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 8
▸ Crush Injuries 4
▸ Amputation 2
▸ Severe Bleeding 1
▸ Severe Lacerations 5
▸ Concussion 13
▸ Whiplash 79
▸ Contusion/Bruise 134
▸ Abrasion 50
▸ Pain/Nausea 54
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year-to-year variance.
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These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
Caught Speeding Recently in CB 313
- 2023 Black Audi Sedan (LCM8254) – 457 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2017 Black Lexus Sedan (LPY1138) – 233 times • 2 in last 90d here
- 2019 Nissan Sedan (KZC2999) – 197 times • 2 in last 90d here
- 2023 Black Dodge Suburban (KMG9982) – 133 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2023 Black Chrys Suburban (LFB3893) – 133 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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Neptune and W 6th: a death at midday, and a pattern that won’t quit
Brooklyn CB13: Jan 1, 2022 - Oct 22, 2025
Just before 1 PM on Oct 15, 2025, at Neptune Avenue and W 6th Street, the driver of an SUV backed up and hit an 89-year-old woman. She died. NYPD crash data record the pedestrian as “not in roadway,” the SUV as “backing.”
She is one of 8 people killed in crashes in Brooklyn Community Board 13 since 2022, with 1,929 injured. Those counts come from the same city crash database covering Jan 1, 2022 through Oct 22, 2025. Source.
This Month
- Oct 15: At Neptune Ave and W 6th St, a driver backing an SUV hit an 89-year-old woman; she died at the scene, per city data. Source
- Oct 13: At Cropsey Ave and Hart Pl, a driver in a Mercedes SUV turned right and, police recorded, failed to yield to a 52-year-old woman crossing with the signal, injuring her. Source
- Oct 6: At Bay 49 St and Cropsey Ave, a 68-year-old man on an e-bike collided with an Audi SUV and was injured. Source
Where the street breaks people
Neptune Avenue shows up twice among the worst locations here. Mermaid Avenue and Stillwell Avenue are on that list too. These are places where people keep getting hurt. City data.
Afternoons run hot. Injury counts spike around 2 PM and 3 PM. Evenings take lives too. Deaths cluster around noon, late afternoon, and after dark. That is what the records show for this board area since 2022. Source: city crash data.
Police reports cite drivers’ failure to yield and bad turns among repeat causes in local injuries. In one fatal crosswalk case at Mermaid Avenue and West 24 Street, police logged driver inattention by a pickup driver who hit two people, killing a 41-year-old woman. Data record.
The pattern won’t stop on its own
Year to date, crashes are down a bit compared to last year here (777 vs. 818), and deaths are lower (1 vs. 2), but injuries are up (478 vs. 433). Serious injuries doubled (4 vs. 2). Small numbers, real harm. Source: crash database.
Heavy vehicles maim. Trucks and buses here account for pedestrian deaths alongside cars and SUVs. People outside cars take the worst of it: 4 people walking and 1 person biking are among the dead since 2022. City data.
Who moves and who waits
The City Council has a bill to force a stop sign or signal at every crosswalk. The text reads: “No later than January 1, 2027, the commissioner shall install a stop sign or a traffic control signal at all crosswalks.” Legistar: Int 1394-2025. Council Member Justin L. Brannan is listed as a sponsor. Legistar.
In Albany, the “Stop Super Speeders” bill would require intelligent speed assistance for repeat offenders. The Senate file is S 4045. State Senator Jessica Scarcella‑Spanton voted yes in committee, according to the record. Open States. She also voted no on reauthorizing the school speed‑camera program in 2025. Streetsblog NYC. Assembly Member Alec Brook‑Krasny also voted no. Streetsblog NYC.
What would help on these corners
- Daylight every crosswalk and harden the turns on Neptune, Mermaid, and Stillwell. Low‑speed turns save lives. City crash data.
- Enforce yielding at intersections where people cross with the signal and drivers turn through them. The records show repeated failure‑to‑yield harms. Crash records.
- Add signal timing that gives people a head start where the injuries cluster in the afternoon and early evening. Target the hours the data flag. Crash database.
The next move
The tools are on the table. The Council can act on Int 1394-2025. Albany can pass S 4045. Slower turns, clearer crossings, and speed control for the worst offenders would change what happens at Neptune and W 6th.
Take one step now. Tell City Hall and Albany what you want them to pass and where you want fixes built. Start here.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ What changed on Oct 15 at Neptune and W 6th?
▸ How bad is the toll in Brooklyn Community Board 13 since 2022?
▸ Where do people keep getting hurt here?
▸ What are officials doing?
▸ How were these numbers calculated?
▸ What is CrashCount?
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-10-22
- File Int 1394-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-09-25
- File S 4045, Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-12
- ‘Dirty Dozen’ who voted against speed camera program, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-23
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Alec Brook-Krasny
District 46
Council Member Justin L. Brannan
District 47
State Senator Jessica Scarcella-Spanton
District 23
▸ 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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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.
14Int 1353-2025
Brannan co-sponsors bill setting deadlines for school-adjacent traffic devices.▸Aug 14 - Int. 1353 forces DOT to install approved traffic calming or control devices on streets adjacent to schools within 60 days of a traffic study. Exempts major projects. Cuts delays that keep walkers and cyclists exposed to danger.
Bill: Int. 1353 (Int 1353-2025). Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Key dates: filed 07/14/2025; published 08/14/2025. The matter "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the time permitted for the installation of a traffic calming device or traffic control device on any street adjacent to a school" requires DOT to complete installation within 60 days of a traffic study determination, except for major projects. Primary sponsor: Farah N. Louis. Co-sponsors: Jennifer Gutiérrez, Justin L. Brannan, Lincoln Restler, Tiffany Cabán. Safety analysts say the 60-day deadline shrinks harmful delays, likely improving safety for pedestrians and cyclists, aiding crossings, encouraging walking and biking to school, and advancing equity — but benefits depend on enforcement and funding.
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File Int 1353-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1353-2025
Brannan co-sponsors bill shortening installation timelines for school-area traffic devices.▸Aug 14 - Int. 1353 orders the department to finish traffic calming or control devices on streets next to schools within 60 days of a study determination. The law takes effect immediately. Sponsors moved to speed protective infrastructure for children.
Bill Int. 1353-2025 is at SPONSORSHIP and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced 07/14/2025 and recorded 08/14/2025, the matter is titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the time permitted for the installation of a traffic calming device or traffic control device on any street adjacent to a school." The bill requires the department to complete installation within 60 days of a traffic study determination. Primary sponsor Farah N. Louis introduced it. Co-sponsors Jennifer Gutiérrez, Justin L. Brannan, Tiffany Cabán, Lincoln Restler and Shahana K. Hanif signed on. Requiring installation of traffic calming or control devices near schools within 60 days after a study determination is likely to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists by accelerating protective infrastructure, encouraging safer driving, and supporting ‘safety in numbers’ and equitable protection for children; however impact depends on timely, evidence-based device selection and adequate resourcing for implementation.
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File Int 1353-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
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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 License ID Requirement For E‑Bikes▸Aug 12 - City Hall pressed Lyft to demand driver's licenses for Citi Bike e-bikes. The move blocks teens and riders without IDs. Ridership falls. Safety-in-numbers weakens. Equity splits wider while hazardous streets and vehicles remain the real threat.
""a disaster waiting to happen,"" -- Justin L. Brannan
Not a bill — a regulatory request. On August 12, 2025, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro sent a letter to Lyft CEO David Risher asking for "appropriate age verification steps," such as requiring a driver's license or learner's permit. The action follows Mastro's June 5 emergency mandate capping e-bike speeds and a late-July letter from Council Member Justin Brannan, who called the self-reported age system "a disaster waiting to happen." Lyft says it is "currently reviewing" the letter. Safety analysts warn proof-based ID checks create barriers for marginalized riders without licenses, likely cutting mode shift, undermining street equity, and leaving systemic vehicle and infrastructure dangers unaddressed.
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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 Backs Misguided Age Verification For Citi Bike E-bikes▸Aug 9 - Mayor Eric Adams urges age verification for Citi Bike e-bikes after underage teens unlock helmetless, top-speed rides. He pushes Lyft or NYC DOT to add ID checks as reported e-bike crashes rise.
"Council Finance Chair Justin Brannan recently wrote a letter to Lyft asking them to implement age verification, writing, “I hear from parents who are worried about their kids. This is a potential disaster just waiting to happen — and it’s entirely preventable.”" -- Justin L. Brannan
Bill number: none — this is a regulatory request. Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: N/A. Key dates: event 2025-08-09; published 2025-08-09. The matter title reads: "Don't let underage kids on electric Citi Bikes." Mayor Eric Adams is named as supporting age verification for Citi Bike e-bikes. Council Finance Chair Justin Brannan wrote to Lyft asking for ID checks, writing, "I hear from parents who are worried..." The piece urges Lyft to add age verification or for NYC DOT to amend its contract. The article cites more than 400 e-bike crashes year-to-date and a 20% rise. No formal safety impact assessment or safety_impact_note is provided in the record.
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Don’t let underage kids on electric Citi Bikes,
nydailynews.com,
Published 2025-08-09
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Brannan Backs Misguided Ferry Feasibility Measure▸Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
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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.
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Traffic Control Disregarded; Motorcyclist Ejected on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - Drivers crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver was ejected and broke his arm. A sedan passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A driver on a motorcycle and a driver in a sedan crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 21-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. A 30-year-old sedan passenger had a bruised shoulder. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded” was a contributing factor. Police recorded this failure to obey traffic control. The drivers were heading straight before impact. The motorcycle had front-end damage; the sedan’s right side was hit. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No fatalities were reported.
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Sedan Turns Right, Hits Cyclist on Shore Parkway▸Jul 26 - A sedan turning right hit a 35-year-old bicyclist on Shore Parkway. The rider suffered knee and foot injuries, minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor.
The driver of a sedan turned right and hit a 35-year-old male bicyclist on Shore Parkway at Bay 44 Street in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries, with minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. The cyclist was traveling west while the sedan was making a right turn when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report records alcohol involvement by the driver and lists no other driver errors. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupant.
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Driver Inattention Causes Head Injury on 86th Street▸Jul 24 - A distracted driver struck on 86th Street. A young woman suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The crash left her unconscious. Police cite driver inattention as the main cause.
A 24-year-old woman operating a motorized vehicle on 86th Street at West 7th Street in Brooklyn was severely injured. According to the police report, she suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for the vehicle occupants. The data does not mention helmet use or signals as factors. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
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Child Driver Injured in Surf Ave Collision▸Jul 24 - A six-year-old girl suffered a head injury on Surf Ave. Two children were hurt when their motorized vehicle struck a standing car. No driver errors listed. The street remains unforgiving.
Two children were involved in a crash on Surf Ave at W 24 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a six-year-old girl driving an 'Other Motorized' vehicle suffered a head injury, while an eleven-year-old passenger was also hurt. The children's vehicle struck a standing car, damaging the center front end. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The injured child was not using safety equipment, as noted in the data. The crash highlights the risks faced by young road users in city traffic.
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SUV Turns Left, Hits Standing Scooter▸Jul 20 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Neptune Ave and hit a standing scooter. A 44-year-old man suffered a head injury and was listed injured. Police recorded Failure to Yield and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
An SUV driver made a left turn on Neptune Ave at W 8 St and struck a standing scooter. The scooter driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a head injury and was listed injured. According to the police report, the crash involved "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the SUV. The SUV's left front bumper struck the scooter's right front. Both vehicles were traveling west before the collision. The report lists driver errors as the primary contributing factors.
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.
14Int 1353-2025
Brannan co-sponsors bill setting deadlines for school-adjacent traffic devices.▸Aug 14 - Int. 1353 forces DOT to install approved traffic calming or control devices on streets adjacent to schools within 60 days of a traffic study. Exempts major projects. Cuts delays that keep walkers and cyclists exposed to danger.
Bill: Int. 1353 (Int 1353-2025). Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Key dates: filed 07/14/2025; published 08/14/2025. The matter "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the time permitted for the installation of a traffic calming device or traffic control device on any street adjacent to a school" requires DOT to complete installation within 60 days of a traffic study determination, except for major projects. Primary sponsor: Farah N. Louis. Co-sponsors: Jennifer Gutiérrez, Justin L. Brannan, Lincoln Restler, Tiffany Cabán. Safety analysts say the 60-day deadline shrinks harmful delays, likely improving safety for pedestrians and cyclists, aiding crossings, encouraging walking and biking to school, and advancing equity — but benefits depend on enforcement and funding.
