Crash Count for Brooklyn CB14
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 3,540
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,476
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 516
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 29
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 13
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Aug 6, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Brooklyn CB14?

No More Excuses: Barriers Now, Lives Saved Tomorrow

No More Excuses: Barriers Now, Lives Saved Tomorrow

Brooklyn CB14: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 17, 2025

Blood on the Corners

A 73-year-old woman crossing Avenue L. Struck by a Jeep making a right turn. She died at the intersection. A 47-year-old man riding his bike on Avenue O, hit by an SUV. Dead in the street. A mother and her two daughters, killed crossing Ocean Parkway. Another family, broken, left with pain and fear. The driver had 93 violations and a suspended license. She was still behind the wheel. ABC7 reported the survivors’ wounds: back pain, depression, a child with a cast. The numbers do not heal. In the last twelve months, one person killed, nine seriously injured, 658 hurt in 879 crashes in Brooklyn CB14. Children are not spared. Four kids suffered serious injuries. The old and the young, all at risk.

The City Responds—Slowly

The city knows the danger. Nearly half of all traffic deaths happen at intersections. The Department of Transportation is adding hard barriers—granite, concrete, planters—to corners where cars once hid the view. “Using barriers to clear space at the intersection will help ensure pedestrians, cyclists and turning vehicles can see each other and enhance safety,” said DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez. The city is rolling out these changes at high-crash sites like Ocean Avenue. But the pace is slow. Advocates want more, faster. “We’d love to see some simpler hardening at a quicker pace,” said Jackson Chabot.

Leadership: Words, Not Enough

After a school bus crashed into a fence at Bedford Avenue and Farragut Road, injuring a mother and her son, Councilmember Farrah Louis said, “We’re glad this isn’t a fatality. We do know we need more traffic safety in this area.” reported CBS New York. But words do not stop cars. The city has the power to lower speed limits. It has the tools to harden every corner. It has not used them all.

Call to Action: Demand Relentless Change

Every crash is preventable. Every death is a failure. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a citywide 20 mph speed limit. Demand hard barriers at every dangerous corner. Act now. Do not wait for another name to become a number.

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Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn
Assembly Member Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn
District 42
District Office:
1312 Flatbush Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11210
Legislative Office:
Room 727, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Farah N. Louis
Council Member Farah N. Louis
District 45
District Office:
1434 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11210
718-629-2900
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1831, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6859
Twitter: FarahNLouis
Kevin Parker
State Senator Kevin Parker
District 21
District Office:
3021 Tilden Ave. 1st Floor & Basement, Brooklyn, NY 11226
Legislative Office:
Room 504, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Brooklyn CB14 Brooklyn Community Board 14 sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 70, District 45, AD 42, SD 21.

It contains Flatbush, Flatbush (West)-Ditmas Park-Parkville, Midwood.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Brooklyn Community Board 14

E-Scooter Rider Injured in Brooklyn Crash

A 29-year-old man on an e-scooter was injured in a collision with a sedan. He was ejected and suffered back injuries. The driver was distracted and inexperienced.

The crash occurred on Church Avenue in Brooklyn when a sedan collided with a 29-year-old man riding an e-scooter. The rider was ejected and sustained back injuries, classified as severe. According to the police report, the contributing factors included 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The driver’s inexperience also played a role in the incident. The e-scooter rider was not wearing any safety equipment at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4691315 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Bicyclist Injured in Brooklyn Crash

A 34-year-old man on a bike was injured in a collision with a sedan. The impact occurred as the car made a left turn. He was ejected and suffered a hip injury.

A bicyclist, age 34, was injured in a crash on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver of a sedan was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The bicyclist was traveling straight ahead and was struck at the center front end of the vehicle. He was ejected from his bike and sustained a contusion to his hip and upper leg. The driver was licensed and the vehicle was a 2023 model. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any safety equipment was used by the bicyclist.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4691295 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
SUV Strikes 69-Year-Old Pedestrian on Cortelyou Road

A 69-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Cortelyou Road. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. She remained conscious and was not ejected from the scene.

