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 11
▸ Severe Bleeding 5
▸ Severe Lacerations 7
▸ Concussion 8
▸ Whiplash 63
▸ Contusion/Bruise 204
▸ Abrasion 116
▸ Pain/Nausea 56
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year-to-year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
Caught Speeding Recently in CB 311
- 2018 Gray BMW Utility Vehicle (RVPM66) – 102 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2024 Black Audi Sedan (LSA8015) – 81 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2025 Blue Acura Sedan (KXH4599) – 50 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2024 Gray Ford Suburban (HXU7100) – 49 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2024 Gray BMW Sedan (KTN5471) – 47 times • 2 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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Four people walking hit in a week. CB11 knows these corners.
Brooklyn CB11: Jan 1, 2022 - Nov 22, 2025
Just after 12 AM on Nov 16, at 14 Ave and 67 St, a driver turning left in a 2022 BMW hit a 28‑year‑old man in the intersection, injuring him, police data show (NYC Open Data).
This Week
- Nov 13: at 20 Ave and Benson Ave, a right‑turning sedan driver hit a 41‑year‑old man who was crossing with the signal, police recorded (NYC Open Data).
- Nov 11: by the Belt Parkway entrance at Bay Parkway, a pedestrian was injured in a two‑sedan crash, one driver unlicensed, police recorded (NYC Open Data).
- Nov 10: at Kings Hwy and Stillwell Ave, a left‑turning SUV driver hit a 29‑year‑old woman who was crossing with the signal, police recorded (NYC Open Data).
The toll on foot
Since Jan 1, 2022, in Brooklyn Community Board 11, people on foot have paid most of the price: 10 pedestrians killed and 696 injured (NYC Open Data). Over the same span, crashes here total 5,337, leaving 2,894 injured and 14 dead across all modes (NYC Open Data).
The danger is predictable by time and place. Noon has seen the most deaths here, with four recorded; the 5 PM hour has the most serious injuries, seven, in the period covered (NYC Open Data). Police most often cite specific driver behavior in these crashes, including failure to yield and inattention/distraction, each tied to a death and dozens of injuries in this area (NYC Open Data).
Corners that keep breaking bodies
Certain corridors come up again and again. 18 Avenue and 19 Avenue top the list, with a combined 5 deaths and more than 100 injuries since 2022 (NYC Open Data). Avenue P and Bath Avenue also sit high on the ledger.
The fixes are not exotic. Clear the sightlines. End crosswalk parking at three‑way junctions. Advocates have pressed the city to ban all parking at T‑intersections and restore daylight to corners (Streetsblog NYC; Streetsblog NYC). Harden turns where drivers cut across people walking. Target left‑ and right‑turn conflicts at the known hotspots above.
Habit is policy
Policy choices show up in the numbers on these blocks. Albany reauthorized the city’s school‑zone speed cameras this year, but some city lawmakers fought it. State Sen. Steve Chan voted no, one of the city legislators called out for opposing a proven safety program (Streetsblog NYC).
There is another tool on the table: a state bill to require speed‑limiting tech for repeat dangerous drivers. The Senate moved it in committee; Sen. Chan voted yes there on S 4045, which would mandate intelligent speed assistance for repeated violations (Open States).
City Hall already has the power to lower speeds more broadly. The city is using it in places, and advocates are pressing for more. Our own action guide lays out the next steps: a lower default limit and curbs on chronic speeding (/take_action/).
Make the next turn safer
- Daylight every T‑intersection in CB11 and enforce the rule so people can see into the crosswalks (Streetsblog NYC).
- Add hardened centerlines and leading pedestrian intervals at 18 Avenue and 19 Avenue to slow turns and give people on foot a head start (NYC Open Data).
- Push Albany to pass the speed‑limiter bill for repeat offenders and install it fast if it becomes law (Open States).
The man hit at 14 Ave and 67 St is alive. So are most of the people hit here. The count keeps growing.
Take one step: tell your leaders to act now. Start here.
Frequently Asked Questions
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▸ How many people walking have been hurt or killed here since 2022?
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▸ Which driver behaviors show up most in local crashes with people walking?
▸ How were these numbers calculated?
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-22
- Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-23
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-12
- 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
Other Representatives
Assembly Member William Colton
District 47
Council Member Susan Zhuang
District 43
State Senator Steve Chan
District 17
▸ 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
26
Sedan Strikes Child Crossing With Signal▸Jul 26 - A sedan hit a three-year-old girl in Brooklyn. She crossed with the signal. The car failed to yield. The child suffered leg injuries. Shock followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A three-year-old girl was hit by a sedan while crossing 81st Street at 17th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The girl suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, especially children, at city intersections.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
22
Sedan Struck on Kings Highway, Driver Hurt▸Jul 22 - A sedan stopped in traffic on Kings Highway took a hit to its back end. The driver, a 55-year-old man, suffered back pain and shock. No contributing factors listed. Streets stayed dangerous and silent.
A crash on Kings Highway at West 10th Street in Brooklyn left a 55-year-old male driver injured. According to the police report, a sedan was stopped in traffic when it was struck at the center back end. The driver suffered back pain and shock. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor. The incident highlights the constant risk for those inside vehicles, even when stopped.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸Jul 19 - A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
18
SUV Backs Into SUV, Two Injured in Brooklyn▸Jul 18 - SUV reversed unsafely on 25th Avenue. Two people suffered whiplash. Metal struck metal. The street stayed hard and cold.
Two SUVs collided near 8664 25th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV was backing unsafely when it struck another SUV. A 62-year-old male driver and a 74-year-old female passenger were injured, both suffering whiplash. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two people hurt and the street marked by impact.
18
Moped Driver Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian▸Jul 18 - The moped driver hit a 55-year-old woman at Bay Parkway and 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic-control disregard by the driver.
"According to the police report, the moped driver failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic controls." A 55-year-old woman was struck by the moped as a pedestrian at Bay Parkway near 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as a contusion (bruise). The moped showed no damage in the report; the incident is logged under collision ID 4829768.
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Two SUVs collide on Avenue S▸Jul 18 - Two SUVs collided on Avenue S at Van Sicklen in Brooklyn. A 44-year-old driver suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction. An air bag deployed; other occupants reported minor or no injuries.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided at Avenue S and Van Sicklen Street in Brooklyn. One driver, age 44, was injured in the knee, lower leg and foot and complained of contusion and bruising. Police recorded 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash and both list left-front bumper as the point of impact. The report notes an air bag deployed and the injured driver had a lap belt and harness. The report also says the other driver, age 73, and three passengers, including a 67-year-old woman, were not seriously hurt.