-
File Int 1353-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1353-2025
Brannan co-sponsors bill shortening installation timelines for school-area traffic devices.▸Aug 14 - Int. 1353 orders the department to finish traffic calming or control devices on streets next to schools within 60 days of a study determination. The law takes effect immediately. Sponsors moved to speed protective infrastructure for children.
Bill Int. 1353-2025 is at SPONSORSHIP and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced 07/14/2025 and recorded 08/14/2025, the matter is titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the time permitted for the installation of a traffic calming device or traffic control device on any street adjacent to a school." The bill requires the department to complete installation within 60 days of a traffic study determination. Primary sponsor Farah N. Louis introduced it. Co-sponsors Jennifer Gutiérrez, Justin L. Brannan, Tiffany Cabán, Lincoln Restler and Shahana K. Hanif signed on. Requiring installation of traffic calming or control devices near schools within 60 days after a study determination is likely to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists by accelerating protective infrastructure, encouraging safer driving, and supporting ‘safety in numbers’ and equitable protection for children; however impact depends on timely, evidence-based device selection and adequate resourcing for implementation.
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File Int 1353-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
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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 License ID Requirement For E‑Bikes▸Aug 12 - City Hall pressed Lyft to demand driver's licenses for Citi Bike e-bikes. The move blocks teens and riders without IDs. Ridership falls. Safety-in-numbers weakens. Equity splits wider while hazardous streets and vehicles remain the real threat.
""a disaster waiting to happen,"" -- Justin L. Brannan
Not a bill — a regulatory request. On August 12, 2025, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro sent a letter to Lyft CEO David Risher asking for "appropriate age verification steps," such as requiring a driver's license or learner's permit. The action follows Mastro's June 5 emergency mandate capping e-bike speeds and a late-July letter from Council Member Justin Brannan, who called the self-reported age system "a disaster waiting to happen." Lyft says it is "currently reviewing" the letter. Safety analysts warn proof-based ID checks create barriers for marginalized riders without licenses, likely cutting mode shift, undermining street equity, and leaving systemic vehicle and infrastructure dangers unaddressed.
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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 Backs Misguided Age Verification For Citi Bike E-bikes▸Aug 9 - Mayor Eric Adams urges age verification for Citi Bike e-bikes after underage teens unlock helmetless, top-speed rides. He pushes Lyft or NYC DOT to add ID checks as reported e-bike crashes rise.
"Council Finance Chair Justin Brannan recently wrote a letter to Lyft asking them to implement age verification, writing, “I hear from parents who are worried about their kids. This is a potential disaster just waiting to happen — and it’s entirely preventable.”" -- Justin L. Brannan
Bill number: none — this is a regulatory request. Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: N/A. Key dates: event 2025-08-09; published 2025-08-09. The matter title reads: "Don't let underage kids on electric Citi Bikes." Mayor Eric Adams is named as supporting age verification for Citi Bike e-bikes. Council Finance Chair Justin Brannan wrote to Lyft asking for ID checks, writing, "I hear from parents who are worried..." The piece urges Lyft to add age verification or for NYC DOT to amend its contract. The article cites more than 400 e-bike crashes year-to-date and a 20% rise. No formal safety impact assessment or safety_impact_note is provided in the record.
-
Don’t let underage kids on electric Citi Bikes,
nydailynews.com,
Published 2025-08-09
9
Brannan Backs Misguided Ferry Feasibility Measure▸Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
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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.
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Traffic Control Disregarded; Motorcyclist Ejected on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - Drivers crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver was ejected and broke his arm. A sedan passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A driver on a motorcycle and a driver in a sedan crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 21-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. A 30-year-old sedan passenger had a bruised shoulder. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded” was a contributing factor. Police recorded this failure to obey traffic control. The drivers were heading straight before impact. The motorcycle had front-end damage; the sedan’s right side was hit. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No fatalities were reported.
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Sedan Turns Right, Hits Cyclist on Shore Parkway▸Jul 26 - A sedan turning right hit a 35-year-old bicyclist on Shore Parkway. The rider suffered knee and foot injuries, minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor.
The driver of a sedan turned right and hit a 35-year-old male bicyclist on Shore Parkway at Bay 44 Street in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries, with minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. The cyclist was traveling west while the sedan was making a right turn when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report records alcohol involvement by the driver and lists no other driver errors. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupant.
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Driver Inattention Causes Head Injury on 86th Street▸Jul 24 - A distracted driver struck on 86th Street. A young woman suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The crash left her unconscious. Police cite driver inattention as the main cause.
A 24-year-old woman operating a motorized vehicle on 86th Street at West 7th Street in Brooklyn was severely injured. According to the police report, she suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for the vehicle occupants. The data does not mention helmet use or signals as factors. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
24
Child Driver Injured in Surf Ave Collision▸Jul 24 - A six-year-old girl suffered a head injury on Surf Ave. Two children were hurt when their motorized vehicle struck a standing car. No driver errors listed. The street remains unforgiving.
Two children were involved in a crash on Surf Ave at W 24 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a six-year-old girl driving an 'Other Motorized' vehicle suffered a head injury, while an eleven-year-old passenger was also hurt. The children's vehicle struck a standing car, damaging the center front end. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The injured child was not using safety equipment, as noted in the data. The crash highlights the risks faced by young road users in city traffic.
20
SUV Turns Left, Hits Standing Scooter▸Jul 20 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Neptune Ave and hit a standing scooter. A 44-year-old man suffered a head injury and was listed injured. Police recorded Failure to Yield and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
An SUV driver made a left turn on Neptune Ave at W 8 St and struck a standing scooter. The scooter driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a head injury and was listed injured. According to the police report, the crash involved "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the SUV. The SUV's left front bumper struck the scooter's right front. Both vehicles were traveling west before the collision. The report lists driver errors as the primary contributing factors.
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.
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.
14Int 1353-2025
Brannan co-sponsors bill setting deadlines for school-adjacent traffic devices.▸Aug 14 - Int. 1353 forces DOT to install approved traffic calming or control devices on streets adjacent to schools within 60 days of a traffic study. Exempts major projects. Cuts delays that keep walkers and cyclists exposed to danger.
Bill: Int. 1353 (Int 1353-2025). Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Key dates: filed 07/14/2025; published 08/14/2025. The matter "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the time permitted for the installation of a traffic calming device or traffic control device on any street adjacent to a school" requires DOT to complete installation within 60 days of a traffic study determination, except for major projects. Primary sponsor: Farah N. Louis. Co-sponsors: Jennifer Gutiérrez, Justin L. Brannan, Lincoln Restler, Tiffany Cabán. Safety analysts say the 60-day deadline shrinks harmful delays, likely improving safety for pedestrians and cyclists, aiding crossings, encouraging walking and biking to school, and advancing equity — but benefits depend on enforcement and funding.
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File Int 1353-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1353-2025
Brannan co-sponsors bill shortening installation timelines for school-area traffic devices.▸Aug 14 - Int. 1353 orders the department to finish traffic calming or control devices on streets next to schools within 60 days of a study determination. The law takes effect immediately. Sponsors moved to speed protective infrastructure for children.
Bill Int. 1353-2025 is at SPONSORSHIP and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced 07/14/2025 and recorded 08/14/2025, the matter is titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the time permitted for the installation of a traffic calming device or traffic control device on any street adjacent to a school." The bill requires the department to complete installation within 60 days of a traffic study determination. Primary sponsor Farah N. Louis introduced it. Co-sponsors Jennifer Gutiérrez, Justin L. Brannan, Tiffany Cabán, Lincoln Restler and Shahana K. Hanif signed on. Requiring installation of traffic calming or control devices near schools within 60 days after a study determination is likely to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists by accelerating protective infrastructure, encouraging safer driving, and supporting ‘safety in numbers’ and equitable protection for children; however impact depends on timely, evidence-based device selection and adequate resourcing for implementation.
-
File Int 1353-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
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 License ID Requirement For E‑Bikes▸Aug 12 - City Hall pressed Lyft to demand driver's licenses for Citi Bike e-bikes. The move blocks teens and riders without IDs. Ridership falls. Safety-in-numbers weakens. Equity splits wider while hazardous streets and vehicles remain the real threat.
""a disaster waiting to happen,"" -- Justin L. Brannan
Not a bill — a regulatory request. On August 12, 2025, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro sent a letter to Lyft CEO David Risher asking for "appropriate age verification steps," such as requiring a driver's license or learner's permit. The action follows Mastro's June 5 emergency mandate capping e-bike speeds and a late-July letter from Council Member Justin Brannan, who called the self-reported age system "a disaster waiting to happen." Lyft says it is "currently reviewing" the letter. Safety analysts warn proof-based ID checks create barriers for marginalized riders without licenses, likely cutting mode shift, undermining street equity, and leaving systemic vehicle and infrastructure dangers unaddressed.
-
NYC asks Lyft to require ID for Citi Bike e-bikes to curb underage riders,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-12
9
Brannan Backs Misguided Age Verification For Citi Bike E-bikes▸Aug 9 - Mayor Eric Adams urges age verification for Citi Bike e-bikes after underage teens unlock helmetless, top-speed rides. He pushes Lyft or NYC DOT to add ID checks as reported e-bike crashes rise.
"Council Finance Chair Justin Brannan recently wrote a letter to Lyft asking them to implement age verification, writing, “I hear from parents who are worried about their kids. This is a potential disaster just waiting to happen — and it’s entirely preventable.”" -- Justin L. Brannan
Bill number: none — this is a regulatory request. Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: N/A. Key dates: event 2025-08-09; published 2025-08-09. The matter title reads: "Don't let underage kids on electric Citi Bikes." Mayor Eric Adams is named as supporting age verification for Citi Bike e-bikes. Council Finance Chair Justin Brannan wrote to Lyft asking for ID checks, writing, "I hear from parents who are worried..." The piece urges Lyft to add age verification or for NYC DOT to amend its contract. The article cites more than 400 e-bike crashes year-to-date and a 20% rise. No formal safety impact assessment or safety_impact_note is provided in the record.
-
Don’t let underage kids on electric Citi Bikes,
nydailynews.com,
Published 2025-08-09
9
Brannan Backs Misguided Ferry Feasibility Measure▸Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
-
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.
27
Traffic Control Disregarded; Motorcyclist Ejected on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - Drivers crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver was ejected and broke his arm. A sedan passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A driver on a motorcycle and a driver in a sedan crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 21-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. A 30-year-old sedan passenger had a bruised shoulder. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded” was a contributing factor. Police recorded this failure to obey traffic control. The drivers were heading straight before impact. The motorcycle had front-end damage; the sedan’s right side was hit. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No fatalities were reported.
26
Sedan Turns Right, Hits Cyclist on Shore Parkway▸Jul 26 - A sedan turning right hit a 35-year-old bicyclist on Shore Parkway. The rider suffered knee and foot injuries, minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor.
The driver of a sedan turned right and hit a 35-year-old male bicyclist on Shore Parkway at Bay 44 Street in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries, with minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. The cyclist was traveling west while the sedan was making a right turn when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report records alcohol involvement by the driver and lists no other driver errors. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupant.
24
Driver Inattention Causes Head Injury on 86th Street▸Jul 24 - A distracted driver struck on 86th Street. A young woman suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The crash left her unconscious. Police cite driver inattention as the main cause.
A 24-year-old woman operating a motorized vehicle on 86th Street at West 7th Street in Brooklyn was severely injured. According to the police report, she suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for the vehicle occupants. The data does not mention helmet use or signals as factors. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
24
Child Driver Injured in Surf Ave Collision▸Jul 24 - A six-year-old girl suffered a head injury on Surf Ave. Two children were hurt when their motorized vehicle struck a standing car. No driver errors listed. The street remains unforgiving.
Two children were involved in a crash on Surf Ave at W 24 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a six-year-old girl driving an 'Other Motorized' vehicle suffered a head injury, while an eleven-year-old passenger was also hurt. The children's vehicle struck a standing car, damaging the center front end. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The injured child was not using safety equipment, as noted in the data. The crash highlights the risks faced by young road users in city traffic.
