Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Brooklyn CB14?
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.
Citations
▸ Citations
- School Bus Slams Fence In Brooklyn, CBS New York, Published 2025-04-09
- DOT Adds Barriers to Brooklyn Intersections, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-12
- School Bus Slams Fence In Brooklyn, CBS New York, Published 2025-04-09
- Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead, ABC7, Published 2025-04-02
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4606531 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-17
- NYC DOT Targets Intersection Danger Zones, The Brooklyn Paper, Published 2025-06-11
Other Representatives
District 42
1312 Flatbush Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11210
Room 727, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 45
1434 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11210
718-629-2900
250 Broadway, Suite 1831, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6859
District 21
3021 Tilden Ave. 1st Floor & Basement, Brooklyn, NY 11226
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.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Brooklyn Community Board 14
Distracted Sedan Hits Cyclist on Flatbush Ave▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Flatbush Ave. The rider, 23, suffered pain and shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal met flesh. The street did not forgive.
A sedan collided with a cyclist on Flatbush Ave at Beverley Rd in Brooklyn. The 23-year-old cyclist was injured, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The sedan's right front bumper struck the cyclist, who was slowing or stopping. The driver of the sedan was licensed and headed north. No helmet or signal issues were listed for the cyclist. The crash left the cyclist hurt and exposed the danger of distracted driving.
Speeding Driver Kills Brooklyn Family Crossing▸A mother and two daughters died on Ocean Parkway. The car struck them in the crosswalk. The driver sped, license suspended, dozens of violations. A son clings to life. The street holds the mark. Lawmakers call for speed limiters.
CBS New York (2025-04-02) reports that Miriam Yarimi faces arraignment after a crash in Midwood, Brooklyn killed Natasha Saada and her daughters, ages 8 and 5, as they crossed Ocean Parkway. Police say Yarimi was speeding, rear-ended another car, and hit the family in the crosswalk. Her license was suspended, with 'dozens of violations and $10,000 of unpaid fines.' NYPD Commissioner Tisch stated, 'This was a horrific tragedy caused by someone who shouldn't have been on the road.' The crash renewed calls for Albany lawmakers to mandate speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders, with a bill proposed to require such technology for drivers with more than six camera violations.
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Speeding Driver Kills Brooklyn Family Crossing,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-02
SUV Driver Injured in Foster Avenue Crash▸A 73-year-old woman suffered back injuries when her SUV was struck on Foster Avenue. The crash left her conscious but hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified.
A 73-year-old woman driving a Honda SUV was injured in a crash on Foster Avenue at East 24th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported. The SUV sustained damage to the left rear bumper. The police report does not specify any driver errors or additional contributing factors.
Speeding Driver Kills Brooklyn Family Crossing▸A driver sped through a red light on Ocean Parkway. She struck an Uber, flipped, then hit a mother and her three children in the crosswalk. The mother and two daughters died. The lone surviving son remains in critical condition.
According to the New York Post (2025-04-01), Miriam Yarimi drove her Audi at 50 mph—twice the speed limit—without a license, insurance, or registration. She ran a red light at Quentin Road and Ocean Parkway, striking an Uber and then a family lawfully crossing. Natasha Saada, 32, and her daughters Diana, 8, and Debra, 5, were killed. Only Saada’s son survived, hospitalized in critical condition. The article quotes survivor Mahbuba Ahmedova: “When I opened my eyes, I saw two kids were killed, and I thought they were my kids.” Yarimi faces three counts of manslaughter. The crash exposes the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and unlicensed driving on city streets.
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Speeding Driver Kills Brooklyn Family Crossing,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-01
Brooklyn Mother, Children Killed in Crosswalk Crash▸A driver ran a red light on Ocean Parkway. She struck a mother and three children in the crosswalk. The mother and two daughters died. The youngest boy fights for life. Charges include manslaughter and reckless driving. Systemic failures linger.
NY Daily News reported on March 31, 2025, that Miriam Yarimi faces charges after fatally striking Natasha Saada and her three children in a Brooklyn crosswalk. Police say Yarimi 'careened into them' at Ocean Parkway and Quentin Road, running a red light and speeding. The mother and two daughters, ages 5 and 8, died at the hospital. The 4-year-old son remains in critical condition. Yarimi faces counts of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, reckless driving, and aggravated unlicensed driving. The article notes Yarimi's prior legal battles with the city and her involuntary psychiatric commitment after the crash. The case highlights ongoing risks at city intersections and the deadly consequences when drivers ignore signals and speed limits.
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Brooklyn Mother, Children Killed in Crosswalk Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-31
Suspended Driver Kills Family On Parkway▸A mother and her two daughters died on Ocean Parkway. The driver, on a suspended license, crashed after colliding with another car. She had a long record of violations. The victims were leaving Shabbat services. Streets remain unforgiving.
According to the New York Post (March 30, 2025), Miriam Yarimi, 32, drove her Audi with a suspended license on Ocean Parkway in Gravesend. She collided with a Toyota Camry, then struck and killed a mother and her two daughters, ages 8 and 6, as they left Shabbat services. NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch confirmed Yarimi's license status. The article reports Yarimi had 'over 93 traffic violations on WIGM8KER including 20 speeding tickets,' and a recent ticket for 'speeding through a school zone.' Yarimi was arrested at the scene, but charges were pending at publication. The case highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians and repeated failures to keep high-risk drivers off city streets.
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Suspended Driver Kills Family On Parkway,
New York Post,
Published 2025-03-30
Suspended Driver Kills Brooklyn Family▸An Audi driver with a suspended license turned at a red. She struck a family crossing Ocean Parkway. A mother and two daughters died. Their son fights for life. Another family in a hit car suffered minor wounds. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist reported on March 29, 2025, that a mother and her two daughters were killed when an Audi A3, driven by Miriam Yarimi, turned right on red and struck them in Midwood, Brooklyn. Police said Yarimi’s license was suspended. The car first hit a Toyota Camry, then continued forward, hitting the family in the crosswalk. The article quotes NYPD Commissioner Tisch: 'This was a horrific tragedy caused by someone who shouldn't have been on the road.' Yarimi faces multiple charges, including manslaughter and aggravated unlicensed operation. The crash left a young boy in critical condition and injured another family. The incident highlights the dangers of unlicensed driving and the risks at busy intersections.
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Suspended Driver Kills Brooklyn Family,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-29
Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger on Ocean Parkway▸Sedan struck while turning left on Ocean Parkway. Improper lane use. Front passenger suffers head injury and shock. Metal twists. Lives change. Brooklyn street, evening rush.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:45 on Ocean Parkway near Parkville Avenue in Brooklyn. One sedan was making a left turn, the other going straight. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, pointing to a driver error in lane handling. The impact hit the right rear of the turning car and the left front of the other. A 42-year-old woman in the front passenger seat of the struck vehicle suffered head injuries and shock. She was restrained by a lap belt. The report notes her complaint of pain or nausea. No other contributing factors or victim actions were listed.
SUV Turning Left Strikes Pedestrian Crossing▸A 49-year-old woman suffered abrasions and arm injuries after an SUV made a left turn and struck her at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash highlights driver failure to yield dangers.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at an intersection on Caton Ave in Brooklyn at 8:45 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda SUV, traveling east and making a left turn, struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists no contributing factors for the pedestrian but indicates the driver was making a left turn, a maneuver requiring yielding to pedestrians. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by driver failure to yield to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
E-Bike Rider Runs Stop, Kills Man▸Luis Cruz stepped from his car. An e-bike delivery worker flew through a stop sign. The crash was sudden. Cruz died on the street. The rider stayed. The intersection is known for danger. Delivery speed and city policy collide.
Gothamist reported on March 23, 2025, that Luis Cruz, 49, died after being struck by an e-bike delivery worker who "sped through a stop sign" at Franklin and India streets in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Witness Jack Collins said, "He died basically on the spot." The e-bike rider remained at the scene; no arrests were made as the investigation continued. The article notes that the intersection is a known trouble spot, with Collins stating, "It's not a unicorn incident. It's happened a lot." The report highlights systemic issues: delivery app pressures, lack of regulation, and a street design that encourages risky moves. City data shows e-bikes account for a small share of traffic deaths, but the policy debate continues.
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E-Bike Rider Runs Stop, Kills Man,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-23
Sedan Rear-Ends Car on Flatbush Avenue▸A sedan slammed into another car on Flatbush Avenue. The driver, age 24, suffered whiplash. Police cite reaction to an uninvolved vehicle as the cause. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended another vehicle at 7:40 AM. The 24-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a neck injury described as whiplash. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" as the contributing factor, pointing to the sedan driver's error in responding to traffic conditions not directly related to the crash. The sedan's left rear bumper was damaged. The injured driver was conscious, not ejected, and wore a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Distracted Driver Hits Child Pedestrian▸A 5-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after a sedan, driven by an inexperienced, distracted driver on a permit, struck him while making a right turn. The child was crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:28 on Tilden Avenue near Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. A 5-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2009 Chevrolet sedan, driven by a male driver holding a learner's permit, struck him with the vehicle's right front bumper while making a right turn. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The child was crossing with the signal at the intersection and sustained abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver’s failure to maintain attention and lack of experience directly contributed to the collision, underscoring systemic risks posed by permit-holding drivers operating vehicles in busy urban environments.
Sedan Rear-Ends Car on Ocean Parkway▸A sedan slammed into the rear of another car on Ocean Parkway. The struck driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Ocean Parkway near 18 Avenue in Brooklyn struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle also heading south. The driver of the struck car, a 34-year-old woman, suffered head trauma and whiplash. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risk of rear-end collisions on busy city streets.
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on Coney Island Ave▸A box truck heading south on Coney Island Avenue hit a 44-year-old man crossing without a signal. Blood pooled. The man fell, suffering deep head wounds. He did not wake. The truck’s right bumper bore the mark.
A 44-year-old man was struck by a southbound box truck on Coney Island Avenue near Avenue K, according to the police report. The report describes the man as crossing without a signal when the collision occurred. The impact was severe: the pedestrian fell hard, sustaining deep head wounds and severe lacerations, and was found unconscious at the scene. Blood marked the pavement. The truck’s right front bumper showed evidence of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further detail on driver actions or errors. The victim’s behavior—crossing without a signal—is mentioned in the report, but no indication is given that it contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the lethal consequences of the truck’s movement through the corridor.
Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal on E 18 St▸A sedan hit a man crossing with the signal on E 18 St at Church Ave. He suffered facial bruises. The street bore witness. No driver errors listed. The car came from Pennsylvania.
A 40-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed E 18 St at Church Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. He suffered a facial contusion but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan was registered in Pennsylvania. No other injuries were reported.
Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash▸A driver out on bail smashed into a Toyota in Bushwick. The crash killed Hayden Wallace and injured three others. The driver fled, leaving chaos behind. Police tracked him for over a year. Charges stack up, but the loss remains.
NY Daily News (March 8, 2025) reports that Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested after a deadly hit-and-run in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Seabrook had been out on bail for a previous crash involving police. On January 8, 2024, he crashed into a Toyota, killing Hayden Wallace and injuring three others. Seabrook fled the scene, abandoning his vehicle. The article notes, "All accidents are useless but this one was even more useless because [Seabrook] had so many other offenses." Seabrook faces 23 charges, including manslaughter, leaving the scene, unlicensed driving, and speeding. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and questions about bail and enforcement. Police needed over a year to arrest Seabrook, who had a history of fleeing crashes and driving without a license.
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Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-08
Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg▸A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. The driver hit a man crouched for food. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. The driver fled. Police are still searching. Brooklyn’s streets remain deadly for those on foot.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road, Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was kneeling in the street to pick up food when the truck, turning right, hit him. According to police, 'the driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene.' The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The article notes this was one of several fatal crashes in Brooklyn that week, highlighting persistent dangers for pedestrians. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene underscores ongoing issues with hit-and-runs and enforcement.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver was making a left turn and hit the pedestrian in the crosswalk. The victim was in shock but showed no visible complaints.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue O in Brooklyn at 16:08. A sedan traveling west was making a left turn when it struck a 71-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, yet the vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield were cited in the report, and the pedestrian’s crossing with the signal was noted. Contributing factors for the pedestrian were marked as unspecified. The report highlights the systemic danger posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
A sedan struck a cyclist on Flatbush Ave. The rider, 23, suffered pain and shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal met flesh. The street did not forgive.
A sedan collided with a cyclist on Flatbush Ave at Beverley Rd in Brooklyn. The 23-year-old cyclist was injured, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The sedan's right front bumper struck the cyclist, who was slowing or stopping. The driver of the sedan was licensed and headed north. No helmet or signal issues were listed for the cyclist. The crash left the cyclist hurt and exposed the danger of distracted driving.
Speeding Driver Kills Brooklyn Family Crossing▸A mother and two daughters died on Ocean Parkway. The car struck them in the crosswalk. The driver sped, license suspended, dozens of violations. A son clings to life. The street holds the mark. Lawmakers call for speed limiters.
CBS New York (2025-04-02) reports that Miriam Yarimi faces arraignment after a crash in Midwood, Brooklyn killed Natasha Saada and her daughters, ages 8 and 5, as they crossed Ocean Parkway. Police say Yarimi was speeding, rear-ended another car, and hit the family in the crosswalk. Her license was suspended, with 'dozens of violations and $10,000 of unpaid fines.' NYPD Commissioner Tisch stated, 'This was a horrific tragedy caused by someone who shouldn't have been on the road.' The crash renewed calls for Albany lawmakers to mandate speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders, with a bill proposed to require such technology for drivers with more than six camera violations.
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Speeding Driver Kills Brooklyn Family Crossing,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-02
SUV Driver Injured in Foster Avenue Crash▸A 73-year-old woman suffered back injuries when her SUV was struck on Foster Avenue. The crash left her conscious but hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified.
A 73-year-old woman driving a Honda SUV was injured in a crash on Foster Avenue at East 24th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported. The SUV sustained damage to the left rear bumper. The police report does not specify any driver errors or additional contributing factors.
