equipment is used. The system failed to protect him.
Two Sedans Collide on Eastern Parkway▸Two sedans traveling east on Eastern Parkway crashed head-to-tail. The rear passenger in one car suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles showed center impact damage. The injured occupant was not ejected and wore no safety equipment.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Eastern Parkway while both were traveling straight ahead eastbound. The impact occurred at the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the trailing vehicle. A 31-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear of one sedan sustained injuries to her entire body and was in shock. She was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision caused damage centered on the rear of one vehicle and the front of the other.
Chi Ossé Opposes DOT Delay of Safety Boosting Bike Lane▸Council Member Chi Ossé condemned DOT for stalling the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The lane, long promised and long dangerous, remains unbuilt. Ossé demanded action. Cyclists keep dying. DOT offered no timeline. The city’s failure leaves lives at risk.
""I'm very excited that Council Member Ossé publicly expressed his and the District 36 community's strong support of the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue that DOT promised would be installed this summer."" -- Chi A. Ossé
On November 2, 2023, Council Member Chi Ossé publicly criticized the Department of Transportation for delaying the protected bike lane project on Bedford Avenue. The project, which was supposed to upgrade a painted lane to a parking-protected lane, has been pushed to at least next spring. Ossé wrote to DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, calling the delay 'unacceptable' and demanding a firm installation date. He stated, 'The Bedford Avenue bike lane has been unacceptably dangerous since it was first laid, and for years, the people of my district have been promised that it would be protected.' Advocacy groups, including Transportation Alternatives, echoed his frustration, citing record cyclist deaths and urgent need for safety. The DOT has not responded to requests for comment. The delay highlights the city’s repeated failures to deliver promised street safety improvements.
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Council Member Chi Ossé Blasts DOT For Delaying — And Maybe Killing — Bedford Ave Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-02
In Brooklyn, an 11-year-old e-scooter driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck the scooter’s front. The crash at Utica Avenue involved unsafe speed and driver inexperience, leaving the young rider bruised but conscious.
According to the police report, the collision occurred at 15:20 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. An 11-year-old female e-scooter driver was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors for the e-scooter driver. The sedan, traveling east, struck the e-scooter’s center front end with its left rear quarter panel. The e-scooter was traveling south, going straight ahead before impact. The young rider was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. The report highlights the e-scooter driver’s unsafe speed and inexperience, emphasizing driver errors rather than victim fault.
Cyclist Struck by Left-Turning Car in Brooklyn▸A 62-year-old cyclist was hit by a left-turning car on Rochester Avenue. He suffered serious leg injuries. His bike was demolished. The crash shows the danger of turning vehicles for people on bikes.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old man riding a bike northbound on Rochester Avenue was struck by a vehicle making a left turn from Pacific Street. The cyclist suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. His bike was demolished. The report notes the vehicle was making a left turn, a frequent driver action in such crashes. No contributing factors were listed for the cyclist. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, but the report highlights the impact and the left-turn maneuver as central to the crash. The cyclist remained conscious and was not ejected. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
3Three Pedestrians Injured in Brooklyn Crash▸A driver struck three pedestrians at Ralph Avenue. All were crossing with the signal. They suffered serious injuries. The driver was distracted and failed to yield. Shock rippled through the scene.
Three pedestrians, ages 9, 10, and 55, were injured while crossing Ralph Avenue with the signal. According to the police report, the driver, a licensed female operating a 2013 SUV, was distracted and failed to yield the right-of-way. The 9-year-old boy sustained a back injury, the 10-year-old girl injured her elbow, and the 55-year-old woman suffered a shoulder injury. All three reported pain and shock following the incident. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was traveling west at the time of the crash.
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-12-31
Motorcycle Crash on Atlantic Avenue Injures Rider▸A 43-year-old male motorcyclist was injured on Atlantic Avenue. The crash involved a motorcycle traveling east. The rider suffered fractures and dislocations to his lower leg and foot. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on Atlantic Avenue collided with another vehicle. The motorcyclist, a 43-year-old male driver, sustained knee, lower leg, and foot injuries including fractures and dislocations. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash caused damage to the motorcycle's left front bumper. The rider remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies driver inattention and distraction as key errors leading to the crash.
SUV Hits Parked Sedan on Kingston Avenue▸A 43-year-old male driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after his SUV struck a parked sedan’s left rear bumper on Kingston Avenue. The crash involved alcohol. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver in a 2011 SUV collided with a parked 2019 sedan on Kingston Avenue. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left rear bumper, causing injuries to the driver’s knee, lower leg, and foot, along with whiplash. The driver was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The crash involved no ejections. The driver held a valid New York license. The collision also involved a pick-up truck traveling west, which struck the SUV’s left side doors. The primary driver error indicated is alcohol involvement, with no other driver errors specified.
SUV Left Turn Hits Bicyclist Going Straight▸A 32-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Classon Avenue. The SUV driver made a left turn and struck the cyclist traveling straight north. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The cyclist wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a 2019 SUV traveling north on Classon Avenue made a left turn and collided with a 32-year-old male bicyclist going straight north. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper, the point of impact. The bicyclist was conscious and wearing a helmet. The report lists no specific contributing factors but notes the SUV was making a left turn while the bicyclist was going straight. This suggests a failure to yield by the SUV driver. The bicyclist was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
2SUV Left Turn Slams Into Northbound Sedan▸SUV turned left on Utica Avenue. Sedan going straight struck its front. Both drivers hurt. Chest and leg injuries. Shock followed. Metal twisted. Pain lingered.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Utica Avenue collided with a Honda sedan traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper hit the SUV's center front end. The 43-year-old woman driving the SUV and a 51-year-old male passenger suffered chest and leg injuries. Both reported pain and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors, only unspecified contributing factors. Both vehicles were damaged at the front. All occupants were licensed and wore seat belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
E-Bike Rider Dies on Broken Rogers Avenue▸A man rode north on Rogers Avenue. The pavement broke beneath him. He flew from his e-bike. His head struck the street. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He died there, alone, in the morning light.
A 37-year-old man riding an e-bike north on Rogers Avenue was killed after hitting defective pavement. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his bike, struck his head, and died from severe bleeding. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The crash caused fatal head injuries. The police note the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the systemic hazard of broken pavement. No other vehicles or people were involved. The street failed him. The city failed him.
2Taxi Crash Injures Two Rear Passengers▸A taxi traveling south on Franklin Avenue crashed, striking the center back end. Two male rear passengers suffered back injuries and whiplash. Alcohol involvement was noted. Both remained conscious and were not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, a 2012 Ford taxi traveling south on Franklin Avenue struck an object or vehicle at the center back end. Two male rear passengers, ages 35 and 37, were injured with back pain and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The driver’s errors include impaired operation due to alcohol involvement. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passengers’ safety equipment status is unknown. The crash caused moderate injuries to the occupants in the rear seats.
SUV Slams Truck, Elderly Passenger Killed▸A Jeep rear-ended a diesel truck on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV’s front crumpled. The truck barely moved. An 88-year-old woman, belted in the front seat, died inside the wreck. She never made it out. Impact was sudden. Death was total.
A Jeep SUV struck the rear of a diesel tractor truck on Atlantic Avenue near Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep rear-ended a diesel truck. The SUV’s front folded. The truck barely moved. An 88-year-old woman, belted in the front seat, died. Her body shattered inside the car. She never got out.' The crash killed the elderly front-seat passenger. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. No driver errors by the truck operator are listed. The force of the collision left the SUV destroyed at the front, while the truck sustained rear-end damage but remained largely unmoved.
Pedestrian Injured by Backing Sedan on Pacific Street▸A 64-year-old woman was struck while crossing Pacific Street with the signal. The sedan was backing unsafely. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver caused the crash by backing without caution.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Pacific Street while crossing with the signal. The crash involved a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling east that was backing unsafely. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to ensure the path was clear before reversing. There was no damage to the vehicle, and the driver was licensed in New York. The pedestrian was not at fault. The crash highlights the danger of unsafe backing maneuvers in areas with pedestrian traffic.
Limo Struck on Left by Turning Box Truck▸A northbound limo on Bergen Street was hit on its left side by a southbound box truck making a right turn. The limo driver, a 57-year-old man, suffered a back injury. Police cited failure to keep right as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, a 2023 Cadillac limo traveling north on Bergen Street was struck on its left side doors by a 2013 box truck making a right turn southbound. The limo driver, a 57-year-old male occupant, sustained a back injury and remained conscious. The report lists "Failure to Keep Right" as the contributing factor to the crash. The limo driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The box truck driver’s license status and jurisdiction were not provided. The impact occurred on the limo's left side and the truck's right front quarter panel. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUVs Collide on Ralph Avenue, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed on Ralph Avenue. One driver made a left turn. The other went straight. Impact hit front bumpers. A 42-year-old female driver suffered back injuries. She remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Ralph Avenue. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight south. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. A 42-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining back injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error during the left turn maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Slams Sedan Rear on Nostrand Avenue▸SUV hit sedan from behind on Nostrand Avenue. Front passenger, 26, suffered neck injury and whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in by lap belt and harness. No driver errors listed. Urban traffic, hard impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 SUV rear-ended a 2024 sedan traveling south on Nostrand Avenue. The SUV struck the sedan's center back end. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The sedan had two occupants, including a New Jersey-licensed driver. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The force of the collision caused moderate injury to the passenger, underscoring the risk of rear-end crashes in city traffic.
3Pickup Truck Strikes, Kills Child Passenger in Brooklyn▸A pickup truck moved east on Atlantic Avenue. The driver lost focus. The truck struck. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy bled out. Belt fastened. Airbag deployed. Nothing stopped the dying. Brooklyn lost another child to the street.
A pickup truck driven by a permit holder struck with its front on Atlantic Avenue near Brooklyn Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy suffered severe bleeding and died. He was wearing a seatbelt and the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The child, a rear passenger, was not ejected. The crash left the boy dead and exposed the deadly risk faced by passengers, even when safety equipment is used. The system failed to protect him.
Two Sedans Collide on Eastern Parkway▸Two sedans traveling east on Eastern Parkway crashed head-to-tail. The rear passenger in one car suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles showed center impact damage. The injured occupant was not ejected and wore no safety equipment.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Eastern Parkway while both were traveling straight ahead eastbound. The impact occurred at the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the trailing vehicle. A 31-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear of one sedan sustained injuries to her entire body and was in shock. She was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision caused damage centered on the rear of one vehicle and the front of the other.
Chi Ossé Opposes DOT Delay of Safety Boosting Bike Lane▸Council Member Chi Ossé condemned DOT for stalling the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The lane, long promised and long dangerous, remains unbuilt. Ossé demanded action. Cyclists keep dying. DOT offered no timeline. The city’s failure leaves lives at risk.
""I'm very excited that Council Member Ossé publicly expressed his and the District 36 community's strong support of the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue that DOT promised would be installed this summer."" -- Chi A. Ossé
On November 2, 2023, Council Member Chi Ossé publicly criticized the Department of Transportation for delaying the protected bike lane project on Bedford Avenue. The project, which was supposed to upgrade a painted lane to a parking-protected lane, has been pushed to at least next spring. Ossé wrote to DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, calling the delay 'unacceptable' and demanding a firm installation date. He stated, 'The Bedford Avenue bike lane has been unacceptably dangerous since it was first laid, and for years, the people of my district have been promised that it would be protected.' Advocacy groups, including Transportation Alternatives, echoed his frustration, citing record cyclist deaths and urgent need for safety. The DOT has not responded to requests for comment. The delay highlights the city’s repeated failures to deliver promised street safety improvements.
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Council Member Chi Ossé Blasts DOT For Delaying — And Maybe Killing — Bedford Ave Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-02
A 62-year-old cyclist was hit by a left-turning car on Rochester Avenue. He suffered serious leg injuries. His bike was demolished. The crash shows the danger of turning vehicles for people on bikes.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old man riding a bike northbound on Rochester Avenue was struck by a vehicle making a left turn from Pacific Street. The cyclist suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. His bike was demolished. The report notes the vehicle was making a left turn, a frequent driver action in such crashes. No contributing factors were listed for the cyclist. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, but the report highlights the impact and the left-turn maneuver as central to the crash. The cyclist remained conscious and was not ejected. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
3Three Pedestrians Injured in Brooklyn Crash▸A driver struck three pedestrians at Ralph Avenue. All were crossing with the signal. They suffered serious injuries. The driver was distracted and failed to yield. Shock rippled through the scene.
Three pedestrians, ages 9, 10, and 55, were injured while crossing Ralph Avenue with the signal. According to the police report, the driver, a licensed female operating a 2013 SUV, was distracted and failed to yield the right-of-way. The 9-year-old boy sustained a back injury, the 10-year-old girl injured her elbow, and the 55-year-old woman suffered a shoulder injury. All three reported pain and shock following the incident. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was traveling west at the time of the crash.