20
SUV Turns Left, Hits Standing Scooter▸Jul 20 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Neptune Ave and hit a standing scooter. A 44-year-old man suffered a head injury and was listed injured. Police recorded Failure to Yield and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
An SUV driver made a left turn on Neptune Ave at W 8 St and struck a standing scooter. The scooter driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a head injury and was listed injured. According to the police report, the crash involved "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the SUV. The SUV's left front bumper struck the scooter's right front. Both vehicles were traveling west before the collision. The report lists driver errors as the primary contributing factors.
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.
14Int 1353-2025
Brannan co-sponsors bill setting deadlines for school-adjacent traffic devices.▸Aug 14 - Int. 1353 forces DOT to install approved traffic calming or control devices on streets adjacent to schools within 60 days of a traffic study. Exempts major projects. Cuts delays that keep walkers and cyclists exposed to danger.
Bill: Int. 1353 (Int 1353-2025). Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Key dates: filed 07/14/2025; published 08/14/2025. The matter "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the time permitted for the installation of a traffic calming device or traffic control device on any street adjacent to a school" requires DOT to complete installation within 60 days of a traffic study determination, except for major projects. Primary sponsor: Farah N. Louis. Co-sponsors: Jennifer Gutiérrez, Justin L. Brannan, Lincoln Restler, Tiffany Cabán. Safety analysts say the 60-day deadline shrinks harmful delays, likely improving safety for pedestrians and cyclists, aiding crossings, encouraging walking and biking to school, and advancing equity — but benefits depend on enforcement and funding.
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File Int 1353-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1353-2025
Brannan co-sponsors bill shortening installation timelines for school-area traffic devices.▸Aug 14 - Int. 1353 orders the department to finish traffic calming or control devices on streets next to schools within 60 days of a study determination. The law takes effect immediately. Sponsors moved to speed protective infrastructure for children.
Bill Int. 1353-2025 is at SPONSORSHIP and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced 07/14/2025 and recorded 08/14/2025, the matter is titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the time permitted for the installation of a traffic calming device or traffic control device on any street adjacent to a school." The bill requires the department to complete installation within 60 days of a traffic study determination. Primary sponsor Farah N. Louis introduced it. Co-sponsors Jennifer Gutiérrez, Justin L. Brannan, Tiffany Cabán, Lincoln Restler and Shahana K. Hanif signed on. Requiring installation of traffic calming or control devices near schools within 60 days after a study determination is likely to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists by accelerating protective infrastructure, encouraging safer driving, and supporting ‘safety in numbers’ and equitable protection for children; however impact depends on timely, evidence-based device selection and adequate resourcing for implementation.
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File Int 1353-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
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 License ID Requirement For E‑Bikes▸Aug 12 - City Hall pressed Lyft to demand driver's licenses for Citi Bike e-bikes. The move blocks teens and riders without IDs. Ridership falls. Safety-in-numbers weakens. Equity splits wider while hazardous streets and vehicles remain the real threat.
""a disaster waiting to happen,"" -- Justin L. Brannan
Not a bill — a regulatory request. On August 12, 2025, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro sent a letter to Lyft CEO David Risher asking for "appropriate age verification steps," such as requiring a driver's license or learner's permit. The action follows Mastro's June 5 emergency mandate capping e-bike speeds and a late-July letter from Council Member Justin Brannan, who called the self-reported age system "a disaster waiting to happen." Lyft says it is "currently reviewing" the letter. Safety analysts warn proof-based ID checks create barriers for marginalized riders without licenses, likely cutting mode shift, undermining street equity, and leaving systemic vehicle and infrastructure dangers unaddressed.
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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 Backs Misguided Age Verification For Citi Bike E-bikes▸Aug 9 - Mayor Eric Adams urges age verification for Citi Bike e-bikes after underage teens unlock helmetless, top-speed rides. He pushes Lyft or NYC DOT to add ID checks as reported e-bike crashes rise.
"Council Finance Chair Justin Brannan recently wrote a letter to Lyft asking them to implement age verification, writing, “I hear from parents who are worried about their kids. This is a potential disaster just waiting to happen — and it’s entirely preventable.”" -- Justin L. Brannan
Bill number: none — this is a regulatory request. Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: N/A. Key dates: event 2025-08-09; published 2025-08-09. The matter title reads: "Don't let underage kids on electric Citi Bikes." Mayor Eric Adams is named as supporting age verification for Citi Bike e-bikes. Council Finance Chair Justin Brannan wrote to Lyft asking for ID checks, writing, "I hear from parents who are worried..." The piece urges Lyft to add age verification or for NYC DOT to amend its contract. The article cites more than 400 e-bike crashes year-to-date and a 20% rise. No formal safety impact assessment or safety_impact_note is provided in the record.
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Don’t let underage kids on electric Citi Bikes,
nydailynews.com,
Published 2025-08-09
9
Brannan Backs Misguided Ferry Feasibility Measure▸Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
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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.
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.
27
Traffic Control Disregarded; Motorcyclist Ejected on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - Drivers crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver was ejected and broke his arm. A sedan passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A driver on a motorcycle and a driver in a sedan crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 21-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. A 30-year-old sedan passenger had a bruised shoulder. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded” was a contributing factor. Police recorded this failure to obey traffic control. The drivers were heading straight before impact. The motorcycle had front-end damage; the sedan’s right side was hit. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No fatalities were reported.
26
Sedan Turns Right, Hits Cyclist on Shore Parkway▸Jul 26 - A sedan turning right hit a 35-year-old bicyclist on Shore Parkway. The rider suffered knee and foot injuries, minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor.
The driver of a sedan turned right and hit a 35-year-old male bicyclist on Shore Parkway at Bay 44 Street in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries, with minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. The cyclist was traveling west while the sedan was making a right turn when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report records alcohol involvement by the driver and lists no other driver errors. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupant.
24
Driver Inattention Causes Head Injury on 86th Street▸Jul 24 - A distracted driver struck on 86th Street. A young woman suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The crash left her unconscious. Police cite driver inattention as the main cause.
A 24-year-old woman operating a motorized vehicle on 86th Street at West 7th Street in Brooklyn was severely injured. According to the police report, she suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for the vehicle occupants. The data does not mention helmet use or signals as factors. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
24
Child Driver Injured in Surf Ave Collision▸Jul 24 - A six-year-old girl suffered a head injury on Surf Ave. Two children were hurt when their motorized vehicle struck a standing car. No driver errors listed. The street remains unforgiving.
Two children were involved in a crash on Surf Ave at W 24 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a six-year-old girl driving an 'Other Motorized' vehicle suffered a head injury, while an eleven-year-old passenger was also hurt. The children's vehicle struck a standing car, damaging the center front end. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The injured child was not using safety equipment, as noted in the data. The crash highlights the risks faced by young road users in city traffic.
20
SUV Turns Left, Hits Standing Scooter▸Jul 20 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Neptune Ave and hit a standing scooter. A 44-year-old man suffered a head injury and was listed injured. Police recorded Failure to Yield and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
An SUV driver made a left turn on Neptune Ave at W 8 St and struck a standing scooter. The scooter driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a head injury and was listed injured. According to the police report, the crash involved "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the SUV. The SUV's left front bumper struck the scooter's right front. Both vehicles were traveling west before the collision. The report lists driver errors as the primary contributing factors.
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.
14Int 1353-2025
Brannan co-sponsors bill setting deadlines for school-adjacent traffic devices.▸Aug 14 - Int. 1353 forces DOT to install approved traffic calming or control devices on streets adjacent to schools within 60 days of a traffic study. Exempts major projects. Cuts delays that keep walkers and cyclists exposed to danger.
Bill: Int. 1353 (Int 1353-2025). Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Key dates: filed 07/14/2025; published 08/14/2025. The matter "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the time permitted for the installation of a traffic calming device or traffic control device on any street adjacent to a school" requires DOT to complete installation within 60 days of a traffic study determination, except for major projects. Primary sponsor: Farah N. Louis. Co-sponsors: Jennifer Gutiérrez, Justin L. Brannan, Lincoln Restler, Tiffany Cabán. Safety analysts say the 60-day deadline shrinks harmful delays, likely improving safety for pedestrians and cyclists, aiding crossings, encouraging walking and biking to school, and advancing equity — but benefits depend on enforcement and funding.
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File Int 1353-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1353-2025
Brannan co-sponsors bill shortening installation timelines for school-area traffic devices.▸Aug 14 - Int. 1353 orders the department to finish traffic calming or control devices on streets next to schools within 60 days of a study determination. The law takes effect immediately. Sponsors moved to speed protective infrastructure for children.
Bill Int. 1353-2025 is at SPONSORSHIP and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced 07/14/2025 and recorded 08/14/2025, the matter is titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the time permitted for the installation of a traffic calming device or traffic control device on any street adjacent to a school." The bill requires the department to complete installation within 60 days of a traffic study determination. Primary sponsor Farah N. Louis introduced it. Co-sponsors Jennifer Gutiérrez, Justin L. Brannan, Tiffany Cabán, Lincoln Restler and Shahana K. Hanif signed on. Requiring installation of traffic calming or control devices near schools within 60 days after a study determination is likely to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists by accelerating protective infrastructure, encouraging safer driving, and supporting ‘safety in numbers’ and equitable protection for children; however impact depends on timely, evidence-based device selection and adequate resourcing for implementation.
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File Int 1353-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
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 License ID Requirement For E‑Bikes▸Aug 12 - City Hall pressed Lyft to demand driver's licenses for Citi Bike e-bikes. The move blocks teens and riders without IDs. Ridership falls. Safety-in-numbers weakens. Equity splits wider while hazardous streets and vehicles remain the real threat.
""a disaster waiting to happen,"" -- Justin L. Brannan
Not a bill — a regulatory request. On August 12, 2025, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro sent a letter to Lyft CEO David Risher asking for "appropriate age verification steps," such as requiring a driver's license or learner's permit. The action follows Mastro's June 5 emergency mandate capping e-bike speeds and a late-July letter from Council Member Justin Brannan, who called the self-reported age system "a disaster waiting to happen." Lyft says it is "currently reviewing" the letter. Safety analysts warn proof-based ID checks create barriers for marginalized riders without licenses, likely cutting mode shift, undermining street equity, and leaving systemic vehicle and infrastructure dangers unaddressed.
-
NYC asks Lyft to require ID for Citi Bike e-bikes to curb underage riders,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-12
9
Brannan Backs Misguided Age Verification For Citi Bike E-bikes▸Aug 9 - Mayor Eric Adams urges age verification for Citi Bike e-bikes after underage teens unlock helmetless, top-speed rides. He pushes Lyft or NYC DOT to add ID checks as reported e-bike crashes rise.
"Council Finance Chair Justin Brannan recently wrote a letter to Lyft asking them to implement age verification, writing, “I hear from parents who are worried about their kids. This is a potential disaster just waiting to happen — and it’s entirely preventable.”" -- Justin L. Brannan
Bill number: none — this is a regulatory request. Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: N/A. Key dates: event 2025-08-09; published 2025-08-09. The matter title reads: "Don't let underage kids on electric Citi Bikes." Mayor Eric Adams is named as supporting age verification for Citi Bike e-bikes. Council Finance Chair Justin Brannan wrote to Lyft asking for ID checks, writing, "I hear from parents who are worried..." The piece urges Lyft to add age verification or for NYC DOT to amend its contract. The article cites more than 400 e-bike crashes year-to-date and a 20% rise. No formal safety impact assessment or safety_impact_note is provided in the record.
-
Don’t let underage kids on electric Citi Bikes,
nydailynews.com,
Published 2025-08-09
9
Brannan Backs Misguided Ferry Feasibility Measure▸Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
-
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.
27
Traffic Control Disregarded; Motorcyclist Ejected on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - Drivers crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver was ejected and broke his arm. A sedan passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A driver on a motorcycle and a driver in a sedan crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 21-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. A 30-year-old sedan passenger had a bruised shoulder. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded” was a contributing factor. Police recorded this failure to obey traffic control. The drivers were heading straight before impact. The motorcycle had front-end damage; the sedan’s right side was hit. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No fatalities were reported.
26
Sedan Turns Right, Hits Cyclist on Shore Parkway▸Jul 26 - A sedan turning right hit a 35-year-old bicyclist on Shore Parkway. The rider suffered knee and foot injuries, minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor.
The driver of a sedan turned right and hit a 35-year-old male bicyclist on Shore Parkway at Bay 44 Street in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries, with minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. The cyclist was traveling west while the sedan was making a right turn when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report records alcohol involvement by the driver and lists no other driver errors. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupant.
