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 10
▸ Crush Injuries 16
▸ Severe Bleeding 5
▸ Severe Lacerations 12
▸ Concussion 12
▸ Whiplash 72
▸ Contusion/Bruise 147
▸ Abrasion 79
▸ Pain/Nausea 36
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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Before dawn on Eastern Parkway, a woman died. The pattern is older than the night.
Brooklyn CB9: Jan 1, 2022 - Sep 27, 2025
Just after 5 AM on Sep 19, 2025, a 69‑year‑old woman walking near Eastern Parkway and Schenectady Avenue was hit and killed; police records note “view obstructed/limited” and an “oversized vehicle” in the crash report (NYC Open Data).
She was one of 10 people killed on Brooklyn Community Board 9 streets since Jan 1, 2022; 2,503 more were injured in 4,158 crashes, with 37 serious injuries recorded (NYC Open Data). Pedestrians account for 7 of the 10 deaths here, and 451 injuries (NYC Open Data).
This Month
- Sep 15: on Bedford Avenue at Fenimore Street, a driver in a BMW sedan passed southbound and injured a 32‑year‑old person on a bike (NYC Open Data).
- Sep 7: at Troy Avenue and Maple Street, police recorded failure to yield by the driver of an SUV; a 28‑year‑old pedestrian was injured at the intersection (NYC Open Data).
- Sep 3: at East New York Avenue and Schenectady Avenue, police recorded failure to yield by a sedan driver; a 37‑year‑old pedestrian was injured in the crosswalk (NYC Open Data).
The corridor keeps taking
Eastern Parkway is a repeating wound: 4 deaths and 309 injuries along its length in this district, the worst in the local rankings we analyzed (NYC Open Data). Utica Avenue and Nostrand Avenue also sit high on the board for harm (NYC Open Data).
Crashes cluster in the evening. The city’s own tallies here show deaths recorded around 6–8 PM, and again at 8 PM; one more before dawn at 5 AM—the hour of the woman killed at Eastern Parkway and Schenectady (NYC Open Data).
Police repeatedly log driver actions we can fix: failure to yield and inattention/distraction both appear in the district’s crash records and serious injuries (NYC Open Data).
What protects a crosswalk
Daylighting saves sightlines. A Council bill would ban standing or parking within 20 feet of crosswalks and require DOT to install barriers at 1,000 intersections a year. Council Member Rita C. Joseph is a co‑sponsor (NYC Council Legistar).
Protected turns and head starts keep people alive where drivers fail to yield. Target these to Eastern Parkway, Utica Avenue, and Nostrand Avenue. Use the crash maps already on file.
The worst drivers, the strongest tools
Albany has a bill to force speed limiters on repeat violators. The Stop Super Speeders Act—Senate file S 4045—would require intelligent speed assistance for drivers who rack up violations. State Senator Zellnor Myrie is listed as a co‑sponsor; he was marked “excused” on two June committee votes (Open States).
On a bike ride in Brooklyn, Myrie said, “We should be making this as easy as possible and as safe as possible for as many people as possible” (Streetsblog NYC). The street numbers here show what that promise must mean.
What must happen now
- Daylight the corners. Pass and fund Int 1138‑2024, then build the barriers on the worst blocks first (NYC Council Legistar).
- Slow every car by default. Use the city’s authority to lower speeds on local streets.
- Stop repeat speeders. Pass S 4045 and install the limiters on the cars that keep showing up in the data.
The woman killed before dawn is not coming home. The map already points to the next one. Take a step that stops it. Start here: take action with us.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ What changed on Eastern Parkway this month?
▸ How bad is traffic violence here?
▸ Where are the worst spots?
▸ Who represents this area and what have they done?
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-27
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- File Int 1138-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-12-05
- The Dave Colon Challenge: Zellnor Myrie Wants His Own Bike Now, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-16
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Brian Cunningham
District 43
Council Member Rita C. Joseph
District 40
State Senator Zellnor Myrie
District 20
▸ 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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SUV Driver, Motorcyclist Crash at Empire and Flatbush▸Sep 3 - A driver in an SUV and a motorcyclist crashed at Empire and Flatbush in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and hurt, with a leg fracture. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A driver in an SUV and a motorcyclist crashed at Empire Blvd and Flatbush Ave in Brooklyn. The 36-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a lower-leg fracture and dislocation. An 84-year-old passenger rode in the SUV; the 70-year-old SUV driver was listed as a driver. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded” was recorded as a contributing factor. Police listed other injuries for vehicle occupants as unspecified. Both drivers were reported going straight before impact. Damage was recorded to the front ends. The rider was the one who was injured.
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Driver Injured in Sterling Street Yield Crash▸Sep 1 - Two drivers collided at Sterling Street and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Police recorded Failure to Yield and Unsafe Speed. One driver suffered a head abrasion. A driver also hit a parked sedan.
Two drivers collided at Sterling Street and New York Avenue in Brooklyn at 6:45 p.m. One driver headed north, straight ahead. Another driver started from parking. A driver also hit a parked sedan. A 54-year-old male driver sustained a head abrasion and was conscious. Others were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved "Unsafe Speed, Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by drivers and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The report lists points of impact as left front quarter panel and right front bumper on the two moving sedans, and left rear bumper on the parked car.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Bicyclist on President Street▸Aug 31 - The driver of a taxi rear-ended a bicyclist at 1695 President St in Brooklyn. The 44-year-old rider fell and suffered an abrasion to his elbow. Police listed Following Too Closely and Driver Inattention/Distraction.
The driver of a taxi rear-ended a bicyclist traveling west on President Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 44-year-old man, was injured and remained conscious at the scene with an abrasion to his elbow/lower arm. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Following Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded those driver errors by the taxi driver. The taxi showed center front damage and the bicycle center back damage, consistent with a rear-end impact. The report lists the bicyclist as injured and conscious and records no other contributing factors.
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Right-turning sedan driver injures e-bike rider▸Aug 30 - At Winthrop St and Troy Ave, a driver in a sedan turned right and hit an 18-year-old on an e-bike. The rider was thrown. He took a blow to the chest. Police recorded Unsafe Speed in the crash.
According to the police report, a driver in a sedan was making a right turn at Winthrop St and Troy Ave in Brooklyn and hit an 18-year-old on an e-bike traveling west on Winthrop. The rider was ejected, remained conscious, and suffered a chest contusion. Police recorded Unsafe Speed as a contributing factor. Records list the sedan's travel direction as north and its right-front damage; the e-bike had center-front damage. The report lists the rider as injured and does not list additional contributing factors for the rider. The crash was logged at 6:42 p.m. under collision ID 4840274.
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SUV rear-ends stopped taxi on Flatbush▸Aug 29 - Southbound SUV plows into a stopped taxi on Flatbush. Back end crushed. Front end crumpled. Two people hurt. Night street. Brake lights ignored in the rush.
An SUV traveling south struck the rear of a stopped taxi at 524 Flatbush Ave in Brooklyn, injuring the SUV driver and front-seat passenger. According to the police report, the listed contributing factor was “Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.” The taxi was stopped in traffic and was hit in the center back end; the SUV showed center front-end damage. The data points to following too closely and improper attention by the SUV driver. No pedestrian or cyclist injuries were recorded. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The crash injured a 27-year-old male driver and a 28-year-old female passenger, both conscious at the scene.
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Rear-end crash injures three on Franklin▸Aug 25 - Two southbound sedans met hard on Franklin at Eastern Parkway. A rear-end hit. Three people hurt. Distraction named twice. The street took the blow. The cars wore it on their noses and tails.
Two southbound sedans collided on Franklin Ave at Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. The trailing car struck the lead car’s center back end, injuring the 47-year-old female driver and a 76-year-old rear passenger in the lead vehicle, and leaving one other person injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction” for both drivers. The impact points confirm a rear-end crash: center front-end damage to the trailing sedan and center back-end damage to the lead sedan. Driver errors listed: Driver Inattention/Distraction. Safety equipment use is noted in the data but follows the driver errors in significance.
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Left-turn BMW hits elder in crosswalk▸Aug 22 - Southbound BMW turned left off Eastern Parkway and struck an 80-year-old in the Franklin Avenue crosswalk. The man had the signal. The car’s nose took him down. Distraction and failure to yield at mid-day in Crown Heights.
An NJ-registered BMW sedan, traveling south and making a left turn at Eastern Parkway and Franklin Avenue, struck an 80-year-old pedestrian in the intersection. The man was crossing with the signal and was injured across his body. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Driver Inattention/Distraction” and “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The vehicle’s center front end was the point of impact. The driver was licensed; the report lists no injuries to the motorist. The data places the crash in the 71st Precinct in Brooklyn. The pedestrian’s status was recorded as conscious at the scene.
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SUV driver fails to yield, hits cyclist▸Aug 21 - A driver in an SUV failed to yield on Bedford Ave at Empire Blvd and hit a 21-year-old woman riding a bicycle. She fell and suffered a bruise to her arm. The SUV sustained left rear bumper damage.
A driver of a BMW SUV struck a 21-year-old woman riding a bicycle at Bedford Ave and Empire Blvd in Brooklyn. The rider was injured with an elbow/lower-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Data list that error for the SUV driver and for the crash overall. The report shows the SUV was parked pre-crash and the bike was traveling straight ahead. The SUV had left rear bumper damage. The report also notes the cyclist wore a helmet and that the SUV driver held a permit.
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SUV runs light, hits cyclist on Empire▸Aug 20 - An eastbound SUV blew a signal at Empire and Schenectady and struck a southbound cyclist. The rider went down hard. He suffered leg injuries. The driver kept going straight through control. Brooklyn pavement took the rest.
A southbound bicyclist and an eastbound SUV collided at Empire Blvd and Schenectady Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured with lower-leg trauma. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded” was a contributing factor, along with “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data list these driver errors for the SUV driver and also for the crash overall. The report identifies the SUV as a 2018 Toyota traveling east, striking while going straight. The bicyclist was going straight south. The listed factors show a driver ran a control and failed to pay attention, leading to impact. Safety equipment for the cyclist is marked “Unknown.”
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Van turns into cyclist on Empire▸Aug 15 - A Ford Transit cut left on Empire and hit a man on a bike. The crash snapped him down. He suffered back injuries. Police cite inattention and failure to yield. A helmet was noted after the van’s strike.
A Ford Transit van, turning left from Empire Blvd at Washington Ave in Brooklyn, struck a 57-year-old bicyclist, injuring his back. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Driver Inattention/Distraction” and “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The van showed front-end impact. The cyclist was listed as injured and conscious. Data list the van driver as licensed and making a left turn. The report also notes the bicyclist wore a helmet, but that comes after the driver errors. This crash underscores a left-turn conflict at Empire Boulevard and Washington Avenue, with the cyclist harmed and the motorist’s inattention and failure to yield cited by police.
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Unlicensed E-bike Right Turn Cuts Cyclist▸Aug 12 - The driver of an unlicensed e-bike turned right on Bedford Ave at Lincoln Rd and hit a cyclist going straight. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered severe facial lacerations. Police cited failure to yield.
The driver of an unlicensed e-bike made a right turn on Bedford Avenue at Lincoln Road and hit a cyclist who was traveling straight. The 34-year-old bicyclist was ejected and suffered severe facial lacerations; he remained conscious. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report records the point of impact as the e-bike’s center front end against the bicycle’s left front. The e-bike operator is listed as unlicensed. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
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Aggressive Driver Hits Elderly Pedestrian on Flatbush▸Aug 6 - A driver started from parking on Flatbush Ave and hit a 72-year-old man at Parkside Ave. The man suffered facial fractures and was conscious at the scene. Police cite aggressive driving and driver inattention.
A driver started from parking on Flatbush Ave at Parkside Ave and struck a 72-year-old pedestrian. The man sustained fractures to his face and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the crash involved "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle made contact with its left front bumper while traveling north; the pre-crash action is recorded as 'Starting from Parking' and the point of impact as 'Left Front Bumper.' Vehicle occupants were recorded as none and no vehicle damage was reported. Police list aggressive driving and driver distraction as contributing factors.
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Driver hits man at Crown and Rogers intersection▸Aug 4 - A northbound driver going straight hit a man in the Crown Street and Rogers Avenue intersection. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic control disregarded by the driver. The man suffered crush injuries to his face and stayed conscious.
A 43-year-old man was hurt while crossing at Crown Street and Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a northbound driver going straight hit him in the intersection. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Traffic Control Disregarded by the driver as contributing factors. The man suffered crush injuries to his face and remained conscious at the scene. No details were provided about the vehicle type, registration, or the driver. The report places the man in the intersection at the time of impact.
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SUV Rear-ender on Rogers Ave Injures Driver▸Jul 31 - Two SUVs collided on Rogers Ave at Lefferts. A 41-year-old driver suffered a back contusion. Police recorded 'Following Too Closely.' One driver was conscious and restrained. Metal hit metal. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles traveling north on Rogers Avenue at Lefferts Avenue collided when the left front bumper of one struck the center back end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver was injured, reported conscious with a back contusion and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' Police listed Following Too Closely as the contributing factor for the injured occupant. Both vehicles were going straight ahead when the collision occurred. The injured driver was recorded as wearing a lap belt and harness; no other contributing factors were listed.
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Bus Driver Hits Woman at Flatbush, Lincoln▸Jul 29 - A bus driver turned right at Flatbush and Lincoln and hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection. She suffered bruises and stayed conscious. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and an obstructed view.
A bus driver making a right turn at Flatbush Avenue and Lincoln Road hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection at 10:25 p.m. She suffered bruises to her entire body and stayed conscious. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right of way and had a limited or obstructed view. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "View Obstructed/Limited" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the bus. The crash occurred in Brooklyn, within the 71st Precinct.
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Passenger Opens Sedan Door, Scooter Driver Injured▸Jul 25 - A parked sedan's right-side door opened into a scooter rider on Kingston Avenue. The 35-year-old scooter driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. Police cited passenger distraction.
According to the police report, a parked sedan and a standing scooter collided when the sedan's right-side door opened into the scooter's path on Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 35-year-old man, was treated for a contusion to his elbow/lower arm/hand and remained conscious. The report lists the sedan as parked and the scooter as going straight; the point of impact was the sedan's right side doors. Police list 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported.
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Driver Inattention and Glare Injure Six in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 22 - Two sedans collided on Fenimore Street. Glare and driver inattention struck hard. Six people hurt, most of them children. Metal twisted. Whiplash and fear lingered in the summer night.