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-12-31
Motorcycle Crash on Atlantic Avenue Injures Rider▸A 43-year-old male motorcyclist was injured on Atlantic Avenue. The crash involved a motorcycle traveling east. The rider suffered fractures and dislocations to his lower leg and foot. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on Atlantic Avenue collided with another vehicle. The motorcyclist, a 43-year-old male driver, sustained knee, lower leg, and foot injuries including fractures and dislocations. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash caused damage to the motorcycle's left front bumper. The rider remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies driver inattention and distraction as key errors leading to the crash.
SUV Hits Parked Sedan on Kingston Avenue▸A 43-year-old male driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after his SUV struck a parked sedan’s left rear bumper on Kingston Avenue. The crash involved alcohol. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver in a 2011 SUV collided with a parked 2019 sedan on Kingston Avenue. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left rear bumper, causing injuries to the driver’s knee, lower leg, and foot, along with whiplash. The driver was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The crash involved no ejections. The driver held a valid New York license. The collision also involved a pick-up truck traveling west, which struck the SUV’s left side doors. The primary driver error indicated is alcohol involvement, with no other driver errors specified.
SUV Left Turn Hits Bicyclist Going Straight▸A 32-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Classon Avenue. The SUV driver made a left turn and struck the cyclist traveling straight north. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The cyclist wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a 2019 SUV traveling north on Classon Avenue made a left turn and collided with a 32-year-old male bicyclist going straight north. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper, the point of impact. The bicyclist was conscious and wearing a helmet. The report lists no specific contributing factors but notes the SUV was making a left turn while the bicyclist was going straight. This suggests a failure to yield by the SUV driver. The bicyclist was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
2SUV Left Turn Slams Into Northbound Sedan▸SUV turned left on Utica Avenue. Sedan going straight struck its front. Both drivers hurt. Chest and leg injuries. Shock followed. Metal twisted. Pain lingered.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Utica Avenue collided with a Honda sedan traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper hit the SUV's center front end. The 43-year-old woman driving the SUV and a 51-year-old male passenger suffered chest and leg injuries. Both reported pain and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors, only unspecified contributing factors. Both vehicles were damaged at the front. All occupants were licensed and wore seat belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
E-Bike Rider Dies on Broken Rogers Avenue▸A man rode north on Rogers Avenue. The pavement broke beneath him. He flew from his e-bike. His head struck the street. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He died there, alone, in the morning light.
A 37-year-old man riding an e-bike north on Rogers Avenue was killed after hitting defective pavement. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his bike, struck his head, and died from severe bleeding. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The crash caused fatal head injuries. The police note the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the systemic hazard of broken pavement. No other vehicles or people were involved. The street failed him. The city failed him.
2Taxi Crash Injures Two Rear Passengers▸A taxi traveling south on Franklin Avenue crashed, striking the center back end. Two male rear passengers suffered back injuries and whiplash. Alcohol involvement was noted. Both remained conscious and were not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, a 2012 Ford taxi traveling south on Franklin Avenue struck an object or vehicle at the center back end. Two male rear passengers, ages 35 and 37, were injured with back pain and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The driver’s errors include impaired operation due to alcohol involvement. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passengers’ safety equipment status is unknown. The crash caused moderate injuries to the occupants in the rear seats.
SUV Slams Truck, Elderly Passenger Killed▸A Jeep rear-ended a diesel truck on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV’s front crumpled. The truck barely moved. An 88-year-old woman, belted in the front seat, died inside the wreck. She never made it out. Impact was sudden. Death was total.
A Jeep SUV struck the rear of a diesel tractor truck on Atlantic Avenue near Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep rear-ended a diesel truck. The SUV’s front folded. The truck barely moved. An 88-year-old woman, belted in the front seat, died. Her body shattered inside the car. She never got out.' The crash killed the elderly front-seat passenger. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. No driver errors by the truck operator are listed. The force of the collision left the SUV destroyed at the front, while the truck sustained rear-end damage but remained largely unmoved.
Pedestrian Injured by Backing Sedan on Pacific Street▸A 64-year-old woman was struck while crossing Pacific Street with the signal. The sedan was backing unsafely. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver caused the crash by backing without caution.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Pacific Street while crossing with the signal. The crash involved a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling east that was backing unsafely. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to ensure the path was clear before reversing. There was no damage to the vehicle, and the driver was licensed in New York. The pedestrian was not at fault. The crash highlights the danger of unsafe backing maneuvers in areas with pedestrian traffic.
Limo Struck on Left by Turning Box Truck▸A northbound limo on Bergen Street was hit on its left side by a southbound box truck making a right turn. The limo driver, a 57-year-old man, suffered a back injury. Police cited failure to keep right as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, a 2023 Cadillac limo traveling north on Bergen Street was struck on its left side doors by a 2013 box truck making a right turn southbound. The limo driver, a 57-year-old male occupant, sustained a back injury and remained conscious. The report lists "Failure to Keep Right" as the contributing factor to the crash. The limo driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The box truck driver’s license status and jurisdiction were not provided. The impact occurred on the limo's left side and the truck's right front quarter panel. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUVs Collide on Ralph Avenue, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed on Ralph Avenue. One driver made a left turn. The other went straight. Impact hit front bumpers. A 42-year-old female driver suffered back injuries. She remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Ralph Avenue. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight south. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. A 42-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining back injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error during the left turn maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Slams Sedan Rear on Nostrand Avenue▸SUV hit sedan from behind on Nostrand Avenue. Front passenger, 26, suffered neck injury and whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in by lap belt and harness. No driver errors listed. Urban traffic, hard impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 SUV rear-ended a 2024 sedan traveling south on Nostrand Avenue. The SUV struck the sedan's center back end. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The sedan had two occupants, including a New Jersey-licensed driver. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The force of the collision caused moderate injury to the passenger, underscoring the risk of rear-end crashes in city traffic.
3Pickup Truck Strikes, Kills Child Passenger in Brooklyn▸A pickup truck moved east on Atlantic Avenue. The driver lost focus. The truck struck. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy bled out. Belt fastened. Airbag deployed. Nothing stopped the dying. Brooklyn lost another child to the street.
A pickup truck driven by a permit holder struck with its front on Atlantic Avenue near Brooklyn Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy suffered severe bleeding and died. He was wearing a seatbelt and the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The child, a rear passenger, was not ejected. The crash left the boy dead and exposed the deadly risk faced by passengers, even when safety equipment is used. The system failed to protect him.
Two Sedans Collide on Eastern Parkway▸Two sedans traveling east on Eastern Parkway crashed head-to-tail. The rear passenger in one car suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles showed center impact damage. The injured occupant was not ejected and wore no safety equipment.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Eastern Parkway while both were traveling straight ahead eastbound. The impact occurred at the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the trailing vehicle. A 31-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear of one sedan sustained injuries to her entire body and was in shock. She was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision caused damage centered on the rear of one vehicle and the front of the other.
Chi Ossé Opposes DOT Delay of Safety Boosting Bike Lane▸Council Member Chi Ossé condemned DOT for stalling the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The lane, long promised and long dangerous, remains unbuilt. Ossé demanded action. Cyclists keep dying. DOT offered no timeline. The city’s failure leaves lives at risk.
""I'm very excited that Council Member Ossé publicly expressed his and the District 36 community's strong support of the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue that DOT promised would be installed this summer."" -- Chi A. Ossé
On November 2, 2023, Council Member Chi Ossé publicly criticized the Department of Transportation for delaying the protected bike lane project on Bedford Avenue. The project, which was supposed to upgrade a painted lane to a parking-protected lane, has been pushed to at least next spring. Ossé wrote to DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, calling the delay 'unacceptable' and demanding a firm installation date. He stated, 'The Bedford Avenue bike lane has been unacceptably dangerous since it was first laid, and for years, the people of my district have been promised that it would be protected.' Advocacy groups, including Transportation Alternatives, echoed his frustration, citing record cyclist deaths and urgent need for safety. The DOT has not responded to requests for comment. The delay highlights the city’s repeated failures to deliver promised street safety improvements.
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Council Member Chi Ossé Blasts DOT For Delaying — And Maybe Killing — Bedford Ave Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-02
A driver struck three pedestrians at Ralph Avenue. All were crossing with the signal. They suffered serious injuries. The driver was distracted and failed to yield. Shock rippled through the scene.
Three pedestrians, ages 9, 10, and 55, were injured while crossing Ralph Avenue with the signal. According to the police report, the driver, a licensed female operating a 2013 SUV, was distracted and failed to yield the right-of-way. The 9-year-old boy sustained a back injury, the 10-year-old girl injured her elbow, and the 55-year-old woman suffered a shoulder injury. All three reported pain and shock following the incident. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was traveling west at the time of the crash.
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-12-31
Motorcycle Crash on Atlantic Avenue Injures Rider▸A 43-year-old male motorcyclist was injured on Atlantic Avenue. The crash involved a motorcycle traveling east. The rider suffered fractures and dislocations to his lower leg and foot. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on Atlantic Avenue collided with another vehicle. The motorcyclist, a 43-year-old male driver, sustained knee, lower leg, and foot injuries including fractures and dislocations. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash caused damage to the motorcycle's left front bumper. The rider remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies driver inattention and distraction as key errors leading to the crash.
SUV Hits Parked Sedan on Kingston Avenue▸A 43-year-old male driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after his SUV struck a parked sedan’s left rear bumper on Kingston Avenue. The crash involved alcohol. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver in a 2011 SUV collided with a parked 2019 sedan on Kingston Avenue. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left rear bumper, causing injuries to the driver’s knee, lower leg, and foot, along with whiplash. The driver was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The crash involved no ejections. The driver held a valid New York license. The collision also involved a pick-up truck traveling west, which struck the SUV’s left side doors. The primary driver error indicated is alcohol involvement, with no other driver errors specified.
SUV Left Turn Hits Bicyclist Going Straight▸A 32-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Classon Avenue. The SUV driver made a left turn and struck the cyclist traveling straight north. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The cyclist wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a 2019 SUV traveling north on Classon Avenue made a left turn and collided with a 32-year-old male bicyclist going straight north. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper, the point of impact. The bicyclist was conscious and wearing a helmet. The report lists no specific contributing factors but notes the SUV was making a left turn while the bicyclist was going straight. This suggests a failure to yield by the SUV driver. The bicyclist was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
2SUV Left Turn Slams Into Northbound Sedan▸SUV turned left on Utica Avenue. Sedan going straight struck its front. Both drivers hurt. Chest and leg injuries. Shock followed. Metal twisted. Pain lingered.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Utica Avenue collided with a Honda sedan traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper hit the SUV's center front end. The 43-year-old woman driving the SUV and a 51-year-old male passenger suffered chest and leg injuries. Both reported pain and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors, only unspecified contributing factors. Both vehicles were damaged at the front. All occupants were licensed and wore seat belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
E-Bike Rider Dies on Broken Rogers Avenue▸A man rode north on Rogers Avenue. The pavement broke beneath him. He flew from his e-bike. His head struck the street. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He died there, alone, in the morning light.
A 37-year-old man riding an e-bike north on Rogers Avenue was killed after hitting defective pavement. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his bike, struck his head, and died from severe bleeding. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The crash caused fatal head injuries. The police note the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the systemic hazard of broken pavement. No other vehicles or people were involved. The street failed him. The city failed him.
2Taxi Crash Injures Two Rear Passengers▸A taxi traveling south on Franklin Avenue crashed, striking the center back end. Two male rear passengers suffered back injuries and whiplash. Alcohol involvement was noted. Both remained conscious and were not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, a 2012 Ford taxi traveling south on Franklin Avenue struck an object or vehicle at the center back end. Two male rear passengers, ages 35 and 37, were injured with back pain and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The driver’s errors include impaired operation due to alcohol involvement. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passengers’ safety equipment status is unknown. The crash caused moderate injuries to the occupants in the rear seats.
SUV Slams Truck, Elderly Passenger Killed▸A Jeep rear-ended a diesel truck on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV’s front crumpled. The truck barely moved. An 88-year-old woman, belted in the front seat, died inside the wreck. She never made it out. Impact was sudden. Death was total.
A Jeep SUV struck the rear of a diesel tractor truck on Atlantic Avenue near Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep rear-ended a diesel truck. The SUV’s front folded. The truck barely moved. An 88-year-old woman, belted in the front seat, died. Her body shattered inside the car. She never got out.' The crash killed the elderly front-seat passenger. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. No driver errors by the truck operator are listed. The force of the collision left the SUV destroyed at the front, while the truck sustained rear-end damage but remained largely unmoved.