24
Driver Inattention Causes Head Injury on 86th Street▸Jul 24 - A distracted driver struck on 86th Street. A young woman suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The crash left her unconscious. Police cite driver inattention as the main cause.
A 24-year-old woman operating a motorized vehicle on 86th Street at West 7th Street in Brooklyn was severely injured. According to the police report, she suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for the vehicle occupants. The data does not mention helmet use or signals as factors. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
24
Child Driver Injured in Surf Ave Collision▸Jul 24 - A six-year-old girl suffered a head injury on Surf Ave. Two children were hurt when their motorized vehicle struck a standing car. No driver errors listed. The street remains unforgiving.
Two children were involved in a crash on Surf Ave at W 24 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a six-year-old girl driving an 'Other Motorized' vehicle suffered a head injury, while an eleven-year-old passenger was also hurt. The children's vehicle struck a standing car, damaging the center front end. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The injured child was not using safety equipment, as noted in the data. The crash highlights the risks faced by young road users in city traffic.
20
SUV Turns Left, Hits Standing Scooter▸Jul 20 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Neptune Ave and hit a standing scooter. A 44-year-old man suffered a head injury and was listed injured. Police recorded Failure to Yield and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
An SUV driver made a left turn on Neptune Ave at W 8 St and struck a standing scooter. The scooter driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a head injury and was listed injured. According to the police report, the crash involved "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the SUV. The SUV's left front bumper struck the scooter's right front. Both vehicles were traveling west before the collision. The report lists driver errors as the primary contributing factors.
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.
14Int 1353-2025
Brannan co-sponsors bill setting deadlines for school-adjacent traffic devices.▸Aug 14 - Int. 1353 forces DOT to install approved traffic calming or control devices on streets adjacent to schools within 60 days of a traffic study. Exempts major projects. Cuts delays that keep walkers and cyclists exposed to danger.
Bill: Int. 1353 (Int 1353-2025). Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Key dates: filed 07/14/2025; published 08/14/2025. The matter "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the time permitted for the installation of a traffic calming device or traffic control device on any street adjacent to a school" requires DOT to complete installation within 60 days of a traffic study determination, except for major projects. Primary sponsor: Farah N. Louis. Co-sponsors: Jennifer Gutiérrez, Justin L. Brannan, Lincoln Restler, Tiffany Cabán. Safety analysts say the 60-day deadline shrinks harmful delays, likely improving safety for pedestrians and cyclists, aiding crossings, encouraging walking and biking to school, and advancing equity — but benefits depend on enforcement and funding.
-
File Int 1353-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1353-2025
Brannan co-sponsors bill shortening installation timelines for school-area traffic devices.▸Aug 14 - Int. 1353 orders the department to finish traffic calming or control devices on streets next to schools within 60 days of a study determination. The law takes effect immediately. Sponsors moved to speed protective infrastructure for children.
Bill Int. 1353-2025 is at SPONSORSHIP and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced 07/14/2025 and recorded 08/14/2025, the matter is titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the time permitted for the installation of a traffic calming device or traffic control device on any street adjacent to a school." The bill requires the department to complete installation within 60 days of a traffic study determination. Primary sponsor Farah N. Louis introduced it. Co-sponsors Jennifer Gutiérrez, Justin L. Brannan, Tiffany Cabán, Lincoln Restler and Shahana K. Hanif signed on. Requiring installation of traffic calming or control devices near schools within 60 days after a study determination is likely to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists by accelerating protective infrastructure, encouraging safer driving, and supporting ‘safety in numbers’ and equitable protection for children; however impact depends on timely, evidence-based device selection and adequate resourcing for implementation.
-
File Int 1353-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
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 License ID Requirement For E‑Bikes▸Aug 12 - City Hall pressed Lyft to demand driver's licenses for Citi Bike e-bikes. The move blocks teens and riders without IDs. Ridership falls. Safety-in-numbers weakens. Equity splits wider while hazardous streets and vehicles remain the real threat.
""a disaster waiting to happen,"" -- Justin L. Brannan
Not a bill — a regulatory request. On August 12, 2025, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro sent a letter to Lyft CEO David Risher asking for "appropriate age verification steps," such as requiring a driver's license or learner's permit. The action follows Mastro's June 5 emergency mandate capping e-bike speeds and a late-July letter from Council Member Justin Brannan, who called the self-reported age system "a disaster waiting to happen." Lyft says it is "currently reviewing" the letter. Safety analysts warn proof-based ID checks create barriers for marginalized riders without licenses, likely cutting mode shift, undermining street equity, and leaving systemic vehicle and infrastructure dangers unaddressed.
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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 Backs Misguided Age Verification For Citi Bike E-bikes▸Aug 9 - Mayor Eric Adams urges age verification for Citi Bike e-bikes after underage teens unlock helmetless, top-speed rides. He pushes Lyft or NYC DOT to add ID checks as reported e-bike crashes rise.
"Council Finance Chair Justin Brannan recently wrote a letter to Lyft asking them to implement age verification, writing, “I hear from parents who are worried about their kids. This is a potential disaster just waiting to happen — and it’s entirely preventable.”" -- Justin L. Brannan
Bill number: none — this is a regulatory request. Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: N/A. Key dates: event 2025-08-09; published 2025-08-09. The matter title reads: "Don't let underage kids on electric Citi Bikes." Mayor Eric Adams is named as supporting age verification for Citi Bike e-bikes. Council Finance Chair Justin Brannan wrote to Lyft asking for ID checks, writing, "I hear from parents who are worried..." The piece urges Lyft to add age verification or for NYC DOT to amend its contract. The article cites more than 400 e-bike crashes year-to-date and a 20% rise. No formal safety impact assessment or safety_impact_note is provided in the record.
-
Don’t let underage kids on electric Citi Bikes,
nydailynews.com,
Published 2025-08-09
9
Brannan Backs Misguided Ferry Feasibility Measure▸Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
-
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.
27
Traffic Control Disregarded; Motorcyclist Ejected on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - Drivers crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver was ejected and broke his arm. A sedan passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A driver on a motorcycle and a driver in a sedan crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 21-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. A 30-year-old sedan passenger had a bruised shoulder. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded” was a contributing factor. Police recorded this failure to obey traffic control. The drivers were heading straight before impact. The motorcycle had front-end damage; the sedan’s right side was hit. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No fatalities were reported.
26
Sedan Turns Right, Hits Cyclist on Shore Parkway▸Jul 26 - A sedan turning right hit a 35-year-old bicyclist on Shore Parkway. The rider suffered knee and foot injuries, minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor.
The driver of a sedan turned right and hit a 35-year-old male bicyclist on Shore Parkway at Bay 44 Street in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries, with minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. The cyclist was traveling west while the sedan was making a right turn when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report records alcohol involvement by the driver and lists no other driver errors. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupant.
24
Driver Inattention Causes Head Injury on 86th Street▸Jul 24 - A distracted driver struck on 86th Street. A young woman suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The crash left her unconscious. Police cite driver inattention as the main cause.
A 24-year-old woman operating a motorized vehicle on 86th Street at West 7th Street in Brooklyn was severely injured. According to the police report, she suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for the vehicle occupants. The data does not mention helmet use or signals as factors. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
24
Child Driver Injured in Surf Ave Collision▸Jul 24 - A six-year-old girl suffered a head injury on Surf Ave. Two children were hurt when their motorized vehicle struck a standing car. No driver errors listed. The street remains unforgiving.
Two children were involved in a crash on Surf Ave at W 24 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a six-year-old girl driving an 'Other Motorized' vehicle suffered a head injury, while an eleven-year-old passenger was also hurt. The children's vehicle struck a standing car, damaging the center front end. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The injured child was not using safety equipment, as noted in the data. The crash highlights the risks faced by young road users in city traffic.
20
SUV Turns Left, Hits Standing Scooter▸Jul 20 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Neptune Ave and hit a standing scooter. A 44-year-old man suffered a head injury and was listed injured. Police recorded Failure to Yield and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
An SUV driver made a left turn on Neptune Ave at W 8 St and struck a standing scooter. The scooter driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a head injury and was listed injured. According to the police report, the crash involved "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the SUV. The SUV's left front bumper struck the scooter's right front. Both vehicles were traveling west before the collision. The report lists driver errors as the primary contributing factors.
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.
14Int 1353-2025
Brannan co-sponsors bill setting deadlines for school-adjacent traffic devices.▸Aug 14 - Int. 1353 forces DOT to install approved traffic calming or control devices on streets adjacent to schools within 60 days of a traffic study. Exempts major projects. Cuts delays that keep walkers and cyclists exposed to danger.
Bill: Int. 1353 (Int 1353-2025). Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Key dates: filed 07/14/2025; published 08/14/2025. The matter "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the time permitted for the installation of a traffic calming device or traffic control device on any street adjacent to a school" requires DOT to complete installation within 60 days of a traffic study determination, except for major projects. Primary sponsor: Farah N. Louis. Co-sponsors: Jennifer Gutiérrez, Justin L. Brannan, Lincoln Restler, Tiffany Cabán. Safety analysts say the 60-day deadline shrinks harmful delays, likely improving safety for pedestrians and cyclists, aiding crossings, encouraging walking and biking to school, and advancing equity — but benefits depend on enforcement and funding.
-
File Int 1353-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1353-2025
Brannan co-sponsors bill shortening installation timelines for school-area traffic devices.▸Aug 14 - Int. 1353 orders the department to finish traffic calming or control devices on streets next to schools within 60 days of a study determination. The law takes effect immediately. Sponsors moved to speed protective infrastructure for children.
Bill Int. 1353-2025 is at SPONSORSHIP and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced 07/14/2025 and recorded 08/14/2025, the matter is titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the time permitted for the installation of a traffic calming device or traffic control device on any street adjacent to a school." The bill requires the department to complete installation within 60 days of a traffic study determination. Primary sponsor Farah N. Louis introduced it. Co-sponsors Jennifer Gutiérrez, Justin L. Brannan, Tiffany Cabán, Lincoln Restler and Shahana K. Hanif signed on. Requiring installation of traffic calming or control devices near schools within 60 days after a study determination is likely to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists by accelerating protective infrastructure, encouraging safer driving, and supporting ‘safety in numbers’ and equitable protection for children; however impact depends on timely, evidence-based device selection and adequate resourcing for implementation.
-
File Int 1353-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
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 License ID Requirement For E‑Bikes▸Aug 12 - City Hall pressed Lyft to demand driver's licenses for Citi Bike e-bikes. The move blocks teens and riders without IDs. Ridership falls. Safety-in-numbers weakens. Equity splits wider while hazardous streets and vehicles remain the real threat.
""a disaster waiting to happen,"" -- Justin L. Brannan
Not a bill — a regulatory request. On August 12, 2025, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro sent a letter to Lyft CEO David Risher asking for "appropriate age verification steps," such as requiring a driver's license or learner's permit. The action follows Mastro's June 5 emergency mandate capping e-bike speeds and a late-July letter from Council Member Justin Brannan, who called the self-reported age system "a disaster waiting to happen." Lyft says it is "currently reviewing" the letter. Safety analysts warn proof-based ID checks create barriers for marginalized riders without licenses, likely cutting mode shift, undermining street equity, and leaving systemic vehicle and infrastructure dangers unaddressed.
-
NYC asks Lyft to require ID for Citi Bike e-bikes to curb underage riders,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-12
9
Brannan Backs Misguided Age Verification For Citi Bike E-bikes▸Aug 9 - Mayor Eric Adams urges age verification for Citi Bike e-bikes after underage teens unlock helmetless, top-speed rides. He pushes Lyft or NYC DOT to add ID checks as reported e-bike crashes rise.
"Council Finance Chair Justin Brannan recently wrote a letter to Lyft asking them to implement age verification, writing, “I hear from parents who are worried about their kids. This is a potential disaster just waiting to happen — and it’s entirely preventable.”" -- Justin L. Brannan
Bill number: none — this is a regulatory request. Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: N/A. Key dates: event 2025-08-09; published 2025-08-09. The matter title reads: "Don't let underage kids on electric Citi Bikes." Mayor Eric Adams is named as supporting age verification for Citi Bike e-bikes. Council Finance Chair Justin Brannan wrote to Lyft asking for ID checks, writing, "I hear from parents who are worried..." The piece urges Lyft to add age verification or for NYC DOT to amend its contract. The article cites more than 400 e-bike crashes year-to-date and a 20% rise. No formal safety impact assessment or safety_impact_note is provided in the record.
