About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 8
▸ Crush Injuries 16
▸ Severe Bleeding 5
▸ Severe Lacerations 12
▸ Concussion 12
▸ Whiplash 72
▸ Contusion/Bruise 140
▸ Abrasion 77
▸ Pain/Nausea 35
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Eastern Parkway’s toll: six lives, hundreds hurt, and no slow-down
Brooklyn CB9: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 25, 2025
Eastern Parkway does not forgive. It leads this district in harm, with three deaths and 221 injuries since 2022, more than any other corridor here (NYC Open Data). A 53‑year‑old man died at the intersection in 2022. Police cited driver distraction (CrashID 4517159). A 56‑year‑old man was killed that fall near Schenectady. Police listed unsafe speed (CrashID 4575837). This June, an 8‑year‑old boy died at Albany Avenue. An SUV going straight hit him in the crosswalk at the intersection. The dataset records “apparent death” (CrashID 4823788).
Across Brooklyn CB9 since 2022, six people are dead and 584 injured. Pedestrians bear the worst of it: four dead and 360 hurt. SUVs and cars dominate the cases that injure people on foot (NYC Open Data). The city’s rollup shows SUVs and cars involved in most pedestrian injuries, with trucks and buses far behind (NYC Open Data).
The harm peaks late. Injuries spike from 4 p.m. through 8 p.m., with deaths recorded at 5 p.m., 6 p.m., and 8 p.m. (NYC Open Data hourly distribution).
Where the street turns deadly
- Eastern Parkway: three deaths, 221 injuries.
- Nostrand Avenue: one death, 68 injuries.
One crash on Crown and Nostrand killed a 56‑year‑old driver in 2023 after a multi‑vehicle collision pinned him; the record marks “killed” and “trapped” (CrashID 4612732). On Montgomery at Brooklyn Avenue in April 2025, a 101‑year‑old woman was hit while crossing with the signal. Police cited failure to yield and driver distraction (CrashID 4804451).
Since 2022, the dataset tags “unsafe speed” among the fatal cases on Eastern Parkway, and “driver inattention/distraction” in others. “Failure to yield” appears in the death at Montgomery Street (NYC Open Data).
The slope is getting steeper
This year to date, crashes in this district are up about 19% over last year’s pace. Injuries are up about 23%. Two people are dead so far; none at this point last year (NYC Open Data period stats). Under 18s are among them. A 75‑plus death is logged too (NYC Open Data period stats).
The pattern in pedestrian harm points mostly to sedans and SUVs. The rollup logs 156 pedestrian injury events with sedans and 100 with SUVs, with three pedestrian deaths tied to SUVs in this span (NYC Open Data person rollup).
What would stop the bleeding on these corners
- Daylight the crossings. Keep cars 20 feet back at crosswalks. Council Member Rita Joseph co‑sponsors a bill to ban parking at corners and require barriers at scale (Int 1138‑2024).
- Harden left turns where people keep getting hit. Montgomery at Brooklyn Avenue. Eastern Parkway’s side streets. Failure to yield shows up in the fatal record there (CrashID 4804451).
- Target the evening hours. The data shows the worst from late afternoon into night (NYC Open Data hourly distribution).
Albany gave the city the tool. The city can use it.
Albany passed Sammy’s Law. The city can lower residential limits to 20 mph. A pedestrian hit at 30 mph dies far more often than at 20. The call is simple: set 20 mph and enforce it (CrashCount: Take Action).
In Albany, there is another lever aimed at chronic speeders. The Stop Super Speeders Act (S4045) would require intelligent speed assistance after a pattern of violations. It moved through committee in June. Senator Zellnor Myrie is listed as a co‑sponsor; he missed two committee votes that week, marked “excused” (Open States S 4045).
Gothamist’s recent roundup showed, again, what happens when speed and mass meet the human body. “Police are investigating three separate car crashes that left two people dead,” the outlet reported. In another case, “Criminal charges for him were still pending” (Gothamist).
Names become numbers when corners stay the same
This board’s map shows where the bodies fell. Eastern Parkway. Nostrand. Crown. Montgomery. The records note “apparent death.” The hour stamps pile up at dusk. The pattern does not move on its own.
Lower the speed. Cut the angles. Clear the sightlines. Hold repeat speeders to the line. Do it now. Act here.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-25
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Person - Crashes , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-25
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-05
- File Int 1138-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-12-05
- Take Action: Slow the Speed, Stop the Carnage, CrashCount, Published 0001-01-01
Other Representatives
District 43
249 Empire Blvd., Brooklyn, NY 11225
Room 555, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 40
930 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11226
718-287-8762
250 Broadway, Suite 1752, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7352
District 20
1077 Nostrand Ave. Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11225
Room 806, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Brooklyn CB9 Brooklyn Community Board 9 sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 71, District 40, AD 43, SD 20.
It contains Crown Heights (South), Prospect Lefferts Gardens-Wingate.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Brooklyn Community Board 9
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Zellnor Myrie Urges Council to Resist Housing Cuts▸Nov 21 - Council weighs Adams’s City of Yes plan. Mayoral challengers back the original, urge no watering down. They want housing, not parking. Council may weaken it. The fight is over homes versus cars. Vulnerable road users watch as parking mandates hang in the balance.
On November 21, 2024, the City Council debated Mayor Adams’s City of Yes zoning proposal, which aims to boost housing and scrap mandatory parking citywide. The Council may weaken the plan by creating a three-tiered system, risking fewer new homes. Mayoral challengers Zellnor Myrie, Brad Lander, Scott Stringer, Jessica Ramos, and Zohran Mamdani—all Democrats—strongly support the original plan. Myrie urges, 'resist efforts to revise the proposal in any way that would yield fewer homes.' Lander calls for ending exclusionary zoning and prioritizing housing over parking. Stringer calls the plan a 'small step.' Mamdani opposes changes that reduce housing or water down parking elimination. Ramos would vote yes but wants to protect neighborhood character. The Council’s decision will shape the city’s streets, homes, and the future for those outside cars.
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What Do the Mayoral Candidates Think Of ‘City of Yes’?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-21
13Int 1105-2024
Hudson co-sponsors bill boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Nov 13 - Council demands DOT show its work. The law forces public updates on every street safety project. No more hiding delays. No more silent cost overruns. Progress for bus riders, cyclists, and walkers must be tracked and posted.
Int 1105-2024 became law on May 10, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others, amends the city code to require the Department of Transportation to post annual and monthly updates on all projects tied to the streets master plan. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' It forces transparency on protected bike lanes, bus lanes, pedestrian signals, and upgrades. The public will see delays, costs, and status. No more secrets. The mayor returned it unsigned, but the law stands.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-11-13
13Int 1105-2024
Joseph co-sponsors bill boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Nov 13 - Council demands DOT show its work. The law forces public updates on every street safety project. No more hiding delays. No more silent cost overruns. Progress for bus riders, cyclists, and walkers must be tracked and posted.
Int 1105-2024 became law on May 10, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others, amends the city code to require the Department of Transportation to post annual and monthly updates on all projects tied to the streets master plan. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' It forces transparency on protected bike lanes, bus lanes, pedestrian signals, and upgrades. The public will see delays, costs, and status. No more secrets. The mayor returned it unsigned, but the law stands.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-11-13
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Sedan Turns Right, Hits Moped Head-On▸Nov 12 - A sedan making a right turn struck a moped traveling straight on Nostrand Ave in Brooklyn. The moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited unsafe speed as a key factor in the collision’s impact and damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:40 PM on Nostrand Ave in Brooklyn. A 2023 Tesla sedan was making a right turn when it collided with a 2023 ZNEN moped traveling straight southbound. The moped driver, a 23-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained serious injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations. The point of impact was the sedan’s right side doors and the moped’s center front end, indicating a direct side collision. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, highlighting driver error on the sedan’s part. The moped driver was licensed but was not using any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified. The collision underscores the dangers posed by turning vehicles traveling at unsafe speeds in busy Brooklyn streets.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Motorcyclist on Bedford▸Nov 7 - SUV cut left across Bedford. Motorcycle hit hard. Rider thrown, leg shattered. Police cite failure to yield and inexperience. Brooklyn street, blood on the asphalt.
According to the police report, a crash took place at 17:06 on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. An SUV making a left turn collided with a northbound motorcycle. The rider, a 30-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, was traveling east. The motorcycle struck the SUV's left front bumper. The rider was conscious but badly hurt. The police report does not blame the victim.
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Van Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸Nov 5 - A van turning right struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal in Brooklyn. The woman suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision at a busy intersection on Crown Street.
According to the police report, a 40-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a Chevrolet van, traveling southeast and making a right turn on Crown Street in Brooklyn, failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the van's right front bumper struck her. The victim sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The van showed no vehicle damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. No victim behavior was listed as contributing to the crash. This incident highlights a driver error in yielding that directly caused harm to a pedestrian lawfully crossing the street.
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Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Nov 5 - A distracted sedan driver struck a northbound e-bike rider at Ocean Avenue. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his knee, leg, and foot. The sedan’s left side doors were damaged. Systemic inattention put the cyclist at risk.
According to the police report, a sedan driver distracted by inattention struck a northbound e-bike rider near 305 Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:50 AM. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The cyclist, a 34-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan, a 2023 BMW, sustained damage to its left side doors. No contributing factors were attributed to the cyclist. The report highlights the sedan driver's failure to maintain attention as the primary cause of the crash.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Rogers Ave▸Nov 2 - A pedestrian suffered serious back injuries after a distracted driver hit him at an intersection on Rogers Avenue. The impact came from the vehicle's center front end as it traveled southbound. The victim was left in shock, complaining of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:47 AM on Rogers Avenue near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was injured after being struck by a vehicle traveling straight ahead southbound. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and suffered back injuries, resulting in a complaint of pain and nausea and a state of shock. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's actions or safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban intersections.
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Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Turning Right▸Nov 1 - A 47-year-old woman suffered head injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield and was distracted while making a right turn. The pedestrian was conscious and bruised, highlighting critical driver errors.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Midwood Street and Albany Avenue in Brooklyn at 7:03 AM. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and remained conscious after the collision. The crash involved a 2018 Audi sedan traveling south, whose driver was making a right turn when the collision occurred. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end, causing the injury. The driver was licensed in New York and the vehicle was registered in Florida. No pedestrian actions or equipment were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield at intersections.
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Pick-up Truck Strikes Two Men in Crosswalk▸Oct 25 - A pick-up truck turned left and hit two men crossing Troy Avenue in a marked crosswalk. Blood pooled on the street. Both men stood, conscious but wounded, heads bleeding. The truck’s front end bore the mark of impact.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck making a left turn at Troy Avenue and Rutland Road in Brooklyn struck two male pedestrians, ages 38 and 77, as they crossed in a marked crosswalk. Both men suffered head injuries and severe bleeding but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, highlighting critical driver errors. The truck’s center front end was damaged from the collision, underscoring the force of the impact. The police narrative describes blood running from the victims’ heads as they stood, injured. No victim behavior is cited as a contributing factor in the report. The crash occurred at 19:05, further emphasizing the danger faced by pedestrians in crosswalks when drivers disregard traffic controls.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 22 - A 52-year-old woman suffered a severe head injury when a sedan struck her at an intersection on Empire Boulevard. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was traveling at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when hit.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Empire Boulevard struck a 52-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as severe, including fracture and dislocation, and remained conscious after the impact. The vehicle’s point of impact was the center front end, and no vehicle damage was reported. The driver was going straight ahead prior to the crash. This incident highlights driver errors, specifically failure to yield and unsafe speed, as central causes of the pedestrian’s serious injuries.
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Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter on Union St▸Oct 20 - A sedan struck an e-scooter from behind on Union Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:30 on Union Street near Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling eastbound collided with the rear of an eastbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 20-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as "Following Too Closely" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating a failure to maintain a safe distance behind the e-scooter. Both vehicles sustained front-center damage. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior beyond helmet use, which is noted but not cited as a cause.
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Sedan Slams Parked Convertibles on Winthrop▸Oct 19 - A sedan struck two parked convertibles on Winthrop Street. The driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered neck bruises. Police blame unsafe speed and passing too closely. Parked cars took the hit. No one else hurt.
According to the police report, a BMW sedan traveling west on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn collided with two parked convertibles at 13:50. The sedan's driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck contusions and bruising. She was the only occupant and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing Too Closely' as the main contributing factors. The parked vehicles, a 2020 Mercedes and a 2012 Chevrolet, were both stationary and unoccupied at the time. Damage was recorded on the Mercedes's right rear quarter panel and the Chevrolet's right front bumper. The police report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 16 - A 36-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision with an SUV on Midwood Street. The SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the cyclist head-on. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:49 on Midwood Street near Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. A 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck by a westbound 2021 Subaru SUV. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor attributed to the SUV driver. The bicyclist sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious throughout. The cyclist was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to vulnerable road users.
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Distracted SUV Slams Sedan on Utica Avenue▸Oct 13 - SUV driver, distracted and speeding, rear-ends sedan on Utica Avenue. Sedan driver suffers back injuries. Impact crushes both vehicles. Driver inattention and unsafe speed caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV struck a sedan from behind on Utica Avenue at 20:27. Both vehicles were heading east. The SUV hit the sedan's center back end, damaging both cars. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with back contusions and bruises but remained conscious and restrained. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The data also notes 'Following Too Closely.' No fault is assigned to the injured sedan driver. The crash underscores the danger of distracted, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Driver Injured in Distracted Eastern Parkway Crash▸Oct 13 - A sedan and a passenger car collided head-on on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction for the crash.
According to the police report, at 9:28 AM on Eastern Parkway, a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling west and a 2008 Ford passenger vehicle traveling north collided front-to-front. The sedan driver, a 59-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions were noted. The sedan was damaged on the right front bumper; the Ford was hit at the center front end. Driver error stands out as the cause in the report.
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Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Collision▸Oct 5 - A 62-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries in a Brooklyn crash. The collision involved unsafe speed and improper lane usage. The driver was helmeted but fractured and dislocated her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:17 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The 62-year-old female moped driver was traveling north when she collided with a stand-up scooter traveling west. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors. The moped driver was ejected from her vehicle and sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. She was wearing a helmet, noted as 'Helmet Only (In-Line Skater/Bicyclist)' in the report. The stand-up scooter showed no damage, and no other injuries were reported. The data highlights the dangers of excessive speed and improper lane use leading to severe trauma for vulnerable road users.
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Elderly Pedestrian’s Head Crushed by Pickup on Albany Avenue▸Oct 4 - An 85-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue fell beneath a Ford pickup’s right front. Blood pooled as dusk settled. The truck’s force left him semiconscious, his head crushed, the street marked by violence and steel.
An 85-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound Ford pickup truck on Albany Avenue near Hawthorne Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the man was crossing without a signal when the vehicle’s right front quarter panel struck his head, causing crush injuries and leaving him semiconscious and bleeding on the pavement. The police narrative describes the scene: 'The truck’s right front crushed his head. He lay semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding into the dusk.' The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further details on driver behavior. The only mention of the pedestrian’s actions is that he was 'crossing, no signal, or crosswalk,' which is included after the account of the vehicle’s impact. The focus remains on the devastating outcome of the collision and the lethal force of the truck.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Eastern Parkway▸Sep 30 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers in the sedan, a child and an elderly woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash involved alcohol and following too closely, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 16:16. A taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also going east. The taxi driver, a licensed male, caused the collision by following too closely and was involved with alcohol. Two injured occupants in the sedan—a 5-year-old boy and a 69-year-old woman—suffered head injuries and whiplash. Both passengers were conscious and not ejected but were not using safety equipment. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the left front bumper of the sedan and the right rear bumper of the taxi. The report highlights driver errors as the cause without attributing fault to the passengers.