Pedestrian Injured by Backing Sedan on Pacific Street▸A 64-year-old woman was struck while crossing Pacific Street with the signal. The sedan was backing unsafely. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver caused the crash by backing without caution.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Pacific Street while crossing with the signal. The crash involved a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling east that was backing unsafely. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to ensure the path was clear before reversing. There was no damage to the vehicle, and the driver was licensed in New York. The pedestrian was not at fault. The crash highlights the danger of unsafe backing maneuvers in areas with pedestrian traffic.
Limo Struck on Left by Turning Box Truck▸A northbound limo on Bergen Street was hit on its left side by a southbound box truck making a right turn. The limo driver, a 57-year-old man, suffered a back injury. Police cited failure to keep right as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, a 2023 Cadillac limo traveling north on Bergen Street was struck on its left side doors by a 2013 box truck making a right turn southbound. The limo driver, a 57-year-old male occupant, sustained a back injury and remained conscious. The report lists "Failure to Keep Right" as the contributing factor to the crash. The limo driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The box truck driver’s license status and jurisdiction were not provided. The impact occurred on the limo's left side and the truck's right front quarter panel. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUVs Collide on Ralph Avenue, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed on Ralph Avenue. One driver made a left turn. The other went straight. Impact hit front bumpers. A 42-year-old female driver suffered back injuries. She remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Ralph Avenue. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight south. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. A 42-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining back injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error during the left turn maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Slams Sedan Rear on Nostrand Avenue▸SUV hit sedan from behind on Nostrand Avenue. Front passenger, 26, suffered neck injury and whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in by lap belt and harness. No driver errors listed. Urban traffic, hard impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 SUV rear-ended a 2024 sedan traveling south on Nostrand Avenue. The SUV struck the sedan's center back end. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The sedan had two occupants, including a New Jersey-licensed driver. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The force of the collision caused moderate injury to the passenger, underscoring the risk of rear-end crashes in city traffic.
3Pickup Truck Strikes, Kills Child Passenger in Brooklyn▸A pickup truck moved east on Atlantic Avenue. The driver lost focus. The truck struck. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy bled out. Belt fastened. Airbag deployed. Nothing stopped the dying. Brooklyn lost another child to the street.
A pickup truck driven by a permit holder struck with its front on Atlantic Avenue near Brooklyn Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy suffered severe bleeding and died. He was wearing a seatbelt and the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The child, a rear passenger, was not ejected. The crash left the boy dead and exposed the deadly risk faced by passengers, even when safety equipment is used. The system failed to protect him.
Two Sedans Collide on Eastern Parkway▸Two sedans traveling east on Eastern Parkway crashed head-to-tail. The rear passenger in one car suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles showed center impact damage. The injured occupant was not ejected and wore no safety equipment.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Eastern Parkway while both were traveling straight ahead eastbound. The impact occurred at the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the trailing vehicle. A 31-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear of one sedan sustained injuries to her entire body and was in shock. She was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision caused damage centered on the rear of one vehicle and the front of the other.
Chi Ossé Opposes DOT Delay of Safety Boosting Bike Lane▸Council Member Chi Ossé condemned DOT for stalling the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The lane, long promised and long dangerous, remains unbuilt. Ossé demanded action. Cyclists keep dying. DOT offered no timeline. The city’s failure leaves lives at risk.
""I'm very excited that Council Member Ossé publicly expressed his and the District 36 community's strong support of the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue that DOT promised would be installed this summer."" -- Chi A. Ossé
On November 2, 2023, Council Member Chi Ossé publicly criticized the Department of Transportation for delaying the protected bike lane project on Bedford Avenue. The project, which was supposed to upgrade a painted lane to a parking-protected lane, has been pushed to at least next spring. Ossé wrote to DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, calling the delay 'unacceptable' and demanding a firm installation date. He stated, 'The Bedford Avenue bike lane has been unacceptably dangerous since it was first laid, and for years, the people of my district have been promised that it would be protected.' Advocacy groups, including Transportation Alternatives, echoed his frustration, citing record cyclist deaths and urgent need for safety. The DOT has not responded to requests for comment. The delay highlights the city’s repeated failures to deliver promised street safety improvements.
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Council Member Chi Ossé Blasts DOT For Delaying — And Maybe Killing — Bedford Ave Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-02
Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
- File Res 0792-2023, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2023-12-31
Motorcycle Crash on Atlantic Avenue Injures Rider▸A 43-year-old male motorcyclist was injured on Atlantic Avenue. The crash involved a motorcycle traveling east. The rider suffered fractures and dislocations to his lower leg and foot. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on Atlantic Avenue collided with another vehicle. The motorcyclist, a 43-year-old male driver, sustained knee, lower leg, and foot injuries including fractures and dislocations. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash caused damage to the motorcycle's left front bumper. The rider remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies driver inattention and distraction as key errors leading to the crash.
SUV Hits Parked Sedan on Kingston Avenue▸A 43-year-old male driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after his SUV struck a parked sedan’s left rear bumper on Kingston Avenue. The crash involved alcohol. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver in a 2011 SUV collided with a parked 2019 sedan on Kingston Avenue. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left rear bumper, causing injuries to the driver’s knee, lower leg, and foot, along with whiplash. The driver was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The crash involved no ejections. The driver held a valid New York license. The collision also involved a pick-up truck traveling west, which struck the SUV’s left side doors. The primary driver error indicated is alcohol involvement, with no other driver errors specified.
SUV Left Turn Hits Bicyclist Going Straight▸A 32-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Classon Avenue. The SUV driver made a left turn and struck the cyclist traveling straight north. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The cyclist wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a 2019 SUV traveling north on Classon Avenue made a left turn and collided with a 32-year-old male bicyclist going straight north. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper, the point of impact. The bicyclist was conscious and wearing a helmet. The report lists no specific contributing factors but notes the SUV was making a left turn while the bicyclist was going straight. This suggests a failure to yield by the SUV driver. The bicyclist was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
2SUV Left Turn Slams Into Northbound Sedan▸SUV turned left on Utica Avenue. Sedan going straight struck its front. Both drivers hurt. Chest and leg injuries. Shock followed. Metal twisted. Pain lingered.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Utica Avenue collided with a Honda sedan traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper hit the SUV's center front end. The 43-year-old woman driving the SUV and a 51-year-old male passenger suffered chest and leg injuries. Both reported pain and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors, only unspecified contributing factors. Both vehicles were damaged at the front. All occupants were licensed and wore seat belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
E-Bike Rider Dies on Broken Rogers Avenue▸A man rode north on Rogers Avenue. The pavement broke beneath him. He flew from his e-bike. His head struck the street. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He died there, alone, in the morning light.
A 37-year-old man riding an e-bike north on Rogers Avenue was killed after hitting defective pavement. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his bike, struck his head, and died from severe bleeding. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The crash caused fatal head injuries. The police note the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the systemic hazard of broken pavement. No other vehicles or people were involved. The street failed him. The city failed him.
2Taxi Crash Injures Two Rear Passengers▸A taxi traveling south on Franklin Avenue crashed, striking the center back end. Two male rear passengers suffered back injuries and whiplash. Alcohol involvement was noted. Both remained conscious and were not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, a 2012 Ford taxi traveling south on Franklin Avenue struck an object or vehicle at the center back end. Two male rear passengers, ages 35 and 37, were injured with back pain and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The driver’s errors include impaired operation due to alcohol involvement. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passengers’ safety equipment status is unknown. The crash caused moderate injuries to the occupants in the rear seats.
SUV Slams Truck, Elderly Passenger Killed▸A Jeep rear-ended a diesel truck on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV’s front crumpled. The truck barely moved. An 88-year-old woman, belted in the front seat, died inside the wreck. She never made it out. Impact was sudden. Death was total.
A Jeep SUV struck the rear of a diesel tractor truck on Atlantic Avenue near Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep rear-ended a diesel truck. The SUV’s front folded. The truck barely moved. An 88-year-old woman, belted in the front seat, died. Her body shattered inside the car. She never got out.' The crash killed the elderly front-seat passenger. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. No driver errors by the truck operator are listed. The force of the collision left the SUV destroyed at the front, while the truck sustained rear-end damage but remained largely unmoved.
Pedestrian Injured by Backing Sedan on Pacific Street▸A 64-year-old woman was struck while crossing Pacific Street with the signal. The sedan was backing unsafely. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver caused the crash by backing without caution.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Pacific Street while crossing with the signal. The crash involved a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling east that was backing unsafely. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to ensure the path was clear before reversing. There was no damage to the vehicle, and the driver was licensed in New York. The pedestrian was not at fault. The crash highlights the danger of unsafe backing maneuvers in areas with pedestrian traffic.
Limo Struck on Left by Turning Box Truck▸A northbound limo on Bergen Street was hit on its left side by a southbound box truck making a right turn. The limo driver, a 57-year-old man, suffered a back injury. Police cited failure to keep right as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, a 2023 Cadillac limo traveling north on Bergen Street was struck on its left side doors by a 2013 box truck making a right turn southbound. The limo driver, a 57-year-old male occupant, sustained a back injury and remained conscious. The report lists "Failure to Keep Right" as the contributing factor to the crash. The limo driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The box truck driver’s license status and jurisdiction were not provided. The impact occurred on the limo's left side and the truck's right front quarter panel. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUVs Collide on Ralph Avenue, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed on Ralph Avenue. One driver made a left turn. The other went straight. Impact hit front bumpers. A 42-year-old female driver suffered back injuries. She remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Ralph Avenue. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight south. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. A 42-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining back injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error during the left turn maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Slams Sedan Rear on Nostrand Avenue▸SUV hit sedan from behind on Nostrand Avenue. Front passenger, 26, suffered neck injury and whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in by lap belt and harness. No driver errors listed. Urban traffic, hard impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 SUV rear-ended a 2024 sedan traveling south on Nostrand Avenue. The SUV struck the sedan's center back end. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The sedan had two occupants, including a New Jersey-licensed driver. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The force of the collision caused moderate injury to the passenger, underscoring the risk of rear-end crashes in city traffic.
3Pickup Truck Strikes, Kills Child Passenger in Brooklyn▸A pickup truck moved east on Atlantic Avenue. The driver lost focus. The truck struck. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy bled out. Belt fastened. Airbag deployed. Nothing stopped the dying. Brooklyn lost another child to the street.
A pickup truck driven by a permit holder struck with its front on Atlantic Avenue near Brooklyn Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy suffered severe bleeding and died. He was wearing a seatbelt and the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The child, a rear passenger, was not ejected. The crash left the boy dead and exposed the deadly risk faced by passengers, even when safety equipment is used. The system failed to protect him.
Two Sedans Collide on Eastern Parkway▸Two sedans traveling east on Eastern Parkway crashed head-to-tail. The rear passenger in one car suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles showed center impact damage. The injured occupant was not ejected and wore no safety equipment.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Eastern Parkway while both were traveling straight ahead eastbound. The impact occurred at the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the trailing vehicle. A 31-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear of one sedan sustained injuries to her entire body and was in shock. She was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision caused damage centered on the rear of one vehicle and the front of the other.
Chi Ossé Opposes DOT Delay of Safety Boosting Bike Lane▸Council Member Chi Ossé condemned DOT for stalling the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The lane, long promised and long dangerous, remains unbuilt. Ossé demanded action. Cyclists keep dying. DOT offered no timeline. The city’s failure leaves lives at risk.
""I'm very excited that Council Member Ossé publicly expressed his and the District 36 community's strong support of the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue that DOT promised would be installed this summer."" -- Chi A. Ossé
On November 2, 2023, Council Member Chi Ossé publicly criticized the Department of Transportation for delaying the protected bike lane project on Bedford Avenue. The project, which was supposed to upgrade a painted lane to a parking-protected lane, has been pushed to at least next spring. Ossé wrote to DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, calling the delay 'unacceptable' and demanding a firm installation date. He stated, 'The Bedford Avenue bike lane has been unacceptably dangerous since it was first laid, and for years, the people of my district have been promised that it would be protected.' Advocacy groups, including Transportation Alternatives, echoed his frustration, citing record cyclist deaths and urgent need for safety. The DOT has not responded to requests for comment. The delay highlights the city’s repeated failures to deliver promised street safety improvements.
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Council Member Chi Ossé Blasts DOT For Delaying — And Maybe Killing — Bedford Ave Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-02
A 43-year-old male motorcyclist was injured on Atlantic Avenue. The crash involved a motorcycle traveling east. The rider suffered fractures and dislocations to his lower leg and foot. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on Atlantic Avenue collided with another vehicle. The motorcyclist, a 43-year-old male driver, sustained knee, lower leg, and foot injuries including fractures and dislocations. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash caused damage to the motorcycle's left front bumper. The rider remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies driver inattention and distraction as key errors leading to the crash.