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Driver in Sedan Hits Scooter, Ejects Rider▸Jul 17 - A driver in a sedan hit a standing scooter on Bath Ave. The scooter rider, 32, was ejected and suffered a fractured lower leg. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on Bath Ave hit a standing scooter traveling west. The scooter driver, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered fractures to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Impact occurred at the sedan’s left front quarter panel. The report lists one injured person and notes ejection and a distorted fracture. No helmet or signaling is listed as a contributing factor in the police report.
17
SUV and Truck Collide on Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 17 - SUV struck truck on Cropsey Avenue. Two men hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
Two vehicles collided at 1649 Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. A station wagon/SUV hit a tractor truck. According to the police report, two men were injured: a 40-year-old front passenger suffered leg injuries, and a 37-year-old truck driver suffered neck injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
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Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
9
Sedan Strikes E-Bike on Bay Parkway▸Jul 9 - A sedan hit an e-bike at Bay Parkway and 86th Street. The e-bike rider, 23, was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inexperience and distraction as causes.
A sedan and an e-bike collided at Bay Parkway and 86th Street in Brooklyn. The 23-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a back contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The sedan's front end struck the e-bike. Both vehicles were traveling straight. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸Jul 8 - A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
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SUVs Collide on 78th Street, Driver Injured▸Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
28
E-Bike Rider Ejected in Bath Ave Crash▸Jun 28 - A sedan struck an e-bike on Bath Ave. The 63-year-old cyclist was ejected and injured. Center-front impact. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and an e-bike collided on Bath Ave in Brooklyn. The 63-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead and struck center front. The cyclist was listed as injured with a contusion. No specific driver errors were recorded; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash left the cyclist exposed to harm. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
27
SUV Turns Into Sedan, Passenger Injured on Bath Ave▸Jun 27 - SUV turned right into a sedan on Bath Ave. Rear passenger suffered leg injury. No clear cause named. Streets stay dangerous. Metal meets flesh. Another wound in Brooklyn.
A station wagon/SUV made a right turn and struck a sedan going straight on Bath Ave at Bay 10 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 28-year-old male rear passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. Both vehicles had licensed drivers. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were recorded in the report. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risks on city streets.
Jul 26 - A sedan hit a three-year-old girl in Brooklyn. She crossed with the signal. The car failed to yield. The child suffered leg injuries. Shock followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A three-year-old girl was hit by a sedan while crossing 81st Street at 17th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The girl suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, especially children, at city intersections.
25
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
22
Sedan Struck on Kings Highway, Driver Hurt▸Jul 22 - A sedan stopped in traffic on Kings Highway took a hit to its back end. The driver, a 55-year-old man, suffered back pain and shock. No contributing factors listed. Streets stayed dangerous and silent.
A crash on Kings Highway at West 10th Street in Brooklyn left a 55-year-old male driver injured. According to the police report, a sedan was stopped in traffic when it was struck at the center back end. The driver suffered back pain and shock. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor. The incident highlights the constant risk for those inside vehicles, even when stopped.
19
Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸Jul 19 - A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
18
SUV Backs Into SUV, Two Injured in Brooklyn▸Jul 18 - SUV reversed unsafely on 25th Avenue. Two people suffered whiplash. Metal struck metal. The street stayed hard and cold.
Two SUVs collided near 8664 25th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV was backing unsafely when it struck another SUV. A 62-year-old male driver and a 74-year-old female passenger were injured, both suffering whiplash. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two people hurt and the street marked by impact.
18
Moped Driver Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian▸Jul 18 - The moped driver hit a 55-year-old woman at Bay Parkway and 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic-control disregard by the driver.
"According to the police report, the moped driver failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic controls." A 55-year-old woman was struck by the moped as a pedestrian at Bay Parkway near 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as a contusion (bruise). The moped showed no damage in the report; the incident is logged under collision ID 4829768.
18
Two SUVs collide on Avenue S▸Jul 18 - Two SUVs collided on Avenue S at Van Sicklen in Brooklyn. A 44-year-old driver suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction. An air bag deployed; other occupants reported minor or no injuries.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided at Avenue S and Van Sicklen Street in Brooklyn. One driver, age 44, was injured in the knee, lower leg and foot and complained of contusion and bruising. Police recorded 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash and both list left-front bumper as the point of impact. The report notes an air bag deployed and the injured driver had a lap belt and harness. The report also says the other driver, age 73, and three passengers, including a 67-year-old woman, were not seriously hurt.
17
Driver in Sedan Hits Scooter, Ejects Rider▸Jul 17 - A driver in a sedan hit a standing scooter on Bath Ave. The scooter rider, 32, was ejected and suffered a fractured lower leg. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on Bath Ave hit a standing scooter traveling west. The scooter driver, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered fractures to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Impact occurred at the sedan’s left front quarter panel. The report lists one injured person and notes ejection and a distorted fracture. No helmet or signaling is listed as a contributing factor in the police report.
17
SUV and Truck Collide on Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 17 - SUV struck truck on Cropsey Avenue. Two men hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
Two vehicles collided at 1649 Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. A station wagon/SUV hit a tractor truck. According to the police report, two men were injured: a 40-year-old front passenger suffered leg injuries, and a 37-year-old truck driver suffered neck injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
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Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
9
Sedan Strikes E-Bike on Bay Parkway▸Jul 9 - A sedan hit an e-bike at Bay Parkway and 86th Street. The e-bike rider, 23, was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inexperience and distraction as causes.
A sedan and an e-bike collided at Bay Parkway and 86th Street in Brooklyn. The 23-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a back contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The sedan's front end struck the e-bike. Both vehicles were traveling straight. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The report lists no other contributing factors.
8
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸Jul 8 - A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
1
SUVs Collide on 78th Street, Driver Injured▸Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
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Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
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E-Bike Rider Ejected in Bath Ave Crash▸Jun 28 - A sedan struck an e-bike on Bath Ave. The 63-year-old cyclist was ejected and injured. Center-front impact. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and an e-bike collided on Bath Ave in Brooklyn. The 63-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead and struck center front. The cyclist was listed as injured with a contusion. No specific driver errors were recorded; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash left the cyclist exposed to harm. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
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SUV Turns Into Sedan, Passenger Injured on Bath Ave▸Jun 27 - SUV turned right into a sedan on Bath Ave. Rear passenger suffered leg injury. No clear cause named. Streets stay dangerous. Metal meets flesh. Another wound in Brooklyn.