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Sedan Turning Left Hits Brooklyn Teen Pedestrian▸Sep 28 - A 15-year-old boy crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Empire Boulevard. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:54 PM on Empire Boulevard near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling south was making a left turn when it struck a 15-year-old male pedestrian crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock and complaining of pain or nausea. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing behavior. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan. This collision underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield at intersections.
Nov 21 - Council weighs Adams’s City of Yes plan. Mayoral challengers back the original, urge no watering down. They want housing, not parking. Council may weaken it. The fight is over homes versus cars. Vulnerable road users watch as parking mandates hang in the balance.
On November 21, 2024, the City Council debated Mayor Adams’s City of Yes zoning proposal, which aims to boost housing and scrap mandatory parking citywide. The Council may weaken the plan by creating a three-tiered system, risking fewer new homes. Mayoral challengers Zellnor Myrie, Brad Lander, Scott Stringer, Jessica Ramos, and Zohran Mamdani—all Democrats—strongly support the original plan. Myrie urges, 'resist efforts to revise the proposal in any way that would yield fewer homes.' Lander calls for ending exclusionary zoning and prioritizing housing over parking. Stringer calls the plan a 'small step.' Mamdani opposes changes that reduce housing or water down parking elimination. Ramos would vote yes but wants to protect neighborhood character. The Council’s decision will shape the city’s streets, homes, and the future for those outside cars.
- What Do the Mayoral Candidates Think Of ‘City of Yes’?, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-11-21
13Int 1105-2024
Hudson co-sponsors bill boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Nov 13 - Council demands DOT show its work. The law forces public updates on every street safety project. No more hiding delays. No more silent cost overruns. Progress for bus riders, cyclists, and walkers must be tracked and posted.
Int 1105-2024 became law on May 10, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others, amends the city code to require the Department of Transportation to post annual and monthly updates on all projects tied to the streets master plan. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' It forces transparency on protected bike lanes, bus lanes, pedestrian signals, and upgrades. The public will see delays, costs, and status. No more secrets. The mayor returned it unsigned, but the law stands.
-
File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-11-13
13Int 1105-2024
Joseph co-sponsors bill boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Nov 13 - Council demands DOT show its work. The law forces public updates on every street safety project. No more hiding delays. No more silent cost overruns. Progress for bus riders, cyclists, and walkers must be tracked and posted.
Int 1105-2024 became law on May 10, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others, amends the city code to require the Department of Transportation to post annual and monthly updates on all projects tied to the streets master plan. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' It forces transparency on protected bike lanes, bus lanes, pedestrian signals, and upgrades. The public will see delays, costs, and status. No more secrets. The mayor returned it unsigned, but the law stands.
-
File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-11-13
12
Sedan Turns Right, Hits Moped Head-On▸Nov 12 - A sedan making a right turn struck a moped traveling straight on Nostrand Ave in Brooklyn. The moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited unsafe speed as a key factor in the collision’s impact and damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:40 PM on Nostrand Ave in Brooklyn. A 2023 Tesla sedan was making a right turn when it collided with a 2023 ZNEN moped traveling straight southbound. The moped driver, a 23-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained serious injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations. The point of impact was the sedan’s right side doors and the moped’s center front end, indicating a direct side collision. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, highlighting driver error on the sedan’s part. The moped driver was licensed but was not using any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified. The collision underscores the dangers posed by turning vehicles traveling at unsafe speeds in busy Brooklyn streets.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Motorcyclist on Bedford▸Nov 7 - SUV cut left across Bedford. Motorcycle hit hard. Rider thrown, leg shattered. Police cite failure to yield and inexperience. Brooklyn street, blood on the asphalt.
According to the police report, a crash took place at 17:06 on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. An SUV making a left turn collided with a northbound motorcycle. The rider, a 30-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, was traveling east. The motorcycle struck the SUV's left front bumper. The rider was conscious but badly hurt. The police report does not blame the victim.
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Van Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸Nov 5 - A van turning right struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal in Brooklyn. The woman suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision at a busy intersection on Crown Street.
According to the police report, a 40-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a Chevrolet van, traveling southeast and making a right turn on Crown Street in Brooklyn, failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the van's right front bumper struck her. The victim sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The van showed no vehicle damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. No victim behavior was listed as contributing to the crash. This incident highlights a driver error in yielding that directly caused harm to a pedestrian lawfully crossing the street.
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Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Nov 5 - A distracted sedan driver struck a northbound e-bike rider at Ocean Avenue. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his knee, leg, and foot. The sedan’s left side doors were damaged. Systemic inattention put the cyclist at risk.
According to the police report, a sedan driver distracted by inattention struck a northbound e-bike rider near 305 Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:50 AM. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The cyclist, a 34-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan, a 2023 BMW, sustained damage to its left side doors. No contributing factors were attributed to the cyclist. The report highlights the sedan driver's failure to maintain attention as the primary cause of the crash.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Rogers Ave▸Nov 2 - A pedestrian suffered serious back injuries after a distracted driver hit him at an intersection on Rogers Avenue. The impact came from the vehicle's center front end as it traveled southbound. The victim was left in shock, complaining of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:47 AM on Rogers Avenue near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was injured after being struck by a vehicle traveling straight ahead southbound. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and suffered back injuries, resulting in a complaint of pain and nausea and a state of shock. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's actions or safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban intersections.
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Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Turning Right▸Nov 1 - A 47-year-old woman suffered head injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield and was distracted while making a right turn. The pedestrian was conscious and bruised, highlighting critical driver errors.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Midwood Street and Albany Avenue in Brooklyn at 7:03 AM. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and remained conscious after the collision. The crash involved a 2018 Audi sedan traveling south, whose driver was making a right turn when the collision occurred. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end, causing the injury. The driver was licensed in New York and the vehicle was registered in Florida. No pedestrian actions or equipment were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield at intersections.
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Pick-up Truck Strikes Two Men in Crosswalk▸Oct 25 - A pick-up truck turned left and hit two men crossing Troy Avenue in a marked crosswalk. Blood pooled on the street. Both men stood, conscious but wounded, heads bleeding. The truck’s front end bore the mark of impact.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck making a left turn at Troy Avenue and Rutland Road in Brooklyn struck two male pedestrians, ages 38 and 77, as they crossed in a marked crosswalk. Both men suffered head injuries and severe bleeding but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, highlighting critical driver errors. The truck’s center front end was damaged from the collision, underscoring the force of the impact. The police narrative describes blood running from the victims’ heads as they stood, injured. No victim behavior is cited as a contributing factor in the report. The crash occurred at 19:05, further emphasizing the danger faced by pedestrians in crosswalks when drivers disregard traffic controls.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 22 - A 52-year-old woman suffered a severe head injury when a sedan struck her at an intersection on Empire Boulevard. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was traveling at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when hit.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Empire Boulevard struck a 52-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as severe, including fracture and dislocation, and remained conscious after the impact. The vehicle’s point of impact was the center front end, and no vehicle damage was reported. The driver was going straight ahead prior to the crash. This incident highlights driver errors, specifically failure to yield and unsafe speed, as central causes of the pedestrian’s serious injuries.
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Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter on Union St▸Oct 20 - A sedan struck an e-scooter from behind on Union Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:30 on Union Street near Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling eastbound collided with the rear of an eastbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 20-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as "Following Too Closely" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating a failure to maintain a safe distance behind the e-scooter. Both vehicles sustained front-center damage. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior beyond helmet use, which is noted but not cited as a cause.
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Sedan Slams Parked Convertibles on Winthrop▸Oct 19 - A sedan struck two parked convertibles on Winthrop Street. The driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered neck bruises. Police blame unsafe speed and passing too closely. Parked cars took the hit. No one else hurt.
According to the police report, a BMW sedan traveling west on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn collided with two parked convertibles at 13:50. The sedan's driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck contusions and bruising. She was the only occupant and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing Too Closely' as the main contributing factors. The parked vehicles, a 2020 Mercedes and a 2012 Chevrolet, were both stationary and unoccupied at the time. Damage was recorded on the Mercedes's right rear quarter panel and the Chevrolet's right front bumper. The police report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 16 - A 36-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision with an SUV on Midwood Street. The SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the cyclist head-on. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:49 on Midwood Street near Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. A 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck by a westbound 2021 Subaru SUV. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor attributed to the SUV driver. The bicyclist sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious throughout. The cyclist was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to vulnerable road users.
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Distracted SUV Slams Sedan on Utica Avenue▸Oct 13 - SUV driver, distracted and speeding, rear-ends sedan on Utica Avenue. Sedan driver suffers back injuries. Impact crushes both vehicles. Driver inattention and unsafe speed caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV struck a sedan from behind on Utica Avenue at 20:27. Both vehicles were heading east. The SUV hit the sedan's center back end, damaging both cars. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with back contusions and bruises but remained conscious and restrained. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The data also notes 'Following Too Closely.' No fault is assigned to the injured sedan driver. The crash underscores the danger of distracted, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Driver Injured in Distracted Eastern Parkway Crash▸Oct 13 - A sedan and a passenger car collided head-on on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction for the crash.
According to the police report, at 9:28 AM on Eastern Parkway, a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling west and a 2008 Ford passenger vehicle traveling north collided front-to-front. The sedan driver, a 59-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions were noted. The sedan was damaged on the right front bumper; the Ford was hit at the center front end. Driver error stands out as the cause in the report.
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Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Collision▸Oct 5 - A 62-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries in a Brooklyn crash. The collision involved unsafe speed and improper lane usage. The driver was helmeted but fractured and dislocated her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:17 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The 62-year-old female moped driver was traveling north when she collided with a stand-up scooter traveling west. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors. The moped driver was ejected from her vehicle and sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. She was wearing a helmet, noted as 'Helmet Only (In-Line Skater/Bicyclist)' in the report. The stand-up scooter showed no damage, and no other injuries were reported. The data highlights the dangers of excessive speed and improper lane use leading to severe trauma for vulnerable road users.
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Elderly Pedestrian’s Head Crushed by Pickup on Albany Avenue▸Oct 4 - An 85-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue fell beneath a Ford pickup’s right front. Blood pooled as dusk settled. The truck’s force left him semiconscious, his head crushed, the street marked by violence and steel.
An 85-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound Ford pickup truck on Albany Avenue near Hawthorne Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the man was crossing without a signal when the vehicle’s right front quarter panel struck his head, causing crush injuries and leaving him semiconscious and bleeding on the pavement. The police narrative describes the scene: 'The truck’s right front crushed his head. He lay semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding into the dusk.' The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further details on driver behavior. The only mention of the pedestrian’s actions is that he was 'crossing, no signal, or crosswalk,' which is included after the account of the vehicle’s impact. The focus remains on the devastating outcome of the collision and the lethal force of the truck.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Eastern Parkway▸Sep 30 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers in the sedan, a child and an elderly woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash involved alcohol and following too closely, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 16:16. A taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also going east. The taxi driver, a licensed male, caused the collision by following too closely and was involved with alcohol. Two injured occupants in the sedan—a 5-year-old boy and a 69-year-old woman—suffered head injuries and whiplash. Both passengers were conscious and not ejected but were not using safety equipment. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the left front bumper of the sedan and the right rear bumper of the taxi. The report highlights driver errors as the cause without attributing fault to the passengers.
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Sedan Turning Left Hits Brooklyn Teen Pedestrian▸Sep 28 - A 15-year-old boy crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Empire Boulevard. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:54 PM on Empire Boulevard near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling south was making a left turn when it struck a 15-year-old male pedestrian crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock and complaining of pain or nausea. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing behavior. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan. This collision underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield at intersections.
Nov 13 - Council demands DOT show its work. The law forces public updates on every street safety project. No more hiding delays. No more silent cost overruns. Progress for bus riders, cyclists, and walkers must be tracked and posted.
Int 1105-2024 became law on May 10, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others, amends the city code to require the Department of Transportation to post annual and monthly updates on all projects tied to the streets master plan. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' It forces transparency on protected bike lanes, bus lanes, pedestrian signals, and upgrades. The public will see delays, costs, and status. No more secrets. The mayor returned it unsigned, but the law stands.
- File Int 1105-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-11-13
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Joseph co-sponsors bill boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Nov 13 - Council demands DOT show its work. The law forces public updates on every street safety project. No more hiding delays. No more silent cost overruns. Progress for bus riders, cyclists, and walkers must be tracked and posted.
Int 1105-2024 became law on May 10, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others, amends the city code to require the Department of Transportation to post annual and monthly updates on all projects tied to the streets master plan. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' It forces transparency on protected bike lanes, bus lanes, pedestrian signals, and upgrades. The public will see delays, costs, and status. No more secrets. The mayor returned it unsigned, but the law stands.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-11-13
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Sedan Turns Right, Hits Moped Head-On▸Nov 12 - A sedan making a right turn struck a moped traveling straight on Nostrand Ave in Brooklyn. The moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited unsafe speed as a key factor in the collision’s impact and damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:40 PM on Nostrand Ave in Brooklyn. A 2023 Tesla sedan was making a right turn when it collided with a 2023 ZNEN moped traveling straight southbound. The moped driver, a 23-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained serious injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations. The point of impact was the sedan’s right side doors and the moped’s center front end, indicating a direct side collision. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, highlighting driver error on the sedan’s part. The moped driver was licensed but was not using any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified. The collision underscores the dangers posed by turning vehicles traveling at unsafe speeds in busy Brooklyn streets.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Motorcyclist on Bedford▸Nov 7 - SUV cut left across Bedford. Motorcycle hit hard. Rider thrown, leg shattered. Police cite failure to yield and inexperience. Brooklyn street, blood on the asphalt.
According to the police report, a crash took place at 17:06 on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. An SUV making a left turn collided with a northbound motorcycle. The rider, a 30-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, was traveling east. The motorcycle struck the SUV's left front bumper. The rider was conscious but badly hurt. The police report does not blame the victim.
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Van Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸Nov 5 - A van turning right struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal in Brooklyn. The woman suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision at a busy intersection on Crown Street.
According to the police report, a 40-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a Chevrolet van, traveling southeast and making a right turn on Crown Street in Brooklyn, failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the van's right front bumper struck her. The victim sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The van showed no vehicle damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. No victim behavior was listed as contributing to the crash. This incident highlights a driver error in yielding that directly caused harm to a pedestrian lawfully crossing the street.
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Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Nov 5 - A distracted sedan driver struck a northbound e-bike rider at Ocean Avenue. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his knee, leg, and foot. The sedan’s left side doors were damaged. Systemic inattention put the cyclist at risk.
According to the police report, a sedan driver distracted by inattention struck a northbound e-bike rider near 305 Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:50 AM. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The cyclist, a 34-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan, a 2023 BMW, sustained damage to its left side doors. No contributing factors were attributed to the cyclist. The report highlights the sedan driver's failure to maintain attention as the primary cause of the crash.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Rogers Ave▸Nov 2 - A pedestrian suffered serious back injuries after a distracted driver hit him at an intersection on Rogers Avenue. The impact came from the vehicle's center front end as it traveled southbound. The victim was left in shock, complaining of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:47 AM on Rogers Avenue near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was injured after being struck by a vehicle traveling straight ahead southbound. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and suffered back injuries, resulting in a complaint of pain and nausea and a state of shock. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's actions or safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban intersections.
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Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Turning Right▸Nov 1 - A 47-year-old woman suffered head injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield and was distracted while making a right turn. The pedestrian was conscious and bruised, highlighting critical driver errors.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Midwood Street and Albany Avenue in Brooklyn at 7:03 AM. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and remained conscious after the collision. The crash involved a 2018 Audi sedan traveling south, whose driver was making a right turn when the collision occurred. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end, causing the injury. The driver was licensed in New York and the vehicle was registered in Florida. No pedestrian actions or equipment were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield at intersections.