Speeding Driver Kills Brooklyn Family Crossing▸A driver sped through a red light on Ocean Parkway. She struck an Uber, flipped, then hit a mother and her three children in the crosswalk. The mother and two daughters died. The lone surviving son remains in critical condition.
According to the New York Post (2025-04-01), Miriam Yarimi drove her Audi at 50 mph—twice the speed limit—without a license, insurance, or registration. She ran a red light at Quentin Road and Ocean Parkway, striking an Uber and then a family lawfully crossing. Natasha Saada, 32, and her daughters Diana, 8, and Debra, 5, were killed. Only Saada’s son survived, hospitalized in critical condition. The article quotes survivor Mahbuba Ahmedova: “When I opened my eyes, I saw two kids were killed, and I thought they were my kids.” Yarimi faces three counts of manslaughter. The crash exposes the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and unlicensed driving on city streets.
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Speeding Driver Kills Brooklyn Family Crossing,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-01
Brooklyn Mother, Children Killed in Crosswalk Crash▸A driver ran a red light on Ocean Parkway. She struck a mother and three children in the crosswalk. The mother and two daughters died. The youngest boy fights for life. Charges include manslaughter and reckless driving. Systemic failures linger.
NY Daily News reported on March 31, 2025, that Miriam Yarimi faces charges after fatally striking Natasha Saada and her three children in a Brooklyn crosswalk. Police say Yarimi 'careened into them' at Ocean Parkway and Quentin Road, running a red light and speeding. The mother and two daughters, ages 5 and 8, died at the hospital. The 4-year-old son remains in critical condition. Yarimi faces counts of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, reckless driving, and aggravated unlicensed driving. The article notes Yarimi's prior legal battles with the city and her involuntary psychiatric commitment after the crash. The case highlights ongoing risks at city intersections and the deadly consequences when drivers ignore signals and speed limits.
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Brooklyn Mother, Children Killed in Crosswalk Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-31
Suspended Driver Kills Family On Parkway▸A mother and her two daughters died on Ocean Parkway. The driver, on a suspended license, crashed after colliding with another car. She had a long record of violations. The victims were leaving Shabbat services. Streets remain unforgiving.
According to the New York Post (March 30, 2025), Miriam Yarimi, 32, drove her Audi with a suspended license on Ocean Parkway in Gravesend. She collided with a Toyota Camry, then struck and killed a mother and her two daughters, ages 8 and 6, as they left Shabbat services. NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch confirmed Yarimi's license status. The article reports Yarimi had 'over 93 traffic violations on WIGM8KER including 20 speeding tickets,' and a recent ticket for 'speeding through a school zone.' Yarimi was arrested at the scene, but charges were pending at publication. The case highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians and repeated failures to keep high-risk drivers off city streets.
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Suspended Driver Kills Family On Parkway,
New York Post,
Published 2025-03-30
Suspended Driver Kills Brooklyn Family▸An Audi driver with a suspended license turned at a red. She struck a family crossing Ocean Parkway. A mother and two daughters died. Their son fights for life. Another family in a hit car suffered minor wounds. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist reported on March 29, 2025, that a mother and her two daughters were killed when an Audi A3, driven by Miriam Yarimi, turned right on red and struck them in Midwood, Brooklyn. Police said Yarimi’s license was suspended. The car first hit a Toyota Camry, then continued forward, hitting the family in the crosswalk. The article quotes NYPD Commissioner Tisch: 'This was a horrific tragedy caused by someone who shouldn't have been on the road.' Yarimi faces multiple charges, including manslaughter and aggravated unlicensed operation. The crash left a young boy in critical condition and injured another family. The incident highlights the dangers of unlicensed driving and the risks at busy intersections.
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Suspended Driver Kills Brooklyn Family,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-29
Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger on Ocean Parkway▸Sedan struck while turning left on Ocean Parkway. Improper lane use. Front passenger suffers head injury and shock. Metal twists. Lives change. Brooklyn street, evening rush.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:45 on Ocean Parkway near Parkville Avenue in Brooklyn. One sedan was making a left turn, the other going straight. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, pointing to a driver error in lane handling. The impact hit the right rear of the turning car and the left front of the other. A 42-year-old woman in the front passenger seat of the struck vehicle suffered head injuries and shock. She was restrained by a lap belt. The report notes her complaint of pain or nausea. No other contributing factors or victim actions were listed.
SUV Turning Left Strikes Pedestrian Crossing▸A 49-year-old woman suffered abrasions and arm injuries after an SUV made a left turn and struck her at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash highlights driver failure to yield dangers.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at an intersection on Caton Ave in Brooklyn at 8:45 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda SUV, traveling east and making a left turn, struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists no contributing factors for the pedestrian but indicates the driver was making a left turn, a maneuver requiring yielding to pedestrians. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by driver failure to yield to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
E-Bike Rider Runs Stop, Kills Man▸Luis Cruz stepped from his car. An e-bike delivery worker flew through a stop sign. The crash was sudden. Cruz died on the street. The rider stayed. The intersection is known for danger. Delivery speed and city policy collide.
Gothamist reported on March 23, 2025, that Luis Cruz, 49, died after being struck by an e-bike delivery worker who "sped through a stop sign" at Franklin and India streets in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Witness Jack Collins said, "He died basically on the spot." The e-bike rider remained at the scene; no arrests were made as the investigation continued. The article notes that the intersection is a known trouble spot, with Collins stating, "It's not a unicorn incident. It's happened a lot." The report highlights systemic issues: delivery app pressures, lack of regulation, and a street design that encourages risky moves. City data shows e-bikes account for a small share of traffic deaths, but the policy debate continues.
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E-Bike Rider Runs Stop, Kills Man,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-23
Sedan Rear-Ends Car on Flatbush Avenue▸A sedan slammed into another car on Flatbush Avenue. The driver, age 24, suffered whiplash. Police cite reaction to an uninvolved vehicle as the cause. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended another vehicle at 7:40 AM. The 24-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a neck injury described as whiplash. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" as the contributing factor, pointing to the sedan driver's error in responding to traffic conditions not directly related to the crash. The sedan's left rear bumper was damaged. The injured driver was conscious, not ejected, and wore a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Distracted Driver Hits Child Pedestrian▸A 5-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after a sedan, driven by an inexperienced, distracted driver on a permit, struck him while making a right turn. The child was crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:28 on Tilden Avenue near Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. A 5-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2009 Chevrolet sedan, driven by a male driver holding a learner's permit, struck him with the vehicle's right front bumper while making a right turn. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The child was crossing with the signal at the intersection and sustained abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver’s failure to maintain attention and lack of experience directly contributed to the collision, underscoring systemic risks posed by permit-holding drivers operating vehicles in busy urban environments.
Sedan Rear-Ends Car on Ocean Parkway▸A sedan slammed into the rear of another car on Ocean Parkway. The struck driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Ocean Parkway near 18 Avenue in Brooklyn struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle also heading south. The driver of the struck car, a 34-year-old woman, suffered head trauma and whiplash. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risk of rear-end collisions on busy city streets.
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on Coney Island Ave▸A box truck heading south on Coney Island Avenue hit a 44-year-old man crossing without a signal. Blood pooled. The man fell, suffering deep head wounds. He did not wake. The truck’s right bumper bore the mark.
A 44-year-old man was struck by a southbound box truck on Coney Island Avenue near Avenue K, according to the police report. The report describes the man as crossing without a signal when the collision occurred. The impact was severe: the pedestrian fell hard, sustaining deep head wounds and severe lacerations, and was found unconscious at the scene. Blood marked the pavement. The truck’s right front bumper showed evidence of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further detail on driver actions or errors. The victim’s behavior—crossing without a signal—is mentioned in the report, but no indication is given that it contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the lethal consequences of the truck’s movement through the corridor.
Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal on E 18 St▸A sedan hit a man crossing with the signal on E 18 St at Church Ave. He suffered facial bruises. The street bore witness. No driver errors listed. The car came from Pennsylvania.
A 40-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed E 18 St at Church Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. He suffered a facial contusion but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan was registered in Pennsylvania. No other injuries were reported.
Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash▸A driver out on bail smashed into a Toyota in Bushwick. The crash killed Hayden Wallace and injured three others. The driver fled, leaving chaos behind. Police tracked him for over a year. Charges stack up, but the loss remains.
NY Daily News (March 8, 2025) reports that Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested after a deadly hit-and-run in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Seabrook had been out on bail for a previous crash involving police. On January 8, 2024, he crashed into a Toyota, killing Hayden Wallace and injuring three others. Seabrook fled the scene, abandoning his vehicle. The article notes, "All accidents are useless but this one was even more useless because [Seabrook] had so many other offenses." Seabrook faces 23 charges, including manslaughter, leaving the scene, unlicensed driving, and speeding. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and questions about bail and enforcement. Police needed over a year to arrest Seabrook, who had a history of fleeing crashes and driving without a license.
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Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-08
Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg▸A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. The driver hit a man crouched for food. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. The driver fled. Police are still searching. Brooklyn’s streets remain deadly for those on foot.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road, Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was kneeling in the street to pick up food when the truck, turning right, hit him. According to police, 'the driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene.' The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The article notes this was one of several fatal crashes in Brooklyn that week, highlighting persistent dangers for pedestrians. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene underscores ongoing issues with hit-and-runs and enforcement.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver was making a left turn and hit the pedestrian in the crosswalk. The victim was in shock but showed no visible complaints.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue O in Brooklyn at 16:08. A sedan traveling west was making a left turn when it struck a 71-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, yet the vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield were cited in the report, and the pedestrian’s crossing with the signal was noted. Contributing factors for the pedestrian were marked as unspecified. The report highlights the systemic danger posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
A mother and two daughters died on Ocean Parkway. The car struck them in the crosswalk. The driver sped, license suspended, dozens of violations. A son clings to life. The street holds the mark. Lawmakers call for speed limiters.
CBS New York (2025-04-02) reports that Miriam Yarimi faces arraignment after a crash in Midwood, Brooklyn killed Natasha Saada and her daughters, ages 8 and 5, as they crossed Ocean Parkway. Police say Yarimi was speeding, rear-ended another car, and hit the family in the crosswalk. Her license was suspended, with 'dozens of violations and $10,000 of unpaid fines.' NYPD Commissioner Tisch stated, 'This was a horrific tragedy caused by someone who shouldn't have been on the road.' The crash renewed calls for Albany lawmakers to mandate speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders, with a bill proposed to require such technology for drivers with more than six camera violations.
- Speeding Driver Kills Brooklyn Family Crossing, CBS New York, Published 2025-04-02
SUV Driver Injured in Foster Avenue Crash▸A 73-year-old woman suffered back injuries when her SUV was struck on Foster Avenue. The crash left her conscious but hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified.
A 73-year-old woman driving a Honda SUV was injured in a crash on Foster Avenue at East 24th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported. The SUV sustained damage to the left rear bumper. The police report does not specify any driver errors or additional contributing factors.
Speeding Driver Kills Brooklyn Family Crossing▸A driver sped through a red light on Ocean Parkway. She struck an Uber, flipped, then hit a mother and her three children in the crosswalk. The mother and two daughters died. The lone surviving son remains in critical condition.
According to the New York Post (2025-04-01), Miriam Yarimi drove her Audi at 50 mph—twice the speed limit—without a license, insurance, or registration. She ran a red light at Quentin Road and Ocean Parkway, striking an Uber and then a family lawfully crossing. Natasha Saada, 32, and her daughters Diana, 8, and Debra, 5, were killed. Only Saada’s son survived, hospitalized in critical condition. The article quotes survivor Mahbuba Ahmedova: “When I opened my eyes, I saw two kids were killed, and I thought they were my kids.” Yarimi faces three counts of manslaughter. The crash exposes the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and unlicensed driving on city streets.
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Speeding Driver Kills Brooklyn Family Crossing,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-01
Brooklyn Mother, Children Killed in Crosswalk Crash▸A driver ran a red light on Ocean Parkway. She struck a mother and three children in the crosswalk. The mother and two daughters died. The youngest boy fights for life. Charges include manslaughter and reckless driving. Systemic failures linger.
NY Daily News reported on March 31, 2025, that Miriam Yarimi faces charges after fatally striking Natasha Saada and her three children in a Brooklyn crosswalk. Police say Yarimi 'careened into them' at Ocean Parkway and Quentin Road, running a red light and speeding. The mother and two daughters, ages 5 and 8, died at the hospital. The 4-year-old son remains in critical condition. Yarimi faces counts of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, reckless driving, and aggravated unlicensed driving. The article notes Yarimi's prior legal battles with the city and her involuntary psychiatric commitment after the crash. The case highlights ongoing risks at city intersections and the deadly consequences when drivers ignore signals and speed limits.
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Brooklyn Mother, Children Killed in Crosswalk Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-31
Suspended Driver Kills Family On Parkway▸A mother and her two daughters died on Ocean Parkway. The driver, on a suspended license, crashed after colliding with another car. She had a long record of violations. The victims were leaving Shabbat services. Streets remain unforgiving.
According to the New York Post (March 30, 2025), Miriam Yarimi, 32, drove her Audi with a suspended license on Ocean Parkway in Gravesend. She collided with a Toyota Camry, then struck and killed a mother and her two daughters, ages 8 and 6, as they left Shabbat services. NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch confirmed Yarimi's license status. The article reports Yarimi had 'over 93 traffic violations on WIGM8KER including 20 speeding tickets,' and a recent ticket for 'speeding through a school zone.' Yarimi was arrested at the scene, but charges were pending at publication. The case highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians and repeated failures to keep high-risk drivers off city streets.
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Suspended Driver Kills Family On Parkway,
New York Post,
Published 2025-03-30
Suspended Driver Kills Brooklyn Family▸An Audi driver with a suspended license turned at a red. She struck a family crossing Ocean Parkway. A mother and two daughters died. Their son fights for life. Another family in a hit car suffered minor wounds. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist reported on March 29, 2025, that a mother and her two daughters were killed when an Audi A3, driven by Miriam Yarimi, turned right on red and struck them in Midwood, Brooklyn. Police said Yarimi’s license was suspended. The car first hit a Toyota Camry, then continued forward, hitting the family in the crosswalk. The article quotes NYPD Commissioner Tisch: 'This was a horrific tragedy caused by someone who shouldn't have been on the road.' Yarimi faces multiple charges, including manslaughter and aggravated unlicensed operation. The crash left a young boy in critical condition and injured another family. The incident highlights the dangers of unlicensed driving and the risks at busy intersections.
