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 13
▸ Crush Injuries 10
▸ Severe Bleeding 5
▸ Severe Lacerations 7
▸ Concussion 8
▸ Whiplash 59
▸ Contusion/Bruise 195
▸ Abrasion 108
▸ Pain/Nausea 54
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.
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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.
Caught Speeding Recently in CB 311
- 2018 Gray BMW Utility Vehicle (RVPM66) – 91 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2024 Black Audi Sedan (LSA8015) – 74 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2025 Blue Acura Sedan (KXH4599) – 53 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2024 Gray BMW Sedan (KTN5471) – 51 times • 2 in last 90d here
- 2024 Gray Ford Suburban (HXU7100) – 49 times • 1 in last 90d here
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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Brooklyn Bleeds While Leaders Stall: Demand Safe Streets Now
Brooklyn CB11: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 12, 2025
Death in the Crosswalk
Three people are dead in Brooklyn CB11 since last August. The last was just days ago: a 76-year-old woman crossing 86th Street at 18th Avenue. She made it to the intersection. She did not make it home. The city records say only this: “Apparent Death.”
In the past year, 483 people have been hurt and 5 seriously injured in crashes here. The old and the young are not spared. Two children under 18 were hit every week. Two people over 75 died. The numbers do not bleed, but the families do.
The Usual Killers
SUVs and trucks do the most damage. In three years, SUVs killed three people and hurt 326. Trucks killed two. Bikes killed one. The city calls these collisions. The street calls them endings.
What Leaders Have Done—and Not Done
Assembly Member William Colton voted yes to extend school speed zones. Senator Steve Chan voted no. Chan did vote yes to require speed-limiting devices for repeat speeders, but only after years of delay. The carnage did not wait.
A man who lost a friend on Morgan Avenue said, “I was sad and angry at the same time because I still feel that these are things that can be prevented. I was very frustrated that nothing has been done in more than three years since Daniel Vidal was killed.”
Polly Trottenberg, former DOT commissioner, put it plain: “In areas that were formally industrial—a lot of trucks, lot of heavy construction activity—that are becoming residential where cycling is more popular, we’re unfortunately seeing a lot of collisions with cyclists and trucks.”
The Disaster Is Slow, But It Is Here
This is not fate. This is policy. Every day without action is a choice. The dead do not get a second chance. The living do.
Call your council member. Call your assembly member. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand speed cameras on every block. Demand action before another name becomes a number.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Three Deaths Expose Morgan Avenue Danger, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-08-07
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4833274 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
- Three Deaths Expose Morgan Avenue Danger, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-08-07
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-12
- Two Killed By Subway Trains In NYC, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-11
- Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-05
- Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-04
- Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-03
- Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-23
- Senate Votes to Require Delivery Apps to Provide Insurance for Workers, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-13
- Advocates to DOT: End All Parking at T-Shaped Intersections, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-09-06
- City To Close Loophole That Allows Drivers to Park in Certain Crosswalks, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-07-27
- Supporters of Sammy’s Law Rally Heastie and Share Frustrations About Assembly’s Inaction on Speed Limit Reduction, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-06-05
Other Representatives
District 47
155 Kings Highway, Brooklyn, NY 11223
Room 733, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 43
6514 20th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11204
718-307-7151
250 Broadway, Suite 1841, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7045
District 17
6605 Fort Hamilton Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11219
Room 615, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Brooklyn CB11 Brooklyn Community Board 11 sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 62, District 43, AD 47, SD 17.
It contains Bensonhurst, Bath Beach, Gravesend (West).
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Brooklyn Community Board 11
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Motorcycle Hits Parked SUV in Brooklyn▸Aug 23 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on Bay Ridge Parkway. The 17-year-old motorcyclist suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. The SUV bore damage to its right rear quarter panel. Unsafe speed was cited as a contributing factor by police.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on Bay Ridge Parkway collided with a parked SUV. The motorcyclist, a 17-year-old male driver, was injured with contusions and upper arm trauma. The SUV sustained damage to its right rear quarter panel. The motorcyclist was not ejected but suffered shock. Police identified unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. No other contributing factors were specified. The motorcyclist was operating under a permit and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not assign fault to the injured motorcyclist.
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Motorcycle Ejected After Sedan Right Turn Collision▸Aug 22 - A motorcycle rider was ejected and suffered head injuries after a sedan made a right turn and struck the bike’s rear quarter panel. The rider was conscious but bruised. Driver distraction caused the crash on 71 Street.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north was hit on its center front end by a sedan making a right turn, impacting the bike’s right rear quarter panel. The motorcycle driver, a female, was ejected and sustained head contusions and bruises. She was conscious at the scene but injured. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan driver, a licensed male, was also traveling north before turning. No safety equipment was noted for the motorcycle rider. The collision occurred on 71 Street. The crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to maintain attention during turns, resulting in severe injuries to vulnerable motorcyclists.
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E-Scooter Driver Ejected in SUV Side Impact▸Aug 20 - An e-scooter collided with an SUV on 17 Avenue. The scooter driver was ejected and suffered head injuries. Police cited unsafe speed and following too closely as factors. The SUV struck the scooter’s left front quarter panel, damaging its right side doors.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured after a collision with a 2015 SUV on 17 Avenue. The e-scooter driver was ejected and sustained head abrasions. The report lists unsafe speed and following too closely as contributing factors. The SUV, traveling north, struck the e-scooter on its left front quarter panel, causing damage to the SUV’s right side doors. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and also traveling north. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe speed and close following distances in vehicle interactions.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Brooklyn Intersection▸Aug 20 - A 62-year-old man was hit by a sedan on 86 Street near 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver was distracted, striking the man with the vehicle’s front center. Shock followed the impact.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2015 Honda sedan traveling east on 86 Street struck him at an intersection near 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock after the collision. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the contributing factors to the crash. The sedan’s point of impact was the center front end, indicating the pedestrian was hit directly by the front of the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
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Sedans Crash on Bay Parkway; Three Hurt▸Aug 19 - Two sedans collided on Bay Parkway in Brooklyn. Three people suffered arm and facial injuries. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Shock and pain followed the crash. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 2013 Porsche sedan making a right turn on Bay Parkway struck a 2023 BMW sedan traveling straight north. The Porsche was hit on its left side doors; the BMW took damage to its front center. Three occupants were injured: the Porsche driver, a left rear passenger, and the BMW front passenger. Injuries included upper arm and facial trauma, with all reporting pain, nausea, and shock. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. All occupants wore seat belts and airbags deployed. No one was ejected. The crash underscores the risks posed by distracted and inexperienced drivers on Brooklyn streets.
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SUV Left Turn Hits E-Bike Passenger▸Aug 18 - A 28-year-old male passenger on an e-bike was ejected and injured in Brooklyn. The SUV made a left turn and struck the bike from behind. The passenger suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. No damage was reported on the SUV.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male passenger on an e-bike was injured when a 2023 RAM SUV made a left turn and struck the bike from behind on 65 Street in Brooklyn. The passenger was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV's point of impact was its right front bumper, while the e-bike was hit at its center back end. The report lists no specific driver errors but notes the SUV was making a left turn and the e-bike was traveling straight ahead. The injured passenger was not using any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling north; the e-bike was traveling south.
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Sedan Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Passenger▸Aug 17 - Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway at night. One driver changed lanes, striking the other from behind. A 33-year-old front passenger suffered a neck injury. The crash left her conscious but hurt. Driver inexperience was a key factor.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Belt Parkway collided when one driver changed lanes and hit the other vehicle from behind. The front passenger in the struck vehicle, a 33-year-old woman, sustained a neck injury classified as moderate. She was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the collision. The impact occurred at the center front end of the lane-changing vehicle and the center back end of the struck vehicle. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The injured passenger was not using any safety equipment at the time.
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Distracted Truck Hits Brooklyn Bicyclist▸Aug 17 - A 21-year-old male bicyclist was injured in Brooklyn when a pickup truck made a left turn and struck him. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The truck showed no damage. Driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a pickup truck traveling south on 21 Avenue made a left turn and collided with a northbound bicyclist. The 21-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining knee and lower leg trauma. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The truck's right front bumper was the point of impact, but the vehicle sustained no damage. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No other contributing factors were noted.
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92-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit on 18 Avenue▸Aug 15 - A 92-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, a 92-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing 18 Avenue at an intersection in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2012 Toyota sedan, traveling west and making a left turn, struck him on the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained damage to the left side doors. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other safety equipment or victim errors were noted.
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Moped Hits Sedan Changing Lanes in Brooklyn▸Aug 14 - A moped struck a sedan on 20 Avenue in Brooklyn at 10:20 p.m. The moped driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered bruises and leg injuries. The sedan was changing lanes. Driver distraction and improper lane use caused the crash.
According to the police report, a moped traveling north on 20 Avenue collided with a northbound sedan that was changing lanes. The moped driver, a 29-year-old female occupant, sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including inattention or distraction and improper passing or lane usage. The moped driver was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and operating a 2015 BMW. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moped and the right front bumper of the sedan. The crash resulted from the sedan's lane change combined with the moped driver's distraction and following too closely.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Belt Parkway▸Aug 12 - Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. The rear driver, distracted, slammed into the front car. Both drivers suffered chest bruises. Metal crumpled. Two people left hurt, conscious, and shaken.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling west on Belt Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the center back end of the front car. Both drivers were injured with chest contusions but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Alcohol involvement was noted for the front vehicle's passenger. Both vehicles sustained center front and back end damage. No ejections occurred. The crash left two people hurt, underscoring the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
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Bus Hits Moped on 25 Avenue, Rider Injured▸Aug 4 - A bus struck a moped on 25 Avenue late at night. The moped driver was ejected and suffered head injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard as a factor. The rider was conscious but injured, with abrasions and a serious head wound.
According to the police report, a bus traveling north on 25 Avenue collided with a moped traveling east. The moped driver, a 35-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained head injuries and abrasions. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. The bus impacted the moped's right front quarter panel with its center front end. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors were specified. The moped rider was conscious after the crash but seriously injured.
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Unlicensed Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 3 - A 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a parked sedan on 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered bruises and elbow injuries. The driver of the bike was unlicensed and inexperienced.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male bicyclist traveling north collided with a parked sedan on 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The bicyclist was ejected from the bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, with damage to its left side doors. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist remained conscious after the crash but was injured seriously enough to be noted in the report.
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5-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸Aug 1 - A 5-year-old girl was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver, distracted and inattentive, hit her with the front center of the vehicle. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, a 5-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection in Brooklyn while crossing with the signal. The crash involved a 2008 Toyota sedan traveling west, which struck the child with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. There is no indication of any fault or error on the part of the pedestrian. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end.
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SUV Overturns in Belt Parkway Crash▸Jul 30 - Two SUVs slammed together on Belt Parkway. One flipped. Both drivers hurt. Police blamed distraction. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Belt Parkway. A 24-year-old woman driving a Honda SUV changed lanes and struck a 2021 Mazda SUV driven by a 60-year-old man going straight. The Honda overturned. Both drivers were injured: the woman suffered head contusions, the man had shoulder and upper arm injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The Mazda was hit on its left rear bumper, the Honda on its right front. Both drivers wore seat belts. No other factors were listed.
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Motorcycle Collides with SUV on 18 Avenue▸Jul 29 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both drivers were distracted. The SUV was turning left; the motorcycle was going straight.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male motorcycle driver wearing a helmet was injured when his motorcycle struck the right front quarter panel of a 2014 Jeep SUV. The SUV driver was making a left turn while the motorcycle was traveling straight eastbound on 18 Avenue. Both drivers were cited for driver inattention and distraction. The motorcycle driver sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The collision caused damage to the SUV's right front quarter panel and the motorcycle's right side doors. The report lists driver inattention/distraction as the sole contributing factors.
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Gentile Opposes Closing T-Intersection Parking Loophole Safety-Boosting▸Jul 27 - DOT moves to end a rule letting drivers park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. Cars block ramps, endanger walkers, and hide danger. Advocates cheer. The city will hold a hearing. The change restores sight lines and puts people before parking.
On July 27, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) proposed a rule change to close a 2009 loophole that allowed drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. The proposal, not yet finalized, will be discussed at a virtual hearing in early September. The matter summary states: 'The city wants to reverse a 2009 policy that allows drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections, undoing a decade-and-a-half giveaway to drivers that blocked pedestrian access and made streets less safe.' Former Council Member Vincent Gentile pushed for the original exemption, arguing it would create parking and increase safety. DOT spokesperson Mona Bruno said, 'This proposed change will enhance safety and accessibility for pedestrians.' Disability and street safety advocates, including Jean Ryan, praised the move, saying the loophole blocked access for people with disabilities and endangered all pedestrians. The change will restore visibility at intersections, known as daylighting, and aligns city rules with state law requiring clear sight lines at crosswalks.
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City To Close Loophole That Allows Drivers to Park in Certain Crosswalks,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-27
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Driver Inattention Injures Woman in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 21 - Two sedans slammed together on Bay 8 Street. A young woman behind the wheel took a neck injury and shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bay 8 Street in Brooklyn. The crash left a 20-year-old woman, driving a Maryland-registered Mazda, with a neck injury and in shock. The impact struck the left front of her car and the center front of a Chrysler sedan traveling west. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. Both drivers were licensed and moving straight before the crash. No other injuries were reported. The woman wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
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Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on 83 Street▸Jul 20 - A 67-year-old man crossing against the signal was struck by a sedan backing up on 83 Street. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and full-body injuries. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and traveling west while reversing.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing against the signal on 83 Street. The sedan, traveling west, was backing up when it struck the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the entire body but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal was noted, but no contributing driver factors were specified.
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Moped and Bicycle Collide on West 11 Street▸Jul 18 - A moped and a bicycle collided head-on on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling northeast. No vehicle damage was reported. The bicyclist remained conscious.
According to the police report, a moped and a bicycle collided at the center front ends while both were traveling straight ahead northeast on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old female driver, sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. She was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The crash resulted in injury severity level 3 for the bicyclist.
Aug 23 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on Bay Ridge Parkway. The 17-year-old motorcyclist suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. The SUV bore damage to its right rear quarter panel. Unsafe speed was cited as a contributing factor by police.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on Bay Ridge Parkway collided with a parked SUV. The motorcyclist, a 17-year-old male driver, was injured with contusions and upper arm trauma. The SUV sustained damage to its right rear quarter panel. The motorcyclist was not ejected but suffered shock. Police identified unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. No other contributing factors were specified. The motorcyclist was operating under a permit and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not assign fault to the injured motorcyclist.
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Motorcycle Ejected After Sedan Right Turn Collision▸Aug 22 - A motorcycle rider was ejected and suffered head injuries after a sedan made a right turn and struck the bike’s rear quarter panel. The rider was conscious but bruised. Driver distraction caused the crash on 71 Street.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north was hit on its center front end by a sedan making a right turn, impacting the bike’s right rear quarter panel. The motorcycle driver, a female, was ejected and sustained head contusions and bruises. She was conscious at the scene but injured. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan driver, a licensed male, was also traveling north before turning. No safety equipment was noted for the motorcycle rider. The collision occurred on 71 Street. The crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to maintain attention during turns, resulting in severe injuries to vulnerable motorcyclists.