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Pick-up Truck Strikes Two Men in Crosswalk▸Oct 25 - A pick-up truck turned left and hit two men crossing Troy Avenue in a marked crosswalk. Blood pooled on the street. Both men stood, conscious but wounded, heads bleeding. The truck’s front end bore the mark of impact.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck making a left turn at Troy Avenue and Rutland Road in Brooklyn struck two male pedestrians, ages 38 and 77, as they crossed in a marked crosswalk. Both men suffered head injuries and severe bleeding but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, highlighting critical driver errors. The truck’s center front end was damaged from the collision, underscoring the force of the impact. The police narrative describes blood running from the victims’ heads as they stood, injured. No victim behavior is cited as a contributing factor in the report. The crash occurred at 19:05, further emphasizing the danger faced by pedestrians in crosswalks when drivers disregard traffic controls.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 22 - A 52-year-old woman suffered a severe head injury when a sedan struck her at an intersection on Empire Boulevard. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was traveling at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when hit.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Empire Boulevard struck a 52-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as severe, including fracture and dislocation, and remained conscious after the impact. The vehicle’s point of impact was the center front end, and no vehicle damage was reported. The driver was going straight ahead prior to the crash. This incident highlights driver errors, specifically failure to yield and unsafe speed, as central causes of the pedestrian’s serious injuries.
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Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter on Union St▸Oct 20 - A sedan struck an e-scooter from behind on Union Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:30 on Union Street near Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling eastbound collided with the rear of an eastbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 20-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as "Following Too Closely" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating a failure to maintain a safe distance behind the e-scooter. Both vehicles sustained front-center damage. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior beyond helmet use, which is noted but not cited as a cause.
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Sedan Slams Parked Convertibles on Winthrop▸Oct 19 - A sedan struck two parked convertibles on Winthrop Street. The driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered neck bruises. Police blame unsafe speed and passing too closely. Parked cars took the hit. No one else hurt.
According to the police report, a BMW sedan traveling west on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn collided with two parked convertibles at 13:50. The sedan's driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck contusions and bruising. She was the only occupant and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing Too Closely' as the main contributing factors. The parked vehicles, a 2020 Mercedes and a 2012 Chevrolet, were both stationary and unoccupied at the time. Damage was recorded on the Mercedes's right rear quarter panel and the Chevrolet's right front bumper. The police report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 16 - A 36-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision with an SUV on Midwood Street. The SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the cyclist head-on. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:49 on Midwood Street near Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. A 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck by a westbound 2021 Subaru SUV. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor attributed to the SUV driver. The bicyclist sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious throughout. The cyclist was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to vulnerable road users.
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Distracted SUV Slams Sedan on Utica Avenue▸Oct 13 - SUV driver, distracted and speeding, rear-ends sedan on Utica Avenue. Sedan driver suffers back injuries. Impact crushes both vehicles. Driver inattention and unsafe speed caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV struck a sedan from behind on Utica Avenue at 20:27. Both vehicles were heading east. The SUV hit the sedan's center back end, damaging both cars. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with back contusions and bruises but remained conscious and restrained. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The data also notes 'Following Too Closely.' No fault is assigned to the injured sedan driver. The crash underscores the danger of distracted, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Driver Injured in Distracted Eastern Parkway Crash▸Oct 13 - A sedan and a passenger car collided head-on on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction for the crash.
According to the police report, at 9:28 AM on Eastern Parkway, a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling west and a 2008 Ford passenger vehicle traveling north collided front-to-front. The sedan driver, a 59-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions were noted. The sedan was damaged on the right front bumper; the Ford was hit at the center front end. Driver error stands out as the cause in the report.
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Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Collision▸Oct 5 - A 62-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries in a Brooklyn crash. The collision involved unsafe speed and improper lane usage. The driver was helmeted but fractured and dislocated her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:17 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The 62-year-old female moped driver was traveling north when she collided with a stand-up scooter traveling west. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors. The moped driver was ejected from her vehicle and sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. She was wearing a helmet, noted as 'Helmet Only (In-Line Skater/Bicyclist)' in the report. The stand-up scooter showed no damage, and no other injuries were reported. The data highlights the dangers of excessive speed and improper lane use leading to severe trauma for vulnerable road users.
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Elderly Pedestrian’s Head Crushed by Pickup on Albany Avenue▸Oct 4 - An 85-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue fell beneath a Ford pickup’s right front. Blood pooled as dusk settled. The truck’s force left him semiconscious, his head crushed, the street marked by violence and steel.
An 85-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound Ford pickup truck on Albany Avenue near Hawthorne Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the man was crossing without a signal when the vehicle’s right front quarter panel struck his head, causing crush injuries and leaving him semiconscious and bleeding on the pavement. The police narrative describes the scene: 'The truck’s right front crushed his head. He lay semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding into the dusk.' The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further details on driver behavior. The only mention of the pedestrian’s actions is that he was 'crossing, no signal, or crosswalk,' which is included after the account of the vehicle’s impact. The focus remains on the devastating outcome of the collision and the lethal force of the truck.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Eastern Parkway▸Sep 30 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers in the sedan, a child and an elderly woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash involved alcohol and following too closely, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 16:16. A taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also going east. The taxi driver, a licensed male, caused the collision by following too closely and was involved with alcohol. Two injured occupants in the sedan—a 5-year-old boy and a 69-year-old woman—suffered head injuries and whiplash. Both passengers were conscious and not ejected but were not using safety equipment. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the left front bumper of the sedan and the right rear bumper of the taxi. The report highlights driver errors as the cause without attributing fault to the passengers.
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Sedan Turning Left Hits Brooklyn Teen Pedestrian▸Sep 28 - A 15-year-old boy crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Empire Boulevard. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:54 PM on Empire Boulevard near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling south was making a left turn when it struck a 15-year-old male pedestrian crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock and complaining of pain or nausea. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing behavior. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan. This collision underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield at intersections.
Nov 13 - Council demands DOT show its work. The law forces public updates on every street safety project. No more hiding delays. No more silent cost overruns. Progress for bus riders, cyclists, and walkers must be tracked and posted.
Int 1105-2024 became law on May 10, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others, amends the city code to require the Department of Transportation to post annual and monthly updates on all projects tied to the streets master plan. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' It forces transparency on protected bike lanes, bus lanes, pedestrian signals, and upgrades. The public will see delays, costs, and status. No more secrets. The mayor returned it unsigned, but the law stands.
- File Int 1105-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-11-13
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Sedan Turns Right, Hits Moped Head-On▸Nov 12 - A sedan making a right turn struck a moped traveling straight on Nostrand Ave in Brooklyn. The moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited unsafe speed as a key factor in the collision’s impact and damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:40 PM on Nostrand Ave in Brooklyn. A 2023 Tesla sedan was making a right turn when it collided with a 2023 ZNEN moped traveling straight southbound. The moped driver, a 23-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained serious injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations. The point of impact was the sedan’s right side doors and the moped’s center front end, indicating a direct side collision. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, highlighting driver error on the sedan’s part. The moped driver was licensed but was not using any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified. The collision underscores the dangers posed by turning vehicles traveling at unsafe speeds in busy Brooklyn streets.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Motorcyclist on Bedford▸Nov 7 - SUV cut left across Bedford. Motorcycle hit hard. Rider thrown, leg shattered. Police cite failure to yield and inexperience. Brooklyn street, blood on the asphalt.
According to the police report, a crash took place at 17:06 on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. An SUV making a left turn collided with a northbound motorcycle. The rider, a 30-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, was traveling east. The motorcycle struck the SUV's left front bumper. The rider was conscious but badly hurt. The police report does not blame the victim.
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Van Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸Nov 5 - A van turning right struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal in Brooklyn. The woman suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision at a busy intersection on Crown Street.
According to the police report, a 40-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a Chevrolet van, traveling southeast and making a right turn on Crown Street in Brooklyn, failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the van's right front bumper struck her. The victim sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The van showed no vehicle damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. No victim behavior was listed as contributing to the crash. This incident highlights a driver error in yielding that directly caused harm to a pedestrian lawfully crossing the street.
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Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Nov 5 - A distracted sedan driver struck a northbound e-bike rider at Ocean Avenue. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his knee, leg, and foot. The sedan’s left side doors were damaged. Systemic inattention put the cyclist at risk.
According to the police report, a sedan driver distracted by inattention struck a northbound e-bike rider near 305 Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:50 AM. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The cyclist, a 34-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan, a 2023 BMW, sustained damage to its left side doors. No contributing factors were attributed to the cyclist. The report highlights the sedan driver's failure to maintain attention as the primary cause of the crash.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Rogers Ave▸Nov 2 - A pedestrian suffered serious back injuries after a distracted driver hit him at an intersection on Rogers Avenue. The impact came from the vehicle's center front end as it traveled southbound. The victim was left in shock, complaining of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:47 AM on Rogers Avenue near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was injured after being struck by a vehicle traveling straight ahead southbound. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and suffered back injuries, resulting in a complaint of pain and nausea and a state of shock. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's actions or safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban intersections.
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Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Turning Right▸Nov 1 - A 47-year-old woman suffered head injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield and was distracted while making a right turn. The pedestrian was conscious and bruised, highlighting critical driver errors.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Midwood Street and Albany Avenue in Brooklyn at 7:03 AM. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and remained conscious after the collision. The crash involved a 2018 Audi sedan traveling south, whose driver was making a right turn when the collision occurred. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end, causing the injury. The driver was licensed in New York and the vehicle was registered in Florida. No pedestrian actions or equipment were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield at intersections.
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Pick-up Truck Strikes Two Men in Crosswalk▸Oct 25 - A pick-up truck turned left and hit two men crossing Troy Avenue in a marked crosswalk. Blood pooled on the street. Both men stood, conscious but wounded, heads bleeding. The truck’s front end bore the mark of impact.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck making a left turn at Troy Avenue and Rutland Road in Brooklyn struck two male pedestrians, ages 38 and 77, as they crossed in a marked crosswalk. Both men suffered head injuries and severe bleeding but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, highlighting critical driver errors. The truck’s center front end was damaged from the collision, underscoring the force of the impact. The police narrative describes blood running from the victims’ heads as they stood, injured. No victim behavior is cited as a contributing factor in the report. The crash occurred at 19:05, further emphasizing the danger faced by pedestrians in crosswalks when drivers disregard traffic controls.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 22 - A 52-year-old woman suffered a severe head injury when a sedan struck her at an intersection on Empire Boulevard. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was traveling at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when hit.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Empire Boulevard struck a 52-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as severe, including fracture and dislocation, and remained conscious after the impact. The vehicle’s point of impact was the center front end, and no vehicle damage was reported. The driver was going straight ahead prior to the crash. This incident highlights driver errors, specifically failure to yield and unsafe speed, as central causes of the pedestrian’s serious injuries.
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Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter on Union St▸Oct 20 - A sedan struck an e-scooter from behind on Union Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:30 on Union Street near Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling eastbound collided with the rear of an eastbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 20-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as "Following Too Closely" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating a failure to maintain a safe distance behind the e-scooter. Both vehicles sustained front-center damage. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior beyond helmet use, which is noted but not cited as a cause.
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Sedan Slams Parked Convertibles on Winthrop▸Oct 19 - A sedan struck two parked convertibles on Winthrop Street. The driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered neck bruises. Police blame unsafe speed and passing too closely. Parked cars took the hit. No one else hurt.
According to the police report, a BMW sedan traveling west on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn collided with two parked convertibles at 13:50. The sedan's driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck contusions and bruising. She was the only occupant and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing Too Closely' as the main contributing factors. The parked vehicles, a 2020 Mercedes and a 2012 Chevrolet, were both stationary and unoccupied at the time. Damage was recorded on the Mercedes's right rear quarter panel and the Chevrolet's right front bumper. The police report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 16 - A 36-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision with an SUV on Midwood Street. The SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the cyclist head-on. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:49 on Midwood Street near Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. A 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck by a westbound 2021 Subaru SUV. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor attributed to the SUV driver. The bicyclist sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious throughout. The cyclist was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to vulnerable road users.
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Distracted SUV Slams Sedan on Utica Avenue▸Oct 13 - SUV driver, distracted and speeding, rear-ends sedan on Utica Avenue. Sedan driver suffers back injuries. Impact crushes both vehicles. Driver inattention and unsafe speed caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV struck a sedan from behind on Utica Avenue at 20:27. Both vehicles were heading east. The SUV hit the sedan's center back end, damaging both cars. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with back contusions and bruises but remained conscious and restrained. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The data also notes 'Following Too Closely.' No fault is assigned to the injured sedan driver. The crash underscores the danger of distracted, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Driver Injured in Distracted Eastern Parkway Crash▸Oct 13 - A sedan and a passenger car collided head-on on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction for the crash.
According to the police report, at 9:28 AM on Eastern Parkway, a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling west and a 2008 Ford passenger vehicle traveling north collided front-to-front. The sedan driver, a 59-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions were noted. The sedan was damaged on the right front bumper; the Ford was hit at the center front end. Driver error stands out as the cause in the report.
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Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Collision▸Oct 5 - A 62-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries in a Brooklyn crash. The collision involved unsafe speed and improper lane usage. The driver was helmeted but fractured and dislocated her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:17 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The 62-year-old female moped driver was traveling north when she collided with a stand-up scooter traveling west. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors. The moped driver was ejected from her vehicle and sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. She was wearing a helmet, noted as 'Helmet Only (In-Line Skater/Bicyclist)' in the report. The stand-up scooter showed no damage, and no other injuries were reported. The data highlights the dangers of excessive speed and improper lane use leading to severe trauma for vulnerable road users.
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Elderly Pedestrian’s Head Crushed by Pickup on Albany Avenue▸Oct 4 - An 85-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue fell beneath a Ford pickup’s right front. Blood pooled as dusk settled. The truck’s force left him semiconscious, his head crushed, the street marked by violence and steel.
An 85-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound Ford pickup truck on Albany Avenue near Hawthorne Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the man was crossing without a signal when the vehicle’s right front quarter panel struck his head, causing crush injuries and leaving him semiconscious and bleeding on the pavement. The police narrative describes the scene: 'The truck’s right front crushed his head. He lay semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding into the dusk.' The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further details on driver behavior. The only mention of the pedestrian’s actions is that he was 'crossing, no signal, or crosswalk,' which is included after the account of the vehicle’s impact. The focus remains on the devastating outcome of the collision and the lethal force of the truck.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Eastern Parkway▸Sep 30 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers in the sedan, a child and an elderly woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash involved alcohol and following too closely, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 16:16. A taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also going east. The taxi driver, a licensed male, caused the collision by following too closely and was involved with alcohol. Two injured occupants in the sedan—a 5-year-old boy and a 69-year-old woman—suffered head injuries and whiplash. Both passengers were conscious and not ejected but were not using safety equipment. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the left front bumper of the sedan and the right rear bumper of the taxi. The report highlights driver errors as the cause without attributing fault to the passengers.
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Sedan Turning Left Hits Brooklyn Teen Pedestrian▸Sep 28 - A 15-year-old boy crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Empire Boulevard. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:54 PM on Empire Boulevard near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling south was making a left turn when it struck a 15-year-old male pedestrian crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock and complaining of pain or nausea. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing behavior. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan. This collision underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield at intersections.
