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 7
▸ Crush Injuries 4
▸ Amputation 2
▸ Severe Bleeding 1
▸ Severe Lacerations 4
▸ Concussion 13
▸ Whiplash 75
▸ Contusion/Bruise 126
▸ Abrasion 50
▸ Pain/Nausea 51
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
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These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
Caught Speeding Recently in CB 313
- 2023 Black Audi Sedan (LCM8254) – 501 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2017 Black Lexus Sedan (LPY1138) – 233 times • 2 in last 90d here
- 2019 Nissan Sedan (KZC2999) – 180 times • 2 in last 90d here
- 2023 Black Chrys Suburban (LFB3893) – 135 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2023 Black Dodge Suburban (KMG9982) – 131 times • 1 in last 90d here
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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She Survived Nazis and Chernobyl—But Not a Brooklyn Crosswalk
Brooklyn CB13: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025
The Toll in Flesh and Bone
A woman crosses Cropsey Avenue. She is 95. A cargo van turns left. She does not make it to the other side. Her home health aide survives, but Mayya Gil is gone. The driver is not charged. Her daughter says, “She was a very active lady.” The street does not care. The city moves on.
In the last twelve months, one person died and 422 were injured on these streets. Three were left with injuries so severe they may never walk the same. Children are not spared. One child died. Thirty-nine more were hurt. The numbers do not bleed, but the people behind them do.
Who Pays the Price
Cars and SUVs did most of the damage. In three years, they killed two, left two with serious injuries, and caused 78 moderate injuries. Trucks and buses hurt seven, leaving one with life-changing wounds. Motorcycles, mopeds, and bikes are not blameless, but their toll is smaller. The street is a gauntlet for the old, the young, anyone on foot or two wheels.
The city counts the bodies. It counts the broken bones. It counts the days until the next crash. But the counting does not stop the dying.
What Leaders Have Done—And Not Done
Local leaders talk of Vision Zero. They tout new speed limits, more cameras, and intersection redesigns. But the work is slow. The Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program lapsed. The city can now lower speed limits to 20 mph, but has not done so everywhere. Each delay is another risk. Each day without action is another family waiting for a call that never should come.
Mayya Gil’s family remembers her as a pillar of the community. “She was the kindest, most generous person I’ve ever met,” her granddaughter said. The driver who killed her walked away.
The Next Step Is Yours
This is not fate. It is policy. Call your council member. Demand the 20 mph limit. Demand cameras that never go dark. Demand streets where the old and the young can cross and come home. Do not wait for another name to become a number. Take action now.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue, Gothamist, Published 2025-01-26
- Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue, Gothamist, Published 2025-01-26
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4492002 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-04
- Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock, New York Post, Published 2025-04-30
Other Representatives
District 46
2002 Mermaid Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11224
Room 529, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 47
1915 Mermaid Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11224
718-373-0954
250 Broadway, Suite 1826, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7363
District 23
2875 W. 8th St. Unit #3, Brooklyn, NY 11224
Room 617, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Brooklyn CB13 Brooklyn Community Board 13 sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 60, District 47, AD 46, SD 23.
It contains Gravesend (South), Coney Island-Sea Gate, Brighton Beach, Calvert Vaux Park.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Brooklyn Community Board 13
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Brooklyn police pursuit ends with pedestrian struck, alleged teenage car thief caught▸
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Brooklyn police pursuit ends with pedestrian struck, alleged teenage car thief caught,
amny,
Published 2025-09-14
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Sedan driver rear-ends SUV on Belt Parkway▸Sep 11 - Eastbound on Belt Parkway, a sedan driver hit an SUV’s right rear. The SUV driver, 29, reported back pain and whiplash. Others were listed as unspecified. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
Two eastbound vehicles collided on Belt Parkway. A sedan driver hit the rear of an SUV. The sedan had center front damage. The SUV had right rear bumper damage. The SUV’s driver, a 29-year-old woman, was injured and reported back pain and whiplash. A 3-year-old passenger in the SUV and other occupants were recorded with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, both drivers were going straight and contributing factors were listed as Unspecified. The crash was logged at 8:35 a.m. No driver errors were recorded in the report.
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Passenger Hurt in Belt Parkway SUV Crash▸Sep 7 - Two drivers in eastbound SUVs collided on the Belt Parkway. A 51-year-old front-seat passenger suffered a concussion and shoulder injury. Police recorded driver inattention for both drivers.
Two drivers in eastbound SUVs collided on the Belt Parkway. The crash injured a 51-year-old woman in the front passenger seat. She reported a concussion and a shoulder injury and was conscious and not ejected. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight eastbound when the drivers crashed. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction for both drivers. The Ford SUV carried New Jersey plates; the Lincoln had New York plates. Damage was recorded to the left front quarter of one vehicle and the right front quarter of the other. Other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries.
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Merging driver hits slowing SUVs on Belt Parkway▸Sep 5 - A driver merging west on the Belt hit two slowing SUVs near Shell Road. Two women drivers suffered head injuries. Police recorded unsafe lane changing and failure to yield by drivers.
Three vehicles were westbound on the Belt Parkway near Shell Road. The driver of a sedan was merging. The drivers of two SUVs were slowing or stopping. Points of impact recorded: the sedan’s left front bumper; right side doors on one SUV; right rear bumper on the second SUV. Two women drivers were hurt with head injuries: a 51-year-old and a 57-year-old, the latter recorded in shock. According to the police report, police recorded unsafe lane changing and failure to yield right-of-way by drivers.
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Pickup driver rear-ends sedan at W 21 St▸Sep 3 - A pickup driver hit the back of a sedan on W 21 St at Neptune Ave. Two rear passengers suffered arm bruises. The sedan driver reported head pain. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
A pickup driver going east rear-ended an eastbound sedan on W 21 St at Neptune Ave in Brooklyn. Two rear passengers, men 53 and 66, sustained shoulder bruises and were listed as injured. The sedan’s 62-year-old driver reported head pain. According to the police report, driver inattention/distraction was recorded as a contributing factor. Vehicle damage listed a center-front impact to the pickup and a center-rear impact to the sedan, consistent with a rear-end crash. Both vehicles were traveling east, per the report.
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Segway Rider Ejected on Neptune Avenue▸Sep 1 - A 30-year-old Segway rider was ejected after a frontal impact on Neptune Avenue at W 8th Street. He suffered an elbow and lower-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old man riding a Segway was ejected after a frontal impact on Neptune Avenue at W 8th Street. He suffered an elbow and lower-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report records one 'Other Motorized' operator traveling south. The Segway shows center-front damage and the point of impact is listed as center front end. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified" and records no specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. Police recorded no other people or vehicles involved; the rider was the sole injured party.
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Trailing SUV Rear-Ends Lead SUV on Surf Ave▸Aug 31 - A westbound SUV rear-ended another SUV at W 8 St and Surf Ave in Brooklyn. Four people — two drivers and two front-seat passengers — were injured, with whiplash and head and back complaints. Police recorded "Unsafe Speed."
Two westbound SUVs collided at W 8 St and Surf Ave when the driver of the trailing SUV struck the center back end of the lead SUV. Four people were injured: the two drivers and two front-seat passengers. Reported injuries include whiplash and complaints of head and back pain. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Unsafe Speed." Police also recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" on an occupant entry. Vehicle damage was center front end on the rear SUV and center back end on the lead SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured.
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Motorcycle strikes cyclist on Neptune▸Aug 29 - A westbound motorcycle hit a southbound cyclist turning left on Neptune Ave at Ocean Pkwy. The biker went down, clutching his arm. Sirens cut the heat. Distraction ruled the lane. The street spit them out and kept moving.
A westbound motorcycle and a southbound bicycle collided at Neptune Ave and Ocean Pkwy in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured with arm pain; the motorcyclist’s injuries were unspecified. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Both listed parties had inattention as a factor. The bicycle was turning left; the motorcycle was going straight. The crash damaged both front ends, marking a direct hit. The report lists the motorcyclist with helmet/other gear but notes no safety equipment for the cyclist; this follows the documented driver inattention contributing factors.
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Westbound Motorcycle and Sedan Collide; Motorcyclist Hurt▸Aug 27 - The drivers of a westbound motorcycle and a westbound sedan collided head‑on at Brighton Beach Ave and Brighton 7 St in Brooklyn. The 28‑year‑old motorcyclist suffered a lower‑leg fracture. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
The driver of a motorcycle and the driver of a sedan collided head‑on at Brighton Beach Ave and Brighton 7 St in Brooklyn. The motorcyclist, a 28‑year‑old man, suffered a lower‑leg fracture and was listed as injured in the report. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was recorded as the contributing factor for both drivers. Both vehicles were westbound and listed as going straight ahead before impact, with center‑front damage on each vehicle. The sedan carried one occupant; the motorcyclist was the only person listed as injured in the police data.
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SUV turns, strikes cyclist on Neptune▸Aug 27 - An SUV turned off Neptune and hit a man on a bike. The rider went down with a leg bruise. The Lexus showed right‑front damage. Police cite traffic control disregarded. A simple turn became a hit on W 5th.
A Lexus SUV making a right turn on Neptune Ave at W 5 St struck a 55-year-old man riding east on a bike. The cyclist was injured, with a knee and lower-leg contusion, and remained conscious. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded.” Driver errors listed include Traffic Control Disregarded. The SUV showed right-front bumper impact; the bike had front-end damage. The data lists the bicyclist’s safety equipment as None, noted after driver errors as recorded in the report.
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SUV driver turns into 14-year-old on motorized device▸Aug 27 - The driver of an SUV turned right and struck a 14-year-old operating a motorized device on Stillwell Ave. The teen fell and suffered a shoulder abrasion. Police recorded no other injuries.
A driver in a Honda SUV turned right and struck a 14-year-old operating a motorized device at Stillwell Ave and Bay 50 St in Brooklyn. The teen suffered an abrasion to the shoulder. According to the police report the SUV was "Making Right Turn" and the other vehicle was "Going Straight Ahead." The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." Police did not list a specific driver error. The SUV's point of impact was the right front bumper; the motorized device's point of impact was its right side doors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
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Driver in sedan clips 12-year-old cyclist▸Aug 26 - The driver of a 2024 Cadillac sedan traveling east on Brighton Beach Ave hit a 12-year-old boy riding north on a bicycle at Coney Island Ave. The child suffered a lower-leg injury. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield.
The driver of a 2024 Cadillac sedan traveling east on Brighton Beach Avenue struck a 12-year-old male bicyclist riding north at Coney Island Avenue. The impact was to the sedan's right-front quarter and the bike's center front. The child sustained a lower-leg injury and was listed with contusions. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The report identifies the motorist as a licensed adult female; no motorist injuries were recorded. Police recorded the driver errors as the defining causes of the crash.
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Sedan strikes northbound cyclist on Shell▸Aug 25 - A sedan cut across Shell Road and hit a northbound cyclist. Metal to leg. Rider down, ejected, in shock. The Nissan’s right front smashed his front wheel. Brooklyn traffic swallowed another person on a bike.
A Nissan sedan traveling east hit a northbound bicyclist at 2896 Shell Rd in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured, ejected, and in shock with lower‑leg trauma. According to the police report, contributing factors list Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion. The data show the car’s right front quarter panel struck the bike’s front end while both were going straight. The bicyclist was unlicensed, noted only as a status, not a cause. No driver errors were recorded by NYPD in this dataset, a silence that obscures responsibility in a car‑bike impact. The record notes the cyclist wore no safety equipment, after the system’s failure to name driver mistakes.
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SUV slams stopped taxi on Neptune▸Aug 18 - Eastbound SUV lost consciousness and hit a stopped taxi on Neptune Ave at W 19th. The cab’s rear crushed. Two passengers hurt. The SUV driver injured. Brooklyn street turns into a trap for the people inside.
An eastbound SUV struck the rear of a stopped taxi on Neptune Ave at W 19 St in Brooklyn. Two taxi passengers were injured with back pain, and the SUV driver was also injured. According to the police report, “contributing factors” included “Lost Consciousness” and “Illnes.” The data shows the SUV hit the taxi’s center back end while the taxi was stopped in traffic, indicating driver incapacitation before impact. Driver errors listed are Lost Consciousness and Illnes. Only after those factors does equipment appear in the data; belts were used by occupants. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured.
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Distracted SUV and Moped Collision Injures 23-Year-Old▸Aug 15 - A driver in an SUV hit a 23-year-old moped rider at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction twice. One driver was unlicensed.
A driver in a Station Wagon/SUV traveling east struck a 23-year-old moped driver at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" for both involved drivers. One vehicle is listed as a Standing S driven by an unlicensed driver. Both vehicles show center front-end impact. The report repeats driver inattention as the listed error and identifies the moped rider as the injured party.
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Driver's left turn hits pedestrian on Surf Ave▸Aug 12 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Surf Ave and struck a 31-year-old man at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion and was in shock. Police cited failure to yield by the driver.
A driver in a 2021 Toyota SUV made a left turn on Surf Ave at W 22 St and struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion, and was listed in shock. According to the police report, contributing factors include "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report lists the vehicle pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact and damage as the right front bumper, consistent with the driver’s left turn striking a person at the intersection.
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Brannan Backs Misguided ID Checks To Curb Underage E‑bikes▸Aug 12 - City pushes Lyft to demand ID for Citi Bike e-bikes. No license, no ride. Kids blocked. Officials claim safety. But new barriers rise. Fewer riders. Streets lose strength in numbers. Risk shifts. Equity suffers.
"Brannan warned that the current self-reported age system is 'a disaster waiting to happen,' especially amid a surge in e-bike crashes involving minors." -- Justin L. Brannan
On August 12, 2025, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro sent a letter to Lyft CEO David Risher, demanding 'appropriate age verification steps' for Citi Bike e-bike riders, like requiring a driver's license or permit. Council Member Justin Brannan also pressed Lyft to block under-16 users, calling the current system 'a disaster waiting to happen.' The request follows a recent speed cap on Citi Bike e-bikes. But safety analysts warn: license-based checks block youth and those without licenses, cut mode shift, and weaken street equity. Fewer riders mean less safety in numbers for all vulnerable road users.
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NYC asks Lyft to require ID for Citi Bike e-bikes to curb underage riders,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-12
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Brannan Calls Coney Island Casino Plan Harmful to Street Safety▸Aug 9 - Coney Island casino plan means thousands more cars. Roads will clog. Parking will vanish. Environmental review shows danger for anyone not behind the wheel.
On August 9, 2025, an environmental impact assessment flagged the proposed Coney Island casino as a threat to street safety. The report, filed with the casino’s license bid, warns: 'The proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Reporter Kirstyn Brendlen covered the findings. No council members sponsored or voted, but the review shows the casino could bring thousands of cars daily. The safety analyst notes: increased car traffic and parking demand will heighten risks for pedestrians and cyclists, discourage active transportation, and undermine street safety and equity. The system tips toward drivers. The vulnerable pay the price.
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Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
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Driver Hits Teen on Surf Avenue▸Aug 1 - A driver in a sedan hit a 16-year-old girl at Surf Ave and W 30 St. She suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Noon sun. Busy street.
A driver in a 2008 Nissan sedan hit a 16-year-old pedestrian at Surf Ave and W 30 St in Brooklyn at 12:15 p.m. The girl suffered a head contusion and was recorded as injured. According to the police report, the driver, a 65-year-old woman traveling east, struck her with the center front of the car. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver as the contributing factor. The sedan showed front-end damage. No other injuries were reported in the crash. The vehicle had New Hampshire registration, and the driver held a Florida license. The report did not list any other contributing factors.
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Genesis Crash on Ocean Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 31 - Genesis driver crashed on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue. Three inside were hurt. Teen driver had facial fractures. Two young passengers bled and bruised. Police listed Other Vehicular.
Three people were hurt in a crash on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was 18, male, with facial fractures and dislocation. A 17-year-old female passenger had facial bleeding. An 18-year-old female passenger suffered a leg contusion. According to the police report, the collision involved a Genesis sedan with center-front impact and left-front bumper damage. Travel direction was listed as north. Police recorded Other Vehicular as the contributing factor.
- Brooklyn police pursuit ends with pedestrian struck, alleged teenage car thief caught, amny, Published 2025-09-14
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Sedan driver rear-ends SUV on Belt Parkway▸Sep 11 - Eastbound on Belt Parkway, a sedan driver hit an SUV’s right rear. The SUV driver, 29, reported back pain and whiplash. Others were listed as unspecified. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
Two eastbound vehicles collided on Belt Parkway. A sedan driver hit the rear of an SUV. The sedan had center front damage. The SUV had right rear bumper damage. The SUV’s driver, a 29-year-old woman, was injured and reported back pain and whiplash. A 3-year-old passenger in the SUV and other occupants were recorded with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, both drivers were going straight and contributing factors were listed as Unspecified. The crash was logged at 8:35 a.m. No driver errors were recorded in the report.
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Passenger Hurt in Belt Parkway SUV Crash▸Sep 7 - Two drivers in eastbound SUVs collided on the Belt Parkway. A 51-year-old front-seat passenger suffered a concussion and shoulder injury. Police recorded driver inattention for both drivers.
Two drivers in eastbound SUVs collided on the Belt Parkway. The crash injured a 51-year-old woman in the front passenger seat. She reported a concussion and a shoulder injury and was conscious and not ejected. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight eastbound when the drivers crashed. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction for both drivers. The Ford SUV carried New Jersey plates; the Lincoln had New York plates. Damage was recorded to the left front quarter of one vehicle and the right front quarter of the other. Other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries.
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Merging driver hits slowing SUVs on Belt Parkway▸Sep 5 - A driver merging west on the Belt hit two slowing SUVs near Shell Road. Two women drivers suffered head injuries. Police recorded unsafe lane changing and failure to yield by drivers.
Three vehicles were westbound on the Belt Parkway near Shell Road. The driver of a sedan was merging. The drivers of two SUVs were slowing or stopping. Points of impact recorded: the sedan’s left front bumper; right side doors on one SUV; right rear bumper on the second SUV. Two women drivers were hurt with head injuries: a 51-year-old and a 57-year-old, the latter recorded in shock. According to the police report, police recorded unsafe lane changing and failure to yield right-of-way by drivers.
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Pickup driver rear-ends sedan at W 21 St▸Sep 3 - A pickup driver hit the back of a sedan on W 21 St at Neptune Ave. Two rear passengers suffered arm bruises. The sedan driver reported head pain. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
A pickup driver going east rear-ended an eastbound sedan on W 21 St at Neptune Ave in Brooklyn. Two rear passengers, men 53 and 66, sustained shoulder bruises and were listed as injured. The sedan’s 62-year-old driver reported head pain. According to the police report, driver inattention/distraction was recorded as a contributing factor. Vehicle damage listed a center-front impact to the pickup and a center-rear impact to the sedan, consistent with a rear-end crash. Both vehicles were traveling east, per the report.
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Segway Rider Ejected on Neptune Avenue▸Sep 1 - A 30-year-old Segway rider was ejected after a frontal impact on Neptune Avenue at W 8th Street. He suffered an elbow and lower-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old man riding a Segway was ejected after a frontal impact on Neptune Avenue at W 8th Street. He suffered an elbow and lower-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report records one 'Other Motorized' operator traveling south. The Segway shows center-front damage and the point of impact is listed as center front end. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified" and records no specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. Police recorded no other people or vehicles involved; the rider was the sole injured party.