SUV Hits Parked Sedan on Kingston Avenue▸A 43-year-old male driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after his SUV struck a parked sedan’s left rear bumper on Kingston Avenue. The crash involved alcohol. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver in a 2011 SUV collided with a parked 2019 sedan on Kingston Avenue. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left rear bumper, causing injuries to the driver’s knee, lower leg, and foot, along with whiplash. The driver was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The crash involved no ejections. The driver held a valid New York license. The collision also involved a pick-up truck traveling west, which struck the SUV’s left side doors. The primary driver error indicated is alcohol involvement, with no other driver errors specified.
SUV Left Turn Hits Bicyclist Going Straight▸A 32-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Classon Avenue. The SUV driver made a left turn and struck the cyclist traveling straight north. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The cyclist wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a 2019 SUV traveling north on Classon Avenue made a left turn and collided with a 32-year-old male bicyclist going straight north. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper, the point of impact. The bicyclist was conscious and wearing a helmet. The report lists no specific contributing factors but notes the SUV was making a left turn while the bicyclist was going straight. This suggests a failure to yield by the SUV driver. The bicyclist was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
2SUV Left Turn Slams Into Northbound Sedan▸SUV turned left on Utica Avenue. Sedan going straight struck its front. Both drivers hurt. Chest and leg injuries. Shock followed. Metal twisted. Pain lingered.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Utica Avenue collided with a Honda sedan traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper hit the SUV's center front end. The 43-year-old woman driving the SUV and a 51-year-old male passenger suffered chest and leg injuries. Both reported pain and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors, only unspecified contributing factors. Both vehicles were damaged at the front. All occupants were licensed and wore seat belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
E-Bike Rider Dies on Broken Rogers Avenue▸A man rode north on Rogers Avenue. The pavement broke beneath him. He flew from his e-bike. His head struck the street. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He died there, alone, in the morning light.
A 37-year-old man riding an e-bike north on Rogers Avenue was killed after hitting defective pavement. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his bike, struck his head, and died from severe bleeding. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The crash caused fatal head injuries. The police note the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the systemic hazard of broken pavement. No other vehicles or people were involved. The street failed him. The city failed him.
2Taxi Crash Injures Two Rear Passengers▸A taxi traveling south on Franklin Avenue crashed, striking the center back end. Two male rear passengers suffered back injuries and whiplash. Alcohol involvement was noted. Both remained conscious and were not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, a 2012 Ford taxi traveling south on Franklin Avenue struck an object or vehicle at the center back end. Two male rear passengers, ages 35 and 37, were injured with back pain and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The driver’s errors include impaired operation due to alcohol involvement. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passengers’ safety equipment status is unknown. The crash caused moderate injuries to the occupants in the rear seats.
SUV Slams Truck, Elderly Passenger Killed▸A Jeep rear-ended a diesel truck on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV’s front crumpled. The truck barely moved. An 88-year-old woman, belted in the front seat, died inside the wreck. She never made it out. Impact was sudden. Death was total.
A Jeep SUV struck the rear of a diesel tractor truck on Atlantic Avenue near Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep rear-ended a diesel truck. The SUV’s front folded. The truck barely moved. An 88-year-old woman, belted in the front seat, died. Her body shattered inside the car. She never got out.' The crash killed the elderly front-seat passenger. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. No driver errors by the truck operator are listed. The force of the collision left the SUV destroyed at the front, while the truck sustained rear-end damage but remained largely unmoved.
Pedestrian Injured by Backing Sedan on Pacific Street▸A 64-year-old woman was struck while crossing Pacific Street with the signal. The sedan was backing unsafely. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver caused the crash by backing without caution.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Pacific Street while crossing with the signal. The crash involved a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling east that was backing unsafely. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to ensure the path was clear before reversing. There was no damage to the vehicle, and the driver was licensed in New York. The pedestrian was not at fault. The crash highlights the danger of unsafe backing maneuvers in areas with pedestrian traffic.
Limo Struck on Left by Turning Box Truck▸A northbound limo on Bergen Street was hit on its left side by a southbound box truck making a right turn. The limo driver, a 57-year-old man, suffered a back injury. Police cited failure to keep right as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, a 2023 Cadillac limo traveling north on Bergen Street was struck on its left side doors by a 2013 box truck making a right turn southbound. The limo driver, a 57-year-old male occupant, sustained a back injury and remained conscious. The report lists "Failure to Keep Right" as the contributing factor to the crash. The limo driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The box truck driver’s license status and jurisdiction were not provided. The impact occurred on the limo's left side and the truck's right front quarter panel. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUVs Collide on Ralph Avenue, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed on Ralph Avenue. One driver made a left turn. The other went straight. Impact hit front bumpers. A 42-year-old female driver suffered back injuries. She remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Ralph Avenue. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight south. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. A 42-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining back injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error during the left turn maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Slams Sedan Rear on Nostrand Avenue▸SUV hit sedan from behind on Nostrand Avenue. Front passenger, 26, suffered neck injury and whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in by lap belt and harness. No driver errors listed. Urban traffic, hard impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 SUV rear-ended a 2024 sedan traveling south on Nostrand Avenue. The SUV struck the sedan's center back end. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The sedan had two occupants, including a New Jersey-licensed driver. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The force of the collision caused moderate injury to the passenger, underscoring the risk of rear-end crashes in city traffic.
3Pickup Truck Strikes, Kills Child Passenger in Brooklyn▸A pickup truck moved east on Atlantic Avenue. The driver lost focus. The truck struck. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy bled out. Belt fastened. Airbag deployed. Nothing stopped the dying. Brooklyn lost another child to the street.
A pickup truck driven by a permit holder struck with its front on Atlantic Avenue near Brooklyn Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy suffered severe bleeding and died. He was wearing a seatbelt and the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The child, a rear passenger, was not ejected. The crash left the boy dead and exposed the deadly risk faced by passengers, even when safety equipment is used. The system failed to protect him.
Two Sedans Collide on Eastern Parkway▸Two sedans traveling east on Eastern Parkway crashed head-to-tail. The rear passenger in one car suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles showed center impact damage. The injured occupant was not ejected and wore no safety equipment.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Eastern Parkway while both were traveling straight ahead eastbound. The impact occurred at the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the trailing vehicle. A 31-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear of one sedan sustained injuries to her entire body and was in shock. She was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision caused damage centered on the rear of one vehicle and the front of the other.
Chi Ossé Opposes DOT Delay of Safety Boosting Bike Lane▸Council Member Chi Ossé condemned DOT for stalling the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The lane, long promised and long dangerous, remains unbuilt. Ossé demanded action. Cyclists keep dying. DOT offered no timeline. The city’s failure leaves lives at risk.
""I'm very excited that Council Member Ossé publicly expressed his and the District 36 community's strong support of the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue that DOT promised would be installed this summer."" -- Chi A. Ossé
On November 2, 2023, Council Member Chi Ossé publicly criticized the Department of Transportation for delaying the protected bike lane project on Bedford Avenue. The project, which was supposed to upgrade a painted lane to a parking-protected lane, has been pushed to at least next spring. Ossé wrote to DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, calling the delay 'unacceptable' and demanding a firm installation date. He stated, 'The Bedford Avenue bike lane has been unacceptably dangerous since it was first laid, and for years, the people of my district have been promised that it would be protected.' Advocacy groups, including Transportation Alternatives, echoed his frustration, citing record cyclist deaths and urgent need for safety. The DOT has not responded to requests for comment. The delay highlights the city’s repeated failures to deliver promised street safety improvements.
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Council Member Chi Ossé Blasts DOT For Delaying — And Maybe Killing — Bedford Ave Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-02
A 43-year-old male driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after his SUV struck a parked sedan’s left rear bumper on Kingston Avenue. The crash involved alcohol. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver in a 2011 SUV collided with a parked 2019 sedan on Kingston Avenue. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left rear bumper, causing injuries to the driver’s knee, lower leg, and foot, along with whiplash. The driver was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The crash involved no ejections. The driver held a valid New York license. The collision also involved a pick-up truck traveling west, which struck the SUV’s left side doors. The primary driver error indicated is alcohol involvement, with no other driver errors specified.
SUV Left Turn Hits Bicyclist Going Straight▸A 32-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Classon Avenue. The SUV driver made a left turn and struck the cyclist traveling straight north. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The cyclist wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a 2019 SUV traveling north on Classon Avenue made a left turn and collided with a 32-year-old male bicyclist going straight north. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper, the point of impact. The bicyclist was conscious and wearing a helmet. The report lists no specific contributing factors but notes the SUV was making a left turn while the bicyclist was going straight. This suggests a failure to yield by the SUV driver. The bicyclist was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
2SUV Left Turn Slams Into Northbound Sedan▸SUV turned left on Utica Avenue. Sedan going straight struck its front. Both drivers hurt. Chest and leg injuries. Shock followed. Metal twisted. Pain lingered.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Utica Avenue collided with a Honda sedan traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper hit the SUV's center front end. The 43-year-old woman driving the SUV and a 51-year-old male passenger suffered chest and leg injuries. Both reported pain and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors, only unspecified contributing factors. Both vehicles were damaged at the front. All occupants were licensed and wore seat belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
E-Bike Rider Dies on Broken Rogers Avenue▸A man rode north on Rogers Avenue. The pavement broke beneath him. He flew from his e-bike. His head struck the street. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He died there, alone, in the morning light.
A 37-year-old man riding an e-bike north on Rogers Avenue was killed after hitting defective pavement. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his bike, struck his head, and died from severe bleeding. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The crash caused fatal head injuries. The police note the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the systemic hazard of broken pavement. No other vehicles or people were involved. The street failed him. The city failed him.
2Taxi Crash Injures Two Rear Passengers▸A taxi traveling south on Franklin Avenue crashed, striking the center back end. Two male rear passengers suffered back injuries and whiplash. Alcohol involvement was noted. Both remained conscious and were not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, a 2012 Ford taxi traveling south on Franklin Avenue struck an object or vehicle at the center back end. Two male rear passengers, ages 35 and 37, were injured with back pain and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The driver’s errors include impaired operation due to alcohol involvement. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passengers’ safety equipment status is unknown. The crash caused moderate injuries to the occupants in the rear seats.
SUV Slams Truck, Elderly Passenger Killed▸A Jeep rear-ended a diesel truck on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV’s front crumpled. The truck barely moved. An 88-year-old woman, belted in the front seat, died inside the wreck. She never made it out. Impact was sudden. Death was total.
A Jeep SUV struck the rear of a diesel tractor truck on Atlantic Avenue near Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep rear-ended a diesel truck. The SUV’s front folded. The truck barely moved. An 88-year-old woman, belted in the front seat, died. Her body shattered inside the car. She never got out.' The crash killed the elderly front-seat passenger. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. No driver errors by the truck operator are listed. The force of the collision left the SUV destroyed at the front, while the truck sustained rear-end damage but remained largely unmoved.
Pedestrian Injured by Backing Sedan on Pacific Street▸A 64-year-old woman was struck while crossing Pacific Street with the signal. The sedan was backing unsafely. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver caused the crash by backing without caution.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Pacific Street while crossing with the signal. The crash involved a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling east that was backing unsafely. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to ensure the path was clear before reversing. There was no damage to the vehicle, and the driver was licensed in New York. The pedestrian was not at fault. The crash highlights the danger of unsafe backing maneuvers in areas with pedestrian traffic.
Limo Struck on Left by Turning Box Truck▸A northbound limo on Bergen Street was hit on its left side by a southbound box truck making a right turn. The limo driver, a 57-year-old man, suffered a back injury. Police cited failure to keep right as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, a 2023 Cadillac limo traveling north on Bergen Street was struck on its left side doors by a 2013 box truck making a right turn southbound. The limo driver, a 57-year-old male occupant, sustained a back injury and remained conscious. The report lists "Failure to Keep Right" as the contributing factor to the crash. The limo driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The box truck driver’s license status and jurisdiction were not provided. The impact occurred on the limo's left side and the truck's right front quarter panel. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUVs Collide on Ralph Avenue, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed on Ralph Avenue. One driver made a left turn. The other went straight. Impact hit front bumpers. A 42-year-old female driver suffered back injuries. She remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Ralph Avenue. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight south. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. A 42-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining back injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error during the left turn maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Slams Sedan Rear on Nostrand Avenue▸SUV hit sedan from behind on Nostrand Avenue. Front passenger, 26, suffered neck injury and whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in by lap belt and harness. No driver errors listed. Urban traffic, hard impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 SUV rear-ended a 2024 sedan traveling south on Nostrand Avenue. The SUV struck the sedan's center back end. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The sedan had two occupants, including a New Jersey-licensed driver. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The force of the collision caused moderate injury to the passenger, underscoring the risk of rear-end crashes in city traffic.