Nov 12 - A sedan making a right turn struck a moped traveling straight on Nostrand Ave in Brooklyn. The moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited unsafe speed as a key factor in the collision’s impact and damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:40 PM on Nostrand Ave in Brooklyn. A 2023 Tesla sedan was making a right turn when it collided with a 2023 ZNEN moped traveling straight southbound. The moped driver, a 23-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained serious injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations. The point of impact was the sedan’s right side doors and the moped’s center front end, indicating a direct side collision. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, highlighting driver error on the sedan’s part. The moped driver was licensed but was not using any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified. The collision underscores the dangers posed by turning vehicles traveling at unsafe speeds in busy Brooklyn streets.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Motorcyclist on Bedford▸Nov 7 - SUV cut left across Bedford. Motorcycle hit hard. Rider thrown, leg shattered. Police cite failure to yield and inexperience. Brooklyn street, blood on the asphalt.
According to the police report, a crash took place at 17:06 on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. An SUV making a left turn collided with a northbound motorcycle. The rider, a 30-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, was traveling east. The motorcycle struck the SUV's left front bumper. The rider was conscious but badly hurt. The police report does not blame the victim.
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Van Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸Nov 5 - A van turning right struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal in Brooklyn. The woman suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision at a busy intersection on Crown Street.
According to the police report, a 40-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a Chevrolet van, traveling southeast and making a right turn on Crown Street in Brooklyn, failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the van's right front bumper struck her. The victim sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The van showed no vehicle damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. No victim behavior was listed as contributing to the crash. This incident highlights a driver error in yielding that directly caused harm to a pedestrian lawfully crossing the street.
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Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Nov 5 - A distracted sedan driver struck a northbound e-bike rider at Ocean Avenue. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his knee, leg, and foot. The sedan’s left side doors were damaged. Systemic inattention put the cyclist at risk.
According to the police report, a sedan driver distracted by inattention struck a northbound e-bike rider near 305 Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:50 AM. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The cyclist, a 34-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan, a 2023 BMW, sustained damage to its left side doors. No contributing factors were attributed to the cyclist. The report highlights the sedan driver's failure to maintain attention as the primary cause of the crash.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Rogers Ave▸Nov 2 - A pedestrian suffered serious back injuries after a distracted driver hit him at an intersection on Rogers Avenue. The impact came from the vehicle's center front end as it traveled southbound. The victim was left in shock, complaining of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:47 AM on Rogers Avenue near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was injured after being struck by a vehicle traveling straight ahead southbound. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and suffered back injuries, resulting in a complaint of pain and nausea and a state of shock. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's actions or safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban intersections.
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Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Turning Right▸Nov 1 - A 47-year-old woman suffered head injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield and was distracted while making a right turn. The pedestrian was conscious and bruised, highlighting critical driver errors.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Midwood Street and Albany Avenue in Brooklyn at 7:03 AM. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and remained conscious after the collision. The crash involved a 2018 Audi sedan traveling south, whose driver was making a right turn when the collision occurred. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end, causing the injury. The driver was licensed in New York and the vehicle was registered in Florida. No pedestrian actions or equipment were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield at intersections.
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Pick-up Truck Strikes Two Men in Crosswalk▸Oct 25 - A pick-up truck turned left and hit two men crossing Troy Avenue in a marked crosswalk. Blood pooled on the street. Both men stood, conscious but wounded, heads bleeding. The truck’s front end bore the mark of impact.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck making a left turn at Troy Avenue and Rutland Road in Brooklyn struck two male pedestrians, ages 38 and 77, as they crossed in a marked crosswalk. Both men suffered head injuries and severe bleeding but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, highlighting critical driver errors. The truck’s center front end was damaged from the collision, underscoring the force of the impact. The police narrative describes blood running from the victims’ heads as they stood, injured. No victim behavior is cited as a contributing factor in the report. The crash occurred at 19:05, further emphasizing the danger faced by pedestrians in crosswalks when drivers disregard traffic controls.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 22 - A 52-year-old woman suffered a severe head injury when a sedan struck her at an intersection on Empire Boulevard. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was traveling at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when hit.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Empire Boulevard struck a 52-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as severe, including fracture and dislocation, and remained conscious after the impact. The vehicle’s point of impact was the center front end, and no vehicle damage was reported. The driver was going straight ahead prior to the crash. This incident highlights driver errors, specifically failure to yield and unsafe speed, as central causes of the pedestrian’s serious injuries.
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Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter on Union St▸Oct 20 - A sedan struck an e-scooter from behind on Union Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:30 on Union Street near Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling eastbound collided with the rear of an eastbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 20-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as "Following Too Closely" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating a failure to maintain a safe distance behind the e-scooter. Both vehicles sustained front-center damage. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior beyond helmet use, which is noted but not cited as a cause.
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Sedan Slams Parked Convertibles on Winthrop▸Oct 19 - A sedan struck two parked convertibles on Winthrop Street. The driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered neck bruises. Police blame unsafe speed and passing too closely. Parked cars took the hit. No one else hurt.
According to the police report, a BMW sedan traveling west on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn collided with two parked convertibles at 13:50. The sedan's driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck contusions and bruising. She was the only occupant and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing Too Closely' as the main contributing factors. The parked vehicles, a 2020 Mercedes and a 2012 Chevrolet, were both stationary and unoccupied at the time. Damage was recorded on the Mercedes's right rear quarter panel and the Chevrolet's right front bumper. The police report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 16 - A 36-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision with an SUV on Midwood Street. The SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the cyclist head-on. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:49 on Midwood Street near Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. A 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck by a westbound 2021 Subaru SUV. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor attributed to the SUV driver. The bicyclist sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious throughout. The cyclist was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to vulnerable road users.
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Distracted SUV Slams Sedan on Utica Avenue▸Oct 13 - SUV driver, distracted and speeding, rear-ends sedan on Utica Avenue. Sedan driver suffers back injuries. Impact crushes both vehicles. Driver inattention and unsafe speed caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV struck a sedan from behind on Utica Avenue at 20:27. Both vehicles were heading east. The SUV hit the sedan's center back end, damaging both cars. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with back contusions and bruises but remained conscious and restrained. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The data also notes 'Following Too Closely.' No fault is assigned to the injured sedan driver. The crash underscores the danger of distracted, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Driver Injured in Distracted Eastern Parkway Crash▸Oct 13 - A sedan and a passenger car collided head-on on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction for the crash.
According to the police report, at 9:28 AM on Eastern Parkway, a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling west and a 2008 Ford passenger vehicle traveling north collided front-to-front. The sedan driver, a 59-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions were noted. The sedan was damaged on the right front bumper; the Ford was hit at the center front end. Driver error stands out as the cause in the report.
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Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Collision▸Oct 5 - A 62-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries in a Brooklyn crash. The collision involved unsafe speed and improper lane usage. The driver was helmeted but fractured and dislocated her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:17 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The 62-year-old female moped driver was traveling north when she collided with a stand-up scooter traveling west. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors. The moped driver was ejected from her vehicle and sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. She was wearing a helmet, noted as 'Helmet Only (In-Line Skater/Bicyclist)' in the report. The stand-up scooter showed no damage, and no other injuries were reported. The data highlights the dangers of excessive speed and improper lane use leading to severe trauma for vulnerable road users.
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Elderly Pedestrian’s Head Crushed by Pickup on Albany Avenue▸Oct 4 - An 85-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue fell beneath a Ford pickup’s right front. Blood pooled as dusk settled. The truck’s force left him semiconscious, his head crushed, the street marked by violence and steel.
An 85-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound Ford pickup truck on Albany Avenue near Hawthorne Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the man was crossing without a signal when the vehicle’s right front quarter panel struck his head, causing crush injuries and leaving him semiconscious and bleeding on the pavement. The police narrative describes the scene: 'The truck’s right front crushed his head. He lay semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding into the dusk.' The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further details on driver behavior. The only mention of the pedestrian’s actions is that he was 'crossing, no signal, or crosswalk,' which is included after the account of the vehicle’s impact. The focus remains on the devastating outcome of the collision and the lethal force of the truck.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Eastern Parkway▸Sep 30 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers in the sedan, a child and an elderly woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash involved alcohol and following too closely, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 16:16. A taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also going east. The taxi driver, a licensed male, caused the collision by following too closely and was involved with alcohol. Two injured occupants in the sedan—a 5-year-old boy and a 69-year-old woman—suffered head injuries and whiplash. Both passengers were conscious and not ejected but were not using safety equipment. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the left front bumper of the sedan and the right rear bumper of the taxi. The report highlights driver errors as the cause without attributing fault to the passengers.
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Sedan Turning Left Hits Brooklyn Teen Pedestrian▸Sep 28 - A 15-year-old boy crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Empire Boulevard. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:54 PM on Empire Boulevard near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling south was making a left turn when it struck a 15-year-old male pedestrian crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock and complaining of pain or nausea. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing behavior. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan. This collision underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield at intersections.
Nov 7 - SUV cut left across Bedford. Motorcycle hit hard. Rider thrown, leg shattered. Police cite failure to yield and inexperience. Brooklyn street, blood on the asphalt.
According to the police report, a crash took place at 17:06 on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. An SUV making a left turn collided with a northbound motorcycle. The rider, a 30-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, was traveling east. The motorcycle struck the SUV's left front bumper. The rider was conscious but badly hurt. The police report does not blame the victim.
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Van Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸Nov 5 - A van turning right struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal in Brooklyn. The woman suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision at a busy intersection on Crown Street.
According to the police report, a 40-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a Chevrolet van, traveling southeast and making a right turn on Crown Street in Brooklyn, failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the van's right front bumper struck her. The victim sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The van showed no vehicle damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. No victim behavior was listed as contributing to the crash. This incident highlights a driver error in yielding that directly caused harm to a pedestrian lawfully crossing the street.
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Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Nov 5 - A distracted sedan driver struck a northbound e-bike rider at Ocean Avenue. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his knee, leg, and foot. The sedan’s left side doors were damaged. Systemic inattention put the cyclist at risk.
According to the police report, a sedan driver distracted by inattention struck a northbound e-bike rider near 305 Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:50 AM. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The cyclist, a 34-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan, a 2023 BMW, sustained damage to its left side doors. No contributing factors were attributed to the cyclist. The report highlights the sedan driver's failure to maintain attention as the primary cause of the crash.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Rogers Ave▸Nov 2 - A pedestrian suffered serious back injuries after a distracted driver hit him at an intersection on Rogers Avenue. The impact came from the vehicle's center front end as it traveled southbound. The victim was left in shock, complaining of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:47 AM on Rogers Avenue near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was injured after being struck by a vehicle traveling straight ahead southbound. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and suffered back injuries, resulting in a complaint of pain and nausea and a state of shock. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's actions or safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban intersections.
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Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Turning Right▸Nov 1 - A 47-year-old woman suffered head injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield and was distracted while making a right turn. The pedestrian was conscious and bruised, highlighting critical driver errors.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Midwood Street and Albany Avenue in Brooklyn at 7:03 AM. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and remained conscious after the collision. The crash involved a 2018 Audi sedan traveling south, whose driver was making a right turn when the collision occurred. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end, causing the injury. The driver was licensed in New York and the vehicle was registered in Florida. No pedestrian actions or equipment were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield at intersections.
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Pick-up Truck Strikes Two Men in Crosswalk▸Oct 25 - A pick-up truck turned left and hit two men crossing Troy Avenue in a marked crosswalk. Blood pooled on the street. Both men stood, conscious but wounded, heads bleeding. The truck’s front end bore the mark of impact.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck making a left turn at Troy Avenue and Rutland Road in Brooklyn struck two male pedestrians, ages 38 and 77, as they crossed in a marked crosswalk. Both men suffered head injuries and severe bleeding but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, highlighting critical driver errors. The truck’s center front end was damaged from the collision, underscoring the force of the impact. The police narrative describes blood running from the victims’ heads as they stood, injured. No victim behavior is cited as a contributing factor in the report. The crash occurred at 19:05, further emphasizing the danger faced by pedestrians in crosswalks when drivers disregard traffic controls.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 22 - A 52-year-old woman suffered a severe head injury when a sedan struck her at an intersection on Empire Boulevard. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was traveling at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when hit.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Empire Boulevard struck a 52-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as severe, including fracture and dislocation, and remained conscious after the impact. The vehicle’s point of impact was the center front end, and no vehicle damage was reported. The driver was going straight ahead prior to the crash. This incident highlights driver errors, specifically failure to yield and unsafe speed, as central causes of the pedestrian’s serious injuries.
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Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter on Union St▸Oct 20 - A sedan struck an e-scooter from behind on Union Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:30 on Union Street near Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling eastbound collided with the rear of an eastbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 20-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as "Following Too Closely" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating a failure to maintain a safe distance behind the e-scooter. Both vehicles sustained front-center damage. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior beyond helmet use, which is noted but not cited as a cause.
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Sedan Slams Parked Convertibles on Winthrop▸Oct 19 - A sedan struck two parked convertibles on Winthrop Street. The driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered neck bruises. Police blame unsafe speed and passing too closely. Parked cars took the hit. No one else hurt.
According to the police report, a BMW sedan traveling west on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn collided with two parked convertibles at 13:50. The sedan's driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck contusions and bruising. She was the only occupant and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing Too Closely' as the main contributing factors. The parked vehicles, a 2020 Mercedes and a 2012 Chevrolet, were both stationary and unoccupied at the time. Damage was recorded on the Mercedes's right rear quarter panel and the Chevrolet's right front bumper. The police report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 16 - A 36-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision with an SUV on Midwood Street. The SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the cyclist head-on. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:49 on Midwood Street near Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. A 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck by a westbound 2021 Subaru SUV. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor attributed to the SUV driver. The bicyclist sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious throughout. The cyclist was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to vulnerable road users.
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Distracted SUV Slams Sedan on Utica Avenue▸Oct 13 - SUV driver, distracted and speeding, rear-ends sedan on Utica Avenue. Sedan driver suffers back injuries. Impact crushes both vehicles. Driver inattention and unsafe speed caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV struck a sedan from behind on Utica Avenue at 20:27. Both vehicles were heading east. The SUV hit the sedan's center back end, damaging both cars. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with back contusions and bruises but remained conscious and restrained. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The data also notes 'Following Too Closely.' No fault is assigned to the injured sedan driver. The crash underscores the danger of distracted, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Driver Injured in Distracted Eastern Parkway Crash▸Oct 13 - A sedan and a passenger car collided head-on on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction for the crash.
According to the police report, at 9:28 AM on Eastern Parkway, a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling west and a 2008 Ford passenger vehicle traveling north collided front-to-front. The sedan driver, a 59-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions were noted. The sedan was damaged on the right front bumper; the Ford was hit at the center front end. Driver error stands out as the cause in the report.
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Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Collision▸Oct 5 - A 62-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries in a Brooklyn crash. The collision involved unsafe speed and improper lane usage. The driver was helmeted but fractured and dislocated her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:17 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The 62-year-old female moped driver was traveling north when she collided with a stand-up scooter traveling west. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors. The moped driver was ejected from her vehicle and sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. She was wearing a helmet, noted as 'Helmet Only (In-Line Skater/Bicyclist)' in the report. The stand-up scooter showed no damage, and no other injuries were reported. The data highlights the dangers of excessive speed and improper lane use leading to severe trauma for vulnerable road users.
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Elderly Pedestrian’s Head Crushed by Pickup on Albany Avenue▸Oct 4 - An 85-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue fell beneath a Ford pickup’s right front. Blood pooled as dusk settled. The truck’s force left him semiconscious, his head crushed, the street marked by violence and steel.