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Suspended Driver Kills Brooklyn Family,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-29
Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger on Ocean Parkway▸Sedan struck while turning left on Ocean Parkway. Improper lane use. Front passenger suffers head injury and shock. Metal twists. Lives change. Brooklyn street, evening rush.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:45 on Ocean Parkway near Parkville Avenue in Brooklyn. One sedan was making a left turn, the other going straight. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, pointing to a driver error in lane handling. The impact hit the right rear of the turning car and the left front of the other. A 42-year-old woman in the front passenger seat of the struck vehicle suffered head injuries and shock. She was restrained by a lap belt. The report notes her complaint of pain or nausea. No other contributing factors or victim actions were listed.
SUV Turning Left Strikes Pedestrian Crossing▸A 49-year-old woman suffered abrasions and arm injuries after an SUV made a left turn and struck her at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash highlights driver failure to yield dangers.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at an intersection on Caton Ave in Brooklyn at 8:45 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda SUV, traveling east and making a left turn, struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists no contributing factors for the pedestrian but indicates the driver was making a left turn, a maneuver requiring yielding to pedestrians. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by driver failure to yield to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
E-Bike Rider Runs Stop, Kills Man▸Luis Cruz stepped from his car. An e-bike delivery worker flew through a stop sign. The crash was sudden. Cruz died on the street. The rider stayed. The intersection is known for danger. Delivery speed and city policy collide.
Gothamist reported on March 23, 2025, that Luis Cruz, 49, died after being struck by an e-bike delivery worker who "sped through a stop sign" at Franklin and India streets in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Witness Jack Collins said, "He died basically on the spot." The e-bike rider remained at the scene; no arrests were made as the investigation continued. The article notes that the intersection is a known trouble spot, with Collins stating, "It's not a unicorn incident. It's happened a lot." The report highlights systemic issues: delivery app pressures, lack of regulation, and a street design that encourages risky moves. City data shows e-bikes account for a small share of traffic deaths, but the policy debate continues.
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E-Bike Rider Runs Stop, Kills Man,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-23
Sedan Rear-Ends Car on Flatbush Avenue▸A sedan slammed into another car on Flatbush Avenue. The driver, age 24, suffered whiplash. Police cite reaction to an uninvolved vehicle as the cause. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended another vehicle at 7:40 AM. The 24-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a neck injury described as whiplash. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" as the contributing factor, pointing to the sedan driver's error in responding to traffic conditions not directly related to the crash. The sedan's left rear bumper was damaged. The injured driver was conscious, not ejected, and wore a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Distracted Driver Hits Child Pedestrian▸A 5-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after a sedan, driven by an inexperienced, distracted driver on a permit, struck him while making a right turn. The child was crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:28 on Tilden Avenue near Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. A 5-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2009 Chevrolet sedan, driven by a male driver holding a learner's permit, struck him with the vehicle's right front bumper while making a right turn. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The child was crossing with the signal at the intersection and sustained abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver’s failure to maintain attention and lack of experience directly contributed to the collision, underscoring systemic risks posed by permit-holding drivers operating vehicles in busy urban environments.
Sedan Rear-Ends Car on Ocean Parkway▸A sedan slammed into the rear of another car on Ocean Parkway. The struck driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Ocean Parkway near 18 Avenue in Brooklyn struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle also heading south. The driver of the struck car, a 34-year-old woman, suffered head trauma and whiplash. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risk of rear-end collisions on busy city streets.
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on Coney Island Ave▸A box truck heading south on Coney Island Avenue hit a 44-year-old man crossing without a signal. Blood pooled. The man fell, suffering deep head wounds. He did not wake. The truck’s right bumper bore the mark.
A 44-year-old man was struck by a southbound box truck on Coney Island Avenue near Avenue K, according to the police report. The report describes the man as crossing without a signal when the collision occurred. The impact was severe: the pedestrian fell hard, sustaining deep head wounds and severe lacerations, and was found unconscious at the scene. Blood marked the pavement. The truck’s right front bumper showed evidence of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further detail on driver actions or errors. The victim’s behavior—crossing without a signal—is mentioned in the report, but no indication is given that it contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the lethal consequences of the truck’s movement through the corridor.
Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal on E 18 St▸A sedan hit a man crossing with the signal on E 18 St at Church Ave. He suffered facial bruises. The street bore witness. No driver errors listed. The car came from Pennsylvania.
A 40-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed E 18 St at Church Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. He suffered a facial contusion but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan was registered in Pennsylvania. No other injuries were reported.
Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash▸A driver out on bail smashed into a Toyota in Bushwick. The crash killed Hayden Wallace and injured three others. The driver fled, leaving chaos behind. Police tracked him for over a year. Charges stack up, but the loss remains.
NY Daily News (March 8, 2025) reports that Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested after a deadly hit-and-run in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Seabrook had been out on bail for a previous crash involving police. On January 8, 2024, he crashed into a Toyota, killing Hayden Wallace and injuring three others. Seabrook fled the scene, abandoning his vehicle. The article notes, "All accidents are useless but this one was even more useless because [Seabrook] had so many other offenses." Seabrook faces 23 charges, including manslaughter, leaving the scene, unlicensed driving, and speeding. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and questions about bail and enforcement. Police needed over a year to arrest Seabrook, who had a history of fleeing crashes and driving without a license.
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Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-08
Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg▸A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. The driver hit a man crouched for food. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. The driver fled. Police are still searching. Brooklyn’s streets remain deadly for those on foot.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road, Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was kneeling in the street to pick up food when the truck, turning right, hit him. According to police, 'the driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene.' The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The article notes this was one of several fatal crashes in Brooklyn that week, highlighting persistent dangers for pedestrians. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene underscores ongoing issues with hit-and-runs and enforcement.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver was making a left turn and hit the pedestrian in the crosswalk. The victim was in shock but showed no visible complaints.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue O in Brooklyn at 16:08. A sedan traveling west was making a left turn when it struck a 71-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, yet the vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield were cited in the report, and the pedestrian’s crossing with the signal was noted. Contributing factors for the pedestrian were marked as unspecified. The report highlights the systemic danger posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
A 73-year-old woman suffered back injuries when her SUV was struck on Foster Avenue. The crash left her conscious but hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified.
A 73-year-old woman driving a Honda SUV was injured in a crash on Foster Avenue at East 24th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported. The SUV sustained damage to the left rear bumper. The police report does not specify any driver errors or additional contributing factors.
Speeding Driver Kills Brooklyn Family Crossing▸A driver sped through a red light on Ocean Parkway. She struck an Uber, flipped, then hit a mother and her three children in the crosswalk. The mother and two daughters died. The lone surviving son remains in critical condition.
According to the New York Post (2025-04-01), Miriam Yarimi drove her Audi at 50 mph—twice the speed limit—without a license, insurance, or registration. She ran a red light at Quentin Road and Ocean Parkway, striking an Uber and then a family lawfully crossing. Natasha Saada, 32, and her daughters Diana, 8, and Debra, 5, were killed. Only Saada’s son survived, hospitalized in critical condition. The article quotes survivor Mahbuba Ahmedova: “When I opened my eyes, I saw two kids were killed, and I thought they were my kids.” Yarimi faces three counts of manslaughter. The crash exposes the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and unlicensed driving on city streets.
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Speeding Driver Kills Brooklyn Family Crossing,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-01
Brooklyn Mother, Children Killed in Crosswalk Crash▸A driver ran a red light on Ocean Parkway. She struck a mother and three children in the crosswalk. The mother and two daughters died. The youngest boy fights for life. Charges include manslaughter and reckless driving. Systemic failures linger.
NY Daily News reported on March 31, 2025, that Miriam Yarimi faces charges after fatally striking Natasha Saada and her three children in a Brooklyn crosswalk. Police say Yarimi 'careened into them' at Ocean Parkway and Quentin Road, running a red light and speeding. The mother and two daughters, ages 5 and 8, died at the hospital. The 4-year-old son remains in critical condition. Yarimi faces counts of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, reckless driving, and aggravated unlicensed driving. The article notes Yarimi's prior legal battles with the city and her involuntary psychiatric commitment after the crash. The case highlights ongoing risks at city intersections and the deadly consequences when drivers ignore signals and speed limits.
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Brooklyn Mother, Children Killed in Crosswalk Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-31
Suspended Driver Kills Family On Parkway▸A mother and her two daughters died on Ocean Parkway. The driver, on a suspended license, crashed after colliding with another car. She had a long record of violations. The victims were leaving Shabbat services. Streets remain unforgiving.
According to the New York Post (March 30, 2025), Miriam Yarimi, 32, drove her Audi with a suspended license on Ocean Parkway in Gravesend. She collided with a Toyota Camry, then struck and killed a mother and her two daughters, ages 8 and 6, as they left Shabbat services. NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch confirmed Yarimi's license status. The article reports Yarimi had 'over 93 traffic violations on WIGM8KER including 20 speeding tickets,' and a recent ticket for 'speeding through a school zone.' Yarimi was arrested at the scene, but charges were pending at publication. The case highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians and repeated failures to keep high-risk drivers off city streets.
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Suspended Driver Kills Family On Parkway,
New York Post,
Published 2025-03-30
Suspended Driver Kills Brooklyn Family▸An Audi driver with a suspended license turned at a red. She struck a family crossing Ocean Parkway. A mother and two daughters died. Their son fights for life. Another family in a hit car suffered minor wounds. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist reported on March 29, 2025, that a mother and her two daughters were killed when an Audi A3, driven by Miriam Yarimi, turned right on red and struck them in Midwood, Brooklyn. Police said Yarimi’s license was suspended. The car first hit a Toyota Camry, then continued forward, hitting the family in the crosswalk. The article quotes NYPD Commissioner Tisch: 'This was a horrific tragedy caused by someone who shouldn't have been on the road.' Yarimi faces multiple charges, including manslaughter and aggravated unlicensed operation. The crash left a young boy in critical condition and injured another family. The incident highlights the dangers of unlicensed driving and the risks at busy intersections.
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Suspended Driver Kills Brooklyn Family,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-29
Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger on Ocean Parkway▸Sedan struck while turning left on Ocean Parkway. Improper lane use. Front passenger suffers head injury and shock. Metal twists. Lives change. Brooklyn street, evening rush.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:45 on Ocean Parkway near Parkville Avenue in Brooklyn. One sedan was making a left turn, the other going straight. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, pointing to a driver error in lane handling. The impact hit the right rear of the turning car and the left front of the other. A 42-year-old woman in the front passenger seat of the struck vehicle suffered head injuries and shock. She was restrained by a lap belt. The report notes her complaint of pain or nausea. No other contributing factors or victim actions were listed.
SUV Turning Left Strikes Pedestrian Crossing▸A 49-year-old woman suffered abrasions and arm injuries after an SUV made a left turn and struck her at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash highlights driver failure to yield dangers.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at an intersection on Caton Ave in Brooklyn at 8:45 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda SUV, traveling east and making a left turn, struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists no contributing factors for the pedestrian but indicates the driver was making a left turn, a maneuver requiring yielding to pedestrians. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by driver failure to yield to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
E-Bike Rider Runs Stop, Kills Man▸Luis Cruz stepped from his car. An e-bike delivery worker flew through a stop sign. The crash was sudden. Cruz died on the street. The rider stayed. The intersection is known for danger. Delivery speed and city policy collide.
Gothamist reported on March 23, 2025, that Luis Cruz, 49, died after being struck by an e-bike delivery worker who "sped through a stop sign" at Franklin and India streets in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Witness Jack Collins said, "He died basically on the spot." The e-bike rider remained at the scene; no arrests were made as the investigation continued. The article notes that the intersection is a known trouble spot, with Collins stating, "It's not a unicorn incident. It's happened a lot." The report highlights systemic issues: delivery app pressures, lack of regulation, and a street design that encourages risky moves. City data shows e-bikes account for a small share of traffic deaths, but the policy debate continues.
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E-Bike Rider Runs Stop, Kills Man,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-23
Sedan Rear-Ends Car on Flatbush Avenue▸A sedan slammed into another car on Flatbush Avenue. The driver, age 24, suffered whiplash. Police cite reaction to an uninvolved vehicle as the cause. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended another vehicle at 7:40 AM. The 24-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a neck injury described as whiplash. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" as the contributing factor, pointing to the sedan driver's error in responding to traffic conditions not directly related to the crash. The sedan's left rear bumper was damaged. The injured driver was conscious, not ejected, and wore a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Distracted Driver Hits Child Pedestrian▸A 5-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after a sedan, driven by an inexperienced, distracted driver on a permit, struck him while making a right turn. The child was crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:28 on Tilden Avenue near Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. A 5-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2009 Chevrolet sedan, driven by a male driver holding a learner's permit, struck him with the vehicle's right front bumper while making a right turn. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The child was crossing with the signal at the intersection and sustained abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver’s failure to maintain attention and lack of experience directly contributed to the collision, underscoring systemic risks posed by permit-holding drivers operating vehicles in busy urban environments.
Sedan Rear-Ends Car on Ocean Parkway▸A sedan slammed into the rear of another car on Ocean Parkway. The struck driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Ocean Parkway near 18 Avenue in Brooklyn struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle also heading south. The driver of the struck car, a 34-year-old woman, suffered head trauma and whiplash. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risk of rear-end collisions on busy city streets.
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on Coney Island Ave▸A box truck heading south on Coney Island Avenue hit a 44-year-old man crossing without a signal. Blood pooled. The man fell, suffering deep head wounds. He did not wake. The truck’s right bumper bore the mark.
