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A 42-year-old man suffered a severe head injury while crossing Eastern Parkway with the signal. The driver disregarded traffic control and drove at unsafe speed, striking the pedestrian and leaving him unconscious with fractures and dislocations.

According to the police report, a 42-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on Eastern Parkway at 2:35 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals and was traveling too fast. The pedestrian sustained a severe head injury, described as a fracture, distortion, and dislocation, and was found unconscious at the scene. The vehicle was traveling west, going straight ahead, with one occupant. The report does not identify the vehicle type or driver details. The crash highlights driver errors in traffic control compliance and speed management as the primary causes of the pedestrian's serious injuries.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4706660, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The unlicensed driver changing lanes struck the left side doors of a sedan going straight. Both vehicles sustained damage. Two occupants suffered whiplash and injuries to face and shoulder.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn at 17:16. A 2021 Honda sedan, driven by an unlicensed male driver, was changing lanes when it struck the left side doors of a 2023 BMW sedan traveling north. The BMW driver was a licensed female traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the BMW and the left side doors of the Honda. The unlicensed driver’s lane change caused the collision. Two occupants in the Honda were injured: the 35-year-old male driver suffered facial injuries and whiplash, and a 29-year-old male passenger sustained shoulder and upper arm injuries with whiplash. Both were not ejected and used safety restraints. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified but highlights the unlicensed driver’s lane change as the critical error.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4705795, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn at 1:18 a.m. Unsafe speed by one driver caused the crash. A 36-year-old female driver suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation. Both vehicles struck front to front during a left turn and straight travel.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utica Avenue near Winthrop Street in Brooklyn at 1:18 a.m. Two sedans were involved: one traveling south going straight ahead, the other making a left turn traveling north. The point of impact was the center front end of one vehicle and the right front bumper of the other. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor for the crash. A 36-year-old female driver, who was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness, sustained injuries including a fractured elbow and dislocation. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The collision resulted from driver error related to unsafe speed, with no other contributing factors such as victim behavior noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4705982, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A distracted SUV driver making a left turn struck a 26-year-old e-scooter rider traveling north on Flatbush Avenue. The rider suffered shoulder and upper arm contusions but remained conscious. The collision caused damage to the SUV’s left front bumper.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:20 on Flatbush Avenue. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver, was making a left turn when it collided with a northbound e-scooter. The e-scooter rider, a 26-year-old male, was injured with contusions to his shoulder and upper arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor on the part of the SUV driver. The e-scooter sustained no damage, while the SUV’s left front bumper was damaged at the point of impact. The report also notes an unspecified contributing factor related to the rider but does not specify victim error as causal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving during turning maneuvers in mixed traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4704471, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A pedestrian crossing with the signal suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a moped struck her at an intersection in Brooklyn. The impact to the pedestrian's center front end caused bruising and moderate injury, according to the police report.

According to the police report, a moped traveling west on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn struck a female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises, classified as injury severity level 3. The point of impact was the moped's center front end, which also sustained damage. The report does not list any contributing factors for the driver or the pedestrian. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No driver errors such as failure to yield or other violations were explicitly cited in the report. The collision highlights the dangers vulnerable road users face even when crossing lawfully.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4704377, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A taxi driver’s distraction at Utica Avenue and East New York Avenue sent a 31-year-old motorcyclist flying, face torn and bleeding, helmetless on the pavement. The street stood silent as the crash’s violence echoed in the winter air.

A violent collision unfolded at the corner of Utica Avenue and East New York Avenue when a ZHILONG motorcycle slammed into the front of a taxi, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 13:46. The 31-year-old motorcycle rider was ejected, landing on the street with severe facial lacerations and bleeding, but remained conscious. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, pointing directly to the actions of the taxi driver. The report does not cite any contributing behaviors by the motorcyclist beyond noting that he was not wearing a helmet. The impact and aftermath left the street in stunned silence, underscoring the consequences of driver distraction in New York City’s dense traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4697033, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A northbound bus struck a southbound garbage truck on Rochester Avenue. The bus driver, following too closely, hit the truck’s left front bumper. Seven bus occupants, including children, suffered whole-body injuries and shock, none ejected, all injured inside the vehicle.