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Trailing SUV Rear-Ends Lead SUV on Surf Ave▸Aug 31 - A westbound SUV rear-ended another SUV at W 8 St and Surf Ave in Brooklyn. Four people — two drivers and two front-seat passengers — were injured, with whiplash and head and back complaints. Police recorded "Unsafe Speed."
Two westbound SUVs collided at W 8 St and Surf Ave when the driver of the trailing SUV struck the center back end of the lead SUV. Four people were injured: the two drivers and two front-seat passengers. Reported injuries include whiplash and complaints of head and back pain. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Unsafe Speed." Police also recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" on an occupant entry. Vehicle damage was center front end on the rear SUV and center back end on the lead SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured.
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Motorcycle strikes cyclist on Neptune▸Aug 29 - A westbound motorcycle hit a southbound cyclist turning left on Neptune Ave at Ocean Pkwy. The biker went down, clutching his arm. Sirens cut the heat. Distraction ruled the lane. The street spit them out and kept moving.
A westbound motorcycle and a southbound bicycle collided at Neptune Ave and Ocean Pkwy in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured with arm pain; the motorcyclist’s injuries were unspecified. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Both listed parties had inattention as a factor. The bicycle was turning left; the motorcycle was going straight. The crash damaged both front ends, marking a direct hit. The report lists the motorcyclist with helmet/other gear but notes no safety equipment for the cyclist; this follows the documented driver inattention contributing factors.
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Westbound Motorcycle and Sedan Collide; Motorcyclist Hurt▸Aug 27 - The drivers of a westbound motorcycle and a westbound sedan collided head‑on at Brighton Beach Ave and Brighton 7 St in Brooklyn. The 28‑year‑old motorcyclist suffered a lower‑leg fracture. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
The driver of a motorcycle and the driver of a sedan collided head‑on at Brighton Beach Ave and Brighton 7 St in Brooklyn. The motorcyclist, a 28‑year‑old man, suffered a lower‑leg fracture and was listed as injured in the report. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was recorded as the contributing factor for both drivers. Both vehicles were westbound and listed as going straight ahead before impact, with center‑front damage on each vehicle. The sedan carried one occupant; the motorcyclist was the only person listed as injured in the police data.
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SUV turns, strikes cyclist on Neptune▸Aug 27 - An SUV turned off Neptune and hit a man on a bike. The rider went down with a leg bruise. The Lexus showed right‑front damage. Police cite traffic control disregarded. A simple turn became a hit on W 5th.
A Lexus SUV making a right turn on Neptune Ave at W 5 St struck a 55-year-old man riding east on a bike. The cyclist was injured, with a knee and lower-leg contusion, and remained conscious. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded.” Driver errors listed include Traffic Control Disregarded. The SUV showed right-front bumper impact; the bike had front-end damage. The data lists the bicyclist’s safety equipment as None, noted after driver errors as recorded in the report.
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SUV driver turns into 14-year-old on motorized device▸Aug 27 - The driver of an SUV turned right and struck a 14-year-old operating a motorized device on Stillwell Ave. The teen fell and suffered a shoulder abrasion. Police recorded no other injuries.
A driver in a Honda SUV turned right and struck a 14-year-old operating a motorized device at Stillwell Ave and Bay 50 St in Brooklyn. The teen suffered an abrasion to the shoulder. According to the police report the SUV was "Making Right Turn" and the other vehicle was "Going Straight Ahead." The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." Police did not list a specific driver error. The SUV's point of impact was the right front bumper; the motorized device's point of impact was its right side doors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
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Driver in sedan clips 12-year-old cyclist▸Aug 26 - The driver of a 2024 Cadillac sedan traveling east on Brighton Beach Ave hit a 12-year-old boy riding north on a bicycle at Coney Island Ave. The child suffered a lower-leg injury. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield.
The driver of a 2024 Cadillac sedan traveling east on Brighton Beach Avenue struck a 12-year-old male bicyclist riding north at Coney Island Avenue. The impact was to the sedan's right-front quarter and the bike's center front. The child sustained a lower-leg injury and was listed with contusions. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The report identifies the motorist as a licensed adult female; no motorist injuries were recorded. Police recorded the driver errors as the defining causes of the crash.
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Sedan strikes northbound cyclist on Shell▸Aug 25 - A sedan cut across Shell Road and hit a northbound cyclist. Metal to leg. Rider down, ejected, in shock. The Nissan’s right front smashed his front wheel. Brooklyn traffic swallowed another person on a bike.
A Nissan sedan traveling east hit a northbound bicyclist at 2896 Shell Rd in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured, ejected, and in shock with lower‑leg trauma. According to the police report, contributing factors list Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion. The data show the car’s right front quarter panel struck the bike’s front end while both were going straight. The bicyclist was unlicensed, noted only as a status, not a cause. No driver errors were recorded by NYPD in this dataset, a silence that obscures responsibility in a car‑bike impact. The record notes the cyclist wore no safety equipment, after the system’s failure to name driver mistakes.
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SUV slams stopped taxi on Neptune▸Aug 18 - Eastbound SUV lost consciousness and hit a stopped taxi on Neptune Ave at W 19th. The cab’s rear crushed. Two passengers hurt. The SUV driver injured. Brooklyn street turns into a trap for the people inside.
An eastbound SUV struck the rear of a stopped taxi on Neptune Ave at W 19 St in Brooklyn. Two taxi passengers were injured with back pain, and the SUV driver was also injured. According to the police report, “contributing factors” included “Lost Consciousness” and “Illnes.” The data shows the SUV hit the taxi’s center back end while the taxi was stopped in traffic, indicating driver incapacitation before impact. Driver errors listed are Lost Consciousness and Illnes. Only after those factors does equipment appear in the data; belts were used by occupants. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured.
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Distracted SUV and Moped Collision Injures 23-Year-Old▸Aug 15 - A driver in an SUV hit a 23-year-old moped rider at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction twice. One driver was unlicensed.
A driver in a Station Wagon/SUV traveling east struck a 23-year-old moped driver at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" for both involved drivers. One vehicle is listed as a Standing S driven by an unlicensed driver. Both vehicles show center front-end impact. The report repeats driver inattention as the listed error and identifies the moped rider as the injured party.
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Driver's left turn hits pedestrian on Surf Ave▸Aug 12 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Surf Ave and struck a 31-year-old man at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion and was in shock. Police cited failure to yield by the driver.
A driver in a 2021 Toyota SUV made a left turn on Surf Ave at W 22 St and struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion, and was listed in shock. According to the police report, contributing factors include "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report lists the vehicle pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact and damage as the right front bumper, consistent with the driver’s left turn striking a person at the intersection.
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Brannan Backs Misguided ID Checks To Curb Underage E‑bikes▸Aug 12 - City pushes Lyft to demand ID for Citi Bike e-bikes. No license, no ride. Kids blocked. Officials claim safety. But new barriers rise. Fewer riders. Streets lose strength in numbers. Risk shifts. Equity suffers.
"Brannan warned that the current self-reported age system is 'a disaster waiting to happen,' especially amid a surge in e-bike crashes involving minors." -- Justin L. Brannan
On August 12, 2025, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro sent a letter to Lyft CEO David Risher, demanding 'appropriate age verification steps' for Citi Bike e-bike riders, like requiring a driver's license or permit. Council Member Justin Brannan also pressed Lyft to block under-16 users, calling the current system 'a disaster waiting to happen.' The request follows a recent speed cap on Citi Bike e-bikes. But safety analysts warn: license-based checks block youth and those without licenses, cut mode shift, and weaken street equity. Fewer riders mean less safety in numbers for all vulnerable road users.
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NYC asks Lyft to require ID for Citi Bike e-bikes to curb underage riders,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-12
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Brannan Calls Coney Island Casino Plan Harmful to Street Safety▸Aug 9 - Coney Island casino plan means thousands more cars. Roads will clog. Parking will vanish. Environmental review shows danger for anyone not behind the wheel.
On August 9, 2025, an environmental impact assessment flagged the proposed Coney Island casino as a threat to street safety. The report, filed with the casino’s license bid, warns: 'The proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Reporter Kirstyn Brendlen covered the findings. No council members sponsored or voted, but the review shows the casino could bring thousands of cars daily. The safety analyst notes: increased car traffic and parking demand will heighten risks for pedestrians and cyclists, discourage active transportation, and undermine street safety and equity. The system tips toward drivers. The vulnerable pay the price.
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Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
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Driver Hits Teen on Surf Avenue▸Aug 1 - A driver in a sedan hit a 16-year-old girl at Surf Ave and W 30 St. She suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Noon sun. Busy street.
A driver in a 2008 Nissan sedan hit a 16-year-old pedestrian at Surf Ave and W 30 St in Brooklyn at 12:15 p.m. The girl suffered a head contusion and was recorded as injured. According to the police report, the driver, a 65-year-old woman traveling east, struck her with the center front of the car. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver as the contributing factor. The sedan showed front-end damage. No other injuries were reported in the crash. The vehicle had New Hampshire registration, and the driver held a Florida license. The report did not list any other contributing factors.
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Genesis Crash on Ocean Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 31 - Genesis driver crashed on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue. Three inside were hurt. Teen driver had facial fractures. Two young passengers bled and bruised. Police listed Other Vehicular.
Three people were hurt in a crash on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was 18, male, with facial fractures and dislocation. A 17-year-old female passenger had facial bleeding. An 18-year-old female passenger suffered a leg contusion. According to the police report, the collision involved a Genesis sedan with center-front impact and left-front bumper damage. Travel direction was listed as north. Police recorded Other Vehicular as the contributing factor.
Sep 11 - Eastbound on Belt Parkway, a sedan driver hit an SUV’s right rear. The SUV driver, 29, reported back pain and whiplash. Others were listed as unspecified. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
Two eastbound vehicles collided on Belt Parkway. A sedan driver hit the rear of an SUV. The sedan had center front damage. The SUV had right rear bumper damage. The SUV’s driver, a 29-year-old woman, was injured and reported back pain and whiplash. A 3-year-old passenger in the SUV and other occupants were recorded with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, both drivers were going straight and contributing factors were listed as Unspecified. The crash was logged at 8:35 a.m. No driver errors were recorded in the report.
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Passenger Hurt in Belt Parkway SUV Crash▸Sep 7 - Two drivers in eastbound SUVs collided on the Belt Parkway. A 51-year-old front-seat passenger suffered a concussion and shoulder injury. Police recorded driver inattention for both drivers.
Two drivers in eastbound SUVs collided on the Belt Parkway. The crash injured a 51-year-old woman in the front passenger seat. She reported a concussion and a shoulder injury and was conscious and not ejected. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight eastbound when the drivers crashed. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction for both drivers. The Ford SUV carried New Jersey plates; the Lincoln had New York plates. Damage was recorded to the left front quarter of one vehicle and the right front quarter of the other. Other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries.
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Merging driver hits slowing SUVs on Belt Parkway▸Sep 5 - A driver merging west on the Belt hit two slowing SUVs near Shell Road. Two women drivers suffered head injuries. Police recorded unsafe lane changing and failure to yield by drivers.
Three vehicles were westbound on the Belt Parkway near Shell Road. The driver of a sedan was merging. The drivers of two SUVs were slowing or stopping. Points of impact recorded: the sedan’s left front bumper; right side doors on one SUV; right rear bumper on the second SUV. Two women drivers were hurt with head injuries: a 51-year-old and a 57-year-old, the latter recorded in shock. According to the police report, police recorded unsafe lane changing and failure to yield right-of-way by drivers.
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Pickup driver rear-ends sedan at W 21 St▸Sep 3 - A pickup driver hit the back of a sedan on W 21 St at Neptune Ave. Two rear passengers suffered arm bruises. The sedan driver reported head pain. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
A pickup driver going east rear-ended an eastbound sedan on W 21 St at Neptune Ave in Brooklyn. Two rear passengers, men 53 and 66, sustained shoulder bruises and were listed as injured. The sedan’s 62-year-old driver reported head pain. According to the police report, driver inattention/distraction was recorded as a contributing factor. Vehicle damage listed a center-front impact to the pickup and a center-rear impact to the sedan, consistent with a rear-end crash. Both vehicles were traveling east, per the report.
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Segway Rider Ejected on Neptune Avenue▸Sep 1 - A 30-year-old Segway rider was ejected after a frontal impact on Neptune Avenue at W 8th Street. He suffered an elbow and lower-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old man riding a Segway was ejected after a frontal impact on Neptune Avenue at W 8th Street. He suffered an elbow and lower-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report records one 'Other Motorized' operator traveling south. The Segway shows center-front damage and the point of impact is listed as center front end. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified" and records no specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. Police recorded no other people or vehicles involved; the rider was the sole injured party.
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Trailing SUV Rear-Ends Lead SUV on Surf Ave▸Aug 31 - A westbound SUV rear-ended another SUV at W 8 St and Surf Ave in Brooklyn. Four people — two drivers and two front-seat passengers — were injured, with whiplash and head and back complaints. Police recorded "Unsafe Speed."
Two westbound SUVs collided at W 8 St and Surf Ave when the driver of the trailing SUV struck the center back end of the lead SUV. Four people were injured: the two drivers and two front-seat passengers. Reported injuries include whiplash and complaints of head and back pain. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Unsafe Speed." Police also recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" on an occupant entry. Vehicle damage was center front end on the rear SUV and center back end on the lead SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured.
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Motorcycle strikes cyclist on Neptune▸Aug 29 - A westbound motorcycle hit a southbound cyclist turning left on Neptune Ave at Ocean Pkwy. The biker went down, clutching his arm. Sirens cut the heat. Distraction ruled the lane. The street spit them out and kept moving.
A westbound motorcycle and a southbound bicycle collided at Neptune Ave and Ocean Pkwy in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured with arm pain; the motorcyclist’s injuries were unspecified. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Both listed parties had inattention as a factor. The bicycle was turning left; the motorcycle was going straight. The crash damaged both front ends, marking a direct hit. The report lists the motorcyclist with helmet/other gear but notes no safety equipment for the cyclist; this follows the documented driver inattention contributing factors.
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Westbound Motorcycle and Sedan Collide; Motorcyclist Hurt▸Aug 27 - The drivers of a westbound motorcycle and a westbound sedan collided head‑on at Brighton Beach Ave and Brighton 7 St in Brooklyn. The 28‑year‑old motorcyclist suffered a lower‑leg fracture. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
The driver of a motorcycle and the driver of a sedan collided head‑on at Brighton Beach Ave and Brighton 7 St in Brooklyn. The motorcyclist, a 28‑year‑old man, suffered a lower‑leg fracture and was listed as injured in the report. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was recorded as the contributing factor for both drivers. Both vehicles were westbound and listed as going straight ahead before impact, with center‑front damage on each vehicle. The sedan carried one occupant; the motorcyclist was the only person listed as injured in the police data.
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SUV turns, strikes cyclist on Neptune▸Aug 27 - An SUV turned off Neptune and hit a man on a bike. The rider went down with a leg bruise. The Lexus showed right‑front damage. Police cite traffic control disregarded. A simple turn became a hit on W 5th.
A Lexus SUV making a right turn on Neptune Ave at W 5 St struck a 55-year-old man riding east on a bike. The cyclist was injured, with a knee and lower-leg contusion, and remained conscious. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded.” Driver errors listed include Traffic Control Disregarded. The SUV showed right-front bumper impact; the bike had front-end damage. The data lists the bicyclist’s safety equipment as None, noted after driver errors as recorded in the report.
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SUV driver turns into 14-year-old on motorized device▸Aug 27 - The driver of an SUV turned right and struck a 14-year-old operating a motorized device on Stillwell Ave. The teen fell and suffered a shoulder abrasion. Police recorded no other injuries.
A driver in a Honda SUV turned right and struck a 14-year-old operating a motorized device at Stillwell Ave and Bay 50 St in Brooklyn. The teen suffered an abrasion to the shoulder. According to the police report the SUV was "Making Right Turn" and the other vehicle was "Going Straight Ahead." The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." Police did not list a specific driver error. The SUV's point of impact was the right front bumper; the motorized device's point of impact was its right side doors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
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Driver in sedan clips 12-year-old cyclist▸Aug 26 - The driver of a 2024 Cadillac sedan traveling east on Brighton Beach Ave hit a 12-year-old boy riding north on a bicycle at Coney Island Ave. The child suffered a lower-leg injury. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield.
The driver of a 2024 Cadillac sedan traveling east on Brighton Beach Avenue struck a 12-year-old male bicyclist riding north at Coney Island Avenue. The impact was to the sedan's right-front quarter and the bike's center front. The child sustained a lower-leg injury and was listed with contusions. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The report identifies the motorist as a licensed adult female; no motorist injuries were recorded. Police recorded the driver errors as the defining causes of the crash.
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Sedan strikes northbound cyclist on Shell▸Aug 25 - A sedan cut across Shell Road and hit a northbound cyclist. Metal to leg. Rider down, ejected, in shock. The Nissan’s right front smashed his front wheel. Brooklyn traffic swallowed another person on a bike.
A Nissan sedan traveling east hit a northbound bicyclist at 2896 Shell Rd in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured, ejected, and in shock with lower‑leg trauma. According to the police report, contributing factors list Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion. The data show the car’s right front quarter panel struck the bike’s front end while both were going straight. The bicyclist was unlicensed, noted only as a status, not a cause. No driver errors were recorded by NYPD in this dataset, a silence that obscures responsibility in a car‑bike impact. The record notes the cyclist wore no safety equipment, after the system’s failure to name driver mistakes.
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SUV slams stopped taxi on Neptune▸Aug 18 - Eastbound SUV lost consciousness and hit a stopped taxi on Neptune Ave at W 19th. The cab’s rear crushed. Two passengers hurt. The SUV driver injured. Brooklyn street turns into a trap for the people inside.
An eastbound SUV struck the rear of a stopped taxi on Neptune Ave at W 19 St in Brooklyn. Two taxi passengers were injured with back pain, and the SUV driver was also injured. According to the police report, “contributing factors” included “Lost Consciousness” and “Illnes.” The data shows the SUV hit the taxi’s center back end while the taxi was stopped in traffic, indicating driver incapacitation before impact. Driver errors listed are Lost Consciousness and Illnes. Only after those factors does equipment appear in the data; belts were used by occupants. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured.
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Distracted SUV and Moped Collision Injures 23-Year-Old▸Aug 15 - A driver in an SUV hit a 23-year-old moped rider at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction twice. One driver was unlicensed.
A driver in a Station Wagon/SUV traveling east struck a 23-year-old moped driver at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" for both involved drivers. One vehicle is listed as a Standing S driven by an unlicensed driver. Both vehicles show center front-end impact. The report repeats driver inattention as the listed error and identifies the moped rider as the injured party.
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Driver's left turn hits pedestrian on Surf Ave▸Aug 12 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Surf Ave and struck a 31-year-old man at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion and was in shock. Police cited failure to yield by the driver.
A driver in a 2021 Toyota SUV made a left turn on Surf Ave at W 22 St and struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion, and was listed in shock. According to the police report, contributing factors include "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report lists the vehicle pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact and damage as the right front bumper, consistent with the driver’s left turn striking a person at the intersection.
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Brannan Backs Misguided ID Checks To Curb Underage E‑bikes▸Aug 12 - City pushes Lyft to demand ID for Citi Bike e-bikes. No license, no ride. Kids blocked. Officials claim safety. But new barriers rise. Fewer riders. Streets lose strength in numbers. Risk shifts. Equity suffers.