According to the police report, a 69-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2013 SUV made a left turn on Cortelyou Road and struck her at the intersection. The impact occurred at the vehicle's left front bumper, causing center front-end damage. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4689653 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Church Avenue

A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. The rider remained conscious and was not ejected.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Church Avenue rear-ended a bicyclist also heading west. The bicyclist, a 28-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his shoulder and upper arm but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The sedan's right side doors were damaged at the point of impact. The bicyclist was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was not cited with any contributing factors. The crash occurred near 2015 Church Avenue in Brooklyn's 11226 zip code.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4687117 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Pickup Truck Crushes Moped Passenger’s Leg

A Ford pickup struck a moped on Caton Avenue. Three rode the moped. A woman, 27, lay unbelted in back. Her leg was crushed. The truck showed no damage. The night was still. Danger moved fast.

A Ford pickup truck hit a moped carrying three people near Caton Avenue and Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Ford pickup struck a moped carrying three. A woman, 27, lay unbelted in back. No helmet. Her leg crushed beneath her.' The woman, riding as a passenger, suffered crush injuries to her knee and lower leg. Police listed 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The moped’s rear passenger had no safety equipment. The pickup showed no damage. The crash left one vulnerable road user with severe injuries, underscoring the risks faced by those outside steel and glass.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4688054 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
SUV Rear-Ends Bus on Flatbush Avenue

A 69-year-old man driving an SUV struck the rear center of a bus while both made right turns on Flatbush Avenue. The SUV driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper lane usage as a factor in the crash.

According to the police report, a 69-year-old male driver in a 2003 Ford SUV collided with the center back end of a 2019 bus on Flatbush Avenue. Both vehicles were traveling south and making right turns when the SUV struck the bus. The SUV driver was injured, sustaining back pain and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error related to lane positioning or maneuvering. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4687097 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Brooklyn Pedestrian Injured in Early Morning Crash

A 56-year-old man was struck in Brooklyn near East 21 Street. He suffered head injuries and was semiconscious at the scene. The pedestrian sustained abrasions. Details on vehicle type and driver actions remain unspecified.

According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured in a crash in Brooklyn at approximately 5:40 a.m. The victim, a 56-year-old male, suffered head injuries and was semiconscious when found. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors, and the vehicle involved is unspecified. The pedestrian’s location and actions prior to the crash are unknown. The victim sustained abrasions but was not ejected from any vehicle. No safety equipment or protective gear was noted. The report does not indicate any driver license status or vehicle details. The cause of the crash remains unclear from the available data.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4697387 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Sedan Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On

A sedan turned on Ocean Avenue. It hit a 90-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood streaked her face. The car kept moving. She lay there, conscious, head cut and wounded, the street cold and hard beneath her.

A 90-year-old woman was struck head-on by a sedan while crossing Ocean Avenue at Parkside Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when the sedan, making a right turn, hit her. She suffered severe lacerations and a head injury but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan. The woman was not at fault; she was following the signal. The crash left her bleeding and wounded in the intersection.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4687736 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Albemarle Road

A 56-year-old man was struck while crossing Albemarle Road at a marked crosswalk in Brooklyn. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his lower leg and foot. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected from any vehicle. Driver errors were not specified.

According to the police report, a 56-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Albemarle Road at a marked crosswalk in Brooklyn. He sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected from any vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no details about the driver or vehicle condition are provided. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash occurred at 7:40 AM near East 21 Street in zip code 11226.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4687722 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Unlicensed Bicyclist Injured in SUV Side Collision

A 40-year-old male bicyclist riding east struck the left side doors of a parked SUV on Avenue J. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV driver was licensed and stationary at the time.

According to the police report, a 40-year-old male bicyclist traveling east on Avenue J collided with the left side doors of a parked 2019 SUV. The bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV driver was licensed and stationary before the crash. The bicyclist was unlicensed and riding straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, only unspecified factors for the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and wore unspecified safety equipment. The collision caused damage to the center front end of the bike and the left side doors of the SUV.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4683980 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Avenue J

A 45-year-old woman was hit by a sedan while crossing Avenue J with the signal. The driver, making a left turn, was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and was semiconscious with a concussion. The vehicle showed no damage.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Avenue J struck a 45-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The driver was making a left turn and failed to pay attention, contributing to the collision. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and was semiconscious, diagnosed with a concussion. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle had no visible damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4683434 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Pedestrian Injured by Backing Sedan in Brooklyn

A 54-year-old woman was struck while in the roadway on Coney Island Avenue. The sedan was backing up when it hit her, causing a fractured elbow and dislocation. She remained conscious despite serious injuries.