A crash involving two sedans on Fenimore Street in Brooklyn left six people injured, including four children and two adults. According to the police report, 'Glare' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. The driver, a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Four children, ages 4, 6, 11, and 14, were passengers and sustained unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention and glare as key causes. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Eastern Parkway▸Jul 22 - A 10-year-old boy lay unconscious after an SUV hit him on Eastern Parkway. The crash left him with head and crush injuries. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A 10-year-old pedestrian suffered head and crush injuries after being struck by a station wagon/SUV on Eastern Parkway at Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing outside a signal or crosswalk when the westbound SUV hit him with its left front bumper. The boy was found unconscious at the scene. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
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Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
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E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
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Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
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FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
Sep 3 - A driver in an SUV and a motorcyclist crashed at Empire and Flatbush in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and hurt, with a leg fracture. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A driver in an SUV and a motorcyclist crashed at Empire Blvd and Flatbush Ave in Brooklyn. The 36-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a lower-leg fracture and dislocation. An 84-year-old passenger rode in the SUV; the 70-year-old SUV driver was listed as a driver. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded” was recorded as a contributing factor. Police listed other injuries for vehicle occupants as unspecified. Both drivers were reported going straight before impact. Damage was recorded to the front ends. The rider was the one who was injured.
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Driver Injured in Sterling Street Yield Crash▸Sep 1 - Two drivers collided at Sterling Street and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Police recorded Failure to Yield and Unsafe Speed. One driver suffered a head abrasion. A driver also hit a parked sedan.
Two drivers collided at Sterling Street and New York Avenue in Brooklyn at 6:45 p.m. One driver headed north, straight ahead. Another driver started from parking. A driver also hit a parked sedan. A 54-year-old male driver sustained a head abrasion and was conscious. Others were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved "Unsafe Speed, Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by drivers and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The report lists points of impact as left front quarter panel and right front bumper on the two moving sedans, and left rear bumper on the parked car.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Bicyclist on President Street▸Aug 31 - The driver of a taxi rear-ended a bicyclist at 1695 President St in Brooklyn. The 44-year-old rider fell and suffered an abrasion to his elbow. Police listed Following Too Closely and Driver Inattention/Distraction.
The driver of a taxi rear-ended a bicyclist traveling west on President Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 44-year-old man, was injured and remained conscious at the scene with an abrasion to his elbow/lower arm. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Following Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded those driver errors by the taxi driver. The taxi showed center front damage and the bicycle center back damage, consistent with a rear-end impact. The report lists the bicyclist as injured and conscious and records no other contributing factors.
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Right-turning sedan driver injures e-bike rider▸Aug 30 - At Winthrop St and Troy Ave, a driver in a sedan turned right and hit an 18-year-old on an e-bike. The rider was thrown. He took a blow to the chest. Police recorded Unsafe Speed in the crash.
According to the police report, a driver in a sedan was making a right turn at Winthrop St and Troy Ave in Brooklyn and hit an 18-year-old on an e-bike traveling west on Winthrop. The rider was ejected, remained conscious, and suffered a chest contusion. Police recorded Unsafe Speed as a contributing factor. Records list the sedan's travel direction as north and its right-front damage; the e-bike had center-front damage. The report lists the rider as injured and does not list additional contributing factors for the rider. The crash was logged at 6:42 p.m. under collision ID 4840274.
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SUV rear-ends stopped taxi on Flatbush▸Aug 29 - Southbound SUV plows into a stopped taxi on Flatbush. Back end crushed. Front end crumpled. Two people hurt. Night street. Brake lights ignored in the rush.
An SUV traveling south struck the rear of a stopped taxi at 524 Flatbush Ave in Brooklyn, injuring the SUV driver and front-seat passenger. According to the police report, the listed contributing factor was “Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.” The taxi was stopped in traffic and was hit in the center back end; the SUV showed center front-end damage. The data points to following too closely and improper attention by the SUV driver. No pedestrian or cyclist injuries were recorded. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The crash injured a 27-year-old male driver and a 28-year-old female passenger, both conscious at the scene.
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Rear-end crash injures three on Franklin▸Aug 25 - Two southbound sedans met hard on Franklin at Eastern Parkway. A rear-end hit. Three people hurt. Distraction named twice. The street took the blow. The cars wore it on their noses and tails.
Two southbound sedans collided on Franklin Ave at Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. The trailing car struck the lead car’s center back end, injuring the 47-year-old female driver and a 76-year-old rear passenger in the lead vehicle, and leaving one other person injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction” for both drivers. The impact points confirm a rear-end crash: center front-end damage to the trailing sedan and center back-end damage to the lead sedan. Driver errors listed: Driver Inattention/Distraction. Safety equipment use is noted in the data but follows the driver errors in significance.
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Left-turn BMW hits elder in crosswalk▸Aug 22 - Southbound BMW turned left off Eastern Parkway and struck an 80-year-old in the Franklin Avenue crosswalk. The man had the signal. The car’s nose took him down. Distraction and failure to yield at mid-day in Crown Heights.
An NJ-registered BMW sedan, traveling south and making a left turn at Eastern Parkway and Franklin Avenue, struck an 80-year-old pedestrian in the intersection. The man was crossing with the signal and was injured across his body. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Driver Inattention/Distraction” and “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The vehicle’s center front end was the point of impact. The driver was licensed; the report lists no injuries to the motorist. The data places the crash in the 71st Precinct in Brooklyn. The pedestrian’s status was recorded as conscious at the scene.
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SUV driver fails to yield, hits cyclist▸Aug 21 - A driver in an SUV failed to yield on Bedford Ave at Empire Blvd and hit a 21-year-old woman riding a bicycle. She fell and suffered a bruise to her arm. The SUV sustained left rear bumper damage.
A driver of a BMW SUV struck a 21-year-old woman riding a bicycle at Bedford Ave and Empire Blvd in Brooklyn. The rider was injured with an elbow/lower-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Data list that error for the SUV driver and for the crash overall. The report shows the SUV was parked pre-crash and the bike was traveling straight ahead. The SUV had left rear bumper damage. The report also notes the cyclist wore a helmet and that the SUV driver held a permit.
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SUV runs light, hits cyclist on Empire▸Aug 20 - An eastbound SUV blew a signal at Empire and Schenectady and struck a southbound cyclist. The rider went down hard. He suffered leg injuries. The driver kept going straight through control. Brooklyn pavement took the rest.
A southbound bicyclist and an eastbound SUV collided at Empire Blvd and Schenectady Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured with lower-leg trauma. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded” was a contributing factor, along with “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data list these driver errors for the SUV driver and also for the crash overall. The report identifies the SUV as a 2018 Toyota traveling east, striking while going straight. The bicyclist was going straight south. The listed factors show a driver ran a control and failed to pay attention, leading to impact. Safety equipment for the cyclist is marked “Unknown.”
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Van turns into cyclist on Empire▸Aug 15 - A Ford Transit cut left on Empire and hit a man on a bike. The crash snapped him down. He suffered back injuries. Police cite inattention and failure to yield. A helmet was noted after the van’s strike.
A Ford Transit van, turning left from Empire Blvd at Washington Ave in Brooklyn, struck a 57-year-old bicyclist, injuring his back. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Driver Inattention/Distraction” and “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The van showed front-end impact. The cyclist was listed as injured and conscious. Data list the van driver as licensed and making a left turn. The report also notes the bicyclist wore a helmet, but that comes after the driver errors. This crash underscores a left-turn conflict at Empire Boulevard and Washington Avenue, with the cyclist harmed and the motorist’s inattention and failure to yield cited by police.
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Unlicensed E-bike Right Turn Cuts Cyclist▸Aug 12 - The driver of an unlicensed e-bike turned right on Bedford Ave at Lincoln Rd and hit a cyclist going straight. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered severe facial lacerations. Police cited failure to yield.
The driver of an unlicensed e-bike made a right turn on Bedford Avenue at Lincoln Road and hit a cyclist who was traveling straight. The 34-year-old bicyclist was ejected and suffered severe facial lacerations; he remained conscious. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report records the point of impact as the e-bike’s center front end against the bicycle’s left front. The e-bike operator is listed as unlicensed. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
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Aggressive Driver Hits Elderly Pedestrian on Flatbush▸Aug 6 - A driver started from parking on Flatbush Ave and hit a 72-year-old man at Parkside Ave. The man suffered facial fractures and was conscious at the scene. Police cite aggressive driving and driver inattention.
A driver started from parking on Flatbush Ave at Parkside Ave and struck a 72-year-old pedestrian. The man sustained fractures to his face and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the crash involved "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle made contact with its left front bumper while traveling north; the pre-crash action is recorded as 'Starting from Parking' and the point of impact as 'Left Front Bumper.' Vehicle occupants were recorded as none and no vehicle damage was reported. Police list aggressive driving and driver distraction as contributing factors.
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Driver hits man at Crown and Rogers intersection▸Aug 4 - A northbound driver going straight hit a man in the Crown Street and Rogers Avenue intersection. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic control disregarded by the driver. The man suffered crush injuries to his face and stayed conscious.
A 43-year-old man was hurt while crossing at Crown Street and Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a northbound driver going straight hit him in the intersection. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Traffic Control Disregarded by the driver as contributing factors. The man suffered crush injuries to his face and remained conscious at the scene. No details were provided about the vehicle type, registration, or the driver. The report places the man in the intersection at the time of impact.
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SUV Rear-ender on Rogers Ave Injures Driver▸Jul 31 - Two SUVs collided on Rogers Ave at Lefferts. A 41-year-old driver suffered a back contusion. Police recorded 'Following Too Closely.' One driver was conscious and restrained. Metal hit metal. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles traveling north on Rogers Avenue at Lefferts Avenue collided when the left front bumper of one struck the center back end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver was injured, reported conscious with a back contusion and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' Police listed Following Too Closely as the contributing factor for the injured occupant. Both vehicles were going straight ahead when the collision occurred. The injured driver was recorded as wearing a lap belt and harness; no other contributing factors were listed.
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Bus Driver Hits Woman at Flatbush, Lincoln▸Jul 29 - A bus driver turned right at Flatbush and Lincoln and hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection. She suffered bruises and stayed conscious. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and an obstructed view.
A bus driver making a right turn at Flatbush Avenue and Lincoln Road hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection at 10:25 p.m. She suffered bruises to her entire body and stayed conscious. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right of way and had a limited or obstructed view. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "View Obstructed/Limited" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the bus. The crash occurred in Brooklyn, within the 71st Precinct.
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Passenger Opens Sedan Door, Scooter Driver Injured▸Jul 25 - A parked sedan's right-side door opened into a scooter rider on Kingston Avenue. The 35-year-old scooter driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. Police cited passenger distraction.
According to the police report, a parked sedan and a standing scooter collided when the sedan's right-side door opened into the scooter's path on Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 35-year-old man, was treated for a contusion to his elbow/lower arm/hand and remained conscious. The report lists the sedan as parked and the scooter as going straight; the point of impact was the sedan's right side doors. Police list 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported.
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Driver Inattention and Glare Injure Six in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 22 - Two sedans collided on Fenimore Street. Glare and driver inattention struck hard. Six people hurt, most of them children. Metal twisted. Whiplash and fear lingered in the summer night.
A crash involving two sedans on Fenimore Street in Brooklyn left six people injured, including four children and two adults. According to the police report, 'Glare' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. The driver, a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Four children, ages 4, 6, 11, and 14, were passengers and sustained unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention and glare as key causes. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Eastern Parkway▸Jul 22 - A 10-year-old boy lay unconscious after an SUV hit him on Eastern Parkway. The crash left him with head and crush injuries. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A 10-year-old pedestrian suffered head and crush injuries after being struck by a station wagon/SUV on Eastern Parkway at Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing outside a signal or crosswalk when the westbound SUV hit him with its left front bumper. The boy was found unconscious at the scene. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
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Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
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E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
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Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
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FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
Sep 1 - Two drivers collided at Sterling Street and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Police recorded Failure to Yield and Unsafe Speed. One driver suffered a head abrasion. A driver also hit a parked sedan.
Two drivers collided at Sterling Street and New York Avenue in Brooklyn at 6:45 p.m. One driver headed north, straight ahead. Another driver started from parking. A driver also hit a parked sedan. A 54-year-old male driver sustained a head abrasion and was conscious. Others were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved "Unsafe Speed, Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by drivers and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The report lists points of impact as left front quarter panel and right front bumper on the two moving sedans, and left rear bumper on the parked car.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Bicyclist on President Street▸Aug 31 - The driver of a taxi rear-ended a bicyclist at 1695 President St in Brooklyn. The 44-year-old rider fell and suffered an abrasion to his elbow. Police listed Following Too Closely and Driver Inattention/Distraction.
The driver of a taxi rear-ended a bicyclist traveling west on President Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 44-year-old man, was injured and remained conscious at the scene with an abrasion to his elbow/lower arm. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Following Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded those driver errors by the taxi driver. The taxi showed center front damage and the bicycle center back damage, consistent with a rear-end impact. The report lists the bicyclist as injured and conscious and records no other contributing factors.
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Right-turning sedan driver injures e-bike rider▸Aug 30 - At Winthrop St and Troy Ave, a driver in a sedan turned right and hit an 18-year-old on an e-bike. The rider was thrown. He took a blow to the chest. Police recorded Unsafe Speed in the crash.
According to the police report, a driver in a sedan was making a right turn at Winthrop St and Troy Ave in Brooklyn and hit an 18-year-old on an e-bike traveling west on Winthrop. The rider was ejected, remained conscious, and suffered a chest contusion. Police recorded Unsafe Speed as a contributing factor. Records list the sedan's travel direction as north and its right-front damage; the e-bike had center-front damage. The report lists the rider as injured and does not list additional contributing factors for the rider. The crash was logged at 6:42 p.m. under collision ID 4840274.
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SUV rear-ends stopped taxi on Flatbush▸Aug 29 - Southbound SUV plows into a stopped taxi on Flatbush. Back end crushed. Front end crumpled. Two people hurt. Night street. Brake lights ignored in the rush.
An SUV traveling south struck the rear of a stopped taxi at 524 Flatbush Ave in Brooklyn, injuring the SUV driver and front-seat passenger. According to the police report, the listed contributing factor was “Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.” The taxi was stopped in traffic and was hit in the center back end; the SUV showed center front-end damage. The data points to following too closely and improper attention by the SUV driver. No pedestrian or cyclist injuries were recorded. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The crash injured a 27-year-old male driver and a 28-year-old female passenger, both conscious at the scene.