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E-Scooter Driver Ejected in SUV Side Impact▸Aug 20 - An e-scooter collided with an SUV on 17 Avenue. The scooter driver was ejected and suffered head injuries. Police cited unsafe speed and following too closely as factors. The SUV struck the scooter’s left front quarter panel, damaging its right side doors.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured after a collision with a 2015 SUV on 17 Avenue. The e-scooter driver was ejected and sustained head abrasions. The report lists unsafe speed and following too closely as contributing factors. The SUV, traveling north, struck the e-scooter on its left front quarter panel, causing damage to the SUV’s right side doors. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and also traveling north. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe speed and close following distances in vehicle interactions.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Brooklyn Intersection▸Aug 20 - A 62-year-old man was hit by a sedan on 86 Street near 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver was distracted, striking the man with the vehicle’s front center. Shock followed the impact.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2015 Honda sedan traveling east on 86 Street struck him at an intersection near 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock after the collision. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the contributing factors to the crash. The sedan’s point of impact was the center front end, indicating the pedestrian was hit directly by the front of the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
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Sedans Crash on Bay Parkway; Three Hurt▸Aug 19 - Two sedans collided on Bay Parkway in Brooklyn. Three people suffered arm and facial injuries. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Shock and pain followed the crash. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 2013 Porsche sedan making a right turn on Bay Parkway struck a 2023 BMW sedan traveling straight north. The Porsche was hit on its left side doors; the BMW took damage to its front center. Three occupants were injured: the Porsche driver, a left rear passenger, and the BMW front passenger. Injuries included upper arm and facial trauma, with all reporting pain, nausea, and shock. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. All occupants wore seat belts and airbags deployed. No one was ejected. The crash underscores the risks posed by distracted and inexperienced drivers on Brooklyn streets.
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SUV Left Turn Hits E-Bike Passenger▸Aug 18 - A 28-year-old male passenger on an e-bike was ejected and injured in Brooklyn. The SUV made a left turn and struck the bike from behind. The passenger suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. No damage was reported on the SUV.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male passenger on an e-bike was injured when a 2023 RAM SUV made a left turn and struck the bike from behind on 65 Street in Brooklyn. The passenger was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV's point of impact was its right front bumper, while the e-bike was hit at its center back end. The report lists no specific driver errors but notes the SUV was making a left turn and the e-bike was traveling straight ahead. The injured passenger was not using any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling north; the e-bike was traveling south.
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Sedan Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Passenger▸Aug 17 - Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway at night. One driver changed lanes, striking the other from behind. A 33-year-old front passenger suffered a neck injury. The crash left her conscious but hurt. Driver inexperience was a key factor.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Belt Parkway collided when one driver changed lanes and hit the other vehicle from behind. The front passenger in the struck vehicle, a 33-year-old woman, sustained a neck injury classified as moderate. She was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the collision. The impact occurred at the center front end of the lane-changing vehicle and the center back end of the struck vehicle. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The injured passenger was not using any safety equipment at the time.
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Distracted Truck Hits Brooklyn Bicyclist▸Aug 17 - A 21-year-old male bicyclist was injured in Brooklyn when a pickup truck made a left turn and struck him. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The truck showed no damage. Driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a pickup truck traveling south on 21 Avenue made a left turn and collided with a northbound bicyclist. The 21-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining knee and lower leg trauma. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The truck's right front bumper was the point of impact, but the vehicle sustained no damage. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No other contributing factors were noted.
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92-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit on 18 Avenue▸Aug 15 - A 92-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, a 92-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing 18 Avenue at an intersection in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2012 Toyota sedan, traveling west and making a left turn, struck him on the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained damage to the left side doors. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other safety equipment or victim errors were noted.
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Moped Hits Sedan Changing Lanes in Brooklyn▸Aug 14 - A moped struck a sedan on 20 Avenue in Brooklyn at 10:20 p.m. The moped driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered bruises and leg injuries. The sedan was changing lanes. Driver distraction and improper lane use caused the crash.
According to the police report, a moped traveling north on 20 Avenue collided with a northbound sedan that was changing lanes. The moped driver, a 29-year-old female occupant, sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including inattention or distraction and improper passing or lane usage. The moped driver was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and operating a 2015 BMW. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moped and the right front bumper of the sedan. The crash resulted from the sedan's lane change combined with the moped driver's distraction and following too closely.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Belt Parkway▸Aug 12 - Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. The rear driver, distracted, slammed into the front car. Both drivers suffered chest bruises. Metal crumpled. Two people left hurt, conscious, and shaken.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling west on Belt Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the center back end of the front car. Both drivers were injured with chest contusions but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Alcohol involvement was noted for the front vehicle's passenger. Both vehicles sustained center front and back end damage. No ejections occurred. The crash left two people hurt, underscoring the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
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Bus Hits Moped on 25 Avenue, Rider Injured▸Aug 4 - A bus struck a moped on 25 Avenue late at night. The moped driver was ejected and suffered head injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard as a factor. The rider was conscious but injured, with abrasions and a serious head wound.
According to the police report, a bus traveling north on 25 Avenue collided with a moped traveling east. The moped driver, a 35-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained head injuries and abrasions. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. The bus impacted the moped's right front quarter panel with its center front end. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors were specified. The moped rider was conscious after the crash but seriously injured.
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Unlicensed Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 3 - A 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a parked sedan on 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered bruises and elbow injuries. The driver of the bike was unlicensed and inexperienced.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male bicyclist traveling north collided with a parked sedan on 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The bicyclist was ejected from the bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, with damage to its left side doors. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist remained conscious after the crash but was injured seriously enough to be noted in the report.
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5-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸Aug 1 - A 5-year-old girl was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver, distracted and inattentive, hit her with the front center of the vehicle. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, a 5-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection in Brooklyn while crossing with the signal. The crash involved a 2008 Toyota sedan traveling west, which struck the child with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. There is no indication of any fault or error on the part of the pedestrian. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end.
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SUV Overturns in Belt Parkway Crash▸Jul 30 - Two SUVs slammed together on Belt Parkway. One flipped. Both drivers hurt. Police blamed distraction. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Belt Parkway. A 24-year-old woman driving a Honda SUV changed lanes and struck a 2021 Mazda SUV driven by a 60-year-old man going straight. The Honda overturned. Both drivers were injured: the woman suffered head contusions, the man had shoulder and upper arm injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The Mazda was hit on its left rear bumper, the Honda on its right front. Both drivers wore seat belts. No other factors were listed.
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Motorcycle Collides with SUV on 18 Avenue▸Jul 29 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both drivers were distracted. The SUV was turning left; the motorcycle was going straight.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male motorcycle driver wearing a helmet was injured when his motorcycle struck the right front quarter panel of a 2014 Jeep SUV. The SUV driver was making a left turn while the motorcycle was traveling straight eastbound on 18 Avenue. Both drivers were cited for driver inattention and distraction. The motorcycle driver sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The collision caused damage to the SUV's right front quarter panel and the motorcycle's right side doors. The report lists driver inattention/distraction as the sole contributing factors.
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Gentile Opposes Closing T-Intersection Parking Loophole Safety-Boosting▸Jul 27 - DOT moves to end a rule letting drivers park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. Cars block ramps, endanger walkers, and hide danger. Advocates cheer. The city will hold a hearing. The change restores sight lines and puts people before parking.
On July 27, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) proposed a rule change to close a 2009 loophole that allowed drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. The proposal, not yet finalized, will be discussed at a virtual hearing in early September. The matter summary states: 'The city wants to reverse a 2009 policy that allows drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections, undoing a decade-and-a-half giveaway to drivers that blocked pedestrian access and made streets less safe.' Former Council Member Vincent Gentile pushed for the original exemption, arguing it would create parking and increase safety. DOT spokesperson Mona Bruno said, 'This proposed change will enhance safety and accessibility for pedestrians.' Disability and street safety advocates, including Jean Ryan, praised the move, saying the loophole blocked access for people with disabilities and endangered all pedestrians. The change will restore visibility at intersections, known as daylighting, and aligns city rules with state law requiring clear sight lines at crosswalks.
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City To Close Loophole That Allows Drivers to Park in Certain Crosswalks,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-27
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Driver Inattention Injures Woman in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 21 - Two sedans slammed together on Bay 8 Street. A young woman behind the wheel took a neck injury and shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bay 8 Street in Brooklyn. The crash left a 20-year-old woman, driving a Maryland-registered Mazda, with a neck injury and in shock. The impact struck the left front of her car and the center front of a Chrysler sedan traveling west. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. Both drivers were licensed and moving straight before the crash. No other injuries were reported. The woman wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
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Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on 83 Street▸Jul 20 - A 67-year-old man crossing against the signal was struck by a sedan backing up on 83 Street. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and full-body injuries. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and traveling west while reversing.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing against the signal on 83 Street. The sedan, traveling west, was backing up when it struck the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the entire body but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal was noted, but no contributing driver factors were specified.
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Moped and Bicycle Collide on West 11 Street▸Jul 18 - A moped and a bicycle collided head-on on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling northeast. No vehicle damage was reported. The bicyclist remained conscious.
According to the police report, a moped and a bicycle collided at the center front ends while both were traveling straight ahead northeast on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old female driver, sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. She was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The crash resulted in injury severity level 3 for the bicyclist.
Aug 22 - A motorcycle rider was ejected and suffered head injuries after a sedan made a right turn and struck the bike’s rear quarter panel. The rider was conscious but bruised. Driver distraction caused the crash on 71 Street.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north was hit on its center front end by a sedan making a right turn, impacting the bike’s right rear quarter panel. The motorcycle driver, a female, was ejected and sustained head contusions and bruises. She was conscious at the scene but injured. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan driver, a licensed male, was also traveling north before turning. No safety equipment was noted for the motorcycle rider. The collision occurred on 71 Street. The crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to maintain attention during turns, resulting in severe injuries to vulnerable motorcyclists.
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E-Scooter Driver Ejected in SUV Side Impact▸Aug 20 - An e-scooter collided with an SUV on 17 Avenue. The scooter driver was ejected and suffered head injuries. Police cited unsafe speed and following too closely as factors. The SUV struck the scooter’s left front quarter panel, damaging its right side doors.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured after a collision with a 2015 SUV on 17 Avenue. The e-scooter driver was ejected and sustained head abrasions. The report lists unsafe speed and following too closely as contributing factors. The SUV, traveling north, struck the e-scooter on its left front quarter panel, causing damage to the SUV’s right side doors. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and also traveling north. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe speed and close following distances in vehicle interactions.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Brooklyn Intersection▸Aug 20 - A 62-year-old man was hit by a sedan on 86 Street near 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver was distracted, striking the man with the vehicle’s front center. Shock followed the impact.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2015 Honda sedan traveling east on 86 Street struck him at an intersection near 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock after the collision. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the contributing factors to the crash. The sedan’s point of impact was the center front end, indicating the pedestrian was hit directly by the front of the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
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Sedans Crash on Bay Parkway; Three Hurt▸Aug 19 - Two sedans collided on Bay Parkway in Brooklyn. Three people suffered arm and facial injuries. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Shock and pain followed the crash. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 2013 Porsche sedan making a right turn on Bay Parkway struck a 2023 BMW sedan traveling straight north. The Porsche was hit on its left side doors; the BMW took damage to its front center. Three occupants were injured: the Porsche driver, a left rear passenger, and the BMW front passenger. Injuries included upper arm and facial trauma, with all reporting pain, nausea, and shock. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. All occupants wore seat belts and airbags deployed. No one was ejected. The crash underscores the risks posed by distracted and inexperienced drivers on Brooklyn streets.
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SUV Left Turn Hits E-Bike Passenger▸Aug 18 - A 28-year-old male passenger on an e-bike was ejected and injured in Brooklyn. The SUV made a left turn and struck the bike from behind. The passenger suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. No damage was reported on the SUV.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male passenger on an e-bike was injured when a 2023 RAM SUV made a left turn and struck the bike from behind on 65 Street in Brooklyn. The passenger was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV's point of impact was its right front bumper, while the e-bike was hit at its center back end. The report lists no specific driver errors but notes the SUV was making a left turn and the e-bike was traveling straight ahead. The injured passenger was not using any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling north; the e-bike was traveling south.
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Sedan Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Passenger▸Aug 17 - Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway at night. One driver changed lanes, striking the other from behind. A 33-year-old front passenger suffered a neck injury. The crash left her conscious but hurt. Driver inexperience was a key factor.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Belt Parkway collided when one driver changed lanes and hit the other vehicle from behind. The front passenger in the struck vehicle, a 33-year-old woman, sustained a neck injury classified as moderate. She was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the collision. The impact occurred at the center front end of the lane-changing vehicle and the center back end of the struck vehicle. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The injured passenger was not using any safety equipment at the time.
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Distracted Truck Hits Brooklyn Bicyclist▸Aug 17 - A 21-year-old male bicyclist was injured in Brooklyn when a pickup truck made a left turn and struck him. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The truck showed no damage. Driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a pickup truck traveling south on 21 Avenue made a left turn and collided with a northbound bicyclist. The 21-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining knee and lower leg trauma. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The truck's right front bumper was the point of impact, but the vehicle sustained no damage. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No other contributing factors were noted.
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92-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit on 18 Avenue▸Aug 15 - A 92-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, a 92-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing 18 Avenue at an intersection in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2012 Toyota sedan, traveling west and making a left turn, struck him on the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained damage to the left side doors. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other safety equipment or victim errors were noted.
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Moped Hits Sedan Changing Lanes in Brooklyn▸Aug 14 - A moped struck a sedan on 20 Avenue in Brooklyn at 10:20 p.m. The moped driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered bruises and leg injuries. The sedan was changing lanes. Driver distraction and improper lane use caused the crash.
According to the police report, a moped traveling north on 20 Avenue collided with a northbound sedan that was changing lanes. The moped driver, a 29-year-old female occupant, sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including inattention or distraction and improper passing or lane usage. The moped driver was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and operating a 2015 BMW. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moped and the right front bumper of the sedan. The crash resulted from the sedan's lane change combined with the moped driver's distraction and following too closely.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Belt Parkway▸Aug 12 - Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. The rear driver, distracted, slammed into the front car. Both drivers suffered chest bruises. Metal crumpled. Two people left hurt, conscious, and shaken.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling west on Belt Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the center back end of the front car. Both drivers were injured with chest contusions but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Alcohol involvement was noted for the front vehicle's passenger. Both vehicles sustained center front and back end damage. No ejections occurred. The crash left two people hurt, underscoring the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
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Bus Hits Moped on 25 Avenue, Rider Injured▸Aug 4 - A bus struck a moped on 25 Avenue late at night. The moped driver was ejected and suffered head injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard as a factor. The rider was conscious but injured, with abrasions and a serious head wound.
