Brooklyn Bleeds While Leaders Stall: Demand Safe Streets Now

Aug 1 - SUV struck 18-year-old bicyclist on Benson Avenue. Rider suffered hip and leg abrasions. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control disregard. Bicyclist stayed conscious. System failed to protect.

According to the police report, an 18-year-old male bicyclist was hit by a 2020 Toyota SUV on Benson Avenue in Brooklyn at 21:06. The bicyclist suffered abrasions to his hip and upper leg but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors, highlighting driver error. The bicyclist was riding westbound and was not using any safety equipment. No fault is attributed to the bicyclist. The crash underscores the danger when drivers disregard traffic rules.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4745507 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 22 - A northbound SUV hit a parked sedan on 18 Avenue. The sedan’s driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inexperience. Both vehicles’ front ends were damaged in the crash.

According to the police report, a northbound Station Wagon/SUV collided with a parked westbound sedan on 18 Avenue at 21:46. The sedan’s 36-year-old male driver, who wore a lap belt and harness, sustained neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. Police listed "Driver Inexperience" as a contributing factor in the crash. The impact damaged the center front ends of both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted in the data.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4742366 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 17 - Two occupants suffered injuries in a multi-SUV crash on 68 Street in Brooklyn. Driver distraction and disregard for traffic control led to a violent impact. Both injured were conscious and restrained, with serious leg and neck injuries reported.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on 68 Street near 17 Avenue in Brooklyn at 18:10. The collision involved multiple SUVs, with one vehicle parked and struck on its left rear bumper, and another SUV traveling north striking the front of a third SUV. The driver of the northbound SUV was cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction and Traffic Control Disregarded, indicating failure to maintain proper attention and obey traffic signals. Two occupants were injured: a 29-year-old female front passenger suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries, and a 25-year-old female driver experienced neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The report highlights driver errors as the primary contributing factors, with no victim behaviors noted as contributing.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4741462 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 16 - SUV hit a parked sedan in Brooklyn. Sedan driver, 41, suffered neck abrasions. Both vehicles took front quarter panel damage. Police report lists no driver errors. Streets remain unforgiving.

According to the police report, a southbound SUV collided with a parked sedan at 6226 New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn at 7:08 AM. The sedan driver, a 41-year-old man, was injured with neck abrasions but stayed conscious and was not ejected. Both vehicles were damaged at the front quarter panels. The sedan was parked; the SUV was moving straight ahead. The report lists all contributing factors as unspecified, with no direct mention of driver error or victim behavior. The focus is on the impact and injury, as the report provides no further details on cause or fault.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4741033 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 14 - A sedan traveling north struck a parked SUV on 16 Avenue. The sedan driver suffered a head injury and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness. Police cited following too closely as the contributing factor in the collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on 16 Avenue at 21:49. A sedan traveling north collided with a parked SUV, impacting the SUV's left side doors. The sedan's left rear bumper was damaged. The sedan driver, a 41-year-old male occupant, was injured with a head injury and experienced shock. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness and complained of pain or nausea. The police report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash. There were no other contributing factors listed, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing. The collision highlights driver error related to maintaining insufficient distance behind a vehicle, resulting in impact with a stationary SUV.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4740364 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 11 - A 70-year-old man driving a sedan suffered a head injury after an SUV struck the rear of his vehicle on Shore Parkway in Brooklyn. The impact damaged the sedan’s center back end and the SUV’s front center, leaving the driver conscious but injured.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:40 on Shore Parkway in Brooklyn. A 70-year-old male sedan driver, wearing a lap belt, was injured with a head injury and remained conscious after the collision. The SUV, traveling east and going straight ahead, struck the sedan from behind, impacting the sedan's center back end and damaging the SUV's front center. The sedan was stopped in traffic at the time of impact. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, but the collision pattern indicates a failure to maintain safe distance or attention by the SUV driver. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and operating vehicles registered in New York.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4739689 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 11 - A motorcycle collided with an SUV on 15 Avenue in Brooklyn. The unlicensed motorcyclist was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard and driver inexperience as contributing factors in the crash.

At 6:44 AM on 15 Avenue in Brooklyn, a collision occurred between a motorcycle traveling north and an eastbound SUV, according to the police report. The motorcycle driver, a 21-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The motorcyclist was unlicensed, and despite wearing a helmet, the crash resulted in serious injuries. The SUV struck the motorcycle on its left side doors, damaging its center front end. The police report emphasizes the motorcyclist's disregard for traffic control and the inexperience behind the wheel as key causes, without attributing fault to the injured rider.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4739474 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 9 - A Hyundai sedan’s left front slammed into a 13-year-old boy on 71st Street near 17th Avenue. The boy’s leg was crushed. He lay in shock as dusk fell. The street bore witness to another child’s pain.