"Brannan warned that the current self-reported age system is 'a disaster waiting to happen,' especially amid a surge in e-bike crashes involving minors." -- Justin L. Brannan
On August 12, 2025, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro sent a letter to Lyft CEO David Risher, demanding 'appropriate age verification steps' for Citi Bike e-bike riders, like requiring a driver's license or permit. Council Member Justin Brannan also pressed Lyft to block under-16 users, calling the current system 'a disaster waiting to happen.' The request follows a recent speed cap on Citi Bike e-bikes. But safety analysts warn: license-based checks block youth and those without licenses, cut mode shift, and weaken street equity. Fewer riders mean less safety in numbers for all vulnerable road users.
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NYC asks Lyft to require ID for Citi Bike e-bikes to curb underage riders,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-12
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Brannan Calls Coney Island Casino Plan Harmful to Street Safety▸Aug 9 - Coney Island casino plan means thousands more cars. Roads will clog. Parking will vanish. Environmental review shows danger for anyone not behind the wheel.
On August 9, 2025, an environmental impact assessment flagged the proposed Coney Island casino as a threat to street safety. The report, filed with the casino’s license bid, warns: 'The proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Reporter Kirstyn Brendlen covered the findings. No council members sponsored or voted, but the review shows the casino could bring thousands of cars daily. The safety analyst notes: increased car traffic and parking demand will heighten risks for pedestrians and cyclists, discourage active transportation, and undermine street safety and equity. The system tips toward drivers. The vulnerable pay the price.
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Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
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Driver Hits Teen on Surf Avenue▸Aug 1 - A driver in a sedan hit a 16-year-old girl at Surf Ave and W 30 St. She suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Noon sun. Busy street.
A driver in a 2008 Nissan sedan hit a 16-year-old pedestrian at Surf Ave and W 30 St in Brooklyn at 12:15 p.m. The girl suffered a head contusion and was recorded as injured. According to the police report, the driver, a 65-year-old woman traveling east, struck her with the center front of the car. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver as the contributing factor. The sedan showed front-end damage. No other injuries were reported in the crash. The vehicle had New Hampshire registration, and the driver held a Florida license. The report did not list any other contributing factors.
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Genesis Crash on Ocean Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 31 - Genesis driver crashed on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue. Three inside were hurt. Teen driver had facial fractures. Two young passengers bled and bruised. Police listed Other Vehicular.
Three people were hurt in a crash on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was 18, male, with facial fractures and dislocation. A 17-year-old female passenger had facial bleeding. An 18-year-old female passenger suffered a leg contusion. According to the police report, the collision involved a Genesis sedan with center-front impact and left-front bumper damage. Travel direction was listed as north. Police recorded Other Vehicular as the contributing factor.
Sep 7 - Two drivers in eastbound SUVs collided on the Belt Parkway. A 51-year-old front-seat passenger suffered a concussion and shoulder injury. Police recorded driver inattention for both drivers.
Two drivers in eastbound SUVs collided on the Belt Parkway. The crash injured a 51-year-old woman in the front passenger seat. She reported a concussion and a shoulder injury and was conscious and not ejected. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight eastbound when the drivers crashed. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction for both drivers. The Ford SUV carried New Jersey plates; the Lincoln had New York plates. Damage was recorded to the left front quarter of one vehicle and the right front quarter of the other. Other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries.
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Merging driver hits slowing SUVs on Belt Parkway▸Sep 5 - A driver merging west on the Belt hit two slowing SUVs near Shell Road. Two women drivers suffered head injuries. Police recorded unsafe lane changing and failure to yield by drivers.
Three vehicles were westbound on the Belt Parkway near Shell Road. The driver of a sedan was merging. The drivers of two SUVs were slowing or stopping. Points of impact recorded: the sedan’s left front bumper; right side doors on one SUV; right rear bumper on the second SUV. Two women drivers were hurt with head injuries: a 51-year-old and a 57-year-old, the latter recorded in shock. According to the police report, police recorded unsafe lane changing and failure to yield right-of-way by drivers.
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Pickup driver rear-ends sedan at W 21 St▸Sep 3 - A pickup driver hit the back of a sedan on W 21 St at Neptune Ave. Two rear passengers suffered arm bruises. The sedan driver reported head pain. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
A pickup driver going east rear-ended an eastbound sedan on W 21 St at Neptune Ave in Brooklyn. Two rear passengers, men 53 and 66, sustained shoulder bruises and were listed as injured. The sedan’s 62-year-old driver reported head pain. According to the police report, driver inattention/distraction was recorded as a contributing factor. Vehicle damage listed a center-front impact to the pickup and a center-rear impact to the sedan, consistent with a rear-end crash. Both vehicles were traveling east, per the report.
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Segway Rider Ejected on Neptune Avenue▸Sep 1 - A 30-year-old Segway rider was ejected after a frontal impact on Neptune Avenue at W 8th Street. He suffered an elbow and lower-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old man riding a Segway was ejected after a frontal impact on Neptune Avenue at W 8th Street. He suffered an elbow and lower-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report records one 'Other Motorized' operator traveling south. The Segway shows center-front damage and the point of impact is listed as center front end. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified" and records no specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. Police recorded no other people or vehicles involved; the rider was the sole injured party.
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Trailing SUV Rear-Ends Lead SUV on Surf Ave▸Aug 31 - A westbound SUV rear-ended another SUV at W 8 St and Surf Ave in Brooklyn. Four people — two drivers and two front-seat passengers — were injured, with whiplash and head and back complaints. Police recorded "Unsafe Speed."
Two westbound SUVs collided at W 8 St and Surf Ave when the driver of the trailing SUV struck the center back end of the lead SUV. Four people were injured: the two drivers and two front-seat passengers. Reported injuries include whiplash and complaints of head and back pain. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Unsafe Speed." Police also recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" on an occupant entry. Vehicle damage was center front end on the rear SUV and center back end on the lead SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured.
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Motorcycle strikes cyclist on Neptune▸Aug 29 - A westbound motorcycle hit a southbound cyclist turning left on Neptune Ave at Ocean Pkwy. The biker went down, clutching his arm. Sirens cut the heat. Distraction ruled the lane. The street spit them out and kept moving.
A westbound motorcycle and a southbound bicycle collided at Neptune Ave and Ocean Pkwy in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured with arm pain; the motorcyclist’s injuries were unspecified. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Both listed parties had inattention as a factor. The bicycle was turning left; the motorcycle was going straight. The crash damaged both front ends, marking a direct hit. The report lists the motorcyclist with helmet/other gear but notes no safety equipment for the cyclist; this follows the documented driver inattention contributing factors.
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Westbound Motorcycle and Sedan Collide; Motorcyclist Hurt▸Aug 27 - The drivers of a westbound motorcycle and a westbound sedan collided head‑on at Brighton Beach Ave and Brighton 7 St in Brooklyn. The 28‑year‑old motorcyclist suffered a lower‑leg fracture. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
The driver of a motorcycle and the driver of a sedan collided head‑on at Brighton Beach Ave and Brighton 7 St in Brooklyn. The motorcyclist, a 28‑year‑old man, suffered a lower‑leg fracture and was listed as injured in the report. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was recorded as the contributing factor for both drivers. Both vehicles were westbound and listed as going straight ahead before impact, with center‑front damage on each vehicle. The sedan carried one occupant; the motorcyclist was the only person listed as injured in the police data.
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SUV turns, strikes cyclist on Neptune▸Aug 27 - An SUV turned off Neptune and hit a man on a bike. The rider went down with a leg bruise. The Lexus showed right‑front damage. Police cite traffic control disregarded. A simple turn became a hit on W 5th.
A Lexus SUV making a right turn on Neptune Ave at W 5 St struck a 55-year-old man riding east on a bike. The cyclist was injured, with a knee and lower-leg contusion, and remained conscious. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded.” Driver errors listed include Traffic Control Disregarded. The SUV showed right-front bumper impact; the bike had front-end damage. The data lists the bicyclist’s safety equipment as None, noted after driver errors as recorded in the report.
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SUV driver turns into 14-year-old on motorized device▸Aug 27 - The driver of an SUV turned right and struck a 14-year-old operating a motorized device on Stillwell Ave. The teen fell and suffered a shoulder abrasion. Police recorded no other injuries.
A driver in a Honda SUV turned right and struck a 14-year-old operating a motorized device at Stillwell Ave and Bay 50 St in Brooklyn. The teen suffered an abrasion to the shoulder. According to the police report the SUV was "Making Right Turn" and the other vehicle was "Going Straight Ahead." The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." Police did not list a specific driver error. The SUV's point of impact was the right front bumper; the motorized device's point of impact was its right side doors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
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Driver in sedan clips 12-year-old cyclist▸Aug 26 - The driver of a 2024 Cadillac sedan traveling east on Brighton Beach Ave hit a 12-year-old boy riding north on a bicycle at Coney Island Ave. The child suffered a lower-leg injury. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield.
The driver of a 2024 Cadillac sedan traveling east on Brighton Beach Avenue struck a 12-year-old male bicyclist riding north at Coney Island Avenue. The impact was to the sedan's right-front quarter and the bike's center front. The child sustained a lower-leg injury and was listed with contusions. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The report identifies the motorist as a licensed adult female; no motorist injuries were recorded. Police recorded the driver errors as the defining causes of the crash.
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Sedan strikes northbound cyclist on Shell▸Aug 25 - A sedan cut across Shell Road and hit a northbound cyclist. Metal to leg. Rider down, ejected, in shock. The Nissan’s right front smashed his front wheel. Brooklyn traffic swallowed another person on a bike.
A Nissan sedan traveling east hit a northbound bicyclist at 2896 Shell Rd in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured, ejected, and in shock with lower‑leg trauma. According to the police report, contributing factors list Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion. The data show the car’s right front quarter panel struck the bike’s front end while both were going straight. The bicyclist was unlicensed, noted only as a status, not a cause. No driver errors were recorded by NYPD in this dataset, a silence that obscures responsibility in a car‑bike impact. The record notes the cyclist wore no safety equipment, after the system’s failure to name driver mistakes.
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SUV slams stopped taxi on Neptune▸Aug 18 - Eastbound SUV lost consciousness and hit a stopped taxi on Neptune Ave at W 19th. The cab’s rear crushed. Two passengers hurt. The SUV driver injured. Brooklyn street turns into a trap for the people inside.
An eastbound SUV struck the rear of a stopped taxi on Neptune Ave at W 19 St in Brooklyn. Two taxi passengers were injured with back pain, and the SUV driver was also injured. According to the police report, “contributing factors” included “Lost Consciousness” and “Illnes.” The data shows the SUV hit the taxi’s center back end while the taxi was stopped in traffic, indicating driver incapacitation before impact. Driver errors listed are Lost Consciousness and Illnes. Only after those factors does equipment appear in the data; belts were used by occupants. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured.
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Distracted SUV and Moped Collision Injures 23-Year-Old▸Aug 15 - A driver in an SUV hit a 23-year-old moped rider at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction twice. One driver was unlicensed.
A driver in a Station Wagon/SUV traveling east struck a 23-year-old moped driver at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" for both involved drivers. One vehicle is listed as a Standing S driven by an unlicensed driver. Both vehicles show center front-end impact. The report repeats driver inattention as the listed error and identifies the moped rider as the injured party.
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Driver's left turn hits pedestrian on Surf Ave▸Aug 12 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Surf Ave and struck a 31-year-old man at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion and was in shock. Police cited failure to yield by the driver.
A driver in a 2021 Toyota SUV made a left turn on Surf Ave at W 22 St and struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion, and was listed in shock. According to the police report, contributing factors include "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report lists the vehicle pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact and damage as the right front bumper, consistent with the driver’s left turn striking a person at the intersection.
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Brannan Backs Misguided ID Checks To Curb Underage E‑bikes▸Aug 12 - City pushes Lyft to demand ID for Citi Bike e-bikes. No license, no ride. Kids blocked. Officials claim safety. But new barriers rise. Fewer riders. Streets lose strength in numbers. Risk shifts. Equity suffers.
"Brannan warned that the current self-reported age system is 'a disaster waiting to happen,' especially amid a surge in e-bike crashes involving minors." -- Justin L. Brannan
On August 12, 2025, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro sent a letter to Lyft CEO David Risher, demanding 'appropriate age verification steps' for Citi Bike e-bike riders, like requiring a driver's license or permit. Council Member Justin Brannan also pressed Lyft to block under-16 users, calling the current system 'a disaster waiting to happen.' The request follows a recent speed cap on Citi Bike e-bikes. But safety analysts warn: license-based checks block youth and those without licenses, cut mode shift, and weaken street equity. Fewer riders mean less safety in numbers for all vulnerable road users.
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NYC asks Lyft to require ID for Citi Bike e-bikes to curb underage riders,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-12
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Brannan Calls Coney Island Casino Plan Harmful to Street Safety▸Aug 9 - Coney Island casino plan means thousands more cars. Roads will clog. Parking will vanish. Environmental review shows danger for anyone not behind the wheel.
On August 9, 2025, an environmental impact assessment flagged the proposed Coney Island casino as a threat to street safety. The report, filed with the casino’s license bid, warns: 'The proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Reporter Kirstyn Brendlen covered the findings. No council members sponsored or voted, but the review shows the casino could bring thousands of cars daily. The safety analyst notes: increased car traffic and parking demand will heighten risks for pedestrians and cyclists, discourage active transportation, and undermine street safety and equity. The system tips toward drivers. The vulnerable pay the price.
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Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
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Driver Hits Teen on Surf Avenue▸Aug 1 - A driver in a sedan hit a 16-year-old girl at Surf Ave and W 30 St. She suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Noon sun. Busy street.
A driver in a 2008 Nissan sedan hit a 16-year-old pedestrian at Surf Ave and W 30 St in Brooklyn at 12:15 p.m. The girl suffered a head contusion and was recorded as injured. According to the police report, the driver, a 65-year-old woman traveling east, struck her with the center front of the car. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver as the contributing factor. The sedan showed front-end damage. No other injuries were reported in the crash. The vehicle had New Hampshire registration, and the driver held a Florida license. The report did not list any other contributing factors.
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Genesis Crash on Ocean Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 31 - Genesis driver crashed on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue. Three inside were hurt. Teen driver had facial fractures. Two young passengers bled and bruised. Police listed Other Vehicular.
Three people were hurt in a crash on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was 18, male, with facial fractures and dislocation. A 17-year-old female passenger had facial bleeding. An 18-year-old female passenger suffered a leg contusion. According to the police report, the collision involved a Genesis sedan with center-front impact and left-front bumper damage. Travel direction was listed as north. Police recorded Other Vehicular as the contributing factor.
Sep 5 - A driver merging west on the Belt hit two slowing SUVs near Shell Road. Two women drivers suffered head injuries. Police recorded unsafe lane changing and failure to yield by drivers.
Three vehicles were westbound on the Belt Parkway near Shell Road. The driver of a sedan was merging. The drivers of two SUVs were slowing or stopping. Points of impact recorded: the sedan’s left front bumper; right side doors on one SUV; right rear bumper on the second SUV. Two women drivers were hurt with head injuries: a 51-year-old and a 57-year-old, the latter recorded in shock. According to the police report, police recorded unsafe lane changing and failure to yield right-of-way by drivers.
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Pickup driver rear-ends sedan at W 21 St▸Sep 3 - A pickup driver hit the back of a sedan on W 21 St at Neptune Ave. Two rear passengers suffered arm bruises. The sedan driver reported head pain. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
A pickup driver going east rear-ended an eastbound sedan on W 21 St at Neptune Ave in Brooklyn. Two rear passengers, men 53 and 66, sustained shoulder bruises and were listed as injured. The sedan’s 62-year-old driver reported head pain. According to the police report, driver inattention/distraction was recorded as a contributing factor. Vehicle damage listed a center-front impact to the pickup and a center-rear impact to the sedan, consistent with a rear-end crash. Both vehicles were traveling east, per the report.
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Segway Rider Ejected on Neptune Avenue▸Sep 1 - A 30-year-old Segway rider was ejected after a frontal impact on Neptune Avenue at W 8th Street. He suffered an elbow and lower-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old man riding a Segway was ejected after a frontal impact on Neptune Avenue at W 8th Street. He suffered an elbow and lower-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report records one 'Other Motorized' operator traveling south. The Segway shows center-front damage and the point of impact is listed as center front end. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified" and records no specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. Police recorded no other people or vehicles involved; the rider was the sole injured party.
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Trailing SUV Rear-Ends Lead SUV on Surf Ave▸Aug 31 - A westbound SUV rear-ended another SUV at W 8 St and Surf Ave in Brooklyn. Four people — two drivers and two front-seat passengers — were injured, with whiplash and head and back complaints. Police recorded "Unsafe Speed."
Two westbound SUVs collided at W 8 St and Surf Ave when the driver of the trailing SUV struck the center back end of the lead SUV. Four people were injured: the two drivers and two front-seat passengers. Reported injuries include whiplash and complaints of head and back pain. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Unsafe Speed." Police also recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" on an occupant entry. Vehicle damage was center front end on the rear SUV and center back end on the lead SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured.
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Motorcycle strikes cyclist on Neptune▸Aug 29 - A westbound motorcycle hit a southbound cyclist turning left on Neptune Ave at Ocean Pkwy. The biker went down, clutching his arm. Sirens cut the heat. Distraction ruled the lane. The street spit them out and kept moving.
A westbound motorcycle and a southbound bicycle collided at Neptune Ave and Ocean Pkwy in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured with arm pain; the motorcyclist’s injuries were unspecified. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Both listed parties had inattention as a factor. The bicycle was turning left; the motorcycle was going straight. The crash damaged both front ends, marking a direct hit. The report lists the motorcyclist with helmet/other gear but notes no safety equipment for the cyclist; this follows the documented driver inattention contributing factors.
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Westbound Motorcycle and Sedan Collide; Motorcyclist Hurt▸Aug 27 - The drivers of a westbound motorcycle and a westbound sedan collided head‑on at Brighton Beach Ave and Brighton 7 St in Brooklyn. The 28‑year‑old motorcyclist suffered a lower‑leg fracture. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
The driver of a motorcycle and the driver of a sedan collided head‑on at Brighton Beach Ave and Brighton 7 St in Brooklyn. The motorcyclist, a 28‑year‑old man, suffered a lower‑leg fracture and was listed as injured in the report. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was recorded as the contributing factor for both drivers. Both vehicles were westbound and listed as going straight ahead before impact, with center‑front damage on each vehicle. The sedan carried one occupant; the motorcyclist was the only person listed as injured in the police data.
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SUV turns, strikes cyclist on Neptune▸Aug 27 - An SUV turned off Neptune and hit a man on a bike. The rider went down with a leg bruise. The Lexus showed right‑front damage. Police cite traffic control disregarded. A simple turn became a hit on W 5th.
A Lexus SUV making a right turn on Neptune Ave at W 5 St struck a 55-year-old man riding east on a bike. The cyclist was injured, with a knee and lower-leg contusion, and remained conscious. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded.” Driver errors listed include Traffic Control Disregarded. The SUV showed right-front bumper impact; the bike had front-end damage. The data lists the bicyclist’s safety equipment as None, noted after driver errors as recorded in the report.
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SUV driver turns into 14-year-old on motorized device▸Aug 27 - The driver of an SUV turned right and struck a 14-year-old operating a motorized device on Stillwell Ave. The teen fell and suffered a shoulder abrasion. Police recorded no other injuries.