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Rear-end crash injures three on Franklin▸Aug 25 - Two southbound sedans met hard on Franklin at Eastern Parkway. A rear-end hit. Three people hurt. Distraction named twice. The street took the blow. The cars wore it on their noses and tails.
Two southbound sedans collided on Franklin Ave at Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. The trailing car struck the lead car’s center back end, injuring the 47-year-old female driver and a 76-year-old rear passenger in the lead vehicle, and leaving one other person injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction” for both drivers. The impact points confirm a rear-end crash: center front-end damage to the trailing sedan and center back-end damage to the lead sedan. Driver errors listed: Driver Inattention/Distraction. Safety equipment use is noted in the data but follows the driver errors in significance.
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Left-turn BMW hits elder in crosswalk▸Aug 22 - Southbound BMW turned left off Eastern Parkway and struck an 80-year-old in the Franklin Avenue crosswalk. The man had the signal. The car’s nose took him down. Distraction and failure to yield at mid-day in Crown Heights.
An NJ-registered BMW sedan, traveling south and making a left turn at Eastern Parkway and Franklin Avenue, struck an 80-year-old pedestrian in the intersection. The man was crossing with the signal and was injured across his body. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Driver Inattention/Distraction” and “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The vehicle’s center front end was the point of impact. The driver was licensed; the report lists no injuries to the motorist. The data places the crash in the 71st Precinct in Brooklyn. The pedestrian’s status was recorded as conscious at the scene.
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SUV driver fails to yield, hits cyclist▸Aug 21 - A driver in an SUV failed to yield on Bedford Ave at Empire Blvd and hit a 21-year-old woman riding a bicycle. She fell and suffered a bruise to her arm. The SUV sustained left rear bumper damage.
A driver of a BMW SUV struck a 21-year-old woman riding a bicycle at Bedford Ave and Empire Blvd in Brooklyn. The rider was injured with an elbow/lower-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Data list that error for the SUV driver and for the crash overall. The report shows the SUV was parked pre-crash and the bike was traveling straight ahead. The SUV had left rear bumper damage. The report also notes the cyclist wore a helmet and that the SUV driver held a permit.
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SUV runs light, hits cyclist on Empire▸Aug 20 - An eastbound SUV blew a signal at Empire and Schenectady and struck a southbound cyclist. The rider went down hard. He suffered leg injuries. The driver kept going straight through control. Brooklyn pavement took the rest.
A southbound bicyclist and an eastbound SUV collided at Empire Blvd and Schenectady Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured with lower-leg trauma. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded” was a contributing factor, along with “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data list these driver errors for the SUV driver and also for the crash overall. The report identifies the SUV as a 2018 Toyota traveling east, striking while going straight. The bicyclist was going straight south. The listed factors show a driver ran a control and failed to pay attention, leading to impact. Safety equipment for the cyclist is marked “Unknown.”
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Van turns into cyclist on Empire▸Aug 15 - A Ford Transit cut left on Empire and hit a man on a bike. The crash snapped him down. He suffered back injuries. Police cite inattention and failure to yield. A helmet was noted after the van’s strike.
A Ford Transit van, turning left from Empire Blvd at Washington Ave in Brooklyn, struck a 57-year-old bicyclist, injuring his back. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Driver Inattention/Distraction” and “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The van showed front-end impact. The cyclist was listed as injured and conscious. Data list the van driver as licensed and making a left turn. The report also notes the bicyclist wore a helmet, but that comes after the driver errors. This crash underscores a left-turn conflict at Empire Boulevard and Washington Avenue, with the cyclist harmed and the motorist’s inattention and failure to yield cited by police.
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Unlicensed E-bike Right Turn Cuts Cyclist▸Aug 12 - The driver of an unlicensed e-bike turned right on Bedford Ave at Lincoln Rd and hit a cyclist going straight. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered severe facial lacerations. Police cited failure to yield.
The driver of an unlicensed e-bike made a right turn on Bedford Avenue at Lincoln Road and hit a cyclist who was traveling straight. The 34-year-old bicyclist was ejected and suffered severe facial lacerations; he remained conscious. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report records the point of impact as the e-bike’s center front end against the bicycle’s left front. The e-bike operator is listed as unlicensed. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
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Aggressive Driver Hits Elderly Pedestrian on Flatbush▸Aug 6 - A driver started from parking on Flatbush Ave and hit a 72-year-old man at Parkside Ave. The man suffered facial fractures and was conscious at the scene. Police cite aggressive driving and driver inattention.
A driver started from parking on Flatbush Ave at Parkside Ave and struck a 72-year-old pedestrian. The man sustained fractures to his face and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the crash involved "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle made contact with its left front bumper while traveling north; the pre-crash action is recorded as 'Starting from Parking' and the point of impact as 'Left Front Bumper.' Vehicle occupants were recorded as none and no vehicle damage was reported. Police list aggressive driving and driver distraction as contributing factors.
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Driver hits man at Crown and Rogers intersection▸Aug 4 - A northbound driver going straight hit a man in the Crown Street and Rogers Avenue intersection. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic control disregarded by the driver. The man suffered crush injuries to his face and stayed conscious.
A 43-year-old man was hurt while crossing at Crown Street and Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a northbound driver going straight hit him in the intersection. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Traffic Control Disregarded by the driver as contributing factors. The man suffered crush injuries to his face and remained conscious at the scene. No details were provided about the vehicle type, registration, or the driver. The report places the man in the intersection at the time of impact.
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SUV Rear-ender on Rogers Ave Injures Driver▸Jul 31 - Two SUVs collided on Rogers Ave at Lefferts. A 41-year-old driver suffered a back contusion. Police recorded 'Following Too Closely.' One driver was conscious and restrained. Metal hit metal. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles traveling north on Rogers Avenue at Lefferts Avenue collided when the left front bumper of one struck the center back end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver was injured, reported conscious with a back contusion and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' Police listed Following Too Closely as the contributing factor for the injured occupant. Both vehicles were going straight ahead when the collision occurred. The injured driver was recorded as wearing a lap belt and harness; no other contributing factors were listed.
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Bus Driver Hits Woman at Flatbush, Lincoln▸Jul 29 - A bus driver turned right at Flatbush and Lincoln and hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection. She suffered bruises and stayed conscious. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and an obstructed view.
A bus driver making a right turn at Flatbush Avenue and Lincoln Road hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection at 10:25 p.m. She suffered bruises to her entire body and stayed conscious. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right of way and had a limited or obstructed view. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "View Obstructed/Limited" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the bus. The crash occurred in Brooklyn, within the 71st Precinct.
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Passenger Opens Sedan Door, Scooter Driver Injured▸Jul 25 - A parked sedan's right-side door opened into a scooter rider on Kingston Avenue. The 35-year-old scooter driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. Police cited passenger distraction.
According to the police report, a parked sedan and a standing scooter collided when the sedan's right-side door opened into the scooter's path on Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 35-year-old man, was treated for a contusion to his elbow/lower arm/hand and remained conscious. The report lists the sedan as parked and the scooter as going straight; the point of impact was the sedan's right side doors. Police list 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported.
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Driver Inattention and Glare Injure Six in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 22 - Two sedans collided on Fenimore Street. Glare and driver inattention struck hard. Six people hurt, most of them children. Metal twisted. Whiplash and fear lingered in the summer night.
A crash involving two sedans on Fenimore Street in Brooklyn left six people injured, including four children and two adults. According to the police report, 'Glare' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. The driver, a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Four children, ages 4, 6, 11, and 14, were passengers and sustained unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention and glare as key causes. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Eastern Parkway▸Jul 22 - A 10-year-old boy lay unconscious after an SUV hit him on Eastern Parkway. The crash left him with head and crush injuries. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A 10-year-old pedestrian suffered head and crush injuries after being struck by a station wagon/SUV on Eastern Parkway at Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing outside a signal or crosswalk when the westbound SUV hit him with its left front bumper. The boy was found unconscious at the scene. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
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Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
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E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
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Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
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FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
Aug 31 - The driver of a taxi rear-ended a bicyclist at 1695 President St in Brooklyn. The 44-year-old rider fell and suffered an abrasion to his elbow. Police listed Following Too Closely and Driver Inattention/Distraction.
The driver of a taxi rear-ended a bicyclist traveling west on President Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 44-year-old man, was injured and remained conscious at the scene with an abrasion to his elbow/lower arm. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Following Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded those driver errors by the taxi driver. The taxi showed center front damage and the bicycle center back damage, consistent with a rear-end impact. The report lists the bicyclist as injured and conscious and records no other contributing factors.
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Right-turning sedan driver injures e-bike rider▸Aug 30 - At Winthrop St and Troy Ave, a driver in a sedan turned right and hit an 18-year-old on an e-bike. The rider was thrown. He took a blow to the chest. Police recorded Unsafe Speed in the crash.
According to the police report, a driver in a sedan was making a right turn at Winthrop St and Troy Ave in Brooklyn and hit an 18-year-old on an e-bike traveling west on Winthrop. The rider was ejected, remained conscious, and suffered a chest contusion. Police recorded Unsafe Speed as a contributing factor. Records list the sedan's travel direction as north and its right-front damage; the e-bike had center-front damage. The report lists the rider as injured and does not list additional contributing factors for the rider. The crash was logged at 6:42 p.m. under collision ID 4840274.
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SUV rear-ends stopped taxi on Flatbush▸Aug 29 - Southbound SUV plows into a stopped taxi on Flatbush. Back end crushed. Front end crumpled. Two people hurt. Night street. Brake lights ignored in the rush.
An SUV traveling south struck the rear of a stopped taxi at 524 Flatbush Ave in Brooklyn, injuring the SUV driver and front-seat passenger. According to the police report, the listed contributing factor was “Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.” The taxi was stopped in traffic and was hit in the center back end; the SUV showed center front-end damage. The data points to following too closely and improper attention by the SUV driver. No pedestrian or cyclist injuries were recorded. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The crash injured a 27-year-old male driver and a 28-year-old female passenger, both conscious at the scene.
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Rear-end crash injures three on Franklin▸Aug 25 - Two southbound sedans met hard on Franklin at Eastern Parkway. A rear-end hit. Three people hurt. Distraction named twice. The street took the blow. The cars wore it on their noses and tails.
Two southbound sedans collided on Franklin Ave at Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. The trailing car struck the lead car’s center back end, injuring the 47-year-old female driver and a 76-year-old rear passenger in the lead vehicle, and leaving one other person injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction” for both drivers. The impact points confirm a rear-end crash: center front-end damage to the trailing sedan and center back-end damage to the lead sedan. Driver errors listed: Driver Inattention/Distraction. Safety equipment use is noted in the data but follows the driver errors in significance.
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Left-turn BMW hits elder in crosswalk▸Aug 22 - Southbound BMW turned left off Eastern Parkway and struck an 80-year-old in the Franklin Avenue crosswalk. The man had the signal. The car’s nose took him down. Distraction and failure to yield at mid-day in Crown Heights.
An NJ-registered BMW sedan, traveling south and making a left turn at Eastern Parkway and Franklin Avenue, struck an 80-year-old pedestrian in the intersection. The man was crossing with the signal and was injured across his body. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Driver Inattention/Distraction” and “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The vehicle’s center front end was the point of impact. The driver was licensed; the report lists no injuries to the motorist. The data places the crash in the 71st Precinct in Brooklyn. The pedestrian’s status was recorded as conscious at the scene.
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SUV driver fails to yield, hits cyclist▸Aug 21 - A driver in an SUV failed to yield on Bedford Ave at Empire Blvd and hit a 21-year-old woman riding a bicycle. She fell and suffered a bruise to her arm. The SUV sustained left rear bumper damage.
A driver of a BMW SUV struck a 21-year-old woman riding a bicycle at Bedford Ave and Empire Blvd in Brooklyn. The rider was injured with an elbow/lower-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Data list that error for the SUV driver and for the crash overall. The report shows the SUV was parked pre-crash and the bike was traveling straight ahead. The SUV had left rear bumper damage. The report also notes the cyclist wore a helmet and that the SUV driver held a permit.
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SUV runs light, hits cyclist on Empire▸Aug 20 - An eastbound SUV blew a signal at Empire and Schenectady and struck a southbound cyclist. The rider went down hard. He suffered leg injuries. The driver kept going straight through control. Brooklyn pavement took the rest.
A southbound bicyclist and an eastbound SUV collided at Empire Blvd and Schenectady Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured with lower-leg trauma. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded” was a contributing factor, along with “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data list these driver errors for the SUV driver and also for the crash overall. The report identifies the SUV as a 2018 Toyota traveling east, striking while going straight. The bicyclist was going straight south. The listed factors show a driver ran a control and failed to pay attention, leading to impact. Safety equipment for the cyclist is marked “Unknown.”
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Van turns into cyclist on Empire▸Aug 15 - A Ford Transit cut left on Empire and hit a man on a bike. The crash snapped him down. He suffered back injuries. Police cite inattention and failure to yield. A helmet was noted after the van’s strike.
A Ford Transit van, turning left from Empire Blvd at Washington Ave in Brooklyn, struck a 57-year-old bicyclist, injuring his back. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Driver Inattention/Distraction” and “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The van showed front-end impact. The cyclist was listed as injured and conscious. Data list the van driver as licensed and making a left turn. The report also notes the bicyclist wore a helmet, but that comes after the driver errors. This crash underscores a left-turn conflict at Empire Boulevard and Washington Avenue, with the cyclist harmed and the motorist’s inattention and failure to yield cited by police.
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Unlicensed E-bike Right Turn Cuts Cyclist▸Aug 12 - The driver of an unlicensed e-bike turned right on Bedford Ave at Lincoln Rd and hit a cyclist going straight. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered severe facial lacerations. Police cited failure to yield.
The driver of an unlicensed e-bike made a right turn on Bedford Avenue at Lincoln Road and hit a cyclist who was traveling straight. The 34-year-old bicyclist was ejected and suffered severe facial lacerations; he remained conscious. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report records the point of impact as the e-bike’s center front end against the bicycle’s left front. The e-bike operator is listed as unlicensed. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
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Aggressive Driver Hits Elderly Pedestrian on Flatbush▸Aug 6 - A driver started from parking on Flatbush Ave and hit a 72-year-old man at Parkside Ave. The man suffered facial fractures and was conscious at the scene. Police cite aggressive driving and driver inattention.