An 85-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound Ford pickup truck on Albany Avenue near Hawthorne Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the man was crossing without a signal when the vehicle’s right front quarter panel struck his head, causing crush injuries and leaving him semiconscious and bleeding on the pavement. The police narrative describes the scene: 'The truck’s right front crushed his head. He lay semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding into the dusk.' The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further details on driver behavior. The only mention of the pedestrian’s actions is that he was 'crossing, no signal, or crosswalk,' which is included after the account of the vehicle’s impact. The focus remains on the devastating outcome of the collision and the lethal force of the truck.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Eastern Parkway▸Sep 30 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers in the sedan, a child and an elderly woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash involved alcohol and following too closely, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 16:16. A taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also going east. The taxi driver, a licensed male, caused the collision by following too closely and was involved with alcohol. Two injured occupants in the sedan—a 5-year-old boy and a 69-year-old woman—suffered head injuries and whiplash. Both passengers were conscious and not ejected but were not using safety equipment. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the left front bumper of the sedan and the right rear bumper of the taxi. The report highlights driver errors as the cause without attributing fault to the passengers.
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Sedan Turning Left Hits Brooklyn Teen Pedestrian▸Sep 28 - A 15-year-old boy crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Empire Boulevard. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:54 PM on Empire Boulevard near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling south was making a left turn when it struck a 15-year-old male pedestrian crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock and complaining of pain or nausea. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing behavior. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan. This collision underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield at intersections.
Nov 5 - A van turning right struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal in Brooklyn. The woman suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision at a busy intersection on Crown Street.
According to the police report, a 40-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a Chevrolet van, traveling southeast and making a right turn on Crown Street in Brooklyn, failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the van's right front bumper struck her. The victim sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The van showed no vehicle damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. No victim behavior was listed as contributing to the crash. This incident highlights a driver error in yielding that directly caused harm to a pedestrian lawfully crossing the street.
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Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Nov 5 - A distracted sedan driver struck a northbound e-bike rider at Ocean Avenue. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his knee, leg, and foot. The sedan’s left side doors were damaged. Systemic inattention put the cyclist at risk.
According to the police report, a sedan driver distracted by inattention struck a northbound e-bike rider near 305 Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:50 AM. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The cyclist, a 34-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan, a 2023 BMW, sustained damage to its left side doors. No contributing factors were attributed to the cyclist. The report highlights the sedan driver's failure to maintain attention as the primary cause of the crash.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Rogers Ave▸Nov 2 - A pedestrian suffered serious back injuries after a distracted driver hit him at an intersection on Rogers Avenue. The impact came from the vehicle's center front end as it traveled southbound. The victim was left in shock, complaining of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:47 AM on Rogers Avenue near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was injured after being struck by a vehicle traveling straight ahead southbound. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and suffered back injuries, resulting in a complaint of pain and nausea and a state of shock. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's actions or safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban intersections.
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Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Turning Right▸Nov 1 - A 47-year-old woman suffered head injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield and was distracted while making a right turn. The pedestrian was conscious and bruised, highlighting critical driver errors.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Midwood Street and Albany Avenue in Brooklyn at 7:03 AM. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and remained conscious after the collision. The crash involved a 2018 Audi sedan traveling south, whose driver was making a right turn when the collision occurred. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end, causing the injury. The driver was licensed in New York and the vehicle was registered in Florida. No pedestrian actions or equipment were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield at intersections.
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Pick-up Truck Strikes Two Men in Crosswalk▸Oct 25 - A pick-up truck turned left and hit two men crossing Troy Avenue in a marked crosswalk. Blood pooled on the street. Both men stood, conscious but wounded, heads bleeding. The truck’s front end bore the mark of impact.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck making a left turn at Troy Avenue and Rutland Road in Brooklyn struck two male pedestrians, ages 38 and 77, as they crossed in a marked crosswalk. Both men suffered head injuries and severe bleeding but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, highlighting critical driver errors. The truck’s center front end was damaged from the collision, underscoring the force of the impact. The police narrative describes blood running from the victims’ heads as they stood, injured. No victim behavior is cited as a contributing factor in the report. The crash occurred at 19:05, further emphasizing the danger faced by pedestrians in crosswalks when drivers disregard traffic controls.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 22 - A 52-year-old woman suffered a severe head injury when a sedan struck her at an intersection on Empire Boulevard. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was traveling at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when hit.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Empire Boulevard struck a 52-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as severe, including fracture and dislocation, and remained conscious after the impact. The vehicle’s point of impact was the center front end, and no vehicle damage was reported. The driver was going straight ahead prior to the crash. This incident highlights driver errors, specifically failure to yield and unsafe speed, as central causes of the pedestrian’s serious injuries.
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Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter on Union St▸Oct 20 - A sedan struck an e-scooter from behind on Union Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:30 on Union Street near Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling eastbound collided with the rear of an eastbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 20-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as "Following Too Closely" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating a failure to maintain a safe distance behind the e-scooter. Both vehicles sustained front-center damage. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior beyond helmet use, which is noted but not cited as a cause.
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Sedan Slams Parked Convertibles on Winthrop▸Oct 19 - A sedan struck two parked convertibles on Winthrop Street. The driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered neck bruises. Police blame unsafe speed and passing too closely. Parked cars took the hit. No one else hurt.
According to the police report, a BMW sedan traveling west on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn collided with two parked convertibles at 13:50. The sedan's driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck contusions and bruising. She was the only occupant and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing Too Closely' as the main contributing factors. The parked vehicles, a 2020 Mercedes and a 2012 Chevrolet, were both stationary and unoccupied at the time. Damage was recorded on the Mercedes's right rear quarter panel and the Chevrolet's right front bumper. The police report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 16 - A 36-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision with an SUV on Midwood Street. The SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the cyclist head-on. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:49 on Midwood Street near Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. A 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck by a westbound 2021 Subaru SUV. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor attributed to the SUV driver. The bicyclist sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious throughout. The cyclist was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to vulnerable road users.
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Distracted SUV Slams Sedan on Utica Avenue▸Oct 13 - SUV driver, distracted and speeding, rear-ends sedan on Utica Avenue. Sedan driver suffers back injuries. Impact crushes both vehicles. Driver inattention and unsafe speed caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV struck a sedan from behind on Utica Avenue at 20:27. Both vehicles were heading east. The SUV hit the sedan's center back end, damaging both cars. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with back contusions and bruises but remained conscious and restrained. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The data also notes 'Following Too Closely.' No fault is assigned to the injured sedan driver. The crash underscores the danger of distracted, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Driver Injured in Distracted Eastern Parkway Crash▸Oct 13 - A sedan and a passenger car collided head-on on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction for the crash.
According to the police report, at 9:28 AM on Eastern Parkway, a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling west and a 2008 Ford passenger vehicle traveling north collided front-to-front. The sedan driver, a 59-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions were noted. The sedan was damaged on the right front bumper; the Ford was hit at the center front end. Driver error stands out as the cause in the report.
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Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Collision▸Oct 5 - A 62-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries in a Brooklyn crash. The collision involved unsafe speed and improper lane usage. The driver was helmeted but fractured and dislocated her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:17 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The 62-year-old female moped driver was traveling north when she collided with a stand-up scooter traveling west. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors. The moped driver was ejected from her vehicle and sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. She was wearing a helmet, noted as 'Helmet Only (In-Line Skater/Bicyclist)' in the report. The stand-up scooter showed no damage, and no other injuries were reported. The data highlights the dangers of excessive speed and improper lane use leading to severe trauma for vulnerable road users.
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Elderly Pedestrian’s Head Crushed by Pickup on Albany Avenue▸Oct 4 - An 85-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue fell beneath a Ford pickup’s right front. Blood pooled as dusk settled. The truck’s force left him semiconscious, his head crushed, the street marked by violence and steel.
An 85-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound Ford pickup truck on Albany Avenue near Hawthorne Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the man was crossing without a signal when the vehicle’s right front quarter panel struck his head, causing crush injuries and leaving him semiconscious and bleeding on the pavement. The police narrative describes the scene: 'The truck’s right front crushed his head. He lay semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding into the dusk.' The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further details on driver behavior. The only mention of the pedestrian’s actions is that he was 'crossing, no signal, or crosswalk,' which is included after the account of the vehicle’s impact. The focus remains on the devastating outcome of the collision and the lethal force of the truck.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Eastern Parkway▸Sep 30 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers in the sedan, a child and an elderly woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash involved alcohol and following too closely, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 16:16. A taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also going east. The taxi driver, a licensed male, caused the collision by following too closely and was involved with alcohol. Two injured occupants in the sedan—a 5-year-old boy and a 69-year-old woman—suffered head injuries and whiplash. Both passengers were conscious and not ejected but were not using safety equipment. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the left front bumper of the sedan and the right rear bumper of the taxi. The report highlights driver errors as the cause without attributing fault to the passengers.
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Sedan Turning Left Hits Brooklyn Teen Pedestrian▸Sep 28 - A 15-year-old boy crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Empire Boulevard. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:54 PM on Empire Boulevard near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling south was making a left turn when it struck a 15-year-old male pedestrian crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock and complaining of pain or nausea. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing behavior. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan. This collision underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield at intersections.
Nov 5 - A distracted sedan driver struck a northbound e-bike rider at Ocean Avenue. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his knee, leg, and foot. The sedan’s left side doors were damaged. Systemic inattention put the cyclist at risk.
According to the police report, a sedan driver distracted by inattention struck a northbound e-bike rider near 305 Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:50 AM. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The cyclist, a 34-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan, a 2023 BMW, sustained damage to its left side doors. No contributing factors were attributed to the cyclist. The report highlights the sedan driver's failure to maintain attention as the primary cause of the crash.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Rogers Ave▸Nov 2 - A pedestrian suffered serious back injuries after a distracted driver hit him at an intersection on Rogers Avenue. The impact came from the vehicle's center front end as it traveled southbound. The victim was left in shock, complaining of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:47 AM on Rogers Avenue near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was injured after being struck by a vehicle traveling straight ahead southbound. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and suffered back injuries, resulting in a complaint of pain and nausea and a state of shock. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's actions or safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban intersections.
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Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Turning Right▸Nov 1 - A 47-year-old woman suffered head injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield and was distracted while making a right turn. The pedestrian was conscious and bruised, highlighting critical driver errors.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Midwood Street and Albany Avenue in Brooklyn at 7:03 AM. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and remained conscious after the collision. The crash involved a 2018 Audi sedan traveling south, whose driver was making a right turn when the collision occurred. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end, causing the injury. The driver was licensed in New York and the vehicle was registered in Florida. No pedestrian actions or equipment were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield at intersections.
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Pick-up Truck Strikes Two Men in Crosswalk▸Oct 25 - A pick-up truck turned left and hit two men crossing Troy Avenue in a marked crosswalk. Blood pooled on the street. Both men stood, conscious but wounded, heads bleeding. The truck’s front end bore the mark of impact.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck making a left turn at Troy Avenue and Rutland Road in Brooklyn struck two male pedestrians, ages 38 and 77, as they crossed in a marked crosswalk. Both men suffered head injuries and severe bleeding but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, highlighting critical driver errors. The truck’s center front end was damaged from the collision, underscoring the force of the impact. The police narrative describes blood running from the victims’ heads as they stood, injured. No victim behavior is cited as a contributing factor in the report. The crash occurred at 19:05, further emphasizing the danger faced by pedestrians in crosswalks when drivers disregard traffic controls.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 22 - A 52-year-old woman suffered a severe head injury when a sedan struck her at an intersection on Empire Boulevard. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was traveling at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when hit.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Empire Boulevard struck a 52-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as severe, including fracture and dislocation, and remained conscious after the impact. The vehicle’s point of impact was the center front end, and no vehicle damage was reported. The driver was going straight ahead prior to the crash. This incident highlights driver errors, specifically failure to yield and unsafe speed, as central causes of the pedestrian’s serious injuries.
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Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter on Union St▸Oct 20 - A sedan struck an e-scooter from behind on Union Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:30 on Union Street near Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling eastbound collided with the rear of an eastbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 20-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as "Following Too Closely" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating a failure to maintain a safe distance behind the e-scooter. Both vehicles sustained front-center damage. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior beyond helmet use, which is noted but not cited as a cause.
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Sedan Slams Parked Convertibles on Winthrop▸Oct 19 - A sedan struck two parked convertibles on Winthrop Street. The driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered neck bruises. Police blame unsafe speed and passing too closely. Parked cars took the hit. No one else hurt.
According to the police report, a BMW sedan traveling west on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn collided with two parked convertibles at 13:50. The sedan's driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck contusions and bruising. She was the only occupant and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing Too Closely' as the main contributing factors. The parked vehicles, a 2020 Mercedes and a 2012 Chevrolet, were both stationary and unoccupied at the time. Damage was recorded on the Mercedes's right rear quarter panel and the Chevrolet's right front bumper. The police report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 16 - A 36-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision with an SUV on Midwood Street. The SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the cyclist head-on. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:49 on Midwood Street near Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. A 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck by a westbound 2021 Subaru SUV. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor attributed to the SUV driver. The bicyclist sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious throughout. The cyclist was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to vulnerable road users.
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Distracted SUV Slams Sedan on Utica Avenue▸Oct 13 - SUV driver, distracted and speeding, rear-ends sedan on Utica Avenue. Sedan driver suffers back injuries. Impact crushes both vehicles. Driver inattention and unsafe speed caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV struck a sedan from behind on Utica Avenue at 20:27. Both vehicles were heading east. The SUV hit the sedan's center back end, damaging both cars. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with back contusions and bruises but remained conscious and restrained. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The data also notes 'Following Too Closely.' No fault is assigned to the injured sedan driver. The crash underscores the danger of distracted, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Driver Injured in Distracted Eastern Parkway Crash▸Oct 13 - A sedan and a passenger car collided head-on on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction for the crash.
According to the police report, at 9:28 AM on Eastern Parkway, a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling west and a 2008 Ford passenger vehicle traveling north collided front-to-front. The sedan driver, a 59-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions were noted. The sedan was damaged on the right front bumper; the Ford was hit at the center front end. Driver error stands out as the cause in the report.
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Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Collision▸Oct 5 - A 62-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries in a Brooklyn crash. The collision involved unsafe speed and improper lane usage. The driver was helmeted but fractured and dislocated her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:17 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The 62-year-old female moped driver was traveling north when she collided with a stand-up scooter traveling west. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors. The moped driver was ejected from her vehicle and sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. She was wearing a helmet, noted as 'Helmet Only (In-Line Skater/Bicyclist)' in the report. The stand-up scooter showed no damage, and no other injuries were reported. The data highlights the dangers of excessive speed and improper lane use leading to severe trauma for vulnerable road users.
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Elderly Pedestrian’s Head Crushed by Pickup on Albany Avenue▸Oct 4 - An 85-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue fell beneath a Ford pickup’s right front. Blood pooled as dusk settled. The truck’s force left him semiconscious, his head crushed, the street marked by violence and steel.
An 85-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound Ford pickup truck on Albany Avenue near Hawthorne Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the man was crossing without a signal when the vehicle’s right front quarter panel struck his head, causing crush injuries and leaving him semiconscious and bleeding on the pavement. The police narrative describes the scene: 'The truck’s right front crushed his head. He lay semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding into the dusk.' The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further details on driver behavior. The only mention of the pedestrian’s actions is that he was 'crossing, no signal, or crosswalk,' which is included after the account of the vehicle’s impact. The focus remains on the devastating outcome of the collision and the lethal force of the truck.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Eastern Parkway▸Sep 30 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers in the sedan, a child and an elderly woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash involved alcohol and following too closely, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 16:16. A taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also going east. The taxi driver, a licensed male, caused the collision by following too closely and was involved with alcohol. Two injured occupants in the sedan—a 5-year-old boy and a 69-year-old woman—suffered head injuries and whiplash. Both passengers were conscious and not ejected but were not using safety equipment. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the left front bumper of the sedan and the right rear bumper of the taxi. The report highlights driver errors as the cause without attributing fault to the passengers.