According to the police report, a bus traveling north on 25 Avenue collided with a moped traveling east. The moped driver, a 35-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained head injuries and abrasions. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. The bus impacted the moped's right front quarter panel with its center front end. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors were specified. The moped rider was conscious after the crash but seriously injured.
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Unlicensed Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 3 - A 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a parked sedan on 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered bruises and elbow injuries. The driver of the bike was unlicensed and inexperienced.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male bicyclist traveling north collided with a parked sedan on 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The bicyclist was ejected from the bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, with damage to its left side doors. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist remained conscious after the crash but was injured seriously enough to be noted in the report.
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5-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸Aug 1 - A 5-year-old girl was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver, distracted and inattentive, hit her with the front center of the vehicle. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, a 5-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection in Brooklyn while crossing with the signal. The crash involved a 2008 Toyota sedan traveling west, which struck the child with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. There is no indication of any fault or error on the part of the pedestrian. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end.
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SUV Overturns in Belt Parkway Crash▸Jul 30 - Two SUVs slammed together on Belt Parkway. One flipped. Both drivers hurt. Police blamed distraction. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Belt Parkway. A 24-year-old woman driving a Honda SUV changed lanes and struck a 2021 Mazda SUV driven by a 60-year-old man going straight. The Honda overturned. Both drivers were injured: the woman suffered head contusions, the man had shoulder and upper arm injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The Mazda was hit on its left rear bumper, the Honda on its right front. Both drivers wore seat belts. No other factors were listed.
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Motorcycle Collides with SUV on 18 Avenue▸Jul 29 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both drivers were distracted. The SUV was turning left; the motorcycle was going straight.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male motorcycle driver wearing a helmet was injured when his motorcycle struck the right front quarter panel of a 2014 Jeep SUV. The SUV driver was making a left turn while the motorcycle was traveling straight eastbound on 18 Avenue. Both drivers were cited for driver inattention and distraction. The motorcycle driver sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The collision caused damage to the SUV's right front quarter panel and the motorcycle's right side doors. The report lists driver inattention/distraction as the sole contributing factors.
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Gentile Opposes Closing T-Intersection Parking Loophole Safety-Boosting▸Jul 27 - DOT moves to end a rule letting drivers park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. Cars block ramps, endanger walkers, and hide danger. Advocates cheer. The city will hold a hearing. The change restores sight lines and puts people before parking.
On July 27, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) proposed a rule change to close a 2009 loophole that allowed drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. The proposal, not yet finalized, will be discussed at a virtual hearing in early September. The matter summary states: 'The city wants to reverse a 2009 policy that allows drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections, undoing a decade-and-a-half giveaway to drivers that blocked pedestrian access and made streets less safe.' Former Council Member Vincent Gentile pushed for the original exemption, arguing it would create parking and increase safety. DOT spokesperson Mona Bruno said, 'This proposed change will enhance safety and accessibility for pedestrians.' Disability and street safety advocates, including Jean Ryan, praised the move, saying the loophole blocked access for people with disabilities and endangered all pedestrians. The change will restore visibility at intersections, known as daylighting, and aligns city rules with state law requiring clear sight lines at crosswalks.
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City To Close Loophole That Allows Drivers to Park in Certain Crosswalks,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-27
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Driver Inattention Injures Woman in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 21 - Two sedans slammed together on Bay 8 Street. A young woman behind the wheel took a neck injury and shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bay 8 Street in Brooklyn. The crash left a 20-year-old woman, driving a Maryland-registered Mazda, with a neck injury and in shock. The impact struck the left front of her car and the center front of a Chrysler sedan traveling west. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. Both drivers were licensed and moving straight before the crash. No other injuries were reported. The woman wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
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Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on 83 Street▸Jul 20 - A 67-year-old man crossing against the signal was struck by a sedan backing up on 83 Street. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and full-body injuries. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and traveling west while reversing.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing against the signal on 83 Street. The sedan, traveling west, was backing up when it struck the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the entire body but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal was noted, but no contributing driver factors were specified.
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Moped and Bicycle Collide on West 11 Street▸Jul 18 - A moped and a bicycle collided head-on on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling northeast. No vehicle damage was reported. The bicyclist remained conscious.
According to the police report, a moped and a bicycle collided at the center front ends while both were traveling straight ahead northeast on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old female driver, sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. She was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The crash resulted in injury severity level 3 for the bicyclist.
Aug 20 - An e-scooter collided with an SUV on 17 Avenue. The scooter driver was ejected and suffered head injuries. Police cited unsafe speed and following too closely as factors. The SUV struck the scooter’s left front quarter panel, damaging its right side doors.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured after a collision with a 2015 SUV on 17 Avenue. The e-scooter driver was ejected and sustained head abrasions. The report lists unsafe speed and following too closely as contributing factors. The SUV, traveling north, struck the e-scooter on its left front quarter panel, causing damage to the SUV’s right side doors. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and also traveling north. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe speed and close following distances in vehicle interactions.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Brooklyn Intersection▸Aug 20 - A 62-year-old man was hit by a sedan on 86 Street near 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver was distracted, striking the man with the vehicle’s front center. Shock followed the impact.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2015 Honda sedan traveling east on 86 Street struck him at an intersection near 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock after the collision. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the contributing factors to the crash. The sedan’s point of impact was the center front end, indicating the pedestrian was hit directly by the front of the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
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Sedans Crash on Bay Parkway; Three Hurt▸Aug 19 - Two sedans collided on Bay Parkway in Brooklyn. Three people suffered arm and facial injuries. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Shock and pain followed the crash. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 2013 Porsche sedan making a right turn on Bay Parkway struck a 2023 BMW sedan traveling straight north. The Porsche was hit on its left side doors; the BMW took damage to its front center. Three occupants were injured: the Porsche driver, a left rear passenger, and the BMW front passenger. Injuries included upper arm and facial trauma, with all reporting pain, nausea, and shock. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. All occupants wore seat belts and airbags deployed. No one was ejected. The crash underscores the risks posed by distracted and inexperienced drivers on Brooklyn streets.
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SUV Left Turn Hits E-Bike Passenger▸Aug 18 - A 28-year-old male passenger on an e-bike was ejected and injured in Brooklyn. The SUV made a left turn and struck the bike from behind. The passenger suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. No damage was reported on the SUV.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male passenger on an e-bike was injured when a 2023 RAM SUV made a left turn and struck the bike from behind on 65 Street in Brooklyn. The passenger was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV's point of impact was its right front bumper, while the e-bike was hit at its center back end. The report lists no specific driver errors but notes the SUV was making a left turn and the e-bike was traveling straight ahead. The injured passenger was not using any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling north; the e-bike was traveling south.
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Sedan Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Passenger▸Aug 17 - Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway at night. One driver changed lanes, striking the other from behind. A 33-year-old front passenger suffered a neck injury. The crash left her conscious but hurt. Driver inexperience was a key factor.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Belt Parkway collided when one driver changed lanes and hit the other vehicle from behind. The front passenger in the struck vehicle, a 33-year-old woman, sustained a neck injury classified as moderate. She was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the collision. The impact occurred at the center front end of the lane-changing vehicle and the center back end of the struck vehicle. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The injured passenger was not using any safety equipment at the time.
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Distracted Truck Hits Brooklyn Bicyclist▸Aug 17 - A 21-year-old male bicyclist was injured in Brooklyn when a pickup truck made a left turn and struck him. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The truck showed no damage. Driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a pickup truck traveling south on 21 Avenue made a left turn and collided with a northbound bicyclist. The 21-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining knee and lower leg trauma. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The truck's right front bumper was the point of impact, but the vehicle sustained no damage. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No other contributing factors were noted.
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92-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit on 18 Avenue▸Aug 15 - A 92-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, a 92-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing 18 Avenue at an intersection in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2012 Toyota sedan, traveling west and making a left turn, struck him on the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained damage to the left side doors. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other safety equipment or victim errors were noted.
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Moped Hits Sedan Changing Lanes in Brooklyn▸Aug 14 - A moped struck a sedan on 20 Avenue in Brooklyn at 10:20 p.m. The moped driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered bruises and leg injuries. The sedan was changing lanes. Driver distraction and improper lane use caused the crash.
According to the police report, a moped traveling north on 20 Avenue collided with a northbound sedan that was changing lanes. The moped driver, a 29-year-old female occupant, sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including inattention or distraction and improper passing or lane usage. The moped driver was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and operating a 2015 BMW. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moped and the right front bumper of the sedan. The crash resulted from the sedan's lane change combined with the moped driver's distraction and following too closely.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Belt Parkway▸Aug 12 - Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. The rear driver, distracted, slammed into the front car. Both drivers suffered chest bruises. Metal crumpled. Two people left hurt, conscious, and shaken.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling west on Belt Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the center back end of the front car. Both drivers were injured with chest contusions but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Alcohol involvement was noted for the front vehicle's passenger. Both vehicles sustained center front and back end damage. No ejections occurred. The crash left two people hurt, underscoring the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
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Bus Hits Moped on 25 Avenue, Rider Injured▸Aug 4 - A bus struck a moped on 25 Avenue late at night. The moped driver was ejected and suffered head injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard as a factor. The rider was conscious but injured, with abrasions and a serious head wound.
According to the police report, a bus traveling north on 25 Avenue collided with a moped traveling east. The moped driver, a 35-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained head injuries and abrasions. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. The bus impacted the moped's right front quarter panel with its center front end. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors were specified. The moped rider was conscious after the crash but seriously injured.
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Unlicensed Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 3 - A 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a parked sedan on 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered bruises and elbow injuries. The driver of the bike was unlicensed and inexperienced.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male bicyclist traveling north collided with a parked sedan on 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The bicyclist was ejected from the bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, with damage to its left side doors. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist remained conscious after the crash but was injured seriously enough to be noted in the report.
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5-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸Aug 1 - A 5-year-old girl was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver, distracted and inattentive, hit her with the front center of the vehicle. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, a 5-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection in Brooklyn while crossing with the signal. The crash involved a 2008 Toyota sedan traveling west, which struck the child with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. There is no indication of any fault or error on the part of the pedestrian. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end.
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SUV Overturns in Belt Parkway Crash▸Jul 30 - Two SUVs slammed together on Belt Parkway. One flipped. Both drivers hurt. Police blamed distraction. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Belt Parkway. A 24-year-old woman driving a Honda SUV changed lanes and struck a 2021 Mazda SUV driven by a 60-year-old man going straight. The Honda overturned. Both drivers were injured: the woman suffered head contusions, the man had shoulder and upper arm injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The Mazda was hit on its left rear bumper, the Honda on its right front. Both drivers wore seat belts. No other factors were listed.
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Motorcycle Collides with SUV on 18 Avenue▸Jul 29 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both drivers were distracted. The SUV was turning left; the motorcycle was going straight.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male motorcycle driver wearing a helmet was injured when his motorcycle struck the right front quarter panel of a 2014 Jeep SUV. The SUV driver was making a left turn while the motorcycle was traveling straight eastbound on 18 Avenue. Both drivers were cited for driver inattention and distraction. The motorcycle driver sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The collision caused damage to the SUV's right front quarter panel and the motorcycle's right side doors. The report lists driver inattention/distraction as the sole contributing factors.
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Gentile Opposes Closing T-Intersection Parking Loophole Safety-Boosting▸Jul 27 - DOT moves to end a rule letting drivers park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. Cars block ramps, endanger walkers, and hide danger. Advocates cheer. The city will hold a hearing. The change restores sight lines and puts people before parking.
On July 27, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) proposed a rule change to close a 2009 loophole that allowed drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. The proposal, not yet finalized, will be discussed at a virtual hearing in early September. The matter summary states: 'The city wants to reverse a 2009 policy that allows drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections, undoing a decade-and-a-half giveaway to drivers that blocked pedestrian access and made streets less safe.' Former Council Member Vincent Gentile pushed for the original exemption, arguing it would create parking and increase safety. DOT spokesperson Mona Bruno said, 'This proposed change will enhance safety and accessibility for pedestrians.' Disability and street safety advocates, including Jean Ryan, praised the move, saying the loophole blocked access for people with disabilities and endangered all pedestrians. The change will restore visibility at intersections, known as daylighting, and aligns city rules with state law requiring clear sight lines at crosswalks.
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City To Close Loophole That Allows Drivers to Park in Certain Crosswalks,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-27
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Driver Inattention Injures Woman in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 21 - Two sedans slammed together on Bay 8 Street. A young woman behind the wheel took a neck injury and shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bay 8 Street in Brooklyn. The crash left a 20-year-old woman, driving a Maryland-registered Mazda, with a neck injury and in shock. The impact struck the left front of her car and the center front of a Chrysler sedan traveling west. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. Both drivers were licensed and moving straight before the crash. No other injuries were reported. The woman wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
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Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on 83 Street▸Jul 20 - A 67-year-old man crossing against the signal was struck by a sedan backing up on 83 Street. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and full-body injuries. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and traveling west while reversing.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing against the signal on 83 Street. The sedan, traveling west, was backing up when it struck the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the entire body but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal was noted, but no contributing driver factors were specified.
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Moped and Bicycle Collide on West 11 Street▸Jul 18 - A moped and a bicycle collided head-on on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling northeast. No vehicle damage was reported. The bicyclist remained conscious.
According to the police report, a moped and a bicycle collided at the center front ends while both were traveling straight ahead northeast on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old female driver, sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. She was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The crash resulted in injury severity level 3 for the bicyclist.
Aug 20 - A 62-year-old man was hit by a sedan on 86 Street near 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver was distracted, striking the man with the vehicle’s front center. Shock followed the impact.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2015 Honda sedan traveling east on 86 Street struck him at an intersection near 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock after the collision. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the contributing factors to the crash. The sedan’s point of impact was the center front end, indicating the pedestrian was hit directly by the front of the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
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Sedans Crash on Bay Parkway; Three Hurt▸Aug 19 - Two sedans collided on Bay Parkway in Brooklyn. Three people suffered arm and facial injuries. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Shock and pain followed the crash. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 2013 Porsche sedan making a right turn on Bay Parkway struck a 2023 BMW sedan traveling straight north. The Porsche was hit on its left side doors; the BMW took damage to its front center. Three occupants were injured: the Porsche driver, a left rear passenger, and the BMW front passenger. Injuries included upper arm and facial trauma, with all reporting pain, nausea, and shock. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. All occupants wore seat belts and airbags deployed. No one was ejected. The crash underscores the risks posed by distracted and inexperienced drivers on Brooklyn streets.
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SUV Left Turn Hits E-Bike Passenger▸Aug 18 - A 28-year-old male passenger on an e-bike was ejected and injured in Brooklyn. The SUV made a left turn and struck the bike from behind. The passenger suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. No damage was reported on the SUV.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male passenger on an e-bike was injured when a 2023 RAM SUV made a left turn and struck the bike from behind on 65 Street in Brooklyn. The passenger was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV's point of impact was its right front bumper, while the e-bike was hit at its center back end. The report lists no specific driver errors but notes the SUV was making a left turn and the e-bike was traveling straight ahead. The injured passenger was not using any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling north; the e-bike was traveling south.