-
Don’t let underage kids on electric Citi Bikes,
nydailynews.com,
Published 2025-08-09
9
Brannan Backs Misguided Ferry Feasibility Measure▸Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
-
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.
27
Traffic Control Disregarded; Motorcyclist Ejected on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - Drivers crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver was ejected and broke his arm. A sedan passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A driver on a motorcycle and a driver in a sedan crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 21-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. A 30-year-old sedan passenger had a bruised shoulder. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded” was a contributing factor. Police recorded this failure to obey traffic control. The drivers were heading straight before impact. The motorcycle had front-end damage; the sedan’s right side was hit. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No fatalities were reported.
26
Sedan Turns Right, Hits Cyclist on Shore Parkway▸Jul 26 - A sedan turning right hit a 35-year-old bicyclist on Shore Parkway. The rider suffered knee and foot injuries, minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor.
The driver of a sedan turned right and hit a 35-year-old male bicyclist on Shore Parkway at Bay 44 Street in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries, with minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. The cyclist was traveling west while the sedan was making a right turn when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report records alcohol involvement by the driver and lists no other driver errors. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupant.
24
Driver Inattention Causes Head Injury on 86th Street▸Jul 24 - A distracted driver struck on 86th Street. A young woman suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The crash left her unconscious. Police cite driver inattention as the main cause.
A 24-year-old woman operating a motorized vehicle on 86th Street at West 7th Street in Brooklyn was severely injured. According to the police report, she suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for the vehicle occupants. The data does not mention helmet use or signals as factors. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
24
Child Driver Injured in Surf Ave Collision▸Jul 24 - A six-year-old girl suffered a head injury on Surf Ave. Two children were hurt when their motorized vehicle struck a standing car. No driver errors listed. The street remains unforgiving.
Two children were involved in a crash on Surf Ave at W 24 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a six-year-old girl driving an 'Other Motorized' vehicle suffered a head injury, while an eleven-year-old passenger was also hurt. The children's vehicle struck a standing car, damaging the center front end. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The injured child was not using safety equipment, as noted in the data. The crash highlights the risks faced by young road users in city traffic.
20
SUV Turns Left, Hits Standing Scooter▸Jul 20 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Neptune Ave and hit a standing scooter. A 44-year-old man suffered a head injury and was listed injured. Police recorded Failure to Yield and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
An SUV driver made a left turn on Neptune Ave at W 8 St and struck a standing scooter. The scooter driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a head injury and was listed injured. According to the police report, the crash involved "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the SUV. The SUV's left front bumper struck the scooter's right front. Both vehicles were traveling west before the collision. The report lists driver errors as the primary contributing factors.
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.
14Int 1353-2025
Brannan co-sponsors bill setting deadlines for school-adjacent traffic devices.▸Aug 14 - Int. 1353 forces DOT to install approved traffic calming or control devices on streets adjacent to schools within 60 days of a traffic study. Exempts major projects. Cuts delays that keep walkers and cyclists exposed to danger.
Bill: Int. 1353 (Int 1353-2025). Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Key dates: filed 07/14/2025; published 08/14/2025. The matter "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the time permitted for the installation of a traffic calming device or traffic control device on any street adjacent to a school" requires DOT to complete installation within 60 days of a traffic study determination, except for major projects. Primary sponsor: Farah N. Louis. Co-sponsors: Jennifer Gutiérrez, Justin L. Brannan, Lincoln Restler, Tiffany Cabán. Safety analysts say the 60-day deadline shrinks harmful delays, likely improving safety for pedestrians and cyclists, aiding crossings, encouraging walking and biking to school, and advancing equity — but benefits depend on enforcement and funding.
-
File Int 1353-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1353-2025
Brannan co-sponsors bill shortening installation timelines for school-area traffic devices.▸Aug 14 - Int. 1353 orders the department to finish traffic calming or control devices on streets next to schools within 60 days of a study determination. The law takes effect immediately. Sponsors moved to speed protective infrastructure for children.
Bill Int. 1353-2025 is at SPONSORSHIP and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced 07/14/2025 and recorded 08/14/2025, the matter is titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the time permitted for the installation of a traffic calming device or traffic control device on any street adjacent to a school." The bill requires the department to complete installation within 60 days of a traffic study determination. Primary sponsor Farah N. Louis introduced it. Co-sponsors Jennifer Gutiérrez, Justin L. Brannan, Tiffany Cabán, Lincoln Restler and Shahana K. Hanif signed on. Requiring installation of traffic calming or control devices near schools within 60 days after a study determination is likely to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists by accelerating protective infrastructure, encouraging safer driving, and supporting ‘safety in numbers’ and equitable protection for children; however impact depends on timely, evidence-based device selection and adequate resourcing for implementation.
-
File Int 1353-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
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 License ID Requirement For E‑Bikes▸Aug 12 - City Hall pressed Lyft to demand driver's licenses for Citi Bike e-bikes. The move blocks teens and riders without IDs. Ridership falls. Safety-in-numbers weakens. Equity splits wider while hazardous streets and vehicles remain the real threat.
""a disaster waiting to happen,"" -- Justin L. Brannan
Not a bill — a regulatory request. On August 12, 2025, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro sent a letter to Lyft CEO David Risher asking for "appropriate age verification steps," such as requiring a driver's license or learner's permit. The action follows Mastro's June 5 emergency mandate capping e-bike speeds and a late-July letter from Council Member Justin Brannan, who called the self-reported age system "a disaster waiting to happen." Lyft says it is "currently reviewing" the letter. Safety analysts warn proof-based ID checks create barriers for marginalized riders without licenses, likely cutting mode shift, undermining street equity, and leaving systemic vehicle and infrastructure dangers unaddressed.
-
NYC asks Lyft to require ID for Citi Bike e-bikes to curb underage riders,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-12
9
Brannan Backs Misguided Age Verification For Citi Bike E-bikes▸Aug 9 - Mayor Eric Adams urges age verification for Citi Bike e-bikes after underage teens unlock helmetless, top-speed rides. He pushes Lyft or NYC DOT to add ID checks as reported e-bike crashes rise.
"Council Finance Chair Justin Brannan recently wrote a letter to Lyft asking them to implement age verification, writing, “I hear from parents who are worried about their kids. This is a potential disaster just waiting to happen — and it’s entirely preventable.”" -- Justin L. Brannan
Bill number: none — this is a regulatory request. Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: N/A. Key dates: event 2025-08-09; published 2025-08-09. The matter title reads: "Don't let underage kids on electric Citi Bikes." Mayor Eric Adams is named as supporting age verification for Citi Bike e-bikes. Council Finance Chair Justin Brannan wrote to Lyft asking for ID checks, writing, "I hear from parents who are worried..." The piece urges Lyft to add age verification or for NYC DOT to amend its contract. The article cites more than 400 e-bike crashes year-to-date and a 20% rise. No formal safety impact assessment or safety_impact_note is provided in the record.
-
Don’t let underage kids on electric Citi Bikes,
nydailynews.com,
Published 2025-08-09
9
Brannan Backs Misguided Ferry Feasibility Measure▸Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
-
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.
27
Traffic Control Disregarded; Motorcyclist Ejected on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - Drivers crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver was ejected and broke his arm. A sedan passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A driver on a motorcycle and a driver in a sedan crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 21-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. A 30-year-old sedan passenger had a bruised shoulder. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded” was a contributing factor. Police recorded this failure to obey traffic control. The drivers were heading straight before impact. The motorcycle had front-end damage; the sedan’s right side was hit. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No fatalities were reported.
26
Sedan Turns Right, Hits Cyclist on Shore Parkway▸Jul 26 - A sedan turning right hit a 35-year-old bicyclist on Shore Parkway. The rider suffered knee and foot injuries, minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor.
The driver of a sedan turned right and hit a 35-year-old male bicyclist on Shore Parkway at Bay 44 Street in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries, with minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. The cyclist was traveling west while the sedan was making a right turn when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report records alcohol involvement by the driver and lists no other driver errors. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupant.
24
Driver Inattention Causes Head Injury on 86th Street▸Jul 24 - A distracted driver struck on 86th Street. A young woman suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The crash left her unconscious. Police cite driver inattention as the main cause.
A 24-year-old woman operating a motorized vehicle on 86th Street at West 7th Street in Brooklyn was severely injured. According to the police report, she suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for the vehicle occupants. The data does not mention helmet use or signals as factors. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
24
Child Driver Injured in Surf Ave Collision▸Jul 24 - A six-year-old girl suffered a head injury on Surf Ave. Two children were hurt when their motorized vehicle struck a standing car. No driver errors listed. The street remains unforgiving.
Two children were involved in a crash on Surf Ave at W 24 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a six-year-old girl driving an 'Other Motorized' vehicle suffered a head injury, while an eleven-year-old passenger was also hurt. The children's vehicle struck a standing car, damaging the center front end. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The injured child was not using safety equipment, as noted in the data. The crash highlights the risks faced by young road users in city traffic.
20
SUV Turns Left, Hits Standing Scooter▸Jul 20 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Neptune Ave and hit a standing scooter. A 44-year-old man suffered a head injury and was listed injured. Police recorded Failure to Yield and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
An SUV driver made a left turn on Neptune Ave at W 8 St and struck a standing scooter. The scooter driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a head injury and was listed injured. According to the police report, the crash involved "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the SUV. The SUV's left front bumper struck the scooter's right front. Both vehicles were traveling west before the collision. The report lists driver errors as the primary contributing factors.
Aug 14 - Int. 1353 forces DOT to install approved traffic calming or control devices on streets adjacent to schools within 60 days of a traffic study. Exempts major projects. Cuts delays that keep walkers and cyclists exposed to danger.
Bill: Int. 1353 (Int 1353-2025). Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Key dates: filed 07/14/2025; published 08/14/2025. The matter "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the time permitted for the installation of a traffic calming device or traffic control device on any street adjacent to a school" requires DOT to complete installation within 60 days of a traffic study determination, except for major projects. Primary sponsor: Farah N. Louis. Co-sponsors: Jennifer Gutiérrez, Justin L. Brannan, Lincoln Restler, Tiffany Cabán. Safety analysts say the 60-day deadline shrinks harmful delays, likely improving safety for pedestrians and cyclists, aiding crossings, encouraging walking and biking to school, and advancing equity — but benefits depend on enforcement and funding.
- File Int 1353-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1353-2025
Brannan co-sponsors bill shortening installation timelines for school-area traffic devices.▸Aug 14 - Int. 1353 orders the department to finish traffic calming or control devices on streets next to schools within 60 days of a study determination. The law takes effect immediately. Sponsors moved to speed protective infrastructure for children.
Bill Int. 1353-2025 is at SPONSORSHIP and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced 07/14/2025 and recorded 08/14/2025, the matter is titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the time permitted for the installation of a traffic calming device or traffic control device on any street adjacent to a school." The bill requires the department to complete installation within 60 days of a traffic study determination. Primary sponsor Farah N. Louis introduced it. Co-sponsors Jennifer Gutiérrez, Justin L. Brannan, Tiffany Cabán, Lincoln Restler and Shahana K. Hanif signed on. Requiring installation of traffic calming or control devices near schools within 60 days after a study determination is likely to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists by accelerating protective infrastructure, encouraging safer driving, and supporting ‘safety in numbers’ and equitable protection for children; however impact depends on timely, evidence-based device selection and adequate resourcing for implementation.
-
File Int 1353-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
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 License ID Requirement For E‑Bikes▸Aug 12 - City Hall pressed Lyft to demand driver's licenses for Citi Bike e-bikes. The move blocks teens and riders without IDs. Ridership falls. Safety-in-numbers weakens. Equity splits wider while hazardous streets and vehicles remain the real threat.
""a disaster waiting to happen,"" -- Justin L. Brannan
Not a bill — a regulatory request. On August 12, 2025, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro sent a letter to Lyft CEO David Risher asking for "appropriate age verification steps," such as requiring a driver's license or learner's permit. The action follows Mastro's June 5 emergency mandate capping e-bike speeds and a late-July letter from Council Member Justin Brannan, who called the self-reported age system "a disaster waiting to happen." Lyft says it is "currently reviewing" the letter. Safety analysts warn proof-based ID checks create barriers for marginalized riders without licenses, likely cutting mode shift, undermining street equity, and leaving systemic vehicle and infrastructure dangers unaddressed.
