Crash Count for Brooklyn CB13
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 3,691
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,875
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 503
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 14
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 7
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 15, 2025
Carnage in CB 313
Killed 7
Crush Injuries 4
Whole body 3
Lower arm/hand 1
Amputation 2
Lower leg/foot 2
Severe Bleeding 1
Head 1
Severe Lacerations 4
Head 2
Lower leg/foot 2
Concussion 13
Head 5
Whole body 3
Lower leg/foot 2
Neck 2
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Whiplash 75
Neck 32
+27
Head 17
+12
Back 15
+10
Whole body 8
+3
Chest 4
Face 2
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Contusion/Bruise 126
Lower leg/foot 50
+45
Head 23
+18
Lower arm/hand 19
+14
Shoulder/upper arm 10
+5
Back 8
+3
Hip/upper leg 6
+1
Face 5
Neck 4
Whole body 4
Abdomen/pelvis 2
Eye 1
Abrasion 50
Lower leg/foot 18
+13
Lower arm/hand 12
+7
Head 8
+3
Shoulder/upper arm 5
Face 4
Whole body 2
Chest 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Pain/Nausea 51
Back 9
+4
Lower leg/foot 9
+4
Head 7
+2
Shoulder/upper arm 7
+2
Whole body 7
+2
Lower arm/hand 6
+1
Abdomen/pelvis 3
Neck 3
Chest 2
Face 2
Hip/upper leg 2
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 15, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Brooklyn CB13?

Preventable Speeding in CB 313 School Zones

(since 2022)

Caught Speeding Recently in CB 313

Vehicles – Caught Speeding in NYC (12 months)
  1. 2023 Black Audi Sedan (LCM8254) – 501 times • 1 in last 90d here
  2. 2017 Black Lexus Sedan (LPY1138) – 233 times • 2 in last 90d here
  3. 2019 Nissan Sedan (KZC2999) – 180 times • 2 in last 90d here
  4. 2023 Black Chrys Suburban (LFB3893) – 135 times • 1 in last 90d here
  5. 2023 Black Dodge Suburban (KMG9982) – 131 times • 1 in last 90d here
She Survived Nazis and Chernobyl—But Not a Brooklyn Crosswalk

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

Other Representatives

Alec Brook-Krasny
Assembly Member Alec Brook-Krasny
District 46
District Office:
2002 Mermaid Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11224
Legislative Office:
Room 529, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Justin Brannan
Council Member Justin Brannan
District 47
District Office:
1915 Mermaid Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11224
718-373-0954
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1826, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7363
Jessica Scarcella-Spanton
State Senator Jessica Scarcella-Spanton
District 23
District Office:
2875 W. 8th St. Unit #3, Brooklyn, NY 11224
Legislative Office:
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
Boroughs
City Council Districts
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Brooklyn Community Board 13

20
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Surf Avenue

Sep 20 - A 24-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Surf Avenue with the signal. The vehicle failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was alone, traveling eastbound.

According to the police report, a 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Surf Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2021 SUV traveling eastbound, driven by a licensed female driver. The crash occurred when the driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered moderate injury.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4565801 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
14
SUV U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell Avenue

Sep 14 - SUV swung a U-turn. It struck a northbound sedan. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered back pain and shock. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Stillwell Avenue saw another wound.

According to the police report, a Ford SUV made a U-turn on Stillwell Avenue and hit a Honda sedan traveling north. The SUV struck the sedan's left side doors with its front end. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was injured. He suffered back pain, shock, and nausea. He was not ejected and was the only person in his car. The report lists all contributing factors as unspecified. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger of U-turns and side impacts. No other injuries were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4563947 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
13
Pedestrian Injured by SUV on Lyme Avenue

Sep 13 - A 47-year-old man was struck by an eastbound SUV on Lyme Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle showed no damage.

According to the police report, a 47-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a Station Wagon/SUV traveling east on Lyme Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was performing other actions in the roadway when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the right side doors of the vehicle. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4564198 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
3
Bicyclist Injured in Brooklyn Left-Turn Crash

Sep 3 - A sedan turning left struck a bicyclist going straight on Surf Avenue. The 49-year-old rider was ejected and suffered back contusions. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The bike’s left front quarter panel was damaged; the sedan showed no damage.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Surf Avenue made a left turn and collided with a bicyclist traveling east. The bicyclist, a 49-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and sustained back injuries classified as contusions. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the crash. The sedan’s left front bumper struck the bike’s left front quarter panel, damaging the bike but not the car. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver was licensed in New York and operating the vehicle legally. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield to cyclists proceeding straight through intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4561035 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
2
Two Sedans Collide on Stillwell Avenue

