About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 26
▸ Crush Injuries 11
▸ Amputation 3
▸ Severe Bleeding 14
▸ Severe Lacerations 9
▸ Concussion 16
▸ Whiplash 93
▸ Contusion/Bruise 196
▸ Abrasion 108
▸ Pain/Nausea 43
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year-to-year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Ocean Parkway to the Belt: CB15’s Deadly Hours
Brooklyn CB15: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 25, 2025
They crossed with the light at Ocean Parkway and Quentin Road. A mother, 34. Two daughters, 5 and 8. They were hit and killed. A 4‑year‑old boy lived. The record lists “Traffic Control Disregarded” and “Unsafe Speed.” A taxi turned right. An Audi came straight. Three dead on a Saturday afternoon. NYC Open Data lists it as 4801962.
A 70‑year‑old man was walking on Kings Highway. A 2023 Acura SUV struck him mid‑block. He died. The log says 7:24 a.m. The case is 4728391. NYC Open Data.
On the Belt near Knapp Street, a driver flipped his car and died. Unsafe speed. Westbound. A Lexus sedan overturned. He was 22. The crash came just after midnight. Gothamist reported the night’s string; the city file is 4833034 on NYC Open Data.
Across CB15, the numbers pile up. Since January, this district logged 873 crashes, 641 injured, and 9 dead. Children under 18 account for 4 deaths. Pedestrians take the brunt: 587 hurt and 14 killed since 2022. SUVs and cars lead pedestrian harm with 257 injured and 2 killed; trucks and buses add more. The Belt Parkway alone shows 3 deaths and 322 injuries. Period stats and top intersections come from NYC Open Data.
“Speed kills” is not a slogan here. It is the column in the ledger. In CB15, “other” factors dominate the city’s codes, but the fatal files tell on speed and signals blown. A 42‑year‑old on a motorcycle died on Avenue P at East 2nd. The note reads “Ejected.” Case 4820105. NYC Open Data.
The clock marks danger. Injuries spike from school release into evening, with deaths peaking at 1 p.m., 4 p.m., and after 9 p.m. The hour table shows six deaths at 1 p.m., three at 4 p.m., and three at 9 p.m. NYC Open Data.
Subways took lives too, one borough over or next door, depending on the line you ride. “No criminality is suspected,” police said after two people fell to the tracks and were struck by trains an hour apart. The words are flat. The bodies are not. NY Daily News.
Where the street breaks people
Ocean Parkway at Quentin Road is the worst corner: 6 deaths, 27 injuries. The Belt is a meat grinder: 3 deaths, 322 injuries. Kings Highway shows 2 deaths and 67 injuries. These are not black spots. They are addresses.
The mode split is stark. Pedestrians: 14 dead. Cyclists: 1 dead. Occupants: 6 dead. Other motorized users, including mopeds: battered. Heavy vehicles—trucks and buses—add to the toll; taxis show up in the killings. The records do not shout. They list.
Peak hours tell parents when to hold tighter. Afternoon into evening. Then the night roads open and speed does the rest.
What could stop the next body
Small moves save lives at these corners. Harden right turns at Ocean Parkway. Give pedestrians a head start with LPIs. Daylight the mouths of the cross streets where sight lines die. Target speed where the deaths cluster: the Belt, Avenue P, Kings Highway. Repeat the enforcement where the harm repeats.
Citywide, the tools exist. Albany passed a law to let New York set its own limits. Advocates say the city can lower residential speeds to 20 mph now. They are asking you to press City Hall. See our call to action.
The state is weighing a device for the worst repeat speeders. Streetsblog tracked the bill and the pattern: a small share of drivers cause outsized harm. The Senate file is S 4045. Its aim is simple: cap the car at the limit for those who keep getting caught. The votes and no‑shows are on the record. Open States.
Names behind the numbers
Gothamist logged a night when two died and a teen went to the ICU. AMNY and ABC7 said the boy on a moped hit an MTA bus on Staten Island. The bus driver and three passengers were unhurt. The boy had a head injury. “No arrests,” the stories say. The pattern is the point. Gothamist, amNY, ABC7.
On Avenue U at East 14th, a 90‑year‑old pedestrian died after a moped struck him in the intersection. Morning. Southbound moped. Case 4826233. NYC Open Data.