A driver in a Honda SUV turned right and struck a 14-year-old operating a motorized device at Stillwell Ave and Bay 50 St in Brooklyn. The teen suffered an abrasion to the shoulder. According to the police report the SUV was "Making Right Turn" and the other vehicle was "Going Straight Ahead." The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." Police did not list a specific driver error. The SUV's point of impact was the right front bumper; the motorized device's point of impact was its right side doors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
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Driver in sedan clips 12-year-old cyclist▸Aug 26 - The driver of a 2024 Cadillac sedan traveling east on Brighton Beach Ave hit a 12-year-old boy riding north on a bicycle at Coney Island Ave. The child suffered a lower-leg injury. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield.
The driver of a 2024 Cadillac sedan traveling east on Brighton Beach Avenue struck a 12-year-old male bicyclist riding north at Coney Island Avenue. The impact was to the sedan's right-front quarter and the bike's center front. The child sustained a lower-leg injury and was listed with contusions. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The report identifies the motorist as a licensed adult female; no motorist injuries were recorded. Police recorded the driver errors as the defining causes of the crash.
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Sedan strikes northbound cyclist on Shell▸Aug 25 - A sedan cut across Shell Road and hit a northbound cyclist. Metal to leg. Rider down, ejected, in shock. The Nissan’s right front smashed his front wheel. Brooklyn traffic swallowed another person on a bike.
A Nissan sedan traveling east hit a northbound bicyclist at 2896 Shell Rd in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured, ejected, and in shock with lower‑leg trauma. According to the police report, contributing factors list Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion. The data show the car’s right front quarter panel struck the bike’s front end while both were going straight. The bicyclist was unlicensed, noted only as a status, not a cause. No driver errors were recorded by NYPD in this dataset, a silence that obscures responsibility in a car‑bike impact. The record notes the cyclist wore no safety equipment, after the system’s failure to name driver mistakes.
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SUV slams stopped taxi on Neptune▸Aug 18 - Eastbound SUV lost consciousness and hit a stopped taxi on Neptune Ave at W 19th. The cab’s rear crushed. Two passengers hurt. The SUV driver injured. Brooklyn street turns into a trap for the people inside.
An eastbound SUV struck the rear of a stopped taxi on Neptune Ave at W 19 St in Brooklyn. Two taxi passengers were injured with back pain, and the SUV driver was also injured. According to the police report, “contributing factors” included “Lost Consciousness” and “Illnes.” The data shows the SUV hit the taxi’s center back end while the taxi was stopped in traffic, indicating driver incapacitation before impact. Driver errors listed are Lost Consciousness and Illnes. Only after those factors does equipment appear in the data; belts were used by occupants. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured.
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Distracted SUV and Moped Collision Injures 23-Year-Old▸Aug 15 - A driver in an SUV hit a 23-year-old moped rider at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction twice. One driver was unlicensed.
A driver in a Station Wagon/SUV traveling east struck a 23-year-old moped driver at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" for both involved drivers. One vehicle is listed as a Standing S driven by an unlicensed driver. Both vehicles show center front-end impact. The report repeats driver inattention as the listed error and identifies the moped rider as the injured party.
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Driver's left turn hits pedestrian on Surf Ave▸Aug 12 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Surf Ave and struck a 31-year-old man at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion and was in shock. Police cited failure to yield by the driver.
A driver in a 2021 Toyota SUV made a left turn on Surf Ave at W 22 St and struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion, and was listed in shock. According to the police report, contributing factors include "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report lists the vehicle pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact and damage as the right front bumper, consistent with the driver’s left turn striking a person at the intersection.
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Brannan Backs Misguided ID Checks To Curb Underage E‑bikes▸Aug 12 - City pushes Lyft to demand ID for Citi Bike e-bikes. No license, no ride. Kids blocked. Officials claim safety. But new barriers rise. Fewer riders. Streets lose strength in numbers. Risk shifts. Equity suffers.
"Brannan warned that the current self-reported age system is 'a disaster waiting to happen,' especially amid a surge in e-bike crashes involving minors." -- Justin L. Brannan
On August 12, 2025, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro sent a letter to Lyft CEO David Risher, demanding 'appropriate age verification steps' for Citi Bike e-bike riders, like requiring a driver's license or permit. Council Member Justin Brannan also pressed Lyft to block under-16 users, calling the current system 'a disaster waiting to happen.' The request follows a recent speed cap on Citi Bike e-bikes. But safety analysts warn: license-based checks block youth and those without licenses, cut mode shift, and weaken street equity. Fewer riders mean less safety in numbers for all vulnerable road users.
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NYC asks Lyft to require ID for Citi Bike e-bikes to curb underage riders,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-12
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Brannan Calls Coney Island Casino Plan Harmful to Street Safety▸Aug 9 - Coney Island casino plan means thousands more cars. Roads will clog. Parking will vanish. Environmental review shows danger for anyone not behind the wheel.
On August 9, 2025, an environmental impact assessment flagged the proposed Coney Island casino as a threat to street safety. The report, filed with the casino’s license bid, warns: 'The proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Reporter Kirstyn Brendlen covered the findings. No council members sponsored or voted, but the review shows the casino could bring thousands of cars daily. The safety analyst notes: increased car traffic and parking demand will heighten risks for pedestrians and cyclists, discourage active transportation, and undermine street safety and equity. The system tips toward drivers. The vulnerable pay the price.
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Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
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Driver Hits Teen on Surf Avenue▸Aug 1 - A driver in a sedan hit a 16-year-old girl at Surf Ave and W 30 St. She suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Noon sun. Busy street.
A driver in a 2008 Nissan sedan hit a 16-year-old pedestrian at Surf Ave and W 30 St in Brooklyn at 12:15 p.m. The girl suffered a head contusion and was recorded as injured. According to the police report, the driver, a 65-year-old woman traveling east, struck her with the center front of the car. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver as the contributing factor. The sedan showed front-end damage. No other injuries were reported in the crash. The vehicle had New Hampshire registration, and the driver held a Florida license. The report did not list any other contributing factors.
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Genesis Crash on Ocean Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 31 - Genesis driver crashed on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue. Three inside were hurt. Teen driver had facial fractures. Two young passengers bled and bruised. Police listed Other Vehicular.
Three people were hurt in a crash on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was 18, male, with facial fractures and dislocation. A 17-year-old female passenger had facial bleeding. An 18-year-old female passenger suffered a leg contusion. According to the police report, the collision involved a Genesis sedan with center-front impact and left-front bumper damage. Travel direction was listed as north. Police recorded Other Vehicular as the contributing factor.
Sep 3 - A pickup driver hit the back of a sedan on W 21 St at Neptune Ave. Two rear passengers suffered arm bruises. The sedan driver reported head pain. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
A pickup driver going east rear-ended an eastbound sedan on W 21 St at Neptune Ave in Brooklyn. Two rear passengers, men 53 and 66, sustained shoulder bruises and were listed as injured. The sedan’s 62-year-old driver reported head pain. According to the police report, driver inattention/distraction was recorded as a contributing factor. Vehicle damage listed a center-front impact to the pickup and a center-rear impact to the sedan, consistent with a rear-end crash. Both vehicles were traveling east, per the report.
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Segway Rider Ejected on Neptune Avenue▸Sep 1 - A 30-year-old Segway rider was ejected after a frontal impact on Neptune Avenue at W 8th Street. He suffered an elbow and lower-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old man riding a Segway was ejected after a frontal impact on Neptune Avenue at W 8th Street. He suffered an elbow and lower-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report records one 'Other Motorized' operator traveling south. The Segway shows center-front damage and the point of impact is listed as center front end. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified" and records no specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. Police recorded no other people or vehicles involved; the rider was the sole injured party.
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Trailing SUV Rear-Ends Lead SUV on Surf Ave▸Aug 31 - A westbound SUV rear-ended another SUV at W 8 St and Surf Ave in Brooklyn. Four people — two drivers and two front-seat passengers — were injured, with whiplash and head and back complaints. Police recorded "Unsafe Speed."
Two westbound SUVs collided at W 8 St and Surf Ave when the driver of the trailing SUV struck the center back end of the lead SUV. Four people were injured: the two drivers and two front-seat passengers. Reported injuries include whiplash and complaints of head and back pain. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Unsafe Speed." Police also recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" on an occupant entry. Vehicle damage was center front end on the rear SUV and center back end on the lead SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured.
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Motorcycle strikes cyclist on Neptune▸Aug 29 - A westbound motorcycle hit a southbound cyclist turning left on Neptune Ave at Ocean Pkwy. The biker went down, clutching his arm. Sirens cut the heat. Distraction ruled the lane. The street spit them out and kept moving.
A westbound motorcycle and a southbound bicycle collided at Neptune Ave and Ocean Pkwy in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured with arm pain; the motorcyclist’s injuries were unspecified. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Both listed parties had inattention as a factor. The bicycle was turning left; the motorcycle was going straight. The crash damaged both front ends, marking a direct hit. The report lists the motorcyclist with helmet/other gear but notes no safety equipment for the cyclist; this follows the documented driver inattention contributing factors.
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Westbound Motorcycle and Sedan Collide; Motorcyclist Hurt▸Aug 27 - The drivers of a westbound motorcycle and a westbound sedan collided head‑on at Brighton Beach Ave and Brighton 7 St in Brooklyn. The 28‑year‑old motorcyclist suffered a lower‑leg fracture. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
The driver of a motorcycle and the driver of a sedan collided head‑on at Brighton Beach Ave and Brighton 7 St in Brooklyn. The motorcyclist, a 28‑year‑old man, suffered a lower‑leg fracture and was listed as injured in the report. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was recorded as the contributing factor for both drivers. Both vehicles were westbound and listed as going straight ahead before impact, with center‑front damage on each vehicle. The sedan carried one occupant; the motorcyclist was the only person listed as injured in the police data.
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SUV turns, strikes cyclist on Neptune▸Aug 27 - An SUV turned off Neptune and hit a man on a bike. The rider went down with a leg bruise. The Lexus showed right‑front damage. Police cite traffic control disregarded. A simple turn became a hit on W 5th.
A Lexus SUV making a right turn on Neptune Ave at W 5 St struck a 55-year-old man riding east on a bike. The cyclist was injured, with a knee and lower-leg contusion, and remained conscious. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded.” Driver errors listed include Traffic Control Disregarded. The SUV showed right-front bumper impact; the bike had front-end damage. The data lists the bicyclist’s safety equipment as None, noted after driver errors as recorded in the report.
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SUV driver turns into 14-year-old on motorized device▸Aug 27 - The driver of an SUV turned right and struck a 14-year-old operating a motorized device on Stillwell Ave. The teen fell and suffered a shoulder abrasion. Police recorded no other injuries.
A driver in a Honda SUV turned right and struck a 14-year-old operating a motorized device at Stillwell Ave and Bay 50 St in Brooklyn. The teen suffered an abrasion to the shoulder. According to the police report the SUV was "Making Right Turn" and the other vehicle was "Going Straight Ahead." The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." Police did not list a specific driver error. The SUV's point of impact was the right front bumper; the motorized device's point of impact was its right side doors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
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Driver in sedan clips 12-year-old cyclist▸Aug 26 - The driver of a 2024 Cadillac sedan traveling east on Brighton Beach Ave hit a 12-year-old boy riding north on a bicycle at Coney Island Ave. The child suffered a lower-leg injury. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield.
The driver of a 2024 Cadillac sedan traveling east on Brighton Beach Avenue struck a 12-year-old male bicyclist riding north at Coney Island Avenue. The impact was to the sedan's right-front quarter and the bike's center front. The child sustained a lower-leg injury and was listed with contusions. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The report identifies the motorist as a licensed adult female; no motorist injuries were recorded. Police recorded the driver errors as the defining causes of the crash.
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Sedan strikes northbound cyclist on Shell▸Aug 25 - A sedan cut across Shell Road and hit a northbound cyclist. Metal to leg. Rider down, ejected, in shock. The Nissan’s right front smashed his front wheel. Brooklyn traffic swallowed another person on a bike.
A Nissan sedan traveling east hit a northbound bicyclist at 2896 Shell Rd in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured, ejected, and in shock with lower‑leg trauma. According to the police report, contributing factors list Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion. The data show the car’s right front quarter panel struck the bike’s front end while both were going straight. The bicyclist was unlicensed, noted only as a status, not a cause. No driver errors were recorded by NYPD in this dataset, a silence that obscures responsibility in a car‑bike impact. The record notes the cyclist wore no safety equipment, after the system’s failure to name driver mistakes.
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SUV slams stopped taxi on Neptune▸Aug 18 - Eastbound SUV lost consciousness and hit a stopped taxi on Neptune Ave at W 19th. The cab’s rear crushed. Two passengers hurt. The SUV driver injured. Brooklyn street turns into a trap for the people inside.
An eastbound SUV struck the rear of a stopped taxi on Neptune Ave at W 19 St in Brooklyn. Two taxi passengers were injured with back pain, and the SUV driver was also injured. According to the police report, “contributing factors” included “Lost Consciousness” and “Illnes.” The data shows the SUV hit the taxi’s center back end while the taxi was stopped in traffic, indicating driver incapacitation before impact. Driver errors listed are Lost Consciousness and Illnes. Only after those factors does equipment appear in the data; belts were used by occupants. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured.
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Distracted SUV and Moped Collision Injures 23-Year-Old▸Aug 15 - A driver in an SUV hit a 23-year-old moped rider at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction twice. One driver was unlicensed.
A driver in a Station Wagon/SUV traveling east struck a 23-year-old moped driver at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" for both involved drivers. One vehicle is listed as a Standing S driven by an unlicensed driver. Both vehicles show center front-end impact. The report repeats driver inattention as the listed error and identifies the moped rider as the injured party.
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Driver's left turn hits pedestrian on Surf Ave▸Aug 12 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Surf Ave and struck a 31-year-old man at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion and was in shock. Police cited failure to yield by the driver.
A driver in a 2021 Toyota SUV made a left turn on Surf Ave at W 22 St and struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion, and was listed in shock. According to the police report, contributing factors include "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report lists the vehicle pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact and damage as the right front bumper, consistent with the driver’s left turn striking a person at the intersection.
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Brannan Backs Misguided ID Checks To Curb Underage E‑bikes▸Aug 12 - City pushes Lyft to demand ID for Citi Bike e-bikes. No license, no ride. Kids blocked. Officials claim safety. But new barriers rise. Fewer riders. Streets lose strength in numbers. Risk shifts. Equity suffers.
"Brannan warned that the current self-reported age system is 'a disaster waiting to happen,' especially amid a surge in e-bike crashes involving minors." -- Justin L. Brannan
On August 12, 2025, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro sent a letter to Lyft CEO David Risher, demanding 'appropriate age verification steps' for Citi Bike e-bike riders, like requiring a driver's license or permit. Council Member Justin Brannan also pressed Lyft to block under-16 users, calling the current system 'a disaster waiting to happen.' The request follows a recent speed cap on Citi Bike e-bikes. But safety analysts warn: license-based checks block youth and those without licenses, cut mode shift, and weaken street equity. Fewer riders mean less safety in numbers for all vulnerable road users.
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NYC asks Lyft to require ID for Citi Bike e-bikes to curb underage riders,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-12
9
Brannan Calls Coney Island Casino Plan Harmful to Street Safety▸Aug 9 - Coney Island casino plan means thousands more cars. Roads will clog. Parking will vanish. Environmental review shows danger for anyone not behind the wheel.
On August 9, 2025, an environmental impact assessment flagged the proposed Coney Island casino as a threat to street safety. The report, filed with the casino’s license bid, warns: 'The proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Reporter Kirstyn Brendlen covered the findings. No council members sponsored or voted, but the review shows the casino could bring thousands of cars daily. The safety analyst notes: increased car traffic and parking demand will heighten risks for pedestrians and cyclists, discourage active transportation, and undermine street safety and equity. The system tips toward drivers. The vulnerable pay the price.
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Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
1
Driver Hits Teen on Surf Avenue▸Aug 1 - A driver in a sedan hit a 16-year-old girl at Surf Ave and W 30 St. She suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Noon sun. Busy street.
A driver in a 2008 Nissan sedan hit a 16-year-old pedestrian at Surf Ave and W 30 St in Brooklyn at 12:15 p.m. The girl suffered a head contusion and was recorded as injured. According to the police report, the driver, a 65-year-old woman traveling east, struck her with the center front of the car. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver as the contributing factor. The sedan showed front-end damage. No other injuries were reported in the crash. The vehicle had New Hampshire registration, and the driver held a Florida license. The report did not list any other contributing factors.
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Genesis Crash on Ocean Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 31 - Genesis driver crashed on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue. Three inside were hurt. Teen driver had facial fractures. Two young passengers bled and bruised. Police listed Other Vehicular.
Three people were hurt in a crash on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was 18, male, with facial fractures and dislocation. A 17-year-old female passenger had facial bleeding. An 18-year-old female passenger suffered a leg contusion. According to the police report, the collision involved a Genesis sedan with center-front impact and left-front bumper damage. Travel direction was listed as north. Police recorded Other Vehicular as the contributing factor.
Sep 1 - A 30-year-old Segway rider was ejected after a frontal impact on Neptune Avenue at W 8th Street. He suffered an elbow and lower-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old man riding a Segway was ejected after a frontal impact on Neptune Avenue at W 8th Street. He suffered an elbow and lower-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report records one 'Other Motorized' operator traveling south. The Segway shows center-front damage and the point of impact is listed as center front end. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified" and records no specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. Police recorded no other people or vehicles involved; the rider was the sole injured party.
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Trailing SUV Rear-Ends Lead SUV on Surf Ave▸Aug 31 - A westbound SUV rear-ended another SUV at W 8 St and Surf Ave in Brooklyn. Four people — two drivers and two front-seat passengers — were injured, with whiplash and head and back complaints. Police recorded "Unsafe Speed."
Two westbound SUVs collided at W 8 St and Surf Ave when the driver of the trailing SUV struck the center back end of the lead SUV. Four people were injured: the two drivers and two front-seat passengers. Reported injuries include whiplash and complaints of head and back pain. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Unsafe Speed." Police also recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" on an occupant entry. Vehicle damage was center front end on the rear SUV and center back end on the lead SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured.
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Motorcycle strikes cyclist on Neptune▸Aug 29 - A westbound motorcycle hit a southbound cyclist turning left on Neptune Ave at Ocean Pkwy. The biker went down, clutching his arm. Sirens cut the heat. Distraction ruled the lane. The street spit them out and kept moving.
A westbound motorcycle and a southbound bicycle collided at Neptune Ave and Ocean Pkwy in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured with arm pain; the motorcyclist’s injuries were unspecified. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Both listed parties had inattention as a factor. The bicycle was turning left; the motorcycle was going straight. The crash damaged both front ends, marking a direct hit. The report lists the motorcyclist with helmet/other gear but notes no safety equipment for the cyclist; this follows the documented driver inattention contributing factors.
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Westbound Motorcycle and Sedan Collide; Motorcyclist Hurt▸Aug 27 - The drivers of a westbound motorcycle and a westbound sedan collided head‑on at Brighton Beach Ave and Brighton 7 St in Brooklyn. The 28‑year‑old motorcyclist suffered a lower‑leg fracture. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
The driver of a motorcycle and the driver of a sedan collided head‑on at Brighton Beach Ave and Brighton 7 St in Brooklyn. The motorcyclist, a 28‑year‑old man, suffered a lower‑leg fracture and was listed as injured in the report. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was recorded as the contributing factor for both drivers. Both vehicles were westbound and listed as going straight ahead before impact, with center‑front damage on each vehicle. The sedan carried one occupant; the motorcyclist was the only person listed as injured in the police data.