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Sedan Turning Left Hits Brooklyn Teen Pedestrian▸Sep 28 - A 15-year-old boy crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Empire Boulevard. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:54 PM on Empire Boulevard near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling south was making a left turn when it struck a 15-year-old male pedestrian crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock and complaining of pain or nausea. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing behavior. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan. This collision underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield at intersections.
Nov 2 - A pedestrian suffered serious back injuries after a distracted driver hit him at an intersection on Rogers Avenue. The impact came from the vehicle's center front end as it traveled southbound. The victim was left in shock, complaining of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:47 AM on Rogers Avenue near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was injured after being struck by a vehicle traveling straight ahead southbound. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and suffered back injuries, resulting in a complaint of pain and nausea and a state of shock. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's actions or safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban intersections.
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Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Turning Right▸Nov 1 - A 47-year-old woman suffered head injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield and was distracted while making a right turn. The pedestrian was conscious and bruised, highlighting critical driver errors.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Midwood Street and Albany Avenue in Brooklyn at 7:03 AM. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and remained conscious after the collision. The crash involved a 2018 Audi sedan traveling south, whose driver was making a right turn when the collision occurred. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end, causing the injury. The driver was licensed in New York and the vehicle was registered in Florida. No pedestrian actions or equipment were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield at intersections.
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Pick-up Truck Strikes Two Men in Crosswalk▸Oct 25 - A pick-up truck turned left and hit two men crossing Troy Avenue in a marked crosswalk. Blood pooled on the street. Both men stood, conscious but wounded, heads bleeding. The truck’s front end bore the mark of impact.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck making a left turn at Troy Avenue and Rutland Road in Brooklyn struck two male pedestrians, ages 38 and 77, as they crossed in a marked crosswalk. Both men suffered head injuries and severe bleeding but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, highlighting critical driver errors. The truck’s center front end was damaged from the collision, underscoring the force of the impact. The police narrative describes blood running from the victims’ heads as they stood, injured. No victim behavior is cited as a contributing factor in the report. The crash occurred at 19:05, further emphasizing the danger faced by pedestrians in crosswalks when drivers disregard traffic controls.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 22 - A 52-year-old woman suffered a severe head injury when a sedan struck her at an intersection on Empire Boulevard. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was traveling at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when hit.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Empire Boulevard struck a 52-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as severe, including fracture and dislocation, and remained conscious after the impact. The vehicle’s point of impact was the center front end, and no vehicle damage was reported. The driver was going straight ahead prior to the crash. This incident highlights driver errors, specifically failure to yield and unsafe speed, as central causes of the pedestrian’s serious injuries.
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Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter on Union St▸Oct 20 - A sedan struck an e-scooter from behind on Union Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:30 on Union Street near Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling eastbound collided with the rear of an eastbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 20-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as "Following Too Closely" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating a failure to maintain a safe distance behind the e-scooter. Both vehicles sustained front-center damage. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior beyond helmet use, which is noted but not cited as a cause.
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Sedan Slams Parked Convertibles on Winthrop▸Oct 19 - A sedan struck two parked convertibles on Winthrop Street. The driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered neck bruises. Police blame unsafe speed and passing too closely. Parked cars took the hit. No one else hurt.
According to the police report, a BMW sedan traveling west on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn collided with two parked convertibles at 13:50. The sedan's driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck contusions and bruising. She was the only occupant and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing Too Closely' as the main contributing factors. The parked vehicles, a 2020 Mercedes and a 2012 Chevrolet, were both stationary and unoccupied at the time. Damage was recorded on the Mercedes's right rear quarter panel and the Chevrolet's right front bumper. The police report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 16 - A 36-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision with an SUV on Midwood Street. The SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the cyclist head-on. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:49 on Midwood Street near Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. A 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck by a westbound 2021 Subaru SUV. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor attributed to the SUV driver. The bicyclist sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious throughout. The cyclist was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to vulnerable road users.
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Distracted SUV Slams Sedan on Utica Avenue▸Oct 13 - SUV driver, distracted and speeding, rear-ends sedan on Utica Avenue. Sedan driver suffers back injuries. Impact crushes both vehicles. Driver inattention and unsafe speed caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV struck a sedan from behind on Utica Avenue at 20:27. Both vehicles were heading east. The SUV hit the sedan's center back end, damaging both cars. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with back contusions and bruises but remained conscious and restrained. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The data also notes 'Following Too Closely.' No fault is assigned to the injured sedan driver. The crash underscores the danger of distracted, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Driver Injured in Distracted Eastern Parkway Crash▸Oct 13 - A sedan and a passenger car collided head-on on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction for the crash.
According to the police report, at 9:28 AM on Eastern Parkway, a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling west and a 2008 Ford passenger vehicle traveling north collided front-to-front. The sedan driver, a 59-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions were noted. The sedan was damaged on the right front bumper; the Ford was hit at the center front end. Driver error stands out as the cause in the report.
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Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Collision▸Oct 5 - A 62-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries in a Brooklyn crash. The collision involved unsafe speed and improper lane usage. The driver was helmeted but fractured and dislocated her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:17 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The 62-year-old female moped driver was traveling north when she collided with a stand-up scooter traveling west. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors. The moped driver was ejected from her vehicle and sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. She was wearing a helmet, noted as 'Helmet Only (In-Line Skater/Bicyclist)' in the report. The stand-up scooter showed no damage, and no other injuries were reported. The data highlights the dangers of excessive speed and improper lane use leading to severe trauma for vulnerable road users.
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Elderly Pedestrian’s Head Crushed by Pickup on Albany Avenue▸Oct 4 - An 85-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue fell beneath a Ford pickup’s right front. Blood pooled as dusk settled. The truck’s force left him semiconscious, his head crushed, the street marked by violence and steel.
An 85-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound Ford pickup truck on Albany Avenue near Hawthorne Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the man was crossing without a signal when the vehicle’s right front quarter panel struck his head, causing crush injuries and leaving him semiconscious and bleeding on the pavement. The police narrative describes the scene: 'The truck’s right front crushed his head. He lay semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding into the dusk.' The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further details on driver behavior. The only mention of the pedestrian’s actions is that he was 'crossing, no signal, or crosswalk,' which is included after the account of the vehicle’s impact. The focus remains on the devastating outcome of the collision and the lethal force of the truck.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Eastern Parkway▸Sep 30 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers in the sedan, a child and an elderly woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash involved alcohol and following too closely, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 16:16. A taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also going east. The taxi driver, a licensed male, caused the collision by following too closely and was involved with alcohol. Two injured occupants in the sedan—a 5-year-old boy and a 69-year-old woman—suffered head injuries and whiplash. Both passengers were conscious and not ejected but were not using safety equipment. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the left front bumper of the sedan and the right rear bumper of the taxi. The report highlights driver errors as the cause without attributing fault to the passengers.
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Sedan Turning Left Hits Brooklyn Teen Pedestrian▸Sep 28 - A 15-year-old boy crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Empire Boulevard. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:54 PM on Empire Boulevard near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling south was making a left turn when it struck a 15-year-old male pedestrian crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock and complaining of pain or nausea. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing behavior. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan. This collision underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield at intersections.
Nov 1 - A 47-year-old woman suffered head injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield and was distracted while making a right turn. The pedestrian was conscious and bruised, highlighting critical driver errors.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Midwood Street and Albany Avenue in Brooklyn at 7:03 AM. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and remained conscious after the collision. The crash involved a 2018 Audi sedan traveling south, whose driver was making a right turn when the collision occurred. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end, causing the injury. The driver was licensed in New York and the vehicle was registered in Florida. No pedestrian actions or equipment were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield at intersections.
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Pick-up Truck Strikes Two Men in Crosswalk▸Oct 25 - A pick-up truck turned left and hit two men crossing Troy Avenue in a marked crosswalk. Blood pooled on the street. Both men stood, conscious but wounded, heads bleeding. The truck’s front end bore the mark of impact.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck making a left turn at Troy Avenue and Rutland Road in Brooklyn struck two male pedestrians, ages 38 and 77, as they crossed in a marked crosswalk. Both men suffered head injuries and severe bleeding but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, highlighting critical driver errors. The truck’s center front end was damaged from the collision, underscoring the force of the impact. The police narrative describes blood running from the victims’ heads as they stood, injured. No victim behavior is cited as a contributing factor in the report. The crash occurred at 19:05, further emphasizing the danger faced by pedestrians in crosswalks when drivers disregard traffic controls.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 22 - A 52-year-old woman suffered a severe head injury when a sedan struck her at an intersection on Empire Boulevard. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was traveling at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when hit.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Empire Boulevard struck a 52-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as severe, including fracture and dislocation, and remained conscious after the impact. The vehicle’s point of impact was the center front end, and no vehicle damage was reported. The driver was going straight ahead prior to the crash. This incident highlights driver errors, specifically failure to yield and unsafe speed, as central causes of the pedestrian’s serious injuries.
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Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter on Union St▸Oct 20 - A sedan struck an e-scooter from behind on Union Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:30 on Union Street near Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling eastbound collided with the rear of an eastbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 20-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as "Following Too Closely" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating a failure to maintain a safe distance behind the e-scooter. Both vehicles sustained front-center damage. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior beyond helmet use, which is noted but not cited as a cause.
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Sedan Slams Parked Convertibles on Winthrop▸Oct 19 - A sedan struck two parked convertibles on Winthrop Street. The driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered neck bruises. Police blame unsafe speed and passing too closely. Parked cars took the hit. No one else hurt.
According to the police report, a BMW sedan traveling west on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn collided with two parked convertibles at 13:50. The sedan's driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck contusions and bruising. She was the only occupant and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing Too Closely' as the main contributing factors. The parked vehicles, a 2020 Mercedes and a 2012 Chevrolet, were both stationary and unoccupied at the time. Damage was recorded on the Mercedes's right rear quarter panel and the Chevrolet's right front bumper. The police report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 16 - A 36-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision with an SUV on Midwood Street. The SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the cyclist head-on. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:49 on Midwood Street near Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. A 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck by a westbound 2021 Subaru SUV. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor attributed to the SUV driver. The bicyclist sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious throughout. The cyclist was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to vulnerable road users.
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Distracted SUV Slams Sedan on Utica Avenue▸Oct 13 - SUV driver, distracted and speeding, rear-ends sedan on Utica Avenue. Sedan driver suffers back injuries. Impact crushes both vehicles. Driver inattention and unsafe speed caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV struck a sedan from behind on Utica Avenue at 20:27. Both vehicles were heading east. The SUV hit the sedan's center back end, damaging both cars. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with back contusions and bruises but remained conscious and restrained. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The data also notes 'Following Too Closely.' No fault is assigned to the injured sedan driver. The crash underscores the danger of distracted, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Driver Injured in Distracted Eastern Parkway Crash▸Oct 13 - A sedan and a passenger car collided head-on on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction for the crash.
According to the police report, at 9:28 AM on Eastern Parkway, a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling west and a 2008 Ford passenger vehicle traveling north collided front-to-front. The sedan driver, a 59-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions were noted. The sedan was damaged on the right front bumper; the Ford was hit at the center front end. Driver error stands out as the cause in the report.
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Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Collision▸Oct 5 - A 62-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries in a Brooklyn crash. The collision involved unsafe speed and improper lane usage. The driver was helmeted but fractured and dislocated her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:17 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The 62-year-old female moped driver was traveling north when she collided with a stand-up scooter traveling west. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors. The moped driver was ejected from her vehicle and sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. She was wearing a helmet, noted as 'Helmet Only (In-Line Skater/Bicyclist)' in the report. The stand-up scooter showed no damage, and no other injuries were reported. The data highlights the dangers of excessive speed and improper lane use leading to severe trauma for vulnerable road users.
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Elderly Pedestrian’s Head Crushed by Pickup on Albany Avenue▸Oct 4 - An 85-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue fell beneath a Ford pickup’s right front. Blood pooled as dusk settled. The truck’s force left him semiconscious, his head crushed, the street marked by violence and steel.
An 85-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound Ford pickup truck on Albany Avenue near Hawthorne Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the man was crossing without a signal when the vehicle’s right front quarter panel struck his head, causing crush injuries and leaving him semiconscious and bleeding on the pavement. The police narrative describes the scene: 'The truck’s right front crushed his head. He lay semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding into the dusk.' The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further details on driver behavior. The only mention of the pedestrian’s actions is that he was 'crossing, no signal, or crosswalk,' which is included after the account of the vehicle’s impact. The focus remains on the devastating outcome of the collision and the lethal force of the truck.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Eastern Parkway▸Sep 30 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers in the sedan, a child and an elderly woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash involved alcohol and following too closely, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 16:16. A taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also going east. The taxi driver, a licensed male, caused the collision by following too closely and was involved with alcohol. Two injured occupants in the sedan—a 5-year-old boy and a 69-year-old woman—suffered head injuries and whiplash. Both passengers were conscious and not ejected but were not using safety equipment. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the left front bumper of the sedan and the right rear bumper of the taxi. The report highlights driver errors as the cause without attributing fault to the passengers.
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Sedan Turning Left Hits Brooklyn Teen Pedestrian▸Sep 28 - A 15-year-old boy crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Empire Boulevard. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:54 PM on Empire Boulevard near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling south was making a left turn when it struck a 15-year-old male pedestrian crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock and complaining of pain or nausea. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing behavior. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan. This collision underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield at intersections.
Oct 25 - A pick-up truck turned left and hit two men crossing Troy Avenue in a marked crosswalk. Blood pooled on the street. Both men stood, conscious but wounded, heads bleeding. The truck’s front end bore the mark of impact.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck making a left turn at Troy Avenue and Rutland Road in Brooklyn struck two male pedestrians, ages 38 and 77, as they crossed in a marked crosswalk. Both men suffered head injuries and severe bleeding but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, highlighting critical driver errors. The truck’s center front end was damaged from the collision, underscoring the force of the impact. The police narrative describes blood running from the victims’ heads as they stood, injured. No victim behavior is cited as a contributing factor in the report. The crash occurred at 19:05, further emphasizing the danger faced by pedestrians in crosswalks when drivers disregard traffic controls.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 22 - A 52-year-old woman suffered a severe head injury when a sedan struck her at an intersection on Empire Boulevard. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was traveling at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when hit.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Empire Boulevard struck a 52-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as severe, including fracture and dislocation, and remained conscious after the impact. The vehicle’s point of impact was the center front end, and no vehicle damage was reported. The driver was going straight ahead prior to the crash. This incident highlights driver errors, specifically failure to yield and unsafe speed, as central causes of the pedestrian’s serious injuries.
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Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter on Union St▸Oct 20 - A sedan struck an e-scooter from behind on Union Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:30 on Union Street near Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling eastbound collided with the rear of an eastbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 20-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as "Following Too Closely" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating a failure to maintain a safe distance behind the e-scooter. Both vehicles sustained front-center damage. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior beyond helmet use, which is noted but not cited as a cause.
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Sedan Slams Parked Convertibles on Winthrop▸Oct 19 - A sedan struck two parked convertibles on Winthrop Street. The driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered neck bruises. Police blame unsafe speed and passing too closely. Parked cars took the hit. No one else hurt.
According to the police report, a BMW sedan traveling west on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn collided with two parked convertibles at 13:50. The sedan's driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck contusions and bruising. She was the only occupant and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing Too Closely' as the main contributing factors. The parked vehicles, a 2020 Mercedes and a 2012 Chevrolet, were both stationary and unoccupied at the time. Damage was recorded on the Mercedes's right rear quarter panel and the Chevrolet's right front bumper. The police report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 16 - A 36-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision with an SUV on Midwood Street. The SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the cyclist head-on. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:49 on Midwood Street near Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. A 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck by a westbound 2021 Subaru SUV. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor attributed to the SUV driver. The bicyclist sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious throughout. The cyclist was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to vulnerable road users.