-
NYC asks Lyft to require ID for Citi Bike e-bikes to curb underage riders,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-12
9
Brannan Backs Misguided Age Verification For Citi Bike E-bikes▸Aug 9 - Mayor Eric Adams urges age verification for Citi Bike e-bikes after underage teens unlock helmetless, top-speed rides. He pushes Lyft or NYC DOT to add ID checks as reported e-bike crashes rise.
"Council Finance Chair Justin Brannan recently wrote a letter to Lyft asking them to implement age verification, writing, “I hear from parents who are worried about their kids. This is a potential disaster just waiting to happen — and it’s entirely preventable.”" -- Justin L. Brannan
Bill number: none — this is a regulatory request. Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: N/A. Key dates: event 2025-08-09; published 2025-08-09. The matter title reads: "Don't let underage kids on electric Citi Bikes." Mayor Eric Adams is named as supporting age verification for Citi Bike e-bikes. Council Finance Chair Justin Brannan wrote to Lyft asking for ID checks, writing, "I hear from parents who are worried..." The piece urges Lyft to add age verification or for NYC DOT to amend its contract. The article cites more than 400 e-bike crashes year-to-date and a 20% rise. No formal safety impact assessment or safety_impact_note is provided in the record.
-
Don’t let underage kids on electric Citi Bikes,
nydailynews.com,
Published 2025-08-09
9
Brannan Backs Misguided Ferry Feasibility Measure▸Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
-
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.
27
Traffic Control Disregarded; Motorcyclist Ejected on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - Drivers crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver was ejected and broke his arm. A sedan passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A driver on a motorcycle and a driver in a sedan crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 21-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. A 30-year-old sedan passenger had a bruised shoulder. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded” was a contributing factor. Police recorded this failure to obey traffic control. The drivers were heading straight before impact. The motorcycle had front-end damage; the sedan’s right side was hit. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No fatalities were reported.
26
Sedan Turns Right, Hits Cyclist on Shore Parkway▸Jul 26 - A sedan turning right hit a 35-year-old bicyclist on Shore Parkway. The rider suffered knee and foot injuries, minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor.
The driver of a sedan turned right and hit a 35-year-old male bicyclist on Shore Parkway at Bay 44 Street in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries, with minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. The cyclist was traveling west while the sedan was making a right turn when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report records alcohol involvement by the driver and lists no other driver errors. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupant.
24
Driver Inattention Causes Head Injury on 86th Street▸Jul 24 - A distracted driver struck on 86th Street. A young woman suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The crash left her unconscious. Police cite driver inattention as the main cause.
A 24-year-old woman operating a motorized vehicle on 86th Street at West 7th Street in Brooklyn was severely injured. According to the police report, she suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for the vehicle occupants. The data does not mention helmet use or signals as factors. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
24
Child Driver Injured in Surf Ave Collision▸Jul 24 - A six-year-old girl suffered a head injury on Surf Ave. Two children were hurt when their motorized vehicle struck a standing car. No driver errors listed. The street remains unforgiving.
Two children were involved in a crash on Surf Ave at W 24 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a six-year-old girl driving an 'Other Motorized' vehicle suffered a head injury, while an eleven-year-old passenger was also hurt. The children's vehicle struck a standing car, damaging the center front end. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The injured child was not using safety equipment, as noted in the data. The crash highlights the risks faced by young road users in city traffic.
20
SUV Turns Left, Hits Standing Scooter▸Jul 20 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Neptune Ave and hit a standing scooter. A 44-year-old man suffered a head injury and was listed injured. Police recorded Failure to Yield and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
An SUV driver made a left turn on Neptune Ave at W 8 St and struck a standing scooter. The scooter driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a head injury and was listed injured. According to the police report, the crash involved "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the SUV. The SUV's left front bumper struck the scooter's right front. Both vehicles were traveling west before the collision. The report lists driver errors as the primary contributing factors.
Aug 14 - Int. 1353 orders the department to finish traffic calming or control devices on streets next to schools within 60 days of a study determination. The law takes effect immediately. Sponsors moved to speed protective infrastructure for children.
Bill Int. 1353-2025 is at SPONSORSHIP and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced 07/14/2025 and recorded 08/14/2025, the matter is titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the time permitted for the installation of a traffic calming device or traffic control device on any street adjacent to a school." The bill requires the department to complete installation within 60 days of a traffic study determination. Primary sponsor Farah N. Louis introduced it. Co-sponsors Jennifer Gutiérrez, Justin L. Brannan, Tiffany Cabán, Lincoln Restler and Shahana K. Hanif signed on. Requiring installation of traffic calming or control devices near schools within 60 days after a study determination is likely to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists by accelerating protective infrastructure, encouraging safer driving, and supporting ‘safety in numbers’ and equitable protection for children; however impact depends on timely, evidence-based device selection and adequate resourcing for implementation.
- File Int 1353-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
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 License ID Requirement For E‑Bikes▸Aug 12 - City Hall pressed Lyft to demand driver's licenses for Citi Bike e-bikes. The move blocks teens and riders without IDs. Ridership falls. Safety-in-numbers weakens. Equity splits wider while hazardous streets and vehicles remain the real threat.
""a disaster waiting to happen,"" -- Justin L. Brannan
Not a bill — a regulatory request. On August 12, 2025, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro sent a letter to Lyft CEO David Risher asking for "appropriate age verification steps," such as requiring a driver's license or learner's permit. The action follows Mastro's June 5 emergency mandate capping e-bike speeds and a late-July letter from Council Member Justin Brannan, who called the self-reported age system "a disaster waiting to happen." Lyft says it is "currently reviewing" the letter. Safety analysts warn proof-based ID checks create barriers for marginalized riders without licenses, likely cutting mode shift, undermining street equity, and leaving systemic vehicle and infrastructure dangers unaddressed.
-
NYC asks Lyft to require ID for Citi Bike e-bikes to curb underage riders,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-12
9
Brannan Backs Misguided Age Verification For Citi Bike E-bikes▸Aug 9 - Mayor Eric Adams urges age verification for Citi Bike e-bikes after underage teens unlock helmetless, top-speed rides. He pushes Lyft or NYC DOT to add ID checks as reported e-bike crashes rise.
"Council Finance Chair Justin Brannan recently wrote a letter to Lyft asking them to implement age verification, writing, “I hear from parents who are worried about their kids. This is a potential disaster just waiting to happen — and it’s entirely preventable.”" -- Justin L. Brannan
Bill number: none — this is a regulatory request. Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: N/A. Key dates: event 2025-08-09; published 2025-08-09. The matter title reads: "Don't let underage kids on electric Citi Bikes." Mayor Eric Adams is named as supporting age verification for Citi Bike e-bikes. Council Finance Chair Justin Brannan wrote to Lyft asking for ID checks, writing, "I hear from parents who are worried..." The piece urges Lyft to add age verification or for NYC DOT to amend its contract. The article cites more than 400 e-bike crashes year-to-date and a 20% rise. No formal safety impact assessment or safety_impact_note is provided in the record.
-
Don’t let underage kids on electric Citi Bikes,
nydailynews.com,
Published 2025-08-09
9
Brannan Backs Misguided Ferry Feasibility Measure▸Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
-
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.
27
Traffic Control Disregarded; Motorcyclist Ejected on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - Drivers crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver was ejected and broke his arm. A sedan passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A driver on a motorcycle and a driver in a sedan crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 21-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. A 30-year-old sedan passenger had a bruised shoulder. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded” was a contributing factor. Police recorded this failure to obey traffic control. The drivers were heading straight before impact. The motorcycle had front-end damage; the sedan’s right side was hit. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No fatalities were reported.
26
Sedan Turns Right, Hits Cyclist on Shore Parkway▸Jul 26 - A sedan turning right hit a 35-year-old bicyclist on Shore Parkway. The rider suffered knee and foot injuries, minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor.
The driver of a sedan turned right and hit a 35-year-old male bicyclist on Shore Parkway at Bay 44 Street in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries, with minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. The cyclist was traveling west while the sedan was making a right turn when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report records alcohol involvement by the driver and lists no other driver errors. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupant.
24
Driver Inattention Causes Head Injury on 86th Street▸Jul 24 - A distracted driver struck on 86th Street. A young woman suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The crash left her unconscious. Police cite driver inattention as the main cause.
A 24-year-old woman operating a motorized vehicle on 86th Street at West 7th Street in Brooklyn was severely injured. According to the police report, she suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for the vehicle occupants. The data does not mention helmet use or signals as factors. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
24
Child Driver Injured in Surf Ave Collision▸Jul 24 - A six-year-old girl suffered a head injury on Surf Ave. Two children were hurt when their motorized vehicle struck a standing car. No driver errors listed. The street remains unforgiving.
Two children were involved in a crash on Surf Ave at W 24 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a six-year-old girl driving an 'Other Motorized' vehicle suffered a head injury, while an eleven-year-old passenger was also hurt. The children's vehicle struck a standing car, damaging the center front end. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The injured child was not using safety equipment, as noted in the data. The crash highlights the risks faced by young road users in city traffic.
20
SUV Turns Left, Hits Standing Scooter▸Jul 20 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Neptune Ave and hit a standing scooter. A 44-year-old man suffered a head injury and was listed injured. Police recorded Failure to Yield and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
An SUV driver made a left turn on Neptune Ave at W 8 St and struck a standing scooter. The scooter driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a head injury and was listed injured. According to the police report, the crash involved "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the SUV. The SUV's left front bumper struck the scooter's right front. Both vehicles were traveling west before the collision. The report lists driver errors as the primary contributing factors.
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 License ID Requirement For E‑Bikes▸Aug 12 - City Hall pressed Lyft to demand driver's licenses for Citi Bike e-bikes. The move blocks teens and riders without IDs. Ridership falls. Safety-in-numbers weakens. Equity splits wider while hazardous streets and vehicles remain the real threat.
""a disaster waiting to happen,"" -- Justin L. Brannan
Not a bill — a regulatory request. On August 12, 2025, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro sent a letter to Lyft CEO David Risher asking for "appropriate age verification steps," such as requiring a driver's license or learner's permit. The action follows Mastro's June 5 emergency mandate capping e-bike speeds and a late-July letter from Council Member Justin Brannan, who called the self-reported age system "a disaster waiting to happen." Lyft says it is "currently reviewing" the letter. Safety analysts warn proof-based ID checks create barriers for marginalized riders without licenses, likely cutting mode shift, undermining street equity, and leaving systemic vehicle and infrastructure dangers unaddressed.
-
NYC asks Lyft to require ID for Citi Bike e-bikes to curb underage riders,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-12
9
Brannan Backs Misguided Age Verification For Citi Bike E-bikes▸Aug 9 - Mayor Eric Adams urges age verification for Citi Bike e-bikes after underage teens unlock helmetless, top-speed rides. He pushes Lyft or NYC DOT to add ID checks as reported e-bike crashes rise.
"Council Finance Chair Justin Brannan recently wrote a letter to Lyft asking them to implement age verification, writing, “I hear from parents who are worried about their kids. This is a potential disaster just waiting to happen — and it’s entirely preventable.”" -- Justin L. Brannan
Bill number: none — this is a regulatory request. Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: N/A. Key dates: event 2025-08-09; published 2025-08-09. The matter title reads: "Don't let underage kids on electric Citi Bikes." Mayor Eric Adams is named as supporting age verification for Citi Bike e-bikes. Council Finance Chair Justin Brannan wrote to Lyft asking for ID checks, writing, "I hear from parents who are worried..." The piece urges Lyft to add age verification or for NYC DOT to amend its contract. The article cites more than 400 e-bike crashes year-to-date and a 20% rise. No formal safety impact assessment or safety_impact_note is provided in the record.
-
Don’t let underage kids on electric Citi Bikes,
nydailynews.com,
Published 2025-08-09
9
Brannan Backs Misguided Ferry Feasibility Measure▸Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
-
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.
27
Traffic Control Disregarded; Motorcyclist Ejected on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - Drivers crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver was ejected and broke his arm. A sedan passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A driver on a motorcycle and a driver in a sedan crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 21-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. A 30-year-old sedan passenger had a bruised shoulder. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded” was a contributing factor. Police recorded this failure to obey traffic control. The drivers were heading straight before impact. The motorcycle had front-end damage; the sedan’s right side was hit. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No fatalities were reported.