A driver started from parking on Flatbush Ave at Parkside Ave and struck a 72-year-old pedestrian. The man sustained fractures to his face and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the crash involved "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle made contact with its left front bumper while traveling north; the pre-crash action is recorded as 'Starting from Parking' and the point of impact as 'Left Front Bumper.' Vehicle occupants were recorded as none and no vehicle damage was reported. Police list aggressive driving and driver distraction as contributing factors.
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Driver hits man at Crown and Rogers intersection▸Aug 4 - A northbound driver going straight hit a man in the Crown Street and Rogers Avenue intersection. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic control disregarded by the driver. The man suffered crush injuries to his face and stayed conscious.
A 43-year-old man was hurt while crossing at Crown Street and Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a northbound driver going straight hit him in the intersection. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Traffic Control Disregarded by the driver as contributing factors. The man suffered crush injuries to his face and remained conscious at the scene. No details were provided about the vehicle type, registration, or the driver. The report places the man in the intersection at the time of impact.
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SUV Rear-ender on Rogers Ave Injures Driver▸Jul 31 - Two SUVs collided on Rogers Ave at Lefferts. A 41-year-old driver suffered a back contusion. Police recorded 'Following Too Closely.' One driver was conscious and restrained. Metal hit metal. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles traveling north on Rogers Avenue at Lefferts Avenue collided when the left front bumper of one struck the center back end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver was injured, reported conscious with a back contusion and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' Police listed Following Too Closely as the contributing factor for the injured occupant. Both vehicles were going straight ahead when the collision occurred. The injured driver was recorded as wearing a lap belt and harness; no other contributing factors were listed.
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Bus Driver Hits Woman at Flatbush, Lincoln▸Jul 29 - A bus driver turned right at Flatbush and Lincoln and hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection. She suffered bruises and stayed conscious. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and an obstructed view.
A bus driver making a right turn at Flatbush Avenue and Lincoln Road hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection at 10:25 p.m. She suffered bruises to her entire body and stayed conscious. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right of way and had a limited or obstructed view. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "View Obstructed/Limited" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the bus. The crash occurred in Brooklyn, within the 71st Precinct.
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Passenger Opens Sedan Door, Scooter Driver Injured▸Jul 25 - A parked sedan's right-side door opened into a scooter rider on Kingston Avenue. The 35-year-old scooter driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. Police cited passenger distraction.
According to the police report, a parked sedan and a standing scooter collided when the sedan's right-side door opened into the scooter's path on Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 35-year-old man, was treated for a contusion to his elbow/lower arm/hand and remained conscious. The report lists the sedan as parked and the scooter as going straight; the point of impact was the sedan's right side doors. Police list 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported.
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Driver Inattention and Glare Injure Six in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 22 - Two sedans collided on Fenimore Street. Glare and driver inattention struck hard. Six people hurt, most of them children. Metal twisted. Whiplash and fear lingered in the summer night.
A crash involving two sedans on Fenimore Street in Brooklyn left six people injured, including four children and two adults. According to the police report, 'Glare' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. The driver, a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Four children, ages 4, 6, 11, and 14, were passengers and sustained unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention and glare as key causes. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Eastern Parkway▸Jul 22 - A 10-year-old boy lay unconscious after an SUV hit him on Eastern Parkway. The crash left him with head and crush injuries. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A 10-year-old pedestrian suffered head and crush injuries after being struck by a station wagon/SUV on Eastern Parkway at Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing outside a signal or crosswalk when the westbound SUV hit him with its left front bumper. The boy was found unconscious at the scene. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
22
Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
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E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
17
Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
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FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
Aug 30 - At Winthrop St and Troy Ave, a driver in a sedan turned right and hit an 18-year-old on an e-bike. The rider was thrown. He took a blow to the chest. Police recorded Unsafe Speed in the crash.
According to the police report, a driver in a sedan was making a right turn at Winthrop St and Troy Ave in Brooklyn and hit an 18-year-old on an e-bike traveling west on Winthrop. The rider was ejected, remained conscious, and suffered a chest contusion. Police recorded Unsafe Speed as a contributing factor. Records list the sedan's travel direction as north and its right-front damage; the e-bike had center-front damage. The report lists the rider as injured and does not list additional contributing factors for the rider. The crash was logged at 6:42 p.m. under collision ID 4840274.
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SUV rear-ends stopped taxi on Flatbush▸Aug 29 - Southbound SUV plows into a stopped taxi on Flatbush. Back end crushed. Front end crumpled. Two people hurt. Night street. Brake lights ignored in the rush.
An SUV traveling south struck the rear of a stopped taxi at 524 Flatbush Ave in Brooklyn, injuring the SUV driver and front-seat passenger. According to the police report, the listed contributing factor was “Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.” The taxi was stopped in traffic and was hit in the center back end; the SUV showed center front-end damage. The data points to following too closely and improper attention by the SUV driver. No pedestrian or cyclist injuries were recorded. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The crash injured a 27-year-old male driver and a 28-year-old female passenger, both conscious at the scene.
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Rear-end crash injures three on Franklin▸Aug 25 - Two southbound sedans met hard on Franklin at Eastern Parkway. A rear-end hit. Three people hurt. Distraction named twice. The street took the blow. The cars wore it on their noses and tails.
Two southbound sedans collided on Franklin Ave at Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. The trailing car struck the lead car’s center back end, injuring the 47-year-old female driver and a 76-year-old rear passenger in the lead vehicle, and leaving one other person injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction” for both drivers. The impact points confirm a rear-end crash: center front-end damage to the trailing sedan and center back-end damage to the lead sedan. Driver errors listed: Driver Inattention/Distraction. Safety equipment use is noted in the data but follows the driver errors in significance.
22
Left-turn BMW hits elder in crosswalk▸Aug 22 - Southbound BMW turned left off Eastern Parkway and struck an 80-year-old in the Franklin Avenue crosswalk. The man had the signal. The car’s nose took him down. Distraction and failure to yield at mid-day in Crown Heights.
An NJ-registered BMW sedan, traveling south and making a left turn at Eastern Parkway and Franklin Avenue, struck an 80-year-old pedestrian in the intersection. The man was crossing with the signal and was injured across his body. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Driver Inattention/Distraction” and “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The vehicle’s center front end was the point of impact. The driver was licensed; the report lists no injuries to the motorist. The data places the crash in the 71st Precinct in Brooklyn. The pedestrian’s status was recorded as conscious at the scene.
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SUV driver fails to yield, hits cyclist▸Aug 21 - A driver in an SUV failed to yield on Bedford Ave at Empire Blvd and hit a 21-year-old woman riding a bicycle. She fell and suffered a bruise to her arm. The SUV sustained left rear bumper damage.
A driver of a BMW SUV struck a 21-year-old woman riding a bicycle at Bedford Ave and Empire Blvd in Brooklyn. The rider was injured with an elbow/lower-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Data list that error for the SUV driver and for the crash overall. The report shows the SUV was parked pre-crash and the bike was traveling straight ahead. The SUV had left rear bumper damage. The report also notes the cyclist wore a helmet and that the SUV driver held a permit.
20
SUV runs light, hits cyclist on Empire▸Aug 20 - An eastbound SUV blew a signal at Empire and Schenectady and struck a southbound cyclist. The rider went down hard. He suffered leg injuries. The driver kept going straight through control. Brooklyn pavement took the rest.
A southbound bicyclist and an eastbound SUV collided at Empire Blvd and Schenectady Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured with lower-leg trauma. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded” was a contributing factor, along with “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data list these driver errors for the SUV driver and also for the crash overall. The report identifies the SUV as a 2018 Toyota traveling east, striking while going straight. The bicyclist was going straight south. The listed factors show a driver ran a control and failed to pay attention, leading to impact. Safety equipment for the cyclist is marked “Unknown.”
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Van turns into cyclist on Empire▸Aug 15 - A Ford Transit cut left on Empire and hit a man on a bike. The crash snapped him down. He suffered back injuries. Police cite inattention and failure to yield. A helmet was noted after the van’s strike.
A Ford Transit van, turning left from Empire Blvd at Washington Ave in Brooklyn, struck a 57-year-old bicyclist, injuring his back. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Driver Inattention/Distraction” and “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The van showed front-end impact. The cyclist was listed as injured and conscious. Data list the van driver as licensed and making a left turn. The report also notes the bicyclist wore a helmet, but that comes after the driver errors. This crash underscores a left-turn conflict at Empire Boulevard and Washington Avenue, with the cyclist harmed and the motorist’s inattention and failure to yield cited by police.
12
Unlicensed E-bike Right Turn Cuts Cyclist▸Aug 12 - The driver of an unlicensed e-bike turned right on Bedford Ave at Lincoln Rd and hit a cyclist going straight. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered severe facial lacerations. Police cited failure to yield.
The driver of an unlicensed e-bike made a right turn on Bedford Avenue at Lincoln Road and hit a cyclist who was traveling straight. The 34-year-old bicyclist was ejected and suffered severe facial lacerations; he remained conscious. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report records the point of impact as the e-bike’s center front end against the bicycle’s left front. The e-bike operator is listed as unlicensed. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
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Aggressive Driver Hits Elderly Pedestrian on Flatbush▸Aug 6 - A driver started from parking on Flatbush Ave and hit a 72-year-old man at Parkside Ave. The man suffered facial fractures and was conscious at the scene. Police cite aggressive driving and driver inattention.
A driver started from parking on Flatbush Ave at Parkside Ave and struck a 72-year-old pedestrian. The man sustained fractures to his face and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the crash involved "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle made contact with its left front bumper while traveling north; the pre-crash action is recorded as 'Starting from Parking' and the point of impact as 'Left Front Bumper.' Vehicle occupants were recorded as none and no vehicle damage was reported. Police list aggressive driving and driver distraction as contributing factors.
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Driver hits man at Crown and Rogers intersection▸Aug 4 - A northbound driver going straight hit a man in the Crown Street and Rogers Avenue intersection. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic control disregarded by the driver. The man suffered crush injuries to his face and stayed conscious.
A 43-year-old man was hurt while crossing at Crown Street and Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a northbound driver going straight hit him in the intersection. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Traffic Control Disregarded by the driver as contributing factors. The man suffered crush injuries to his face and remained conscious at the scene. No details were provided about the vehicle type, registration, or the driver. The report places the man in the intersection at the time of impact.
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SUV Rear-ender on Rogers Ave Injures Driver▸Jul 31 - Two SUVs collided on Rogers Ave at Lefferts. A 41-year-old driver suffered a back contusion. Police recorded 'Following Too Closely.' One driver was conscious and restrained. Metal hit metal. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles traveling north on Rogers Avenue at Lefferts Avenue collided when the left front bumper of one struck the center back end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver was injured, reported conscious with a back contusion and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' Police listed Following Too Closely as the contributing factor for the injured occupant. Both vehicles were going straight ahead when the collision occurred. The injured driver was recorded as wearing a lap belt and harness; no other contributing factors were listed.
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Bus Driver Hits Woman at Flatbush, Lincoln▸Jul 29 - A bus driver turned right at Flatbush and Lincoln and hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection. She suffered bruises and stayed conscious. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and an obstructed view.
A bus driver making a right turn at Flatbush Avenue and Lincoln Road hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection at 10:25 p.m. She suffered bruises to her entire body and stayed conscious. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right of way and had a limited or obstructed view. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "View Obstructed/Limited" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the bus. The crash occurred in Brooklyn, within the 71st Precinct.
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Passenger Opens Sedan Door, Scooter Driver Injured▸Jul 25 - A parked sedan's right-side door opened into a scooter rider on Kingston Avenue. The 35-year-old scooter driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. Police cited passenger distraction.
According to the police report, a parked sedan and a standing scooter collided when the sedan's right-side door opened into the scooter's path on Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 35-year-old man, was treated for a contusion to his elbow/lower arm/hand and remained conscious. The report lists the sedan as parked and the scooter as going straight; the point of impact was the sedan's right side doors. Police list 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported.
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Driver Inattention and Glare Injure Six in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 22 - Two sedans collided on Fenimore Street. Glare and driver inattention struck hard. Six people hurt, most of them children. Metal twisted. Whiplash and fear lingered in the summer night.
A crash involving two sedans on Fenimore Street in Brooklyn left six people injured, including four children and two adults. According to the police report, 'Glare' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. The driver, a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Four children, ages 4, 6, 11, and 14, were passengers and sustained unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention and glare as key causes. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
22
SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Eastern Parkway▸Jul 22 - A 10-year-old boy lay unconscious after an SUV hit him on Eastern Parkway. The crash left him with head and crush injuries. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A 10-year-old pedestrian suffered head and crush injuries after being struck by a station wagon/SUV on Eastern Parkway at Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing outside a signal or crosswalk when the westbound SUV hit him with its left front bumper. The boy was found unconscious at the scene. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
22
Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
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E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
17
Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
-
FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
Aug 29 - Southbound SUV plows into a stopped taxi on Flatbush. Back end crushed. Front end crumpled. Two people hurt. Night street. Brake lights ignored in the rush.
An SUV traveling south struck the rear of a stopped taxi at 524 Flatbush Ave in Brooklyn, injuring the SUV driver and front-seat passenger. According to the police report, the listed contributing factor was “Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.” The taxi was stopped in traffic and was hit in the center back end; the SUV showed center front-end damage. The data points to following too closely and improper attention by the SUV driver. No pedestrian or cyclist injuries were recorded. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The crash injured a 27-year-old male driver and a 28-year-old female passenger, both conscious at the scene.
25
Rear-end crash injures three on Franklin▸Aug 25 - Two southbound sedans met hard on Franklin at Eastern Parkway. A rear-end hit. Three people hurt. Distraction named twice. The street took the blow. The cars wore it on their noses and tails.
Two southbound sedans collided on Franklin Ave at Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. The trailing car struck the lead car’s center back end, injuring the 47-year-old female driver and a 76-year-old rear passenger in the lead vehicle, and leaving one other person injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction” for both drivers. The impact points confirm a rear-end crash: center front-end damage to the trailing sedan and center back-end damage to the lead sedan. Driver errors listed: Driver Inattention/Distraction. Safety equipment use is noted in the data but follows the driver errors in significance.
22
Left-turn BMW hits elder in crosswalk▸Aug 22 - Southbound BMW turned left off Eastern Parkway and struck an 80-year-old in the Franklin Avenue crosswalk. The man had the signal. The car’s nose took him down. Distraction and failure to yield at mid-day in Crown Heights.