A 44-year-old man was struck by a southbound box truck on Coney Island Avenue near Avenue K, according to the police report. The report describes the man as crossing without a signal when the collision occurred. The impact was severe: the pedestrian fell hard, sustaining deep head wounds and severe lacerations, and was found unconscious at the scene. Blood marked the pavement. The truck’s right front bumper showed evidence of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further detail on driver actions or errors. The victim’s behavior—crossing without a signal—is mentioned in the report, but no indication is given that it contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the lethal consequences of the truck’s movement through the corridor.
Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal on E 18 St▸A sedan hit a man crossing with the signal on E 18 St at Church Ave. He suffered facial bruises. The street bore witness. No driver errors listed. The car came from Pennsylvania.
A 40-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed E 18 St at Church Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. He suffered a facial contusion but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan was registered in Pennsylvania. No other injuries were reported.
Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash▸A driver out on bail smashed into a Toyota in Bushwick. The crash killed Hayden Wallace and injured three others. The driver fled, leaving chaos behind. Police tracked him for over a year. Charges stack up, but the loss remains.
NY Daily News (March 8, 2025) reports that Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested after a deadly hit-and-run in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Seabrook had been out on bail for a previous crash involving police. On January 8, 2024, he crashed into a Toyota, killing Hayden Wallace and injuring three others. Seabrook fled the scene, abandoning his vehicle. The article notes, "All accidents are useless but this one was even more useless because [Seabrook] had so many other offenses." Seabrook faces 23 charges, including manslaughter, leaving the scene, unlicensed driving, and speeding. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and questions about bail and enforcement. Police needed over a year to arrest Seabrook, who had a history of fleeing crashes and driving without a license.
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Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-08
Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg▸A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. The driver hit a man crouched for food. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. The driver fled. Police are still searching. Brooklyn’s streets remain deadly for those on foot.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road, Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was kneeling in the street to pick up food when the truck, turning right, hit him. According to police, 'the driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene.' The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The article notes this was one of several fatal crashes in Brooklyn that week, highlighting persistent dangers for pedestrians. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene underscores ongoing issues with hit-and-runs and enforcement.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver was making a left turn and hit the pedestrian in the crosswalk. The victim was in shock but showed no visible complaints.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue O in Brooklyn at 16:08. A sedan traveling west was making a left turn when it struck a 71-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, yet the vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield were cited in the report, and the pedestrian’s crossing with the signal was noted. Contributing factors for the pedestrian were marked as unspecified. The report highlights the systemic danger posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
A driver sped through a red light on Ocean Parkway. She struck an Uber, flipped, then hit a mother and her three children in the crosswalk. The mother and two daughters died. The lone surviving son remains in critical condition.
According to the New York Post (2025-04-01), Miriam Yarimi drove her Audi at 50 mph—twice the speed limit—without a license, insurance, or registration. She ran a red light at Quentin Road and Ocean Parkway, striking an Uber and then a family lawfully crossing. Natasha Saada, 32, and her daughters Diana, 8, and Debra, 5, were killed. Only Saada’s son survived, hospitalized in critical condition. The article quotes survivor Mahbuba Ahmedova: “When I opened my eyes, I saw two kids were killed, and I thought they were my kids.” Yarimi faces three counts of manslaughter. The crash exposes the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and unlicensed driving on city streets.
- Speeding Driver Kills Brooklyn Family Crossing, New York Post, Published 2025-04-01
Brooklyn Mother, Children Killed in Crosswalk Crash▸A driver ran a red light on Ocean Parkway. She struck a mother and three children in the crosswalk. The mother and two daughters died. The youngest boy fights for life. Charges include manslaughter and reckless driving. Systemic failures linger.
NY Daily News reported on March 31, 2025, that Miriam Yarimi faces charges after fatally striking Natasha Saada and her three children in a Brooklyn crosswalk. Police say Yarimi 'careened into them' at Ocean Parkway and Quentin Road, running a red light and speeding. The mother and two daughters, ages 5 and 8, died at the hospital. The 4-year-old son remains in critical condition. Yarimi faces counts of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, reckless driving, and aggravated unlicensed driving. The article notes Yarimi's prior legal battles with the city and her involuntary psychiatric commitment after the crash. The case highlights ongoing risks at city intersections and the deadly consequences when drivers ignore signals and speed limits.
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Brooklyn Mother, Children Killed in Crosswalk Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-31
Suspended Driver Kills Family On Parkway▸A mother and her two daughters died on Ocean Parkway. The driver, on a suspended license, crashed after colliding with another car. She had a long record of violations. The victims were leaving Shabbat services. Streets remain unforgiving.
According to the New York Post (March 30, 2025), Miriam Yarimi, 32, drove her Audi with a suspended license on Ocean Parkway in Gravesend. She collided with a Toyota Camry, then struck and killed a mother and her two daughters, ages 8 and 6, as they left Shabbat services. NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch confirmed Yarimi's license status. The article reports Yarimi had 'over 93 traffic violations on WIGM8KER including 20 speeding tickets,' and a recent ticket for 'speeding through a school zone.' Yarimi was arrested at the scene, but charges were pending at publication. The case highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians and repeated failures to keep high-risk drivers off city streets.
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Suspended Driver Kills Family On Parkway,
New York Post,
Published 2025-03-30
Suspended Driver Kills Brooklyn Family▸An Audi driver with a suspended license turned at a red. She struck a family crossing Ocean Parkway. A mother and two daughters died. Their son fights for life. Another family in a hit car suffered minor wounds. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist reported on March 29, 2025, that a mother and her two daughters were killed when an Audi A3, driven by Miriam Yarimi, turned right on red and struck them in Midwood, Brooklyn. Police said Yarimi’s license was suspended. The car first hit a Toyota Camry, then continued forward, hitting the family in the crosswalk. The article quotes NYPD Commissioner Tisch: 'This was a horrific tragedy caused by someone who shouldn't have been on the road.' Yarimi faces multiple charges, including manslaughter and aggravated unlicensed operation. The crash left a young boy in critical condition and injured another family. The incident highlights the dangers of unlicensed driving and the risks at busy intersections.
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Suspended Driver Kills Brooklyn Family,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-29
Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger on Ocean Parkway▸Sedan struck while turning left on Ocean Parkway. Improper lane use. Front passenger suffers head injury and shock. Metal twists. Lives change. Brooklyn street, evening rush.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:45 on Ocean Parkway near Parkville Avenue in Brooklyn. One sedan was making a left turn, the other going straight. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, pointing to a driver error in lane handling. The impact hit the right rear of the turning car and the left front of the other. A 42-year-old woman in the front passenger seat of the struck vehicle suffered head injuries and shock. She was restrained by a lap belt. The report notes her complaint of pain or nausea. No other contributing factors or victim actions were listed.
SUV Turning Left Strikes Pedestrian Crossing▸A 49-year-old woman suffered abrasions and arm injuries after an SUV made a left turn and struck her at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash highlights driver failure to yield dangers.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at an intersection on Caton Ave in Brooklyn at 8:45 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda SUV, traveling east and making a left turn, struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists no contributing factors for the pedestrian but indicates the driver was making a left turn, a maneuver requiring yielding to pedestrians. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by driver failure to yield to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
E-Bike Rider Runs Stop, Kills Man▸Luis Cruz stepped from his car. An e-bike delivery worker flew through a stop sign. The crash was sudden. Cruz died on the street. The rider stayed. The intersection is known for danger. Delivery speed and city policy collide.
Gothamist reported on March 23, 2025, that Luis Cruz, 49, died after being struck by an e-bike delivery worker who "sped through a stop sign" at Franklin and India streets in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Witness Jack Collins said, "He died basically on the spot." The e-bike rider remained at the scene; no arrests were made as the investigation continued. The article notes that the intersection is a known trouble spot, with Collins stating, "It's not a unicorn incident. It's happened a lot." The report highlights systemic issues: delivery app pressures, lack of regulation, and a street design that encourages risky moves. City data shows e-bikes account for a small share of traffic deaths, but the policy debate continues.
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E-Bike Rider Runs Stop, Kills Man,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-23
Sedan Rear-Ends Car on Flatbush Avenue▸A sedan slammed into another car on Flatbush Avenue. The driver, age 24, suffered whiplash. Police cite reaction to an uninvolved vehicle as the cause. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended another vehicle at 7:40 AM. The 24-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a neck injury described as whiplash. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" as the contributing factor, pointing to the sedan driver's error in responding to traffic conditions not directly related to the crash. The sedan's left rear bumper was damaged. The injured driver was conscious, not ejected, and wore a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Distracted Driver Hits Child Pedestrian▸A 5-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after a sedan, driven by an inexperienced, distracted driver on a permit, struck him while making a right turn. The child was crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:28 on Tilden Avenue near Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. A 5-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2009 Chevrolet sedan, driven by a male driver holding a learner's permit, struck him with the vehicle's right front bumper while making a right turn. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The child was crossing with the signal at the intersection and sustained abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver’s failure to maintain attention and lack of experience directly contributed to the collision, underscoring systemic risks posed by permit-holding drivers operating vehicles in busy urban environments.
Sedan Rear-Ends Car on Ocean Parkway▸A sedan slammed into the rear of another car on Ocean Parkway. The struck driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Ocean Parkway near 18 Avenue in Brooklyn struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle also heading south. The driver of the struck car, a 34-year-old woman, suffered head trauma and whiplash. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risk of rear-end collisions on busy city streets.
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on Coney Island Ave▸A box truck heading south on Coney Island Avenue hit a 44-year-old man crossing without a signal. Blood pooled. The man fell, suffering deep head wounds. He did not wake. The truck’s right bumper bore the mark.
A 44-year-old man was struck by a southbound box truck on Coney Island Avenue near Avenue K, according to the police report. The report describes the man as crossing without a signal when the collision occurred. The impact was severe: the pedestrian fell hard, sustaining deep head wounds and severe lacerations, and was found unconscious at the scene. Blood marked the pavement. The truck’s right front bumper showed evidence of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further detail on driver actions or errors. The victim’s behavior—crossing without a signal—is mentioned in the report, but no indication is given that it contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the lethal consequences of the truck’s movement through the corridor.
Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal on E 18 St▸A sedan hit a man crossing with the signal on E 18 St at Church Ave. He suffered facial bruises. The street bore witness. No driver errors listed. The car came from Pennsylvania.
A 40-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed E 18 St at Church Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. He suffered a facial contusion but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan was registered in Pennsylvania. No other injuries were reported.
Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash▸A driver out on bail smashed into a Toyota in Bushwick. The crash killed Hayden Wallace and injured three others. The driver fled, leaving chaos behind. Police tracked him for over a year. Charges stack up, but the loss remains.
NY Daily News (March 8, 2025) reports that Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested after a deadly hit-and-run in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Seabrook had been out on bail for a previous crash involving police. On January 8, 2024, he crashed into a Toyota, killing Hayden Wallace and injuring three others. Seabrook fled the scene, abandoning his vehicle. The article notes, "All accidents are useless but this one was even more useless because [Seabrook] had so many other offenses." Seabrook faces 23 charges, including manslaughter, leaving the scene, unlicensed driving, and speeding. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and questions about bail and enforcement. Police needed over a year to arrest Seabrook, who had a history of fleeing crashes and driving without a license.
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Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-08
Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg▸A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. The driver hit a man crouched for food. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. The driver fled. Police are still searching. Brooklyn’s streets remain deadly for those on foot.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road, Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was kneeling in the street to pick up food when the truck, turning right, hit him. According to police, 'the driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene.' The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The article notes this was one of several fatal crashes in Brooklyn that week, highlighting persistent dangers for pedestrians. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene underscores ongoing issues with hit-and-runs and enforcement.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver was making a left turn and hit the pedestrian in the crosswalk. The victim was in shock but showed no visible complaints.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue O in Brooklyn at 16:08. A sedan traveling west was making a left turn when it struck a 71-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, yet the vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield were cited in the report, and the pedestrian’s crossing with the signal was noted. Contributing factors for the pedestrian were marked as unspecified. The report highlights the systemic danger posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
A driver ran a red light on Ocean Parkway. She struck a mother and three children in the crosswalk. The mother and two daughters died. The youngest boy fights for life. Charges include manslaughter and reckless driving. Systemic failures linger.
NY Daily News reported on March 31, 2025, that Miriam Yarimi faces charges after fatally striking Natasha Saada and her three children in a Brooklyn crosswalk. Police say Yarimi 'careened into them' at Ocean Parkway and Quentin Road, running a red light and speeding. The mother and two daughters, ages 5 and 8, died at the hospital. The 4-year-old son remains in critical condition. Yarimi faces counts of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, reckless driving, and aggravated unlicensed driving. The article notes Yarimi's prior legal battles with the city and her involuntary psychiatric commitment after the crash. The case highlights ongoing risks at city intersections and the deadly consequences when drivers ignore signals and speed limits.
- Brooklyn Mother, Children Killed in Crosswalk Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-31
Suspended Driver Kills Family On Parkway▸A mother and her two daughters died on Ocean Parkway. The driver, on a suspended license, crashed after colliding with another car. She had a long record of violations. The victims were leaving Shabbat services. Streets remain unforgiving.
According to the New York Post (March 30, 2025), Miriam Yarimi, 32, drove her Audi with a suspended license on Ocean Parkway in Gravesend. She collided with a Toyota Camry, then struck and killed a mother and her two daughters, ages 8 and 6, as they left Shabbat services. NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch confirmed Yarimi's license status. The article reports Yarimi had 'over 93 traffic violations on WIGM8KER including 20 speeding tickets,' and a recent ticket for 'speeding through a school zone.' Yarimi was arrested at the scene, but charges were pending at publication. The case highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians and repeated failures to keep high-risk drivers off city streets.
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Suspended Driver Kills Family On Parkway,
New York Post,
Published 2025-03-30
Suspended Driver Kills Brooklyn Family▸An Audi driver with a suspended license turned at a red. She struck a family crossing Ocean Parkway. A mother and two daughters died. Their son fights for life. Another family in a hit car suffered minor wounds. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist reported on March 29, 2025, that a mother and her two daughters were killed when an Audi A3, driven by Miriam Yarimi, turned right on red and struck them in Midwood, Brooklyn. Police said Yarimi’s license was suspended. The car first hit a Toyota Camry, then continued forward, hitting the family in the crosswalk. The article quotes NYPD Commissioner Tisch: 'This was a horrific tragedy caused by someone who shouldn't have been on the road.' Yarimi faces multiple charges, including manslaughter and aggravated unlicensed operation. The crash left a young boy in critical condition and injured another family. The incident highlights the dangers of unlicensed driving and the risks at busy intersections.