A station wagon/SUV made a right turn and struck a sedan going straight on Bath Ave at Bay 10 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 28-year-old male rear passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. Both vehicles had licensed drivers. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were recorded in the report. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risks on city streets.
Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
- Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-25
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Sedan Struck on Kings Highway, Driver Hurt▸Jul 22 - A sedan stopped in traffic on Kings Highway took a hit to its back end. The driver, a 55-year-old man, suffered back pain and shock. No contributing factors listed. Streets stayed dangerous and silent.
A crash on Kings Highway at West 10th Street in Brooklyn left a 55-year-old male driver injured. According to the police report, a sedan was stopped in traffic when it was struck at the center back end. The driver suffered back pain and shock. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor. The incident highlights the constant risk for those inside vehicles, even when stopped.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸Jul 19 - A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
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SUV Backs Into SUV, Two Injured in Brooklyn▸Jul 18 - SUV reversed unsafely on 25th Avenue. Two people suffered whiplash. Metal struck metal. The street stayed hard and cold.
Two SUVs collided near 8664 25th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV was backing unsafely when it struck another SUV. A 62-year-old male driver and a 74-year-old female passenger were injured, both suffering whiplash. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two people hurt and the street marked by impact.
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Moped Driver Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian▸Jul 18 - The moped driver hit a 55-year-old woman at Bay Parkway and 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic-control disregard by the driver.
"According to the police report, the moped driver failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic controls." A 55-year-old woman was struck by the moped as a pedestrian at Bay Parkway near 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as a contusion (bruise). The moped showed no damage in the report; the incident is logged under collision ID 4829768.
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Two SUVs collide on Avenue S▸Jul 18 - Two SUVs collided on Avenue S at Van Sicklen in Brooklyn. A 44-year-old driver suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction. An air bag deployed; other occupants reported minor or no injuries.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided at Avenue S and Van Sicklen Street in Brooklyn. One driver, age 44, was injured in the knee, lower leg and foot and complained of contusion and bruising. Police recorded 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash and both list left-front bumper as the point of impact. The report notes an air bag deployed and the injured driver had a lap belt and harness. The report also says the other driver, age 73, and three passengers, including a 67-year-old woman, were not seriously hurt.
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Driver in Sedan Hits Scooter, Ejects Rider▸Jul 17 - A driver in a sedan hit a standing scooter on Bath Ave. The scooter rider, 32, was ejected and suffered a fractured lower leg. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on Bath Ave hit a standing scooter traveling west. The scooter driver, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered fractures to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Impact occurred at the sedan’s left front quarter panel. The report lists one injured person and notes ejection and a distorted fracture. No helmet or signaling is listed as a contributing factor in the police report.
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SUV and Truck Collide on Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 17 - SUV struck truck on Cropsey Avenue. Two men hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
Two vehicles collided at 1649 Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. A station wagon/SUV hit a tractor truck. According to the police report, two men were injured: a 40-year-old front passenger suffered leg injuries, and a 37-year-old truck driver suffered neck injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
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Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
9
Sedan Strikes E-Bike on Bay Parkway▸Jul 9 - A sedan hit an e-bike at Bay Parkway and 86th Street. The e-bike rider, 23, was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inexperience and distraction as causes.
A sedan and an e-bike collided at Bay Parkway and 86th Street in Brooklyn. The 23-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a back contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The sedan's front end struck the e-bike. Both vehicles were traveling straight. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸Jul 8 - A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
1
SUVs Collide on 78th Street, Driver Injured▸Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
28
E-Bike Rider Ejected in Bath Ave Crash▸Jun 28 - A sedan struck an e-bike on Bath Ave. The 63-year-old cyclist was ejected and injured. Center-front impact. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and an e-bike collided on Bath Ave in Brooklyn. The 63-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead and struck center front. The cyclist was listed as injured with a contusion. No specific driver errors were recorded; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash left the cyclist exposed to harm. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
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SUV Turns Into Sedan, Passenger Injured on Bath Ave▸Jun 27 - SUV turned right into a sedan on Bath Ave. Rear passenger suffered leg injury. No clear cause named. Streets stay dangerous. Metal meets flesh. Another wound in Brooklyn.
A station wagon/SUV made a right turn and struck a sedan going straight on Bath Ave at Bay 10 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 28-year-old male rear passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. Both vehicles had licensed drivers. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were recorded in the report. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risks on city streets.
Jul 22 - A sedan stopped in traffic on Kings Highway took a hit to its back end. The driver, a 55-year-old man, suffered back pain and shock. No contributing factors listed. Streets stayed dangerous and silent.
A crash on Kings Highway at West 10th Street in Brooklyn left a 55-year-old male driver injured. According to the police report, a sedan was stopped in traffic when it was struck at the center back end. The driver suffered back pain and shock. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor. The incident highlights the constant risk for those inside vehicles, even when stopped.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground▸Jul 19 - A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
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Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-19
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SUV Backs Into SUV, Two Injured in Brooklyn▸Jul 18 - SUV reversed unsafely on 25th Avenue. Two people suffered whiplash. Metal struck metal. The street stayed hard and cold.
Two SUVs collided near 8664 25th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV was backing unsafely when it struck another SUV. A 62-year-old male driver and a 74-year-old female passenger were injured, both suffering whiplash. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two people hurt and the street marked by impact.
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Moped Driver Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian▸Jul 18 - The moped driver hit a 55-year-old woman at Bay Parkway and 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic-control disregard by the driver.
"According to the police report, the moped driver failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic controls." A 55-year-old woman was struck by the moped as a pedestrian at Bay Parkway near 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as a contusion (bruise). The moped showed no damage in the report; the incident is logged under collision ID 4829768.
18
Two SUVs collide on Avenue S▸Jul 18 - Two SUVs collided on Avenue S at Van Sicklen in Brooklyn. A 44-year-old driver suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction. An air bag deployed; other occupants reported minor or no injuries.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided at Avenue S and Van Sicklen Street in Brooklyn. One driver, age 44, was injured in the knee, lower leg and foot and complained of contusion and bruising. Police recorded 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash and both list left-front bumper as the point of impact. The report notes an air bag deployed and the injured driver had a lap belt and harness. The report also says the other driver, age 73, and three passengers, including a 67-year-old woman, were not seriously hurt.