According to the police report, a 2024 bus traveling north on Rochester Avenue collided with a 2023 garbage truck traveling south. The bus driver, a 41-year-old woman, was cited for 'Following Too Closely,' which caused the collision. The point of impact was the bus’s left front bumper striking the truck, which sustained no damage. Seven bus occupants, including children aged 5 to 16, were injured with whole-body trauma and shock. None were ejected from the vehicle. All occupants were passengers except the driver. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor for the bus driver. No victim behaviors or pedestrian factors were noted. The crash occurred at 7:00 AM on Rochester Avenue, highlighting the dangers of tailgating in mixed vehicle traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4697954, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 31-year-old woman suffered severe leg fractures after a northbound SUV, distracted and starting from parking, struck her as she exited the vehicle off intersection. The impact hit the SUV’s right rear quarter panel, inflicting serious injury without victim fault.

According to the police report, a 31-year-old female pedestrian was injured while getting on or off a vehicle other than a school bus at a location not at an intersection in Brooklyn. The crash occurred around 3 p.m. The involved vehicle, a 2023 Toyota SUV traveling north, was starting from parking when it struck the pedestrian. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the SUV, which sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The police report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally, but the failure to maintain attention led to this serious collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4694684, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A taxi collided with a sedan on Eastern Parkway. A 59-year-old female passenger was injured. The driver was distracted. The impact was severe. The passenger was left in shock.

A taxi and a sedan collided on Eastern Parkway, resulting in injuries to a 59-year-old female passenger. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Outside Car Distraction.' The passenger, seated in the left rear, suffered injuries to her entire body and was not ejected. No safety equipment was used. The driver of the taxi was licensed and traveling straight ahead when the impact occurred.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4692345, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 20-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a sedan on Empire Boulevard. He was ejected and suffered a head injury. The driver was unlicensed and distracted.

A bicyclist, age 20, was injured when a sedan made a left turn and collided with him on Empire Boulevard in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash was attributed to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head contusion. The driver was unlicensed at the time of the incident. No safety equipment was noted for the bicyclist, but the focus remains on the driver's actions leading to the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4691343, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans crashed on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. One driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. The impact hit the right front bumper of one car and the right side doors of the other. Driver distraction and following too closely caused the crash.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Eastern Parkway near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of one sedan, a 32-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The collision involved the right front bumper of one vehicle striking the right side doors of the other. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors: Driver Inattention/Distraction and Following Too Closely. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash caused significant damage to both vehicles but only one occupant was injured.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4689324, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 38-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and suffered a head injury after colliding with a parked SUV on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist was unconscious at the scene. Driver inattention was cited as a contributing factor.

According to the police report, a 38-year-old male bicyclist traveling south collided with a parked 2015 Honda SUV on Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained a head injury, resulting in unconsciousness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the crash. The SUV was stationary before impact, and the collision occurred at the right side doors of the vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified. The driver of the SUV was licensed and registered in New York.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4690969, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 51-year-old woman was hit on Nostrand Avenue while crossing with the signal. The sedan was making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered chest injuries and shock. The driver showed inattention or distraction. No vehicle damage was reported.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Nostrand Avenue struck a 51-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained chest injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The driver was making a left turn at the time of the collision. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. There was no damage to the vehicle, indicating a low-speed impact. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling are mentioned.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4688589, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 20-year-old bicyclist was ejected and fractured after a collision with an unlicensed sedan driver making a right turn. The crash happened on Empire Boulevard in Brooklyn. The bicyclist wore a helmet but suffered severe whole-body injuries.