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Suspended Driver Kills Brooklyn Family,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-29
Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger on Ocean Parkway▸Sedan struck while turning left on Ocean Parkway. Improper lane use. Front passenger suffers head injury and shock. Metal twists. Lives change. Brooklyn street, evening rush.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:45 on Ocean Parkway near Parkville Avenue in Brooklyn. One sedan was making a left turn, the other going straight. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, pointing to a driver error in lane handling. The impact hit the right rear of the turning car and the left front of the other. A 42-year-old woman in the front passenger seat of the struck vehicle suffered head injuries and shock. She was restrained by a lap belt. The report notes her complaint of pain or nausea. No other contributing factors or victim actions were listed.
SUV Turning Left Strikes Pedestrian Crossing▸A 49-year-old woman suffered abrasions and arm injuries after an SUV made a left turn and struck her at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash highlights driver failure to yield dangers.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at an intersection on Caton Ave in Brooklyn at 8:45 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda SUV, traveling east and making a left turn, struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists no contributing factors for the pedestrian but indicates the driver was making a left turn, a maneuver requiring yielding to pedestrians. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by driver failure to yield to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
E-Bike Rider Runs Stop, Kills Man▸Luis Cruz stepped from his car. An e-bike delivery worker flew through a stop sign. The crash was sudden. Cruz died on the street. The rider stayed. The intersection is known for danger. Delivery speed and city policy collide.
Gothamist reported on March 23, 2025, that Luis Cruz, 49, died after being struck by an e-bike delivery worker who "sped through a stop sign" at Franklin and India streets in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Witness Jack Collins said, "He died basically on the spot." The e-bike rider remained at the scene; no arrests were made as the investigation continued. The article notes that the intersection is a known trouble spot, with Collins stating, "It's not a unicorn incident. It's happened a lot." The report highlights systemic issues: delivery app pressures, lack of regulation, and a street design that encourages risky moves. City data shows e-bikes account for a small share of traffic deaths, but the policy debate continues.
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E-Bike Rider Runs Stop, Kills Man,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-23
Sedan Rear-Ends Car on Flatbush Avenue▸A sedan slammed into another car on Flatbush Avenue. The driver, age 24, suffered whiplash. Police cite reaction to an uninvolved vehicle as the cause. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended another vehicle at 7:40 AM. The 24-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a neck injury described as whiplash. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" as the contributing factor, pointing to the sedan driver's error in responding to traffic conditions not directly related to the crash. The sedan's left rear bumper was damaged. The injured driver was conscious, not ejected, and wore a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Distracted Driver Hits Child Pedestrian▸A 5-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after a sedan, driven by an inexperienced, distracted driver on a permit, struck him while making a right turn. The child was crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:28 on Tilden Avenue near Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. A 5-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2009 Chevrolet sedan, driven by a male driver holding a learner's permit, struck him with the vehicle's right front bumper while making a right turn. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The child was crossing with the signal at the intersection and sustained abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver’s failure to maintain attention and lack of experience directly contributed to the collision, underscoring systemic risks posed by permit-holding drivers operating vehicles in busy urban environments.
Sedan Rear-Ends Car on Ocean Parkway▸A sedan slammed into the rear of another car on Ocean Parkway. The struck driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Ocean Parkway near 18 Avenue in Brooklyn struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle also heading south. The driver of the struck car, a 34-year-old woman, suffered head trauma and whiplash. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risk of rear-end collisions on busy city streets.
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on Coney Island Ave▸A box truck heading south on Coney Island Avenue hit a 44-year-old man crossing without a signal. Blood pooled. The man fell, suffering deep head wounds. He did not wake. The truck’s right bumper bore the mark.
A 44-year-old man was struck by a southbound box truck on Coney Island Avenue near Avenue K, according to the police report. The report describes the man as crossing without a signal when the collision occurred. The impact was severe: the pedestrian fell hard, sustaining deep head wounds and severe lacerations, and was found unconscious at the scene. Blood marked the pavement. The truck’s right front bumper showed evidence of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further detail on driver actions or errors. The victim’s behavior—crossing without a signal—is mentioned in the report, but no indication is given that it contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the lethal consequences of the truck’s movement through the corridor.
Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal on E 18 St▸A sedan hit a man crossing with the signal on E 18 St at Church Ave. He suffered facial bruises. The street bore witness. No driver errors listed. The car came from Pennsylvania.
A 40-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed E 18 St at Church Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. He suffered a facial contusion but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan was registered in Pennsylvania. No other injuries were reported.
Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash▸A driver out on bail smashed into a Toyota in Bushwick. The crash killed Hayden Wallace and injured three others. The driver fled, leaving chaos behind. Police tracked him for over a year. Charges stack up, but the loss remains.
NY Daily News (March 8, 2025) reports that Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested after a deadly hit-and-run in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Seabrook had been out on bail for a previous crash involving police. On January 8, 2024, he crashed into a Toyota, killing Hayden Wallace and injuring three others. Seabrook fled the scene, abandoning his vehicle. The article notes, "All accidents are useless but this one was even more useless because [Seabrook] had so many other offenses." Seabrook faces 23 charges, including manslaughter, leaving the scene, unlicensed driving, and speeding. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and questions about bail and enforcement. Police needed over a year to arrest Seabrook, who had a history of fleeing crashes and driving without a license.
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Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-08
Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg▸A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. The driver hit a man crouched for food. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. The driver fled. Police are still searching. Brooklyn’s streets remain deadly for those on foot.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road, Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was kneeling in the street to pick up food when the truck, turning right, hit him. According to police, 'the driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene.' The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The article notes this was one of several fatal crashes in Brooklyn that week, highlighting persistent dangers for pedestrians. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene underscores ongoing issues with hit-and-runs and enforcement.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver was making a left turn and hit the pedestrian in the crosswalk. The victim was in shock but showed no visible complaints.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue O in Brooklyn at 16:08. A sedan traveling west was making a left turn when it struck a 71-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, yet the vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield were cited in the report, and the pedestrian’s crossing with the signal was noted. Contributing factors for the pedestrian were marked as unspecified. The report highlights the systemic danger posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
A mother and her two daughters died on Ocean Parkway. The driver, on a suspended license, crashed after colliding with another car. She had a long record of violations. The victims were leaving Shabbat services. Streets remain unforgiving.
According to the New York Post (March 30, 2025), Miriam Yarimi, 32, drove her Audi with a suspended license on Ocean Parkway in Gravesend. She collided with a Toyota Camry, then struck and killed a mother and her two daughters, ages 8 and 6, as they left Shabbat services. NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch confirmed Yarimi's license status. The article reports Yarimi had 'over 93 traffic violations on WIGM8KER including 20 speeding tickets,' and a recent ticket for 'speeding through a school zone.' Yarimi was arrested at the scene, but charges were pending at publication. The case highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians and repeated failures to keep high-risk drivers off city streets.
- Suspended Driver Kills Family On Parkway, New York Post, Published 2025-03-30
Suspended Driver Kills Brooklyn Family▸An Audi driver with a suspended license turned at a red. She struck a family crossing Ocean Parkway. A mother and two daughters died. Their son fights for life. Another family in a hit car suffered minor wounds. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist reported on March 29, 2025, that a mother and her two daughters were killed when an Audi A3, driven by Miriam Yarimi, turned right on red and struck them in Midwood, Brooklyn. Police said Yarimi’s license was suspended. The car first hit a Toyota Camry, then continued forward, hitting the family in the crosswalk. The article quotes NYPD Commissioner Tisch: 'This was a horrific tragedy caused by someone who shouldn't have been on the road.' Yarimi faces multiple charges, including manslaughter and aggravated unlicensed operation. The crash left a young boy in critical condition and injured another family. The incident highlights the dangers of unlicensed driving and the risks at busy intersections.
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Suspended Driver Kills Brooklyn Family,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-29
Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger on Ocean Parkway▸Sedan struck while turning left on Ocean Parkway. Improper lane use. Front passenger suffers head injury and shock. Metal twists. Lives change. Brooklyn street, evening rush.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:45 on Ocean Parkway near Parkville Avenue in Brooklyn. One sedan was making a left turn, the other going straight. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, pointing to a driver error in lane handling. The impact hit the right rear of the turning car and the left front of the other. A 42-year-old woman in the front passenger seat of the struck vehicle suffered head injuries and shock. She was restrained by a lap belt. The report notes her complaint of pain or nausea. No other contributing factors or victim actions were listed.
SUV Turning Left Strikes Pedestrian Crossing▸A 49-year-old woman suffered abrasions and arm injuries after an SUV made a left turn and struck her at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash highlights driver failure to yield dangers.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at an intersection on Caton Ave in Brooklyn at 8:45 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda SUV, traveling east and making a left turn, struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists no contributing factors for the pedestrian but indicates the driver was making a left turn, a maneuver requiring yielding to pedestrians. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by driver failure to yield to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
E-Bike Rider Runs Stop, Kills Man▸Luis Cruz stepped from his car. An e-bike delivery worker flew through a stop sign. The crash was sudden. Cruz died on the street. The rider stayed. The intersection is known for danger. Delivery speed and city policy collide.
Gothamist reported on March 23, 2025, that Luis Cruz, 49, died after being struck by an e-bike delivery worker who "sped through a stop sign" at Franklin and India streets in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Witness Jack Collins said, "He died basically on the spot." The e-bike rider remained at the scene; no arrests were made as the investigation continued. The article notes that the intersection is a known trouble spot, with Collins stating, "It's not a unicorn incident. It's happened a lot." The report highlights systemic issues: delivery app pressures, lack of regulation, and a street design that encourages risky moves. City data shows e-bikes account for a small share of traffic deaths, but the policy debate continues.
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E-Bike Rider Runs Stop, Kills Man,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-23
Sedan Rear-Ends Car on Flatbush Avenue▸A sedan slammed into another car on Flatbush Avenue. The driver, age 24, suffered whiplash. Police cite reaction to an uninvolved vehicle as the cause. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended another vehicle at 7:40 AM. The 24-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a neck injury described as whiplash. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" as the contributing factor, pointing to the sedan driver's error in responding to traffic conditions not directly related to the crash. The sedan's left rear bumper was damaged. The injured driver was conscious, not ejected, and wore a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Distracted Driver Hits Child Pedestrian▸A 5-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after a sedan, driven by an inexperienced, distracted driver on a permit, struck him while making a right turn. The child was crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:28 on Tilden Avenue near Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. A 5-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2009 Chevrolet sedan, driven by a male driver holding a learner's permit, struck him with the vehicle's right front bumper while making a right turn. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The child was crossing with the signal at the intersection and sustained abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver’s failure to maintain attention and lack of experience directly contributed to the collision, underscoring systemic risks posed by permit-holding drivers operating vehicles in busy urban environments.
Sedan Rear-Ends Car on Ocean Parkway▸A sedan slammed into the rear of another car on Ocean Parkway. The struck driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Ocean Parkway near 18 Avenue in Brooklyn struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle also heading south. The driver of the struck car, a 34-year-old woman, suffered head trauma and whiplash. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risk of rear-end collisions on busy city streets.
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on Coney Island Ave▸A box truck heading south on Coney Island Avenue hit a 44-year-old man crossing without a signal. Blood pooled. The man fell, suffering deep head wounds. He did not wake. The truck’s right bumper bore the mark.
A 44-year-old man was struck by a southbound box truck on Coney Island Avenue near Avenue K, according to the police report. The report describes the man as crossing without a signal when the collision occurred. The impact was severe: the pedestrian fell hard, sustaining deep head wounds and severe lacerations, and was found unconscious at the scene. Blood marked the pavement. The truck’s right front bumper showed evidence of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further detail on driver actions or errors. The victim’s behavior—crossing without a signal—is mentioned in the report, but no indication is given that it contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the lethal consequences of the truck’s movement through the corridor.
Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal on E 18 St▸A sedan hit a man crossing with the signal on E 18 St at Church Ave. He suffered facial bruises. The street bore witness. No driver errors listed. The car came from Pennsylvania.
A 40-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed E 18 St at Church Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. He suffered a facial contusion but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan was registered in Pennsylvania. No other injuries were reported.
Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash▸A driver out on bail smashed into a Toyota in Bushwick. The crash killed Hayden Wallace and injured three others. The driver fled, leaving chaos behind. Police tracked him for over a year. Charges stack up, but the loss remains.
NY Daily News (March 8, 2025) reports that Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested after a deadly hit-and-run in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Seabrook had been out on bail for a previous crash involving police. On January 8, 2024, he crashed into a Toyota, killing Hayden Wallace and injuring three others. Seabrook fled the scene, abandoning his vehicle. The article notes, "All accidents are useless but this one was even more useless because [Seabrook] had so many other offenses." Seabrook faces 23 charges, including manslaughter, leaving the scene, unlicensed driving, and speeding. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and questions about bail and enforcement. Police needed over a year to arrest Seabrook, who had a history of fleeing crashes and driving without a license.
