Crash Count for Brooklyn CB8
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 4,254
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,410
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 547
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 23
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 14
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 15, 2025
Carnage in CB 308
Killed 14
Crush Injuries 6
Whole body 3
Neck 2
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Severe Bleeding 10
Head 7
+2
Face 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Whole body 1
Severe Lacerations 5
Head 4
Face 1
Concussion 10
Head 6
+1
Chest 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Neck 1
Whiplash 109
Neck 54
+49
Back 32
+27
Head 12
+7
Whole body 7
+2
Lower leg/foot 6
+1
Shoulder/upper arm 5
Chest 4
Abdomen/pelvis 2
Lower arm/hand 2
Eye 1
Face 1
Contusion/Bruise 123
Lower leg/foot 50
+45
Head 18
+13
Back 10
+5
Hip/upper leg 10
+5
Shoulder/upper arm 9
+4
Lower arm/hand 8
+3
Whole body 7
+2
Face 6
+1
Chest 5
Neck 4
Abrasion 83
Lower leg/foot 32
+27
Lower arm/hand 13
+8
Head 12
+7
Whole body 6
+1
Hip/upper leg 5
Shoulder/upper arm 5
Face 4
Neck 3
Back 2
Chest 1
Pain/Nausea 36
Back 9
+4
Lower arm/hand 6
+1
Lower leg/foot 6
+1
Whole body 5
Chest 3
Neck 3
Head 2
Hip/upper leg 2
Face 1
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 15, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Brooklyn CB8?

Preventable Speeding in CB 308 School Zones

(since 2022)

Caught Speeding Recently in CB 308

Vehicles – Caught Speeding in NYC (12 months)
  1. 2017 Black Lexus Sedan (LPY1138) – 233 times • 3 in last 90d here
  2. 2022 Gray Ford Pickup (KXM7078) – 215 times • 1 in last 90d here
  3. 2024 Black Honda 4H (TLB7922) – 154 times • 3 in last 90d here
  4. 2020 Black BMW Mp (RUN1724) – 135 times • 4 in last 90d here
  5. 2016 BMW Sedan (MHA9607) – 128 times • 2 in last 90d here
Atlantic Avenue, 9 PM

Atlantic Avenue, 9 PM

Brooklyn CB8: Jan 1, 2022 - Sep 3, 2025

About 9 PM on May 25, 2024, a 39‑year‑old man was struck and killed off the crosswalk on Atlantic Avenue. An SUV and a box truck were involved. He died at the scene. NYC Open Data

He was one of 11 people killed on Brooklyn Community Board 8 streets since Jan 1, 2022, alongside 1,863 injured in 3,308 crashes. NYC Open Data

The deaths continued into this summer. On Aug 28, 2025, a motorcyclist died at Atlantic and Classon after striking a parked dump truck. NYC Open Data

The same corridor, the same hurt

Atlantic Avenue is the worst stretch here, with the most crashes and the most dead. Our analysis flags it as the top hotspot in CB8. NYC Open Data

Evening brings the hardest blows. From late afternoon into night, this area records multiple fatalities, including at 5 PM, 6 PM, and 9 PM hours across the period. NYC Open Data

Heavy vehicles keep showing up in the body count and the injury log. Trucks and buses are tied to pedestrian deaths and dozens of injuries in this board. NYC Open Data

Named failures, fixable now

Some patterns are plain. Driver inattention shows up again and again in injury cases here. So do failure to yield and drivers blowing signals. Speeding injuries are present, too. These are design and accountability problems with known cures. NYC Open Data

Concrete steps on these blocks: daylight every corner so people are visible, as required by a Council bill to ban parking within 20 feet of crosswalks — a bill co‑sponsored by Council Member Chi A. Ossé (Int 1138‑2024). Harden turns and add leading pedestrian intervals. Focus truck enforcement and routing on Atlantic and the repeat hotspots. NYC Open Data