3Pickup Truck Strikes, Kills Child Passenger in Brooklyn▸A pickup truck moved east on Atlantic Avenue. The driver lost focus. The truck struck. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy bled out. Belt fastened. Airbag deployed. Nothing stopped the dying. Brooklyn lost another child to the street.
A pickup truck driven by a permit holder struck with its front on Atlantic Avenue near Brooklyn Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy suffered severe bleeding and died. He was wearing a seatbelt and the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The child, a rear passenger, was not ejected. The crash left the boy dead and exposed the deadly risk faced by passengers, even when safety equipment is used. The system failed to protect him.
Two Sedans Collide on Eastern Parkway▸Two sedans traveling east on Eastern Parkway crashed head-to-tail. The rear passenger in one car suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles showed center impact damage. The injured occupant was not ejected and wore no safety equipment.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Eastern Parkway while both were traveling straight ahead eastbound. The impact occurred at the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the trailing vehicle. A 31-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear of one sedan sustained injuries to her entire body and was in shock. She was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision caused damage centered on the rear of one vehicle and the front of the other.
Chi Ossé Opposes DOT Delay of Safety Boosting Bike Lane▸Council Member Chi Ossé condemned DOT for stalling the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The lane, long promised and long dangerous, remains unbuilt. Ossé demanded action. Cyclists keep dying. DOT offered no timeline. The city’s failure leaves lives at risk.
""I'm very excited that Council Member Ossé publicly expressed his and the District 36 community's strong support of the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue that DOT promised would be installed this summer."" -- Chi A. Ossé
On November 2, 2023, Council Member Chi Ossé publicly criticized the Department of Transportation for delaying the protected bike lane project on Bedford Avenue. The project, which was supposed to upgrade a painted lane to a parking-protected lane, has been pushed to at least next spring. Ossé wrote to DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, calling the delay 'unacceptable' and demanding a firm installation date. He stated, 'The Bedford Avenue bike lane has been unacceptably dangerous since it was first laid, and for years, the people of my district have been promised that it would be protected.' Advocacy groups, including Transportation Alternatives, echoed his frustration, citing record cyclist deaths and urgent need for safety. The DOT has not responded to requests for comment. The delay highlights the city’s repeated failures to deliver promised street safety improvements.
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Council Member Chi Ossé Blasts DOT For Delaying — And Maybe Killing — Bedford Ave Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-02
A 32-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Classon Avenue. The SUV driver made a left turn and struck the cyclist traveling straight north. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The cyclist wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a 2019 SUV traveling north on Classon Avenue made a left turn and collided with a 32-year-old male bicyclist going straight north. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper, the point of impact. The bicyclist was conscious and wearing a helmet. The report lists no specific contributing factors but notes the SUV was making a left turn while the bicyclist was going straight. This suggests a failure to yield by the SUV driver. The bicyclist was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
2SUV Left Turn Slams Into Northbound Sedan▸SUV turned left on Utica Avenue. Sedan going straight struck its front. Both drivers hurt. Chest and leg injuries. Shock followed. Metal twisted. Pain lingered.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Utica Avenue collided with a Honda sedan traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper hit the SUV's center front end. The 43-year-old woman driving the SUV and a 51-year-old male passenger suffered chest and leg injuries. Both reported pain and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors, only unspecified contributing factors. Both vehicles were damaged at the front. All occupants were licensed and wore seat belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
E-Bike Rider Dies on Broken Rogers Avenue▸A man rode north on Rogers Avenue. The pavement broke beneath him. He flew from his e-bike. His head struck the street. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He died there, alone, in the morning light.
A 37-year-old man riding an e-bike north on Rogers Avenue was killed after hitting defective pavement. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his bike, struck his head, and died from severe bleeding. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The crash caused fatal head injuries. The police note the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the systemic hazard of broken pavement. No other vehicles or people were involved. The street failed him. The city failed him.
2Taxi Crash Injures Two Rear Passengers▸A taxi traveling south on Franklin Avenue crashed, striking the center back end. Two male rear passengers suffered back injuries and whiplash. Alcohol involvement was noted. Both remained conscious and were not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, a 2012 Ford taxi traveling south on Franklin Avenue struck an object or vehicle at the center back end. Two male rear passengers, ages 35 and 37, were injured with back pain and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The driver’s errors include impaired operation due to alcohol involvement. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passengers’ safety equipment status is unknown. The crash caused moderate injuries to the occupants in the rear seats.
SUV Slams Truck, Elderly Passenger Killed▸A Jeep rear-ended a diesel truck on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV’s front crumpled. The truck barely moved. An 88-year-old woman, belted in the front seat, died inside the wreck. She never made it out. Impact was sudden. Death was total.
A Jeep SUV struck the rear of a diesel tractor truck on Atlantic Avenue near Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep rear-ended a diesel truck. The SUV’s front folded. The truck barely moved. An 88-year-old woman, belted in the front seat, died. Her body shattered inside the car. She never got out.' The crash killed the elderly front-seat passenger. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. No driver errors by the truck operator are listed. The force of the collision left the SUV destroyed at the front, while the truck sustained rear-end damage but remained largely unmoved.
Pedestrian Injured by Backing Sedan on Pacific Street▸A 64-year-old woman was struck while crossing Pacific Street with the signal. The sedan was backing unsafely. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver caused the crash by backing without caution.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Pacific Street while crossing with the signal. The crash involved a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling east that was backing unsafely. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to ensure the path was clear before reversing. There was no damage to the vehicle, and the driver was licensed in New York. The pedestrian was not at fault. The crash highlights the danger of unsafe backing maneuvers in areas with pedestrian traffic.
Limo Struck on Left by Turning Box Truck▸A northbound limo on Bergen Street was hit on its left side by a southbound box truck making a right turn. The limo driver, a 57-year-old man, suffered a back injury. Police cited failure to keep right as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, a 2023 Cadillac limo traveling north on Bergen Street was struck on its left side doors by a 2013 box truck making a right turn southbound. The limo driver, a 57-year-old male occupant, sustained a back injury and remained conscious. The report lists "Failure to Keep Right" as the contributing factor to the crash. The limo driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The box truck driver’s license status and jurisdiction were not provided. The impact occurred on the limo's left side and the truck's right front quarter panel. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUVs Collide on Ralph Avenue, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed on Ralph Avenue. One driver made a left turn. The other went straight. Impact hit front bumpers. A 42-year-old female driver suffered back injuries. She remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Ralph Avenue. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight south. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. A 42-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining back injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error during the left turn maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Slams Sedan Rear on Nostrand Avenue▸SUV hit sedan from behind on Nostrand Avenue. Front passenger, 26, suffered neck injury and whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in by lap belt and harness. No driver errors listed. Urban traffic, hard impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 SUV rear-ended a 2024 sedan traveling south on Nostrand Avenue. The SUV struck the sedan's center back end. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The sedan had two occupants, including a New Jersey-licensed driver. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The force of the collision caused moderate injury to the passenger, underscoring the risk of rear-end crashes in city traffic.
3Pickup Truck Strikes, Kills Child Passenger in Brooklyn▸A pickup truck moved east on Atlantic Avenue. The driver lost focus. The truck struck. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy bled out. Belt fastened. Airbag deployed. Nothing stopped the dying. Brooklyn lost another child to the street.
A pickup truck driven by a permit holder struck with its front on Atlantic Avenue near Brooklyn Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy suffered severe bleeding and died. He was wearing a seatbelt and the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The child, a rear passenger, was not ejected. The crash left the boy dead and exposed the deadly risk faced by passengers, even when safety equipment is used. The system failed to protect him.
Two Sedans Collide on Eastern Parkway▸Two sedans traveling east on Eastern Parkway crashed head-to-tail. The rear passenger in one car suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles showed center impact damage. The injured occupant was not ejected and wore no safety equipment.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Eastern Parkway while both were traveling straight ahead eastbound. The impact occurred at the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the trailing vehicle. A 31-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear of one sedan sustained injuries to her entire body and was in shock. She was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision caused damage centered on the rear of one vehicle and the front of the other.
Chi Ossé Opposes DOT Delay of Safety Boosting Bike Lane▸Council Member Chi Ossé condemned DOT for stalling the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The lane, long promised and long dangerous, remains unbuilt. Ossé demanded action. Cyclists keep dying. DOT offered no timeline. The city’s failure leaves lives at risk.
""I'm very excited that Council Member Ossé publicly expressed his and the District 36 community's strong support of the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue that DOT promised would be installed this summer."" -- Chi A. Ossé
On November 2, 2023, Council Member Chi Ossé publicly criticized the Department of Transportation for delaying the protected bike lane project on Bedford Avenue. The project, which was supposed to upgrade a painted lane to a parking-protected lane, has been pushed to at least next spring. Ossé wrote to DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, calling the delay 'unacceptable' and demanding a firm installation date. He stated, 'The Bedford Avenue bike lane has been unacceptably dangerous since it was first laid, and for years, the people of my district have been promised that it would be protected.' Advocacy groups, including Transportation Alternatives, echoed his frustration, citing record cyclist deaths and urgent need for safety. The DOT has not responded to requests for comment. The delay highlights the city’s repeated failures to deliver promised street safety improvements.
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Council Member Chi Ossé Blasts DOT For Delaying — And Maybe Killing — Bedford Ave Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-02
SUV turned left on Utica Avenue. Sedan going straight struck its front. Both drivers hurt. Chest and leg injuries. Shock followed. Metal twisted. Pain lingered.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Utica Avenue collided with a Honda sedan traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper hit the SUV's center front end. The 43-year-old woman driving the SUV and a 51-year-old male passenger suffered chest and leg injuries. Both reported pain and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors, only unspecified contributing factors. Both vehicles were damaged at the front. All occupants were licensed and wore seat belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
E-Bike Rider Dies on Broken Rogers Avenue▸A man rode north on Rogers Avenue. The pavement broke beneath him. He flew from his e-bike. His head struck the street. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He died there, alone, in the morning light.
A 37-year-old man riding an e-bike north on Rogers Avenue was killed after hitting defective pavement. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his bike, struck his head, and died from severe bleeding. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The crash caused fatal head injuries. The police note the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the systemic hazard of broken pavement. No other vehicles or people were involved. The street failed him. The city failed him.
2Taxi Crash Injures Two Rear Passengers▸A taxi traveling south on Franklin Avenue crashed, striking the center back end. Two male rear passengers suffered back injuries and whiplash. Alcohol involvement was noted. Both remained conscious and were not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, a 2012 Ford taxi traveling south on Franklin Avenue struck an object or vehicle at the center back end. Two male rear passengers, ages 35 and 37, were injured with back pain and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The driver’s errors include impaired operation due to alcohol involvement. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passengers’ safety equipment status is unknown. The crash caused moderate injuries to the occupants in the rear seats.
SUV Slams Truck, Elderly Passenger Killed▸A Jeep rear-ended a diesel truck on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV’s front crumpled. The truck barely moved. An 88-year-old woman, belted in the front seat, died inside the wreck. She never made it out. Impact was sudden. Death was total.
A Jeep SUV struck the rear of a diesel tractor truck on Atlantic Avenue near Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep rear-ended a diesel truck. The SUV’s front folded. The truck barely moved. An 88-year-old woman, belted in the front seat, died. Her body shattered inside the car. She never got out.' The crash killed the elderly front-seat passenger. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. No driver errors by the truck operator are listed. The force of the collision left the SUV destroyed at the front, while the truck sustained rear-end damage but remained largely unmoved.
Pedestrian Injured by Backing Sedan on Pacific Street▸A 64-year-old woman was struck while crossing Pacific Street with the signal. The sedan was backing unsafely. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver caused the crash by backing without caution.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Pacific Street while crossing with the signal. The crash involved a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling east that was backing unsafely. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to ensure the path was clear before reversing. There was no damage to the vehicle, and the driver was licensed in New York. The pedestrian was not at fault. The crash highlights the danger of unsafe backing maneuvers in areas with pedestrian traffic.