17
Driver in Sedan Hits Scooter, Ejects Rider▸Jul 17 - A driver in a sedan hit a standing scooter on Bath Ave. The scooter rider, 32, was ejected and suffered a fractured lower leg. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on Bath Ave hit a standing scooter traveling west. The scooter driver, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered fractures to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Impact occurred at the sedan’s left front quarter panel. The report lists one injured person and notes ejection and a distorted fracture. No helmet or signaling is listed as a contributing factor in the police report.
17
SUV and Truck Collide on Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 17 - SUV struck truck on Cropsey Avenue. Two men hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
Two vehicles collided at 1649 Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. A station wagon/SUV hit a tractor truck. According to the police report, two men were injured: a 40-year-old front passenger suffered leg injuries, and a 37-year-old truck driver suffered neck injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
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Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
9
Sedan Strikes E-Bike on Bay Parkway▸Jul 9 - A sedan hit an e-bike at Bay Parkway and 86th Street. The e-bike rider, 23, was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inexperience and distraction as causes.
A sedan and an e-bike collided at Bay Parkway and 86th Street in Brooklyn. The 23-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a back contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The sedan's front end struck the e-bike. Both vehicles were traveling straight. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The report lists no other contributing factors.
8
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸Jul 8 - A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
1
SUVs Collide on 78th Street, Driver Injured▸Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
28
E-Bike Rider Ejected in Bath Ave Crash▸Jun 28 - A sedan struck an e-bike on Bath Ave. The 63-year-old cyclist was ejected and injured. Center-front impact. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and an e-bike collided on Bath Ave in Brooklyn. The 63-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead and struck center front. The cyclist was listed as injured with a contusion. No specific driver errors were recorded; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash left the cyclist exposed to harm. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
27
SUV Turns Into Sedan, Passenger Injured on Bath Ave▸Jun 27 - SUV turned right into a sedan on Bath Ave. Rear passenger suffered leg injury. No clear cause named. Streets stay dangerous. Metal meets flesh. Another wound in Brooklyn.
A station wagon/SUV made a right turn and struck a sedan going straight on Bath Ave at Bay 10 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 28-year-old male rear passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. Both vehicles had licensed drivers. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were recorded in the report. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risks on city streets.
Jul 19 - A car struck an 11-year-old boy by a Brooklyn playground. He survived. Police search for answers. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on July 19, 2025, that an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car near a playground on Bedford Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The boy is in stable condition. Police are investigating the circumstances. The article states, "There is no word yet on how the accident happened." No details on driver actions or charges have been released. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to children near city streets and playgrounds.
- Child Hit Near Sheepshead Bay Playground, ABC7, Published 2025-07-19
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SUV Backs Into SUV, Two Injured in Brooklyn▸Jul 18 - SUV reversed unsafely on 25th Avenue. Two people suffered whiplash. Metal struck metal. The street stayed hard and cold.
Two SUVs collided near 8664 25th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV was backing unsafely when it struck another SUV. A 62-year-old male driver and a 74-year-old female passenger were injured, both suffering whiplash. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two people hurt and the street marked by impact.
18
Moped Driver Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian▸Jul 18 - The moped driver hit a 55-year-old woman at Bay Parkway and 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic-control disregard by the driver.
"According to the police report, the moped driver failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic controls." A 55-year-old woman was struck by the moped as a pedestrian at Bay Parkway near 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as a contusion (bruise). The moped showed no damage in the report; the incident is logged under collision ID 4829768.
18
Two SUVs collide on Avenue S▸Jul 18 - Two SUVs collided on Avenue S at Van Sicklen in Brooklyn. A 44-year-old driver suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction. An air bag deployed; other occupants reported minor or no injuries.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided at Avenue S and Van Sicklen Street in Brooklyn. One driver, age 44, was injured in the knee, lower leg and foot and complained of contusion and bruising. Police recorded 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash and both list left-front bumper as the point of impact. The report notes an air bag deployed and the injured driver had a lap belt and harness. The report also says the other driver, age 73, and three passengers, including a 67-year-old woman, were not seriously hurt.
17
Driver in Sedan Hits Scooter, Ejects Rider▸Jul 17 - A driver in a sedan hit a standing scooter on Bath Ave. The scooter rider, 32, was ejected and suffered a fractured lower leg. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on Bath Ave hit a standing scooter traveling west. The scooter driver, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered fractures to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Impact occurred at the sedan’s left front quarter panel. The report lists one injured person and notes ejection and a distorted fracture. No helmet or signaling is listed as a contributing factor in the police report.
17
SUV and Truck Collide on Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 17 - SUV struck truck on Cropsey Avenue. Two men hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
Two vehicles collided at 1649 Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. A station wagon/SUV hit a tractor truck. According to the police report, two men were injured: a 40-year-old front passenger suffered leg injuries, and a 37-year-old truck driver suffered neck injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
9
Sedan Strikes E-Bike on Bay Parkway▸Jul 9 - A sedan hit an e-bike at Bay Parkway and 86th Street. The e-bike rider, 23, was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inexperience and distraction as causes.
A sedan and an e-bike collided at Bay Parkway and 86th Street in Brooklyn. The 23-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a back contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The sedan's front end struck the e-bike. Both vehicles were traveling straight. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The report lists no other contributing factors.
8
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸Jul 8 - A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
-
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
1
SUVs Collide on 78th Street, Driver Injured▸Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
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Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
28
E-Bike Rider Ejected in Bath Ave Crash▸Jun 28 - A sedan struck an e-bike on Bath Ave. The 63-year-old cyclist was ejected and injured. Center-front impact. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and an e-bike collided on Bath Ave in Brooklyn. The 63-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead and struck center front. The cyclist was listed as injured with a contusion. No specific driver errors were recorded; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash left the cyclist exposed to harm. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
27
SUV Turns Into Sedan, Passenger Injured on Bath Ave▸Jun 27 - SUV turned right into a sedan on Bath Ave. Rear passenger suffered leg injury. No clear cause named. Streets stay dangerous. Metal meets flesh. Another wound in Brooklyn.
A station wagon/SUV made a right turn and struck a sedan going straight on Bath Ave at Bay 10 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 28-year-old male rear passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. Both vehicles had licensed drivers. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were recorded in the report. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risks on city streets.