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SUV turns, strikes cyclist on Neptune▸Aug 27 - An SUV turned off Neptune and hit a man on a bike. The rider went down with a leg bruise. The Lexus showed right‑front damage. Police cite traffic control disregarded. A simple turn became a hit on W 5th.
A Lexus SUV making a right turn on Neptune Ave at W 5 St struck a 55-year-old man riding east on a bike. The cyclist was injured, with a knee and lower-leg contusion, and remained conscious. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded.” Driver errors listed include Traffic Control Disregarded. The SUV showed right-front bumper impact; the bike had front-end damage. The data lists the bicyclist’s safety equipment as None, noted after driver errors as recorded in the report.
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SUV driver turns into 14-year-old on motorized device▸Aug 27 - The driver of an SUV turned right and struck a 14-year-old operating a motorized device on Stillwell Ave. The teen fell and suffered a shoulder abrasion. Police recorded no other injuries.
A driver in a Honda SUV turned right and struck a 14-year-old operating a motorized device at Stillwell Ave and Bay 50 St in Brooklyn. The teen suffered an abrasion to the shoulder. According to the police report the SUV was "Making Right Turn" and the other vehicle was "Going Straight Ahead." The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." Police did not list a specific driver error. The SUV's point of impact was the right front bumper; the motorized device's point of impact was its right side doors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
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Driver in sedan clips 12-year-old cyclist▸Aug 26 - The driver of a 2024 Cadillac sedan traveling east on Brighton Beach Ave hit a 12-year-old boy riding north on a bicycle at Coney Island Ave. The child suffered a lower-leg injury. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield.
The driver of a 2024 Cadillac sedan traveling east on Brighton Beach Avenue struck a 12-year-old male bicyclist riding north at Coney Island Avenue. The impact was to the sedan's right-front quarter and the bike's center front. The child sustained a lower-leg injury and was listed with contusions. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The report identifies the motorist as a licensed adult female; no motorist injuries were recorded. Police recorded the driver errors as the defining causes of the crash.
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Sedan strikes northbound cyclist on Shell▸Aug 25 - A sedan cut across Shell Road and hit a northbound cyclist. Metal to leg. Rider down, ejected, in shock. The Nissan’s right front smashed his front wheel. Brooklyn traffic swallowed another person on a bike.
A Nissan sedan traveling east hit a northbound bicyclist at 2896 Shell Rd in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured, ejected, and in shock with lower‑leg trauma. According to the police report, contributing factors list Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion. The data show the car’s right front quarter panel struck the bike’s front end while both were going straight. The bicyclist was unlicensed, noted only as a status, not a cause. No driver errors were recorded by NYPD in this dataset, a silence that obscures responsibility in a car‑bike impact. The record notes the cyclist wore no safety equipment, after the system’s failure to name driver mistakes.
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SUV slams stopped taxi on Neptune▸Aug 18 - Eastbound SUV lost consciousness and hit a stopped taxi on Neptune Ave at W 19th. The cab’s rear crushed. Two passengers hurt. The SUV driver injured. Brooklyn street turns into a trap for the people inside.
An eastbound SUV struck the rear of a stopped taxi on Neptune Ave at W 19 St in Brooklyn. Two taxi passengers were injured with back pain, and the SUV driver was also injured. According to the police report, “contributing factors” included “Lost Consciousness” and “Illnes.” The data shows the SUV hit the taxi’s center back end while the taxi was stopped in traffic, indicating driver incapacitation before impact. Driver errors listed are Lost Consciousness and Illnes. Only after those factors does equipment appear in the data; belts were used by occupants. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured.
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Distracted SUV and Moped Collision Injures 23-Year-Old▸Aug 15 - A driver in an SUV hit a 23-year-old moped rider at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction twice. One driver was unlicensed.
A driver in a Station Wagon/SUV traveling east struck a 23-year-old moped driver at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" for both involved drivers. One vehicle is listed as a Standing S driven by an unlicensed driver. Both vehicles show center front-end impact. The report repeats driver inattention as the listed error and identifies the moped rider as the injured party.
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Driver's left turn hits pedestrian on Surf Ave▸Aug 12 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Surf Ave and struck a 31-year-old man at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion and was in shock. Police cited failure to yield by the driver.
A driver in a 2021 Toyota SUV made a left turn on Surf Ave at W 22 St and struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion, and was listed in shock. According to the police report, contributing factors include "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report lists the vehicle pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact and damage as the right front bumper, consistent with the driver’s left turn striking a person at the intersection.
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Brannan Backs Misguided ID Checks To Curb Underage E‑bikes▸Aug 12 - City pushes Lyft to demand ID for Citi Bike e-bikes. No license, no ride. Kids blocked. Officials claim safety. But new barriers rise. Fewer riders. Streets lose strength in numbers. Risk shifts. Equity suffers.
"Brannan warned that the current self-reported age system is 'a disaster waiting to happen,' especially amid a surge in e-bike crashes involving minors." -- Justin L. Brannan
On August 12, 2025, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro sent a letter to Lyft CEO David Risher, demanding 'appropriate age verification steps' for Citi Bike e-bike riders, like requiring a driver's license or permit. Council Member Justin Brannan also pressed Lyft to block under-16 users, calling the current system 'a disaster waiting to happen.' The request follows a recent speed cap on Citi Bike e-bikes. But safety analysts warn: license-based checks block youth and those without licenses, cut mode shift, and weaken street equity. Fewer riders mean less safety in numbers for all vulnerable road users.
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NYC asks Lyft to require ID for Citi Bike e-bikes to curb underage riders,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-12
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Brannan Calls Coney Island Casino Plan Harmful to Street Safety▸Aug 9 - Coney Island casino plan means thousands more cars. Roads will clog. Parking will vanish. Environmental review shows danger for anyone not behind the wheel.
On August 9, 2025, an environmental impact assessment flagged the proposed Coney Island casino as a threat to street safety. The report, filed with the casino’s license bid, warns: 'The proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Reporter Kirstyn Brendlen covered the findings. No council members sponsored or voted, but the review shows the casino could bring thousands of cars daily. The safety analyst notes: increased car traffic and parking demand will heighten risks for pedestrians and cyclists, discourage active transportation, and undermine street safety and equity. The system tips toward drivers. The vulnerable pay the price.
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Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
1
Driver Hits Teen on Surf Avenue▸Aug 1 - A driver in a sedan hit a 16-year-old girl at Surf Ave and W 30 St. She suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Noon sun. Busy street.
A driver in a 2008 Nissan sedan hit a 16-year-old pedestrian at Surf Ave and W 30 St in Brooklyn at 12:15 p.m. The girl suffered a head contusion and was recorded as injured. According to the police report, the driver, a 65-year-old woman traveling east, struck her with the center front of the car. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver as the contributing factor. The sedan showed front-end damage. No other injuries were reported in the crash. The vehicle had New Hampshire registration, and the driver held a Florida license. The report did not list any other contributing factors.
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Genesis Crash on Ocean Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 31 - Genesis driver crashed on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue. Three inside were hurt. Teen driver had facial fractures. Two young passengers bled and bruised. Police listed Other Vehicular.
Three people were hurt in a crash on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was 18, male, with facial fractures and dislocation. A 17-year-old female passenger had facial bleeding. An 18-year-old female passenger suffered a leg contusion. According to the police report, the collision involved a Genesis sedan with center-front impact and left-front bumper damage. Travel direction was listed as north. Police recorded Other Vehicular as the contributing factor.
Aug 31 - A westbound SUV rear-ended another SUV at W 8 St and Surf Ave in Brooklyn. Four people — two drivers and two front-seat passengers — were injured, with whiplash and head and back complaints. Police recorded "Unsafe Speed."
Two westbound SUVs collided at W 8 St and Surf Ave when the driver of the trailing SUV struck the center back end of the lead SUV. Four people were injured: the two drivers and two front-seat passengers. Reported injuries include whiplash and complaints of head and back pain. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Unsafe Speed." Police also recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" on an occupant entry. Vehicle damage was center front end on the rear SUV and center back end on the lead SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured.
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Motorcycle strikes cyclist on Neptune▸Aug 29 - A westbound motorcycle hit a southbound cyclist turning left on Neptune Ave at Ocean Pkwy. The biker went down, clutching his arm. Sirens cut the heat. Distraction ruled the lane. The street spit them out and kept moving.
A westbound motorcycle and a southbound bicycle collided at Neptune Ave and Ocean Pkwy in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured with arm pain; the motorcyclist’s injuries were unspecified. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Both listed parties had inattention as a factor. The bicycle was turning left; the motorcycle was going straight. The crash damaged both front ends, marking a direct hit. The report lists the motorcyclist with helmet/other gear but notes no safety equipment for the cyclist; this follows the documented driver inattention contributing factors.
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Westbound Motorcycle and Sedan Collide; Motorcyclist Hurt▸Aug 27 - The drivers of a westbound motorcycle and a westbound sedan collided head‑on at Brighton Beach Ave and Brighton 7 St in Brooklyn. The 28‑year‑old motorcyclist suffered a lower‑leg fracture. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
The driver of a motorcycle and the driver of a sedan collided head‑on at Brighton Beach Ave and Brighton 7 St in Brooklyn. The motorcyclist, a 28‑year‑old man, suffered a lower‑leg fracture and was listed as injured in the report. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was recorded as the contributing factor for both drivers. Both vehicles were westbound and listed as going straight ahead before impact, with center‑front damage on each vehicle. The sedan carried one occupant; the motorcyclist was the only person listed as injured in the police data.
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SUV turns, strikes cyclist on Neptune▸Aug 27 - An SUV turned off Neptune and hit a man on a bike. The rider went down with a leg bruise. The Lexus showed right‑front damage. Police cite traffic control disregarded. A simple turn became a hit on W 5th.
A Lexus SUV making a right turn on Neptune Ave at W 5 St struck a 55-year-old man riding east on a bike. The cyclist was injured, with a knee and lower-leg contusion, and remained conscious. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded.” Driver errors listed include Traffic Control Disregarded. The SUV showed right-front bumper impact; the bike had front-end damage. The data lists the bicyclist’s safety equipment as None, noted after driver errors as recorded in the report.
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SUV driver turns into 14-year-old on motorized device▸Aug 27 - The driver of an SUV turned right and struck a 14-year-old operating a motorized device on Stillwell Ave. The teen fell and suffered a shoulder abrasion. Police recorded no other injuries.
A driver in a Honda SUV turned right and struck a 14-year-old operating a motorized device at Stillwell Ave and Bay 50 St in Brooklyn. The teen suffered an abrasion to the shoulder. According to the police report the SUV was "Making Right Turn" and the other vehicle was "Going Straight Ahead." The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." Police did not list a specific driver error. The SUV's point of impact was the right front bumper; the motorized device's point of impact was its right side doors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
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Driver in sedan clips 12-year-old cyclist▸Aug 26 - The driver of a 2024 Cadillac sedan traveling east on Brighton Beach Ave hit a 12-year-old boy riding north on a bicycle at Coney Island Ave. The child suffered a lower-leg injury. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield.
The driver of a 2024 Cadillac sedan traveling east on Brighton Beach Avenue struck a 12-year-old male bicyclist riding north at Coney Island Avenue. The impact was to the sedan's right-front quarter and the bike's center front. The child sustained a lower-leg injury and was listed with contusions. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The report identifies the motorist as a licensed adult female; no motorist injuries were recorded. Police recorded the driver errors as the defining causes of the crash.
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Sedan strikes northbound cyclist on Shell▸Aug 25 - A sedan cut across Shell Road and hit a northbound cyclist. Metal to leg. Rider down, ejected, in shock. The Nissan’s right front smashed his front wheel. Brooklyn traffic swallowed another person on a bike.
A Nissan sedan traveling east hit a northbound bicyclist at 2896 Shell Rd in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured, ejected, and in shock with lower‑leg trauma. According to the police report, contributing factors list Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion. The data show the car’s right front quarter panel struck the bike’s front end while both were going straight. The bicyclist was unlicensed, noted only as a status, not a cause. No driver errors were recorded by NYPD in this dataset, a silence that obscures responsibility in a car‑bike impact. The record notes the cyclist wore no safety equipment, after the system’s failure to name driver mistakes.
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SUV slams stopped taxi on Neptune▸Aug 18 - Eastbound SUV lost consciousness and hit a stopped taxi on Neptune Ave at W 19th. The cab’s rear crushed. Two passengers hurt. The SUV driver injured. Brooklyn street turns into a trap for the people inside.
An eastbound SUV struck the rear of a stopped taxi on Neptune Ave at W 19 St in Brooklyn. Two taxi passengers were injured with back pain, and the SUV driver was also injured. According to the police report, “contributing factors” included “Lost Consciousness” and “Illnes.” The data shows the SUV hit the taxi’s center back end while the taxi was stopped in traffic, indicating driver incapacitation before impact. Driver errors listed are Lost Consciousness and Illnes. Only after those factors does equipment appear in the data; belts were used by occupants. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured.
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Distracted SUV and Moped Collision Injures 23-Year-Old▸Aug 15 - A driver in an SUV hit a 23-year-old moped rider at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction twice. One driver was unlicensed.
A driver in a Station Wagon/SUV traveling east struck a 23-year-old moped driver at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" for both involved drivers. One vehicle is listed as a Standing S driven by an unlicensed driver. Both vehicles show center front-end impact. The report repeats driver inattention as the listed error and identifies the moped rider as the injured party.
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Driver's left turn hits pedestrian on Surf Ave▸Aug 12 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Surf Ave and struck a 31-year-old man at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion and was in shock. Police cited failure to yield by the driver.
A driver in a 2021 Toyota SUV made a left turn on Surf Ave at W 22 St and struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion, and was listed in shock. According to the police report, contributing factors include "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report lists the vehicle pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact and damage as the right front bumper, consistent with the driver’s left turn striking a person at the intersection.
12
Brannan Backs Misguided ID Checks To Curb Underage E‑bikes▸Aug 12 - City pushes Lyft to demand ID for Citi Bike e-bikes. No license, no ride. Kids blocked. Officials claim safety. But new barriers rise. Fewer riders. Streets lose strength in numbers. Risk shifts. Equity suffers.
"Brannan warned that the current self-reported age system is 'a disaster waiting to happen,' especially amid a surge in e-bike crashes involving minors." -- Justin L. Brannan
On August 12, 2025, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro sent a letter to Lyft CEO David Risher, demanding 'appropriate age verification steps' for Citi Bike e-bike riders, like requiring a driver's license or permit. Council Member Justin Brannan also pressed Lyft to block under-16 users, calling the current system 'a disaster waiting to happen.' The request follows a recent speed cap on Citi Bike e-bikes. But safety analysts warn: license-based checks block youth and those without licenses, cut mode shift, and weaken street equity. Fewer riders mean less safety in numbers for all vulnerable road users.
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NYC asks Lyft to require ID for Citi Bike e-bikes to curb underage riders,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-12
9
Brannan Calls Coney Island Casino Plan Harmful to Street Safety▸Aug 9 - Coney Island casino plan means thousands more cars. Roads will clog. Parking will vanish. Environmental review shows danger for anyone not behind the wheel.
On August 9, 2025, an environmental impact assessment flagged the proposed Coney Island casino as a threat to street safety. The report, filed with the casino’s license bid, warns: 'The proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Reporter Kirstyn Brendlen covered the findings. No council members sponsored or voted, but the review shows the casino could bring thousands of cars daily. The safety analyst notes: increased car traffic and parking demand will heighten risks for pedestrians and cyclists, discourage active transportation, and undermine street safety and equity. The system tips toward drivers. The vulnerable pay the price.
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Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
1
Driver Hits Teen on Surf Avenue▸Aug 1 - A driver in a sedan hit a 16-year-old girl at Surf Ave and W 30 St. She suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Noon sun. Busy street.
A driver in a 2008 Nissan sedan hit a 16-year-old pedestrian at Surf Ave and W 30 St in Brooklyn at 12:15 p.m. The girl suffered a head contusion and was recorded as injured. According to the police report, the driver, a 65-year-old woman traveling east, struck her with the center front of the car. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver as the contributing factor. The sedan showed front-end damage. No other injuries were reported in the crash. The vehicle had New Hampshire registration, and the driver held a Florida license. The report did not list any other contributing factors.
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Genesis Crash on Ocean Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 31 - Genesis driver crashed on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue. Three inside were hurt. Teen driver had facial fractures. Two young passengers bled and bruised. Police listed Other Vehicular.
Three people were hurt in a crash on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was 18, male, with facial fractures and dislocation. A 17-year-old female passenger had facial bleeding. An 18-year-old female passenger suffered a leg contusion. According to the police report, the collision involved a Genesis sedan with center-front impact and left-front bumper damage. Travel direction was listed as north. Police recorded Other Vehicular as the contributing factor.
Aug 29 - A westbound motorcycle hit a southbound cyclist turning left on Neptune Ave at Ocean Pkwy. The biker went down, clutching his arm. Sirens cut the heat. Distraction ruled the lane. The street spit them out and kept moving.
A westbound motorcycle and a southbound bicycle collided at Neptune Ave and Ocean Pkwy in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured with arm pain; the motorcyclist’s injuries were unspecified. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Both listed parties had inattention as a factor. The bicycle was turning left; the motorcycle was going straight. The crash damaged both front ends, marking a direct hit. The report lists the motorcyclist with helmet/other gear but notes no safety equipment for the cyclist; this follows the documented driver inattention contributing factors.
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Westbound Motorcycle and Sedan Collide; Motorcyclist Hurt▸Aug 27 - The drivers of a westbound motorcycle and a westbound sedan collided head‑on at Brighton Beach Ave and Brighton 7 St in Brooklyn. The 28‑year‑old motorcyclist suffered a lower‑leg fracture. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
The driver of a motorcycle and the driver of a sedan collided head‑on at Brighton Beach Ave and Brighton 7 St in Brooklyn. The motorcyclist, a 28‑year‑old man, suffered a lower‑leg fracture and was listed as injured in the report. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was recorded as the contributing factor for both drivers. Both vehicles were westbound and listed as going straight ahead before impact, with center‑front damage on each vehicle. The sedan carried one occupant; the motorcyclist was the only person listed as injured in the police data.
27
SUV turns, strikes cyclist on Neptune▸Aug 27 - An SUV turned off Neptune and hit a man on a bike. The rider went down with a leg bruise. The Lexus showed right‑front damage. Police cite traffic control disregarded. A simple turn became a hit on W 5th.
A Lexus SUV making a right turn on Neptune Ave at W 5 St struck a 55-year-old man riding east on a bike. The cyclist was injured, with a knee and lower-leg contusion, and remained conscious. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded.” Driver errors listed include Traffic Control Disregarded. The SUV showed right-front bumper impact; the bike had front-end damage. The data lists the bicyclist’s safety equipment as None, noted after driver errors as recorded in the report.
27
SUV driver turns into 14-year-old on motorized device▸Aug 27 - The driver of an SUV turned right and struck a 14-year-old operating a motorized device on Stillwell Ave. The teen fell and suffered a shoulder abrasion. Police recorded no other injuries.