Limo Struck on Left by Turning Box Truck▸A northbound limo on Bergen Street was hit on its left side by a southbound box truck making a right turn. The limo driver, a 57-year-old man, suffered a back injury. Police cited failure to keep right as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, a 2023 Cadillac limo traveling north on Bergen Street was struck on its left side doors by a 2013 box truck making a right turn southbound. The limo driver, a 57-year-old male occupant, sustained a back injury and remained conscious. The report lists "Failure to Keep Right" as the contributing factor to the crash. The limo driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The box truck driver’s license status and jurisdiction were not provided. The impact occurred on the limo's left side and the truck's right front quarter panel. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUVs Collide on Ralph Avenue, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed on Ralph Avenue. One driver made a left turn. The other went straight. Impact hit front bumpers. A 42-year-old female driver suffered back injuries. She remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Ralph Avenue. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight south. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. A 42-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining back injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error during the left turn maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Slams Sedan Rear on Nostrand Avenue▸SUV hit sedan from behind on Nostrand Avenue. Front passenger, 26, suffered neck injury and whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in by lap belt and harness. No driver errors listed. Urban traffic, hard impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 SUV rear-ended a 2024 sedan traveling south on Nostrand Avenue. The SUV struck the sedan's center back end. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The sedan had two occupants, including a New Jersey-licensed driver. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The force of the collision caused moderate injury to the passenger, underscoring the risk of rear-end crashes in city traffic.
3Pickup Truck Strikes, Kills Child Passenger in Brooklyn▸A pickup truck moved east on Atlantic Avenue. The driver lost focus. The truck struck. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy bled out. Belt fastened. Airbag deployed. Nothing stopped the dying. Brooklyn lost another child to the street.
A pickup truck driven by a permit holder struck with its front on Atlantic Avenue near Brooklyn Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy suffered severe bleeding and died. He was wearing a seatbelt and the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The child, a rear passenger, was not ejected. The crash left the boy dead and exposed the deadly risk faced by passengers, even when safety equipment is used. The system failed to protect him.
Two Sedans Collide on Eastern Parkway▸Two sedans traveling east on Eastern Parkway crashed head-to-tail. The rear passenger in one car suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles showed center impact damage. The injured occupant was not ejected and wore no safety equipment.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Eastern Parkway while both were traveling straight ahead eastbound. The impact occurred at the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the trailing vehicle. A 31-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear of one sedan sustained injuries to her entire body and was in shock. She was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision caused damage centered on the rear of one vehicle and the front of the other.
Chi Ossé Opposes DOT Delay of Safety Boosting Bike Lane▸Council Member Chi Ossé condemned DOT for stalling the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The lane, long promised and long dangerous, remains unbuilt. Ossé demanded action. Cyclists keep dying. DOT offered no timeline. The city’s failure leaves lives at risk.
""I'm very excited that Council Member Ossé publicly expressed his and the District 36 community's strong support of the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue that DOT promised would be installed this summer."" -- Chi A. Ossé
On November 2, 2023, Council Member Chi Ossé publicly criticized the Department of Transportation for delaying the protected bike lane project on Bedford Avenue. The project, which was supposed to upgrade a painted lane to a parking-protected lane, has been pushed to at least next spring. Ossé wrote to DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, calling the delay 'unacceptable' and demanding a firm installation date. He stated, 'The Bedford Avenue bike lane has been unacceptably dangerous since it was first laid, and for years, the people of my district have been promised that it would be protected.' Advocacy groups, including Transportation Alternatives, echoed his frustration, citing record cyclist deaths and urgent need for safety. The DOT has not responded to requests for comment. The delay highlights the city’s repeated failures to deliver promised street safety improvements.
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Council Member Chi Ossé Blasts DOT For Delaying — And Maybe Killing — Bedford Ave Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-02
A man rode north on Rogers Avenue. The pavement broke beneath him. He flew from his e-bike. His head struck the street. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He died there, alone, in the morning light.
A 37-year-old man riding an e-bike north on Rogers Avenue was killed after hitting defective pavement. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his bike, struck his head, and died from severe bleeding. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The crash caused fatal head injuries. The police note the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the systemic hazard of broken pavement. No other vehicles or people were involved. The street failed him. The city failed him.
2Taxi Crash Injures Two Rear Passengers▸A taxi traveling south on Franklin Avenue crashed, striking the center back end. Two male rear passengers suffered back injuries and whiplash. Alcohol involvement was noted. Both remained conscious and were not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, a 2012 Ford taxi traveling south on Franklin Avenue struck an object or vehicle at the center back end. Two male rear passengers, ages 35 and 37, were injured with back pain and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The driver’s errors include impaired operation due to alcohol involvement. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passengers’ safety equipment status is unknown. The crash caused moderate injuries to the occupants in the rear seats.
SUV Slams Truck, Elderly Passenger Killed▸A Jeep rear-ended a diesel truck on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV’s front crumpled. The truck barely moved. An 88-year-old woman, belted in the front seat, died inside the wreck. She never made it out. Impact was sudden. Death was total.
A Jeep SUV struck the rear of a diesel tractor truck on Atlantic Avenue near Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep rear-ended a diesel truck. The SUV’s front folded. The truck barely moved. An 88-year-old woman, belted in the front seat, died. Her body shattered inside the car. She never got out.' The crash killed the elderly front-seat passenger. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. No driver errors by the truck operator are listed. The force of the collision left the SUV destroyed at the front, while the truck sustained rear-end damage but remained largely unmoved.
Pedestrian Injured by Backing Sedan on Pacific Street▸A 64-year-old woman was struck while crossing Pacific Street with the signal. The sedan was backing unsafely. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver caused the crash by backing without caution.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Pacific Street while crossing with the signal. The crash involved a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling east that was backing unsafely. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to ensure the path was clear before reversing. There was no damage to the vehicle, and the driver was licensed in New York. The pedestrian was not at fault. The crash highlights the danger of unsafe backing maneuvers in areas with pedestrian traffic.
Limo Struck on Left by Turning Box Truck▸A northbound limo on Bergen Street was hit on its left side by a southbound box truck making a right turn. The limo driver, a 57-year-old man, suffered a back injury. Police cited failure to keep right as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, a 2023 Cadillac limo traveling north on Bergen Street was struck on its left side doors by a 2013 box truck making a right turn southbound. The limo driver, a 57-year-old male occupant, sustained a back injury and remained conscious. The report lists "Failure to Keep Right" as the contributing factor to the crash. The limo driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The box truck driver’s license status and jurisdiction were not provided. The impact occurred on the limo's left side and the truck's right front quarter panel. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUVs Collide on Ralph Avenue, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed on Ralph Avenue. One driver made a left turn. The other went straight. Impact hit front bumpers. A 42-year-old female driver suffered back injuries. She remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Ralph Avenue. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight south. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. A 42-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining back injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error during the left turn maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Slams Sedan Rear on Nostrand Avenue▸SUV hit sedan from behind on Nostrand Avenue. Front passenger, 26, suffered neck injury and whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in by lap belt and harness. No driver errors listed. Urban traffic, hard impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 SUV rear-ended a 2024 sedan traveling south on Nostrand Avenue. The SUV struck the sedan's center back end. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The sedan had two occupants, including a New Jersey-licensed driver. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The force of the collision caused moderate injury to the passenger, underscoring the risk of rear-end crashes in city traffic.
3Pickup Truck Strikes, Kills Child Passenger in Brooklyn▸A pickup truck moved east on Atlantic Avenue. The driver lost focus. The truck struck. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy bled out. Belt fastened. Airbag deployed. Nothing stopped the dying. Brooklyn lost another child to the street.
A pickup truck driven by a permit holder struck with its front on Atlantic Avenue near Brooklyn Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy suffered severe bleeding and died. He was wearing a seatbelt and the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The child, a rear passenger, was not ejected. The crash left the boy dead and exposed the deadly risk faced by passengers, even when safety equipment is used. The system failed to protect him.
Two Sedans Collide on Eastern Parkway▸Two sedans traveling east on Eastern Parkway crashed head-to-tail. The rear passenger in one car suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles showed center impact damage. The injured occupant was not ejected and wore no safety equipment.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Eastern Parkway while both were traveling straight ahead eastbound. The impact occurred at the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the trailing vehicle. A 31-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear of one sedan sustained injuries to her entire body and was in shock. She was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision caused damage centered on the rear of one vehicle and the front of the other.
Chi Ossé Opposes DOT Delay of Safety Boosting Bike Lane▸Council Member Chi Ossé condemned DOT for stalling the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The lane, long promised and long dangerous, remains unbuilt. Ossé demanded action. Cyclists keep dying. DOT offered no timeline. The city’s failure leaves lives at risk.
""I'm very excited that Council Member Ossé publicly expressed his and the District 36 community's strong support of the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue that DOT promised would be installed this summer."" -- Chi A. Ossé
On November 2, 2023, Council Member Chi Ossé publicly criticized the Department of Transportation for delaying the protected bike lane project on Bedford Avenue. The project, which was supposed to upgrade a painted lane to a parking-protected lane, has been pushed to at least next spring. Ossé wrote to DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, calling the delay 'unacceptable' and demanding a firm installation date. He stated, 'The Bedford Avenue bike lane has been unacceptably dangerous since it was first laid, and for years, the people of my district have been promised that it would be protected.' Advocacy groups, including Transportation Alternatives, echoed his frustration, citing record cyclist deaths and urgent need for safety. The DOT has not responded to requests for comment. The delay highlights the city’s repeated failures to deliver promised street safety improvements.
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Council Member Chi Ossé Blasts DOT For Delaying — And Maybe Killing — Bedford Ave Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-02
A taxi traveling south on Franklin Avenue crashed, striking the center back end. Two male rear passengers suffered back injuries and whiplash. Alcohol involvement was noted. Both remained conscious and were not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, a 2012 Ford taxi traveling south on Franklin Avenue struck an object or vehicle at the center back end. Two male rear passengers, ages 35 and 37, were injured with back pain and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The driver’s errors include impaired operation due to alcohol involvement. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passengers’ safety equipment status is unknown. The crash caused moderate injuries to the occupants in the rear seats.
SUV Slams Truck, Elderly Passenger Killed▸A Jeep rear-ended a diesel truck on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV’s front crumpled. The truck barely moved. An 88-year-old woman, belted in the front seat, died inside the wreck. She never made it out. Impact was sudden. Death was total.
A Jeep SUV struck the rear of a diesel tractor truck on Atlantic Avenue near Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep rear-ended a diesel truck. The SUV’s front folded. The truck barely moved. An 88-year-old woman, belted in the front seat, died. Her body shattered inside the car. She never got out.' The crash killed the elderly front-seat passenger. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. No driver errors by the truck operator are listed. The force of the collision left the SUV destroyed at the front, while the truck sustained rear-end damage but remained largely unmoved.
Pedestrian Injured by Backing Sedan on Pacific Street▸A 64-year-old woman was struck while crossing Pacific Street with the signal. The sedan was backing unsafely. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver caused the crash by backing without caution.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Pacific Street while crossing with the signal. The crash involved a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling east that was backing unsafely. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to ensure the path was clear before reversing. There was no damage to the vehicle, and the driver was licensed in New York. The pedestrian was not at fault. The crash highlights the danger of unsafe backing maneuvers in areas with pedestrian traffic.
Limo Struck on Left by Turning Box Truck▸A northbound limo on Bergen Street was hit on its left side by a southbound box truck making a right turn. The limo driver, a 57-year-old man, suffered a back injury. Police cited failure to keep right as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, a 2023 Cadillac limo traveling north on Bergen Street was struck on its left side doors by a 2013 box truck making a right turn southbound. The limo driver, a 57-year-old male occupant, sustained a back injury and remained conscious. The report lists "Failure to Keep Right" as the contributing factor to the crash. The limo driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The box truck driver’s license status and jurisdiction were not provided. The impact occurred on the limo's left side and the truck's right front quarter panel. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUVs Collide on Ralph Avenue, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed on Ralph Avenue. One driver made a left turn. The other went straight. Impact hit front bumpers. A 42-year-old female driver suffered back injuries. She remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Ralph Avenue. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight south. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. A 42-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining back injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error during the left turn maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Slams Sedan Rear on Nostrand Avenue▸SUV hit sedan from behind on Nostrand Avenue. Front passenger, 26, suffered neck injury and whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in by lap belt and harness. No driver errors listed. Urban traffic, hard impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 SUV rear-ended a 2024 sedan traveling south on Nostrand Avenue. The SUV struck the sedan's center back end. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The sedan had two occupants, including a New Jersey-licensed driver. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The force of the collision caused moderate injury to the passenger, underscoring the risk of rear-end crashes in city traffic.
3Pickup Truck Strikes, Kills Child Passenger in Brooklyn▸A pickup truck moved east on Atlantic Avenue. The driver lost focus. The truck struck. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy bled out. Belt fastened. Airbag deployed. Nothing stopped the dying. Brooklyn lost another child to the street.
A pickup truck driven by a permit holder struck with its front on Atlantic Avenue near Brooklyn Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy suffered severe bleeding and died. He was wearing a seatbelt and the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The child, a rear passenger, was not ejected. The crash left the boy dead and exposed the deadly risk faced by passengers, even when safety equipment is used. The system failed to protect him.