Jul 18 - SUV reversed unsafely on 25th Avenue. Two people suffered whiplash. Metal struck metal. The street stayed hard and cold.
Two SUVs collided near 8664 25th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV was backing unsafely when it struck another SUV. A 62-year-old male driver and a 74-year-old female passenger were injured, both suffering whiplash. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two people hurt and the street marked by impact.
18
Moped Driver Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian▸Jul 18 - The moped driver hit a 55-year-old woman at Bay Parkway and 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic-control disregard by the driver.
"According to the police report, the moped driver failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic controls." A 55-year-old woman was struck by the moped as a pedestrian at Bay Parkway near 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as a contusion (bruise). The moped showed no damage in the report; the incident is logged under collision ID 4829768.
18
Two SUVs collide on Avenue S▸Jul 18 - Two SUVs collided on Avenue S at Van Sicklen in Brooklyn. A 44-year-old driver suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction. An air bag deployed; other occupants reported minor or no injuries.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided at Avenue S and Van Sicklen Street in Brooklyn. One driver, age 44, was injured in the knee, lower leg and foot and complained of contusion and bruising. Police recorded 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash and both list left-front bumper as the point of impact. The report notes an air bag deployed and the injured driver had a lap belt and harness. The report also says the other driver, age 73, and three passengers, including a 67-year-old woman, were not seriously hurt.
17
Driver in Sedan Hits Scooter, Ejects Rider▸Jul 17 - A driver in a sedan hit a standing scooter on Bath Ave. The scooter rider, 32, was ejected and suffered a fractured lower leg. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on Bath Ave hit a standing scooter traveling west. The scooter driver, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered fractures to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Impact occurred at the sedan’s left front quarter panel. The report lists one injured person and notes ejection and a distorted fracture. No helmet or signaling is listed as a contributing factor in the police report.
17
SUV and Truck Collide on Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 17 - SUV struck truck on Cropsey Avenue. Two men hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
Two vehicles collided at 1649 Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. A station wagon/SUV hit a tractor truck. According to the police report, two men were injured: a 40-year-old front passenger suffered leg injuries, and a 37-year-old truck driver suffered neck injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
-
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
9
Sedan Strikes E-Bike on Bay Parkway▸Jul 9 - A sedan hit an e-bike at Bay Parkway and 86th Street. The e-bike rider, 23, was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inexperience and distraction as causes.
A sedan and an e-bike collided at Bay Parkway and 86th Street in Brooklyn. The 23-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a back contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The sedan's front end struck the e-bike. Both vehicles were traveling straight. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The report lists no other contributing factors.
8
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸Jul 8 - A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
-
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
1
SUVs Collide on 78th Street, Driver Injured▸Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
28
E-Bike Rider Ejected in Bath Ave Crash▸Jun 28 - A sedan struck an e-bike on Bath Ave. The 63-year-old cyclist was ejected and injured. Center-front impact. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and an e-bike collided on Bath Ave in Brooklyn. The 63-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead and struck center front. The cyclist was listed as injured with a contusion. No specific driver errors were recorded; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash left the cyclist exposed to harm. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
27
SUV Turns Into Sedan, Passenger Injured on Bath Ave▸Jun 27 - SUV turned right into a sedan on Bath Ave. Rear passenger suffered leg injury. No clear cause named. Streets stay dangerous. Metal meets flesh. Another wound in Brooklyn.
A station wagon/SUV made a right turn and struck a sedan going straight on Bath Ave at Bay 10 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 28-year-old male rear passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. Both vehicles had licensed drivers. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were recorded in the report. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risks on city streets.
Jul 18 - The moped driver hit a 55-year-old woman at Bay Parkway and 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic-control disregard by the driver.
"According to the police report, the moped driver failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic controls." A 55-year-old woman was struck by the moped as a pedestrian at Bay Parkway near 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as a contusion (bruise). The moped showed no damage in the report; the incident is logged under collision ID 4829768.
18
Two SUVs collide on Avenue S▸Jul 18 - Two SUVs collided on Avenue S at Van Sicklen in Brooklyn. A 44-year-old driver suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction. An air bag deployed; other occupants reported minor or no injuries.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided at Avenue S and Van Sicklen Street in Brooklyn. One driver, age 44, was injured in the knee, lower leg and foot and complained of contusion and bruising. Police recorded 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash and both list left-front bumper as the point of impact. The report notes an air bag deployed and the injured driver had a lap belt and harness. The report also says the other driver, age 73, and three passengers, including a 67-year-old woman, were not seriously hurt.
17
Driver in Sedan Hits Scooter, Ejects Rider▸Jul 17 - A driver in a sedan hit a standing scooter on Bath Ave. The scooter rider, 32, was ejected and suffered a fractured lower leg. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on Bath Ave hit a standing scooter traveling west. The scooter driver, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered fractures to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Impact occurred at the sedan’s left front quarter panel. The report lists one injured person and notes ejection and a distorted fracture. No helmet or signaling is listed as a contributing factor in the police report.
17
SUV and Truck Collide on Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 17 - SUV struck truck on Cropsey Avenue. Two men hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
Two vehicles collided at 1649 Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. A station wagon/SUV hit a tractor truck. According to the police report, two men were injured: a 40-year-old front passenger suffered leg injuries, and a 37-year-old truck driver suffered neck injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
-
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
9
Sedan Strikes E-Bike on Bay Parkway▸Jul 9 - A sedan hit an e-bike at Bay Parkway and 86th Street. The e-bike rider, 23, was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inexperience and distraction as causes.
A sedan and an e-bike collided at Bay Parkway and 86th Street in Brooklyn. The 23-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a back contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The sedan's front end struck the e-bike. Both vehicles were traveling straight. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The report lists no other contributing factors.
8
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸Jul 8 - A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
-
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
1
SUVs Collide on 78th Street, Driver Injured▸Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
28
E-Bike Rider Ejected in Bath Ave Crash▸Jun 28 - A sedan struck an e-bike on Bath Ave. The 63-year-old cyclist was ejected and injured. Center-front impact. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and an e-bike collided on Bath Ave in Brooklyn. The 63-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead and struck center front. The cyclist was listed as injured with a contusion. No specific driver errors were recorded; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash left the cyclist exposed to harm. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
27
SUV Turns Into Sedan, Passenger Injured on Bath Ave▸Jun 27 - SUV turned right into a sedan on Bath Ave. Rear passenger suffered leg injury. No clear cause named. Streets stay dangerous. Metal meets flesh. Another wound in Brooklyn.