A driver in a Honda SUV turned right and struck a 14-year-old operating a motorized device at Stillwell Ave and Bay 50 St in Brooklyn. The teen suffered an abrasion to the shoulder. According to the police report the SUV was "Making Right Turn" and the other vehicle was "Going Straight Ahead." The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." Police did not list a specific driver error. The SUV's point of impact was the right front bumper; the motorized device's point of impact was its right side doors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
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Driver in sedan clips 12-year-old cyclist▸Aug 26 - The driver of a 2024 Cadillac sedan traveling east on Brighton Beach Ave hit a 12-year-old boy riding north on a bicycle at Coney Island Ave. The child suffered a lower-leg injury. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield.
The driver of a 2024 Cadillac sedan traveling east on Brighton Beach Avenue struck a 12-year-old male bicyclist riding north at Coney Island Avenue. The impact was to the sedan's right-front quarter and the bike's center front. The child sustained a lower-leg injury and was listed with contusions. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The report identifies the motorist as a licensed adult female; no motorist injuries were recorded. Police recorded the driver errors as the defining causes of the crash.
25
Sedan strikes northbound cyclist on Shell▸Aug 25 - A sedan cut across Shell Road and hit a northbound cyclist. Metal to leg. Rider down, ejected, in shock. The Nissan’s right front smashed his front wheel. Brooklyn traffic swallowed another person on a bike.
A Nissan sedan traveling east hit a northbound bicyclist at 2896 Shell Rd in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured, ejected, and in shock with lower‑leg trauma. According to the police report, contributing factors list Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion. The data show the car’s right front quarter panel struck the bike’s front end while both were going straight. The bicyclist was unlicensed, noted only as a status, not a cause. No driver errors were recorded by NYPD in this dataset, a silence that obscures responsibility in a car‑bike impact. The record notes the cyclist wore no safety equipment, after the system’s failure to name driver mistakes.
18
SUV slams stopped taxi on Neptune▸Aug 18 - Eastbound SUV lost consciousness and hit a stopped taxi on Neptune Ave at W 19th. The cab’s rear crushed. Two passengers hurt. The SUV driver injured. Brooklyn street turns into a trap for the people inside.
An eastbound SUV struck the rear of a stopped taxi on Neptune Ave at W 19 St in Brooklyn. Two taxi passengers were injured with back pain, and the SUV driver was also injured. According to the police report, “contributing factors” included “Lost Consciousness” and “Illnes.” The data shows the SUV hit the taxi’s center back end while the taxi was stopped in traffic, indicating driver incapacitation before impact. Driver errors listed are Lost Consciousness and Illnes. Only after those factors does equipment appear in the data; belts were used by occupants. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured.
15
Distracted SUV and Moped Collision Injures 23-Year-Old▸Aug 15 - A driver in an SUV hit a 23-year-old moped rider at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction twice. One driver was unlicensed.
A driver in a Station Wagon/SUV traveling east struck a 23-year-old moped driver at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" for both involved drivers. One vehicle is listed as a Standing S driven by an unlicensed driver. Both vehicles show center front-end impact. The report repeats driver inattention as the listed error and identifies the moped rider as the injured party.
12
Driver's left turn hits pedestrian on Surf Ave▸Aug 12 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Surf Ave and struck a 31-year-old man at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion and was in shock. Police cited failure to yield by the driver.
A driver in a 2021 Toyota SUV made a left turn on Surf Ave at W 22 St and struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion, and was listed in shock. According to the police report, contributing factors include "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report lists the vehicle pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact and damage as the right front bumper, consistent with the driver’s left turn striking a person at the intersection.
12
Brannan Backs Misguided ID Checks To Curb Underage E‑bikes▸Aug 12 - City pushes Lyft to demand ID for Citi Bike e-bikes. No license, no ride. Kids blocked. Officials claim safety. But new barriers rise. Fewer riders. Streets lose strength in numbers. Risk shifts. Equity suffers.
"Brannan warned that the current self-reported age system is 'a disaster waiting to happen,' especially amid a surge in e-bike crashes involving minors." -- Justin L. Brannan
On August 12, 2025, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro sent a letter to Lyft CEO David Risher, demanding 'appropriate age verification steps' for Citi Bike e-bike riders, like requiring a driver's license or permit. Council Member Justin Brannan also pressed Lyft to block under-16 users, calling the current system 'a disaster waiting to happen.' The request follows a recent speed cap on Citi Bike e-bikes. But safety analysts warn: license-based checks block youth and those without licenses, cut mode shift, and weaken street equity. Fewer riders mean less safety in numbers for all vulnerable road users.
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NYC asks Lyft to require ID for Citi Bike e-bikes to curb underage riders,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-12
9
Brannan Calls Coney Island Casino Plan Harmful to Street Safety▸Aug 9 - Coney Island casino plan means thousands more cars. Roads will clog. Parking will vanish. Environmental review shows danger for anyone not behind the wheel.
On August 9, 2025, an environmental impact assessment flagged the proposed Coney Island casino as a threat to street safety. The report, filed with the casino’s license bid, warns: 'The proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Reporter Kirstyn Brendlen covered the findings. No council members sponsored or voted, but the review shows the casino could bring thousands of cars daily. The safety analyst notes: increased car traffic and parking demand will heighten risks for pedestrians and cyclists, discourage active transportation, and undermine street safety and equity. The system tips toward drivers. The vulnerable pay the price.
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Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
1
Driver Hits Teen on Surf Avenue▸Aug 1 - A driver in a sedan hit a 16-year-old girl at Surf Ave and W 30 St. She suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Noon sun. Busy street.
A driver in a 2008 Nissan sedan hit a 16-year-old pedestrian at Surf Ave and W 30 St in Brooklyn at 12:15 p.m. The girl suffered a head contusion and was recorded as injured. According to the police report, the driver, a 65-year-old woman traveling east, struck her with the center front of the car. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver as the contributing factor. The sedan showed front-end damage. No other injuries were reported in the crash. The vehicle had New Hampshire registration, and the driver held a Florida license. The report did not list any other contributing factors.
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Genesis Crash on Ocean Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 31 - Genesis driver crashed on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue. Three inside were hurt. Teen driver had facial fractures. Two young passengers bled and bruised. Police listed Other Vehicular.
Three people were hurt in a crash on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was 18, male, with facial fractures and dislocation. A 17-year-old female passenger had facial bleeding. An 18-year-old female passenger suffered a leg contusion. According to the police report, the collision involved a Genesis sedan with center-front impact and left-front bumper damage. Travel direction was listed as north. Police recorded Other Vehicular as the contributing factor.
Aug 27 - The drivers of a westbound motorcycle and a westbound sedan collided head‑on at Brighton Beach Ave and Brighton 7 St in Brooklyn. The 28‑year‑old motorcyclist suffered a lower‑leg fracture. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
The driver of a motorcycle and the driver of a sedan collided head‑on at Brighton Beach Ave and Brighton 7 St in Brooklyn. The motorcyclist, a 28‑year‑old man, suffered a lower‑leg fracture and was listed as injured in the report. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was recorded as the contributing factor for both drivers. Both vehicles were westbound and listed as going straight ahead before impact, with center‑front damage on each vehicle. The sedan carried one occupant; the motorcyclist was the only person listed as injured in the police data.
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SUV turns, strikes cyclist on Neptune▸Aug 27 - An SUV turned off Neptune and hit a man on a bike. The rider went down with a leg bruise. The Lexus showed right‑front damage. Police cite traffic control disregarded. A simple turn became a hit on W 5th.
A Lexus SUV making a right turn on Neptune Ave at W 5 St struck a 55-year-old man riding east on a bike. The cyclist was injured, with a knee and lower-leg contusion, and remained conscious. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded.” Driver errors listed include Traffic Control Disregarded. The SUV showed right-front bumper impact; the bike had front-end damage. The data lists the bicyclist’s safety equipment as None, noted after driver errors as recorded in the report.
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SUV driver turns into 14-year-old on motorized device▸Aug 27 - The driver of an SUV turned right and struck a 14-year-old operating a motorized device on Stillwell Ave. The teen fell and suffered a shoulder abrasion. Police recorded no other injuries.
A driver in a Honda SUV turned right and struck a 14-year-old operating a motorized device at Stillwell Ave and Bay 50 St in Brooklyn. The teen suffered an abrasion to the shoulder. According to the police report the SUV was "Making Right Turn" and the other vehicle was "Going Straight Ahead." The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." Police did not list a specific driver error. The SUV's point of impact was the right front bumper; the motorized device's point of impact was its right side doors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
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Driver in sedan clips 12-year-old cyclist▸Aug 26 - The driver of a 2024 Cadillac sedan traveling east on Brighton Beach Ave hit a 12-year-old boy riding north on a bicycle at Coney Island Ave. The child suffered a lower-leg injury. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield.
The driver of a 2024 Cadillac sedan traveling east on Brighton Beach Avenue struck a 12-year-old male bicyclist riding north at Coney Island Avenue. The impact was to the sedan's right-front quarter and the bike's center front. The child sustained a lower-leg injury and was listed with contusions. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The report identifies the motorist as a licensed adult female; no motorist injuries were recorded. Police recorded the driver errors as the defining causes of the crash.
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Sedan strikes northbound cyclist on Shell▸Aug 25 - A sedan cut across Shell Road and hit a northbound cyclist. Metal to leg. Rider down, ejected, in shock. The Nissan’s right front smashed his front wheel. Brooklyn traffic swallowed another person on a bike.
A Nissan sedan traveling east hit a northbound bicyclist at 2896 Shell Rd in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured, ejected, and in shock with lower‑leg trauma. According to the police report, contributing factors list Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion. The data show the car’s right front quarter panel struck the bike’s front end while both were going straight. The bicyclist was unlicensed, noted only as a status, not a cause. No driver errors were recorded by NYPD in this dataset, a silence that obscures responsibility in a car‑bike impact. The record notes the cyclist wore no safety equipment, after the system’s failure to name driver mistakes.
18
SUV slams stopped taxi on Neptune▸Aug 18 - Eastbound SUV lost consciousness and hit a stopped taxi on Neptune Ave at W 19th. The cab’s rear crushed. Two passengers hurt. The SUV driver injured. Brooklyn street turns into a trap for the people inside.
An eastbound SUV struck the rear of a stopped taxi on Neptune Ave at W 19 St in Brooklyn. Two taxi passengers were injured with back pain, and the SUV driver was also injured. According to the police report, “contributing factors” included “Lost Consciousness” and “Illnes.” The data shows the SUV hit the taxi’s center back end while the taxi was stopped in traffic, indicating driver incapacitation before impact. Driver errors listed are Lost Consciousness and Illnes. Only after those factors does equipment appear in the data; belts were used by occupants. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured.
15
Distracted SUV and Moped Collision Injures 23-Year-Old▸Aug 15 - A driver in an SUV hit a 23-year-old moped rider at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction twice. One driver was unlicensed.
A driver in a Station Wagon/SUV traveling east struck a 23-year-old moped driver at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" for both involved drivers. One vehicle is listed as a Standing S driven by an unlicensed driver. Both vehicles show center front-end impact. The report repeats driver inattention as the listed error and identifies the moped rider as the injured party.
12
Driver's left turn hits pedestrian on Surf Ave▸Aug 12 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Surf Ave and struck a 31-year-old man at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion and was in shock. Police cited failure to yield by the driver.
A driver in a 2021 Toyota SUV made a left turn on Surf Ave at W 22 St and struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion, and was listed in shock. According to the police report, contributing factors include "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report lists the vehicle pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact and damage as the right front bumper, consistent with the driver’s left turn striking a person at the intersection.
12
Brannan Backs Misguided ID Checks To Curb Underage E‑bikes▸Aug 12 - City pushes Lyft to demand ID for Citi Bike e-bikes. No license, no ride. Kids blocked. Officials claim safety. But new barriers rise. Fewer riders. Streets lose strength in numbers. Risk shifts. Equity suffers.
"Brannan warned that the current self-reported age system is 'a disaster waiting to happen,' especially amid a surge in e-bike crashes involving minors." -- Justin L. Brannan
On August 12, 2025, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro sent a letter to Lyft CEO David Risher, demanding 'appropriate age verification steps' for Citi Bike e-bike riders, like requiring a driver's license or permit. Council Member Justin Brannan also pressed Lyft to block under-16 users, calling the current system 'a disaster waiting to happen.' The request follows a recent speed cap on Citi Bike e-bikes. But safety analysts warn: license-based checks block youth and those without licenses, cut mode shift, and weaken street equity. Fewer riders mean less safety in numbers for all vulnerable road users.
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NYC asks Lyft to require ID for Citi Bike e-bikes to curb underage riders,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-12
9
Brannan Calls Coney Island Casino Plan Harmful to Street Safety▸Aug 9 - Coney Island casino plan means thousands more cars. Roads will clog. Parking will vanish. Environmental review shows danger for anyone not behind the wheel.
On August 9, 2025, an environmental impact assessment flagged the proposed Coney Island casino as a threat to street safety. The report, filed with the casino’s license bid, warns: 'The proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Reporter Kirstyn Brendlen covered the findings. No council members sponsored or voted, but the review shows the casino could bring thousands of cars daily. The safety analyst notes: increased car traffic and parking demand will heighten risks for pedestrians and cyclists, discourage active transportation, and undermine street safety and equity. The system tips toward drivers. The vulnerable pay the price.
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Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
1
Driver Hits Teen on Surf Avenue▸Aug 1 - A driver in a sedan hit a 16-year-old girl at Surf Ave and W 30 St. She suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Noon sun. Busy street.
A driver in a 2008 Nissan sedan hit a 16-year-old pedestrian at Surf Ave and W 30 St in Brooklyn at 12:15 p.m. The girl suffered a head contusion and was recorded as injured. According to the police report, the driver, a 65-year-old woman traveling east, struck her with the center front of the car. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver as the contributing factor. The sedan showed front-end damage. No other injuries were reported in the crash. The vehicle had New Hampshire registration, and the driver held a Florida license. The report did not list any other contributing factors.
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Genesis Crash on Ocean Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 31 - Genesis driver crashed on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue. Three inside were hurt. Teen driver had facial fractures. Two young passengers bled and bruised. Police listed Other Vehicular.
Three people were hurt in a crash on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was 18, male, with facial fractures and dislocation. A 17-year-old female passenger had facial bleeding. An 18-year-old female passenger suffered a leg contusion. According to the police report, the collision involved a Genesis sedan with center-front impact and left-front bumper damage. Travel direction was listed as north. Police recorded Other Vehicular as the contributing factor.
Aug 27 - An SUV turned off Neptune and hit a man on a bike. The rider went down with a leg bruise. The Lexus showed right‑front damage. Police cite traffic control disregarded. A simple turn became a hit on W 5th.
A Lexus SUV making a right turn on Neptune Ave at W 5 St struck a 55-year-old man riding east on a bike. The cyclist was injured, with a knee and lower-leg contusion, and remained conscious. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded.” Driver errors listed include Traffic Control Disregarded. The SUV showed right-front bumper impact; the bike had front-end damage. The data lists the bicyclist’s safety equipment as None, noted after driver errors as recorded in the report.
27
SUV driver turns into 14-year-old on motorized device▸Aug 27 - The driver of an SUV turned right and struck a 14-year-old operating a motorized device on Stillwell Ave. The teen fell and suffered a shoulder abrasion. Police recorded no other injuries.
A driver in a Honda SUV turned right and struck a 14-year-old operating a motorized device at Stillwell Ave and Bay 50 St in Brooklyn. The teen suffered an abrasion to the shoulder. According to the police report the SUV was "Making Right Turn" and the other vehicle was "Going Straight Ahead." The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." Police did not list a specific driver error. The SUV's point of impact was the right front bumper; the motorized device's point of impact was its right side doors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
26
Driver in sedan clips 12-year-old cyclist▸Aug 26 - The driver of a 2024 Cadillac sedan traveling east on Brighton Beach Ave hit a 12-year-old boy riding north on a bicycle at Coney Island Ave. The child suffered a lower-leg injury. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield.
The driver of a 2024 Cadillac sedan traveling east on Brighton Beach Avenue struck a 12-year-old male bicyclist riding north at Coney Island Avenue. The impact was to the sedan's right-front quarter and the bike's center front. The child sustained a lower-leg injury and was listed with contusions. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The report identifies the motorist as a licensed adult female; no motorist injuries were recorded. Police recorded the driver errors as the defining causes of the crash.
25
Sedan strikes northbound cyclist on Shell▸Aug 25 - A sedan cut across Shell Road and hit a northbound cyclist. Metal to leg. Rider down, ejected, in shock. The Nissan’s right front smashed his front wheel. Brooklyn traffic swallowed another person on a bike.
A Nissan sedan traveling east hit a northbound bicyclist at 2896 Shell Rd in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured, ejected, and in shock with lower‑leg trauma. According to the police report, contributing factors list Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion. The data show the car’s right front quarter panel struck the bike’s front end while both were going straight. The bicyclist was unlicensed, noted only as a status, not a cause. No driver errors were recorded by NYPD in this dataset, a silence that obscures responsibility in a car‑bike impact. The record notes the cyclist wore no safety equipment, after the system’s failure to name driver mistakes.
18
SUV slams stopped taxi on Neptune▸Aug 18 - Eastbound SUV lost consciousness and hit a stopped taxi on Neptune Ave at W 19th. The cab’s rear crushed. Two passengers hurt. The SUV driver injured. Brooklyn street turns into a trap for the people inside.
An eastbound SUV struck the rear of a stopped taxi on Neptune Ave at W 19 St in Brooklyn. Two taxi passengers were injured with back pain, and the SUV driver was also injured. According to the police report, “contributing factors” included “Lost Consciousness” and “Illnes.” The data shows the SUV hit the taxi’s center back end while the taxi was stopped in traffic, indicating driver incapacitation before impact. Driver errors listed are Lost Consciousness and Illnes. Only after those factors does equipment appear in the data; belts were used by occupants. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured.
15
Distracted SUV and Moped Collision Injures 23-Year-Old▸Aug 15 - A driver in an SUV hit a 23-year-old moped rider at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction twice. One driver was unlicensed.
A driver in a Station Wagon/SUV traveling east struck a 23-year-old moped driver at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" for both involved drivers. One vehicle is listed as a Standing S driven by an unlicensed driver. Both vehicles show center front-end impact. The report repeats driver inattention as the listed error and identifies the moped rider as the injured party.
12
Driver's left turn hits pedestrian on Surf Ave▸Aug 12 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Surf Ave and struck a 31-year-old man at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion and was in shock. Police cited failure to yield by the driver.
A driver in a 2021 Toyota SUV made a left turn on Surf Ave at W 22 St and struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion, and was listed in shock. According to the police report, contributing factors include "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report lists the vehicle pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact and damage as the right front bumper, consistent with the driver’s left turn striking a person at the intersection.
12
Brannan Backs Misguided ID Checks To Curb Underage E‑bikes▸Aug 12 - City pushes Lyft to demand ID for Citi Bike e-bikes. No license, no ride. Kids blocked. Officials claim safety. But new barriers rise. Fewer riders. Streets lose strength in numbers. Risk shifts. Equity suffers.