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Sedan Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Passenger▸Aug 17 - Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway at night. One driver changed lanes, striking the other from behind. A 33-year-old front passenger suffered a neck injury. The crash left her conscious but hurt. Driver inexperience was a key factor.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Belt Parkway collided when one driver changed lanes and hit the other vehicle from behind. The front passenger in the struck vehicle, a 33-year-old woman, sustained a neck injury classified as moderate. She was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the collision. The impact occurred at the center front end of the lane-changing vehicle and the center back end of the struck vehicle. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The injured passenger was not using any safety equipment at the time.
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Distracted Truck Hits Brooklyn Bicyclist▸Aug 17 - A 21-year-old male bicyclist was injured in Brooklyn when a pickup truck made a left turn and struck him. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The truck showed no damage. Driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a pickup truck traveling south on 21 Avenue made a left turn and collided with a northbound bicyclist. The 21-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining knee and lower leg trauma. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The truck's right front bumper was the point of impact, but the vehicle sustained no damage. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No other contributing factors were noted.
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92-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit on 18 Avenue▸Aug 15 - A 92-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, a 92-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing 18 Avenue at an intersection in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2012 Toyota sedan, traveling west and making a left turn, struck him on the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained damage to the left side doors. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other safety equipment or victim errors were noted.
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Moped Hits Sedan Changing Lanes in Brooklyn▸Aug 14 - A moped struck a sedan on 20 Avenue in Brooklyn at 10:20 p.m. The moped driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered bruises and leg injuries. The sedan was changing lanes. Driver distraction and improper lane use caused the crash.
According to the police report, a moped traveling north on 20 Avenue collided with a northbound sedan that was changing lanes. The moped driver, a 29-year-old female occupant, sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including inattention or distraction and improper passing or lane usage. The moped driver was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and operating a 2015 BMW. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moped and the right front bumper of the sedan. The crash resulted from the sedan's lane change combined with the moped driver's distraction and following too closely.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Belt Parkway▸Aug 12 - Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. The rear driver, distracted, slammed into the front car. Both drivers suffered chest bruises. Metal crumpled. Two people left hurt, conscious, and shaken.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling west on Belt Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the center back end of the front car. Both drivers were injured with chest contusions but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Alcohol involvement was noted for the front vehicle's passenger. Both vehicles sustained center front and back end damage. No ejections occurred. The crash left two people hurt, underscoring the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
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Bus Hits Moped on 25 Avenue, Rider Injured▸Aug 4 - A bus struck a moped on 25 Avenue late at night. The moped driver was ejected and suffered head injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard as a factor. The rider was conscious but injured, with abrasions and a serious head wound.
According to the police report, a bus traveling north on 25 Avenue collided with a moped traveling east. The moped driver, a 35-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained head injuries and abrasions. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. The bus impacted the moped's right front quarter panel with its center front end. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors were specified. The moped rider was conscious after the crash but seriously injured.
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Unlicensed Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 3 - A 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a parked sedan on 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered bruises and elbow injuries. The driver of the bike was unlicensed and inexperienced.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male bicyclist traveling north collided with a parked sedan on 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The bicyclist was ejected from the bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, with damage to its left side doors. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist remained conscious after the crash but was injured seriously enough to be noted in the report.
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5-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸Aug 1 - A 5-year-old girl was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver, distracted and inattentive, hit her with the front center of the vehicle. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, a 5-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection in Brooklyn while crossing with the signal. The crash involved a 2008 Toyota sedan traveling west, which struck the child with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. There is no indication of any fault or error on the part of the pedestrian. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end.
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SUV Overturns in Belt Parkway Crash▸Jul 30 - Two SUVs slammed together on Belt Parkway. One flipped. Both drivers hurt. Police blamed distraction. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Belt Parkway. A 24-year-old woman driving a Honda SUV changed lanes and struck a 2021 Mazda SUV driven by a 60-year-old man going straight. The Honda overturned. Both drivers were injured: the woman suffered head contusions, the man had shoulder and upper arm injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The Mazda was hit on its left rear bumper, the Honda on its right front. Both drivers wore seat belts. No other factors were listed.
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Motorcycle Collides with SUV on 18 Avenue▸Jul 29 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both drivers were distracted. The SUV was turning left; the motorcycle was going straight.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male motorcycle driver wearing a helmet was injured when his motorcycle struck the right front quarter panel of a 2014 Jeep SUV. The SUV driver was making a left turn while the motorcycle was traveling straight eastbound on 18 Avenue. Both drivers were cited for driver inattention and distraction. The motorcycle driver sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The collision caused damage to the SUV's right front quarter panel and the motorcycle's right side doors. The report lists driver inattention/distraction as the sole contributing factors.
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Gentile Opposes Closing T-Intersection Parking Loophole Safety-Boosting▸Jul 27 - DOT moves to end a rule letting drivers park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. Cars block ramps, endanger walkers, and hide danger. Advocates cheer. The city will hold a hearing. The change restores sight lines and puts people before parking.
On July 27, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) proposed a rule change to close a 2009 loophole that allowed drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. The proposal, not yet finalized, will be discussed at a virtual hearing in early September. The matter summary states: 'The city wants to reverse a 2009 policy that allows drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections, undoing a decade-and-a-half giveaway to drivers that blocked pedestrian access and made streets less safe.' Former Council Member Vincent Gentile pushed for the original exemption, arguing it would create parking and increase safety. DOT spokesperson Mona Bruno said, 'This proposed change will enhance safety and accessibility for pedestrians.' Disability and street safety advocates, including Jean Ryan, praised the move, saying the loophole blocked access for people with disabilities and endangered all pedestrians. The change will restore visibility at intersections, known as daylighting, and aligns city rules with state law requiring clear sight lines at crosswalks.
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City To Close Loophole That Allows Drivers to Park in Certain Crosswalks,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-27
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Driver Inattention Injures Woman in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 21 - Two sedans slammed together on Bay 8 Street. A young woman behind the wheel took a neck injury and shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bay 8 Street in Brooklyn. The crash left a 20-year-old woman, driving a Maryland-registered Mazda, with a neck injury and in shock. The impact struck the left front of her car and the center front of a Chrysler sedan traveling west. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. Both drivers were licensed and moving straight before the crash. No other injuries were reported. The woman wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
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Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on 83 Street▸Jul 20 - A 67-year-old man crossing against the signal was struck by a sedan backing up on 83 Street. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and full-body injuries. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and traveling west while reversing.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing against the signal on 83 Street. The sedan, traveling west, was backing up when it struck the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the entire body but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal was noted, but no contributing driver factors were specified.
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Moped and Bicycle Collide on West 11 Street▸Jul 18 - A moped and a bicycle collided head-on on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling northeast. No vehicle damage was reported. The bicyclist remained conscious.
According to the police report, a moped and a bicycle collided at the center front ends while both were traveling straight ahead northeast on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old female driver, sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. She was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The crash resulted in injury severity level 3 for the bicyclist.
Aug 19 - Two sedans collided on Bay Parkway in Brooklyn. Three people suffered arm and facial injuries. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Shock and pain followed the crash. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 2013 Porsche sedan making a right turn on Bay Parkway struck a 2023 BMW sedan traveling straight north. The Porsche was hit on its left side doors; the BMW took damage to its front center. Three occupants were injured: the Porsche driver, a left rear passenger, and the BMW front passenger. Injuries included upper arm and facial trauma, with all reporting pain, nausea, and shock. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. All occupants wore seat belts and airbags deployed. No one was ejected. The crash underscores the risks posed by distracted and inexperienced drivers on Brooklyn streets.
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SUV Left Turn Hits E-Bike Passenger▸Aug 18 - A 28-year-old male passenger on an e-bike was ejected and injured in Brooklyn. The SUV made a left turn and struck the bike from behind. The passenger suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. No damage was reported on the SUV.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male passenger on an e-bike was injured when a 2023 RAM SUV made a left turn and struck the bike from behind on 65 Street in Brooklyn. The passenger was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV's point of impact was its right front bumper, while the e-bike was hit at its center back end. The report lists no specific driver errors but notes the SUV was making a left turn and the e-bike was traveling straight ahead. The injured passenger was not using any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling north; the e-bike was traveling south.
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Sedan Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Passenger▸Aug 17 - Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway at night. One driver changed lanes, striking the other from behind. A 33-year-old front passenger suffered a neck injury. The crash left her conscious but hurt. Driver inexperience was a key factor.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Belt Parkway collided when one driver changed lanes and hit the other vehicle from behind. The front passenger in the struck vehicle, a 33-year-old woman, sustained a neck injury classified as moderate. She was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the collision. The impact occurred at the center front end of the lane-changing vehicle and the center back end of the struck vehicle. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The injured passenger was not using any safety equipment at the time.
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Distracted Truck Hits Brooklyn Bicyclist▸Aug 17 - A 21-year-old male bicyclist was injured in Brooklyn when a pickup truck made a left turn and struck him. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The truck showed no damage. Driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a pickup truck traveling south on 21 Avenue made a left turn and collided with a northbound bicyclist. The 21-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining knee and lower leg trauma. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The truck's right front bumper was the point of impact, but the vehicle sustained no damage. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No other contributing factors were noted.
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92-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit on 18 Avenue▸Aug 15 - A 92-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, a 92-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing 18 Avenue at an intersection in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2012 Toyota sedan, traveling west and making a left turn, struck him on the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained damage to the left side doors. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other safety equipment or victim errors were noted.
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Moped Hits Sedan Changing Lanes in Brooklyn▸Aug 14 - A moped struck a sedan on 20 Avenue in Brooklyn at 10:20 p.m. The moped driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered bruises and leg injuries. The sedan was changing lanes. Driver distraction and improper lane use caused the crash.
According to the police report, a moped traveling north on 20 Avenue collided with a northbound sedan that was changing lanes. The moped driver, a 29-year-old female occupant, sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including inattention or distraction and improper passing or lane usage. The moped driver was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and operating a 2015 BMW. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moped and the right front bumper of the sedan. The crash resulted from the sedan's lane change combined with the moped driver's distraction and following too closely.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Belt Parkway▸Aug 12 - Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. The rear driver, distracted, slammed into the front car. Both drivers suffered chest bruises. Metal crumpled. Two people left hurt, conscious, and shaken.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling west on Belt Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the center back end of the front car. Both drivers were injured with chest contusions but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Alcohol involvement was noted for the front vehicle's passenger. Both vehicles sustained center front and back end damage. No ejections occurred. The crash left two people hurt, underscoring the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
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Bus Hits Moped on 25 Avenue, Rider Injured▸Aug 4 - A bus struck a moped on 25 Avenue late at night. The moped driver was ejected and suffered head injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard as a factor. The rider was conscious but injured, with abrasions and a serious head wound.
According to the police report, a bus traveling north on 25 Avenue collided with a moped traveling east. The moped driver, a 35-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained head injuries and abrasions. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. The bus impacted the moped's right front quarter panel with its center front end. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors were specified. The moped rider was conscious after the crash but seriously injured.
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Unlicensed Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 3 - A 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a parked sedan on 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered bruises and elbow injuries. The driver of the bike was unlicensed and inexperienced.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male bicyclist traveling north collided with a parked sedan on 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The bicyclist was ejected from the bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, with damage to its left side doors. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist remained conscious after the crash but was injured seriously enough to be noted in the report.
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5-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸Aug 1 - A 5-year-old girl was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver, distracted and inattentive, hit her with the front center of the vehicle. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, a 5-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection in Brooklyn while crossing with the signal. The crash involved a 2008 Toyota sedan traveling west, which struck the child with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. There is no indication of any fault or error on the part of the pedestrian. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end.
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SUV Overturns in Belt Parkway Crash▸Jul 30 - Two SUVs slammed together on Belt Parkway. One flipped. Both drivers hurt. Police blamed distraction. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Belt Parkway. A 24-year-old woman driving a Honda SUV changed lanes and struck a 2021 Mazda SUV driven by a 60-year-old man going straight. The Honda overturned. Both drivers were injured: the woman suffered head contusions, the man had shoulder and upper arm injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The Mazda was hit on its left rear bumper, the Honda on its right front. Both drivers wore seat belts. No other factors were listed.
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Motorcycle Collides with SUV on 18 Avenue▸Jul 29 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both drivers were distracted. The SUV was turning left; the motorcycle was going straight.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male motorcycle driver wearing a helmet was injured when his motorcycle struck the right front quarter panel of a 2014 Jeep SUV. The SUV driver was making a left turn while the motorcycle was traveling straight eastbound on 18 Avenue. Both drivers were cited for driver inattention and distraction. The motorcycle driver sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The collision caused damage to the SUV's right front quarter panel and the motorcycle's right side doors. The report lists driver inattention/distraction as the sole contributing factors.
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Gentile Opposes Closing T-Intersection Parking Loophole Safety-Boosting▸Jul 27 - DOT moves to end a rule letting drivers park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. Cars block ramps, endanger walkers, and hide danger. Advocates cheer. The city will hold a hearing. The change restores sight lines and puts people before parking.
On July 27, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) proposed a rule change to close a 2009 loophole that allowed drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. The proposal, not yet finalized, will be discussed at a virtual hearing in early September. The matter summary states: 'The city wants to reverse a 2009 policy that allows drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections, undoing a decade-and-a-half giveaway to drivers that blocked pedestrian access and made streets less safe.' Former Council Member Vincent Gentile pushed for the original exemption, arguing it would create parking and increase safety. DOT spokesperson Mona Bruno said, 'This proposed change will enhance safety and accessibility for pedestrians.' Disability and street safety advocates, including Jean Ryan, praised the move, saying the loophole blocked access for people with disabilities and endangered all pedestrians. The change will restore visibility at intersections, known as daylighting, and aligns city rules with state law requiring clear sight lines at crosswalks.
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City To Close Loophole That Allows Drivers to Park in Certain Crosswalks,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-27
21
Driver Inattention Injures Woman in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 21 - Two sedans slammed together on Bay 8 Street. A young woman behind the wheel took a neck injury and shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bay 8 Street in Brooklyn. The crash left a 20-year-old woman, driving a Maryland-registered Mazda, with a neck injury and in shock. The impact struck the left front of her car and the center front of a Chrysler sedan traveling west. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. Both drivers were licensed and moving straight before the crash. No other injuries were reported. The woman wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
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Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on 83 Street▸Jul 20 - A 67-year-old man crossing against the signal was struck by a sedan backing up on 83 Street. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and full-body injuries. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and traveling west while reversing.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing against the signal on 83 Street. The sedan, traveling west, was backing up when it struck the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the entire body but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal was noted, but no contributing driver factors were specified.