A station wagon/SUV made a right turn and struck a sedan going straight on Bath Ave at Bay 10 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 28-year-old male rear passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. Both vehicles had licensed drivers. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were recorded in the report. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risks on city streets.
Jul 18 - Two SUVs collided on Avenue S at Van Sicklen in Brooklyn. A 44-year-old driver suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction. An air bag deployed; other occupants reported minor or no injuries.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided at Avenue S and Van Sicklen Street in Brooklyn. One driver, age 44, was injured in the knee, lower leg and foot and complained of contusion and bruising. Police recorded 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash and both list left-front bumper as the point of impact. The report notes an air bag deployed and the injured driver had a lap belt and harness. The report also says the other driver, age 73, and three passengers, including a 67-year-old woman, were not seriously hurt.
17
Driver in Sedan Hits Scooter, Ejects Rider▸Jul 17 - A driver in a sedan hit a standing scooter on Bath Ave. The scooter rider, 32, was ejected and suffered a fractured lower leg. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on Bath Ave hit a standing scooter traveling west. The scooter driver, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered fractures to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Impact occurred at the sedan’s left front quarter panel. The report lists one injured person and notes ejection and a distorted fracture. No helmet or signaling is listed as a contributing factor in the police report.
17
SUV and Truck Collide on Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 17 - SUV struck truck on Cropsey Avenue. Two men hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
Two vehicles collided at 1649 Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. A station wagon/SUV hit a tractor truck. According to the police report, two men were injured: a 40-year-old front passenger suffered leg injuries, and a 37-year-old truck driver suffered neck injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
-
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
9
Sedan Strikes E-Bike on Bay Parkway▸Jul 9 - A sedan hit an e-bike at Bay Parkway and 86th Street. The e-bike rider, 23, was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inexperience and distraction as causes.
A sedan and an e-bike collided at Bay Parkway and 86th Street in Brooklyn. The 23-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a back contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The sedan's front end struck the e-bike. Both vehicles were traveling straight. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The report lists no other contributing factors.
8
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸Jul 8 - A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
-
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
1
SUVs Collide on 78th Street, Driver Injured▸Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
-
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
28
E-Bike Rider Ejected in Bath Ave Crash▸Jun 28 - A sedan struck an e-bike on Bath Ave. The 63-year-old cyclist was ejected and injured. Center-front impact. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and an e-bike collided on Bath Ave in Brooklyn. The 63-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead and struck center front. The cyclist was listed as injured with a contusion. No specific driver errors were recorded; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash left the cyclist exposed to harm. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
27
SUV Turns Into Sedan, Passenger Injured on Bath Ave▸Jun 27 - SUV turned right into a sedan on Bath Ave. Rear passenger suffered leg injury. No clear cause named. Streets stay dangerous. Metal meets flesh. Another wound in Brooklyn.
A station wagon/SUV made a right turn and struck a sedan going straight on Bath Ave at Bay 10 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 28-year-old male rear passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. Both vehicles had licensed drivers. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were recorded in the report. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risks on city streets.
Jul 17 - A driver in a sedan hit a standing scooter on Bath Ave. The scooter rider, 32, was ejected and suffered a fractured lower leg. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on Bath Ave hit a standing scooter traveling west. The scooter driver, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered fractures to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Impact occurred at the sedan’s left front quarter panel. The report lists one injured person and notes ejection and a distorted fracture. No helmet or signaling is listed as a contributing factor in the police report.
17
SUV and Truck Collide on Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 17 - SUV struck truck on Cropsey Avenue. Two men hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
Two vehicles collided at 1649 Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. A station wagon/SUV hit a tractor truck. According to the police report, two men were injured: a 40-year-old front passenger suffered leg injuries, and a 37-year-old truck driver suffered neck injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
-
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
9
Sedan Strikes E-Bike on Bay Parkway▸Jul 9 - A sedan hit an e-bike at Bay Parkway and 86th Street. The e-bike rider, 23, was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inexperience and distraction as causes.
A sedan and an e-bike collided at Bay Parkway and 86th Street in Brooklyn. The 23-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a back contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The sedan's front end struck the e-bike. Both vehicles were traveling straight. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The report lists no other contributing factors.
8
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸Jul 8 - A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
-
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
1
SUVs Collide on 78th Street, Driver Injured▸Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
-
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
28
E-Bike Rider Ejected in Bath Ave Crash▸Jun 28 - A sedan struck an e-bike on Bath Ave. The 63-year-old cyclist was ejected and injured. Center-front impact. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and an e-bike collided on Bath Ave in Brooklyn. The 63-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead and struck center front. The cyclist was listed as injured with a contusion. No specific driver errors were recorded; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash left the cyclist exposed to harm. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
27
SUV Turns Into Sedan, Passenger Injured on Bath Ave▸Jun 27 - SUV turned right into a sedan on Bath Ave. Rear passenger suffered leg injury. No clear cause named. Streets stay dangerous. Metal meets flesh. Another wound in Brooklyn.
A station wagon/SUV made a right turn and struck a sedan going straight on Bath Ave at Bay 10 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 28-year-old male rear passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. Both vehicles had licensed drivers. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were recorded in the report. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risks on city streets.
Jul 17 - SUV struck truck on Cropsey Avenue. Two men hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
Two vehicles collided at 1649 Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. A station wagon/SUV hit a tractor truck. According to the police report, two men were injured: a 40-year-old front passenger suffered leg injuries, and a 37-year-old truck driver suffered neck injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
-
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
9
Sedan Strikes E-Bike on Bay Parkway▸Jul 9 - A sedan hit an e-bike at Bay Parkway and 86th Street. The e-bike rider, 23, was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inexperience and distraction as causes.
A sedan and an e-bike collided at Bay Parkway and 86th Street in Brooklyn. The 23-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a back contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The sedan's front end struck the e-bike. Both vehicles were traveling straight. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The report lists no other contributing factors.
8
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸Jul 8 - A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
-
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
1
SUVs Collide on 78th Street, Driver Injured▸Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
-
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
28
E-Bike Rider Ejected in Bath Ave Crash▸Jun 28 - A sedan struck an e-bike on Bath Ave. The 63-year-old cyclist was ejected and injured. Center-front impact. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and an e-bike collided on Bath Ave in Brooklyn. The 63-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead and struck center front. The cyclist was listed as injured with a contusion. No specific driver errors were recorded; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash left the cyclist exposed to harm. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
27
SUV Turns Into Sedan, Passenger Injured on Bath Ave▸Jun 27 - SUV turned right into a sedan on Bath Ave. Rear passenger suffered leg injury. No clear cause named. Streets stay dangerous. Metal meets flesh. Another wound in Brooklyn.
