Crash Count for Brooklyn CB14
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 3,545
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,481
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 519
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 29
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 13
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Aug 9, 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

Minibike Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Left Turn Crash

A 35-year-old man on a minibike was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision with a left-turning SUV on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider was incoherent and bruised, with no safety equipment reported. The SUV struck the bike’s left side.

According to the police report, a 35-year-old male minibike driver was injured and ejected during a crash with a 2007 Buick SUV making a left turn on Ocean Avenue, Brooklyn. The collision impacted the bike’s left side doors and the SUV’s right front quarter panel. The minibike rider suffered head contusions and was incoherent at the scene. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but notes the SUV was making a left turn at the time of impact. No safety equipment was used by the minibike rider. The crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles to vulnerable road users.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4635295 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Sedan and Moped Crash at Avenue O

A sedan and moped slammed left bumpers on East 12 Street. The moped driver, a 40-year-old man, took bruises to his knee and leg. No ejection. Both vehicles damaged. Brooklyn pavement marked by impact.

According to the police report, a sedan heading south and a moped heading west collided at their left front bumpers on East 12 Street near Avenue O in Brooklyn. The moped driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He remained conscious and was not ejected. Both drivers held valid licenses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No safety equipment use was noted for the moped driver. The crash left both vehicles with damage to their left front bumpers.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4635294 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Sedan Collision

A 30-year-old male bicyclist was ejected after a collision with a sedan on Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The sedan was making a left turn at impact time.

According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling east on Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan's right front bumper struck the bike's center front end. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment at the time of the crash. The driver of the sedan was licensed and driving southwest. The crash caused moderate injuries to the bicyclist, who remained conscious after the impact.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4636625 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
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SUV Strikes Two Girls Crossing Avenue L

Two teenage girls crossed Avenue L with the signal. A 2021 Toyota SUV made a right turn and hit them at the intersection. Both suffered abrasions to limbs. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as causes. No vehicle damage reported.

According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota SUV was making a right turn on Avenue L in Brooklyn when it struck two female pedestrians, ages 14 and 15, who were crossing with the signal. Both girls sustained abrasions—one to her elbow and lower arm, the other to her knee and lower leg. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The vehicle showed no damage. The pedestrians were conscious and injured but not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield at intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4634554 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on Bedford Avenue

A 33-year-old woman driving a station wagon suffered head injuries and whiplash in a Brooklyn crash. The SUV, making a left turn, struck the rear of her vehicle. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, a 33-year-old female driver of a station wagon was injured when a 2021 Nissan SUV made a left turn and collided with the center back end of her vehicle on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of the station wagon was not ejected and was conscious after the crash, suffering head injuries and whiplash. The report lists no contributing factors for the station wagon driver but notes the SUV was making a left turn at the time of impact. The SUV struck the rear of the station wagon, causing injury to the occupant. The station wagon driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4637057 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
S 6808
Parker votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.

Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.

Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.


S 2714
Parker votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.

Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.

Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.


S 6802
Parker votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.

Senate backs S 6802. Albany gets school speed cameras. One no vote. Cameras aim to slow drivers near kids. Program ends 2028. Lawmakers move to shield children from reckless speed.

Senate bill S 6802, introduced by Neil D. Breslin, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in Albany. The bill passed committee on May 30, 2023, with only one senator, Andrew J. Lanza, voting no. The official summary reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2028.' Breslin led sponsorship. Seventeen senators voted yes. The program targets driver speed near schools, aiming to protect children and other vulnerable road users. The law sunsets at the end of 2028.


S 6802
Parker votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.

Senate backs S 6802. Albany gets school speed cameras. One no vote. Cameras aim to slow drivers near kids. Program ends 2028. Lawmakers move to shield children from reckless speed.

Senate bill S 6802, introduced by Neil D. Breslin, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in Albany. The bill passed committee on May 30, 2023, with only one senator, Andrew J. Lanza, voting no. The official summary reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2028.' Breslin led sponsorship. Seventeen senators voted yes. The program targets driver speed near schools, aiming to protect children and other vulnerable road users. The law sunsets at the end of 2028.


E-Bike and Bike Collide on Parkside Avenue

Two male cyclists collided on Parkside Avenue in Brooklyn. Both were traveling west when the crash occurred. The 47-year-old bicyclist suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. Driver inattention caused the crash. Both riders were unlicensed.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Parkside Avenue involving an e-bike and a bike, both traveling west. The 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining a head abrasion but remained conscious. Both drivers were unlicensed and the crash happened as one bike was merging and the other was going straight ahead. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. The impact was at the center front end of both vehicles. No ejection occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted riding and unlicensed operation on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4632482 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
SUV Turns Left, Hits E-Bike on Flatbush

A 36-year-old woman on an e-bike suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV made a left turn and struck her on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was distracted. The e-biker was conscious and not ejected.