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Moped and Bicycle Collide on West 11 Street▸Jul 18 - A moped and a bicycle collided head-on on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling northeast. No vehicle damage was reported. The bicyclist remained conscious.
According to the police report, a moped and a bicycle collided at the center front ends while both were traveling straight ahead northeast on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old female driver, sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. She was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The crash resulted in injury severity level 3 for the bicyclist.
Aug 18 - A 28-year-old male passenger on an e-bike was ejected and injured in Brooklyn. The SUV made a left turn and struck the bike from behind. The passenger suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. No damage was reported on the SUV.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male passenger on an e-bike was injured when a 2023 RAM SUV made a left turn and struck the bike from behind on 65 Street in Brooklyn. The passenger was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV's point of impact was its right front bumper, while the e-bike was hit at its center back end. The report lists no specific driver errors but notes the SUV was making a left turn and the e-bike was traveling straight ahead. The injured passenger was not using any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling north; the e-bike was traveling south.
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Sedan Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Passenger▸Aug 17 - Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway at night. One driver changed lanes, striking the other from behind. A 33-year-old front passenger suffered a neck injury. The crash left her conscious but hurt. Driver inexperience was a key factor.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Belt Parkway collided when one driver changed lanes and hit the other vehicle from behind. The front passenger in the struck vehicle, a 33-year-old woman, sustained a neck injury classified as moderate. She was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the collision. The impact occurred at the center front end of the lane-changing vehicle and the center back end of the struck vehicle. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The injured passenger was not using any safety equipment at the time.
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Distracted Truck Hits Brooklyn Bicyclist▸Aug 17 - A 21-year-old male bicyclist was injured in Brooklyn when a pickup truck made a left turn and struck him. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The truck showed no damage. Driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a pickup truck traveling south on 21 Avenue made a left turn and collided with a northbound bicyclist. The 21-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining knee and lower leg trauma. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The truck's right front bumper was the point of impact, but the vehicle sustained no damage. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No other contributing factors were noted.
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92-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit on 18 Avenue▸Aug 15 - A 92-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, a 92-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing 18 Avenue at an intersection in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2012 Toyota sedan, traveling west and making a left turn, struck him on the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained damage to the left side doors. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other safety equipment or victim errors were noted.
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Moped Hits Sedan Changing Lanes in Brooklyn▸Aug 14 - A moped struck a sedan on 20 Avenue in Brooklyn at 10:20 p.m. The moped driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered bruises and leg injuries. The sedan was changing lanes. Driver distraction and improper lane use caused the crash.
According to the police report, a moped traveling north on 20 Avenue collided with a northbound sedan that was changing lanes. The moped driver, a 29-year-old female occupant, sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including inattention or distraction and improper passing or lane usage. The moped driver was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and operating a 2015 BMW. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moped and the right front bumper of the sedan. The crash resulted from the sedan's lane change combined with the moped driver's distraction and following too closely.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Belt Parkway▸Aug 12 - Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. The rear driver, distracted, slammed into the front car. Both drivers suffered chest bruises. Metal crumpled. Two people left hurt, conscious, and shaken.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling west on Belt Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the center back end of the front car. Both drivers were injured with chest contusions but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Alcohol involvement was noted for the front vehicle's passenger. Both vehicles sustained center front and back end damage. No ejections occurred. The crash left two people hurt, underscoring the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
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Bus Hits Moped on 25 Avenue, Rider Injured▸Aug 4 - A bus struck a moped on 25 Avenue late at night. The moped driver was ejected and suffered head injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard as a factor. The rider was conscious but injured, with abrasions and a serious head wound.
According to the police report, a bus traveling north on 25 Avenue collided with a moped traveling east. The moped driver, a 35-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained head injuries and abrasions. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. The bus impacted the moped's right front quarter panel with its center front end. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors were specified. The moped rider was conscious after the crash but seriously injured.
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Unlicensed Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 3 - A 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a parked sedan on 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered bruises and elbow injuries. The driver of the bike was unlicensed and inexperienced.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male bicyclist traveling north collided with a parked sedan on 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The bicyclist was ejected from the bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, with damage to its left side doors. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist remained conscious after the crash but was injured seriously enough to be noted in the report.
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5-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸Aug 1 - A 5-year-old girl was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver, distracted and inattentive, hit her with the front center of the vehicle. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, a 5-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection in Brooklyn while crossing with the signal. The crash involved a 2008 Toyota sedan traveling west, which struck the child with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. There is no indication of any fault or error on the part of the pedestrian. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end.
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SUV Overturns in Belt Parkway Crash▸Jul 30 - Two SUVs slammed together on Belt Parkway. One flipped. Both drivers hurt. Police blamed distraction. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Belt Parkway. A 24-year-old woman driving a Honda SUV changed lanes and struck a 2021 Mazda SUV driven by a 60-year-old man going straight. The Honda overturned. Both drivers were injured: the woman suffered head contusions, the man had shoulder and upper arm injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The Mazda was hit on its left rear bumper, the Honda on its right front. Both drivers wore seat belts. No other factors were listed.
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Motorcycle Collides with SUV on 18 Avenue▸Jul 29 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both drivers were distracted. The SUV was turning left; the motorcycle was going straight.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male motorcycle driver wearing a helmet was injured when his motorcycle struck the right front quarter panel of a 2014 Jeep SUV. The SUV driver was making a left turn while the motorcycle was traveling straight eastbound on 18 Avenue. Both drivers were cited for driver inattention and distraction. The motorcycle driver sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The collision caused damage to the SUV's right front quarter panel and the motorcycle's right side doors. The report lists driver inattention/distraction as the sole contributing factors.
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Gentile Opposes Closing T-Intersection Parking Loophole Safety-Boosting▸Jul 27 - DOT moves to end a rule letting drivers park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. Cars block ramps, endanger walkers, and hide danger. Advocates cheer. The city will hold a hearing. The change restores sight lines and puts people before parking.
On July 27, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) proposed a rule change to close a 2009 loophole that allowed drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. The proposal, not yet finalized, will be discussed at a virtual hearing in early September. The matter summary states: 'The city wants to reverse a 2009 policy that allows drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections, undoing a decade-and-a-half giveaway to drivers that blocked pedestrian access and made streets less safe.' Former Council Member Vincent Gentile pushed for the original exemption, arguing it would create parking and increase safety. DOT spokesperson Mona Bruno said, 'This proposed change will enhance safety and accessibility for pedestrians.' Disability and street safety advocates, including Jean Ryan, praised the move, saying the loophole blocked access for people with disabilities and endangered all pedestrians. The change will restore visibility at intersections, known as daylighting, and aligns city rules with state law requiring clear sight lines at crosswalks.
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City To Close Loophole That Allows Drivers to Park in Certain Crosswalks,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-27
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Driver Inattention Injures Woman in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 21 - Two sedans slammed together on Bay 8 Street. A young woman behind the wheel took a neck injury and shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bay 8 Street in Brooklyn. The crash left a 20-year-old woman, driving a Maryland-registered Mazda, with a neck injury and in shock. The impact struck the left front of her car and the center front of a Chrysler sedan traveling west. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. Both drivers were licensed and moving straight before the crash. No other injuries were reported. The woman wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
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Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on 83 Street▸Jul 20 - A 67-year-old man crossing against the signal was struck by a sedan backing up on 83 Street. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and full-body injuries. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and traveling west while reversing.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing against the signal on 83 Street. The sedan, traveling west, was backing up when it struck the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the entire body but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal was noted, but no contributing driver factors were specified.
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Moped and Bicycle Collide on West 11 Street▸Jul 18 - A moped and a bicycle collided head-on on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling northeast. No vehicle damage was reported. The bicyclist remained conscious.
According to the police report, a moped and a bicycle collided at the center front ends while both were traveling straight ahead northeast on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old female driver, sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. She was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The crash resulted in injury severity level 3 for the bicyclist.
Aug 17 - Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway at night. One driver changed lanes, striking the other from behind. A 33-year-old front passenger suffered a neck injury. The crash left her conscious but hurt. Driver inexperience was a key factor.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Belt Parkway collided when one driver changed lanes and hit the other vehicle from behind. The front passenger in the struck vehicle, a 33-year-old woman, sustained a neck injury classified as moderate. She was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the collision. The impact occurred at the center front end of the lane-changing vehicle and the center back end of the struck vehicle. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The injured passenger was not using any safety equipment at the time.
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Distracted Truck Hits Brooklyn Bicyclist▸Aug 17 - A 21-year-old male bicyclist was injured in Brooklyn when a pickup truck made a left turn and struck him. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The truck showed no damage. Driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a pickup truck traveling south on 21 Avenue made a left turn and collided with a northbound bicyclist. The 21-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining knee and lower leg trauma. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The truck's right front bumper was the point of impact, but the vehicle sustained no damage. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No other contributing factors were noted.
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92-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit on 18 Avenue▸Aug 15 - A 92-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, a 92-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing 18 Avenue at an intersection in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2012 Toyota sedan, traveling west and making a left turn, struck him on the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained damage to the left side doors. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other safety equipment or victim errors were noted.
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Moped Hits Sedan Changing Lanes in Brooklyn▸Aug 14 - A moped struck a sedan on 20 Avenue in Brooklyn at 10:20 p.m. The moped driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered bruises and leg injuries. The sedan was changing lanes. Driver distraction and improper lane use caused the crash.
According to the police report, a moped traveling north on 20 Avenue collided with a northbound sedan that was changing lanes. The moped driver, a 29-year-old female occupant, sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including inattention or distraction and improper passing or lane usage. The moped driver was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and operating a 2015 BMW. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moped and the right front bumper of the sedan. The crash resulted from the sedan's lane change combined with the moped driver's distraction and following too closely.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Belt Parkway▸Aug 12 - Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. The rear driver, distracted, slammed into the front car. Both drivers suffered chest bruises. Metal crumpled. Two people left hurt, conscious, and shaken.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling west on Belt Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the center back end of the front car. Both drivers were injured with chest contusions but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Alcohol involvement was noted for the front vehicle's passenger. Both vehicles sustained center front and back end damage. No ejections occurred. The crash left two people hurt, underscoring the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
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Bus Hits Moped on 25 Avenue, Rider Injured▸Aug 4 - A bus struck a moped on 25 Avenue late at night. The moped driver was ejected and suffered head injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard as a factor. The rider was conscious but injured, with abrasions and a serious head wound.
According to the police report, a bus traveling north on 25 Avenue collided with a moped traveling east. The moped driver, a 35-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained head injuries and abrasions. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. The bus impacted the moped's right front quarter panel with its center front end. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors were specified. The moped rider was conscious after the crash but seriously injured.
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Unlicensed Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 3 - A 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a parked sedan on 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered bruises and elbow injuries. The driver of the bike was unlicensed and inexperienced.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male bicyclist traveling north collided with a parked sedan on 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The bicyclist was ejected from the bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, with damage to its left side doors. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist remained conscious after the crash but was injured seriously enough to be noted in the report.
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5-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸Aug 1 - A 5-year-old girl was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver, distracted and inattentive, hit her with the front center of the vehicle. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, a 5-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection in Brooklyn while crossing with the signal. The crash involved a 2008 Toyota sedan traveling west, which struck the child with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. There is no indication of any fault or error on the part of the pedestrian. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end.
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SUV Overturns in Belt Parkway Crash▸Jul 30 - Two SUVs slammed together on Belt Parkway. One flipped. Both drivers hurt. Police blamed distraction. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Belt Parkway. A 24-year-old woman driving a Honda SUV changed lanes and struck a 2021 Mazda SUV driven by a 60-year-old man going straight. The Honda overturned. Both drivers were injured: the woman suffered head contusions, the man had shoulder and upper arm injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The Mazda was hit on its left rear bumper, the Honda on its right front. Both drivers wore seat belts. No other factors were listed.
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Motorcycle Collides with SUV on 18 Avenue▸Jul 29 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both drivers were distracted. The SUV was turning left; the motorcycle was going straight.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male motorcycle driver wearing a helmet was injured when his motorcycle struck the right front quarter panel of a 2014 Jeep SUV. The SUV driver was making a left turn while the motorcycle was traveling straight eastbound on 18 Avenue. Both drivers were cited for driver inattention and distraction. The motorcycle driver sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The collision caused damage to the SUV's right front quarter panel and the motorcycle's right side doors. The report lists driver inattention/distraction as the sole contributing factors.
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Gentile Opposes Closing T-Intersection Parking Loophole Safety-Boosting▸Jul 27 - DOT moves to end a rule letting drivers park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. Cars block ramps, endanger walkers, and hide danger. Advocates cheer. The city will hold a hearing. The change restores sight lines and puts people before parking.
On July 27, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) proposed a rule change to close a 2009 loophole that allowed drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. The proposal, not yet finalized, will be discussed at a virtual hearing in early September. The matter summary states: 'The city wants to reverse a 2009 policy that allows drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections, undoing a decade-and-a-half giveaway to drivers that blocked pedestrian access and made streets less safe.' Former Council Member Vincent Gentile pushed for the original exemption, arguing it would create parking and increase safety. DOT spokesperson Mona Bruno said, 'This proposed change will enhance safety and accessibility for pedestrians.' Disability and street safety advocates, including Jean Ryan, praised the move, saying the loophole blocked access for people with disabilities and endangered all pedestrians. The change will restore visibility at intersections, known as daylighting, and aligns city rules with state law requiring clear sight lines at crosswalks.
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City To Close Loophole That Allows Drivers to Park in Certain Crosswalks,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-27
21
Driver Inattention Injures Woman in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 21 - Two sedans slammed together on Bay 8 Street. A young woman behind the wheel took a neck injury and shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bay 8 Street in Brooklyn. The crash left a 20-year-old woman, driving a Maryland-registered Mazda, with a neck injury and in shock. The impact struck the left front of her car and the center front of a Chrysler sedan traveling west. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. Both drivers were licensed and moving straight before the crash. No other injuries were reported. The woman wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
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Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on 83 Street▸Jul 20 - A 67-year-old man crossing against the signal was struck by a sedan backing up on 83 Street. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and full-body injuries. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and traveling west while reversing.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing against the signal on 83 Street. The sedan, traveling west, was backing up when it struck the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the entire body but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal was noted, but no contributing driver factors were specified.
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Moped and Bicycle Collide on West 11 Street▸Jul 18 - A moped and a bicycle collided head-on on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling northeast. No vehicle damage was reported. The bicyclist remained conscious.
According to the police report, a moped and a bicycle collided at the center front ends while both were traveling straight ahead northeast on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old female driver, sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. She was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The crash resulted in injury severity level 3 for the bicyclist.
Aug 17 - A 21-year-old male bicyclist was injured in Brooklyn when a pickup truck made a left turn and struck him. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The truck showed no damage. Driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a pickup truck traveling south on 21 Avenue made a left turn and collided with a northbound bicyclist. The 21-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining knee and lower leg trauma. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The truck's right front bumper was the point of impact, but the vehicle sustained no damage. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and operating legally. No other contributing factors were noted.