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Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-08
Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg▸A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. The driver hit a man crouched for food. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. The driver fled. Police are still searching. Brooklyn’s streets remain deadly for those on foot.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road, Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was kneeling in the street to pick up food when the truck, turning right, hit him. According to police, 'the driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene.' The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The article notes this was one of several fatal crashes in Brooklyn that week, highlighting persistent dangers for pedestrians. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene underscores ongoing issues with hit-and-runs and enforcement.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver was making a left turn and hit the pedestrian in the crosswalk. The victim was in shock but showed no visible complaints.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue O in Brooklyn at 16:08. A sedan traveling west was making a left turn when it struck a 71-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, yet the vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield were cited in the report, and the pedestrian’s crossing with the signal was noted. Contributing factors for the pedestrian were marked as unspecified. The report highlights the systemic danger posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
An Audi driver with a suspended license turned at a red. She struck a family crossing Ocean Parkway. A mother and two daughters died. Their son fights for life. Another family in a hit car suffered minor wounds. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist reported on March 29, 2025, that a mother and her two daughters were killed when an Audi A3, driven by Miriam Yarimi, turned right on red and struck them in Midwood, Brooklyn. Police said Yarimi’s license was suspended. The car first hit a Toyota Camry, then continued forward, hitting the family in the crosswalk. The article quotes NYPD Commissioner Tisch: 'This was a horrific tragedy caused by someone who shouldn't have been on the road.' Yarimi faces multiple charges, including manslaughter and aggravated unlicensed operation. The crash left a young boy in critical condition and injured another family. The incident highlights the dangers of unlicensed driving and the risks at busy intersections.
- Suspended Driver Kills Brooklyn Family, Gothamist, Published 2025-03-29
Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger on Ocean Parkway▸Sedan struck while turning left on Ocean Parkway. Improper lane use. Front passenger suffers head injury and shock. Metal twists. Lives change. Brooklyn street, evening rush.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:45 on Ocean Parkway near Parkville Avenue in Brooklyn. One sedan was making a left turn, the other going straight. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, pointing to a driver error in lane handling. The impact hit the right rear of the turning car and the left front of the other. A 42-year-old woman in the front passenger seat of the struck vehicle suffered head injuries and shock. She was restrained by a lap belt. The report notes her complaint of pain or nausea. No other contributing factors or victim actions were listed.
SUV Turning Left Strikes Pedestrian Crossing▸A 49-year-old woman suffered abrasions and arm injuries after an SUV made a left turn and struck her at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash highlights driver failure to yield dangers.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at an intersection on Caton Ave in Brooklyn at 8:45 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda SUV, traveling east and making a left turn, struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists no contributing factors for the pedestrian but indicates the driver was making a left turn, a maneuver requiring yielding to pedestrians. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by driver failure to yield to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
E-Bike Rider Runs Stop, Kills Man▸Luis Cruz stepped from his car. An e-bike delivery worker flew through a stop sign. The crash was sudden. Cruz died on the street. The rider stayed. The intersection is known for danger. Delivery speed and city policy collide.
Gothamist reported on March 23, 2025, that Luis Cruz, 49, died after being struck by an e-bike delivery worker who "sped through a stop sign" at Franklin and India streets in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Witness Jack Collins said, "He died basically on the spot." The e-bike rider remained at the scene; no arrests were made as the investigation continued. The article notes that the intersection is a known trouble spot, with Collins stating, "It's not a unicorn incident. It's happened a lot." The report highlights systemic issues: delivery app pressures, lack of regulation, and a street design that encourages risky moves. City data shows e-bikes account for a small share of traffic deaths, but the policy debate continues.
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E-Bike Rider Runs Stop, Kills Man,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-23
Sedan Rear-Ends Car on Flatbush Avenue▸A sedan slammed into another car on Flatbush Avenue. The driver, age 24, suffered whiplash. Police cite reaction to an uninvolved vehicle as the cause. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended another vehicle at 7:40 AM. The 24-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a neck injury described as whiplash. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" as the contributing factor, pointing to the sedan driver's error in responding to traffic conditions not directly related to the crash. The sedan's left rear bumper was damaged. The injured driver was conscious, not ejected, and wore a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Distracted Driver Hits Child Pedestrian▸A 5-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after a sedan, driven by an inexperienced, distracted driver on a permit, struck him while making a right turn. The child was crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:28 on Tilden Avenue near Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. A 5-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2009 Chevrolet sedan, driven by a male driver holding a learner's permit, struck him with the vehicle's right front bumper while making a right turn. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The child was crossing with the signal at the intersection and sustained abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver’s failure to maintain attention and lack of experience directly contributed to the collision, underscoring systemic risks posed by permit-holding drivers operating vehicles in busy urban environments.
Sedan Rear-Ends Car on Ocean Parkway▸A sedan slammed into the rear of another car on Ocean Parkway. The struck driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Ocean Parkway near 18 Avenue in Brooklyn struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle also heading south. The driver of the struck car, a 34-year-old woman, suffered head trauma and whiplash. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risk of rear-end collisions on busy city streets.
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on Coney Island Ave▸A box truck heading south on Coney Island Avenue hit a 44-year-old man crossing without a signal. Blood pooled. The man fell, suffering deep head wounds. He did not wake. The truck’s right bumper bore the mark.
A 44-year-old man was struck by a southbound box truck on Coney Island Avenue near Avenue K, according to the police report. The report describes the man as crossing without a signal when the collision occurred. The impact was severe: the pedestrian fell hard, sustaining deep head wounds and severe lacerations, and was found unconscious at the scene. Blood marked the pavement. The truck’s right front bumper showed evidence of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further detail on driver actions or errors. The victim’s behavior—crossing without a signal—is mentioned in the report, but no indication is given that it contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the lethal consequences of the truck’s movement through the corridor.
Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal on E 18 St▸A sedan hit a man crossing with the signal on E 18 St at Church Ave. He suffered facial bruises. The street bore witness. No driver errors listed. The car came from Pennsylvania.
A 40-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed E 18 St at Church Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. He suffered a facial contusion but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan was registered in Pennsylvania. No other injuries were reported.
Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash▸A driver out on bail smashed into a Toyota in Bushwick. The crash killed Hayden Wallace and injured three others. The driver fled, leaving chaos behind. Police tracked him for over a year. Charges stack up, but the loss remains.
NY Daily News (March 8, 2025) reports that Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested after a deadly hit-and-run in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Seabrook had been out on bail for a previous crash involving police. On January 8, 2024, he crashed into a Toyota, killing Hayden Wallace and injuring three others. Seabrook fled the scene, abandoning his vehicle. The article notes, "All accidents are useless but this one was even more useless because [Seabrook] had so many other offenses." Seabrook faces 23 charges, including manslaughter, leaving the scene, unlicensed driving, and speeding. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and questions about bail and enforcement. Police needed over a year to arrest Seabrook, who had a history of fleeing crashes and driving without a license.
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Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-08
Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg▸A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. The driver hit a man crouched for food. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. The driver fled. Police are still searching. Brooklyn’s streets remain deadly for those on foot.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road, Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was kneeling in the street to pick up food when the truck, turning right, hit him. According to police, 'the driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene.' The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The article notes this was one of several fatal crashes in Brooklyn that week, highlighting persistent dangers for pedestrians. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene underscores ongoing issues with hit-and-runs and enforcement.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver was making a left turn and hit the pedestrian in the crosswalk. The victim was in shock but showed no visible complaints.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue O in Brooklyn at 16:08. A sedan traveling west was making a left turn when it struck a 71-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, yet the vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield were cited in the report, and the pedestrian’s crossing with the signal was noted. Contributing factors for the pedestrian were marked as unspecified. The report highlights the systemic danger posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
Sedan struck while turning left on Ocean Parkway. Improper lane use. Front passenger suffers head injury and shock. Metal twists. Lives change. Brooklyn street, evening rush.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:45 on Ocean Parkway near Parkville Avenue in Brooklyn. One sedan was making a left turn, the other going straight. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, pointing to a driver error in lane handling. The impact hit the right rear of the turning car and the left front of the other. A 42-year-old woman in the front passenger seat of the struck vehicle suffered head injuries and shock. She was restrained by a lap belt. The report notes her complaint of pain or nausea. No other contributing factors or victim actions were listed.
SUV Turning Left Strikes Pedestrian Crossing▸A 49-year-old woman suffered abrasions and arm injuries after an SUV made a left turn and struck her at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash highlights driver failure to yield dangers.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at an intersection on Caton Ave in Brooklyn at 8:45 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda SUV, traveling east and making a left turn, struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists no contributing factors for the pedestrian but indicates the driver was making a left turn, a maneuver requiring yielding to pedestrians. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by driver failure to yield to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
E-Bike Rider Runs Stop, Kills Man▸Luis Cruz stepped from his car. An e-bike delivery worker flew through a stop sign. The crash was sudden. Cruz died on the street. The rider stayed. The intersection is known for danger. Delivery speed and city policy collide.
Gothamist reported on March 23, 2025, that Luis Cruz, 49, died after being struck by an e-bike delivery worker who "sped through a stop sign" at Franklin and India streets in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Witness Jack Collins said, "He died basically on the spot." The e-bike rider remained at the scene; no arrests were made as the investigation continued. The article notes that the intersection is a known trouble spot, with Collins stating, "It's not a unicorn incident. It's happened a lot." The report highlights systemic issues: delivery app pressures, lack of regulation, and a street design that encourages risky moves. City data shows e-bikes account for a small share of traffic deaths, but the policy debate continues.
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E-Bike Rider Runs Stop, Kills Man,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-23
Sedan Rear-Ends Car on Flatbush Avenue▸A sedan slammed into another car on Flatbush Avenue. The driver, age 24, suffered whiplash. Police cite reaction to an uninvolved vehicle as the cause. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended another vehicle at 7:40 AM. The 24-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a neck injury described as whiplash. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" as the contributing factor, pointing to the sedan driver's error in responding to traffic conditions not directly related to the crash. The sedan's left rear bumper was damaged. The injured driver was conscious, not ejected, and wore a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Distracted Driver Hits Child Pedestrian▸A 5-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after a sedan, driven by an inexperienced, distracted driver on a permit, struck him while making a right turn. The child was crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:28 on Tilden Avenue near Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. A 5-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2009 Chevrolet sedan, driven by a male driver holding a learner's permit, struck him with the vehicle's right front bumper while making a right turn. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The child was crossing with the signal at the intersection and sustained abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver’s failure to maintain attention and lack of experience directly contributed to the collision, underscoring systemic risks posed by permit-holding drivers operating vehicles in busy urban environments.
Sedan Rear-Ends Car on Ocean Parkway▸A sedan slammed into the rear of another car on Ocean Parkway. The struck driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Ocean Parkway near 18 Avenue in Brooklyn struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle also heading south. The driver of the struck car, a 34-year-old woman, suffered head trauma and whiplash. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risk of rear-end collisions on busy city streets.
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on Coney Island Ave▸A box truck heading south on Coney Island Avenue hit a 44-year-old man crossing without a signal. Blood pooled. The man fell, suffering deep head wounds. He did not wake. The truck’s right bumper bore the mark.
A 44-year-old man was struck by a southbound box truck on Coney Island Avenue near Avenue K, according to the police report. The report describes the man as crossing without a signal when the collision occurred. The impact was severe: the pedestrian fell hard, sustaining deep head wounds and severe lacerations, and was found unconscious at the scene. Blood marked the pavement. The truck’s right front bumper showed evidence of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further detail on driver actions or errors. The victim’s behavior—crossing without a signal—is mentioned in the report, but no indication is given that it contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the lethal consequences of the truck’s movement through the corridor.
Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal on E 18 St▸A sedan hit a man crossing with the signal on E 18 St at Church Ave. He suffered facial bruises. The street bore witness. No driver errors listed. The car came from Pennsylvania.
A 40-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed E 18 St at Church Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. He suffered a facial contusion but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan was registered in Pennsylvania. No other injuries were reported.
Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash▸A driver out on bail smashed into a Toyota in Bushwick. The crash killed Hayden Wallace and injured three others. The driver fled, leaving chaos behind. Police tracked him for over a year. Charges stack up, but the loss remains.
NY Daily News (March 8, 2025) reports that Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested after a deadly hit-and-run in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Seabrook had been out on bail for a previous crash involving police. On January 8, 2024, he crashed into a Toyota, killing Hayden Wallace and injuring three others. Seabrook fled the scene, abandoning his vehicle. The article notes, "All accidents are useless but this one was even more useless because [Seabrook] had so many other offenses." Seabrook faces 23 charges, including manslaughter, leaving the scene, unlicensed driving, and speeding. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and questions about bail and enforcement. Police needed over a year to arrest Seabrook, who had a history of fleeing crashes and driving without a license.
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Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-08
Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg▸A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. The driver hit a man crouched for food. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. The driver fled. Police are still searching. Brooklyn’s streets remain deadly for those on foot.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road, Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was kneeling in the street to pick up food when the truck, turning right, hit him. According to police, 'the driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene.' The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The article notes this was one of several fatal crashes in Brooklyn that week, highlighting persistent dangers for pedestrians. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene underscores ongoing issues with hit-and-runs and enforcement.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver was making a left turn and hit the pedestrian in the crosswalk. The victim was in shock but showed no visible complaints.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue O in Brooklyn at 16:08. A sedan traveling west was making a left turn when it struck a 71-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, yet the vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield were cited in the report, and the pedestrian’s crossing with the signal was noted. Contributing factors for the pedestrian were marked as unspecified. The report highlights the systemic danger posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
A 49-year-old woman suffered abrasions and arm injuries after an SUV made a left turn and struck her at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash highlights driver failure to yield dangers.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at an intersection on Caton Ave in Brooklyn at 8:45 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda SUV, traveling east and making a left turn, struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists no contributing factors for the pedestrian but indicates the driver was making a left turn, a maneuver requiring yielding to pedestrians. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by driver failure to yield to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
E-Bike Rider Runs Stop, Kills Man▸Luis Cruz stepped from his car. An e-bike delivery worker flew through a stop sign. The crash was sudden. Cruz died on the street. The rider stayed. The intersection is known for danger. Delivery speed and city policy collide.
Gothamist reported on March 23, 2025, that Luis Cruz, 49, died after being struck by an e-bike delivery worker who "sped through a stop sign" at Franklin and India streets in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Witness Jack Collins said, "He died basically on the spot." The e-bike rider remained at the scene; no arrests were made as the investigation continued. The article notes that the intersection is a known trouble spot, with Collins stating, "It's not a unicorn incident. It's happened a lot." The report highlights systemic issues: delivery app pressures, lack of regulation, and a street design that encourages risky moves. City data shows e-bikes account for a small share of traffic deaths, but the policy debate continues.