An NJ-registered BMW sedan, traveling south and making a left turn at Eastern Parkway and Franklin Avenue, struck an 80-year-old pedestrian in the intersection. The man was crossing with the signal and was injured across his body. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Driver Inattention/Distraction” and “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The vehicle’s center front end was the point of impact. The driver was licensed; the report lists no injuries to the motorist. The data places the crash in the 71st Precinct in Brooklyn. The pedestrian’s status was recorded as conscious at the scene.
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SUV driver fails to yield, hits cyclist▸Aug 21 - A driver in an SUV failed to yield on Bedford Ave at Empire Blvd and hit a 21-year-old woman riding a bicycle. She fell and suffered a bruise to her arm. The SUV sustained left rear bumper damage.
A driver of a BMW SUV struck a 21-year-old woman riding a bicycle at Bedford Ave and Empire Blvd in Brooklyn. The rider was injured with an elbow/lower-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Data list that error for the SUV driver and for the crash overall. The report shows the SUV was parked pre-crash and the bike was traveling straight ahead. The SUV had left rear bumper damage. The report also notes the cyclist wore a helmet and that the SUV driver held a permit.
20
SUV runs light, hits cyclist on Empire▸Aug 20 - An eastbound SUV blew a signal at Empire and Schenectady and struck a southbound cyclist. The rider went down hard. He suffered leg injuries. The driver kept going straight through control. Brooklyn pavement took the rest.
A southbound bicyclist and an eastbound SUV collided at Empire Blvd and Schenectady Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured with lower-leg trauma. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded” was a contributing factor, along with “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data list these driver errors for the SUV driver and also for the crash overall. The report identifies the SUV as a 2018 Toyota traveling east, striking while going straight. The bicyclist was going straight south. The listed factors show a driver ran a control and failed to pay attention, leading to impact. Safety equipment for the cyclist is marked “Unknown.”
15
Van turns into cyclist on Empire▸Aug 15 - A Ford Transit cut left on Empire and hit a man on a bike. The crash snapped him down. He suffered back injuries. Police cite inattention and failure to yield. A helmet was noted after the van’s strike.
A Ford Transit van, turning left from Empire Blvd at Washington Ave in Brooklyn, struck a 57-year-old bicyclist, injuring his back. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Driver Inattention/Distraction” and “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The van showed front-end impact. The cyclist was listed as injured and conscious. Data list the van driver as licensed and making a left turn. The report also notes the bicyclist wore a helmet, but that comes after the driver errors. This crash underscores a left-turn conflict at Empire Boulevard and Washington Avenue, with the cyclist harmed and the motorist’s inattention and failure to yield cited by police.
12
Unlicensed E-bike Right Turn Cuts Cyclist▸Aug 12 - The driver of an unlicensed e-bike turned right on Bedford Ave at Lincoln Rd and hit a cyclist going straight. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered severe facial lacerations. Police cited failure to yield.
The driver of an unlicensed e-bike made a right turn on Bedford Avenue at Lincoln Road and hit a cyclist who was traveling straight. The 34-year-old bicyclist was ejected and suffered severe facial lacerations; he remained conscious. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report records the point of impact as the e-bike’s center front end against the bicycle’s left front. The e-bike operator is listed as unlicensed. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
6
Aggressive Driver Hits Elderly Pedestrian on Flatbush▸Aug 6 - A driver started from parking on Flatbush Ave and hit a 72-year-old man at Parkside Ave. The man suffered facial fractures and was conscious at the scene. Police cite aggressive driving and driver inattention.
A driver started from parking on Flatbush Ave at Parkside Ave and struck a 72-year-old pedestrian. The man sustained fractures to his face and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the crash involved "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle made contact with its left front bumper while traveling north; the pre-crash action is recorded as 'Starting from Parking' and the point of impact as 'Left Front Bumper.' Vehicle occupants were recorded as none and no vehicle damage was reported. Police list aggressive driving and driver distraction as contributing factors.
4
Driver hits man at Crown and Rogers intersection▸Aug 4 - A northbound driver going straight hit a man in the Crown Street and Rogers Avenue intersection. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic control disregarded by the driver. The man suffered crush injuries to his face and stayed conscious.
A 43-year-old man was hurt while crossing at Crown Street and Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a northbound driver going straight hit him in the intersection. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Traffic Control Disregarded by the driver as contributing factors. The man suffered crush injuries to his face and remained conscious at the scene. No details were provided about the vehicle type, registration, or the driver. The report places the man in the intersection at the time of impact.
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SUV Rear-ender on Rogers Ave Injures Driver▸Jul 31 - Two SUVs collided on Rogers Ave at Lefferts. A 41-year-old driver suffered a back contusion. Police recorded 'Following Too Closely.' One driver was conscious and restrained. Metal hit metal. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles traveling north on Rogers Avenue at Lefferts Avenue collided when the left front bumper of one struck the center back end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver was injured, reported conscious with a back contusion and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' Police listed Following Too Closely as the contributing factor for the injured occupant. Both vehicles were going straight ahead when the collision occurred. The injured driver was recorded as wearing a lap belt and harness; no other contributing factors were listed.
29
Bus Driver Hits Woman at Flatbush, Lincoln▸Jul 29 - A bus driver turned right at Flatbush and Lincoln and hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection. She suffered bruises and stayed conscious. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and an obstructed view.
A bus driver making a right turn at Flatbush Avenue and Lincoln Road hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection at 10:25 p.m. She suffered bruises to her entire body and stayed conscious. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right of way and had a limited or obstructed view. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "View Obstructed/Limited" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the bus. The crash occurred in Brooklyn, within the 71st Precinct.
25
Passenger Opens Sedan Door, Scooter Driver Injured▸Jul 25 - A parked sedan's right-side door opened into a scooter rider on Kingston Avenue. The 35-year-old scooter driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. Police cited passenger distraction.
According to the police report, a parked sedan and a standing scooter collided when the sedan's right-side door opened into the scooter's path on Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 35-year-old man, was treated for a contusion to his elbow/lower arm/hand and remained conscious. The report lists the sedan as parked and the scooter as going straight; the point of impact was the sedan's right side doors. Police list 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported.
22
Driver Inattention and Glare Injure Six in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 22 - Two sedans collided on Fenimore Street. Glare and driver inattention struck hard. Six people hurt, most of them children. Metal twisted. Whiplash and fear lingered in the summer night.
A crash involving two sedans on Fenimore Street in Brooklyn left six people injured, including four children and two adults. According to the police report, 'Glare' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. The driver, a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Four children, ages 4, 6, 11, and 14, were passengers and sustained unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention and glare as key causes. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
22
SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Eastern Parkway▸Jul 22 - A 10-year-old boy lay unconscious after an SUV hit him on Eastern Parkway. The crash left him with head and crush injuries. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A 10-year-old pedestrian suffered head and crush injuries after being struck by a station wagon/SUV on Eastern Parkway at Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing outside a signal or crosswalk when the westbound SUV hit him with its left front bumper. The boy was found unconscious at the scene. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
22
Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
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E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
17
Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
-
FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
Aug 25 - Two southbound sedans met hard on Franklin at Eastern Parkway. A rear-end hit. Three people hurt. Distraction named twice. The street took the blow. The cars wore it on their noses and tails.
Two southbound sedans collided on Franklin Ave at Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. The trailing car struck the lead car’s center back end, injuring the 47-year-old female driver and a 76-year-old rear passenger in the lead vehicle, and leaving one other person injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction” for both drivers. The impact points confirm a rear-end crash: center front-end damage to the trailing sedan and center back-end damage to the lead sedan. Driver errors listed: Driver Inattention/Distraction. Safety equipment use is noted in the data but follows the driver errors in significance.
22
Left-turn BMW hits elder in crosswalk▸Aug 22 - Southbound BMW turned left off Eastern Parkway and struck an 80-year-old in the Franklin Avenue crosswalk. The man had the signal. The car’s nose took him down. Distraction and failure to yield at mid-day in Crown Heights.
An NJ-registered BMW sedan, traveling south and making a left turn at Eastern Parkway and Franklin Avenue, struck an 80-year-old pedestrian in the intersection. The man was crossing with the signal and was injured across his body. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Driver Inattention/Distraction” and “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The vehicle’s center front end was the point of impact. The driver was licensed; the report lists no injuries to the motorist. The data places the crash in the 71st Precinct in Brooklyn. The pedestrian’s status was recorded as conscious at the scene.
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SUV driver fails to yield, hits cyclist▸Aug 21 - A driver in an SUV failed to yield on Bedford Ave at Empire Blvd and hit a 21-year-old woman riding a bicycle. She fell and suffered a bruise to her arm. The SUV sustained left rear bumper damage.
A driver of a BMW SUV struck a 21-year-old woman riding a bicycle at Bedford Ave and Empire Blvd in Brooklyn. The rider was injured with an elbow/lower-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Data list that error for the SUV driver and for the crash overall. The report shows the SUV was parked pre-crash and the bike was traveling straight ahead. The SUV had left rear bumper damage. The report also notes the cyclist wore a helmet and that the SUV driver held a permit.
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SUV runs light, hits cyclist on Empire▸Aug 20 - An eastbound SUV blew a signal at Empire and Schenectady and struck a southbound cyclist. The rider went down hard. He suffered leg injuries. The driver kept going straight through control. Brooklyn pavement took the rest.
A southbound bicyclist and an eastbound SUV collided at Empire Blvd and Schenectady Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured with lower-leg trauma. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded” was a contributing factor, along with “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data list these driver errors for the SUV driver and also for the crash overall. The report identifies the SUV as a 2018 Toyota traveling east, striking while going straight. The bicyclist was going straight south. The listed factors show a driver ran a control and failed to pay attention, leading to impact. Safety equipment for the cyclist is marked “Unknown.”
15
Van turns into cyclist on Empire▸Aug 15 - A Ford Transit cut left on Empire and hit a man on a bike. The crash snapped him down. He suffered back injuries. Police cite inattention and failure to yield. A helmet was noted after the van’s strike.
A Ford Transit van, turning left from Empire Blvd at Washington Ave in Brooklyn, struck a 57-year-old bicyclist, injuring his back. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Driver Inattention/Distraction” and “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The van showed front-end impact. The cyclist was listed as injured and conscious. Data list the van driver as licensed and making a left turn. The report also notes the bicyclist wore a helmet, but that comes after the driver errors. This crash underscores a left-turn conflict at Empire Boulevard and Washington Avenue, with the cyclist harmed and the motorist’s inattention and failure to yield cited by police.
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Unlicensed E-bike Right Turn Cuts Cyclist▸Aug 12 - The driver of an unlicensed e-bike turned right on Bedford Ave at Lincoln Rd and hit a cyclist going straight. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered severe facial lacerations. Police cited failure to yield.
The driver of an unlicensed e-bike made a right turn on Bedford Avenue at Lincoln Road and hit a cyclist who was traveling straight. The 34-year-old bicyclist was ejected and suffered severe facial lacerations; he remained conscious. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report records the point of impact as the e-bike’s center front end against the bicycle’s left front. The e-bike operator is listed as unlicensed. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
6
Aggressive Driver Hits Elderly Pedestrian on Flatbush▸Aug 6 - A driver started from parking on Flatbush Ave and hit a 72-year-old man at Parkside Ave. The man suffered facial fractures and was conscious at the scene. Police cite aggressive driving and driver inattention.
A driver started from parking on Flatbush Ave at Parkside Ave and struck a 72-year-old pedestrian. The man sustained fractures to his face and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the crash involved "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle made contact with its left front bumper while traveling north; the pre-crash action is recorded as 'Starting from Parking' and the point of impact as 'Left Front Bumper.' Vehicle occupants were recorded as none and no vehicle damage was reported. Police list aggressive driving and driver distraction as contributing factors.
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Driver hits man at Crown and Rogers intersection▸Aug 4 - A northbound driver going straight hit a man in the Crown Street and Rogers Avenue intersection. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic control disregarded by the driver. The man suffered crush injuries to his face and stayed conscious.
A 43-year-old man was hurt while crossing at Crown Street and Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a northbound driver going straight hit him in the intersection. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Traffic Control Disregarded by the driver as contributing factors. The man suffered crush injuries to his face and remained conscious at the scene. No details were provided about the vehicle type, registration, or the driver. The report places the man in the intersection at the time of impact.
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SUV Rear-ender on Rogers Ave Injures Driver▸Jul 31 - Two SUVs collided on Rogers Ave at Lefferts. A 41-year-old driver suffered a back contusion. Police recorded 'Following Too Closely.' One driver was conscious and restrained. Metal hit metal. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles traveling north on Rogers Avenue at Lefferts Avenue collided when the left front bumper of one struck the center back end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver was injured, reported conscious with a back contusion and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' Police listed Following Too Closely as the contributing factor for the injured occupant. Both vehicles were going straight ahead when the collision occurred. The injured driver was recorded as wearing a lap belt and harness; no other contributing factors were listed.
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Bus Driver Hits Woman at Flatbush, Lincoln▸Jul 29 - A bus driver turned right at Flatbush and Lincoln and hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection. She suffered bruises and stayed conscious. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and an obstructed view.
A bus driver making a right turn at Flatbush Avenue and Lincoln Road hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection at 10:25 p.m. She suffered bruises to her entire body and stayed conscious. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right of way and had a limited or obstructed view. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "View Obstructed/Limited" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the bus. The crash occurred in Brooklyn, within the 71st Precinct.
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Passenger Opens Sedan Door, Scooter Driver Injured▸Jul 25 - A parked sedan's right-side door opened into a scooter rider on Kingston Avenue. The 35-year-old scooter driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. Police cited passenger distraction.
According to the police report, a parked sedan and a standing scooter collided when the sedan's right-side door opened into the scooter's path on Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 35-year-old man, was treated for a contusion to his elbow/lower arm/hand and remained conscious. The report lists the sedan as parked and the scooter as going straight; the point of impact was the sedan's right side doors. Police list 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported.
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Driver Inattention and Glare Injure Six in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 22 - Two sedans collided on Fenimore Street. Glare and driver inattention struck hard. Six people hurt, most of them children. Metal twisted. Whiplash and fear lingered in the summer night.