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92-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit on 18 Avenue▸Aug 15 - A 92-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, a 92-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing 18 Avenue at an intersection in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2012 Toyota sedan, traveling west and making a left turn, struck him on the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained damage to the left side doors. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other safety equipment or victim errors were noted.
14
Moped Hits Sedan Changing Lanes in Brooklyn▸Aug 14 - A moped struck a sedan on 20 Avenue in Brooklyn at 10:20 p.m. The moped driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered bruises and leg injuries. The sedan was changing lanes. Driver distraction and improper lane use caused the crash.
According to the police report, a moped traveling north on 20 Avenue collided with a northbound sedan that was changing lanes. The moped driver, a 29-year-old female occupant, sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including inattention or distraction and improper passing or lane usage. The moped driver was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and operating a 2015 BMW. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moped and the right front bumper of the sedan. The crash resulted from the sedan's lane change combined with the moped driver's distraction and following too closely.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Belt Parkway▸Aug 12 - Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. The rear driver, distracted, slammed into the front car. Both drivers suffered chest bruises. Metal crumpled. Two people left hurt, conscious, and shaken.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling west on Belt Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the center back end of the front car. Both drivers were injured with chest contusions but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Alcohol involvement was noted for the front vehicle's passenger. Both vehicles sustained center front and back end damage. No ejections occurred. The crash left two people hurt, underscoring the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
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Bus Hits Moped on 25 Avenue, Rider Injured▸Aug 4 - A bus struck a moped on 25 Avenue late at night. The moped driver was ejected and suffered head injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard as a factor. The rider was conscious but injured, with abrasions and a serious head wound.
According to the police report, a bus traveling north on 25 Avenue collided with a moped traveling east. The moped driver, a 35-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained head injuries and abrasions. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. The bus impacted the moped's right front quarter panel with its center front end. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors were specified. The moped rider was conscious after the crash but seriously injured.
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Unlicensed Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 3 - A 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a parked sedan on 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered bruises and elbow injuries. The driver of the bike was unlicensed and inexperienced.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male bicyclist traveling north collided with a parked sedan on 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The bicyclist was ejected from the bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, with damage to its left side doors. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist remained conscious after the crash but was injured seriously enough to be noted in the report.
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5-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸Aug 1 - A 5-year-old girl was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver, distracted and inattentive, hit her with the front center of the vehicle. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, a 5-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection in Brooklyn while crossing with the signal. The crash involved a 2008 Toyota sedan traveling west, which struck the child with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. There is no indication of any fault or error on the part of the pedestrian. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end.
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SUV Overturns in Belt Parkway Crash▸Jul 30 - Two SUVs slammed together on Belt Parkway. One flipped. Both drivers hurt. Police blamed distraction. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Belt Parkway. A 24-year-old woman driving a Honda SUV changed lanes and struck a 2021 Mazda SUV driven by a 60-year-old man going straight. The Honda overturned. Both drivers were injured: the woman suffered head contusions, the man had shoulder and upper arm injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The Mazda was hit on its left rear bumper, the Honda on its right front. Both drivers wore seat belts. No other factors were listed.
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Motorcycle Collides with SUV on 18 Avenue▸Jul 29 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both drivers were distracted. The SUV was turning left; the motorcycle was going straight.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male motorcycle driver wearing a helmet was injured when his motorcycle struck the right front quarter panel of a 2014 Jeep SUV. The SUV driver was making a left turn while the motorcycle was traveling straight eastbound on 18 Avenue. Both drivers were cited for driver inattention and distraction. The motorcycle driver sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The collision caused damage to the SUV's right front quarter panel and the motorcycle's right side doors. The report lists driver inattention/distraction as the sole contributing factors.
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Gentile Opposes Closing T-Intersection Parking Loophole Safety-Boosting▸Jul 27 - DOT moves to end a rule letting drivers park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. Cars block ramps, endanger walkers, and hide danger. Advocates cheer. The city will hold a hearing. The change restores sight lines and puts people before parking.
On July 27, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) proposed a rule change to close a 2009 loophole that allowed drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. The proposal, not yet finalized, will be discussed at a virtual hearing in early September. The matter summary states: 'The city wants to reverse a 2009 policy that allows drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections, undoing a decade-and-a-half giveaway to drivers that blocked pedestrian access and made streets less safe.' Former Council Member Vincent Gentile pushed for the original exemption, arguing it would create parking and increase safety. DOT spokesperson Mona Bruno said, 'This proposed change will enhance safety and accessibility for pedestrians.' Disability and street safety advocates, including Jean Ryan, praised the move, saying the loophole blocked access for people with disabilities and endangered all pedestrians. The change will restore visibility at intersections, known as daylighting, and aligns city rules with state law requiring clear sight lines at crosswalks.
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City To Close Loophole That Allows Drivers to Park in Certain Crosswalks,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-27
21
Driver Inattention Injures Woman in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 21 - Two sedans slammed together on Bay 8 Street. A young woman behind the wheel took a neck injury and shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bay 8 Street in Brooklyn. The crash left a 20-year-old woman, driving a Maryland-registered Mazda, with a neck injury and in shock. The impact struck the left front of her car and the center front of a Chrysler sedan traveling west. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. Both drivers were licensed and moving straight before the crash. No other injuries were reported. The woman wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
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Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on 83 Street▸Jul 20 - A 67-year-old man crossing against the signal was struck by a sedan backing up on 83 Street. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and full-body injuries. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and traveling west while reversing.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing against the signal on 83 Street. The sedan, traveling west, was backing up when it struck the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the entire body but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal was noted, but no contributing driver factors were specified.
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Moped and Bicycle Collide on West 11 Street▸Jul 18 - A moped and a bicycle collided head-on on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling northeast. No vehicle damage was reported. The bicyclist remained conscious.
According to the police report, a moped and a bicycle collided at the center front ends while both were traveling straight ahead northeast on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old female driver, sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. She was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The crash resulted in injury severity level 3 for the bicyclist.
Aug 15 - A 92-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, a 92-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing 18 Avenue at an intersection in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2012 Toyota sedan, traveling west and making a left turn, struck him on the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained damage to the left side doors. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other safety equipment or victim errors were noted.
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Moped Hits Sedan Changing Lanes in Brooklyn▸Aug 14 - A moped struck a sedan on 20 Avenue in Brooklyn at 10:20 p.m. The moped driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered bruises and leg injuries. The sedan was changing lanes. Driver distraction and improper lane use caused the crash.
According to the police report, a moped traveling north on 20 Avenue collided with a northbound sedan that was changing lanes. The moped driver, a 29-year-old female occupant, sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including inattention or distraction and improper passing or lane usage. The moped driver was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and operating a 2015 BMW. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moped and the right front bumper of the sedan. The crash resulted from the sedan's lane change combined with the moped driver's distraction and following too closely.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Belt Parkway▸Aug 12 - Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. The rear driver, distracted, slammed into the front car. Both drivers suffered chest bruises. Metal crumpled. Two people left hurt, conscious, and shaken.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling west on Belt Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the center back end of the front car. Both drivers were injured with chest contusions but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Alcohol involvement was noted for the front vehicle's passenger. Both vehicles sustained center front and back end damage. No ejections occurred. The crash left two people hurt, underscoring the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
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Bus Hits Moped on 25 Avenue, Rider Injured▸Aug 4 - A bus struck a moped on 25 Avenue late at night. The moped driver was ejected and suffered head injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard as a factor. The rider was conscious but injured, with abrasions and a serious head wound.
According to the police report, a bus traveling north on 25 Avenue collided with a moped traveling east. The moped driver, a 35-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained head injuries and abrasions. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. The bus impacted the moped's right front quarter panel with its center front end. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors were specified. The moped rider was conscious after the crash but seriously injured.
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Unlicensed Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 3 - A 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a parked sedan on 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered bruises and elbow injuries. The driver of the bike was unlicensed and inexperienced.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male bicyclist traveling north collided with a parked sedan on 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The bicyclist was ejected from the bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, with damage to its left side doors. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist remained conscious after the crash but was injured seriously enough to be noted in the report.
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5-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸Aug 1 - A 5-year-old girl was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver, distracted and inattentive, hit her with the front center of the vehicle. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, a 5-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection in Brooklyn while crossing with the signal. The crash involved a 2008 Toyota sedan traveling west, which struck the child with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. There is no indication of any fault or error on the part of the pedestrian. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end.
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SUV Overturns in Belt Parkway Crash▸Jul 30 - Two SUVs slammed together on Belt Parkway. One flipped. Both drivers hurt. Police blamed distraction. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Belt Parkway. A 24-year-old woman driving a Honda SUV changed lanes and struck a 2021 Mazda SUV driven by a 60-year-old man going straight. The Honda overturned. Both drivers were injured: the woman suffered head contusions, the man had shoulder and upper arm injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The Mazda was hit on its left rear bumper, the Honda on its right front. Both drivers wore seat belts. No other factors were listed.
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Motorcycle Collides with SUV on 18 Avenue▸Jul 29 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both drivers were distracted. The SUV was turning left; the motorcycle was going straight.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male motorcycle driver wearing a helmet was injured when his motorcycle struck the right front quarter panel of a 2014 Jeep SUV. The SUV driver was making a left turn while the motorcycle was traveling straight eastbound on 18 Avenue. Both drivers were cited for driver inattention and distraction. The motorcycle driver sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The collision caused damage to the SUV's right front quarter panel and the motorcycle's right side doors. The report lists driver inattention/distraction as the sole contributing factors.
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Gentile Opposes Closing T-Intersection Parking Loophole Safety-Boosting▸Jul 27 - DOT moves to end a rule letting drivers park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. Cars block ramps, endanger walkers, and hide danger. Advocates cheer. The city will hold a hearing. The change restores sight lines and puts people before parking.
On July 27, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) proposed a rule change to close a 2009 loophole that allowed drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. The proposal, not yet finalized, will be discussed at a virtual hearing in early September. The matter summary states: 'The city wants to reverse a 2009 policy that allows drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections, undoing a decade-and-a-half giveaway to drivers that blocked pedestrian access and made streets less safe.' Former Council Member Vincent Gentile pushed for the original exemption, arguing it would create parking and increase safety. DOT spokesperson Mona Bruno said, 'This proposed change will enhance safety and accessibility for pedestrians.' Disability and street safety advocates, including Jean Ryan, praised the move, saying the loophole blocked access for people with disabilities and endangered all pedestrians. The change will restore visibility at intersections, known as daylighting, and aligns city rules with state law requiring clear sight lines at crosswalks.
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City To Close Loophole That Allows Drivers to Park in Certain Crosswalks,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-27
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Driver Inattention Injures Woman in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 21 - Two sedans slammed together on Bay 8 Street. A young woman behind the wheel took a neck injury and shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bay 8 Street in Brooklyn. The crash left a 20-year-old woman, driving a Maryland-registered Mazda, with a neck injury and in shock. The impact struck the left front of her car and the center front of a Chrysler sedan traveling west. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. Both drivers were licensed and moving straight before the crash. No other injuries were reported. The woman wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
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Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on 83 Street▸Jul 20 - A 67-year-old man crossing against the signal was struck by a sedan backing up on 83 Street. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and full-body injuries. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and traveling west while reversing.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing against the signal on 83 Street. The sedan, traveling west, was backing up when it struck the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the entire body but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal was noted, but no contributing driver factors were specified.
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Moped and Bicycle Collide on West 11 Street▸Jul 18 - A moped and a bicycle collided head-on on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling northeast. No vehicle damage was reported. The bicyclist remained conscious.
According to the police report, a moped and a bicycle collided at the center front ends while both were traveling straight ahead northeast on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old female driver, sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. She was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The crash resulted in injury severity level 3 for the bicyclist.
Aug 14 - A moped struck a sedan on 20 Avenue in Brooklyn at 10:20 p.m. The moped driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered bruises and leg injuries. The sedan was changing lanes. Driver distraction and improper lane use caused the crash.
According to the police report, a moped traveling north on 20 Avenue collided with a northbound sedan that was changing lanes. The moped driver, a 29-year-old female occupant, sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including inattention or distraction and improper passing or lane usage. The moped driver was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and operating a 2015 BMW. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moped and the right front bumper of the sedan. The crash resulted from the sedan's lane change combined with the moped driver's distraction and following too closely.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Belt Parkway▸Aug 12 - Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. The rear driver, distracted, slammed into the front car. Both drivers suffered chest bruises. Metal crumpled. Two people left hurt, conscious, and shaken.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling west on Belt Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the center back end of the front car. Both drivers were injured with chest contusions but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Alcohol involvement was noted for the front vehicle's passenger. Both vehicles sustained center front and back end damage. No ejections occurred. The crash left two people hurt, underscoring the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
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Bus Hits Moped on 25 Avenue, Rider Injured▸Aug 4 - A bus struck a moped on 25 Avenue late at night. The moped driver was ejected and suffered head injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard as a factor. The rider was conscious but injured, with abrasions and a serious head wound.
According to the police report, a bus traveling north on 25 Avenue collided with a moped traveling east. The moped driver, a 35-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained head injuries and abrasions. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. The bus impacted the moped's right front quarter panel with its center front end. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors were specified. The moped rider was conscious after the crash but seriously injured.
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Unlicensed Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 3 - A 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a parked sedan on 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered bruises and elbow injuries. The driver of the bike was unlicensed and inexperienced.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male bicyclist traveling north collided with a parked sedan on 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The bicyclist was ejected from the bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, with damage to its left side doors. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist remained conscious after the crash but was injured seriously enough to be noted in the report.
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5-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸Aug 1 - A 5-year-old girl was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver, distracted and inattentive, hit her with the front center of the vehicle. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, a 5-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection in Brooklyn while crossing with the signal. The crash involved a 2008 Toyota sedan traveling west, which struck the child with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. There is no indication of any fault or error on the part of the pedestrian. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end.
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SUV Overturns in Belt Parkway Crash▸Jul 30 - Two SUVs slammed together on Belt Parkway. One flipped. Both drivers hurt. Police blamed distraction. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Belt Parkway. A 24-year-old woman driving a Honda SUV changed lanes and struck a 2021 Mazda SUV driven by a 60-year-old man going straight. The Honda overturned. Both drivers were injured: the woman suffered head contusions, the man had shoulder and upper arm injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The Mazda was hit on its left rear bumper, the Honda on its right front. Both drivers wore seat belts. No other factors were listed.
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Motorcycle Collides with SUV on 18 Avenue▸Jul 29 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both drivers were distracted. The SUV was turning left; the motorcycle was going straight.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male motorcycle driver wearing a helmet was injured when his motorcycle struck the right front quarter panel of a 2014 Jeep SUV. The SUV driver was making a left turn while the motorcycle was traveling straight eastbound on 18 Avenue. Both drivers were cited for driver inattention and distraction. The motorcycle driver sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The collision caused damage to the SUV's right front quarter panel and the motorcycle's right side doors. The report lists driver inattention/distraction as the sole contributing factors.