26
Sedan Turns Right, Hits Cyclist on Shore Parkway▸Jul 26 - A sedan turning right hit a 35-year-old bicyclist on Shore Parkway. The rider suffered knee and foot injuries, minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor.
The driver of a sedan turned right and hit a 35-year-old male bicyclist on Shore Parkway at Bay 44 Street in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries, with minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. The cyclist was traveling west while the sedan was making a right turn when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report records alcohol involvement by the driver and lists no other driver errors. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupant.
24
Driver Inattention Causes Head Injury on 86th Street▸Jul 24 - A distracted driver struck on 86th Street. A young woman suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The crash left her unconscious. Police cite driver inattention as the main cause.
A 24-year-old woman operating a motorized vehicle on 86th Street at West 7th Street in Brooklyn was severely injured. According to the police report, she suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for the vehicle occupants. The data does not mention helmet use or signals as factors. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
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Child Driver Injured in Surf Ave Collision▸Jul 24 - A six-year-old girl suffered a head injury on Surf Ave. Two children were hurt when their motorized vehicle struck a standing car. No driver errors listed. The street remains unforgiving.
Two children were involved in a crash on Surf Ave at W 24 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a six-year-old girl driving an 'Other Motorized' vehicle suffered a head injury, while an eleven-year-old passenger was also hurt. The children's vehicle struck a standing car, damaging the center front end. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The injured child was not using safety equipment, as noted in the data. The crash highlights the risks faced by young road users in city traffic.
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SUV Turns Left, Hits Standing Scooter▸Jul 20 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Neptune Ave and hit a standing scooter. A 44-year-old man suffered a head injury and was listed injured. Police recorded Failure to Yield and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
An SUV driver made a left turn on Neptune Ave at W 8 St and struck a standing scooter. The scooter driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a head injury and was listed injured. According to the police report, the crash involved "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the SUV. The SUV's left front bumper struck the scooter's right front. Both vehicles were traveling west before the collision. The report lists driver errors as the primary contributing factors.
Aug 12 - City Hall pressed Lyft to demand driver's licenses for Citi Bike e-bikes. The move blocks teens and riders without IDs. Ridership falls. Safety-in-numbers weakens. Equity splits wider while hazardous streets and vehicles remain the real threat.
""a disaster waiting to happen,"" -- Justin L. Brannan
Not a bill — a regulatory request. On August 12, 2025, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro sent a letter to Lyft CEO David Risher asking for "appropriate age verification steps," such as requiring a driver's license or learner's permit. The action follows Mastro's June 5 emergency mandate capping e-bike speeds and a late-July letter from Council Member Justin Brannan, who called the self-reported age system "a disaster waiting to happen." Lyft says it is "currently reviewing" the letter. Safety analysts warn proof-based ID checks create barriers for marginalized riders without licenses, likely cutting mode shift, undermining street equity, and leaving systemic vehicle and infrastructure dangers unaddressed.
- 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 Backs Misguided Age Verification For Citi Bike E-bikes▸Aug 9 - Mayor Eric Adams urges age verification for Citi Bike e-bikes after underage teens unlock helmetless, top-speed rides. He pushes Lyft or NYC DOT to add ID checks as reported e-bike crashes rise.
"Council Finance Chair Justin Brannan recently wrote a letter to Lyft asking them to implement age verification, writing, “I hear from parents who are worried about their kids. This is a potential disaster just waiting to happen — and it’s entirely preventable.”" -- Justin L. Brannan
Bill number: none — this is a regulatory request. Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: N/A. Key dates: event 2025-08-09; published 2025-08-09. The matter title reads: "Don't let underage kids on electric Citi Bikes." Mayor Eric Adams is named as supporting age verification for Citi Bike e-bikes. Council Finance Chair Justin Brannan wrote to Lyft asking for ID checks, writing, "I hear from parents who are worried..." The piece urges Lyft to add age verification or for NYC DOT to amend its contract. The article cites more than 400 e-bike crashes year-to-date and a 20% rise. No formal safety impact assessment or safety_impact_note is provided in the record.
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Don’t let underage kids on electric Citi Bikes,
nydailynews.com,
Published 2025-08-09
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Brannan Backs Misguided Ferry Feasibility Measure▸Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
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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.
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Traffic Control Disregarded; Motorcyclist Ejected on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - Drivers crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver was ejected and broke his arm. A sedan passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A driver on a motorcycle and a driver in a sedan crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 21-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. A 30-year-old sedan passenger had a bruised shoulder. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded” was a contributing factor. Police recorded this failure to obey traffic control. The drivers were heading straight before impact. The motorcycle had front-end damage; the sedan’s right side was hit. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No fatalities were reported.
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Sedan Turns Right, Hits Cyclist on Shore Parkway▸Jul 26 - A sedan turning right hit a 35-year-old bicyclist on Shore Parkway. The rider suffered knee and foot injuries, minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor.
The driver of a sedan turned right and hit a 35-year-old male bicyclist on Shore Parkway at Bay 44 Street in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries, with minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. The cyclist was traveling west while the sedan was making a right turn when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report records alcohol involvement by the driver and lists no other driver errors. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupant.
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Driver Inattention Causes Head Injury on 86th Street▸Jul 24 - A distracted driver struck on 86th Street. A young woman suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The crash left her unconscious. Police cite driver inattention as the main cause.
A 24-year-old woman operating a motorized vehicle on 86th Street at West 7th Street in Brooklyn was severely injured. According to the police report, she suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for the vehicle occupants. The data does not mention helmet use or signals as factors. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
24
Child Driver Injured in Surf Ave Collision▸Jul 24 - A six-year-old girl suffered a head injury on Surf Ave. Two children were hurt when their motorized vehicle struck a standing car. No driver errors listed. The street remains unforgiving.
Two children were involved in a crash on Surf Ave at W 24 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a six-year-old girl driving an 'Other Motorized' vehicle suffered a head injury, while an eleven-year-old passenger was also hurt. The children's vehicle struck a standing car, damaging the center front end. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The injured child was not using safety equipment, as noted in the data. The crash highlights the risks faced by young road users in city traffic.
20
SUV Turns Left, Hits Standing Scooter▸Jul 20 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Neptune Ave and hit a standing scooter. A 44-year-old man suffered a head injury and was listed injured. Police recorded Failure to Yield and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
An SUV driver made a left turn on Neptune Ave at W 8 St and struck a standing scooter. The scooter driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a head injury and was listed injured. According to the police report, the crash involved "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the SUV. The SUV's left front bumper struck the scooter's right front. Both vehicles were traveling west before the collision. The report lists driver errors as the primary contributing factors.
Aug 9 - Mayor Eric Adams urges age verification for Citi Bike e-bikes after underage teens unlock helmetless, top-speed rides. He pushes Lyft or NYC DOT to add ID checks as reported e-bike crashes rise.
"Council Finance Chair Justin Brannan recently wrote a letter to Lyft asking them to implement age verification, writing, “I hear from parents who are worried about their kids. This is a potential disaster just waiting to happen — and it’s entirely preventable.”" -- Justin L. Brannan
Bill number: none — this is a regulatory request. Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: N/A. Key dates: event 2025-08-09; published 2025-08-09. The matter title reads: "Don't let underage kids on electric Citi Bikes." Mayor Eric Adams is named as supporting age verification for Citi Bike e-bikes. Council Finance Chair Justin Brannan wrote to Lyft asking for ID checks, writing, "I hear from parents who are worried..." The piece urges Lyft to add age verification or for NYC DOT to amend its contract. The article cites more than 400 e-bike crashes year-to-date and a 20% rise. No formal safety impact assessment or safety_impact_note is provided in the record.
- Don’t let underage kids on electric Citi Bikes, nydailynews.com, Published 2025-08-09
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Brannan Backs Misguided Ferry Feasibility Measure▸Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
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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.
27
Traffic Control Disregarded; Motorcyclist Ejected on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - Drivers crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver was ejected and broke his arm. A sedan passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A driver on a motorcycle and a driver in a sedan crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 21-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. A 30-year-old sedan passenger had a bruised shoulder. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded” was a contributing factor. Police recorded this failure to obey traffic control. The drivers were heading straight before impact. The motorcycle had front-end damage; the sedan’s right side was hit. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No fatalities were reported.
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Sedan Turns Right, Hits Cyclist on Shore Parkway▸Jul 26 - A sedan turning right hit a 35-year-old bicyclist on Shore Parkway. The rider suffered knee and foot injuries, minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor.
The driver of a sedan turned right and hit a 35-year-old male bicyclist on Shore Parkway at Bay 44 Street in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries, with minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. The cyclist was traveling west while the sedan was making a right turn when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report records alcohol involvement by the driver and lists no other driver errors. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupant.
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Driver Inattention Causes Head Injury on 86th Street▸Jul 24 - A distracted driver struck on 86th Street. A young woman suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The crash left her unconscious. Police cite driver inattention as the main cause.
A 24-year-old woman operating a motorized vehicle on 86th Street at West 7th Street in Brooklyn was severely injured. According to the police report, she suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for the vehicle occupants. The data does not mention helmet use or signals as factors. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
24
Child Driver Injured in Surf Ave Collision▸Jul 24 - A six-year-old girl suffered a head injury on Surf Ave. Two children were hurt when their motorized vehicle struck a standing car. No driver errors listed. The street remains unforgiving.
Two children were involved in a crash on Surf Ave at W 24 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a six-year-old girl driving an 'Other Motorized' vehicle suffered a head injury, while an eleven-year-old passenger was also hurt. The children's vehicle struck a standing car, damaging the center front end. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The injured child was not using safety equipment, as noted in the data. The crash highlights the risks faced by young road users in city traffic.
20
SUV Turns Left, Hits Standing Scooter▸Jul 20 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Neptune Ave and hit a standing scooter. A 44-year-old man suffered a head injury and was listed injured. Police recorded Failure to Yield and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
An SUV driver made a left turn on Neptune Ave at W 8 St and struck a standing scooter. The scooter driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a head injury and was listed injured. According to the police report, the crash involved "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the SUV. The SUV's left front bumper struck the scooter's right front. Both vehicles were traveling west before the collision. The report lists driver errors as the primary contributing factors.
Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
- 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.
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Traffic Control Disregarded; Motorcyclist Ejected on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - Drivers crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver was ejected and broke his arm. A sedan passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A driver on a motorcycle and a driver in a sedan crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 21-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. A 30-year-old sedan passenger had a bruised shoulder. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded” was a contributing factor. Police recorded this failure to obey traffic control. The drivers were heading straight before impact. The motorcycle had front-end damage; the sedan’s right side was hit. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No fatalities were reported.
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Sedan Turns Right, Hits Cyclist on Shore Parkway▸Jul 26 - A sedan turning right hit a 35-year-old bicyclist on Shore Parkway. The rider suffered knee and foot injuries, minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor.
The driver of a sedan turned right and hit a 35-year-old male bicyclist on Shore Parkway at Bay 44 Street in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries, with minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. The cyclist was traveling west while the sedan was making a right turn when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report records alcohol involvement by the driver and lists no other driver errors. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupant.
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Driver Inattention Causes Head Injury on 86th Street▸Jul 24 - A distracted driver struck on 86th Street. A young woman suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The crash left her unconscious. Police cite driver inattention as the main cause.
A 24-year-old woman operating a motorized vehicle on 86th Street at West 7th Street in Brooklyn was severely injured. According to the police report, she suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for the vehicle occupants. The data does not mention helmet use or signals as factors. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
24
Child Driver Injured in Surf Ave Collision▸Jul 24 - A six-year-old girl suffered a head injury on Surf Ave. Two children were hurt when their motorized vehicle struck a standing car. No driver errors listed. The street remains unforgiving.
Two children were involved in a crash on Surf Ave at W 24 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a six-year-old girl driving an 'Other Motorized' vehicle suffered a head injury, while an eleven-year-old passenger was also hurt. The children's vehicle struck a standing car, damaging the center front end. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The injured child was not using safety equipment, as noted in the data. The crash highlights the risks faced by young road users in city traffic.