"Brannan warned that the current self-reported age system is 'a disaster waiting to happen,' especially amid a surge in e-bike crashes involving minors." -- Justin L. Brannan
On August 12, 2025, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro sent a letter to Lyft CEO David Risher, demanding 'appropriate age verification steps' for Citi Bike e-bike riders, like requiring a driver's license or permit. Council Member Justin Brannan also pressed Lyft to block under-16 users, calling the current system 'a disaster waiting to happen.' The request follows a recent speed cap on Citi Bike e-bikes. But safety analysts warn: license-based checks block youth and those without licenses, cut mode shift, and weaken street equity. Fewer riders mean less safety in numbers for all vulnerable road users.
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NYC asks Lyft to require ID for Citi Bike e-bikes to curb underage riders,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-12
9
Brannan Calls Coney Island Casino Plan Harmful to Street Safety▸Aug 9 - Coney Island casino plan means thousands more cars. Roads will clog. Parking will vanish. Environmental review shows danger for anyone not behind the wheel.
On August 9, 2025, an environmental impact assessment flagged the proposed Coney Island casino as a threat to street safety. The report, filed with the casino’s license bid, warns: 'The proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Reporter Kirstyn Brendlen covered the findings. No council members sponsored or voted, but the review shows the casino could bring thousands of cars daily. The safety analyst notes: increased car traffic and parking demand will heighten risks for pedestrians and cyclists, discourage active transportation, and undermine street safety and equity. The system tips toward drivers. The vulnerable pay the price.
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Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
1
Driver Hits Teen on Surf Avenue▸Aug 1 - A driver in a sedan hit a 16-year-old girl at Surf Ave and W 30 St. She suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Noon sun. Busy street.
A driver in a 2008 Nissan sedan hit a 16-year-old pedestrian at Surf Ave and W 30 St in Brooklyn at 12:15 p.m. The girl suffered a head contusion and was recorded as injured. According to the police report, the driver, a 65-year-old woman traveling east, struck her with the center front of the car. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver as the contributing factor. The sedan showed front-end damage. No other injuries were reported in the crash. The vehicle had New Hampshire registration, and the driver held a Florida license. The report did not list any other contributing factors.
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Genesis Crash on Ocean Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 31 - Genesis driver crashed on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue. Three inside were hurt. Teen driver had facial fractures. Two young passengers bled and bruised. Police listed Other Vehicular.
Three people were hurt in a crash on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was 18, male, with facial fractures and dislocation. A 17-year-old female passenger had facial bleeding. An 18-year-old female passenger suffered a leg contusion. According to the police report, the collision involved a Genesis sedan with center-front impact and left-front bumper damage. Travel direction was listed as north. Police recorded Other Vehicular as the contributing factor.
Aug 27 - The driver of an SUV turned right and struck a 14-year-old operating a motorized device on Stillwell Ave. The teen fell and suffered a shoulder abrasion. Police recorded no other injuries.
A driver in a Honda SUV turned right and struck a 14-year-old operating a motorized device at Stillwell Ave and Bay 50 St in Brooklyn. The teen suffered an abrasion to the shoulder. According to the police report the SUV was "Making Right Turn" and the other vehicle was "Going Straight Ahead." The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." Police did not list a specific driver error. The SUV's point of impact was the right front bumper; the motorized device's point of impact was its right side doors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
26
Driver in sedan clips 12-year-old cyclist▸Aug 26 - The driver of a 2024 Cadillac sedan traveling east on Brighton Beach Ave hit a 12-year-old boy riding north on a bicycle at Coney Island Ave. The child suffered a lower-leg injury. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield.
The driver of a 2024 Cadillac sedan traveling east on Brighton Beach Avenue struck a 12-year-old male bicyclist riding north at Coney Island Avenue. The impact was to the sedan's right-front quarter and the bike's center front. The child sustained a lower-leg injury and was listed with contusions. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The report identifies the motorist as a licensed adult female; no motorist injuries were recorded. Police recorded the driver errors as the defining causes of the crash.
25
Sedan strikes northbound cyclist on Shell▸Aug 25 - A sedan cut across Shell Road and hit a northbound cyclist. Metal to leg. Rider down, ejected, in shock. The Nissan’s right front smashed his front wheel. Brooklyn traffic swallowed another person on a bike.
A Nissan sedan traveling east hit a northbound bicyclist at 2896 Shell Rd in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured, ejected, and in shock with lower‑leg trauma. According to the police report, contributing factors list Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion. The data show the car’s right front quarter panel struck the bike’s front end while both were going straight. The bicyclist was unlicensed, noted only as a status, not a cause. No driver errors were recorded by NYPD in this dataset, a silence that obscures responsibility in a car‑bike impact. The record notes the cyclist wore no safety equipment, after the system’s failure to name driver mistakes.
18
SUV slams stopped taxi on Neptune▸Aug 18 - Eastbound SUV lost consciousness and hit a stopped taxi on Neptune Ave at W 19th. The cab’s rear crushed. Two passengers hurt. The SUV driver injured. Brooklyn street turns into a trap for the people inside.
An eastbound SUV struck the rear of a stopped taxi on Neptune Ave at W 19 St in Brooklyn. Two taxi passengers were injured with back pain, and the SUV driver was also injured. According to the police report, “contributing factors” included “Lost Consciousness” and “Illnes.” The data shows the SUV hit the taxi’s center back end while the taxi was stopped in traffic, indicating driver incapacitation before impact. Driver errors listed are Lost Consciousness and Illnes. Only after those factors does equipment appear in the data; belts were used by occupants. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured.
15
Distracted SUV and Moped Collision Injures 23-Year-Old▸Aug 15 - A driver in an SUV hit a 23-year-old moped rider at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction twice. One driver was unlicensed.
A driver in a Station Wagon/SUV traveling east struck a 23-year-old moped driver at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" for both involved drivers. One vehicle is listed as a Standing S driven by an unlicensed driver. Both vehicles show center front-end impact. The report repeats driver inattention as the listed error and identifies the moped rider as the injured party.
12
Driver's left turn hits pedestrian on Surf Ave▸Aug 12 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Surf Ave and struck a 31-year-old man at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion and was in shock. Police cited failure to yield by the driver.
A driver in a 2021 Toyota SUV made a left turn on Surf Ave at W 22 St and struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion, and was listed in shock. According to the police report, contributing factors include "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report lists the vehicle pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact and damage as the right front bumper, consistent with the driver’s left turn striking a person at the intersection.
12
Brannan Backs Misguided ID Checks To Curb Underage E‑bikes▸Aug 12 - City pushes Lyft to demand ID for Citi Bike e-bikes. No license, no ride. Kids blocked. Officials claim safety. But new barriers rise. Fewer riders. Streets lose strength in numbers. Risk shifts. Equity suffers.
"Brannan warned that the current self-reported age system is 'a disaster waiting to happen,' especially amid a surge in e-bike crashes involving minors." -- Justin L. Brannan
On August 12, 2025, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro sent a letter to Lyft CEO David Risher, demanding 'appropriate age verification steps' for Citi Bike e-bike riders, like requiring a driver's license or permit. Council Member Justin Brannan also pressed Lyft to block under-16 users, calling the current system 'a disaster waiting to happen.' The request follows a recent speed cap on Citi Bike e-bikes. But safety analysts warn: license-based checks block youth and those without licenses, cut mode shift, and weaken street equity. Fewer riders mean less safety in numbers for all vulnerable road users.
-
NYC asks Lyft to require ID for Citi Bike e-bikes to curb underage riders,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-12
9
Brannan Calls Coney Island Casino Plan Harmful to Street Safety▸Aug 9 - Coney Island casino plan means thousands more cars. Roads will clog. Parking will vanish. Environmental review shows danger for anyone not behind the wheel.
On August 9, 2025, an environmental impact assessment flagged the proposed Coney Island casino as a threat to street safety. The report, filed with the casino’s license bid, warns: 'The proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Reporter Kirstyn Brendlen covered the findings. No council members sponsored or voted, but the review shows the casino could bring thousands of cars daily. The safety analyst notes: increased car traffic and parking demand will heighten risks for pedestrians and cyclists, discourage active transportation, and undermine street safety and equity. The system tips toward drivers. The vulnerable pay the price.
-
Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
1
Driver Hits Teen on Surf Avenue▸Aug 1 - A driver in a sedan hit a 16-year-old girl at Surf Ave and W 30 St. She suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Noon sun. Busy street.
A driver in a 2008 Nissan sedan hit a 16-year-old pedestrian at Surf Ave and W 30 St in Brooklyn at 12:15 p.m. The girl suffered a head contusion and was recorded as injured. According to the police report, the driver, a 65-year-old woman traveling east, struck her with the center front of the car. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver as the contributing factor. The sedan showed front-end damage. No other injuries were reported in the crash. The vehicle had New Hampshire registration, and the driver held a Florida license. The report did not list any other contributing factors.
31
Genesis Crash on Ocean Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 31 - Genesis driver crashed on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue. Three inside were hurt. Teen driver had facial fractures. Two young passengers bled and bruised. Police listed Other Vehicular.
Three people were hurt in a crash on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was 18, male, with facial fractures and dislocation. A 17-year-old female passenger had facial bleeding. An 18-year-old female passenger suffered a leg contusion. According to the police report, the collision involved a Genesis sedan with center-front impact and left-front bumper damage. Travel direction was listed as north. Police recorded Other Vehicular as the contributing factor.
Aug 26 - The driver of a 2024 Cadillac sedan traveling east on Brighton Beach Ave hit a 12-year-old boy riding north on a bicycle at Coney Island Ave. The child suffered a lower-leg injury. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield.
The driver of a 2024 Cadillac sedan traveling east on Brighton Beach Avenue struck a 12-year-old male bicyclist riding north at Coney Island Avenue. The impact was to the sedan's right-front quarter and the bike's center front. The child sustained a lower-leg injury and was listed with contusions. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The report identifies the motorist as a licensed adult female; no motorist injuries were recorded. Police recorded the driver errors as the defining causes of the crash.
25
Sedan strikes northbound cyclist on Shell▸Aug 25 - A sedan cut across Shell Road and hit a northbound cyclist. Metal to leg. Rider down, ejected, in shock. The Nissan’s right front smashed his front wheel. Brooklyn traffic swallowed another person on a bike.
A Nissan sedan traveling east hit a northbound bicyclist at 2896 Shell Rd in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured, ejected, and in shock with lower‑leg trauma. According to the police report, contributing factors list Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion. The data show the car’s right front quarter panel struck the bike’s front end while both were going straight. The bicyclist was unlicensed, noted only as a status, not a cause. No driver errors were recorded by NYPD in this dataset, a silence that obscures responsibility in a car‑bike impact. The record notes the cyclist wore no safety equipment, after the system’s failure to name driver mistakes.
18
SUV slams stopped taxi on Neptune▸Aug 18 - Eastbound SUV lost consciousness and hit a stopped taxi on Neptune Ave at W 19th. The cab’s rear crushed. Two passengers hurt. The SUV driver injured. Brooklyn street turns into a trap for the people inside.
An eastbound SUV struck the rear of a stopped taxi on Neptune Ave at W 19 St in Brooklyn. Two taxi passengers were injured with back pain, and the SUV driver was also injured. According to the police report, “contributing factors” included “Lost Consciousness” and “Illnes.” The data shows the SUV hit the taxi’s center back end while the taxi was stopped in traffic, indicating driver incapacitation before impact. Driver errors listed are Lost Consciousness and Illnes. Only after those factors does equipment appear in the data; belts were used by occupants. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured.
15
Distracted SUV and Moped Collision Injures 23-Year-Old▸Aug 15 - A driver in an SUV hit a 23-year-old moped rider at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction twice. One driver was unlicensed.
A driver in a Station Wagon/SUV traveling east struck a 23-year-old moped driver at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" for both involved drivers. One vehicle is listed as a Standing S driven by an unlicensed driver. Both vehicles show center front-end impact. The report repeats driver inattention as the listed error and identifies the moped rider as the injured party.
12
Driver's left turn hits pedestrian on Surf Ave▸Aug 12 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Surf Ave and struck a 31-year-old man at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion and was in shock. Police cited failure to yield by the driver.
A driver in a 2021 Toyota SUV made a left turn on Surf Ave at W 22 St and struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion, and was listed in shock. According to the police report, contributing factors include "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report lists the vehicle pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact and damage as the right front bumper, consistent with the driver’s left turn striking a person at the intersection.
12
Brannan Backs Misguided ID Checks To Curb Underage E‑bikes▸Aug 12 - City pushes Lyft to demand ID for Citi Bike e-bikes. No license, no ride. Kids blocked. Officials claim safety. But new barriers rise. Fewer riders. Streets lose strength in numbers. Risk shifts. Equity suffers.
"Brannan warned that the current self-reported age system is 'a disaster waiting to happen,' especially amid a surge in e-bike crashes involving minors." -- Justin L. Brannan
On August 12, 2025, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro sent a letter to Lyft CEO David Risher, demanding 'appropriate age verification steps' for Citi Bike e-bike riders, like requiring a driver's license or permit. Council Member Justin Brannan also pressed Lyft to block under-16 users, calling the current system 'a disaster waiting to happen.' The request follows a recent speed cap on Citi Bike e-bikes. But safety analysts warn: license-based checks block youth and those without licenses, cut mode shift, and weaken street equity. Fewer riders mean less safety in numbers for all vulnerable road users.
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NYC asks Lyft to require ID for Citi Bike e-bikes to curb underage riders,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-12
9
Brannan Calls Coney Island Casino Plan Harmful to Street Safety▸Aug 9 - Coney Island casino plan means thousands more cars. Roads will clog. Parking will vanish. Environmental review shows danger for anyone not behind the wheel.
On August 9, 2025, an environmental impact assessment flagged the proposed Coney Island casino as a threat to street safety. The report, filed with the casino’s license bid, warns: 'The proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Reporter Kirstyn Brendlen covered the findings. No council members sponsored or voted, but the review shows the casino could bring thousands of cars daily. The safety analyst notes: increased car traffic and parking demand will heighten risks for pedestrians and cyclists, discourage active transportation, and undermine street safety and equity. The system tips toward drivers. The vulnerable pay the price.
-
Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
1
Driver Hits Teen on Surf Avenue▸Aug 1 - A driver in a sedan hit a 16-year-old girl at Surf Ave and W 30 St. She suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Noon sun. Busy street.
A driver in a 2008 Nissan sedan hit a 16-year-old pedestrian at Surf Ave and W 30 St in Brooklyn at 12:15 p.m. The girl suffered a head contusion and was recorded as injured. According to the police report, the driver, a 65-year-old woman traveling east, struck her with the center front of the car. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver as the contributing factor. The sedan showed front-end damage. No other injuries were reported in the crash. The vehicle had New Hampshire registration, and the driver held a Florida license. The report did not list any other contributing factors.
31
Genesis Crash on Ocean Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 31 - Genesis driver crashed on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue. Three inside were hurt. Teen driver had facial fractures. Two young passengers bled and bruised. Police listed Other Vehicular.
Three people were hurt in a crash on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was 18, male, with facial fractures and dislocation. A 17-year-old female passenger had facial bleeding. An 18-year-old female passenger suffered a leg contusion. According to the police report, the collision involved a Genesis sedan with center-front impact and left-front bumper damage. Travel direction was listed as north. Police recorded Other Vehicular as the contributing factor.
Aug 25 - A sedan cut across Shell Road and hit a northbound cyclist. Metal to leg. Rider down, ejected, in shock. The Nissan’s right front smashed his front wheel. Brooklyn traffic swallowed another person on a bike.
A Nissan sedan traveling east hit a northbound bicyclist at 2896 Shell Rd in Brooklyn. The cyclist was injured, ejected, and in shock with lower‑leg trauma. According to the police report, contributing factors list Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion. The data show the car’s right front quarter panel struck the bike’s front end while both were going straight. The bicyclist was unlicensed, noted only as a status, not a cause. No driver errors were recorded by NYPD in this dataset, a silence that obscures responsibility in a car‑bike impact. The record notes the cyclist wore no safety equipment, after the system’s failure to name driver mistakes.
18
SUV slams stopped taxi on Neptune▸Aug 18 - Eastbound SUV lost consciousness and hit a stopped taxi on Neptune Ave at W 19th. The cab’s rear crushed. Two passengers hurt. The SUV driver injured. Brooklyn street turns into a trap for the people inside.
An eastbound SUV struck the rear of a stopped taxi on Neptune Ave at W 19 St in Brooklyn. Two taxi passengers were injured with back pain, and the SUV driver was also injured. According to the police report, “contributing factors” included “Lost Consciousness” and “Illnes.” The data shows the SUV hit the taxi’s center back end while the taxi was stopped in traffic, indicating driver incapacitation before impact. Driver errors listed are Lost Consciousness and Illnes. Only after those factors does equipment appear in the data; belts were used by occupants. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured.
15
Distracted SUV and Moped Collision Injures 23-Year-Old▸Aug 15 - A driver in an SUV hit a 23-year-old moped rider at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction twice. One driver was unlicensed.
A driver in a Station Wagon/SUV traveling east struck a 23-year-old moped driver at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" for both involved drivers. One vehicle is listed as a Standing S driven by an unlicensed driver. Both vehicles show center front-end impact. The report repeats driver inattention as the listed error and identifies the moped rider as the injured party.
12
Driver's left turn hits pedestrian on Surf Ave▸Aug 12 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Surf Ave and struck a 31-year-old man at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion and was in shock. Police cited failure to yield by the driver.
A driver in a 2021 Toyota SUV made a left turn on Surf Ave at W 22 St and struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion, and was listed in shock. According to the police report, contributing factors include "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report lists the vehicle pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact and damage as the right front bumper, consistent with the driver’s left turn striking a person at the intersection.
12
Brannan Backs Misguided ID Checks To Curb Underage E‑bikes▸Aug 12 - City pushes Lyft to demand ID for Citi Bike e-bikes. No license, no ride. Kids blocked. Officials claim safety. But new barriers rise. Fewer riders. Streets lose strength in numbers. Risk shifts. Equity suffers.
"Brannan warned that the current self-reported age system is 'a disaster waiting to happen,' especially amid a surge in e-bike crashes involving minors." -- Justin L. Brannan
On August 12, 2025, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro sent a letter to Lyft CEO David Risher, demanding 'appropriate age verification steps' for Citi Bike e-bike riders, like requiring a driver's license or permit. Council Member Justin Brannan also pressed Lyft to block under-16 users, calling the current system 'a disaster waiting to happen.' The request follows a recent speed cap on Citi Bike e-bikes. But safety analysts warn: license-based checks block youth and those without licenses, cut mode shift, and weaken street equity. Fewer riders mean less safety in numbers for all vulnerable road users.
-
NYC asks Lyft to require ID for Citi Bike e-bikes to curb underage riders,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-12
9
Brannan Calls Coney Island Casino Plan Harmful to Street Safety▸Aug 9 - Coney Island casino plan means thousands more cars. Roads will clog. Parking will vanish. Environmental review shows danger for anyone not behind the wheel.
On August 9, 2025, an environmental impact assessment flagged the proposed Coney Island casino as a threat to street safety. The report, filed with the casino’s license bid, warns: 'The proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Reporter Kirstyn Brendlen covered the findings. No council members sponsored or voted, but the review shows the casino could bring thousands of cars daily. The safety analyst notes: increased car traffic and parking demand will heighten risks for pedestrians and cyclists, discourage active transportation, and undermine street safety and equity. The system tips toward drivers. The vulnerable pay the price.
-
Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
1
Driver Hits Teen on Surf Avenue▸Aug 1 - A driver in a sedan hit a 16-year-old girl at Surf Ave and W 30 St. She suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Noon sun. Busy street.