Sep 2 - Two sedans crashed head-to-back on Stillwell Avenue late at night. Both drivers were heading north. One driver suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Alcohol was involved. Damage hit the rear bumper and front end of the vehicles.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Stillwell Avenue collided. The point of impact was the center back end of the leading vehicle and the center front end of the following vehicle. The driver of the leading sedan, a 40-year-old man wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a head contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and going straight ahead at the time of the crash. No other driver errors were specified. The crash caused damage to the right rear bumper of the leading vehicle and the center front end of the following vehicle.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4563121 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
23
Two SUVs Collide on Stillwell Avenue

Aug 23 - Two SUVs crashed on Stillwell Avenue in Brooklyn. Both drivers were men, one aged 77, injured with head trauma and shock. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. The impact damaged the right front bumper and left front quarter panel of the vehicles.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Stillwell Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver, a 77-year-old man, suffered head injuries and shock but was not ejected from his vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and traveling north when the crash occurred. One driver was making a left turn while the other was going straight ahead. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The collision damaged the right front bumper of one SUV and the left front quarter panel of the other. No other injuries or contributing factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4557914 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
18
SUV Left Turn Hits E-Scooter Rider

Aug 18 - A 60-year-old man on an e-scooter was partially ejected and suffered head injuries after an SUV made a left turn and struck him on Surf Avenue. The driver was distracted and failed to yield right-of-way. The rider was in shock.

According to the police report, a 60-year-old male e-scooter rider was injured when a 2011 Honda SUV made a left turn on Surf Avenue and struck him. The impact hit the right side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the e-scooter. The rider was partially ejected and sustained head injuries, resulting in shock. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The SUV driver was licensed and traveling north, while the e-scooter rider was going straight west. No safety equipment was noted for the rider. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and failure to yield in interactions between motor vehicles and vulnerable e-scooter riders.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4556934 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
18
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Avenue V Right Turn SUV

Aug 18 - A 41-year-old man was struck while crossing Avenue V with the signal. The SUV driver made a right turn, hitting the pedestrian with the right front bumper. The man suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock.

According to the police report, a 41-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Avenue V at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2008 SUV, traveling east and making a right turn, struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The report lists driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally. The SUV sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4556930 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
18
14-Year-Old E-Bike Rider Injured in Brooklyn Crash

Aug 18 - A 14-year-old boy riding an e-bike westbound on Neptune Avenue suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The bike's roof was damaged. The rider was conscious and not ejected. Police list unspecified contributing factors. No other vehicles involved.

According to the police report, a 14-year-old male e-bike driver was injured in a crash on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The e-bike, traveling westbound and going straight ahead, suffered damage to its roof. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors or other vehicles involved. The rider was not using any safety equipment. The crash resulted in injury severity level 3, with the rider complaining of abrasion injuries.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4557833 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
12
Moped Strikes SUV’s Rear Quarter Panel

Aug 12 - A moped making a right turn hit the left rear quarter panel of an SUV traveling west on Surf Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver, a 35-year-old man, suffered a head contusion and bruising. No ejection occurred. The SUV had two occupants.

According to the police report, a moped traveling south made a right turn and collided with the left rear quarter panel of a westbound SUV on Surf Avenue near West 25 Street in Brooklyn. The moped driver, a 35-year-old male, sustained a head injury described as a contusion and bruising. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The SUV, a 2015 Nissan SUV with two occupants, was struck on its right rear quarter panel. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the moped driver but does not identify any specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No safety equipment was noted for the injured moped driver.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4555033 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
10
Sedan Strikes 84-Year-Old Pedestrian on Neptune Avenue

Aug 10 - An 84-year-old man was injured crossing Neptune Avenue. A sedan making a left turn hit him at the intersection. The impact caused back injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors.

According to the police report, a 2015 Honda sedan traveling east on Neptune Avenue made a left turn and struck an 84-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors to the crash. The driver was licensed in New York and was the sole occupant of the vehicle. No other factors such as helmet use or pedestrian actions were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4556186 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
8
Bike Hits Pedestrian Crossing Neptune Avenue

Aug 8 - A 27-year-old man crossing Neptune Avenue with the signal was struck by a bike making a right turn. The impact caused upper arm and shoulder injuries. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian remained conscious.