20
SUV Turns Left, Hits Standing Scooter▸Jul 20 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Neptune Ave and hit a standing scooter. A 44-year-old man suffered a head injury and was listed injured. Police recorded Failure to Yield and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
An SUV driver made a left turn on Neptune Ave at W 8 St and struck a standing scooter. The scooter driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a head injury and was listed injured. According to the police report, the crash involved "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the SUV. The SUV's left front bumper struck the scooter's right front. Both vehicles were traveling west before the collision. The report lists driver errors as the primary contributing factors.
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.
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Traffic Control Disregarded; Motorcyclist Ejected on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - Drivers crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver was ejected and broke his arm. A sedan passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A driver on a motorcycle and a driver in a sedan crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 21-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. A 30-year-old sedan passenger had a bruised shoulder. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded” was a contributing factor. Police recorded this failure to obey traffic control. The drivers were heading straight before impact. The motorcycle had front-end damage; the sedan’s right side was hit. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No fatalities were reported.
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Sedan Turns Right, Hits Cyclist on Shore Parkway▸Jul 26 - A sedan turning right hit a 35-year-old bicyclist on Shore Parkway. The rider suffered knee and foot injuries, minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor.
The driver of a sedan turned right and hit a 35-year-old male bicyclist on Shore Parkway at Bay 44 Street in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries, with minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. The cyclist was traveling west while the sedan was making a right turn when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report records alcohol involvement by the driver and lists no other driver errors. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupant.
24
Driver Inattention Causes Head Injury on 86th Street▸Jul 24 - A distracted driver struck on 86th Street. A young woman suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The crash left her unconscious. Police cite driver inattention as the main cause.
A 24-year-old woman operating a motorized vehicle on 86th Street at West 7th Street in Brooklyn was severely injured. According to the police report, she suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for the vehicle occupants. The data does not mention helmet use or signals as factors. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
24
Child Driver Injured in Surf Ave Collision▸Jul 24 - A six-year-old girl suffered a head injury on Surf Ave. Two children were hurt when their motorized vehicle struck a standing car. No driver errors listed. The street remains unforgiving.
Two children were involved in a crash on Surf Ave at W 24 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a six-year-old girl driving an 'Other Motorized' vehicle suffered a head injury, while an eleven-year-old passenger was also hurt. The children's vehicle struck a standing car, damaging the center front end. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The injured child was not using safety equipment, as noted in the data. The crash highlights the risks faced by young road users in city traffic.
20
SUV Turns Left, Hits Standing Scooter▸Jul 20 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Neptune Ave and hit a standing scooter. A 44-year-old man suffered a head injury and was listed injured. Police recorded Failure to Yield and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
An SUV driver made a left turn on Neptune Ave at W 8 St and struck a standing scooter. The scooter driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a head injury and was listed injured. According to the police report, the crash involved "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the SUV. The SUV's left front bumper struck the scooter's right front. Both vehicles were traveling west before the collision. The report lists driver errors as the primary contributing factors.
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.
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Traffic Control Disregarded; Motorcyclist Ejected on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - Drivers crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver was ejected and broke his arm. A sedan passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A driver on a motorcycle and a driver in a sedan crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 21-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. A 30-year-old sedan passenger had a bruised shoulder. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded” was a contributing factor. Police recorded this failure to obey traffic control. The drivers were heading straight before impact. The motorcycle had front-end damage; the sedan’s right side was hit. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No fatalities were reported.
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Sedan Turns Right, Hits Cyclist on Shore Parkway▸Jul 26 - A sedan turning right hit a 35-year-old bicyclist on Shore Parkway. The rider suffered knee and foot injuries, minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor.
The driver of a sedan turned right and hit a 35-year-old male bicyclist on Shore Parkway at Bay 44 Street in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries, with minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. The cyclist was traveling west while the sedan was making a right turn when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report records alcohol involvement by the driver and lists no other driver errors. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupant.
24
Driver Inattention Causes Head Injury on 86th Street▸Jul 24 - A distracted driver struck on 86th Street. A young woman suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The crash left her unconscious. Police cite driver inattention as the main cause.
A 24-year-old woman operating a motorized vehicle on 86th Street at West 7th Street in Brooklyn was severely injured. According to the police report, she suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for the vehicle occupants. The data does not mention helmet use or signals as factors. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
24
Child Driver Injured in Surf Ave Collision▸Jul 24 - A six-year-old girl suffered a head injury on Surf Ave. Two children were hurt when their motorized vehicle struck a standing car. No driver errors listed. The street remains unforgiving.
Two children were involved in a crash on Surf Ave at W 24 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a six-year-old girl driving an 'Other Motorized' vehicle suffered a head injury, while an eleven-year-old passenger was also hurt. The children's vehicle struck a standing car, damaging the center front end. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The injured child was not using safety equipment, as noted in the data. The crash highlights the risks faced by young road users in city traffic.
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SUV Turns Left, Hits Standing Scooter▸Jul 20 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Neptune Ave and hit a standing scooter. A 44-year-old man suffered a head injury and was listed injured. Police recorded Failure to Yield and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
An SUV driver made a left turn on Neptune Ave at W 8 St and struck a standing scooter. The scooter driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a head injury and was listed injured. According to the police report, the crash involved "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the SUV. The SUV's left front bumper struck the scooter's right front. Both vehicles were traveling west before the collision. The report lists driver errors as the primary contributing factors.
Jul 27 - Drivers crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver was ejected and broke his arm. A sedan passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A driver on a motorcycle and a driver in a sedan crashed on Belt Parkway at 26 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 21-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. A 30-year-old sedan passenger had a bruised shoulder. According to the police report, “Traffic Control Disregarded” was a contributing factor. Police recorded this failure to obey traffic control. The drivers were heading straight before impact. The motorcycle had front-end damage; the sedan’s right side was hit. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No fatalities were reported.
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Sedan Turns Right, Hits Cyclist on Shore Parkway▸Jul 26 - A sedan turning right hit a 35-year-old bicyclist on Shore Parkway. The rider suffered knee and foot injuries, minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor.
The driver of a sedan turned right and hit a 35-year-old male bicyclist on Shore Parkway at Bay 44 Street in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries, with minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. The cyclist was traveling west while the sedan was making a right turn when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report records alcohol involvement by the driver and lists no other driver errors. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupant.
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Driver Inattention Causes Head Injury on 86th Street▸Jul 24 - A distracted driver struck on 86th Street. A young woman suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The crash left her unconscious. Police cite driver inattention as the main cause.
A 24-year-old woman operating a motorized vehicle on 86th Street at West 7th Street in Brooklyn was severely injured. According to the police report, she suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for the vehicle occupants. The data does not mention helmet use or signals as factors. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
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Child Driver Injured in Surf Ave Collision▸Jul 24 - A six-year-old girl suffered a head injury on Surf Ave. Two children were hurt when their motorized vehicle struck a standing car. No driver errors listed. The street remains unforgiving.
Two children were involved in a crash on Surf Ave at W 24 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a six-year-old girl driving an 'Other Motorized' vehicle suffered a head injury, while an eleven-year-old passenger was also hurt. The children's vehicle struck a standing car, damaging the center front end. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The injured child was not using safety equipment, as noted in the data. The crash highlights the risks faced by young road users in city traffic.
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SUV Turns Left, Hits Standing Scooter▸Jul 20 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Neptune Ave and hit a standing scooter. A 44-year-old man suffered a head injury and was listed injured. Police recorded Failure to Yield and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
An SUV driver made a left turn on Neptune Ave at W 8 St and struck a standing scooter. The scooter driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a head injury and was listed injured. According to the police report, the crash involved "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the SUV. The SUV's left front bumper struck the scooter's right front. Both vehicles were traveling west before the collision. The report lists driver errors as the primary contributing factors.
Jul 26 - A sedan turning right hit a 35-year-old bicyclist on Shore Parkway. The rider suffered knee and foot injuries, minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor.
The driver of a sedan turned right and hit a 35-year-old male bicyclist on Shore Parkway at Bay 44 Street in Brooklyn. The rider suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries, with minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. The cyclist was traveling west while the sedan was making a right turn when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report records alcohol involvement by the driver and lists no other driver errors. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupant.
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Driver Inattention Causes Head Injury on 86th Street▸Jul 24 - A distracted driver struck on 86th Street. A young woman suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The crash left her unconscious. Police cite driver inattention as the main cause.
A 24-year-old woman operating a motorized vehicle on 86th Street at West 7th Street in Brooklyn was severely injured. According to the police report, she suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for the vehicle occupants. The data does not mention helmet use or signals as factors. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
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Child Driver Injured in Surf Ave Collision▸Jul 24 - A six-year-old girl suffered a head injury on Surf Ave. Two children were hurt when their motorized vehicle struck a standing car. No driver errors listed. The street remains unforgiving.
Two children were involved in a crash on Surf Ave at W 24 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a six-year-old girl driving an 'Other Motorized' vehicle suffered a head injury, while an eleven-year-old passenger was also hurt. The children's vehicle struck a standing car, damaging the center front end. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The injured child was not using safety equipment, as noted in the data. The crash highlights the risks faced by young road users in city traffic.
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SUV Turns Left, Hits Standing Scooter▸Jul 20 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Neptune Ave and hit a standing scooter. A 44-year-old man suffered a head injury and was listed injured. Police recorded Failure to Yield and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
An SUV driver made a left turn on Neptune Ave at W 8 St and struck a standing scooter. The scooter driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a head injury and was listed injured. According to the police report, the crash involved "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the SUV. The SUV's left front bumper struck the scooter's right front. Both vehicles were traveling west before the collision. The report lists driver errors as the primary contributing factors.
Jul 24 - A distracted driver struck on 86th Street. A young woman suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The crash left her unconscious. Police cite driver inattention as the main cause.
A 24-year-old woman operating a motorized vehicle on 86th Street at West 7th Street in Brooklyn was severely injured. According to the police report, she suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for the vehicle occupants. The data does not mention helmet use or signals as factors. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
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Child Driver Injured in Surf Ave Collision▸Jul 24 - A six-year-old girl suffered a head injury on Surf Ave. Two children were hurt when their motorized vehicle struck a standing car. No driver errors listed. The street remains unforgiving.
Two children were involved in a crash on Surf Ave at W 24 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a six-year-old girl driving an 'Other Motorized' vehicle suffered a head injury, while an eleven-year-old passenger was also hurt. The children's vehicle struck a standing car, damaging the center front end. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The injured child was not using safety equipment, as noted in the data. The crash highlights the risks faced by young road users in city traffic.
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SUV Turns Left, Hits Standing Scooter▸Jul 20 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Neptune Ave and hit a standing scooter. A 44-year-old man suffered a head injury and was listed injured. Police recorded Failure to Yield and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
An SUV driver made a left turn on Neptune Ave at W 8 St and struck a standing scooter. The scooter driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a head injury and was listed injured. According to the police report, the crash involved "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the SUV. The SUV's left front bumper struck the scooter's right front. Both vehicles were traveling west before the collision. The report lists driver errors as the primary contributing factors.
Jul 24 - A six-year-old girl suffered a head injury on Surf Ave. Two children were hurt when their motorized vehicle struck a standing car. No driver errors listed. The street remains unforgiving.
Two children were involved in a crash on Surf Ave at W 24 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a six-year-old girl driving an 'Other Motorized' vehicle suffered a head injury, while an eleven-year-old passenger was also hurt. The children's vehicle struck a standing car, damaging the center front end. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The injured child was not using safety equipment, as noted in the data. The crash highlights the risks faced by young road users in city traffic.
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SUV Turns Left, Hits Standing Scooter▸Jul 20 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Neptune Ave and hit a standing scooter. A 44-year-old man suffered a head injury and was listed injured. Police recorded Failure to Yield and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
An SUV driver made a left turn on Neptune Ave at W 8 St and struck a standing scooter. The scooter driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a head injury and was listed injured. According to the police report, the crash involved "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the SUV. The SUV's left front bumper struck the scooter's right front. Both vehicles were traveling west before the collision. The report lists driver errors as the primary contributing factors.
Jul 20 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Neptune Ave and hit a standing scooter. A 44-year-old man suffered a head injury and was listed injured. Police recorded Failure to Yield and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
An SUV driver made a left turn on Neptune Ave at W 8 St and struck a standing scooter. The scooter driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered a head injury and was listed injured. According to the police report, the crash involved "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the SUV. The SUV's left front bumper struck the scooter's right front. Both vehicles were traveling west before the collision. The report lists driver errors as the primary contributing factors.