Who acts, and who waits

At the state level, the Stop Super Speeders bill would force the worst repeat offenders to use speed limiters. State Senator Zellnor Myrie is listed as a co‑sponsor, though he missed two committee votes in June 2025. He said, “We should be making this as easy as possible and as safe as possible for as many people as possible.” (S4045) (Streetsblog NYC)

Assembly Member Brian Cunningham missed a committee vote on a school speed zone safety bill in June 2025. What gives? (S 8344)

City lawmakers also hold a key. The daylighting bill above would clear sightlines at scale if passed and implemented. NYC Council – Legistar

Slow it down, stop the bleed

This board has 11 dead since 2022. Two were pedestrians. One was a bicyclist. Trucks figure in several of the worst crashes. The map doesn’t lie: Atlantic keeps taking. NYC Open Data

Two moves would change the odds on every corner: lower speeds across the city and rein in the repeat offenders who keep blowing through our blocks. Tell City Hall and Albany to act. Take action.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is this happening?
Brooklyn Community Board 8, covering Prospect Heights, Crown Heights (North), and Lincoln Terrace Park. It overlaps parts of Council Districts 35, 36, and 41; Assembly Districts 43, 44, 55, 56, 57; and State Senate Districts 20 and 25.
How many people have been hurt or killed here?
From Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 3, 2025, there were 3,308 crashes, 1,863 people injured, and 11 people killed in Brooklyn CB8, according to NYC’s collisions datasets.
What corners are the worst?
Atlantic Avenue is the top hotspot in CB8 by crashes and harm in this period. Other repeat sites include Bedford Avenue, Eastern Parkway, Pacific Street, and St Johns Place, per our analysis of the city’s data.
Which officials represent this area on street safety?
Council Member Chi A. Ossé co‑sponsors the daylighting bill Int 1138‑2024. State Senator Zellnor Myrie co‑sponsors S4045 to require speed limiters for repeat offenders and missed two June 2025 committee votes. Assembly Member Brian Cunningham missed a June 2025 committee vote on a school speed zone safety bill.
How were these numbers calculated?
We used NYC Open Data’s Motor Vehicle Collisions datasets (Crashes h9gi‑nx95, Persons f55k‑p6yu, Vehicles bm4k‑52h4). We filtered to crashes from 2022‑01‑01 through 2025‑09‑03 within Brooklyn Community Board 8 and tallied totals (crashes, injuries, deaths) and hotspot streets. Data were accessed Sep 3, 2025. You can view the base crash table here.
What is CrashCount?
We’re a tool for helping hold local politicians and other actors accountable for their failure to protect you when you’re walking or cycling in NYC. We update our site constantly to provide you with up to date information on what’s happening in your neighborhood.

Citations

Citations
  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-03
  • File S 4045 - Bill text and actions , Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-11
  • The Dave Colon Challenge: Zellnor Myrie Wants His Own Bike Now - Article , Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-16
  • File Int 1138‑2024 - Bill page , NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-12-05

Other Representatives

Assembly Member Brian Cunningham

District 43

Council Member Chi A. Ossé

District 36

State Senator Zellnor Myrie

District 20

Other Geographies

Brooklyn CB8 Brooklyn Community Board 8 sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 77, District 36, AD 43, SD 20.

It contains Prospect Heights, Crown Heights (North), Lincoln Terrace Park.

See also
Boroughs
City Council Districts
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Brooklyn Community Board 8

28
Cyclist Hurt in Solo Rochester Avenue Crash

Jul 28 - A 24-year-old cyclist was hurt on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place. He hit pavement. Abrasions to knee and foot. No other parties listed.

A 24-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding south on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, he suffered abrasions to his knee and foot and was conscious at the scene. No other vehicles or persons were listed. The rider was traveling straight ahead. The bicycle showed no damage, and the report noted no point of impact. Police recorded no driver errors and no contributing factors. The crash occurred in the 77th Precinct, ZIP 11213.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4832437 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
23
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue

Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.

Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.


22
Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub

Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.

On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.