A crash involving two sedans on Fenimore Street in Brooklyn left six people injured, including four children and two adults. According to the police report, 'Glare' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. The driver, a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Four children, ages 4, 6, 11, and 14, were passengers and sustained unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention and glare as key causes. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Eastern Parkway▸Jul 22 - A 10-year-old boy lay unconscious after an SUV hit him on Eastern Parkway. The crash left him with head and crush injuries. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A 10-year-old pedestrian suffered head and crush injuries after being struck by a station wagon/SUV on Eastern Parkway at Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing outside a signal or crosswalk when the westbound SUV hit him with its left front bumper. The boy was found unconscious at the scene. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
22
Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
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E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
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Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
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FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
Aug 22 - Southbound BMW turned left off Eastern Parkway and struck an 80-year-old in the Franklin Avenue crosswalk. The man had the signal. The car’s nose took him down. Distraction and failure to yield at mid-day in Crown Heights.
An NJ-registered BMW sedan, traveling south and making a left turn at Eastern Parkway and Franklin Avenue, struck an 80-year-old pedestrian in the intersection. The man was crossing with the signal and was injured across his body. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Driver Inattention/Distraction” and “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The vehicle’s center front end was the point of impact. The driver was licensed; the report lists no injuries to the motorist. The data places the crash in the 71st Precinct in Brooklyn. The pedestrian’s status was recorded as conscious at the scene.
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SUV driver fails to yield, hits cyclist▸Aug 21 - A driver in an SUV failed to yield on Bedford Ave at Empire Blvd and hit a 21-year-old woman riding a bicycle. She fell and suffered a bruise to her arm. The SUV sustained left rear bumper damage.
A driver of a BMW SUV struck a 21-year-old woman riding a bicycle at Bedford Ave and Empire Blvd in Brooklyn. The rider was injured with an elbow/lower-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Data list that error for the SUV driver and for the crash overall. The report shows the SUV was parked pre-crash and the bike was traveling straight ahead. The SUV had left rear bumper damage. The report also notes the cyclist wore a helmet and that the SUV driver held a permit.
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SUV runs light, hits cyclist on Empire▸Aug 20 - An eastbound SUV blew a signal at Empire and Schenectady and struck a southbound cyclist. The rider went down hard. He suffered leg injuries. The driver kept going straight through control. Brooklyn pavement took the rest.
A southbound bicyclist and an eastbound SUV collided at Empire Blvd and Schenectady Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured with lower-leg trauma. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded” was a contributing factor, along with “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data list these driver errors for the SUV driver and also for the crash overall. The report identifies the SUV as a 2018 Toyota traveling east, striking while going straight. The bicyclist was going straight south. The listed factors show a driver ran a control and failed to pay attention, leading to impact. Safety equipment for the cyclist is marked “Unknown.”
15
Van turns into cyclist on Empire▸Aug 15 - A Ford Transit cut left on Empire and hit a man on a bike. The crash snapped him down. He suffered back injuries. Police cite inattention and failure to yield. A helmet was noted after the van’s strike.
A Ford Transit van, turning left from Empire Blvd at Washington Ave in Brooklyn, struck a 57-year-old bicyclist, injuring his back. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Driver Inattention/Distraction” and “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The van showed front-end impact. The cyclist was listed as injured and conscious. Data list the van driver as licensed and making a left turn. The report also notes the bicyclist wore a helmet, but that comes after the driver errors. This crash underscores a left-turn conflict at Empire Boulevard and Washington Avenue, with the cyclist harmed and the motorist’s inattention and failure to yield cited by police.
12
Unlicensed E-bike Right Turn Cuts Cyclist▸Aug 12 - The driver of an unlicensed e-bike turned right on Bedford Ave at Lincoln Rd and hit a cyclist going straight. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered severe facial lacerations. Police cited failure to yield.
The driver of an unlicensed e-bike made a right turn on Bedford Avenue at Lincoln Road and hit a cyclist who was traveling straight. The 34-year-old bicyclist was ejected and suffered severe facial lacerations; he remained conscious. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report records the point of impact as the e-bike’s center front end against the bicycle’s left front. The e-bike operator is listed as unlicensed. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
6
Aggressive Driver Hits Elderly Pedestrian on Flatbush▸Aug 6 - A driver started from parking on Flatbush Ave and hit a 72-year-old man at Parkside Ave. The man suffered facial fractures and was conscious at the scene. Police cite aggressive driving and driver inattention.
A driver started from parking on Flatbush Ave at Parkside Ave and struck a 72-year-old pedestrian. The man sustained fractures to his face and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the crash involved "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle made contact with its left front bumper while traveling north; the pre-crash action is recorded as 'Starting from Parking' and the point of impact as 'Left Front Bumper.' Vehicle occupants were recorded as none and no vehicle damage was reported. Police list aggressive driving and driver distraction as contributing factors.
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Driver hits man at Crown and Rogers intersection▸Aug 4 - A northbound driver going straight hit a man in the Crown Street and Rogers Avenue intersection. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic control disregarded by the driver. The man suffered crush injuries to his face and stayed conscious.
A 43-year-old man was hurt while crossing at Crown Street and Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a northbound driver going straight hit him in the intersection. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Traffic Control Disregarded by the driver as contributing factors. The man suffered crush injuries to his face and remained conscious at the scene. No details were provided about the vehicle type, registration, or the driver. The report places the man in the intersection at the time of impact.
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SUV Rear-ender on Rogers Ave Injures Driver▸Jul 31 - Two SUVs collided on Rogers Ave at Lefferts. A 41-year-old driver suffered a back contusion. Police recorded 'Following Too Closely.' One driver was conscious and restrained. Metal hit metal. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles traveling north on Rogers Avenue at Lefferts Avenue collided when the left front bumper of one struck the center back end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver was injured, reported conscious with a back contusion and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' Police listed Following Too Closely as the contributing factor for the injured occupant. Both vehicles were going straight ahead when the collision occurred. The injured driver was recorded as wearing a lap belt and harness; no other contributing factors were listed.
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Bus Driver Hits Woman at Flatbush, Lincoln▸Jul 29 - A bus driver turned right at Flatbush and Lincoln and hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection. She suffered bruises and stayed conscious. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and an obstructed view.
A bus driver making a right turn at Flatbush Avenue and Lincoln Road hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection at 10:25 p.m. She suffered bruises to her entire body and stayed conscious. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right of way and had a limited or obstructed view. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "View Obstructed/Limited" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the bus. The crash occurred in Brooklyn, within the 71st Precinct.
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Passenger Opens Sedan Door, Scooter Driver Injured▸Jul 25 - A parked sedan's right-side door opened into a scooter rider on Kingston Avenue. The 35-year-old scooter driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. Police cited passenger distraction.
According to the police report, a parked sedan and a standing scooter collided when the sedan's right-side door opened into the scooter's path on Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 35-year-old man, was treated for a contusion to his elbow/lower arm/hand and remained conscious. The report lists the sedan as parked and the scooter as going straight; the point of impact was the sedan's right side doors. Police list 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported.
22
Driver Inattention and Glare Injure Six in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 22 - Two sedans collided on Fenimore Street. Glare and driver inattention struck hard. Six people hurt, most of them children. Metal twisted. Whiplash and fear lingered in the summer night.
A crash involving two sedans on Fenimore Street in Brooklyn left six people injured, including four children and two adults. According to the police report, 'Glare' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. The driver, a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Four children, ages 4, 6, 11, and 14, were passengers and sustained unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention and glare as key causes. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
22
SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Eastern Parkway▸Jul 22 - A 10-year-old boy lay unconscious after an SUV hit him on Eastern Parkway. The crash left him with head and crush injuries. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A 10-year-old pedestrian suffered head and crush injuries after being struck by a station wagon/SUV on Eastern Parkway at Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing outside a signal or crosswalk when the westbound SUV hit him with its left front bumper. The boy was found unconscious at the scene. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
22
Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
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E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
17
Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
-
FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
Aug 21 - A driver in an SUV failed to yield on Bedford Ave at Empire Blvd and hit a 21-year-old woman riding a bicycle. She fell and suffered a bruise to her arm. The SUV sustained left rear bumper damage.
A driver of a BMW SUV struck a 21-year-old woman riding a bicycle at Bedford Ave and Empire Blvd in Brooklyn. The rider was injured with an elbow/lower-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Data list that error for the SUV driver and for the crash overall. The report shows the SUV was parked pre-crash and the bike was traveling straight ahead. The SUV had left rear bumper damage. The report also notes the cyclist wore a helmet and that the SUV driver held a permit.
20
SUV runs light, hits cyclist on Empire▸Aug 20 - An eastbound SUV blew a signal at Empire and Schenectady and struck a southbound cyclist. The rider went down hard. He suffered leg injuries. The driver kept going straight through control. Brooklyn pavement took the rest.
A southbound bicyclist and an eastbound SUV collided at Empire Blvd and Schenectady Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured with lower-leg trauma. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded” was a contributing factor, along with “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data list these driver errors for the SUV driver and also for the crash overall. The report identifies the SUV as a 2018 Toyota traveling east, striking while going straight. The bicyclist was going straight south. The listed factors show a driver ran a control and failed to pay attention, leading to impact. Safety equipment for the cyclist is marked “Unknown.”
15
Van turns into cyclist on Empire▸Aug 15 - A Ford Transit cut left on Empire and hit a man on a bike. The crash snapped him down. He suffered back injuries. Police cite inattention and failure to yield. A helmet was noted after the van’s strike.
A Ford Transit van, turning left from Empire Blvd at Washington Ave in Brooklyn, struck a 57-year-old bicyclist, injuring his back. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Driver Inattention/Distraction” and “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The van showed front-end impact. The cyclist was listed as injured and conscious. Data list the van driver as licensed and making a left turn. The report also notes the bicyclist wore a helmet, but that comes after the driver errors. This crash underscores a left-turn conflict at Empire Boulevard and Washington Avenue, with the cyclist harmed and the motorist’s inattention and failure to yield cited by police.
12
Unlicensed E-bike Right Turn Cuts Cyclist▸Aug 12 - The driver of an unlicensed e-bike turned right on Bedford Ave at Lincoln Rd and hit a cyclist going straight. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered severe facial lacerations. Police cited failure to yield.
The driver of an unlicensed e-bike made a right turn on Bedford Avenue at Lincoln Road and hit a cyclist who was traveling straight. The 34-year-old bicyclist was ejected and suffered severe facial lacerations; he remained conscious. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report records the point of impact as the e-bike’s center front end against the bicycle’s left front. The e-bike operator is listed as unlicensed. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
6
Aggressive Driver Hits Elderly Pedestrian on Flatbush▸Aug 6 - A driver started from parking on Flatbush Ave and hit a 72-year-old man at Parkside Ave. The man suffered facial fractures and was conscious at the scene. Police cite aggressive driving and driver inattention.
A driver started from parking on Flatbush Ave at Parkside Ave and struck a 72-year-old pedestrian. The man sustained fractures to his face and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the crash involved "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle made contact with its left front bumper while traveling north; the pre-crash action is recorded as 'Starting from Parking' and the point of impact as 'Left Front Bumper.' Vehicle occupants were recorded as none and no vehicle damage was reported. Police list aggressive driving and driver distraction as contributing factors.
4
Driver hits man at Crown and Rogers intersection▸Aug 4 - A northbound driver going straight hit a man in the Crown Street and Rogers Avenue intersection. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic control disregarded by the driver. The man suffered crush injuries to his face and stayed conscious.
A 43-year-old man was hurt while crossing at Crown Street and Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a northbound driver going straight hit him in the intersection. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Traffic Control Disregarded by the driver as contributing factors. The man suffered crush injuries to his face and remained conscious at the scene. No details were provided about the vehicle type, registration, or the driver. The report places the man in the intersection at the time of impact.
31
SUV Rear-ender on Rogers Ave Injures Driver▸Jul 31 - Two SUVs collided on Rogers Ave at Lefferts. A 41-year-old driver suffered a back contusion. Police recorded 'Following Too Closely.' One driver was conscious and restrained. Metal hit metal. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles traveling north on Rogers Avenue at Lefferts Avenue collided when the left front bumper of one struck the center back end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver was injured, reported conscious with a back contusion and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' Police listed Following Too Closely as the contributing factor for the injured occupant. Both vehicles were going straight ahead when the collision occurred. The injured driver was recorded as wearing a lap belt and harness; no other contributing factors were listed.
29
Bus Driver Hits Woman at Flatbush, Lincoln▸Jul 29 - A bus driver turned right at Flatbush and Lincoln and hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection. She suffered bruises and stayed conscious. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and an obstructed view.
A bus driver making a right turn at Flatbush Avenue and Lincoln Road hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection at 10:25 p.m. She suffered bruises to her entire body and stayed conscious. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right of way and had a limited or obstructed view. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "View Obstructed/Limited" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the bus. The crash occurred in Brooklyn, within the 71st Precinct.
25
Passenger Opens Sedan Door, Scooter Driver Injured▸Jul 25 - A parked sedan's right-side door opened into a scooter rider on Kingston Avenue. The 35-year-old scooter driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. Police cited passenger distraction.
According to the police report, a parked sedan and a standing scooter collided when the sedan's right-side door opened into the scooter's path on Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 35-year-old man, was treated for a contusion to his elbow/lower arm/hand and remained conscious. The report lists the sedan as parked and the scooter as going straight; the point of impact was the sedan's right side doors. Police list 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported.
22
Driver Inattention and Glare Injure Six in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 22 - Two sedans collided on Fenimore Street. Glare and driver inattention struck hard. Six people hurt, most of them children. Metal twisted. Whiplash and fear lingered in the summer night.
A crash involving two sedans on Fenimore Street in Brooklyn left six people injured, including four children and two adults. According to the police report, 'Glare' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. The driver, a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Four children, ages 4, 6, 11, and 14, were passengers and sustained unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention and glare as key causes. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
22
SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Eastern Parkway▸Jul 22 - A 10-year-old boy lay unconscious after an SUV hit him on Eastern Parkway. The crash left him with head and crush injuries. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A 10-year-old pedestrian suffered head and crush injuries after being struck by a station wagon/SUV on Eastern Parkway at Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing outside a signal or crosswalk when the westbound SUV hit him with its left front bumper. The boy was found unconscious at the scene. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
22
Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
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E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
17
Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
-
FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
Aug 20 - An eastbound SUV blew a signal at Empire and Schenectady and struck a southbound cyclist. The rider went down hard. He suffered leg injuries. The driver kept going straight through control. Brooklyn pavement took the rest.
A southbound bicyclist and an eastbound SUV collided at Empire Blvd and Schenectady Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured with lower-leg trauma. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded” was a contributing factor, along with “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data list these driver errors for the SUV driver and also for the crash overall. The report identifies the SUV as a 2018 Toyota traveling east, striking while going straight. The bicyclist was going straight south. The listed factors show a driver ran a control and failed to pay attention, leading to impact. Safety equipment for the cyclist is marked “Unknown.”