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Distracted SUV Slams Sedan on Utica Avenue▸Oct 13 - SUV driver, distracted and speeding, rear-ends sedan on Utica Avenue. Sedan driver suffers back injuries. Impact crushes both vehicles. Driver inattention and unsafe speed caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV struck a sedan from behind on Utica Avenue at 20:27. Both vehicles were heading east. The SUV hit the sedan's center back end, damaging both cars. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with back contusions and bruises but remained conscious and restrained. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The data also notes 'Following Too Closely.' No fault is assigned to the injured sedan driver. The crash underscores the danger of distracted, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Driver Injured in Distracted Eastern Parkway Crash▸Oct 13 - A sedan and a passenger car collided head-on on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction for the crash.
According to the police report, at 9:28 AM on Eastern Parkway, a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling west and a 2008 Ford passenger vehicle traveling north collided front-to-front. The sedan driver, a 59-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions were noted. The sedan was damaged on the right front bumper; the Ford was hit at the center front end. Driver error stands out as the cause in the report.
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Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Collision▸Oct 5 - A 62-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries in a Brooklyn crash. The collision involved unsafe speed and improper lane usage. The driver was helmeted but fractured and dislocated her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:17 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The 62-year-old female moped driver was traveling north when she collided with a stand-up scooter traveling west. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors. The moped driver was ejected from her vehicle and sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. She was wearing a helmet, noted as 'Helmet Only (In-Line Skater/Bicyclist)' in the report. The stand-up scooter showed no damage, and no other injuries were reported. The data highlights the dangers of excessive speed and improper lane use leading to severe trauma for vulnerable road users.
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Elderly Pedestrian’s Head Crushed by Pickup on Albany Avenue▸Oct 4 - An 85-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue fell beneath a Ford pickup’s right front. Blood pooled as dusk settled. The truck’s force left him semiconscious, his head crushed, the street marked by violence and steel.
An 85-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound Ford pickup truck on Albany Avenue near Hawthorne Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the man was crossing without a signal when the vehicle’s right front quarter panel struck his head, causing crush injuries and leaving him semiconscious and bleeding on the pavement. The police narrative describes the scene: 'The truck’s right front crushed his head. He lay semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding into the dusk.' The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further details on driver behavior. The only mention of the pedestrian’s actions is that he was 'crossing, no signal, or crosswalk,' which is included after the account of the vehicle’s impact. The focus remains on the devastating outcome of the collision and the lethal force of the truck.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Eastern Parkway▸Sep 30 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers in the sedan, a child and an elderly woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash involved alcohol and following too closely, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 16:16. A taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also going east. The taxi driver, a licensed male, caused the collision by following too closely and was involved with alcohol. Two injured occupants in the sedan—a 5-year-old boy and a 69-year-old woman—suffered head injuries and whiplash. Both passengers were conscious and not ejected but were not using safety equipment. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the left front bumper of the sedan and the right rear bumper of the taxi. The report highlights driver errors as the cause without attributing fault to the passengers.
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Sedan Turning Left Hits Brooklyn Teen Pedestrian▸Sep 28 - A 15-year-old boy crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Empire Boulevard. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:54 PM on Empire Boulevard near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling south was making a left turn when it struck a 15-year-old male pedestrian crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock and complaining of pain or nausea. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing behavior. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan. This collision underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield at intersections.
Oct 22 - A 52-year-old woman suffered a severe head injury when a sedan struck her at an intersection on Empire Boulevard. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was traveling at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when hit.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Empire Boulevard struck a 52-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as severe, including fracture and dislocation, and remained conscious after the impact. The vehicle’s point of impact was the center front end, and no vehicle damage was reported. The driver was going straight ahead prior to the crash. This incident highlights driver errors, specifically failure to yield and unsafe speed, as central causes of the pedestrian’s serious injuries.
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Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter on Union St▸Oct 20 - A sedan struck an e-scooter from behind on Union Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:30 on Union Street near Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling eastbound collided with the rear of an eastbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 20-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as "Following Too Closely" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating a failure to maintain a safe distance behind the e-scooter. Both vehicles sustained front-center damage. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior beyond helmet use, which is noted but not cited as a cause.
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Sedan Slams Parked Convertibles on Winthrop▸Oct 19 - A sedan struck two parked convertibles on Winthrop Street. The driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered neck bruises. Police blame unsafe speed and passing too closely. Parked cars took the hit. No one else hurt.
According to the police report, a BMW sedan traveling west on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn collided with two parked convertibles at 13:50. The sedan's driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck contusions and bruising. She was the only occupant and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing Too Closely' as the main contributing factors. The parked vehicles, a 2020 Mercedes and a 2012 Chevrolet, were both stationary and unoccupied at the time. Damage was recorded on the Mercedes's right rear quarter panel and the Chevrolet's right front bumper. The police report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 16 - A 36-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision with an SUV on Midwood Street. The SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the cyclist head-on. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:49 on Midwood Street near Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. A 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck by a westbound 2021 Subaru SUV. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor attributed to the SUV driver. The bicyclist sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious throughout. The cyclist was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to vulnerable road users.
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Distracted SUV Slams Sedan on Utica Avenue▸Oct 13 - SUV driver, distracted and speeding, rear-ends sedan on Utica Avenue. Sedan driver suffers back injuries. Impact crushes both vehicles. Driver inattention and unsafe speed caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV struck a sedan from behind on Utica Avenue at 20:27. Both vehicles were heading east. The SUV hit the sedan's center back end, damaging both cars. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with back contusions and bruises but remained conscious and restrained. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The data also notes 'Following Too Closely.' No fault is assigned to the injured sedan driver. The crash underscores the danger of distracted, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Driver Injured in Distracted Eastern Parkway Crash▸Oct 13 - A sedan and a passenger car collided head-on on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction for the crash.
According to the police report, at 9:28 AM on Eastern Parkway, a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling west and a 2008 Ford passenger vehicle traveling north collided front-to-front. The sedan driver, a 59-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions were noted. The sedan was damaged on the right front bumper; the Ford was hit at the center front end. Driver error stands out as the cause in the report.
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Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Collision▸Oct 5 - A 62-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries in a Brooklyn crash. The collision involved unsafe speed and improper lane usage. The driver was helmeted but fractured and dislocated her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:17 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The 62-year-old female moped driver was traveling north when she collided with a stand-up scooter traveling west. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors. The moped driver was ejected from her vehicle and sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. She was wearing a helmet, noted as 'Helmet Only (In-Line Skater/Bicyclist)' in the report. The stand-up scooter showed no damage, and no other injuries were reported. The data highlights the dangers of excessive speed and improper lane use leading to severe trauma for vulnerable road users.
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Elderly Pedestrian’s Head Crushed by Pickup on Albany Avenue▸Oct 4 - An 85-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue fell beneath a Ford pickup’s right front. Blood pooled as dusk settled. The truck’s force left him semiconscious, his head crushed, the street marked by violence and steel.
An 85-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound Ford pickup truck on Albany Avenue near Hawthorne Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the man was crossing without a signal when the vehicle’s right front quarter panel struck his head, causing crush injuries and leaving him semiconscious and bleeding on the pavement. The police narrative describes the scene: 'The truck’s right front crushed his head. He lay semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding into the dusk.' The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further details on driver behavior. The only mention of the pedestrian’s actions is that he was 'crossing, no signal, or crosswalk,' which is included after the account of the vehicle’s impact. The focus remains on the devastating outcome of the collision and the lethal force of the truck.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Eastern Parkway▸Sep 30 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers in the sedan, a child and an elderly woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash involved alcohol and following too closely, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 16:16. A taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also going east. The taxi driver, a licensed male, caused the collision by following too closely and was involved with alcohol. Two injured occupants in the sedan—a 5-year-old boy and a 69-year-old woman—suffered head injuries and whiplash. Both passengers were conscious and not ejected but were not using safety equipment. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the left front bumper of the sedan and the right rear bumper of the taxi. The report highlights driver errors as the cause without attributing fault to the passengers.
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Sedan Turning Left Hits Brooklyn Teen Pedestrian▸Sep 28 - A 15-year-old boy crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Empire Boulevard. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:54 PM on Empire Boulevard near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling south was making a left turn when it struck a 15-year-old male pedestrian crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock and complaining of pain or nausea. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing behavior. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan. This collision underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield at intersections.
Oct 20 - A sedan struck an e-scooter from behind on Union Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:30 on Union Street near Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling eastbound collided with the rear of an eastbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 20-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as "Following Too Closely" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating a failure to maintain a safe distance behind the e-scooter. Both vehicles sustained front-center damage. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior beyond helmet use, which is noted but not cited as a cause.
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Sedan Slams Parked Convertibles on Winthrop▸Oct 19 - A sedan struck two parked convertibles on Winthrop Street. The driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered neck bruises. Police blame unsafe speed and passing too closely. Parked cars took the hit. No one else hurt.
According to the police report, a BMW sedan traveling west on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn collided with two parked convertibles at 13:50. The sedan's driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck contusions and bruising. She was the only occupant and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing Too Closely' as the main contributing factors. The parked vehicles, a 2020 Mercedes and a 2012 Chevrolet, were both stationary and unoccupied at the time. Damage was recorded on the Mercedes's right rear quarter panel and the Chevrolet's right front bumper. The police report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 16 - A 36-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision with an SUV on Midwood Street. The SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the cyclist head-on. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:49 on Midwood Street near Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. A 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck by a westbound 2021 Subaru SUV. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor attributed to the SUV driver. The bicyclist sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious throughout. The cyclist was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to vulnerable road users.
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Distracted SUV Slams Sedan on Utica Avenue▸Oct 13 - SUV driver, distracted and speeding, rear-ends sedan on Utica Avenue. Sedan driver suffers back injuries. Impact crushes both vehicles. Driver inattention and unsafe speed caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV struck a sedan from behind on Utica Avenue at 20:27. Both vehicles were heading east. The SUV hit the sedan's center back end, damaging both cars. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with back contusions and bruises but remained conscious and restrained. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The data also notes 'Following Too Closely.' No fault is assigned to the injured sedan driver. The crash underscores the danger of distracted, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Driver Injured in Distracted Eastern Parkway Crash▸Oct 13 - A sedan and a passenger car collided head-on on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction for the crash.
According to the police report, at 9:28 AM on Eastern Parkway, a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling west and a 2008 Ford passenger vehicle traveling north collided front-to-front. The sedan driver, a 59-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions were noted. The sedan was damaged on the right front bumper; the Ford was hit at the center front end. Driver error stands out as the cause in the report.
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Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Collision▸Oct 5 - A 62-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries in a Brooklyn crash. The collision involved unsafe speed and improper lane usage. The driver was helmeted but fractured and dislocated her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:17 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The 62-year-old female moped driver was traveling north when she collided with a stand-up scooter traveling west. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors. The moped driver was ejected from her vehicle and sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. She was wearing a helmet, noted as 'Helmet Only (In-Line Skater/Bicyclist)' in the report. The stand-up scooter showed no damage, and no other injuries were reported. The data highlights the dangers of excessive speed and improper lane use leading to severe trauma for vulnerable road users.
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Elderly Pedestrian’s Head Crushed by Pickup on Albany Avenue▸Oct 4 - An 85-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue fell beneath a Ford pickup’s right front. Blood pooled as dusk settled. The truck’s force left him semiconscious, his head crushed, the street marked by violence and steel.
An 85-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound Ford pickup truck on Albany Avenue near Hawthorne Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the man was crossing without a signal when the vehicle’s right front quarter panel struck his head, causing crush injuries and leaving him semiconscious and bleeding on the pavement. The police narrative describes the scene: 'The truck’s right front crushed his head. He lay semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding into the dusk.' The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further details on driver behavior. The only mention of the pedestrian’s actions is that he was 'crossing, no signal, or crosswalk,' which is included after the account of the vehicle’s impact. The focus remains on the devastating outcome of the collision and the lethal force of the truck.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Eastern Parkway▸Sep 30 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers in the sedan, a child and an elderly woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash involved alcohol and following too closely, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 16:16. A taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also going east. The taxi driver, a licensed male, caused the collision by following too closely and was involved with alcohol. Two injured occupants in the sedan—a 5-year-old boy and a 69-year-old woman—suffered head injuries and whiplash. Both passengers were conscious and not ejected but were not using safety equipment. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the left front bumper of the sedan and the right rear bumper of the taxi. The report highlights driver errors as the cause without attributing fault to the passengers.
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Sedan Turning Left Hits Brooklyn Teen Pedestrian▸Sep 28 - A 15-year-old boy crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Empire Boulevard. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:54 PM on Empire Boulevard near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling south was making a left turn when it struck a 15-year-old male pedestrian crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock and complaining of pain or nausea. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing behavior. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan. This collision underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield at intersections.
Oct 19 - A sedan struck two parked convertibles on Winthrop Street. The driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered neck bruises. Police blame unsafe speed and passing too closely. Parked cars took the hit. No one else hurt.
According to the police report, a BMW sedan traveling west on Winthrop Street in Brooklyn collided with two parked convertibles at 13:50. The sedan's driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck contusions and bruising. She was the only occupant and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing Too Closely' as the main contributing factors. The parked vehicles, a 2020 Mercedes and a 2012 Chevrolet, were both stationary and unoccupied at the time. Damage was recorded on the Mercedes's right rear quarter panel and the Chevrolet's right front bumper. The police report does not cite any victim actions as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 16 - A 36-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision with an SUV on Midwood Street. The SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the cyclist head-on. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:49 on Midwood Street near Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. A 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck by a westbound 2021 Subaru SUV. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor attributed to the SUV driver. The bicyclist sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious throughout. The cyclist was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to vulnerable road users.
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Distracted SUV Slams Sedan on Utica Avenue▸Oct 13 - SUV driver, distracted and speeding, rear-ends sedan on Utica Avenue. Sedan driver suffers back injuries. Impact crushes both vehicles. Driver inattention and unsafe speed caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV struck a sedan from behind on Utica Avenue at 20:27. Both vehicles were heading east. The SUV hit the sedan's center back end, damaging both cars. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with back contusions and bruises but remained conscious and restrained. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The data also notes 'Following Too Closely.' No fault is assigned to the injured sedan driver. The crash underscores the danger of distracted, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Driver Injured in Distracted Eastern Parkway Crash▸Oct 13 - A sedan and a passenger car collided head-on on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction for the crash.
According to the police report, at 9:28 AM on Eastern Parkway, a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling west and a 2008 Ford passenger vehicle traveling north collided front-to-front. The sedan driver, a 59-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions were noted. The sedan was damaged on the right front bumper; the Ford was hit at the center front end. Driver error stands out as the cause in the report.
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Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Collision▸Oct 5 - A 62-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries in a Brooklyn crash. The collision involved unsafe speed and improper lane usage. The driver was helmeted but fractured and dislocated her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:17 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The 62-year-old female moped driver was traveling north when she collided with a stand-up scooter traveling west. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors. The moped driver was ejected from her vehicle and sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. She was wearing a helmet, noted as 'Helmet Only (In-Line Skater/Bicyclist)' in the report. The stand-up scooter showed no damage, and no other injuries were reported. The data highlights the dangers of excessive speed and improper lane use leading to severe trauma for vulnerable road users.
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Elderly Pedestrian’s Head Crushed by Pickup on Albany Avenue▸Oct 4 - An 85-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue fell beneath a Ford pickup’s right front. Blood pooled as dusk settled. The truck’s force left him semiconscious, his head crushed, the street marked by violence and steel.