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Gentile Opposes Closing T-Intersection Parking Loophole Safety-Boosting▸Jul 27 - DOT moves to end a rule letting drivers park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. Cars block ramps, endanger walkers, and hide danger. Advocates cheer. The city will hold a hearing. The change restores sight lines and puts people before parking.
On July 27, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) proposed a rule change to close a 2009 loophole that allowed drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. The proposal, not yet finalized, will be discussed at a virtual hearing in early September. The matter summary states: 'The city wants to reverse a 2009 policy that allows drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections, undoing a decade-and-a-half giveaway to drivers that blocked pedestrian access and made streets less safe.' Former Council Member Vincent Gentile pushed for the original exemption, arguing it would create parking and increase safety. DOT spokesperson Mona Bruno said, 'This proposed change will enhance safety and accessibility for pedestrians.' Disability and street safety advocates, including Jean Ryan, praised the move, saying the loophole blocked access for people with disabilities and endangered all pedestrians. The change will restore visibility at intersections, known as daylighting, and aligns city rules with state law requiring clear sight lines at crosswalks.
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City To Close Loophole That Allows Drivers to Park in Certain Crosswalks,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-27
21
Driver Inattention Injures Woman in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 21 - Two sedans slammed together on Bay 8 Street. A young woman behind the wheel took a neck injury and shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bay 8 Street in Brooklyn. The crash left a 20-year-old woman, driving a Maryland-registered Mazda, with a neck injury and in shock. The impact struck the left front of her car and the center front of a Chrysler sedan traveling west. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. Both drivers were licensed and moving straight before the crash. No other injuries were reported. The woman wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
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Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on 83 Street▸Jul 20 - A 67-year-old man crossing against the signal was struck by a sedan backing up on 83 Street. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and full-body injuries. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and traveling west while reversing.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing against the signal on 83 Street. The sedan, traveling west, was backing up when it struck the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the entire body but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal was noted, but no contributing driver factors were specified.
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Moped and Bicycle Collide on West 11 Street▸Jul 18 - A moped and a bicycle collided head-on on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling northeast. No vehicle damage was reported. The bicyclist remained conscious.
According to the police report, a moped and a bicycle collided at the center front ends while both were traveling straight ahead northeast on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old female driver, sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. She was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The crash resulted in injury severity level 3 for the bicyclist.
Aug 12 - Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. The rear driver, distracted, slammed into the front car. Both drivers suffered chest bruises. Metal crumpled. Two people left hurt, conscious, and shaken.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling west on Belt Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the center back end of the front car. Both drivers were injured with chest contusions but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Alcohol involvement was noted for the front vehicle's passenger. Both vehicles sustained center front and back end damage. No ejections occurred. The crash left two people hurt, underscoring the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
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Bus Hits Moped on 25 Avenue, Rider Injured▸Aug 4 - A bus struck a moped on 25 Avenue late at night. The moped driver was ejected and suffered head injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard as a factor. The rider was conscious but injured, with abrasions and a serious head wound.
According to the police report, a bus traveling north on 25 Avenue collided with a moped traveling east. The moped driver, a 35-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained head injuries and abrasions. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. The bus impacted the moped's right front quarter panel with its center front end. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors were specified. The moped rider was conscious after the crash but seriously injured.
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Unlicensed Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 3 - A 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a parked sedan on 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered bruises and elbow injuries. The driver of the bike was unlicensed and inexperienced.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male bicyclist traveling north collided with a parked sedan on 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The bicyclist was ejected from the bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, with damage to its left side doors. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist remained conscious after the crash but was injured seriously enough to be noted in the report.
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5-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸Aug 1 - A 5-year-old girl was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver, distracted and inattentive, hit her with the front center of the vehicle. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, a 5-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection in Brooklyn while crossing with the signal. The crash involved a 2008 Toyota sedan traveling west, which struck the child with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. There is no indication of any fault or error on the part of the pedestrian. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end.
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SUV Overturns in Belt Parkway Crash▸Jul 30 - Two SUVs slammed together on Belt Parkway. One flipped. Both drivers hurt. Police blamed distraction. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Belt Parkway. A 24-year-old woman driving a Honda SUV changed lanes and struck a 2021 Mazda SUV driven by a 60-year-old man going straight. The Honda overturned. Both drivers were injured: the woman suffered head contusions, the man had shoulder and upper arm injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The Mazda was hit on its left rear bumper, the Honda on its right front. Both drivers wore seat belts. No other factors were listed.
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Motorcycle Collides with SUV on 18 Avenue▸Jul 29 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both drivers were distracted. The SUV was turning left; the motorcycle was going straight.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male motorcycle driver wearing a helmet was injured when his motorcycle struck the right front quarter panel of a 2014 Jeep SUV. The SUV driver was making a left turn while the motorcycle was traveling straight eastbound on 18 Avenue. Both drivers were cited for driver inattention and distraction. The motorcycle driver sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The collision caused damage to the SUV's right front quarter panel and the motorcycle's right side doors. The report lists driver inattention/distraction as the sole contributing factors.
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Gentile Opposes Closing T-Intersection Parking Loophole Safety-Boosting▸Jul 27 - DOT moves to end a rule letting drivers park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. Cars block ramps, endanger walkers, and hide danger. Advocates cheer. The city will hold a hearing. The change restores sight lines and puts people before parking.
On July 27, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) proposed a rule change to close a 2009 loophole that allowed drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. The proposal, not yet finalized, will be discussed at a virtual hearing in early September. The matter summary states: 'The city wants to reverse a 2009 policy that allows drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections, undoing a decade-and-a-half giveaway to drivers that blocked pedestrian access and made streets less safe.' Former Council Member Vincent Gentile pushed for the original exemption, arguing it would create parking and increase safety. DOT spokesperson Mona Bruno said, 'This proposed change will enhance safety and accessibility for pedestrians.' Disability and street safety advocates, including Jean Ryan, praised the move, saying the loophole blocked access for people with disabilities and endangered all pedestrians. The change will restore visibility at intersections, known as daylighting, and aligns city rules with state law requiring clear sight lines at crosswalks.
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City To Close Loophole That Allows Drivers to Park in Certain Crosswalks,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-27
21
Driver Inattention Injures Woman in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 21 - Two sedans slammed together on Bay 8 Street. A young woman behind the wheel took a neck injury and shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bay 8 Street in Brooklyn. The crash left a 20-year-old woman, driving a Maryland-registered Mazda, with a neck injury and in shock. The impact struck the left front of her car and the center front of a Chrysler sedan traveling west. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. Both drivers were licensed and moving straight before the crash. No other injuries were reported. The woman wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
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Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on 83 Street▸Jul 20 - A 67-year-old man crossing against the signal was struck by a sedan backing up on 83 Street. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and full-body injuries. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and traveling west while reversing.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing against the signal on 83 Street. The sedan, traveling west, was backing up when it struck the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the entire body but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal was noted, but no contributing driver factors were specified.
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Moped and Bicycle Collide on West 11 Street▸Jul 18 - A moped and a bicycle collided head-on on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling northeast. No vehicle damage was reported. The bicyclist remained conscious.
According to the police report, a moped and a bicycle collided at the center front ends while both were traveling straight ahead northeast on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old female driver, sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. She was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The crash resulted in injury severity level 3 for the bicyclist.
Aug 4 - A bus struck a moped on 25 Avenue late at night. The moped driver was ejected and suffered head injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard as a factor. The rider was conscious but injured, with abrasions and a serious head wound.
According to the police report, a bus traveling north on 25 Avenue collided with a moped traveling east. The moped driver, a 35-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained head injuries and abrasions. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. The bus impacted the moped's right front quarter panel with its center front end. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors were specified. The moped rider was conscious after the crash but seriously injured.
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Unlicensed Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 3 - A 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a parked sedan on 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered bruises and elbow injuries. The driver of the bike was unlicensed and inexperienced.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male bicyclist traveling north collided with a parked sedan on 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The bicyclist was ejected from the bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, with damage to its left side doors. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist remained conscious after the crash but was injured seriously enough to be noted in the report.
1
5-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸Aug 1 - A 5-year-old girl was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver, distracted and inattentive, hit her with the front center of the vehicle. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, a 5-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection in Brooklyn while crossing with the signal. The crash involved a 2008 Toyota sedan traveling west, which struck the child with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. There is no indication of any fault or error on the part of the pedestrian. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end.
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SUV Overturns in Belt Parkway Crash▸Jul 30 - Two SUVs slammed together on Belt Parkway. One flipped. Both drivers hurt. Police blamed distraction. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Belt Parkway. A 24-year-old woman driving a Honda SUV changed lanes and struck a 2021 Mazda SUV driven by a 60-year-old man going straight. The Honda overturned. Both drivers were injured: the woman suffered head contusions, the man had shoulder and upper arm injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The Mazda was hit on its left rear bumper, the Honda on its right front. Both drivers wore seat belts. No other factors were listed.
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Motorcycle Collides with SUV on 18 Avenue▸Jul 29 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both drivers were distracted. The SUV was turning left; the motorcycle was going straight.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male motorcycle driver wearing a helmet was injured when his motorcycle struck the right front quarter panel of a 2014 Jeep SUV. The SUV driver was making a left turn while the motorcycle was traveling straight eastbound on 18 Avenue. Both drivers were cited for driver inattention and distraction. The motorcycle driver sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The collision caused damage to the SUV's right front quarter panel and the motorcycle's right side doors. The report lists driver inattention/distraction as the sole contributing factors.
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Gentile Opposes Closing T-Intersection Parking Loophole Safety-Boosting▸Jul 27 - DOT moves to end a rule letting drivers park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. Cars block ramps, endanger walkers, and hide danger. Advocates cheer. The city will hold a hearing. The change restores sight lines and puts people before parking.
On July 27, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) proposed a rule change to close a 2009 loophole that allowed drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. The proposal, not yet finalized, will be discussed at a virtual hearing in early September. The matter summary states: 'The city wants to reverse a 2009 policy that allows drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections, undoing a decade-and-a-half giveaway to drivers that blocked pedestrian access and made streets less safe.' Former Council Member Vincent Gentile pushed for the original exemption, arguing it would create parking and increase safety. DOT spokesperson Mona Bruno said, 'This proposed change will enhance safety and accessibility for pedestrians.' Disability and street safety advocates, including Jean Ryan, praised the move, saying the loophole blocked access for people with disabilities and endangered all pedestrians. The change will restore visibility at intersections, known as daylighting, and aligns city rules with state law requiring clear sight lines at crosswalks.
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City To Close Loophole That Allows Drivers to Park in Certain Crosswalks,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-27
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Driver Inattention Injures Woman in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 21 - Two sedans slammed together on Bay 8 Street. A young woman behind the wheel took a neck injury and shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bay 8 Street in Brooklyn. The crash left a 20-year-old woman, driving a Maryland-registered Mazda, with a neck injury and in shock. The impact struck the left front of her car and the center front of a Chrysler sedan traveling west. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. Both drivers were licensed and moving straight before the crash. No other injuries were reported. The woman wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
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Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on 83 Street▸Jul 20 - A 67-year-old man crossing against the signal was struck by a sedan backing up on 83 Street. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and full-body injuries. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and traveling west while reversing.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing against the signal on 83 Street. The sedan, traveling west, was backing up when it struck the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the entire body but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal was noted, but no contributing driver factors were specified.
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Moped and Bicycle Collide on West 11 Street▸Jul 18 - A moped and a bicycle collided head-on on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling northeast. No vehicle damage was reported. The bicyclist remained conscious.
According to the police report, a moped and a bicycle collided at the center front ends while both were traveling straight ahead northeast on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old female driver, sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. She was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The crash resulted in injury severity level 3 for the bicyclist.
Aug 3 - A 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a parked sedan on 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered bruises and elbow injuries. The driver of the bike was unlicensed and inexperienced.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male bicyclist traveling north collided with a parked sedan on 14 Avenue in Brooklyn. The bicyclist was ejected from the bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, with damage to its left side doors. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist remained conscious after the crash but was injured seriously enough to be noted in the report.
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5-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸Aug 1 - A 5-year-old girl was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver, distracted and inattentive, hit her with the front center of the vehicle. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, a 5-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection in Brooklyn while crossing with the signal. The crash involved a 2008 Toyota sedan traveling west, which struck the child with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. There is no indication of any fault or error on the part of the pedestrian. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end.
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SUV Overturns in Belt Parkway Crash▸Jul 30 - Two SUVs slammed together on Belt Parkway. One flipped. Both drivers hurt. Police blamed distraction. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Belt Parkway. A 24-year-old woman driving a Honda SUV changed lanes and struck a 2021 Mazda SUV driven by a 60-year-old man going straight. The Honda overturned. Both drivers were injured: the woman suffered head contusions, the man had shoulder and upper arm injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The Mazda was hit on its left rear bumper, the Honda on its right front. Both drivers wore seat belts. No other factors were listed.
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Motorcycle Collides with SUV on 18 Avenue▸Jul 29 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both drivers were distracted. The SUV was turning left; the motorcycle was going straight.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male motorcycle driver wearing a helmet was injured when his motorcycle struck the right front quarter panel of a 2014 Jeep SUV. The SUV driver was making a left turn while the motorcycle was traveling straight eastbound on 18 Avenue. Both drivers were cited for driver inattention and distraction. The motorcycle driver sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The collision caused damage to the SUV's right front quarter panel and the motorcycle's right side doors. The report lists driver inattention/distraction as the sole contributing factors.
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Gentile Opposes Closing T-Intersection Parking Loophole Safety-Boosting▸Jul 27 - DOT moves to end a rule letting drivers park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. Cars block ramps, endanger walkers, and hide danger. Advocates cheer. The city will hold a hearing. The change restores sight lines and puts people before parking.
On July 27, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) proposed a rule change to close a 2009 loophole that allowed drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. The proposal, not yet finalized, will be discussed at a virtual hearing in early September. The matter summary states: 'The city wants to reverse a 2009 policy that allows drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections, undoing a decade-and-a-half giveaway to drivers that blocked pedestrian access and made streets less safe.' Former Council Member Vincent Gentile pushed for the original exemption, arguing it would create parking and increase safety. DOT spokesperson Mona Bruno said, 'This proposed change will enhance safety and accessibility for pedestrians.' Disability and street safety advocates, including Jean Ryan, praised the move, saying the loophole blocked access for people with disabilities and endangered all pedestrians. The change will restore visibility at intersections, known as daylighting, and aligns city rules with state law requiring clear sight lines at crosswalks.