According to the police report, a 36-year-old female e-bike rider was injured when a 2016 Nissan SUV made a left turn on Flatbush Avenue and collided with her bike's left side doors. The e-bike rider sustained abrasions 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 twice, indicating the SUV driver failed to maintain attention during the turn. The e-bike rider was not cited for any contributing factors, and no safety equipment was noted. The SUV sustained damage to its right front bumper at the point of impact.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4632936 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Sedan Strikes Skateboarder Making U-Turn

A sedan making a U-turn hit a skateboarder traveling north on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. The skateboarder suffered a head contusion and shock. The driver was inattentive, causing the collision. The skateboarder was not ejected and wore no helmet.

According to the police report, a sedan making a U-turn on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn collided with a skateboarder traveling north. The skateboarder, a 26-year-old male, sustained a head contusion and was in shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan struck the skateboarder on the left side doors, damaging the vehicle's left side. The skateboarder was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was not wearing a helmet. The driver held a valid New York license. No other contributing factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4639461 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
SUV Ejects Occupant on Nostrand Avenue

A 23-year-old man riding outside an SUV was ejected and struck by the vehicle’s left front bumper on Nostrand Avenue. He suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, leg, and foot. The crash left him conscious but hurt.

According to the police report, a 23-year-old male occupant riding or hanging on the outside of a 2005 Nissan SUV was ejected and struck by the vehicle’s left front bumper on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. He suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and notes the man was crossing without a signal or crosswalk, not at an intersection. No specific driver errors were recorded. The victim was not using any safety equipment. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4631903 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Sedans Crash at East 16 Street, Passenger Hurt

Two sedans collided near East 16 Street in Brooklyn. A right rear passenger suffered knee bruises. Both cars took front bumper hits. Driver errors were not specified in the police report.

According to the police report, two sedans crashed near 940 East 16 Street in Brooklyn. One car was going straight, the other was starting from parking. The impact struck the right front bumper of one sedan and the left front bumper of the other. A 28-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat was injured, suffering contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. Both drivers were licensed. No other injuries were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4631623 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Flatbush Avenue

A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured in Brooklyn when an SUV pulled out from parking and hit him. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The crash involved failure to yield right-of-way by the driver.

According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn when a 2012 SUV, starting from parking, struck him. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The SUV's left front bumper collided with the bike's right front quarter panel. The bicyclist was conscious and not wearing safety equipment. The driver of the SUV was licensed and traveling north. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield to cyclists traveling straight ahead.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4629861 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
SUV Rear-Ends Parked Delivery Truck in Brooklyn

A 76-year-old man driving an SUV struck a parked delivery truck on Avenue I in Brooklyn. The SUV hit the truck’s left rear bumper. The driver suffered chest contusions but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. No ejections occurred.

According to the police report, a 76-year-old male driver in a 2019 Nissan SUV traveling westbound on Avenue I collided with a parked delivery truck. The SUV impacted the left rear bumper of the delivery vehicle. The driver sustained chest injuries classified as contusions and bruises but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver but does not identify any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. The delivery truck was unoccupied and stationary at the time of the crash. No ejections or additional injuries were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4631621 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
S 775
Parker votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.

Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.

Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.


Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Sedan Crash

A 26-year-old female bicyclist was ejected and left unconscious with upper arm injuries after a collision with a sedan on Avenue O in Brooklyn. The bike struck the sedan’s front center, causing internal injuries and severe trauma.

According to the police report, a 26-year-old female bicyclist riding westbound on Avenue O was ejected after colliding with a northbound sedan. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end. The bicyclist suffered upper arm injuries and was unconscious at the scene. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist’s safety equipment status is unknown. The sedan had no occupants at the time. The crash caused significant damage to the sedan’s front center. No blame is assigned to the bicyclist.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4632587 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
SUVs Collide on Ocean Avenue, Passenger Hurt

Two SUVs crashed on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. A front passenger suffered back pain and shock. Unsafe lane changing and traffic control disregard led to the impact.

According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver was making a right turn while the other was stopped in traffic. The front passenger in the turning SUV, a 50-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and shock. The report lists unsafe lane changing and disregard for traffic control as contributing factors. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. Damage was reported to the right side doors of the turning SUV and the left front quarter panel of the stopped SUV. Driver errors involving lane changes and ignoring traffic controls caused the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4626448 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Left-Turn Crash

A 63-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Ocean Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a shoulder contusion and remained conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 63-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near Beverley Road. The pedestrian sustained an upper arm shoulder contusion and was conscious after the collision. The report lists driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The sedan was making a left turn at the time of impact, hitting the pedestrian with its left front bumper. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4626808 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16