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E-Bike Rider Runs Stop, Kills Man,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-23
Sedan Rear-Ends Car on Flatbush Avenue▸A sedan slammed into another car on Flatbush Avenue. The driver, age 24, suffered whiplash. Police cite reaction to an uninvolved vehicle as the cause. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended another vehicle at 7:40 AM. The 24-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a neck injury described as whiplash. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" as the contributing factor, pointing to the sedan driver's error in responding to traffic conditions not directly related to the crash. The sedan's left rear bumper was damaged. The injured driver was conscious, not ejected, and wore a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Distracted Driver Hits Child Pedestrian▸A 5-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after a sedan, driven by an inexperienced, distracted driver on a permit, struck him while making a right turn. The child was crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:28 on Tilden Avenue near Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. A 5-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2009 Chevrolet sedan, driven by a male driver holding a learner's permit, struck him with the vehicle's right front bumper while making a right turn. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The child was crossing with the signal at the intersection and sustained abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver’s failure to maintain attention and lack of experience directly contributed to the collision, underscoring systemic risks posed by permit-holding drivers operating vehicles in busy urban environments.
Sedan Rear-Ends Car on Ocean Parkway▸A sedan slammed into the rear of another car on Ocean Parkway. The struck driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Ocean Parkway near 18 Avenue in Brooklyn struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle also heading south. The driver of the struck car, a 34-year-old woman, suffered head trauma and whiplash. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risk of rear-end collisions on busy city streets.
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on Coney Island Ave▸A box truck heading south on Coney Island Avenue hit a 44-year-old man crossing without a signal. Blood pooled. The man fell, suffering deep head wounds. He did not wake. The truck’s right bumper bore the mark.
A 44-year-old man was struck by a southbound box truck on Coney Island Avenue near Avenue K, according to the police report. The report describes the man as crossing without a signal when the collision occurred. The impact was severe: the pedestrian fell hard, sustaining deep head wounds and severe lacerations, and was found unconscious at the scene. Blood marked the pavement. The truck’s right front bumper showed evidence of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further detail on driver actions or errors. The victim’s behavior—crossing without a signal—is mentioned in the report, but no indication is given that it contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the lethal consequences of the truck’s movement through the corridor.
Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal on E 18 St▸A sedan hit a man crossing with the signal on E 18 St at Church Ave. He suffered facial bruises. The street bore witness. No driver errors listed. The car came from Pennsylvania.
A 40-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed E 18 St at Church Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. He suffered a facial contusion but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan was registered in Pennsylvania. No other injuries were reported.
Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash▸A driver out on bail smashed into a Toyota in Bushwick. The crash killed Hayden Wallace and injured three others. The driver fled, leaving chaos behind. Police tracked him for over a year. Charges stack up, but the loss remains.
NY Daily News (March 8, 2025) reports that Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested after a deadly hit-and-run in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Seabrook had been out on bail for a previous crash involving police. On January 8, 2024, he crashed into a Toyota, killing Hayden Wallace and injuring three others. Seabrook fled the scene, abandoning his vehicle. The article notes, "All accidents are useless but this one was even more useless because [Seabrook] had so many other offenses." Seabrook faces 23 charges, including manslaughter, leaving the scene, unlicensed driving, and speeding. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and questions about bail and enforcement. Police needed over a year to arrest Seabrook, who had a history of fleeing crashes and driving without a license.
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Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-08
Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg▸A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. The driver hit a man crouched for food. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. The driver fled. Police are still searching. Brooklyn’s streets remain deadly for those on foot.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road, Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was kneeling in the street to pick up food when the truck, turning right, hit him. According to police, 'the driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene.' The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The article notes this was one of several fatal crashes in Brooklyn that week, highlighting persistent dangers for pedestrians. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene underscores ongoing issues with hit-and-runs and enforcement.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver was making a left turn and hit the pedestrian in the crosswalk. The victim was in shock but showed no visible complaints.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue O in Brooklyn at 16:08. A sedan traveling west was making a left turn when it struck a 71-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, yet the vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield were cited in the report, and the pedestrian’s crossing with the signal was noted. Contributing factors for the pedestrian were marked as unspecified. The report highlights the systemic danger posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
Luis Cruz stepped from his car. An e-bike delivery worker flew through a stop sign. The crash was sudden. Cruz died on the street. The rider stayed. The intersection is known for danger. Delivery speed and city policy collide.
Gothamist reported on March 23, 2025, that Luis Cruz, 49, died after being struck by an e-bike delivery worker who "sped through a stop sign" at Franklin and India streets in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Witness Jack Collins said, "He died basically on the spot." The e-bike rider remained at the scene; no arrests were made as the investigation continued. The article notes that the intersection is a known trouble spot, with Collins stating, "It's not a unicorn incident. It's happened a lot." The report highlights systemic issues: delivery app pressures, lack of regulation, and a street design that encourages risky moves. City data shows e-bikes account for a small share of traffic deaths, but the policy debate continues.
- E-Bike Rider Runs Stop, Kills Man, Gothamist, Published 2025-03-23
Sedan Rear-Ends Car on Flatbush Avenue▸A sedan slammed into another car on Flatbush Avenue. The driver, age 24, suffered whiplash. Police cite reaction to an uninvolved vehicle as the cause. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended another vehicle at 7:40 AM. The 24-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a neck injury described as whiplash. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" as the contributing factor, pointing to the sedan driver's error in responding to traffic conditions not directly related to the crash. The sedan's left rear bumper was damaged. The injured driver was conscious, not ejected, and wore a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Distracted Driver Hits Child Pedestrian▸A 5-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after a sedan, driven by an inexperienced, distracted driver on a permit, struck him while making a right turn. The child was crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:28 on Tilden Avenue near Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. A 5-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2009 Chevrolet sedan, driven by a male driver holding a learner's permit, struck him with the vehicle's right front bumper while making a right turn. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The child was crossing with the signal at the intersection and sustained abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver’s failure to maintain attention and lack of experience directly contributed to the collision, underscoring systemic risks posed by permit-holding drivers operating vehicles in busy urban environments.
Sedan Rear-Ends Car on Ocean Parkway▸A sedan slammed into the rear of another car on Ocean Parkway. The struck driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Ocean Parkway near 18 Avenue in Brooklyn struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle also heading south. The driver of the struck car, a 34-year-old woman, suffered head trauma and whiplash. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risk of rear-end collisions on busy city streets.
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on Coney Island Ave▸A box truck heading south on Coney Island Avenue hit a 44-year-old man crossing without a signal. Blood pooled. The man fell, suffering deep head wounds. He did not wake. The truck’s right bumper bore the mark.
A 44-year-old man was struck by a southbound box truck on Coney Island Avenue near Avenue K, according to the police report. The report describes the man as crossing without a signal when the collision occurred. The impact was severe: the pedestrian fell hard, sustaining deep head wounds and severe lacerations, and was found unconscious at the scene. Blood marked the pavement. The truck’s right front bumper showed evidence of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further detail on driver actions or errors. The victim’s behavior—crossing without a signal—is mentioned in the report, but no indication is given that it contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the lethal consequences of the truck’s movement through the corridor.
Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal on E 18 St▸A sedan hit a man crossing with the signal on E 18 St at Church Ave. He suffered facial bruises. The street bore witness. No driver errors listed. The car came from Pennsylvania.
A 40-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed E 18 St at Church Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. He suffered a facial contusion but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan was registered in Pennsylvania. No other injuries were reported.
Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash▸A driver out on bail smashed into a Toyota in Bushwick. The crash killed Hayden Wallace and injured three others. The driver fled, leaving chaos behind. Police tracked him for over a year. Charges stack up, but the loss remains.
NY Daily News (March 8, 2025) reports that Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested after a deadly hit-and-run in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Seabrook had been out on bail for a previous crash involving police. On January 8, 2024, he crashed into a Toyota, killing Hayden Wallace and injuring three others. Seabrook fled the scene, abandoning his vehicle. The article notes, "All accidents are useless but this one was even more useless because [Seabrook] had so many other offenses." Seabrook faces 23 charges, including manslaughter, leaving the scene, unlicensed driving, and speeding. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and questions about bail and enforcement. Police needed over a year to arrest Seabrook, who had a history of fleeing crashes and driving without a license.
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Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-08
Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg▸A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. The driver hit a man crouched for food. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. The driver fled. Police are still searching. Brooklyn’s streets remain deadly for those on foot.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road, Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was kneeling in the street to pick up food when the truck, turning right, hit him. According to police, 'the driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene.' The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The article notes this was one of several fatal crashes in Brooklyn that week, highlighting persistent dangers for pedestrians. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene underscores ongoing issues with hit-and-runs and enforcement.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver was making a left turn and hit the pedestrian in the crosswalk. The victim was in shock but showed no visible complaints.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue O in Brooklyn at 16:08. A sedan traveling west was making a left turn when it struck a 71-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, yet the vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield were cited in the report, and the pedestrian’s crossing with the signal was noted. Contributing factors for the pedestrian were marked as unspecified. The report highlights the systemic danger posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
A sedan slammed into another car on Flatbush Avenue. The driver, age 24, suffered whiplash. Police cite reaction to an uninvolved vehicle as the cause. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended another vehicle at 7:40 AM. The 24-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a neck injury described as whiplash. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" as the contributing factor, pointing to the sedan driver's error in responding to traffic conditions not directly related to the crash. The sedan's left rear bumper was damaged. The injured driver was conscious, not ejected, and wore a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Distracted Driver Hits Child Pedestrian▸A 5-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after a sedan, driven by an inexperienced, distracted driver on a permit, struck him while making a right turn. The child was crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:28 on Tilden Avenue near Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. A 5-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2009 Chevrolet sedan, driven by a male driver holding a learner's permit, struck him with the vehicle's right front bumper while making a right turn. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The child was crossing with the signal at the intersection and sustained abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver’s failure to maintain attention and lack of experience directly contributed to the collision, underscoring systemic risks posed by permit-holding drivers operating vehicles in busy urban environments.
Sedan Rear-Ends Car on Ocean Parkway▸A sedan slammed into the rear of another car on Ocean Parkway. The struck driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Ocean Parkway near 18 Avenue in Brooklyn struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle also heading south. The driver of the struck car, a 34-year-old woman, suffered head trauma and whiplash. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risk of rear-end collisions on busy city streets.
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on Coney Island Ave▸A box truck heading south on Coney Island Avenue hit a 44-year-old man crossing without a signal. Blood pooled. The man fell, suffering deep head wounds. He did not wake. The truck’s right bumper bore the mark.
A 44-year-old man was struck by a southbound box truck on Coney Island Avenue near Avenue K, according to the police report. The report describes the man as crossing without a signal when the collision occurred. The impact was severe: the pedestrian fell hard, sustaining deep head wounds and severe lacerations, and was found unconscious at the scene. Blood marked the pavement. The truck’s right front bumper showed evidence of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further detail on driver actions or errors. The victim’s behavior—crossing without a signal—is mentioned in the report, but no indication is given that it contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the lethal consequences of the truck’s movement through the corridor.
Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal on E 18 St▸A sedan hit a man crossing with the signal on E 18 St at Church Ave. He suffered facial bruises. The street bore witness. No driver errors listed. The car came from Pennsylvania.
A 40-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed E 18 St at Church Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. He suffered a facial contusion but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan was registered in Pennsylvania. No other injuries were reported.
Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash▸A driver out on bail smashed into a Toyota in Bushwick. The crash killed Hayden Wallace and injured three others. The driver fled, leaving chaos behind. Police tracked him for over a year. Charges stack up, but the loss remains.
NY Daily News (March 8, 2025) reports that Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested after a deadly hit-and-run in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Seabrook had been out on bail for a previous crash involving police. On January 8, 2024, he crashed into a Toyota, killing Hayden Wallace and injuring three others. Seabrook fled the scene, abandoning his vehicle. The article notes, "All accidents are useless but this one was even more useless because [Seabrook] had so many other offenses." Seabrook faces 23 charges, including manslaughter, leaving the scene, unlicensed driving, and speeding. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and questions about bail and enforcement. Police needed over a year to arrest Seabrook, who had a history of fleeing crashes and driving without a license.
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Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-08
Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg▸A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. The driver hit a man crouched for food. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. The driver fled. Police are still searching. Brooklyn’s streets remain deadly for those on foot.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road, Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was kneeling in the street to pick up food when the truck, turning right, hit him. According to police, 'the driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene.' The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The article notes this was one of several fatal crashes in Brooklyn that week, highlighting persistent dangers for pedestrians. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene underscores ongoing issues with hit-and-runs and enforcement.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver was making a left turn and hit the pedestrian in the crosswalk. The victim was in shock but showed no visible complaints.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue O in Brooklyn at 16:08. A sedan traveling west was making a left turn when it struck a 71-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, yet the vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield were cited in the report, and the pedestrian’s crossing with the signal was noted. Contributing factors for the pedestrian were marked as unspecified. The report highlights the systemic danger posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
A 5-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after a sedan, driven by an inexperienced, distracted driver on a permit, struck him while making a right turn. The child was crossing with the signal at a Brooklyn intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:28 on Tilden Avenue near Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. A 5-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2009 Chevrolet sedan, driven by a male driver holding a learner's permit, struck him with the vehicle's right front bumper while making a right turn. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The child was crossing with the signal at the intersection and sustained abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver’s failure to maintain attention and lack of experience directly contributed to the collision, underscoring systemic risks posed by permit-holding drivers operating vehicles in busy urban environments.
Sedan Rear-Ends Car on Ocean Parkway▸A sedan slammed into the rear of another car on Ocean Parkway. The struck driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Ocean Parkway near 18 Avenue in Brooklyn struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle also heading south. The driver of the struck car, a 34-year-old woman, suffered head trauma and whiplash. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risk of rear-end collisions on busy city streets.
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on Coney Island Ave▸A box truck heading south on Coney Island Avenue hit a 44-year-old man crossing without a signal. Blood pooled. The man fell, suffering deep head wounds. He did not wake. The truck’s right bumper bore the mark.