A driver in a 2008 Nissan sedan hit a 16-year-old pedestrian at Surf Ave and W 30 St in Brooklyn at 12:15 p.m. The girl suffered a head contusion and was recorded as injured. According to the police report, the driver, a 65-year-old woman traveling east, struck her with the center front of the car. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver as the contributing factor. The sedan showed front-end damage. No other injuries were reported in the crash. The vehicle had New Hampshire registration, and the driver held a Florida license. The report did not list any other contributing factors.
31
Genesis Crash on Ocean Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 31 - Genesis driver crashed on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue. Three inside were hurt. Teen driver had facial fractures. Two young passengers bled and bruised. Police listed Other Vehicular.
Three people were hurt in a crash on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was 18, male, with facial fractures and dislocation. A 17-year-old female passenger had facial bleeding. An 18-year-old female passenger suffered a leg contusion. According to the police report, the collision involved a Genesis sedan with center-front impact and left-front bumper damage. Travel direction was listed as north. Police recorded Other Vehicular as the contributing factor.
Aug 18 - Eastbound SUV lost consciousness and hit a stopped taxi on Neptune Ave at W 19th. The cab’s rear crushed. Two passengers hurt. The SUV driver injured. Brooklyn street turns into a trap for the people inside.
An eastbound SUV struck the rear of a stopped taxi on Neptune Ave at W 19 St in Brooklyn. Two taxi passengers were injured with back pain, and the SUV driver was also injured. According to the police report, “contributing factors” included “Lost Consciousness” and “Illnes.” The data shows the SUV hit the taxi’s center back end while the taxi was stopped in traffic, indicating driver incapacitation before impact. Driver errors listed are Lost Consciousness and Illnes. Only after those factors does equipment appear in the data; belts were used by occupants. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured.
15
Distracted SUV and Moped Collision Injures 23-Year-Old▸Aug 15 - A driver in an SUV hit a 23-year-old moped rider at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction twice. One driver was unlicensed.
A driver in a Station Wagon/SUV traveling east struck a 23-year-old moped driver at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" for both involved drivers. One vehicle is listed as a Standing S driven by an unlicensed driver. Both vehicles show center front-end impact. The report repeats driver inattention as the listed error and identifies the moped rider as the injured party.
12
Driver's left turn hits pedestrian on Surf Ave▸Aug 12 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Surf Ave and struck a 31-year-old man at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion and was in shock. Police cited failure to yield by the driver.
A driver in a 2021 Toyota SUV made a left turn on Surf Ave at W 22 St and struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion, and was listed in shock. According to the police report, contributing factors include "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report lists the vehicle pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact and damage as the right front bumper, consistent with the driver’s left turn striking a person at the intersection.
12
Brannan Backs Misguided ID Checks To Curb Underage E‑bikes▸Aug 12 - City pushes Lyft to demand ID for Citi Bike e-bikes. No license, no ride. Kids blocked. Officials claim safety. But new barriers rise. Fewer riders. Streets lose strength in numbers. Risk shifts. Equity suffers.
"Brannan warned that the current self-reported age system is 'a disaster waiting to happen,' especially amid a surge in e-bike crashes involving minors." -- Justin L. Brannan
On August 12, 2025, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro sent a letter to Lyft CEO David Risher, demanding 'appropriate age verification steps' for Citi Bike e-bike riders, like requiring a driver's license or permit. Council Member Justin Brannan also pressed Lyft to block under-16 users, calling the current system 'a disaster waiting to happen.' The request follows a recent speed cap on Citi Bike e-bikes. But safety analysts warn: license-based checks block youth and those without licenses, cut mode shift, and weaken street equity. Fewer riders mean less safety in numbers for all vulnerable road users.
-
NYC asks Lyft to require ID for Citi Bike e-bikes to curb underage riders,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-12
9
Brannan Calls Coney Island Casino Plan Harmful to Street Safety▸Aug 9 - Coney Island casino plan means thousands more cars. Roads will clog. Parking will vanish. Environmental review shows danger for anyone not behind the wheel.
On August 9, 2025, an environmental impact assessment flagged the proposed Coney Island casino as a threat to street safety. The report, filed with the casino’s license bid, warns: 'The proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Reporter Kirstyn Brendlen covered the findings. No council members sponsored or voted, but the review shows the casino could bring thousands of cars daily. The safety analyst notes: increased car traffic and parking demand will heighten risks for pedestrians and cyclists, discourage active transportation, and undermine street safety and equity. The system tips toward drivers. The vulnerable pay the price.
-
Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
1
Driver Hits Teen on Surf Avenue▸Aug 1 - A driver in a sedan hit a 16-year-old girl at Surf Ave and W 30 St. She suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Noon sun. Busy street.
A driver in a 2008 Nissan sedan hit a 16-year-old pedestrian at Surf Ave and W 30 St in Brooklyn at 12:15 p.m. The girl suffered a head contusion and was recorded as injured. According to the police report, the driver, a 65-year-old woman traveling east, struck her with the center front of the car. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver as the contributing factor. The sedan showed front-end damage. No other injuries were reported in the crash. The vehicle had New Hampshire registration, and the driver held a Florida license. The report did not list any other contributing factors.
31
Genesis Crash on Ocean Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 31 - Genesis driver crashed on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue. Three inside were hurt. Teen driver had facial fractures. Two young passengers bled and bruised. Police listed Other Vehicular.
Three people were hurt in a crash on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was 18, male, with facial fractures and dislocation. A 17-year-old female passenger had facial bleeding. An 18-year-old female passenger suffered a leg contusion. According to the police report, the collision involved a Genesis sedan with center-front impact and left-front bumper damage. Travel direction was listed as north. Police recorded Other Vehicular as the contributing factor.
Aug 15 - A driver in an SUV hit a 23-year-old moped rider at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction twice. One driver was unlicensed.
A driver in a Station Wagon/SUV traveling east struck a 23-year-old moped driver at Neptune Ave and Coney Island Ave in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" for both involved drivers. One vehicle is listed as a Standing S driven by an unlicensed driver. Both vehicles show center front-end impact. The report repeats driver inattention as the listed error and identifies the moped rider as the injured party.
12
Driver's left turn hits pedestrian on Surf Ave▸Aug 12 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Surf Ave and struck a 31-year-old man at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion and was in shock. Police cited failure to yield by the driver.
A driver in a 2021 Toyota SUV made a left turn on Surf Ave at W 22 St and struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion, and was listed in shock. According to the police report, contributing factors include "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report lists the vehicle pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact and damage as the right front bumper, consistent with the driver’s left turn striking a person at the intersection.
12
Brannan Backs Misguided ID Checks To Curb Underage E‑bikes▸Aug 12 - City pushes Lyft to demand ID for Citi Bike e-bikes. No license, no ride. Kids blocked. Officials claim safety. But new barriers rise. Fewer riders. Streets lose strength in numbers. Risk shifts. Equity suffers.
"Brannan warned that the current self-reported age system is 'a disaster waiting to happen,' especially amid a surge in e-bike crashes involving minors." -- Justin L. Brannan
On August 12, 2025, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro sent a letter to Lyft CEO David Risher, demanding 'appropriate age verification steps' for Citi Bike e-bike riders, like requiring a driver's license or permit. Council Member Justin Brannan also pressed Lyft to block under-16 users, calling the current system 'a disaster waiting to happen.' The request follows a recent speed cap on Citi Bike e-bikes. But safety analysts warn: license-based checks block youth and those without licenses, cut mode shift, and weaken street equity. Fewer riders mean less safety in numbers for all vulnerable road users.
-
NYC asks Lyft to require ID for Citi Bike e-bikes to curb underage riders,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-12
9
Brannan Calls Coney Island Casino Plan Harmful to Street Safety▸Aug 9 - Coney Island casino plan means thousands more cars. Roads will clog. Parking will vanish. Environmental review shows danger for anyone not behind the wheel.
On August 9, 2025, an environmental impact assessment flagged the proposed Coney Island casino as a threat to street safety. The report, filed with the casino’s license bid, warns: 'The proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Reporter Kirstyn Brendlen covered the findings. No council members sponsored or voted, but the review shows the casino could bring thousands of cars daily. The safety analyst notes: increased car traffic and parking demand will heighten risks for pedestrians and cyclists, discourage active transportation, and undermine street safety and equity. The system tips toward drivers. The vulnerable pay the price.
-
Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
1
Driver Hits Teen on Surf Avenue▸Aug 1 - A driver in a sedan hit a 16-year-old girl at Surf Ave and W 30 St. She suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Noon sun. Busy street.
A driver in a 2008 Nissan sedan hit a 16-year-old pedestrian at Surf Ave and W 30 St in Brooklyn at 12:15 p.m. The girl suffered a head contusion and was recorded as injured. According to the police report, the driver, a 65-year-old woman traveling east, struck her with the center front of the car. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver as the contributing factor. The sedan showed front-end damage. No other injuries were reported in the crash. The vehicle had New Hampshire registration, and the driver held a Florida license. The report did not list any other contributing factors.
31
Genesis Crash on Ocean Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 31 - Genesis driver crashed on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue. Three inside were hurt. Teen driver had facial fractures. Two young passengers bled and bruised. Police listed Other Vehicular.
Three people were hurt in a crash on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was 18, male, with facial fractures and dislocation. A 17-year-old female passenger had facial bleeding. An 18-year-old female passenger suffered a leg contusion. According to the police report, the collision involved a Genesis sedan with center-front impact and left-front bumper damage. Travel direction was listed as north. Police recorded Other Vehicular as the contributing factor.
Aug 12 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Surf Ave and struck a 31-year-old man at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion and was in shock. Police cited failure to yield by the driver.
A driver in a 2021 Toyota SUV made a left turn on Surf Ave at W 22 St and struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection. He suffered whole-body injuries, a reported concussion, and was listed in shock. According to the police report, contributing factors include "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report lists the vehicle pre-crash action as making a left turn and the point of impact and damage as the right front bumper, consistent with the driver’s left turn striking a person at the intersection.
12
Brannan Backs Misguided ID Checks To Curb Underage E‑bikes▸Aug 12 - City pushes Lyft to demand ID for Citi Bike e-bikes. No license, no ride. Kids blocked. Officials claim safety. But new barriers rise. Fewer riders. Streets lose strength in numbers. Risk shifts. Equity suffers.
"Brannan warned that the current self-reported age system is 'a disaster waiting to happen,' especially amid a surge in e-bike crashes involving minors." -- Justin L. Brannan
On August 12, 2025, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro sent a letter to Lyft CEO David Risher, demanding 'appropriate age verification steps' for Citi Bike e-bike riders, like requiring a driver's license or permit. Council Member Justin Brannan also pressed Lyft to block under-16 users, calling the current system 'a disaster waiting to happen.' The request follows a recent speed cap on Citi Bike e-bikes. But safety analysts warn: license-based checks block youth and those without licenses, cut mode shift, and weaken street equity. Fewer riders mean less safety in numbers for all vulnerable road users.
-
NYC asks Lyft to require ID for Citi Bike e-bikes to curb underage riders,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-12
9
Brannan Calls Coney Island Casino Plan Harmful to Street Safety▸Aug 9 - Coney Island casino plan means thousands more cars. Roads will clog. Parking will vanish. Environmental review shows danger for anyone not behind the wheel.
On August 9, 2025, an environmental impact assessment flagged the proposed Coney Island casino as a threat to street safety. The report, filed with the casino’s license bid, warns: 'The proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Reporter Kirstyn Brendlen covered the findings. No council members sponsored or voted, but the review shows the casino could bring thousands of cars daily. The safety analyst notes: increased car traffic and parking demand will heighten risks for pedestrians and cyclists, discourage active transportation, and undermine street safety and equity. The system tips toward drivers. The vulnerable pay the price.
-
Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
1
Driver Hits Teen on Surf Avenue▸Aug 1 - A driver in a sedan hit a 16-year-old girl at Surf Ave and W 30 St. She suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Noon sun. Busy street.
A driver in a 2008 Nissan sedan hit a 16-year-old pedestrian at Surf Ave and W 30 St in Brooklyn at 12:15 p.m. The girl suffered a head contusion and was recorded as injured. According to the police report, the driver, a 65-year-old woman traveling east, struck her with the center front of the car. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver as the contributing factor. The sedan showed front-end damage. No other injuries were reported in the crash. The vehicle had New Hampshire registration, and the driver held a Florida license. The report did not list any other contributing factors.
31
Genesis Crash on Ocean Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 31 - Genesis driver crashed on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue. Three inside were hurt. Teen driver had facial fractures. Two young passengers bled and bruised. Police listed Other Vehicular.
Three people were hurt in a crash on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was 18, male, with facial fractures and dislocation. A 17-year-old female passenger had facial bleeding. An 18-year-old female passenger suffered a leg contusion. According to the police report, the collision involved a Genesis sedan with center-front impact and left-front bumper damage. Travel direction was listed as north. Police recorded Other Vehicular as the contributing factor.
Aug 12 - City pushes Lyft to demand ID for Citi Bike e-bikes. No license, no ride. Kids blocked. Officials claim safety. But new barriers rise. Fewer riders. Streets lose strength in numbers. Risk shifts. Equity suffers.
"Brannan warned that the current self-reported age system is 'a disaster waiting to happen,' especially amid a surge in e-bike crashes involving minors." -- Justin L. Brannan
On August 12, 2025, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro sent a letter to Lyft CEO David Risher, demanding 'appropriate age verification steps' for Citi Bike e-bike riders, like requiring a driver's license or permit. Council Member Justin Brannan also pressed Lyft to block under-16 users, calling the current system 'a disaster waiting to happen.' The request follows a recent speed cap on Citi Bike e-bikes. But safety analysts warn: license-based checks block youth and those without licenses, cut mode shift, and weaken street equity. Fewer riders mean less safety in numbers for all vulnerable road users.
- NYC asks Lyft to require ID for Citi Bike e-bikes to curb underage riders, Brooklyn Paper, Published 2025-08-12
9
Brannan Calls Coney Island Casino Plan Harmful to Street Safety▸Aug 9 - Coney Island casino plan means thousands more cars. Roads will clog. Parking will vanish. Environmental review shows danger for anyone not behind the wheel.
On August 9, 2025, an environmental impact assessment flagged the proposed Coney Island casino as a threat to street safety. The report, filed with the casino’s license bid, warns: 'The proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Reporter Kirstyn Brendlen covered the findings. No council members sponsored or voted, but the review shows the casino could bring thousands of cars daily. The safety analyst notes: increased car traffic and parking demand will heighten risks for pedestrians and cyclists, discourage active transportation, and undermine street safety and equity. The system tips toward drivers. The vulnerable pay the price.
-
Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
1
Driver Hits Teen on Surf Avenue▸Aug 1 - A driver in a sedan hit a 16-year-old girl at Surf Ave and W 30 St. She suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Noon sun. Busy street.
A driver in a 2008 Nissan sedan hit a 16-year-old pedestrian at Surf Ave and W 30 St in Brooklyn at 12:15 p.m. The girl suffered a head contusion and was recorded as injured. According to the police report, the driver, a 65-year-old woman traveling east, struck her with the center front of the car. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver as the contributing factor. The sedan showed front-end damage. No other injuries were reported in the crash. The vehicle had New Hampshire registration, and the driver held a Florida license. The report did not list any other contributing factors.
31
Genesis Crash on Ocean Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 31 - Genesis driver crashed on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue. Three inside were hurt. Teen driver had facial fractures. Two young passengers bled and bruised. Police listed Other Vehicular.
Three people were hurt in a crash on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was 18, male, with facial fractures and dislocation. A 17-year-old female passenger had facial bleeding. An 18-year-old female passenger suffered a leg contusion. According to the police report, the collision involved a Genesis sedan with center-front impact and left-front bumper damage. Travel direction was listed as north. Police recorded Other Vehicular as the contributing factor.
Aug 9 - Coney Island casino plan means thousands more cars. Roads will clog. Parking will vanish. Environmental review shows danger for anyone not behind the wheel.
On August 9, 2025, an environmental impact assessment flagged the proposed Coney Island casino as a threat to street safety. The report, filed with the casino’s license bid, warns: 'The proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Reporter Kirstyn Brendlen covered the findings. No council members sponsored or voted, but the review shows the casino could bring thousands of cars daily. The safety analyst notes: increased car traffic and parking demand will heighten risks for pedestrians and cyclists, discourage active transportation, and undermine street safety and equity. The system tips toward drivers. The vulnerable pay the price.
- Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study, Brooklyn Paper, Published 2025-08-09
1
Driver Hits Teen on Surf Avenue▸Aug 1 - A driver in a sedan hit a 16-year-old girl at Surf Ave and W 30 St. She suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Noon sun. Busy street.
A driver in a 2008 Nissan sedan hit a 16-year-old pedestrian at Surf Ave and W 30 St in Brooklyn at 12:15 p.m. The girl suffered a head contusion and was recorded as injured. According to the police report, the driver, a 65-year-old woman traveling east, struck her with the center front of the car. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver as the contributing factor. The sedan showed front-end damage. No other injuries were reported in the crash. The vehicle had New Hampshire registration, and the driver held a Florida license. The report did not list any other contributing factors.
31
Genesis Crash on Ocean Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 31 - Genesis driver crashed on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue. Three inside were hurt. Teen driver had facial fractures. Two young passengers bled and bruised. Police listed Other Vehicular.
Three people were hurt in a crash on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was 18, male, with facial fractures and dislocation. A 17-year-old female passenger had facial bleeding. An 18-year-old female passenger suffered a leg contusion. According to the police report, the collision involved a Genesis sedan with center-front impact and left-front bumper damage. Travel direction was listed as north. Police recorded Other Vehicular as the contributing factor.
Aug 1 - A driver in a sedan hit a 16-year-old girl at Surf Ave and W 30 St. She suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Noon sun. Busy street.
A driver in a 2008 Nissan sedan hit a 16-year-old pedestrian at Surf Ave and W 30 St in Brooklyn at 12:15 p.m. The girl suffered a head contusion and was recorded as injured. According to the police report, the driver, a 65-year-old woman traveling east, struck her with the center front of the car. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver as the contributing factor. The sedan showed front-end damage. No other injuries were reported in the crash. The vehicle had New Hampshire registration, and the driver held a Florida license. The report did not list any other contributing factors.
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Genesis Crash on Ocean Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 31 - Genesis driver crashed on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue. Three inside were hurt. Teen driver had facial fractures. Two young passengers bled and bruised. Police listed Other Vehicular.
Three people were hurt in a crash on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was 18, male, with facial fractures and dislocation. A 17-year-old female passenger had facial bleeding. An 18-year-old female passenger suffered a leg contusion. According to the police report, the collision involved a Genesis sedan with center-front impact and left-front bumper damage. Travel direction was listed as north. Police recorded Other Vehicular as the contributing factor.
Jul 31 - Genesis driver crashed on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue. Three inside were hurt. Teen driver had facial fractures. Two young passengers bled and bruised. Police listed Other Vehicular.
Three people were hurt in a crash on Ocean Parkway at Brighton Beach Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was 18, male, with facial fractures and dislocation. A 17-year-old female passenger had facial bleeding. An 18-year-old female passenger suffered a leg contusion. According to the police report, the collision involved a Genesis sedan with center-front impact and left-front bumper damage. Travel direction was listed as north. Police recorded Other Vehicular as the contributing factor.