A 13-year-old boy was struck and severely injured by a Hyundai sedan on 71st Street near 17th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the sedan’s left front quarter panel hit the boy, crushing his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report notes the boy was playing in the roadway when the collision occurred. The driver was traveling east and going straight ahead at the time of impact. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as 'Failure to Yield' or 'Distraction' were cited, but the impact location and narrative underscore the lethal risk posed by vehicles on neighborhood streets. The boy suffered crush injuries and was left in shock on the pavement, as detailed in the official account.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4739429 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 7 - Two sedans collided on Bay Parkway in Brooklyn. The 58-year-old male driver suffered back contusions but was conscious and restrained. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:49 on Bay Parkway in Brooklyn involving two sedans. The 58-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured with back contusions but remained conscious and was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor leading to the collision. One sedan had damage to its center front end, while the other sustained damage to its right front bumper. The driver of the injured vehicle was licensed and operating a 2019 Nissan sedan, which was initially parked before the crash. The other vehicle, a 2015 Toyota sedan, was traveling west at the time. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4738733 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 3 - SUV turned left, struck moped head-on in Brooklyn. Moped driver suffered knee and leg injuries. Impact hit moped’s front, SUV’s rear. Police list no driver errors. Vulnerable rider hurt in turning collision.

According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn collided with a moped traveling eastbound on 65 Street near 16 Avenue in Brooklyn at 16:50. The moped’s left front bumper struck the SUV’s right rear quarter panel. The moped driver, a 41-year-old man, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was wearing a helmet. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors cited. The SUV driver was licensed and female. This crash shows the danger when turning vehicles cross paths with vulnerable moped riders.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4737828 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 2 - A 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries after colliding with a 2023 Kia SUV on 65 Street in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling north when impact occurred at the front ends. The bicyclist was conscious but injured.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:15 on 65 Street in Brooklyn involving a northbound bicyclist and a northbound 2023 Kia SUV. The bicyclist, a 32-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained head injuries classified as severity level 3. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bike and the center front end of the SUV. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the bicyclist but does not specify any driver errors or contributing factors for the SUV driver. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision resulted in internal complaints and serious injury to the bicyclist, highlighting the dangers faced by vulnerable road users in vehicle crashes.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4737827 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 29 - A sedan driver traveling south on Avenue S in Brooklyn suffered a hip and upper leg injury after disregarding traffic control. The vehicle's right front quarter panel was damaged. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:08 on Avenue S near Mc Donald Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, a 40-year-old male, was operating a 2014 Toyota sedan traveling straight ahead southbound when the collision occurred. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. The driver was injured with contusions and bruises to the hip and upper leg but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The report explicitly identifies the driver's failure to obey traffic control as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to victim behavior.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4736644 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 28 - A moped rider was ejected and injured after a collision with an SUV in Brooklyn. The SUV driver’s inattention and unsafe speed caused the crash. The rider suffered head abrasions and was not wearing safety equipment.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on 79 Street near 21 Avenue in Brooklyn at noon. The crash involved a moped traveling south and an eastbound SUV. The moped driver, a 33-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained head abrasions classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors, specifically pointing to the SUV driver’s errors. The moped driver was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment at the time of the crash. The SUV sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the moped was damaged at the center front end. The collision’s impact and resulting injuries highlight the dangers posed by distracted driving and speeding in Brooklyn’s streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4736459 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 26 - Two SUVs collided on 15 Avenue in Brooklyn at night. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way, causing a crash that injured a 55-year-old female driver. Impact struck center front and left side, leaving one with a back contusion and bruises.

According to the police report, two SUVs collided on 15 Avenue in Brooklyn around 9 PM. Both drivers were cited for Failure to Yield Right-of-Way, a critical factor in the crash. The first vehicle, a 2005 Dodge SUV traveling south, struck the center front end of the second vehicle, a 2024 Toyota SUV traveling east, which was impacted on its left side doors and left rear quarter panel. The female driver of the Toyota, age 55, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists Failure to Yield Right-of-Way as the primary contributing factor, emphasizing driver error without attributing fault to the injured occupant. No other contributing victim behaviors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4736272 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 26 - A man crossed 19th Avenue with the light. A Honda hit him. His leg tore open. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed conscious, pain sharp and bright. The car showed no mark. The street bore the wound.