According to the police report, a bike traveling south on Neptune Avenue made a right turn and struck a 27-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The bike's left front bumper was the point of impact, indicating the collision occurred during the turn. There is no mention of the pedestrian's fault or safety equipment. The driver’s distraction and failure to yield created the conditions for this crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4554093 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
7
Distracted Driver Slams Cyclist on West 37th

Aug 7 - A distracted driver struck a 23-year-old bicyclist on West 37th Street near Neptune Avenue. The cyclist was ejected, suffering bruises and arm injuries. Driver inattention caused the crash.

According to the police report, a driver traveling east on West 37th Street near Neptune Avenue was inattentive and distracted when they struck a 23-year-old male bicyclist riding south. The impact hit the right rear quarter of the bike, ejecting the cyclist. He sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle had center front end damage; the bike was damaged at the rear. No safety equipment was noted for the cyclist.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4564399 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
3
Taxi and Sedan Collide on Mermaid Avenue

Aug 3 - A taxi starting from parking struck a sedan making a left turn on Mermaid Avenue. Both vehicles suffered front bumper damage. A 62-year-old female driver and a 10-year-old passenger in the sedan were injured with back contusions. Both remained conscious.

According to the police report, a taxi driver starting from parking collided with a sedan making a left turn on Mermaid Avenue. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the taxi. The sedan driver, a 62-year-old woman, and a 10-year-old passenger in the sedan both suffered back contusions and were conscious at the scene. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as contributing factors for the sedan driver. Both occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The crash injured vulnerable occupants inside the sedan without any ejections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4552914 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
3
Distracted Sedan Driver Ejects Motorcyclist on Belt Parkway

Aug 3 - A distracted sedan driver struck a westbound motorcycle on Belt Parkway. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered shattered leg bones. Both vehicles were moving west. Inattention fueled the violent crash.

According to the police report, a sedan and a motorcycle were both traveling westbound on Belt Parkway when the sedan driver, distracted and inattentive, collided with the motorcycle as it changed lanes. The impact overturned the motorcycle and ejected its 30-year-old driver, who wore a helmet. He suffered severe injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations. The sedan, a 2021 BMW with a New Jersey permit driver, was damaged on its right front quarter panel. Driver inattention and distraction are listed as key contributing factors in this crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4551994 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
27
Sedan Hits Parked Car on West 21 Street

Jul 27 - A sedan traveling south struck a parked sedan on West 21 Street. The parked car’s driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained left-side damage.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on West 21 Street collided with a parked sedan. The impact occurred on the left side doors of the parked vehicle. The driver of the parked car, a 27-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. The moving sedan had damage to its right front bumper, while the parked car sustained damage to its left side doors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4553415 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
23
Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal Brooklyn

Jul 23 - A 52-year-old woman was struck while crossing Mermaid Avenue at West 29 Street in Brooklyn. She suffered upper leg and hip injuries and was in shock. The pedestrian had the signal and complained of pain and nausea after the impact.

According to the police report, a 52-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Mermaid Avenue at West 29 Street in Brooklyn. She was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no details about the driver or vehicle actions are provided. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following traffic signals at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4549715 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
22
Two SUVs Collide on Bay 46 Street

Jul 22 - Two SUVs crashed on Bay 46 Street in Brooklyn. One driver turned left, the other went straight. Both distracted. A 43-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles damaged on front and rear quarters. No ejections reported.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Bay 46 Street near Stillwell Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash occurred when one SUV was making a left turn and the other was traveling straight northbound. Both drivers were cited for driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the turning vehicle and the left rear quarter panel of the straight-moving vehicle. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors beyond driver distraction.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4548725 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
19
Sedan Hits E-Bike on Cropsey Avenue

Jul 19 - A sedan struck an e-bike traveling south on Cropsey Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver of the sedan was distracted at the time of impact.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Cropsey Avenue collided with an e-bike traveling south. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old male, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the crash. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, while the e-bike was struck on the right front quarter panel. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet and was not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead before the collision. No other contributing factors were specified.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4547980 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
18
Sedan Slams Parked Car on Mermaid Avenue

Jul 18 - A sedan struck a parked car on Mermaid Avenue. Two men inside suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The parked car was empty. Metal and glass bore the brunt.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Mermaid Avenue collided with a parked sedan. The moving car's right front bumper hit the center back end of the parked vehicle. Two men inside the moving sedan, the driver and front passenger, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, highlighting driver error. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted. The parked car was unoccupied at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4547314 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19