19
Cyclists Collide at Grand Army Plaza, One Injured

Jul 19 - Two cyclists crashed at Grand Army Plaza. One man, 64, suffered a fractured arm. Police cite driver inattention. The street saw blood and broken bone. Danger rides with distraction.

Two men riding bikes collided at Grand Army Plaza in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one cyclist, age 64, was injured with a fractured arm and dislocation. The other, age 37, was not seriously hurt. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Both cyclists were traveling straight ahead before impact. The report notes the injured cyclist wore a helmet. Systemic danger persists where focus lapses and vulnerable road users meet.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828864 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
19
Two SUVs collide on Atlantic and New York

Jul 19 - Two SUVs collided at Atlantic Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn. Four people were hurt. Drivers and passengers suffered head, chest, and leg injuries and shock. Police listed all contributing factors as "Unspecified."

Two drivers collided at Atlantic Avenue and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2017 Ford SUV was traveling north. The driver of a 2006 Jeep was traveling east. According to the police report, four people were injured: a 34-year-old male front passenger with a leg contusion, a 28-year-old female rear passenger with chest pain, a 31-year-old male driver with a head injury, and a 58-year-old female driver in shock. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified." Vehicle damage was logged at the center front end and right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828566 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue

Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.

Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.


17
Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts

Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.

On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.


16
Woman Hit Crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect

Jul 16 - A woman crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place with the signal was struck and injured. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The police report lists no driver errors or contributing factors.

A female pedestrian was struck while crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place in Brooklyn on July 16 at 6:05 p.m. She was crossing with the signal. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. Police recorded one involved vehicle with CT registration but did not provide a vehicle type or driver details such as sex, license status, or pre‑crash actions. The collision is logged under ID 4827971 in zip code 11213.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827971 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
15
SUV Driver Ignores Signal, Ejects Cyclist

Jul 15 - The driver of an SUV disregarded traffic control and hit a 29-year-old woman on a bicycle at Underhill Ave and Bergen St in Brooklyn. She was ejected and suffered shoulder and upper-arm injuries and abrasions. Police listed Traffic Control Disregarded.

A 29-year-old woman riding a bicycle was struck and ejected at Underhill Ave and Bergen St in Brooklyn. She suffered shoulder and upper-arm injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was listed as a contributing factor. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver of an SUV traveling south; the bicyclist was traveling west and was ejected. The victim’s listed contributing factor is "Unspecified." The report records the SUV’s point of impact as left side doors and notes the bicyclist sustained an abrasion to the shoulder/upper arm.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827838 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
15
SUV Left Turn Hits Cyclist on Washington Ave

Jul 15 - An SUV turned left on Washington Ave. The driver struck a cyclist. The cyclist was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.

A cyclist riding south on Washington Ave was struck by an SUV making a left turn from Dean St. The cyclist, a 25-year-old woman, was ejected and suffered abrasions to her entire body. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash underscores the risk faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention. Helmet use was not specified in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830038 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman

Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.

According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.


12
Sedan Hits Scooter Turning on Atlantic

Jul 12 - On Atlantic Avenue a sedan hit a standing scooter turning left onto Franklin Avenue. The scooter driver, 25, suffered contusions to her elbow and lower arm. Police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction."

The driver of a sedan traveling west on Atlantic Avenue struck a standing scooter making a left turn onto Franklin Avenue in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 25-year-old woman, was injured and sustained contusions to her elbow, lower arm and hand. The sedan struck the scooter at the sedan's right front quarter panel and the scooter's center front end. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. The police record lists the scooter driver as conscious and not ejected. No pedestrians were involved. No helmet or signal issues are listed as contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830686 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
12
Letitia James Urges Delivery Workers To Claim Settlement

Jul 12 - DoorDash must pay $16.75 million to New York delivery workers. The payout covers lost tips. Workers have until September 30, 2025, to claim their share. The settlement brings overdue cash, but street dangers remain.