According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Coney Island Avenue in Brooklyn when a sedan backing south struck her. The pedestrian was located in the roadway, not at an intersection, and suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation. The sedan’s point of impact was its left rear bumper, indicating the vehicle was reversing at the time of collision. The report lists 'Illness' as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. The pedestrian’s actions were described as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' with no helmet or signaling factors noted. The injured woman remained conscious after the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4680117 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
10-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal

A 10-year-old boy was struck while crossing East 15 Street with the signal. He suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The child remained conscious after the collision. Details on the vehicle and driver are unspecified.

According to the police report, a 10-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on East 15 Street while crossing with the signal. He sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious. The report does not specify the vehicle type or driver details. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the data. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following traffic signals at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4679619 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing Foster Avenue

A sedan struck a 30-year-old man crossing Foster Avenue with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered burns and injuries across his body. The car’s right front was damaged.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling northeast on Foster Avenue struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body, including moderate burns, and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for the driver. The vehicle, a 2006 Honda sedan, was damaged on the right front quarter panel. The driver was licensed and was the only occupant. No other contributing factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4678390 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Foster Avenue

A 60-year-old man was struck while crossing Foster Avenue with the signal. The driver, making a left turn in a pick-up truck, showed inattention. The pedestrian suffered a fractured knee and lower leg and was unconscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a 60-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Foster Avenue and Rugby Road in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a pick-up truck, driven by a licensed male driver making a left turn, struck him with the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was found unconscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. There was no vehicle damage reported. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4678389 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Ocean Avenue

Two SUVs collided on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered a head contusion. Both vehicles were traveling north. The crash caused center back-end damage to the lead SUV and front-end damage to the striking SUV.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles traveling north on Ocean Avenue collided. The rear SUV struck the back of the lead SUV, causing center back-end damage to the lead vehicle and front-end damage to the striking vehicle. The driver of the rear SUV, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with a head contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were specified. The lead vehicle was also occupied by a single driver, a man, who was licensed in New York. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4677797 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Motorcycle Left Turn Hits SUV on Avenue J

A motorcycle making a left turn collided with an SUV traveling north on Avenue J in Brooklyn. The 19-year-old motorcyclist was partially ejected and suffered a fractured and dislocated elbow. The SUV’s left front quarter panel was damaged.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on Avenue J was making a left turn when it struck the left front quarter panel of a northbound SUV. The 19-year-old male motorcyclist, who was wearing a helmet, was partially ejected and sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver, was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision caused significant damage to the motorcycle’s center front end and the SUV’s left front quarter panel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4677435 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
19-Year-Old Passenger Ejected on Bedford Avenue

A 19-year-old male passenger was ejected from a vehicle on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. He suffered a head contusion and bruises. The crash involved a rear impact to a parked vehicle. No driver errors or contributing factors were reported.

According to the police report, a 19-year-old male occupant was ejected from the left rear passenger seat during a collision on Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn. He sustained head injuries classified as contusions and bruises and remained conscious. The crash involved a rear impact to a parked vehicle, which sustained damage to its center back end. The other vehicle showed no damage despite a center front end impact. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The injured passenger's safety equipment status is unknown. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4676520 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Pedestrian Injured on Flatbush Avenue Right Turn

A 25-year-old woman was injured on Flatbush Avenue. She suffered a lower arm burn and shock. The vehicle was making a right turn. The pedestrian was at an intersection. No driver errors or contributing factors were reported.

According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured on Flatbush Avenue when a vehicle was making a right turn. The 25-year-old female pedestrian suffered injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, including a minor burn, and was in shock. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. The pedestrian was located at an intersection at the time of the crash. The vehicle had no occupants and was traveling east. No details on vehicle type or driver information were provided. The report does not assign fault or blame to the pedestrian.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4677728 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
Unlicensed E-Bike Strikes Parked Sedan in Brooklyn

An unlicensed male e-bike rider crashed into a parked sedan on Coney Island Avenue. The 22-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The bike's front center hit the sedan's left side doors. No helmet or safety gear was used.

According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist riding an unlicensed e-bike traveling south on Coney Island Avenue collided with a parked sedan. The point of impact was the bike's center front end striking the sedan's left side doors. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The sedan was occupied by a licensed male driver but was stationary at the time. The report lists no specific contributing factors but notes the e-bike rider was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed operation and collisions with parked vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4675620 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13