Two Sedans Collide on Eastern Parkway▸Two sedans traveling east on Eastern Parkway crashed head-to-tail. The rear passenger in one car suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles showed center impact damage. The injured occupant was not ejected and wore no safety equipment.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Eastern Parkway while both were traveling straight ahead eastbound. The impact occurred at the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the trailing vehicle. A 31-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear of one sedan sustained injuries to her entire body and was in shock. She was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision caused damage centered on the rear of one vehicle and the front of the other.
Chi Ossé Opposes DOT Delay of Safety Boosting Bike Lane▸Council Member Chi Ossé condemned DOT for stalling the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The lane, long promised and long dangerous, remains unbuilt. Ossé demanded action. Cyclists keep dying. DOT offered no timeline. The city’s failure leaves lives at risk.
""I'm very excited that Council Member Ossé publicly expressed his and the District 36 community's strong support of the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue that DOT promised would be installed this summer."" -- Chi A. Ossé
On November 2, 2023, Council Member Chi Ossé publicly criticized the Department of Transportation for delaying the protected bike lane project on Bedford Avenue. The project, which was supposed to upgrade a painted lane to a parking-protected lane, has been pushed to at least next spring. Ossé wrote to DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, calling the delay 'unacceptable' and demanding a firm installation date. He stated, 'The Bedford Avenue bike lane has been unacceptably dangerous since it was first laid, and for years, the people of my district have been promised that it would be protected.' Advocacy groups, including Transportation Alternatives, echoed his frustration, citing record cyclist deaths and urgent need for safety. The DOT has not responded to requests for comment. The delay highlights the city’s repeated failures to deliver promised street safety improvements.
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Council Member Chi Ossé Blasts DOT For Delaying — And Maybe Killing — Bedford Ave Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-02
A Jeep rear-ended a diesel truck on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV’s front crumpled. The truck barely moved. An 88-year-old woman, belted in the front seat, died inside the wreck. She never made it out. Impact was sudden. Death was total.
A Jeep SUV struck the rear of a diesel tractor truck on Atlantic Avenue near Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep rear-ended a diesel truck. The SUV’s front folded. The truck barely moved. An 88-year-old woman, belted in the front seat, died. Her body shattered inside the car. She never got out.' The crash killed the elderly front-seat passenger. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. No driver errors by the truck operator are listed. The force of the collision left the SUV destroyed at the front, while the truck sustained rear-end damage but remained largely unmoved.
Pedestrian Injured by Backing Sedan on Pacific Street▸A 64-year-old woman was struck while crossing Pacific Street with the signal. The sedan was backing unsafely. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver caused the crash by backing without caution.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Pacific Street while crossing with the signal. The crash involved a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling east that was backing unsafely. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to ensure the path was clear before reversing. There was no damage to the vehicle, and the driver was licensed in New York. The pedestrian was not at fault. The crash highlights the danger of unsafe backing maneuvers in areas with pedestrian traffic.
Limo Struck on Left by Turning Box Truck▸A northbound limo on Bergen Street was hit on its left side by a southbound box truck making a right turn. The limo driver, a 57-year-old man, suffered a back injury. Police cited failure to keep right as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, a 2023 Cadillac limo traveling north on Bergen Street was struck on its left side doors by a 2013 box truck making a right turn southbound. The limo driver, a 57-year-old male occupant, sustained a back injury and remained conscious. The report lists "Failure to Keep Right" as the contributing factor to the crash. The limo driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The box truck driver’s license status and jurisdiction were not provided. The impact occurred on the limo's left side and the truck's right front quarter panel. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUVs Collide on Ralph Avenue, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed on Ralph Avenue. One driver made a left turn. The other went straight. Impact hit front bumpers. A 42-year-old female driver suffered back injuries. She remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Ralph Avenue. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight south. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. A 42-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining back injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error during the left turn maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Slams Sedan Rear on Nostrand Avenue▸SUV hit sedan from behind on Nostrand Avenue. Front passenger, 26, suffered neck injury and whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in by lap belt and harness. No driver errors listed. Urban traffic, hard impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 SUV rear-ended a 2024 sedan traveling south on Nostrand Avenue. The SUV struck the sedan's center back end. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The sedan had two occupants, including a New Jersey-licensed driver. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The force of the collision caused moderate injury to the passenger, underscoring the risk of rear-end crashes in city traffic.
3Pickup Truck Strikes, Kills Child Passenger in Brooklyn▸A pickup truck moved east on Atlantic Avenue. The driver lost focus. The truck struck. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy bled out. Belt fastened. Airbag deployed. Nothing stopped the dying. Brooklyn lost another child to the street.
A pickup truck driven by a permit holder struck with its front on Atlantic Avenue near Brooklyn Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy suffered severe bleeding and died. He was wearing a seatbelt and the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The child, a rear passenger, was not ejected. The crash left the boy dead and exposed the deadly risk faced by passengers, even when safety equipment is used. The system failed to protect him.
Two Sedans Collide on Eastern Parkway▸Two sedans traveling east on Eastern Parkway crashed head-to-tail. The rear passenger in one car suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles showed center impact damage. The injured occupant was not ejected and wore no safety equipment.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Eastern Parkway while both were traveling straight ahead eastbound. The impact occurred at the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the trailing vehicle. A 31-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear of one sedan sustained injuries to her entire body and was in shock. She was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision caused damage centered on the rear of one vehicle and the front of the other.
Chi Ossé Opposes DOT Delay of Safety Boosting Bike Lane▸Council Member Chi Ossé condemned DOT for stalling the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The lane, long promised and long dangerous, remains unbuilt. Ossé demanded action. Cyclists keep dying. DOT offered no timeline. The city’s failure leaves lives at risk.
""I'm very excited that Council Member Ossé publicly expressed his and the District 36 community's strong support of the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue that DOT promised would be installed this summer."" -- Chi A. Ossé
On November 2, 2023, Council Member Chi Ossé publicly criticized the Department of Transportation for delaying the protected bike lane project on Bedford Avenue. The project, which was supposed to upgrade a painted lane to a parking-protected lane, has been pushed to at least next spring. Ossé wrote to DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, calling the delay 'unacceptable' and demanding a firm installation date. He stated, 'The Bedford Avenue bike lane has been unacceptably dangerous since it was first laid, and for years, the people of my district have been promised that it would be protected.' Advocacy groups, including Transportation Alternatives, echoed his frustration, citing record cyclist deaths and urgent need for safety. The DOT has not responded to requests for comment. The delay highlights the city’s repeated failures to deliver promised street safety improvements.
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Council Member Chi Ossé Blasts DOT For Delaying — And Maybe Killing — Bedford Ave Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-02
A 64-year-old woman was struck while crossing Pacific Street with the signal. The sedan was backing unsafely. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver caused the crash by backing without caution.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Pacific Street while crossing with the signal. The crash involved a 2017 Hyundai sedan traveling east that was backing unsafely. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to ensure the path was clear before reversing. There was no damage to the vehicle, and the driver was licensed in New York. The pedestrian was not at fault. The crash highlights the danger of unsafe backing maneuvers in areas with pedestrian traffic.
Limo Struck on Left by Turning Box Truck▸A northbound limo on Bergen Street was hit on its left side by a southbound box truck making a right turn. The limo driver, a 57-year-old man, suffered a back injury. Police cited failure to keep right as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, a 2023 Cadillac limo traveling north on Bergen Street was struck on its left side doors by a 2013 box truck making a right turn southbound. The limo driver, a 57-year-old male occupant, sustained a back injury and remained conscious. The report lists "Failure to Keep Right" as the contributing factor to the crash. The limo driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The box truck driver’s license status and jurisdiction were not provided. The impact occurred on the limo's left side and the truck's right front quarter panel. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUVs Collide on Ralph Avenue, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed on Ralph Avenue. One driver made a left turn. The other went straight. Impact hit front bumpers. A 42-year-old female driver suffered back injuries. She remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Ralph Avenue. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight south. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. A 42-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining back injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error during the left turn maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Slams Sedan Rear on Nostrand Avenue▸SUV hit sedan from behind on Nostrand Avenue. Front passenger, 26, suffered neck injury and whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in by lap belt and harness. No driver errors listed. Urban traffic, hard impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 SUV rear-ended a 2024 sedan traveling south on Nostrand Avenue. The SUV struck the sedan's center back end. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The sedan had two occupants, including a New Jersey-licensed driver. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The force of the collision caused moderate injury to the passenger, underscoring the risk of rear-end crashes in city traffic.
3Pickup Truck Strikes, Kills Child Passenger in Brooklyn▸A pickup truck moved east on Atlantic Avenue. The driver lost focus. The truck struck. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy bled out. Belt fastened. Airbag deployed. Nothing stopped the dying. Brooklyn lost another child to the street.
A pickup truck driven by a permit holder struck with its front on Atlantic Avenue near Brooklyn Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy suffered severe bleeding and died. He was wearing a seatbelt and the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The child, a rear passenger, was not ejected. The crash left the boy dead and exposed the deadly risk faced by passengers, even when safety equipment is used. The system failed to protect him.
Two Sedans Collide on Eastern Parkway▸Two sedans traveling east on Eastern Parkway crashed head-to-tail. The rear passenger in one car suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles showed center impact damage. The injured occupant was not ejected and wore no safety equipment.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Eastern Parkway while both were traveling straight ahead eastbound. The impact occurred at the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the trailing vehicle. A 31-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear of one sedan sustained injuries to her entire body and was in shock. She was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision caused damage centered on the rear of one vehicle and the front of the other.
Chi Ossé Opposes DOT Delay of Safety Boosting Bike Lane▸Council Member Chi Ossé condemned DOT for stalling the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The lane, long promised and long dangerous, remains unbuilt. Ossé demanded action. Cyclists keep dying. DOT offered no timeline. The city’s failure leaves lives at risk.
""I'm very excited that Council Member Ossé publicly expressed his and the District 36 community's strong support of the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue that DOT promised would be installed this summer."" -- Chi A. Ossé
On November 2, 2023, Council Member Chi Ossé publicly criticized the Department of Transportation for delaying the protected bike lane project on Bedford Avenue. The project, which was supposed to upgrade a painted lane to a parking-protected lane, has been pushed to at least next spring. Ossé wrote to DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, calling the delay 'unacceptable' and demanding a firm installation date. He stated, 'The Bedford Avenue bike lane has been unacceptably dangerous since it was first laid, and for years, the people of my district have been promised that it would be protected.' Advocacy groups, including Transportation Alternatives, echoed his frustration, citing record cyclist deaths and urgent need for safety. The DOT has not responded to requests for comment. The delay highlights the city’s repeated failures to deliver promised street safety improvements.
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Council Member Chi Ossé Blasts DOT For Delaying — And Maybe Killing — Bedford Ave Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-02
A northbound limo on Bergen Street was hit on its left side by a southbound box truck making a right turn. The limo driver, a 57-year-old man, suffered a back injury. Police cited failure to keep right as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, a 2023 Cadillac limo traveling north on Bergen Street was struck on its left side doors by a 2013 box truck making a right turn southbound. The limo driver, a 57-year-old male occupant, sustained a back injury and remained conscious. The report lists "Failure to Keep Right" as the contributing factor to the crash. The limo driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The box truck driver’s license status and jurisdiction were not provided. The impact occurred on the limo's left side and the truck's right front quarter panel. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUVs Collide on Ralph Avenue, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed on Ralph Avenue. One driver made a left turn. The other went straight. Impact hit front bumpers. A 42-year-old female driver suffered back injuries. She remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Ralph Avenue. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight south. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. A 42-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining back injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error during the left turn maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Slams Sedan Rear on Nostrand Avenue▸SUV hit sedan from behind on Nostrand Avenue. Front passenger, 26, suffered neck injury and whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in by lap belt and harness. No driver errors listed. Urban traffic, hard impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 SUV rear-ended a 2024 sedan traveling south on Nostrand Avenue. The SUV struck the sedan's center back end. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The sedan had two occupants, including a New Jersey-licensed driver. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The force of the collision caused moderate injury to the passenger, underscoring the risk of rear-end crashes in city traffic.
3Pickup Truck Strikes, Kills Child Passenger in Brooklyn▸A pickup truck moved east on Atlantic Avenue. The driver lost focus. The truck struck. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy bled out. Belt fastened. Airbag deployed. Nothing stopped the dying. Brooklyn lost another child to the street.
A pickup truck driven by a permit holder struck with its front on Atlantic Avenue near Brooklyn Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy suffered severe bleeding and died. He was wearing a seatbelt and the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The child, a rear passenger, was not ejected. The crash left the boy dead and exposed the deadly risk faced by passengers, even when safety equipment is used. The system failed to protect him.