"New York Attorney General Letitia James is calling on DoorDash delivery workers to file claims to receive their share of a $16.75 million settlement before the deadline on Sept. 30, 2025." -- Letitia James

On July 12, 2025, BKReader reported a $16.75 million settlement for DoorDash delivery workers in New York. No council bill number or committee is listed. Attorney General Letitia James called on workers to 'claim their share of a multimillion-dollar settlement.' The settlement follows an investigation into DoorDash's use of tips to subsidize wages. All funds go to eligible Dashers. BKReader urges prompt action before the September 30 deadline. While the settlement may improve financial well-being for delivery workers, it does not directly address street safety, infrastructure, or systemic risks faced by pedestrians and cyclists.


11
Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Pedestrian at Schenectady

Jul 11 - A sedan ran the light on Schenectady Ave. It hit a man crossing with the signal. His leg broke. The driver sped through. The street stayed quiet after.

A sedan struck a 53-year-old man crossing Schenectady Ave at Atlantic Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver disregarded traffic control and drove at unsafe speed. The man suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The crash left the pedestrian injured at the intersection.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826769 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
10
SUV Hits Cyclist on Bergen Street

Jul 10 - The driver of an SUV hit a bicyclist at Bergen Street and New York Avenue. The 31-year-old man was partially ejected and suffered severe bleeding and arm injuries. Three SUV occupants were unhurt.

The driver of an SUV, traveling west on Bergen Street, struck a bicyclist riding north at New York Avenue. The bicyclist, a 31-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered severe bleeding to his elbow/lower arm/hand. Three occupants in the SUV were not injured. “According to the police report,” contributing factors were recorded as "Unspecified." The report does not list any driver errors. Police logged the SUV point of impact as center front end and the bicycle point of impact as the right front quarter panel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826766 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
10
Sedan Hits Parked Motorcycle; Woman Injured

Jul 10 - The driver of a sedan traveling east struck a parked motorcycle on Atlantic Ave in Brooklyn. A 60-year-old woman in the sedan suffered shoulder and upper-arm abrasions and was conscious at the scene. Police cited driver inattention and improper lane use.

The driver of a sedan traveling east on Atlantic Avenue struck a parked motorcycle. A 60-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered shoulder and upper-arm abrasions and remained conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" contributed to the collision. The report lists the motorcycle as parked and notes damage to the motorcycle’s right-front bumper and the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. Police recorded no other contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826610 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run

Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.

CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.


9
Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene

Jul 9 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man crossing in Sheepshead Bay. The rider looked away, hit the man, paused, then fled. The victim lay motionless. Paramedics rushed him to the hospital. He died from his injuries.

ABC7 reported on July 9, 2025, that Zhuo Xie, 90, was killed crossing East 14th Street and Avenue U in Brooklyn. The article states, "a man riding a blue moped slammed into Xie and both men fell to the ground." Surveillance video showed the moped rider looking left, not ahead, before impact. The driver checked on Xie, then left the scene. Police said the moped had a green light, but the rider's inattention and failure to remain highlight systemic dangers for pedestrians. The incident underscores risks at intersections and the consequences of hit-and-run crashes.


8
Driver of SUV Hits Backing Sedan on Classon

Jul 8 - The driver of an SUV hit a sedan that was backing on Classon Avenue at Park Place. The sedan’s 23-year-old driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. Police recorded distraction for both drivers. The SUV’s front struck the sedan’s rear.

A driver in an SUV traveling north hit a sedan that was backing on Classon Avenue at Park Place. A 23-year-old man driving the sedan was injured; police list a head injury and complaint of whiplash. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The SUV sustained center front-end damage; the sedan sustained center back-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved, and no other contributing factors are listed in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826767 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
7
Bus Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on Bergen

Jul 7 - A bus hit a cyclist on Bergen Street. The cyclist was thrown, hurt his back, and suffered bruises. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Streets remain perilous for those outside steel.

A bus and a bicycle collided on Bergen Street at Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. The 21-year-old cyclist was ejected and suffered back injuries and bruises. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The bus driver and another occupant were involved but not reported injured. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but the main factors listed were driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826117 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19