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City To Close Loophole That Allows Drivers to Park in Certain Crosswalks,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-27
21
Driver Inattention Injures Woman in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 21 - Two sedans slammed together on Bay 8 Street. A young woman behind the wheel took a neck injury and shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bay 8 Street in Brooklyn. The crash left a 20-year-old woman, driving a Maryland-registered Mazda, with a neck injury and in shock. The impact struck the left front of her car and the center front of a Chrysler sedan traveling west. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. Both drivers were licensed and moving straight before the crash. No other injuries were reported. The woman wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
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Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on 83 Street▸Jul 20 - A 67-year-old man crossing against the signal was struck by a sedan backing up on 83 Street. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and full-body injuries. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and traveling west while reversing.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing against the signal on 83 Street. The sedan, traveling west, was backing up when it struck the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the entire body but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal was noted, but no contributing driver factors were specified.
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Moped and Bicycle Collide on West 11 Street▸Jul 18 - A moped and a bicycle collided head-on on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling northeast. No vehicle damage was reported. The bicyclist remained conscious.
According to the police report, a moped and a bicycle collided at the center front ends while both were traveling straight ahead northeast on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old female driver, sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. She was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The crash resulted in injury severity level 3 for the bicyclist.
Aug 1 - A 5-year-old girl was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver, distracted and inattentive, hit her with the front center of the vehicle. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, a 5-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection in Brooklyn while crossing with the signal. The crash involved a 2008 Toyota sedan traveling west, which struck the child with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. There is no indication of any fault or error on the part of the pedestrian. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end.
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SUV Overturns in Belt Parkway Crash▸Jul 30 - Two SUVs slammed together on Belt Parkway. One flipped. Both drivers hurt. Police blamed distraction. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Belt Parkway. A 24-year-old woman driving a Honda SUV changed lanes and struck a 2021 Mazda SUV driven by a 60-year-old man going straight. The Honda overturned. Both drivers were injured: the woman suffered head contusions, the man had shoulder and upper arm injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The Mazda was hit on its left rear bumper, the Honda on its right front. Both drivers wore seat belts. No other factors were listed.
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Motorcycle Collides with SUV on 18 Avenue▸Jul 29 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both drivers were distracted. The SUV was turning left; the motorcycle was going straight.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male motorcycle driver wearing a helmet was injured when his motorcycle struck the right front quarter panel of a 2014 Jeep SUV. The SUV driver was making a left turn while the motorcycle was traveling straight eastbound on 18 Avenue. Both drivers were cited for driver inattention and distraction. The motorcycle driver sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The collision caused damage to the SUV's right front quarter panel and the motorcycle's right side doors. The report lists driver inattention/distraction as the sole contributing factors.
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Gentile Opposes Closing T-Intersection Parking Loophole Safety-Boosting▸Jul 27 - DOT moves to end a rule letting drivers park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. Cars block ramps, endanger walkers, and hide danger. Advocates cheer. The city will hold a hearing. The change restores sight lines and puts people before parking.
On July 27, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) proposed a rule change to close a 2009 loophole that allowed drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. The proposal, not yet finalized, will be discussed at a virtual hearing in early September. The matter summary states: 'The city wants to reverse a 2009 policy that allows drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections, undoing a decade-and-a-half giveaway to drivers that blocked pedestrian access and made streets less safe.' Former Council Member Vincent Gentile pushed for the original exemption, arguing it would create parking and increase safety. DOT spokesperson Mona Bruno said, 'This proposed change will enhance safety and accessibility for pedestrians.' Disability and street safety advocates, including Jean Ryan, praised the move, saying the loophole blocked access for people with disabilities and endangered all pedestrians. The change will restore visibility at intersections, known as daylighting, and aligns city rules with state law requiring clear sight lines at crosswalks.
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City To Close Loophole That Allows Drivers to Park in Certain Crosswalks,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-27
21
Driver Inattention Injures Woman in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 21 - Two sedans slammed together on Bay 8 Street. A young woman behind the wheel took a neck injury and shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bay 8 Street in Brooklyn. The crash left a 20-year-old woman, driving a Maryland-registered Mazda, with a neck injury and in shock. The impact struck the left front of her car and the center front of a Chrysler sedan traveling west. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. Both drivers were licensed and moving straight before the crash. No other injuries were reported. The woman wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
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Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on 83 Street▸Jul 20 - A 67-year-old man crossing against the signal was struck by a sedan backing up on 83 Street. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and full-body injuries. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and traveling west while reversing.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing against the signal on 83 Street. The sedan, traveling west, was backing up when it struck the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the entire body but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal was noted, but no contributing driver factors were specified.
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Moped and Bicycle Collide on West 11 Street▸Jul 18 - A moped and a bicycle collided head-on on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling northeast. No vehicle damage was reported. The bicyclist remained conscious.
According to the police report, a moped and a bicycle collided at the center front ends while both were traveling straight ahead northeast on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old female driver, sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. She was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The crash resulted in injury severity level 3 for the bicyclist.
Jul 30 - Two SUVs slammed together on Belt Parkway. One flipped. Both drivers hurt. Police blamed distraction. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Belt Parkway. A 24-year-old woman driving a Honda SUV changed lanes and struck a 2021 Mazda SUV driven by a 60-year-old man going straight. The Honda overturned. Both drivers were injured: the woman suffered head contusions, the man had shoulder and upper arm injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The Mazda was hit on its left rear bumper, the Honda on its right front. Both drivers wore seat belts. No other factors were listed.
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Motorcycle Collides with SUV on 18 Avenue▸Jul 29 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both drivers were distracted. The SUV was turning left; the motorcycle was going straight.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male motorcycle driver wearing a helmet was injured when his motorcycle struck the right front quarter panel of a 2014 Jeep SUV. The SUV driver was making a left turn while the motorcycle was traveling straight eastbound on 18 Avenue. Both drivers were cited for driver inattention and distraction. The motorcycle driver sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The collision caused damage to the SUV's right front quarter panel and the motorcycle's right side doors. The report lists driver inattention/distraction as the sole contributing factors.
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Gentile Opposes Closing T-Intersection Parking Loophole Safety-Boosting▸Jul 27 - DOT moves to end a rule letting drivers park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. Cars block ramps, endanger walkers, and hide danger. Advocates cheer. The city will hold a hearing. The change restores sight lines and puts people before parking.
On July 27, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) proposed a rule change to close a 2009 loophole that allowed drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. The proposal, not yet finalized, will be discussed at a virtual hearing in early September. The matter summary states: 'The city wants to reverse a 2009 policy that allows drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections, undoing a decade-and-a-half giveaway to drivers that blocked pedestrian access and made streets less safe.' Former Council Member Vincent Gentile pushed for the original exemption, arguing it would create parking and increase safety. DOT spokesperson Mona Bruno said, 'This proposed change will enhance safety and accessibility for pedestrians.' Disability and street safety advocates, including Jean Ryan, praised the move, saying the loophole blocked access for people with disabilities and endangered all pedestrians. The change will restore visibility at intersections, known as daylighting, and aligns city rules with state law requiring clear sight lines at crosswalks.
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City To Close Loophole That Allows Drivers to Park in Certain Crosswalks,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-27
21
Driver Inattention Injures Woman in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 21 - Two sedans slammed together on Bay 8 Street. A young woman behind the wheel took a neck injury and shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bay 8 Street in Brooklyn. The crash left a 20-year-old woman, driving a Maryland-registered Mazda, with a neck injury and in shock. The impact struck the left front of her car and the center front of a Chrysler sedan traveling west. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. Both drivers were licensed and moving straight before the crash. No other injuries were reported. The woman wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
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Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on 83 Street▸Jul 20 - A 67-year-old man crossing against the signal was struck by a sedan backing up on 83 Street. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and full-body injuries. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and traveling west while reversing.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing against the signal on 83 Street. The sedan, traveling west, was backing up when it struck the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the entire body but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal was noted, but no contributing driver factors were specified.
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Moped and Bicycle Collide on West 11 Street▸Jul 18 - A moped and a bicycle collided head-on on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling northeast. No vehicle damage was reported. The bicyclist remained conscious.
According to the police report, a moped and a bicycle collided at the center front ends while both were traveling straight ahead northeast on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old female driver, sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. She was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The crash resulted in injury severity level 3 for the bicyclist.
Jul 29 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both drivers were distracted. The SUV was turning left; the motorcycle was going straight.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male motorcycle driver wearing a helmet was injured when his motorcycle struck the right front quarter panel of a 2014 Jeep SUV. The SUV driver was making a left turn while the motorcycle was traveling straight eastbound on 18 Avenue. Both drivers were cited for driver inattention and distraction. The motorcycle driver sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The collision caused damage to the SUV's right front quarter panel and the motorcycle's right side doors. The report lists driver inattention/distraction as the sole contributing factors.
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Gentile Opposes Closing T-Intersection Parking Loophole Safety-Boosting▸Jul 27 - DOT moves to end a rule letting drivers park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. Cars block ramps, endanger walkers, and hide danger. Advocates cheer. The city will hold a hearing. The change restores sight lines and puts people before parking.
On July 27, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) proposed a rule change to close a 2009 loophole that allowed drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. The proposal, not yet finalized, will be discussed at a virtual hearing in early September. The matter summary states: 'The city wants to reverse a 2009 policy that allows drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections, undoing a decade-and-a-half giveaway to drivers that blocked pedestrian access and made streets less safe.' Former Council Member Vincent Gentile pushed for the original exemption, arguing it would create parking and increase safety. DOT spokesperson Mona Bruno said, 'This proposed change will enhance safety and accessibility for pedestrians.' Disability and street safety advocates, including Jean Ryan, praised the move, saying the loophole blocked access for people with disabilities and endangered all pedestrians. The change will restore visibility at intersections, known as daylighting, and aligns city rules with state law requiring clear sight lines at crosswalks.
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City To Close Loophole That Allows Drivers to Park in Certain Crosswalks,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-27
21
Driver Inattention Injures Woman in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 21 - Two sedans slammed together on Bay 8 Street. A young woman behind the wheel took a neck injury and shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bay 8 Street in Brooklyn. The crash left a 20-year-old woman, driving a Maryland-registered Mazda, with a neck injury and in shock. The impact struck the left front of her car and the center front of a Chrysler sedan traveling west. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. Both drivers were licensed and moving straight before the crash. No other injuries were reported. The woman wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
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Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on 83 Street▸Jul 20 - A 67-year-old man crossing against the signal was struck by a sedan backing up on 83 Street. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and full-body injuries. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and traveling west while reversing.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing against the signal on 83 Street. The sedan, traveling west, was backing up when it struck the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the entire body but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal was noted, but no contributing driver factors were specified.
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Moped and Bicycle Collide on West 11 Street▸Jul 18 - A moped and a bicycle collided head-on on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling northeast. No vehicle damage was reported. The bicyclist remained conscious.
According to the police report, a moped and a bicycle collided at the center front ends while both were traveling straight ahead northeast on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old female driver, sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. She was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The crash resulted in injury severity level 3 for the bicyclist.
Jul 27 - DOT moves to end a rule letting drivers park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. Cars block ramps, endanger walkers, and hide danger. Advocates cheer. The city will hold a hearing. The change restores sight lines and puts people before parking.
On July 27, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) proposed a rule change to close a 2009 loophole that allowed drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections. The proposal, not yet finalized, will be discussed at a virtual hearing in early September. The matter summary states: 'The city wants to reverse a 2009 policy that allows drivers to park in unmarked crosswalks at T-intersections, undoing a decade-and-a-half giveaway to drivers that blocked pedestrian access and made streets less safe.' Former Council Member Vincent Gentile pushed for the original exemption, arguing it would create parking and increase safety. DOT spokesperson Mona Bruno said, 'This proposed change will enhance safety and accessibility for pedestrians.' Disability and street safety advocates, including Jean Ryan, praised the move, saying the loophole blocked access for people with disabilities and endangered all pedestrians. The change will restore visibility at intersections, known as daylighting, and aligns city rules with state law requiring clear sight lines at crosswalks.
- City To Close Loophole That Allows Drivers to Park in Certain Crosswalks, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-07-27
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Driver Inattention Injures Woman in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 21 - Two sedans slammed together on Bay 8 Street. A young woman behind the wheel took a neck injury and shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bay 8 Street in Brooklyn. The crash left a 20-year-old woman, driving a Maryland-registered Mazda, with a neck injury and in shock. The impact struck the left front of her car and the center front of a Chrysler sedan traveling west. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. Both drivers were licensed and moving straight before the crash. No other injuries were reported. The woman wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
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Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on 83 Street▸Jul 20 - A 67-year-old man crossing against the signal was struck by a sedan backing up on 83 Street. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and full-body injuries. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and traveling west while reversing.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing against the signal on 83 Street. The sedan, traveling west, was backing up when it struck the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the entire body but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal was noted, but no contributing driver factors were specified.
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Moped and Bicycle Collide on West 11 Street▸Jul 18 - A moped and a bicycle collided head-on on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling northeast. No vehicle damage was reported. The bicyclist remained conscious.
According to the police report, a moped and a bicycle collided at the center front ends while both were traveling straight ahead northeast on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old female driver, sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. She was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The crash resulted in injury severity level 3 for the bicyclist.
Jul 21 - Two sedans slammed together on Bay 8 Street. A young woman behind the wheel took a neck injury and shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bay 8 Street in Brooklyn. The crash left a 20-year-old woman, driving a Maryland-registered Mazda, with a neck injury and in shock. The impact struck the left front of her car and the center front of a Chrysler sedan traveling west. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. Both drivers were licensed and moving straight before the crash. No other injuries were reported. The woman wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
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Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on 83 Street▸Jul 20 - A 67-year-old man crossing against the signal was struck by a sedan backing up on 83 Street. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and full-body injuries. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and traveling west while reversing.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing against the signal on 83 Street. The sedan, traveling west, was backing up when it struck the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the entire body but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal was noted, but no contributing driver factors were specified.
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Moped and Bicycle Collide on West 11 Street▸Jul 18 - A moped and a bicycle collided head-on on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling northeast. No vehicle damage was reported. The bicyclist remained conscious.
According to the police report, a moped and a bicycle collided at the center front ends while both were traveling straight ahead northeast on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old female driver, sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. She was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The crash resulted in injury severity level 3 for the bicyclist.
Jul 20 - A 67-year-old man crossing against the signal was struck by a sedan backing up on 83 Street. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and full-body injuries. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and traveling west while reversing.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing against the signal on 83 Street. The sedan, traveling west, was backing up when it struck the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the entire body but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal was noted, but no contributing driver factors were specified.
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Moped and Bicycle Collide on West 11 Street▸Jul 18 - A moped and a bicycle collided head-on on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling northeast. No vehicle damage was reported. The bicyclist remained conscious.
According to the police report, a moped and a bicycle collided at the center front ends while both were traveling straight ahead northeast on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old female driver, sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. She was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The crash resulted in injury severity level 3 for the bicyclist.
Jul 18 - A moped and a bicycle collided head-on on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling northeast. No vehicle damage was reported. The bicyclist remained conscious.
According to the police report, a moped and a bicycle collided at the center front ends while both were traveling straight ahead northeast on West 11 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 60-year-old female driver, sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. She was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The crash resulted in injury severity level 3 for the bicyclist.