A station wagon/SUV made a right turn and struck a sedan going straight on Bath Ave at Bay 10 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 28-year-old male rear passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. Both vehicles had licensed drivers. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were recorded in the report. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risks on city streets.
Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
- Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-15
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
-
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
9
Sedan Strikes E-Bike on Bay Parkway▸Jul 9 - A sedan hit an e-bike at Bay Parkway and 86th Street. The e-bike rider, 23, was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inexperience and distraction as causes.
A sedan and an e-bike collided at Bay Parkway and 86th Street in Brooklyn. The 23-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a back contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The sedan's front end struck the e-bike. Both vehicles were traveling straight. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The report lists no other contributing factors.
8
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸Jul 8 - A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
-
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
1
SUVs Collide on 78th Street, Driver Injured▸Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
-
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
28
E-Bike Rider Ejected in Bath Ave Crash▸Jun 28 - A sedan struck an e-bike on Bath Ave. The 63-year-old cyclist was ejected and injured. Center-front impact. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and an e-bike collided on Bath Ave in Brooklyn. The 63-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead and struck center front. The cyclist was listed as injured with a contusion. No specific driver errors were recorded; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash left the cyclist exposed to harm. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
27
SUV Turns Into Sedan, Passenger Injured on Bath Ave▸Jun 27 - SUV turned right into a sedan on Bath Ave. Rear passenger suffered leg injury. No clear cause named. Streets stay dangerous. Metal meets flesh. Another wound in Brooklyn.
A station wagon/SUV made a right turn and struck a sedan going straight on Bath Ave at Bay 10 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 28-year-old male rear passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. Both vehicles had licensed drivers. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were recorded in the report. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risks on city streets.
Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
- Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash, amny, Published 2025-07-12
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
9
Sedan Strikes E-Bike on Bay Parkway▸Jul 9 - A sedan hit an e-bike at Bay Parkway and 86th Street. The e-bike rider, 23, was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inexperience and distraction as causes.
A sedan and an e-bike collided at Bay Parkway and 86th Street in Brooklyn. The 23-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a back contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The sedan's front end struck the e-bike. Both vehicles were traveling straight. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The report lists no other contributing factors.
8
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸Jul 8 - A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
-
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
1
SUVs Collide on 78th Street, Driver Injured▸Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
-
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
28
E-Bike Rider Ejected in Bath Ave Crash▸Jun 28 - A sedan struck an e-bike on Bath Ave. The 63-year-old cyclist was ejected and injured. Center-front impact. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and an e-bike collided on Bath Ave in Brooklyn. The 63-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead and struck center front. The cyclist was listed as injured with a contusion. No specific driver errors were recorded; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash left the cyclist exposed to harm. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
27
SUV Turns Into Sedan, Passenger Injured on Bath Ave▸Jun 27 - SUV turned right into a sedan on Bath Ave. Rear passenger suffered leg injury. No clear cause named. Streets stay dangerous. Metal meets flesh. Another wound in Brooklyn.
A station wagon/SUV made a right turn and struck a sedan going straight on Bath Ave at Bay 10 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 28-year-old male rear passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. Both vehicles had licensed drivers. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were recorded in the report. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risks on city streets.
Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
- Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-10
9
Sedan Strikes E-Bike on Bay Parkway▸Jul 9 - A sedan hit an e-bike at Bay Parkway and 86th Street. The e-bike rider, 23, was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inexperience and distraction as causes.
A sedan and an e-bike collided at Bay Parkway and 86th Street in Brooklyn. The 23-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a back contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The sedan's front end struck the e-bike. Both vehicles were traveling straight. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The report lists no other contributing factors.
8
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸Jul 8 - A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
-
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
1
SUVs Collide on 78th Street, Driver Injured▸Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
-
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
28
E-Bike Rider Ejected in Bath Ave Crash▸Jun 28 - A sedan struck an e-bike on Bath Ave. The 63-year-old cyclist was ejected and injured. Center-front impact. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and an e-bike collided on Bath Ave in Brooklyn. The 63-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead and struck center front. The cyclist was listed as injured with a contusion. No specific driver errors were recorded; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash left the cyclist exposed to harm. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
27
SUV Turns Into Sedan, Passenger Injured on Bath Ave▸Jun 27 - SUV turned right into a sedan on Bath Ave. Rear passenger suffered leg injury. No clear cause named. Streets stay dangerous. Metal meets flesh. Another wound in Brooklyn.
A station wagon/SUV made a right turn and struck a sedan going straight on Bath Ave at Bay 10 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 28-year-old male rear passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. Both vehicles had licensed drivers. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were recorded in the report. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risks on city streets.
Jul 9 - A sedan hit an e-bike at Bay Parkway and 86th Street. The e-bike rider, 23, was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inexperience and distraction as causes.
A sedan and an e-bike collided at Bay Parkway and 86th Street in Brooklyn. The 23-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a back contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The sedan's front end struck the e-bike. Both vehicles were traveling straight. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The report lists no other contributing factors.
8
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I▸Jul 8 - A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
-
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-08
1
SUVs Collide on 78th Street, Driver Injured▸Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
-
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
28
E-Bike Rider Ejected in Bath Ave Crash▸Jun 28 - A sedan struck an e-bike on Bath Ave. The 63-year-old cyclist was ejected and injured. Center-front impact. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and an e-bike collided on Bath Ave in Brooklyn. The 63-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead and struck center front. The cyclist was listed as injured with a contusion. No specific driver errors were recorded; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash left the cyclist exposed to harm. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
27
SUV Turns Into Sedan, Passenger Injured on Bath Ave▸Jun 27 - SUV turned right into a sedan on Bath Ave. Rear passenger suffered leg injury. No clear cause named. Streets stay dangerous. Metal meets flesh. Another wound in Brooklyn.
A station wagon/SUV made a right turn and struck a sedan going straight on Bath Ave at Bay 10 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 28-year-old male rear passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. Both vehicles had licensed drivers. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were recorded in the report. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risks on city streets.
Jul 8 - A Smart Car struck Dov Broyde, 70, as he crossed Avenue I near his home. Medics rushed him to the hospital. He died. The driver stayed. No charges filed. Brooklyn street claimed another life.