An 85-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound Ford pickup truck on Albany Avenue near Hawthorne Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the man was crossing without a signal when the vehicle’s right front quarter panel struck his head, causing crush injuries and leaving him semiconscious and bleeding on the pavement. The police narrative describes the scene: 'The truck’s right front crushed his head. He lay semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding into the dusk.' The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further details on driver behavior. The only mention of the pedestrian’s actions is that he was 'crossing, no signal, or crosswalk,' which is included after the account of the vehicle’s impact. The focus remains on the devastating outcome of the collision and the lethal force of the truck.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Eastern Parkway▸Sep 30 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers in the sedan, a child and an elderly woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash involved alcohol and following too closely, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 16:16. A taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also going east. The taxi driver, a licensed male, caused the collision by following too closely and was involved with alcohol. Two injured occupants in the sedan—a 5-year-old boy and a 69-year-old woman—suffered head injuries and whiplash. Both passengers were conscious and not ejected but were not using safety equipment. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the left front bumper of the sedan and the right rear bumper of the taxi. The report highlights driver errors as the cause without attributing fault to the passengers.
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Sedan Turning Left Hits Brooklyn Teen Pedestrian▸Sep 28 - A 15-year-old boy crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Empire Boulevard. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:54 PM on Empire Boulevard near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling south was making a left turn when it struck a 15-year-old male pedestrian crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock and complaining of pain or nausea. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing behavior. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan. This collision underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield at intersections.
Oct 16 - A 36-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision with an SUV on Midwood Street. The SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the cyclist head-on. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:49 on Midwood Street near Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. A 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck by a westbound 2021 Subaru SUV. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor attributed to the SUV driver. The bicyclist sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious throughout. The cyclist was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to vulnerable road users.
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Distracted SUV Slams Sedan on Utica Avenue▸Oct 13 - SUV driver, distracted and speeding, rear-ends sedan on Utica Avenue. Sedan driver suffers back injuries. Impact crushes both vehicles. Driver inattention and unsafe speed caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV struck a sedan from behind on Utica Avenue at 20:27. Both vehicles were heading east. The SUV hit the sedan's center back end, damaging both cars. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with back contusions and bruises but remained conscious and restrained. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The data also notes 'Following Too Closely.' No fault is assigned to the injured sedan driver. The crash underscores the danger of distracted, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Driver Injured in Distracted Eastern Parkway Crash▸Oct 13 - A sedan and a passenger car collided head-on on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction for the crash.
According to the police report, at 9:28 AM on Eastern Parkway, a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling west and a 2008 Ford passenger vehicle traveling north collided front-to-front. The sedan driver, a 59-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions were noted. The sedan was damaged on the right front bumper; the Ford was hit at the center front end. Driver error stands out as the cause in the report.
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Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Collision▸Oct 5 - A 62-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries in a Brooklyn crash. The collision involved unsafe speed and improper lane usage. The driver was helmeted but fractured and dislocated her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:17 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The 62-year-old female moped driver was traveling north when she collided with a stand-up scooter traveling west. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors. The moped driver was ejected from her vehicle and sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. She was wearing a helmet, noted as 'Helmet Only (In-Line Skater/Bicyclist)' in the report. The stand-up scooter showed no damage, and no other injuries were reported. The data highlights the dangers of excessive speed and improper lane use leading to severe trauma for vulnerable road users.
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Elderly Pedestrian’s Head Crushed by Pickup on Albany Avenue▸Oct 4 - An 85-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue fell beneath a Ford pickup’s right front. Blood pooled as dusk settled. The truck’s force left him semiconscious, his head crushed, the street marked by violence and steel.
An 85-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound Ford pickup truck on Albany Avenue near Hawthorne Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the man was crossing without a signal when the vehicle’s right front quarter panel struck his head, causing crush injuries and leaving him semiconscious and bleeding on the pavement. The police narrative describes the scene: 'The truck’s right front crushed his head. He lay semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding into the dusk.' The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further details on driver behavior. The only mention of the pedestrian’s actions is that he was 'crossing, no signal, or crosswalk,' which is included after the account of the vehicle’s impact. The focus remains on the devastating outcome of the collision and the lethal force of the truck.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Eastern Parkway▸Sep 30 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers in the sedan, a child and an elderly woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash involved alcohol and following too closely, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 16:16. A taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also going east. The taxi driver, a licensed male, caused the collision by following too closely and was involved with alcohol. Two injured occupants in the sedan—a 5-year-old boy and a 69-year-old woman—suffered head injuries and whiplash. Both passengers were conscious and not ejected but were not using safety equipment. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the left front bumper of the sedan and the right rear bumper of the taxi. The report highlights driver errors as the cause without attributing fault to the passengers.
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Sedan Turning Left Hits Brooklyn Teen Pedestrian▸Sep 28 - A 15-year-old boy crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Empire Boulevard. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:54 PM on Empire Boulevard near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling south was making a left turn when it struck a 15-year-old male pedestrian crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock and complaining of pain or nausea. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing behavior. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan. This collision underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield at intersections.
Oct 13 - SUV driver, distracted and speeding, rear-ends sedan on Utica Avenue. Sedan driver suffers back injuries. Impact crushes both vehicles. Driver inattention and unsafe speed caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV struck a sedan from behind on Utica Avenue at 20:27. Both vehicles were heading east. The SUV hit the sedan's center back end, damaging both cars. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with back contusions and bruises but remained conscious and restrained. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The data also notes 'Following Too Closely.' No fault is assigned to the injured sedan driver. The crash underscores the danger of distracted, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Driver Injured in Distracted Eastern Parkway Crash▸Oct 13 - A sedan and a passenger car collided head-on on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction for the crash.
According to the police report, at 9:28 AM on Eastern Parkway, a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling west and a 2008 Ford passenger vehicle traveling north collided front-to-front. The sedan driver, a 59-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions were noted. The sedan was damaged on the right front bumper; the Ford was hit at the center front end. Driver error stands out as the cause in the report.
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Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Collision▸Oct 5 - A 62-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries in a Brooklyn crash. The collision involved unsafe speed and improper lane usage. The driver was helmeted but fractured and dislocated her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:17 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The 62-year-old female moped driver was traveling north when she collided with a stand-up scooter traveling west. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors. The moped driver was ejected from her vehicle and sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. She was wearing a helmet, noted as 'Helmet Only (In-Line Skater/Bicyclist)' in the report. The stand-up scooter showed no damage, and no other injuries were reported. The data highlights the dangers of excessive speed and improper lane use leading to severe trauma for vulnerable road users.
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Elderly Pedestrian’s Head Crushed by Pickup on Albany Avenue▸Oct 4 - An 85-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue fell beneath a Ford pickup’s right front. Blood pooled as dusk settled. The truck’s force left him semiconscious, his head crushed, the street marked by violence and steel.
An 85-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound Ford pickup truck on Albany Avenue near Hawthorne Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the man was crossing without a signal when the vehicle’s right front quarter panel struck his head, causing crush injuries and leaving him semiconscious and bleeding on the pavement. The police narrative describes the scene: 'The truck’s right front crushed his head. He lay semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding into the dusk.' The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further details on driver behavior. The only mention of the pedestrian’s actions is that he was 'crossing, no signal, or crosswalk,' which is included after the account of the vehicle’s impact. The focus remains on the devastating outcome of the collision and the lethal force of the truck.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Eastern Parkway▸Sep 30 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers in the sedan, a child and an elderly woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash involved alcohol and following too closely, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 16:16. A taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also going east. The taxi driver, a licensed male, caused the collision by following too closely and was involved with alcohol. Two injured occupants in the sedan—a 5-year-old boy and a 69-year-old woman—suffered head injuries and whiplash. Both passengers were conscious and not ejected but were not using safety equipment. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the left front bumper of the sedan and the right rear bumper of the taxi. The report highlights driver errors as the cause without attributing fault to the passengers.
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Sedan Turning Left Hits Brooklyn Teen Pedestrian▸Sep 28 - A 15-year-old boy crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Empire Boulevard. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:54 PM on Empire Boulevard near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling south was making a left turn when it struck a 15-year-old male pedestrian crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock and complaining of pain or nausea. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing behavior. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan. This collision underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield at intersections.
Oct 13 - A sedan and a passenger car collided head-on on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction for the crash.
According to the police report, at 9:28 AM on Eastern Parkway, a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling west and a 2008 Ford passenger vehicle traveling north collided front-to-front. The sedan driver, a 59-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions were noted. The sedan was damaged on the right front bumper; the Ford was hit at the center front end. Driver error stands out as the cause in the report.
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Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Collision▸Oct 5 - A 62-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries in a Brooklyn crash. The collision involved unsafe speed and improper lane usage. The driver was helmeted but fractured and dislocated her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:17 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The 62-year-old female moped driver was traveling north when she collided with a stand-up scooter traveling west. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors. The moped driver was ejected from her vehicle and sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. She was wearing a helmet, noted as 'Helmet Only (In-Line Skater/Bicyclist)' in the report. The stand-up scooter showed no damage, and no other injuries were reported. The data highlights the dangers of excessive speed and improper lane use leading to severe trauma for vulnerable road users.
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Elderly Pedestrian’s Head Crushed by Pickup on Albany Avenue▸Oct 4 - An 85-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue fell beneath a Ford pickup’s right front. Blood pooled as dusk settled. The truck’s force left him semiconscious, his head crushed, the street marked by violence and steel.
An 85-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound Ford pickup truck on Albany Avenue near Hawthorne Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the man was crossing without a signal when the vehicle’s right front quarter panel struck his head, causing crush injuries and leaving him semiconscious and bleeding on the pavement. The police narrative describes the scene: 'The truck’s right front crushed his head. He lay semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding into the dusk.' The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further details on driver behavior. The only mention of the pedestrian’s actions is that he was 'crossing, no signal, or crosswalk,' which is included after the account of the vehicle’s impact. The focus remains on the devastating outcome of the collision and the lethal force of the truck.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Eastern Parkway▸Sep 30 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers in the sedan, a child and an elderly woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash involved alcohol and following too closely, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 16:16. A taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also going east. The taxi driver, a licensed male, caused the collision by following too closely and was involved with alcohol. Two injured occupants in the sedan—a 5-year-old boy and a 69-year-old woman—suffered head injuries and whiplash. Both passengers were conscious and not ejected but were not using safety equipment. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the left front bumper of the sedan and the right rear bumper of the taxi. The report highlights driver errors as the cause without attributing fault to the passengers.
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Sedan Turning Left Hits Brooklyn Teen Pedestrian▸Sep 28 - A 15-year-old boy crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Empire Boulevard. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:54 PM on Empire Boulevard near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling south was making a left turn when it struck a 15-year-old male pedestrian crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock and complaining of pain or nausea. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing behavior. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan. This collision underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield at intersections.
Oct 5 - A 62-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries in a Brooklyn crash. The collision involved unsafe speed and improper lane usage. The driver was helmeted but fractured and dislocated her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:17 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The 62-year-old female moped driver was traveling north when she collided with a stand-up scooter traveling west. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors. The moped driver was ejected from her vehicle and sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. She was wearing a helmet, noted as 'Helmet Only (In-Line Skater/Bicyclist)' in the report. The stand-up scooter showed no damage, and no other injuries were reported. The data highlights the dangers of excessive speed and improper lane use leading to severe trauma for vulnerable road users.
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Elderly Pedestrian’s Head Crushed by Pickup on Albany Avenue▸Oct 4 - An 85-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue fell beneath a Ford pickup’s right front. Blood pooled as dusk settled. The truck’s force left him semiconscious, his head crushed, the street marked by violence and steel.
An 85-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound Ford pickup truck on Albany Avenue near Hawthorne Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the man was crossing without a signal when the vehicle’s right front quarter panel struck his head, causing crush injuries and leaving him semiconscious and bleeding on the pavement. The police narrative describes the scene: 'The truck’s right front crushed his head. He lay semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding into the dusk.' The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further details on driver behavior. The only mention of the pedestrian’s actions is that he was 'crossing, no signal, or crosswalk,' which is included after the account of the vehicle’s impact. The focus remains on the devastating outcome of the collision and the lethal force of the truck.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Eastern Parkway▸Sep 30 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers in the sedan, a child and an elderly woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash involved alcohol and following too closely, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 16:16. A taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also going east. The taxi driver, a licensed male, caused the collision by following too closely and was involved with alcohol. Two injured occupants in the sedan—a 5-year-old boy and a 69-year-old woman—suffered head injuries and whiplash. Both passengers were conscious and not ejected but were not using safety equipment. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the left front bumper of the sedan and the right rear bumper of the taxi. The report highlights driver errors as the cause without attributing fault to the passengers.
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Sedan Turning Left Hits Brooklyn Teen Pedestrian▸Sep 28 - A 15-year-old boy crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Empire Boulevard. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:54 PM on Empire Boulevard near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling south was making a left turn when it struck a 15-year-old male pedestrian crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock and complaining of pain or nausea. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing behavior. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan. This collision underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield at intersections.
Oct 4 - An 85-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue fell beneath a Ford pickup’s right front. Blood pooled as dusk settled. The truck’s force left him semiconscious, his head crushed, the street marked by violence and steel.
An 85-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound Ford pickup truck on Albany Avenue near Hawthorne Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the man was crossing without a signal when the vehicle’s right front quarter panel struck his head, causing crush injuries and leaving him semiconscious and bleeding on the pavement. The police narrative describes the scene: 'The truck’s right front crushed his head. He lay semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding into the dusk.' The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further details on driver behavior. The only mention of the pedestrian’s actions is that he was 'crossing, no signal, or crosswalk,' which is included after the account of the vehicle’s impact. The focus remains on the devastating outcome of the collision and the lethal force of the truck.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Eastern Parkway▸Sep 30 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers in the sedan, a child and an elderly woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash involved alcohol and following too closely, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 16:16. A taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also going east. The taxi driver, a licensed male, caused the collision by following too closely and was involved with alcohol. Two injured occupants in the sedan—a 5-year-old boy and a 69-year-old woman—suffered head injuries and whiplash. Both passengers were conscious and not ejected but were not using safety equipment. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the left front bumper of the sedan and the right rear bumper of the taxi. The report highlights driver errors as the cause without attributing fault to the passengers.
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Sedan Turning Left Hits Brooklyn Teen Pedestrian▸Sep 28 - A 15-year-old boy crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Empire Boulevard. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:54 PM on Empire Boulevard near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling south was making a left turn when it struck a 15-year-old male pedestrian crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock and complaining of pain or nausea. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing behavior. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan. This collision underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield at intersections.
Sep 30 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers in the sedan, a child and an elderly woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash involved alcohol and following too closely, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn at 16:16. A taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also going east. The taxi driver, a licensed male, caused the collision by following too closely and was involved with alcohol. Two injured occupants in the sedan—a 5-year-old boy and a 69-year-old woman—suffered head injuries and whiplash. Both passengers were conscious and not ejected but were not using safety equipment. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the left front bumper of the sedan and the right rear bumper of the taxi. The report highlights driver errors as the cause without attributing fault to the passengers.
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Sedan Turning Left Hits Brooklyn Teen Pedestrian▸Sep 28 - A 15-year-old boy crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Empire Boulevard. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:54 PM on Empire Boulevard near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling south was making a left turn when it struck a 15-year-old male pedestrian crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock and complaining of pain or nausea. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing behavior. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan. This collision underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield at intersections.
Sep 28 - A 15-year-old boy crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Empire Boulevard. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:54 PM on Empire Boulevard near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling south was making a left turn when it struck a 15-year-old male pedestrian crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock and complaining of pain or nausea. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing behavior. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan. This collision underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield at intersections.