According to the police report, a sedan driven by an unlicensed male driver made a right turn and struck a bicyclist traveling straight on Empire Boulevard in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 20-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to his entire body. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Improper Passing or Lane Usage. The sedan's left front bumper collided with the bike's center front end. The bicyclist was conscious but seriously injured. The driver’s unlicensed status and failure to yield contributed directly to the crash. The bicyclist’s helmet was noted but did not prevent severe injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4687628, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan slammed into a 56-year-old man on Flatbush Avenue at Lincoln Road. He crossed with the signal. The car’s front end struck him. He lay unconscious, body crushed. The driver failed to yield. The street bore the mark of impact.

A sedan struck a 56-year-old man as he crossed Flatbush Avenue at Lincoln Road with the signal. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a 56-year-old man crossing with the signal. He lay unconscious, his body crushed. The car’s front end bore the mark. The driver did not yield.' The crash left the pedestrian unconscious with crush injuries to his entire body. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The man was in the crosswalk, following the signal, when the southbound sedan hit him head-on. No other contributing factors were cited.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4686988, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two vehicles collided on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV struck the sedan’s left side. Both drivers and a passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction was a key factor. Both occupants wore seat belts and remained conscious.

According to the police report, a 2008 SUV traveling north on Utica Avenue collided with a 2015 sedan traveling south. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left side doors and left front quarter panel. Two men in the SUV, the driver and front passenger, were injured with back pain and whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the SUV driver. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The crash caused significant damage to the left side of the sedan and SUV. No ejections occurred. The incident highlights the dangers of distracted driving on busy Brooklyn streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4685685, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A bus struck the rear of a vehicle on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Seven passengers were aboard. A 63-year-old female passenger suffered back injuries and shock. The bus driver was inattentive and following too closely. The impact damaged the bus's front bumper.

According to the police report, a 2014 STARC bus traveling northeast on Utica Avenue rear-ended another vehicle. The bus driver was cited for driver inattention and following too closely. Seven passengers were on the bus. A 63-year-old female passenger in the bus was injured, suffering back pain and shock. She was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea. The bus sustained damage to its right front bumper. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4686797, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan making a left turn struck a moped traveling east on Eastern Parkway. The moped driver suffered fractures and dislocations to his lower leg and foot. Police cited driver inattention and disregard of traffic control as causes.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Eastern Parkway made a left turn and collided with a moped going straight east. The moped driver, a 45-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. Additionally, the sedan driver disregarded traffic control. The moped was struck on its center front end, while the sedan was damaged on its right front quarter panel. The moped driver was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4683343, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Three vehicles collided on Winthrop Street. A 41-year-old female passenger suffered full-body injuries and shock. The crash involved multiple driver distractions. Damage hit the left rear, right front, and quarter panels. The injured passenger was not ejected and wore no safety equipment.

According to the police report, three vehicles traveling straight ahead collided on Winthrop Street. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV, all driven by licensed male drivers. A 41-year-old female passenger in one vehicle was injured with full-body trauma and shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the sole contributing factors to the crash. The injured occupant was not ejected and did not use any safety equipment. Vehicle damage was recorded on the left rear bumper, right front bumper, and right front quarter panel. The collision highlights multiple driver errors centered on inattention.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4684406, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan and an SUV collided on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. Three occupants suffered injuries to the back, neck, and lower leg. All were inside vehicles, none ejected. Drivers and a passenger were treated for shock and moderate injuries.

According to the police report, a 2011 Nissan sedan traveling north on Bedford Avenue struck a 2012 Dodge SUV traveling east. The sedan's front center end and the SUV's right front bumper were damaged. Three occupants were injured: a 26-year-old female driver with back injuries, a 38-year-old female front passenger with knee and lower leg injuries, and a 65-year-old male driver with neck injuries. All occupants remained inside their vehicles and were not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Injuries were classified as moderate, and all occupants experienced shock. The crash highlights the dangers of multi-vehicle collisions even without clear driver fault identified.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4683225, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15