NY Daily News (2025-07-08) reports Dov Broyde, 70, was fatally struck by a Smart Car while crossing Avenue I at E. Fifth St. near Midwood around 9:30 p.m. The article states the driver 'plowed into him' and remained at the scene. No criminal charges were filed at the time. The incident highlights persistent danger for pedestrians in New York City, where 55 have died this year. The crash underscores the ongoing toll of traffic violence and the urgent need for systemic safety improvements.
- Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Avenue I, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-08
1
SUVs Collide on 78th Street, Driver Injured▸Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
28
E-Bike Rider Ejected in Bath Ave Crash▸Jun 28 - A sedan struck an e-bike on Bath Ave. The 63-year-old cyclist was ejected and injured. Center-front impact. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and an e-bike collided on Bath Ave in Brooklyn. The 63-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead and struck center front. The cyclist was listed as injured with a contusion. No specific driver errors were recorded; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash left the cyclist exposed to harm. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
27
SUV Turns Into Sedan, Passenger Injured on Bath Ave▸Jun 27 - SUV turned right into a sedan on Bath Ave. Rear passenger suffered leg injury. No clear cause named. Streets stay dangerous. Metal meets flesh. Another wound in Brooklyn.
A station wagon/SUV made a right turn and struck a sedan going straight on Bath Ave at Bay 10 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 28-year-old male rear passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. Both vehicles had licensed drivers. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were recorded in the report. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risks on city streets.
Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
28
E-Bike Rider Ejected in Bath Ave Crash▸Jun 28 - A sedan struck an e-bike on Bath Ave. The 63-year-old cyclist was ejected and injured. Center-front impact. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and an e-bike collided on Bath Ave in Brooklyn. The 63-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead and struck center front. The cyclist was listed as injured with a contusion. No specific driver errors were recorded; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash left the cyclist exposed to harm. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
27
SUV Turns Into Sedan, Passenger Injured on Bath Ave▸Jun 27 - SUV turned right into a sedan on Bath Ave. Rear passenger suffered leg injury. No clear cause named. Streets stay dangerous. Metal meets flesh. Another wound in Brooklyn.
A station wagon/SUV made a right turn and struck a sedan going straight on Bath Ave at Bay 10 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 28-year-old male rear passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. Both vehicles had licensed drivers. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were recorded in the report. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risks on city streets.
Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
- File Int 0857-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
-
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
28
E-Bike Rider Ejected in Bath Ave Crash▸Jun 28 - A sedan struck an e-bike on Bath Ave. The 63-year-old cyclist was ejected and injured. Center-front impact. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and an e-bike collided on Bath Ave in Brooklyn. The 63-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead and struck center front. The cyclist was listed as injured with a contusion. No specific driver errors were recorded; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash left the cyclist exposed to harm. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
27
SUV Turns Into Sedan, Passenger Injured on Bath Ave▸Jun 27 - SUV turned right into a sedan on Bath Ave. Rear passenger suffered leg injury. No clear cause named. Streets stay dangerous. Metal meets flesh. Another wound in Brooklyn.
A station wagon/SUV made a right turn and struck a sedan going straight on Bath Ave at Bay 10 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 28-year-old male rear passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. Both vehicles had licensed drivers. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were recorded in the report. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risks on city streets.
Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
- SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing, ABC7, Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
28
E-Bike Rider Ejected in Bath Ave Crash▸Jun 28 - A sedan struck an e-bike on Bath Ave. The 63-year-old cyclist was ejected and injured. Center-front impact. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and an e-bike collided on Bath Ave in Brooklyn. The 63-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead and struck center front. The cyclist was listed as injured with a contusion. No specific driver errors were recorded; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash left the cyclist exposed to harm. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
27
SUV Turns Into Sedan, Passenger Injured on Bath Ave▸Jun 27 - SUV turned right into a sedan on Bath Ave. Rear passenger suffered leg injury. No clear cause named. Streets stay dangerous. Metal meets flesh. Another wound in Brooklyn.
A station wagon/SUV made a right turn and struck a sedan going straight on Bath Ave at Bay 10 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 28-year-old male rear passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. Both vehicles had licensed drivers. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were recorded in the report. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risks on city streets.
Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
28
E-Bike Rider Ejected in Bath Ave Crash▸Jun 28 - A sedan struck an e-bike on Bath Ave. The 63-year-old cyclist was ejected and injured. Center-front impact. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and an e-bike collided on Bath Ave in Brooklyn. The 63-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead and struck center front. The cyclist was listed as injured with a contusion. No specific driver errors were recorded; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash left the cyclist exposed to harm. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
27
SUV Turns Into Sedan, Passenger Injured on Bath Ave▸Jun 27 - SUV turned right into a sedan on Bath Ave. Rear passenger suffered leg injury. No clear cause named. Streets stay dangerous. Metal meets flesh. Another wound in Brooklyn.
A station wagon/SUV made a right turn and struck a sedan going straight on Bath Ave at Bay 10 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 28-year-old male rear passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. Both vehicles had licensed drivers. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were recorded in the report. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risks on city streets.
Jun 28 - A sedan struck an e-bike on Bath Ave. The 63-year-old cyclist was ejected and injured. Center-front impact. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and an e-bike collided on Bath Ave in Brooklyn. The 63-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead and struck center front. The cyclist was listed as injured with a contusion. No specific driver errors were recorded; contributing factors were marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash left the cyclist exposed to harm. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
27
SUV Turns Into Sedan, Passenger Injured on Bath Ave▸Jun 27 - SUV turned right into a sedan on Bath Ave. Rear passenger suffered leg injury. No clear cause named. Streets stay dangerous. Metal meets flesh. Another wound in Brooklyn.
A station wagon/SUV made a right turn and struck a sedan going straight on Bath Ave at Bay 10 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 28-year-old male rear passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. Both vehicles had licensed drivers. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were recorded in the report. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risks on city streets.
Jun 27 - SUV turned right into a sedan on Bath Ave. Rear passenger suffered leg injury. No clear cause named. Streets stay dangerous. Metal meets flesh. Another wound in Brooklyn.
A station wagon/SUV made a right turn and struck a sedan going straight on Bath Ave at Bay 10 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 28-year-old male rear passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, listed as a contusion. Both vehicles had licensed drivers. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were recorded in the report. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risks on city streets.