A 44-year-old man was struck by a southbound box truck on Coney Island Avenue near Avenue K, according to the police report. The report describes the man as crossing without a signal when the collision occurred. The impact was severe: the pedestrian fell hard, sustaining deep head wounds and severe lacerations, and was found unconscious at the scene. Blood marked the pavement. The truck’s right front bumper showed evidence of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further detail on driver actions or errors. The victim’s behavior—crossing without a signal—is mentioned in the report, but no indication is given that it contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the lethal consequences of the truck’s movement through the corridor.
Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal on E 18 St▸A sedan hit a man crossing with the signal on E 18 St at Church Ave. He suffered facial bruises. The street bore witness. No driver errors listed. The car came from Pennsylvania.
A 40-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed E 18 St at Church Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. He suffered a facial contusion but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan was registered in Pennsylvania. No other injuries were reported.
Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash▸A driver out on bail smashed into a Toyota in Bushwick. The crash killed Hayden Wallace and injured three others. The driver fled, leaving chaos behind. Police tracked him for over a year. Charges stack up, but the loss remains.
NY Daily News (March 8, 2025) reports that Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested after a deadly hit-and-run in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Seabrook had been out on bail for a previous crash involving police. On January 8, 2024, he crashed into a Toyota, killing Hayden Wallace and injuring three others. Seabrook fled the scene, abandoning his vehicle. The article notes, "All accidents are useless but this one was even more useless because [Seabrook] had so many other offenses." Seabrook faces 23 charges, including manslaughter, leaving the scene, unlicensed driving, and speeding. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and questions about bail and enforcement. Police needed over a year to arrest Seabrook, who had a history of fleeing crashes and driving without a license.
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Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-08
Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg▸A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. The driver hit a man crouched for food. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. The driver fled. Police are still searching. Brooklyn’s streets remain deadly for those on foot.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road, Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was kneeling in the street to pick up food when the truck, turning right, hit him. According to police, 'the driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene.' The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The article notes this was one of several fatal crashes in Brooklyn that week, highlighting persistent dangers for pedestrians. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene underscores ongoing issues with hit-and-runs and enforcement.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver was making a left turn and hit the pedestrian in the crosswalk. The victim was in shock but showed no visible complaints.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue O in Brooklyn at 16:08. A sedan traveling west was making a left turn when it struck a 71-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, yet the vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield were cited in the report, and the pedestrian’s crossing with the signal was noted. Contributing factors for the pedestrian were marked as unspecified. The report highlights the systemic danger posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
A sedan slammed into the rear of another car on Ocean Parkway. The struck driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Ocean Parkway near 18 Avenue in Brooklyn struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle also heading south. The driver of the struck car, a 34-year-old woman, suffered head trauma and whiplash. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risk of rear-end collisions on busy city streets.
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on Coney Island Ave▸A box truck heading south on Coney Island Avenue hit a 44-year-old man crossing without a signal. Blood pooled. The man fell, suffering deep head wounds. He did not wake. The truck’s right bumper bore the mark.
A 44-year-old man was struck by a southbound box truck on Coney Island Avenue near Avenue K, according to the police report. The report describes the man as crossing without a signal when the collision occurred. The impact was severe: the pedestrian fell hard, sustaining deep head wounds and severe lacerations, and was found unconscious at the scene. Blood marked the pavement. The truck’s right front bumper showed evidence of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further detail on driver actions or errors. The victim’s behavior—crossing without a signal—is mentioned in the report, but no indication is given that it contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the lethal consequences of the truck’s movement through the corridor.
Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal on E 18 St▸A sedan hit a man crossing with the signal on E 18 St at Church Ave. He suffered facial bruises. The street bore witness. No driver errors listed. The car came from Pennsylvania.
A 40-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed E 18 St at Church Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. He suffered a facial contusion but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan was registered in Pennsylvania. No other injuries were reported.
Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash▸A driver out on bail smashed into a Toyota in Bushwick. The crash killed Hayden Wallace and injured three others. The driver fled, leaving chaos behind. Police tracked him for over a year. Charges stack up, but the loss remains.
NY Daily News (March 8, 2025) reports that Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested after a deadly hit-and-run in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Seabrook had been out on bail for a previous crash involving police. On January 8, 2024, he crashed into a Toyota, killing Hayden Wallace and injuring three others. Seabrook fled the scene, abandoning his vehicle. The article notes, "All accidents are useless but this one was even more useless because [Seabrook] had so many other offenses." Seabrook faces 23 charges, including manslaughter, leaving the scene, unlicensed driving, and speeding. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and questions about bail and enforcement. Police needed over a year to arrest Seabrook, who had a history of fleeing crashes and driving without a license.
-
Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-08
Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg▸A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. The driver hit a man crouched for food. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. The driver fled. Police are still searching. Brooklyn’s streets remain deadly for those on foot.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road, Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was kneeling in the street to pick up food when the truck, turning right, hit him. According to police, 'the driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene.' The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The article notes this was one of several fatal crashes in Brooklyn that week, highlighting persistent dangers for pedestrians. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene underscores ongoing issues with hit-and-runs and enforcement.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver was making a left turn and hit the pedestrian in the crosswalk. The victim was in shock but showed no visible complaints.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue O in Brooklyn at 16:08. A sedan traveling west was making a left turn when it struck a 71-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, yet the vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield were cited in the report, and the pedestrian’s crossing with the signal was noted. Contributing factors for the pedestrian were marked as unspecified. The report highlights the systemic danger posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
A box truck heading south on Coney Island Avenue hit a 44-year-old man crossing without a signal. Blood pooled. The man fell, suffering deep head wounds. He did not wake. The truck’s right bumper bore the mark.
A 44-year-old man was struck by a southbound box truck on Coney Island Avenue near Avenue K, according to the police report. The report describes the man as crossing without a signal when the collision occurred. The impact was severe: the pedestrian fell hard, sustaining deep head wounds and severe lacerations, and was found unconscious at the scene. Blood marked the pavement. The truck’s right front bumper showed evidence of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further detail on driver actions or errors. The victim’s behavior—crossing without a signal—is mentioned in the report, but no indication is given that it contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the lethal consequences of the truck’s movement through the corridor.
Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal on E 18 St▸A sedan hit a man crossing with the signal on E 18 St at Church Ave. He suffered facial bruises. The street bore witness. No driver errors listed. The car came from Pennsylvania.
A 40-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed E 18 St at Church Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. He suffered a facial contusion but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan was registered in Pennsylvania. No other injuries were reported.
Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash▸A driver out on bail smashed into a Toyota in Bushwick. The crash killed Hayden Wallace and injured three others. The driver fled, leaving chaos behind. Police tracked him for over a year. Charges stack up, but the loss remains.
NY Daily News (March 8, 2025) reports that Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested after a deadly hit-and-run in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Seabrook had been out on bail for a previous crash involving police. On January 8, 2024, he crashed into a Toyota, killing Hayden Wallace and injuring three others. Seabrook fled the scene, abandoning his vehicle. The article notes, "All accidents are useless but this one was even more useless because [Seabrook] had so many other offenses." Seabrook faces 23 charges, including manslaughter, leaving the scene, unlicensed driving, and speeding. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and questions about bail and enforcement. Police needed over a year to arrest Seabrook, who had a history of fleeing crashes and driving without a license.
-
Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-08
Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg▸A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. The driver hit a man crouched for food. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. The driver fled. Police are still searching. Brooklyn’s streets remain deadly for those on foot.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road, Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was kneeling in the street to pick up food when the truck, turning right, hit him. According to police, 'the driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene.' The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The article notes this was one of several fatal crashes in Brooklyn that week, highlighting persistent dangers for pedestrians. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene underscores ongoing issues with hit-and-runs and enforcement.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver was making a left turn and hit the pedestrian in the crosswalk. The victim was in shock but showed no visible complaints.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue O in Brooklyn at 16:08. A sedan traveling west was making a left turn when it struck a 71-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, yet the vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield were cited in the report, and the pedestrian’s crossing with the signal was noted. Contributing factors for the pedestrian were marked as unspecified. The report highlights the systemic danger posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
A sedan hit a man crossing with the signal on E 18 St at Church Ave. He suffered facial bruises. The street bore witness. No driver errors listed. The car came from Pennsylvania.
A 40-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed E 18 St at Church Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. He suffered a facial contusion but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan was registered in Pennsylvania. No other injuries were reported.
Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash▸A driver out on bail smashed into a Toyota in Bushwick. The crash killed Hayden Wallace and injured three others. The driver fled, leaving chaos behind. Police tracked him for over a year. Charges stack up, but the loss remains.
NY Daily News (March 8, 2025) reports that Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested after a deadly hit-and-run in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Seabrook had been out on bail for a previous crash involving police. On January 8, 2024, he crashed into a Toyota, killing Hayden Wallace and injuring three others. Seabrook fled the scene, abandoning his vehicle. The article notes, "All accidents are useless but this one was even more useless because [Seabrook] had so many other offenses." Seabrook faces 23 charges, including manslaughter, leaving the scene, unlicensed driving, and speeding. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and questions about bail and enforcement. Police needed over a year to arrest Seabrook, who had a history of fleeing crashes and driving without a license.
-
Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-08
Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg▸A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. The driver hit a man crouched for food. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. The driver fled. Police are still searching. Brooklyn’s streets remain deadly for those on foot.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road, Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was kneeling in the street to pick up food when the truck, turning right, hit him. According to police, 'the driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene.' The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The article notes this was one of several fatal crashes in Brooklyn that week, highlighting persistent dangers for pedestrians. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene underscores ongoing issues with hit-and-runs and enforcement.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver was making a left turn and hit the pedestrian in the crosswalk. The victim was in shock but showed no visible complaints.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue O in Brooklyn at 16:08. A sedan traveling west was making a left turn when it struck a 71-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, yet the vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield were cited in the report, and the pedestrian’s crossing with the signal was noted. Contributing factors for the pedestrian were marked as unspecified. The report highlights the systemic danger posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
A driver out on bail smashed into a Toyota in Bushwick. The crash killed Hayden Wallace and injured three others. The driver fled, leaving chaos behind. Police tracked him for over a year. Charges stack up, but the loss remains.
NY Daily News (March 8, 2025) reports that Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested after a deadly hit-and-run in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Seabrook had been out on bail for a previous crash involving police. On January 8, 2024, he crashed into a Toyota, killing Hayden Wallace and injuring three others. Seabrook fled the scene, abandoning his vehicle. The article notes, "All accidents are useless but this one was even more useless because [Seabrook] had so many other offenses." Seabrook faces 23 charges, including manslaughter, leaving the scene, unlicensed driving, and speeding. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and questions about bail and enforcement. Police needed over a year to arrest Seabrook, who had a history of fleeing crashes and driving without a license.
- Repeat Offender Kills Passenger In Brooklyn Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-08
Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg▸A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. The driver hit a man crouched for food. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. The driver fled. Police are still searching. Brooklyn’s streets remain deadly for those on foot.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road, Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was kneeling in the street to pick up food when the truck, turning right, hit him. According to police, 'the driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene.' The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The article notes this was one of several fatal crashes in Brooklyn that week, highlighting persistent dangers for pedestrians. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene underscores ongoing issues with hit-and-runs and enforcement.
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Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-03-03
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver was making a left turn and hit the pedestrian in the crosswalk. The victim was in shock but showed no visible complaints.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue O in Brooklyn at 16:08. A sedan traveling west was making a left turn when it struck a 71-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, yet the vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield were cited in the report, and the pedestrian’s crossing with the signal was noted. Contributing factors for the pedestrian were marked as unspecified. The report highlights the systemic danger posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
A dump truck turned right on Withers Street. The driver hit a man crouched for food. The man died at Elmhurst Hospital. The driver fled. Police are still searching. Brooklyn’s streets remain deadly for those on foot.
Gothamist reported on March 3, 2025, that a dump truck driver fatally struck a man in his 20s on Withers Street near Woodpoint Road, Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The man was kneeling in the street to pick up food when the truck, turning right, hit him. According to police, 'the driver, a 49-year-old man, left the scene.' The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The article notes this was one of several fatal crashes in Brooklyn that week, highlighting persistent dangers for pedestrians. NYPD data shows at least 10 traffic deaths in Brooklyn so far this year, matching last year’s pace. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene underscores ongoing issues with hit-and-runs and enforcement.
- Dump Truck Kills Pedestrian in Williamsburg, Gothamist, Published 2025-03-03
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver was making a left turn and hit the pedestrian in the crosswalk. The victim was in shock but showed no visible complaints.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue O in Brooklyn at 16:08. A sedan traveling west was making a left turn when it struck a 71-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, yet the vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield were cited in the report, and the pedestrian’s crossing with the signal was noted. Contributing factors for the pedestrian were marked as unspecified. The report highlights the systemic danger posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
A 71-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver was making a left turn and hit the pedestrian in the crosswalk. The victim was in shock but showed no visible complaints.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue O in Brooklyn at 16:08. A sedan traveling west was making a left turn when it struck a 71-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, yet the vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield were cited in the report, and the pedestrian’s crossing with the signal was noted. Contributing factors for the pedestrian were marked as unspecified. The report highlights the systemic danger posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
- Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-02
Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
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Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-01
A Kia slammed into a Toyota on Stockholm Street. Hayden Wallace, 29, died. Two friends survived with critical wounds. The driver fled. Police arrested Christopher Seabrook. The crash left a new life cut short, a city shaken.
According to the NY Daily News (published March 1, 2025), Christopher Seabrook, 28, was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed Hayden Wallace, 29, in Bushwick on January 8, 2024. Seabrook allegedly crashed a Kia Sportage into a Toyota Yaris carrying Wallace and friends, then fled the scene on foot. Wallace died; two others were critically injured. The Toyota’s driver was also charged with driving without a license. Seabrook faces charges including manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene. The article quotes Wallace’s aunt: “He lived life to the fullest. He was only 29 years old and lit up every room he entered.” The case highlights the deadly consequences of reckless driving and fleeing crash scenes in New York City.
- Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-01