15
Van turns into cyclist on Empire▸Aug 15 - A Ford Transit cut left on Empire and hit a man on a bike. The crash snapped him down. He suffered back injuries. Police cite inattention and failure to yield. A helmet was noted after the van’s strike.
A Ford Transit van, turning left from Empire Blvd at Washington Ave in Brooklyn, struck a 57-year-old bicyclist, injuring his back. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Driver Inattention/Distraction” and “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The van showed front-end impact. The cyclist was listed as injured and conscious. Data list the van driver as licensed and making a left turn. The report also notes the bicyclist wore a helmet, but that comes after the driver errors. This crash underscores a left-turn conflict at Empire Boulevard and Washington Avenue, with the cyclist harmed and the motorist’s inattention and failure to yield cited by police.
12
Unlicensed E-bike Right Turn Cuts Cyclist▸Aug 12 - The driver of an unlicensed e-bike turned right on Bedford Ave at Lincoln Rd and hit a cyclist going straight. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered severe facial lacerations. Police cited failure to yield.
The driver of an unlicensed e-bike made a right turn on Bedford Avenue at Lincoln Road and hit a cyclist who was traveling straight. The 34-year-old bicyclist was ejected and suffered severe facial lacerations; he remained conscious. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report records the point of impact as the e-bike’s center front end against the bicycle’s left front. The e-bike operator is listed as unlicensed. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
6
Aggressive Driver Hits Elderly Pedestrian on Flatbush▸Aug 6 - A driver started from parking on Flatbush Ave and hit a 72-year-old man at Parkside Ave. The man suffered facial fractures and was conscious at the scene. Police cite aggressive driving and driver inattention.
A driver started from parking on Flatbush Ave at Parkside Ave and struck a 72-year-old pedestrian. The man sustained fractures to his face and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the crash involved "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle made contact with its left front bumper while traveling north; the pre-crash action is recorded as 'Starting from Parking' and the point of impact as 'Left Front Bumper.' Vehicle occupants were recorded as none and no vehicle damage was reported. Police list aggressive driving and driver distraction as contributing factors.
4
Driver hits man at Crown and Rogers intersection▸Aug 4 - A northbound driver going straight hit a man in the Crown Street and Rogers Avenue intersection. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic control disregarded by the driver. The man suffered crush injuries to his face and stayed conscious.
A 43-year-old man was hurt while crossing at Crown Street and Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a northbound driver going straight hit him in the intersection. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Traffic Control Disregarded by the driver as contributing factors. The man suffered crush injuries to his face and remained conscious at the scene. No details were provided about the vehicle type, registration, or the driver. The report places the man in the intersection at the time of impact.
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SUV Rear-ender on Rogers Ave Injures Driver▸Jul 31 - Two SUVs collided on Rogers Ave at Lefferts. A 41-year-old driver suffered a back contusion. Police recorded 'Following Too Closely.' One driver was conscious and restrained. Metal hit metal. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles traveling north on Rogers Avenue at Lefferts Avenue collided when the left front bumper of one struck the center back end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver was injured, reported conscious with a back contusion and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' Police listed Following Too Closely as the contributing factor for the injured occupant. Both vehicles were going straight ahead when the collision occurred. The injured driver was recorded as wearing a lap belt and harness; no other contributing factors were listed.
29
Bus Driver Hits Woman at Flatbush, Lincoln▸Jul 29 - A bus driver turned right at Flatbush and Lincoln and hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection. She suffered bruises and stayed conscious. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and an obstructed view.
A bus driver making a right turn at Flatbush Avenue and Lincoln Road hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection at 10:25 p.m. She suffered bruises to her entire body and stayed conscious. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right of way and had a limited or obstructed view. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "View Obstructed/Limited" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the bus. The crash occurred in Brooklyn, within the 71st Precinct.
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Passenger Opens Sedan Door, Scooter Driver Injured▸Jul 25 - A parked sedan's right-side door opened into a scooter rider on Kingston Avenue. The 35-year-old scooter driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. Police cited passenger distraction.
According to the police report, a parked sedan and a standing scooter collided when the sedan's right-side door opened into the scooter's path on Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 35-year-old man, was treated for a contusion to his elbow/lower arm/hand and remained conscious. The report lists the sedan as parked and the scooter as going straight; the point of impact was the sedan's right side doors. Police list 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported.
22
Driver Inattention and Glare Injure Six in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 22 - Two sedans collided on Fenimore Street. Glare and driver inattention struck hard. Six people hurt, most of them children. Metal twisted. Whiplash and fear lingered in the summer night.
A crash involving two sedans on Fenimore Street in Brooklyn left six people injured, including four children and two adults. According to the police report, 'Glare' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. The driver, a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Four children, ages 4, 6, 11, and 14, were passengers and sustained unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention and glare as key causes. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
22
SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Eastern Parkway▸Jul 22 - A 10-year-old boy lay unconscious after an SUV hit him on Eastern Parkway. The crash left him with head and crush injuries. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A 10-year-old pedestrian suffered head and crush injuries after being struck by a station wagon/SUV on Eastern Parkway at Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing outside a signal or crosswalk when the westbound SUV hit him with its left front bumper. The boy was found unconscious at the scene. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
22
Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
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E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
17
Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
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FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
Aug 15 - A Ford Transit cut left on Empire and hit a man on a bike. The crash snapped him down. He suffered back injuries. Police cite inattention and failure to yield. A helmet was noted after the van’s strike.
A Ford Transit van, turning left from Empire Blvd at Washington Ave in Brooklyn, struck a 57-year-old bicyclist, injuring his back. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Driver Inattention/Distraction” and “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The van showed front-end impact. The cyclist was listed as injured and conscious. Data list the van driver as licensed and making a left turn. The report also notes the bicyclist wore a helmet, but that comes after the driver errors. This crash underscores a left-turn conflict at Empire Boulevard and Washington Avenue, with the cyclist harmed and the motorist’s inattention and failure to yield cited by police.
12
Unlicensed E-bike Right Turn Cuts Cyclist▸Aug 12 - The driver of an unlicensed e-bike turned right on Bedford Ave at Lincoln Rd and hit a cyclist going straight. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered severe facial lacerations. Police cited failure to yield.
The driver of an unlicensed e-bike made a right turn on Bedford Avenue at Lincoln Road and hit a cyclist who was traveling straight. The 34-year-old bicyclist was ejected and suffered severe facial lacerations; he remained conscious. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report records the point of impact as the e-bike’s center front end against the bicycle’s left front. The e-bike operator is listed as unlicensed. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
6
Aggressive Driver Hits Elderly Pedestrian on Flatbush▸Aug 6 - A driver started from parking on Flatbush Ave and hit a 72-year-old man at Parkside Ave. The man suffered facial fractures and was conscious at the scene. Police cite aggressive driving and driver inattention.
A driver started from parking on Flatbush Ave at Parkside Ave and struck a 72-year-old pedestrian. The man sustained fractures to his face and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the crash involved "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle made contact with its left front bumper while traveling north; the pre-crash action is recorded as 'Starting from Parking' and the point of impact as 'Left Front Bumper.' Vehicle occupants were recorded as none and no vehicle damage was reported. Police list aggressive driving and driver distraction as contributing factors.
4
Driver hits man at Crown and Rogers intersection▸Aug 4 - A northbound driver going straight hit a man in the Crown Street and Rogers Avenue intersection. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic control disregarded by the driver. The man suffered crush injuries to his face and stayed conscious.
A 43-year-old man was hurt while crossing at Crown Street and Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a northbound driver going straight hit him in the intersection. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Traffic Control Disregarded by the driver as contributing factors. The man suffered crush injuries to his face and remained conscious at the scene. No details were provided about the vehicle type, registration, or the driver. The report places the man in the intersection at the time of impact.
31
SUV Rear-ender on Rogers Ave Injures Driver▸Jul 31 - Two SUVs collided on Rogers Ave at Lefferts. A 41-year-old driver suffered a back contusion. Police recorded 'Following Too Closely.' One driver was conscious and restrained. Metal hit metal. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles traveling north on Rogers Avenue at Lefferts Avenue collided when the left front bumper of one struck the center back end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver was injured, reported conscious with a back contusion and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' Police listed Following Too Closely as the contributing factor for the injured occupant. Both vehicles were going straight ahead when the collision occurred. The injured driver was recorded as wearing a lap belt and harness; no other contributing factors were listed.
29
Bus Driver Hits Woman at Flatbush, Lincoln▸Jul 29 - A bus driver turned right at Flatbush and Lincoln and hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection. She suffered bruises and stayed conscious. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and an obstructed view.
A bus driver making a right turn at Flatbush Avenue and Lincoln Road hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection at 10:25 p.m. She suffered bruises to her entire body and stayed conscious. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right of way and had a limited or obstructed view. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "View Obstructed/Limited" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the bus. The crash occurred in Brooklyn, within the 71st Precinct.
25
Passenger Opens Sedan Door, Scooter Driver Injured▸Jul 25 - A parked sedan's right-side door opened into a scooter rider on Kingston Avenue. The 35-year-old scooter driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. Police cited passenger distraction.
According to the police report, a parked sedan and a standing scooter collided when the sedan's right-side door opened into the scooter's path on Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 35-year-old man, was treated for a contusion to his elbow/lower arm/hand and remained conscious. The report lists the sedan as parked and the scooter as going straight; the point of impact was the sedan's right side doors. Police list 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported.
22
Driver Inattention and Glare Injure Six in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 22 - Two sedans collided on Fenimore Street. Glare and driver inattention struck hard. Six people hurt, most of them children. Metal twisted. Whiplash and fear lingered in the summer night.
A crash involving two sedans on Fenimore Street in Brooklyn left six people injured, including four children and two adults. According to the police report, 'Glare' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. The driver, a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Four children, ages 4, 6, 11, and 14, were passengers and sustained unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention and glare as key causes. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
22
SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Eastern Parkway▸Jul 22 - A 10-year-old boy lay unconscious after an SUV hit him on Eastern Parkway. The crash left him with head and crush injuries. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A 10-year-old pedestrian suffered head and crush injuries after being struck by a station wagon/SUV on Eastern Parkway at Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing outside a signal or crosswalk when the westbound SUV hit him with its left front bumper. The boy was found unconscious at the scene. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
22
Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
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E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
17
Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
-
FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
Aug 12 - The driver of an unlicensed e-bike turned right on Bedford Ave at Lincoln Rd and hit a cyclist going straight. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered severe facial lacerations. Police cited failure to yield.
The driver of an unlicensed e-bike made a right turn on Bedford Avenue at Lincoln Road and hit a cyclist who was traveling straight. The 34-year-old bicyclist was ejected and suffered severe facial lacerations; he remained conscious. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report records the point of impact as the e-bike’s center front end against the bicycle’s left front. The e-bike operator is listed as unlicensed. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
6
Aggressive Driver Hits Elderly Pedestrian on Flatbush▸Aug 6 - A driver started from parking on Flatbush Ave and hit a 72-year-old man at Parkside Ave. The man suffered facial fractures and was conscious at the scene. Police cite aggressive driving and driver inattention.
A driver started from parking on Flatbush Ave at Parkside Ave and struck a 72-year-old pedestrian. The man sustained fractures to his face and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the crash involved "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle made contact with its left front bumper while traveling north; the pre-crash action is recorded as 'Starting from Parking' and the point of impact as 'Left Front Bumper.' Vehicle occupants were recorded as none and no vehicle damage was reported. Police list aggressive driving and driver distraction as contributing factors.
4
Driver hits man at Crown and Rogers intersection▸Aug 4 - A northbound driver going straight hit a man in the Crown Street and Rogers Avenue intersection. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic control disregarded by the driver. The man suffered crush injuries to his face and stayed conscious.
A 43-year-old man was hurt while crossing at Crown Street and Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a northbound driver going straight hit him in the intersection. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Traffic Control Disregarded by the driver as contributing factors. The man suffered crush injuries to his face and remained conscious at the scene. No details were provided about the vehicle type, registration, or the driver. The report places the man in the intersection at the time of impact.
31
SUV Rear-ender on Rogers Ave Injures Driver▸Jul 31 - Two SUVs collided on Rogers Ave at Lefferts. A 41-year-old driver suffered a back contusion. Police recorded 'Following Too Closely.' One driver was conscious and restrained. Metal hit metal. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles traveling north on Rogers Avenue at Lefferts Avenue collided when the left front bumper of one struck the center back end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver was injured, reported conscious with a back contusion and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' Police listed Following Too Closely as the contributing factor for the injured occupant. Both vehicles were going straight ahead when the collision occurred. The injured driver was recorded as wearing a lap belt and harness; no other contributing factors were listed.
29
Bus Driver Hits Woman at Flatbush, Lincoln▸Jul 29 - A bus driver turned right at Flatbush and Lincoln and hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection. She suffered bruises and stayed conscious. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and an obstructed view.
A bus driver making a right turn at Flatbush Avenue and Lincoln Road hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection at 10:25 p.m. She suffered bruises to her entire body and stayed conscious. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right of way and had a limited or obstructed view. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "View Obstructed/Limited" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the bus. The crash occurred in Brooklyn, within the 71st Precinct.
25
Passenger Opens Sedan Door, Scooter Driver Injured▸Jul 25 - A parked sedan's right-side door opened into a scooter rider on Kingston Avenue. The 35-year-old scooter driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. Police cited passenger distraction.
According to the police report, a parked sedan and a standing scooter collided when the sedan's right-side door opened into the scooter's path on Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 35-year-old man, was treated for a contusion to his elbow/lower arm/hand and remained conscious. The report lists the sedan as parked and the scooter as going straight; the point of impact was the sedan's right side doors. Police list 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported.
22
Driver Inattention and Glare Injure Six in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 22 - Two sedans collided on Fenimore Street. Glare and driver inattention struck hard. Six people hurt, most of them children. Metal twisted. Whiplash and fear lingered in the summer night.