Two Sedans Collide on Eastern Parkway▸Two sedans traveling east on Eastern Parkway crashed head-to-tail. The rear passenger in one car suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles showed center impact damage. The injured occupant was not ejected and wore no safety equipment.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Eastern Parkway while both were traveling straight ahead eastbound. The impact occurred at the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the trailing vehicle. A 31-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear of one sedan sustained injuries to her entire body and was in shock. She was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision caused damage centered on the rear of one vehicle and the front of the other.
Chi Ossé Opposes DOT Delay of Safety Boosting Bike Lane▸Council Member Chi Ossé condemned DOT for stalling the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The lane, long promised and long dangerous, remains unbuilt. Ossé demanded action. Cyclists keep dying. DOT offered no timeline. The city’s failure leaves lives at risk.
""I'm very excited that Council Member Ossé publicly expressed his and the District 36 community's strong support of the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue that DOT promised would be installed this summer."" -- Chi A. Ossé
On November 2, 2023, Council Member Chi Ossé publicly criticized the Department of Transportation for delaying the protected bike lane project on Bedford Avenue. The project, which was supposed to upgrade a painted lane to a parking-protected lane, has been pushed to at least next spring. Ossé wrote to DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, calling the delay 'unacceptable' and demanding a firm installation date. He stated, 'The Bedford Avenue bike lane has been unacceptably dangerous since it was first laid, and for years, the people of my district have been promised that it would be protected.' Advocacy groups, including Transportation Alternatives, echoed his frustration, citing record cyclist deaths and urgent need for safety. The DOT has not responded to requests for comment. The delay highlights the city’s repeated failures to deliver promised street safety improvements.
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Council Member Chi Ossé Blasts DOT For Delaying — And Maybe Killing — Bedford Ave Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-02
Two SUVs crashed on Ralph Avenue. One driver made a left turn. The other went straight. Impact hit front bumpers. A 42-year-old female driver suffered back injuries. She remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Ralph Avenue. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight south. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. A 42-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining back injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error during the left turn maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Slams Sedan Rear on Nostrand Avenue▸SUV hit sedan from behind on Nostrand Avenue. Front passenger, 26, suffered neck injury and whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in by lap belt and harness. No driver errors listed. Urban traffic, hard impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 SUV rear-ended a 2024 sedan traveling south on Nostrand Avenue. The SUV struck the sedan's center back end. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The sedan had two occupants, including a New Jersey-licensed driver. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The force of the collision caused moderate injury to the passenger, underscoring the risk of rear-end crashes in city traffic.
3Pickup Truck Strikes, Kills Child Passenger in Brooklyn▸A pickup truck moved east on Atlantic Avenue. The driver lost focus. The truck struck. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy bled out. Belt fastened. Airbag deployed. Nothing stopped the dying. Brooklyn lost another child to the street.
A pickup truck driven by a permit holder struck with its front on Atlantic Avenue near Brooklyn Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy suffered severe bleeding and died. He was wearing a seatbelt and the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The child, a rear passenger, was not ejected. The crash left the boy dead and exposed the deadly risk faced by passengers, even when safety equipment is used. The system failed to protect him.
Two Sedans Collide on Eastern Parkway▸Two sedans traveling east on Eastern Parkway crashed head-to-tail. The rear passenger in one car suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles showed center impact damage. The injured occupant was not ejected and wore no safety equipment.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Eastern Parkway while both were traveling straight ahead eastbound. The impact occurred at the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the trailing vehicle. A 31-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear of one sedan sustained injuries to her entire body and was in shock. She was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision caused damage centered on the rear of one vehicle and the front of the other.
Chi Ossé Opposes DOT Delay of Safety Boosting Bike Lane▸Council Member Chi Ossé condemned DOT for stalling the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The lane, long promised and long dangerous, remains unbuilt. Ossé demanded action. Cyclists keep dying. DOT offered no timeline. The city’s failure leaves lives at risk.
""I'm very excited that Council Member Ossé publicly expressed his and the District 36 community's strong support of the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue that DOT promised would be installed this summer."" -- Chi A. Ossé
On November 2, 2023, Council Member Chi Ossé publicly criticized the Department of Transportation for delaying the protected bike lane project on Bedford Avenue. The project, which was supposed to upgrade a painted lane to a parking-protected lane, has been pushed to at least next spring. Ossé wrote to DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, calling the delay 'unacceptable' and demanding a firm installation date. He stated, 'The Bedford Avenue bike lane has been unacceptably dangerous since it was first laid, and for years, the people of my district have been promised that it would be protected.' Advocacy groups, including Transportation Alternatives, echoed his frustration, citing record cyclist deaths and urgent need for safety. The DOT has not responded to requests for comment. The delay highlights the city’s repeated failures to deliver promised street safety improvements.
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Council Member Chi Ossé Blasts DOT For Delaying — And Maybe Killing — Bedford Ave Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-02
SUV hit sedan from behind on Nostrand Avenue. Front passenger, 26, suffered neck injury and whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in by lap belt and harness. No driver errors listed. Urban traffic, hard impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 SUV rear-ended a 2024 sedan traveling south on Nostrand Avenue. The SUV struck the sedan's center back end. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The sedan had two occupants, including a New Jersey-licensed driver. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The force of the collision caused moderate injury to the passenger, underscoring the risk of rear-end crashes in city traffic.
3Pickup Truck Strikes, Kills Child Passenger in Brooklyn▸A pickup truck moved east on Atlantic Avenue. The driver lost focus. The truck struck. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy bled out. Belt fastened. Airbag deployed. Nothing stopped the dying. Brooklyn lost another child to the street.
A pickup truck driven by a permit holder struck with its front on Atlantic Avenue near Brooklyn Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy suffered severe bleeding and died. He was wearing a seatbelt and the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The child, a rear passenger, was not ejected. The crash left the boy dead and exposed the deadly risk faced by passengers, even when safety equipment is used. The system failed to protect him.
Two Sedans Collide on Eastern Parkway▸Two sedans traveling east on Eastern Parkway crashed head-to-tail. The rear passenger in one car suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles showed center impact damage. The injured occupant was not ejected and wore no safety equipment.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Eastern Parkway while both were traveling straight ahead eastbound. The impact occurred at the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the trailing vehicle. A 31-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear of one sedan sustained injuries to her entire body and was in shock. She was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision caused damage centered on the rear of one vehicle and the front of the other.
Chi Ossé Opposes DOT Delay of Safety Boosting Bike Lane▸Council Member Chi Ossé condemned DOT for stalling the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The lane, long promised and long dangerous, remains unbuilt. Ossé demanded action. Cyclists keep dying. DOT offered no timeline. The city’s failure leaves lives at risk.
""I'm very excited that Council Member Ossé publicly expressed his and the District 36 community's strong support of the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue that DOT promised would be installed this summer."" -- Chi A. Ossé
On November 2, 2023, Council Member Chi Ossé publicly criticized the Department of Transportation for delaying the protected bike lane project on Bedford Avenue. The project, which was supposed to upgrade a painted lane to a parking-protected lane, has been pushed to at least next spring. Ossé wrote to DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, calling the delay 'unacceptable' and demanding a firm installation date. He stated, 'The Bedford Avenue bike lane has been unacceptably dangerous since it was first laid, and for years, the people of my district have been promised that it would be protected.' Advocacy groups, including Transportation Alternatives, echoed his frustration, citing record cyclist deaths and urgent need for safety. The DOT has not responded to requests for comment. The delay highlights the city’s repeated failures to deliver promised street safety improvements.
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Council Member Chi Ossé Blasts DOT For Delaying — And Maybe Killing — Bedford Ave Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-02
A pickup truck moved east on Atlantic Avenue. The driver lost focus. The truck struck. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy bled out. Belt fastened. Airbag deployed. Nothing stopped the dying. Brooklyn lost another child to the street.
A pickup truck driven by a permit holder struck with its front on Atlantic Avenue near Brooklyn Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy suffered severe bleeding and died. He was wearing a seatbelt and the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The child, a rear passenger, was not ejected. The crash left the boy dead and exposed the deadly risk faced by passengers, even when safety equipment is used. The system failed to protect him.
Two Sedans Collide on Eastern Parkway▸Two sedans traveling east on Eastern Parkway crashed head-to-tail. The rear passenger in one car suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles showed center impact damage. The injured occupant was not ejected and wore no safety equipment.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Eastern Parkway while both were traveling straight ahead eastbound. The impact occurred at the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the trailing vehicle. A 31-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear of one sedan sustained injuries to her entire body and was in shock. She was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision caused damage centered on the rear of one vehicle and the front of the other.
Chi Ossé Opposes DOT Delay of Safety Boosting Bike Lane▸Council Member Chi Ossé condemned DOT for stalling the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The lane, long promised and long dangerous, remains unbuilt. Ossé demanded action. Cyclists keep dying. DOT offered no timeline. The city’s failure leaves lives at risk.
""I'm very excited that Council Member Ossé publicly expressed his and the District 36 community's strong support of the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue that DOT promised would be installed this summer."" -- Chi A. Ossé
On November 2, 2023, Council Member Chi Ossé publicly criticized the Department of Transportation for delaying the protected bike lane project on Bedford Avenue. The project, which was supposed to upgrade a painted lane to a parking-protected lane, has been pushed to at least next spring. Ossé wrote to DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, calling the delay 'unacceptable' and demanding a firm installation date. He stated, 'The Bedford Avenue bike lane has been unacceptably dangerous since it was first laid, and for years, the people of my district have been promised that it would be protected.' Advocacy groups, including Transportation Alternatives, echoed his frustration, citing record cyclist deaths and urgent need for safety. The DOT has not responded to requests for comment. The delay highlights the city’s repeated failures to deliver promised street safety improvements.
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Council Member Chi Ossé Blasts DOT For Delaying — And Maybe Killing — Bedford Ave Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-02
Two sedans traveling east on Eastern Parkway crashed head-to-tail. The rear passenger in one car suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles showed center impact damage. The injured occupant was not ejected and wore no safety equipment.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Eastern Parkway while both were traveling straight ahead eastbound. The impact occurred at the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the trailing vehicle. A 31-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear of one sedan sustained injuries to her entire body and was in shock. She was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision caused damage centered on the rear of one vehicle and the front of the other.
Chi Ossé Opposes DOT Delay of Safety Boosting Bike Lane▸Council Member Chi Ossé condemned DOT for stalling the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The lane, long promised and long dangerous, remains unbuilt. Ossé demanded action. Cyclists keep dying. DOT offered no timeline. The city’s failure leaves lives at risk.
""I'm very excited that Council Member Ossé publicly expressed his and the District 36 community's strong support of the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue that DOT promised would be installed this summer."" -- Chi A. Ossé
On November 2, 2023, Council Member Chi Ossé publicly criticized the Department of Transportation for delaying the protected bike lane project on Bedford Avenue. The project, which was supposed to upgrade a painted lane to a parking-protected lane, has been pushed to at least next spring. Ossé wrote to DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, calling the delay 'unacceptable' and demanding a firm installation date. He stated, 'The Bedford Avenue bike lane has been unacceptably dangerous since it was first laid, and for years, the people of my district have been promised that it would be protected.' Advocacy groups, including Transportation Alternatives, echoed his frustration, citing record cyclist deaths and urgent need for safety. The DOT has not responded to requests for comment. The delay highlights the city’s repeated failures to deliver promised street safety improvements.
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Council Member Chi Ossé Blasts DOT For Delaying — And Maybe Killing — Bedford Ave Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-02
Council Member Chi Ossé condemned DOT for stalling the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The lane, long promised and long dangerous, remains unbuilt. Ossé demanded action. Cyclists keep dying. DOT offered no timeline. The city’s failure leaves lives at risk.
""I'm very excited that Council Member Ossé publicly expressed his and the District 36 community's strong support of the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue that DOT promised would be installed this summer."" -- Chi A. Ossé
On November 2, 2023, Council Member Chi Ossé publicly criticized the Department of Transportation for delaying the protected bike lane project on Bedford Avenue. The project, which was supposed to upgrade a painted lane to a parking-protected lane, has been pushed to at least next spring. Ossé wrote to DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, calling the delay 'unacceptable' and demanding a firm installation date. He stated, 'The Bedford Avenue bike lane has been unacceptably dangerous since it was first laid, and for years, the people of my district have been promised that it would be protected.' Advocacy groups, including Transportation Alternatives, echoed his frustration, citing record cyclist deaths and urgent need for safety. The DOT has not responded to requests for comment. The delay highlights the city’s repeated failures to deliver promised street safety improvements.
- Council Member Chi Ossé Blasts DOT For Delaying — And Maybe Killing — Bedford Ave Bike Lane, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-11-02