According to the police report, a man was crossing 19th Avenue at the intersection, moving with the signal, when a Honda struck him. The impact tore open his leg, causing severe bleeding. The report states the pedestrian remained conscious at the scene. The police narrative notes, 'A Honda hit him. His leg tore open. Blood spread on the street. He stayed awake. The car bore no mark.' The vehicle, a Honda car or SUV, showed no visible damage. The report does not list any contributing factors for the driver, but it explicitly states the pedestrian was 'crossing with signal.' The collision left the pedestrian with significant injuries to his lower leg and foot. The focus remains on the driver’s actions and the systemic danger present at the intersection.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4736270 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 23 - A 69-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk was struck by a moped traveling east. The collision impacted the pedestrian’s shoulder and upper arm, causing abrasions. The moped’s left front bumper bore damage from the crash.

According to the police report, a moped traveling east on 86 Street in Brooklyn struck a 69-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. The point of impact was the moped’s left front bumper, which sustained damage. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his shoulder and upper arm, including abrasions, and was conscious at the scene. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian but does not cite any driver errors explicitly. The moped driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision. No mention of pedestrian signal use or helmet use was made in the report. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face when crossing outside designated areas and the impact of vehicle contact on vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4734783 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 21 - Two SUVs collided on 65th Street in Brooklyn. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered back injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles traveled west; the lead car was stopped in traffic when struck from behind.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:20 AM on 65th Street in Brooklyn. Two SUVs traveling west were involved. The lead vehicle, a 2023 BMW SUV, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end by a 2009 Toyota SUV. The driver of the Toyota, a licensed male, was cited for driver inattention/distraction. The driver of the BMW, a 26-year-old female, was injured with back pain and shock but was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. Vehicle damage included the right rear bumper of the BMW and the left front bumper of the Toyota. The report explicitly identifies driver inattention as the contributing factor, with no mention of victim fault or other contributing behaviors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4734513 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 18 - A northbound SUV starting from parking struck a southbound box truck going straight on 64 Street. The impact hit the SUV’s front center and the truck’s left rear quarter panel. A female passenger suffered injuries amid driver distraction.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on 64 Street in Brooklyn at 13:40. A 2009 SUV driven by a licensed male driver was starting from parking, traveling north, when it collided with a 2017 box truck traveling south. The point of impact was the SUV’s center front end and the truck’s left rear quarter panel. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. A 32-year-old female occupant in the SUV, seated as a right rear passenger and secured with a lap belt and harness, was injured and experienced shock. The report does not indicate any fault or contributing behavior by the passenger. Vehicle damage was noted on both vehicles, highlighting the force of the collision. Driver errors, specifically inattention and distraction, were central to this crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4733793 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 18 - A 36-year-old man suffered full-body injuries and shock after a collision near 17 Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was not in the roadway but was confused, contributing to the incident. The SUV driver showed no vehicle damage or fault.

According to the police report, a 36-year-old male pedestrian was injured near 6301 17 Avenue in Brooklyn at 6:06 AM. The pedestrian was not in the roadway but was identified as confused, which the report lists as a contributing factor under 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The vehicle involved was a 2021 Honda SUV traveling north with one licensed male driver. The report notes no vehicle damage or point of impact, indicating no driver error such as failure to yield or reckless driving. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the entire body and was in shock, but no visible complaints were recorded. The report emphasizes pedestrian confusion as the primary factor, with no driver violations cited.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4736356 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 15 - A Jeep swung into a U-turn on Bay 25 Street. A woman stepped from behind a parked car. The bumper smashed her face. Blood pooled on the asphalt. She stayed conscious, her face torn, eyes open.

According to the police report, a Jeep SUV made a U-turn on Bay 25 Street near Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. As the vehicle swung around, a 31-year-old woman emerged from behind a parked car. The Jeep’s right front bumper struck her in the face, causing severe lacerations. The report describes blood pooling on the asphalt and notes the woman remained conscious, her face torn and eyes open. The crash occurred at 19:30. The police report lists the Jeep’s pre-crash action as 'Making U Turn.' No driver errors are explicitly cited in the report’s contributing factors field. The victim’s action—'Emerging from in Front of/Behind Parked Vehicle'—is noted in the data but not listed as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the Jeep’s maneuver and the resulting impact.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4732943 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19