A crash involving two sedans on Fenimore Street in Brooklyn left six people injured, including four children and two adults. According to the police report, 'Glare' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. The driver, a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Four children, ages 4, 6, 11, and 14, were passengers and sustained unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention and glare as key causes. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
22
SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Eastern Parkway▸Jul 22 - A 10-year-old boy lay unconscious after an SUV hit him on Eastern Parkway. The crash left him with head and crush injuries. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A 10-year-old pedestrian suffered head and crush injuries after being struck by a station wagon/SUV on Eastern Parkway at Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing outside a signal or crosswalk when the westbound SUV hit him with its left front bumper. The boy was found unconscious at the scene. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
22
Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
-
E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
17
Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
-
FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
Aug 6 - A driver started from parking on Flatbush Ave and hit a 72-year-old man at Parkside Ave. The man suffered facial fractures and was conscious at the scene. Police cite aggressive driving and driver inattention.
A driver started from parking on Flatbush Ave at Parkside Ave and struck a 72-year-old pedestrian. The man sustained fractures to his face and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the crash involved "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle made contact with its left front bumper while traveling north; the pre-crash action is recorded as 'Starting from Parking' and the point of impact as 'Left Front Bumper.' Vehicle occupants were recorded as none and no vehicle damage was reported. Police list aggressive driving and driver distraction as contributing factors.
4
Driver hits man at Crown and Rogers intersection▸Aug 4 - A northbound driver going straight hit a man in the Crown Street and Rogers Avenue intersection. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic control disregarded by the driver. The man suffered crush injuries to his face and stayed conscious.
A 43-year-old man was hurt while crossing at Crown Street and Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a northbound driver going straight hit him in the intersection. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Traffic Control Disregarded by the driver as contributing factors. The man suffered crush injuries to his face and remained conscious at the scene. No details were provided about the vehicle type, registration, or the driver. The report places the man in the intersection at the time of impact.
31
SUV Rear-ender on Rogers Ave Injures Driver▸Jul 31 - Two SUVs collided on Rogers Ave at Lefferts. A 41-year-old driver suffered a back contusion. Police recorded 'Following Too Closely.' One driver was conscious and restrained. Metal hit metal. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles traveling north on Rogers Avenue at Lefferts Avenue collided when the left front bumper of one struck the center back end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver was injured, reported conscious with a back contusion and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' Police listed Following Too Closely as the contributing factor for the injured occupant. Both vehicles were going straight ahead when the collision occurred. The injured driver was recorded as wearing a lap belt and harness; no other contributing factors were listed.
29
Bus Driver Hits Woman at Flatbush, Lincoln▸Jul 29 - A bus driver turned right at Flatbush and Lincoln and hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection. She suffered bruises and stayed conscious. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and an obstructed view.
A bus driver making a right turn at Flatbush Avenue and Lincoln Road hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection at 10:25 p.m. She suffered bruises to her entire body and stayed conscious. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right of way and had a limited or obstructed view. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "View Obstructed/Limited" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the bus. The crash occurred in Brooklyn, within the 71st Precinct.
25
Passenger Opens Sedan Door, Scooter Driver Injured▸Jul 25 - A parked sedan's right-side door opened into a scooter rider on Kingston Avenue. The 35-year-old scooter driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. Police cited passenger distraction.
According to the police report, a parked sedan and a standing scooter collided when the sedan's right-side door opened into the scooter's path on Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 35-year-old man, was treated for a contusion to his elbow/lower arm/hand and remained conscious. The report lists the sedan as parked and the scooter as going straight; the point of impact was the sedan's right side doors. Police list 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported.
22
Driver Inattention and Glare Injure Six in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 22 - Two sedans collided on Fenimore Street. Glare and driver inattention struck hard. Six people hurt, most of them children. Metal twisted. Whiplash and fear lingered in the summer night.
A crash involving two sedans on Fenimore Street in Brooklyn left six people injured, including four children and two adults. According to the police report, 'Glare' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. The driver, a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Four children, ages 4, 6, 11, and 14, were passengers and sustained unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention and glare as key causes. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
22
SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Eastern Parkway▸Jul 22 - A 10-year-old boy lay unconscious after an SUV hit him on Eastern Parkway. The crash left him with head and crush injuries. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A 10-year-old pedestrian suffered head and crush injuries after being struck by a station wagon/SUV on Eastern Parkway at Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing outside a signal or crosswalk when the westbound SUV hit him with its left front bumper. The boy was found unconscious at the scene. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
22
Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
-
E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
17
Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
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FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
Aug 4 - A northbound driver going straight hit a man in the Crown Street and Rogers Avenue intersection. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic control disregarded by the driver. The man suffered crush injuries to his face and stayed conscious.
A 43-year-old man was hurt while crossing at Crown Street and Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a northbound driver going straight hit him in the intersection. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Traffic Control Disregarded by the driver as contributing factors. The man suffered crush injuries to his face and remained conscious at the scene. No details were provided about the vehicle type, registration, or the driver. The report places the man in the intersection at the time of impact.
31
SUV Rear-ender on Rogers Ave Injures Driver▸Jul 31 - Two SUVs collided on Rogers Ave at Lefferts. A 41-year-old driver suffered a back contusion. Police recorded 'Following Too Closely.' One driver was conscious and restrained. Metal hit metal. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles traveling north on Rogers Avenue at Lefferts Avenue collided when the left front bumper of one struck the center back end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver was injured, reported conscious with a back contusion and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' Police listed Following Too Closely as the contributing factor for the injured occupant. Both vehicles were going straight ahead when the collision occurred. The injured driver was recorded as wearing a lap belt and harness; no other contributing factors were listed.
29
Bus Driver Hits Woman at Flatbush, Lincoln▸Jul 29 - A bus driver turned right at Flatbush and Lincoln and hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection. She suffered bruises and stayed conscious. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and an obstructed view.
A bus driver making a right turn at Flatbush Avenue and Lincoln Road hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection at 10:25 p.m. She suffered bruises to her entire body and stayed conscious. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right of way and had a limited or obstructed view. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "View Obstructed/Limited" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the bus. The crash occurred in Brooklyn, within the 71st Precinct.
25
Passenger Opens Sedan Door, Scooter Driver Injured▸Jul 25 - A parked sedan's right-side door opened into a scooter rider on Kingston Avenue. The 35-year-old scooter driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. Police cited passenger distraction.
According to the police report, a parked sedan and a standing scooter collided when the sedan's right-side door opened into the scooter's path on Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 35-year-old man, was treated for a contusion to his elbow/lower arm/hand and remained conscious. The report lists the sedan as parked and the scooter as going straight; the point of impact was the sedan's right side doors. Police list 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported.
22
Driver Inattention and Glare Injure Six in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 22 - Two sedans collided on Fenimore Street. Glare and driver inattention struck hard. Six people hurt, most of them children. Metal twisted. Whiplash and fear lingered in the summer night.
A crash involving two sedans on Fenimore Street in Brooklyn left six people injured, including four children and two adults. According to the police report, 'Glare' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. The driver, a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Four children, ages 4, 6, 11, and 14, were passengers and sustained unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention and glare as key causes. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
22
SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Eastern Parkway▸Jul 22 - A 10-year-old boy lay unconscious after an SUV hit him on Eastern Parkway. The crash left him with head and crush injuries. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A 10-year-old pedestrian suffered head and crush injuries after being struck by a station wagon/SUV on Eastern Parkway at Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing outside a signal or crosswalk when the westbound SUV hit him with its left front bumper. The boy was found unconscious at the scene. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
22
Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
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E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
17
Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
-
FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
Jul 31 - Two SUVs collided on Rogers Ave at Lefferts. A 41-year-old driver suffered a back contusion. Police recorded 'Following Too Closely.' One driver was conscious and restrained. Metal hit metal. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles traveling north on Rogers Avenue at Lefferts Avenue collided when the left front bumper of one struck the center back end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver was injured, reported conscious with a back contusion and not ejected. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' Police listed Following Too Closely as the contributing factor for the injured occupant. Both vehicles were going straight ahead when the collision occurred. The injured driver was recorded as wearing a lap belt and harness; no other contributing factors were listed.
29
Bus Driver Hits Woman at Flatbush, Lincoln▸Jul 29 - A bus driver turned right at Flatbush and Lincoln and hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection. She suffered bruises and stayed conscious. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and an obstructed view.
A bus driver making a right turn at Flatbush Avenue and Lincoln Road hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection at 10:25 p.m. She suffered bruises to her entire body and stayed conscious. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right of way and had a limited or obstructed view. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "View Obstructed/Limited" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the bus. The crash occurred in Brooklyn, within the 71st Precinct.
25
Passenger Opens Sedan Door, Scooter Driver Injured▸Jul 25 - A parked sedan's right-side door opened into a scooter rider on Kingston Avenue. The 35-year-old scooter driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. Police cited passenger distraction.
According to the police report, a parked sedan and a standing scooter collided when the sedan's right-side door opened into the scooter's path on Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 35-year-old man, was treated for a contusion to his elbow/lower arm/hand and remained conscious. The report lists the sedan as parked and the scooter as going straight; the point of impact was the sedan's right side doors. Police list 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported.
22
Driver Inattention and Glare Injure Six in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 22 - Two sedans collided on Fenimore Street. Glare and driver inattention struck hard. Six people hurt, most of them children. Metal twisted. Whiplash and fear lingered in the summer night.
A crash involving two sedans on Fenimore Street in Brooklyn left six people injured, including four children and two adults. According to the police report, 'Glare' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. The driver, a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Four children, ages 4, 6, 11, and 14, were passengers and sustained unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention and glare as key causes. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
22
SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Eastern Parkway▸Jul 22 - A 10-year-old boy lay unconscious after an SUV hit him on Eastern Parkway. The crash left him with head and crush injuries. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A 10-year-old pedestrian suffered head and crush injuries after being struck by a station wagon/SUV on Eastern Parkway at Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing outside a signal or crosswalk when the westbound SUV hit him with its left front bumper. The boy was found unconscious at the scene. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
22
Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
-
E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
17
Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
-
FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
Jul 29 - A bus driver turned right at Flatbush and Lincoln and hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection. She suffered bruises and stayed conscious. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and an obstructed view.
A bus driver making a right turn at Flatbush Avenue and Lincoln Road hit a 39-year-old woman in the intersection at 10:25 p.m. She suffered bruises to her entire body and stayed conscious. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right of way and had a limited or obstructed view. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "View Obstructed/Limited" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the bus. The crash occurred in Brooklyn, within the 71st Precinct.
25
Passenger Opens Sedan Door, Scooter Driver Injured▸Jul 25 - A parked sedan's right-side door opened into a scooter rider on Kingston Avenue. The 35-year-old scooter driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. Police cited passenger distraction.
According to the police report, a parked sedan and a standing scooter collided when the sedan's right-side door opened into the scooter's path on Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 35-year-old man, was treated for a contusion to his elbow/lower arm/hand and remained conscious. The report lists the sedan as parked and the scooter as going straight; the point of impact was the sedan's right side doors. Police list 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported.
22
Driver Inattention and Glare Injure Six in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 22 - Two sedans collided on Fenimore Street. Glare and driver inattention struck hard. Six people hurt, most of them children. Metal twisted. Whiplash and fear lingered in the summer night.
A crash involving two sedans on Fenimore Street in Brooklyn left six people injured, including four children and two adults. According to the police report, 'Glare' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. The driver, a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Four children, ages 4, 6, 11, and 14, were passengers and sustained unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention and glare as key causes. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
22
SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Eastern Parkway▸Jul 22 - A 10-year-old boy lay unconscious after an SUV hit him on Eastern Parkway. The crash left him with head and crush injuries. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A 10-year-old pedestrian suffered head and crush injuries after being struck by a station wagon/SUV on Eastern Parkway at Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing outside a signal or crosswalk when the westbound SUV hit him with its left front bumper. The boy was found unconscious at the scene. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
22
Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
-
E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
17
Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
-
FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
Jul 25 - A parked sedan's right-side door opened into a scooter rider on Kingston Avenue. The 35-year-old scooter driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. Police cited passenger distraction.
According to the police report, a parked sedan and a standing scooter collided when the sedan's right-side door opened into the scooter's path on Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 35-year-old man, was treated for a contusion to his elbow/lower arm/hand and remained conscious. The report lists the sedan as parked and the scooter as going straight; the point of impact was the sedan's right side doors. Police list 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported.
22
Driver Inattention and Glare Injure Six in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 22 - Two sedans collided on Fenimore Street. Glare and driver inattention struck hard. Six people hurt, most of them children. Metal twisted. Whiplash and fear lingered in the summer night.
A crash involving two sedans on Fenimore Street in Brooklyn left six people injured, including four children and two adults. According to the police report, 'Glare' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. The driver, a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Four children, ages 4, 6, 11, and 14, were passengers and sustained unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention and glare as key causes. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
22
SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Eastern Parkway▸Jul 22 - A 10-year-old boy lay unconscious after an SUV hit him on Eastern Parkway. The crash left him with head and crush injuries. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A 10-year-old pedestrian suffered head and crush injuries after being struck by a station wagon/SUV on Eastern Parkway at Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing outside a signal or crosswalk when the westbound SUV hit him with its left front bumper. The boy was found unconscious at the scene. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
22
Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
-
E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
17
Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
-
FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
Jul 22 - Two sedans collided on Fenimore Street. Glare and driver inattention struck hard. Six people hurt, most of them children. Metal twisted. Whiplash and fear lingered in the summer night.
A crash involving two sedans on Fenimore Street in Brooklyn left six people injured, including four children and two adults. According to the police report, 'Glare' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. The driver, a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Four children, ages 4, 6, 11, and 14, were passengers and sustained unspecified injuries. The report highlights driver inattention and glare as key causes. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
22
SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Eastern Parkway▸Jul 22 - A 10-year-old boy lay unconscious after an SUV hit him on Eastern Parkway. The crash left him with head and crush injuries. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A 10-year-old pedestrian suffered head and crush injuries after being struck by a station wagon/SUV on Eastern Parkway at Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing outside a signal or crosswalk when the westbound SUV hit him with its left front bumper. The boy was found unconscious at the scene. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
22
Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
-
E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
17
Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
-
FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
Jul 22 - A 10-year-old boy lay unconscious after an SUV hit him on Eastern Parkway. The crash left him with head and crush injuries. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A 10-year-old pedestrian suffered head and crush injuries after being struck by a station wagon/SUV on Eastern Parkway at Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing outside a signal or crosswalk when the westbound SUV hit him with its left front bumper. The boy was found unconscious at the scene. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the driver or vehicle occupants. The report does not specify any driver errors or violations.
22
Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
-
E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
17
Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
-
FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
- E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-22
17
Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
-
FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
- FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding, City & State NY, Published 2025-07-17