This is one district. One summer. One ledger that keeps turning pages.
Hold the line here
- Local fixes: harden turns at Ocean Pkwy/Quentin, LPIs on Kings Highway, daylighting on Avenue P; focused speed checks on the Belt; repeat‑hotspot enforcement where deaths recur. All are standard work.
- Citywide fixes: a 20 mph default and speed limiters for repeat offenders are on the table. The first is in city hands, the second sits in Albany as S 4045.
Lower speeds. Fewer funerals. If you want that, act now.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-25
- Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-05
- Teen Moped Rider Hit By MTA Bus, amNY, Published 2025-08-05
- Teen Critically Hurt In Moped-Bus Crash, ABC7, Published 2025-08-05
- Two Killed By Subway Trains In NYC, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-11
- S 4045: Intelligent Speed Assistance for Repeat Violators, New York State Senate, Published 2025-06-12
Other Representatives
District 41
3520 Nostrand Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11229
Room 324, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 48
2401 Avenue U, Brooklyn, NY 11229
718-368-9176
250 Broadway, Suite 1773, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7366
District 22
▸ Other Geographies
Brooklyn CB15 Brooklyn Community Board 15 sits in Brooklyn, District 48, AD 41, SD 22.
It contains Gravesend (East)-Homecrest, Madison, Sheepshead Bay-Manhattan Beach-Gerritsen Beach.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Brooklyn Community Board 15
14Int 1362-2025
Vernikov co-sponsors bill removing bus and bike benchmarks from streets master plan.▸Aug 14 - Int 1362 repeals the definitions of “protected bicycle lane” and “protected bus lane” and strips explicit benchmarks for protected lanes from the streets master plan. It preserves signal and pedestrian targets but weakens commitments to physical protection, threatening safety and equity.
Bill Int 1362-2025. Status: Sponsorship, introduced Aug 14, 2025. Referred to Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The measure, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto," repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes related benchmarks in the master plan (master plan dates referenced include Dec. 1, 2021 and Dec. 1, 2026). Primary sponsor: Robert F. Holden. Co-sponsors: Inna Vernikov, Joann Ariola, Chris Banks, Vickie Paladino. Safety analysts warn: "Removing explicit benchmarks and definitions for protected bus and bicycle lanes weakens commitments to physically protected infrastructure... likely reducing mode shift to walking and cycling and worsening equity and safety-in-numbers; the retained measures focus on signals and pedestrian amenities but do not replace the protective effect of designated protected lanes."
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Vernikov co-sponsors bill to remove bus and bike lane benchmarks, no safety impact.▸Aug 14 - Int. No. 1362 strips city definitions and benchmarks for protected bicycle lanes and protected bus lanes. It removes targets and accountability. The change will slow deployment of separated bike and bus infrastructure and erode safety and equity for pedestrians and cyclists.
Int. No. 1362 (filed Aug. 14, 2025; stage: SPONSORSHIP) was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The matter is titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Council Member Robert F. Holden is the primary sponsor. Co-sponsors are Vickie Paladino, Joann Ariola, and Inna Vernikov. The bill repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes benchmark requirements from the streets master plan. Safety analysts note that removing explicit benchmarks and definitions weakens accountability for building separated cycling and bus infrastructure, likely decreasing street equity and safety-in-numbers for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
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Turning driver hits 15-year-old cyclist on Ocean Parkway▸Aug 13 - A driver turned left on Ocean Parkway at Avenue W and hit a 15-year-old bicyclist going straight. The teen was conscious. He suffered a shoulder fracture and was transported injured.
A driver making a left turn on Ocean Parkway at Avenue W struck a northbound bicyclist. The rider, a 15-year-old male, was conscious and suffered a shoulder/upper-arm fracture and other listed injuries. According to the police report, the motor vehicle was making a left turn and the bike was going straight ahead; impact was to the car’s left front bumper and the bike’s center front end. The report records no contributing factors for the collision. No other parties or factors are listed in the data.
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Northbound SUV, Westbound Sedan Collide on Avenue P▸Aug 12 - A northbound SUV and a westbound sedan collided center-front at Avenue P and E 29 St. A 3-year-old rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. Police recorded Traffic Control Disregarded.
Two vehicles met in a center-front collision at Avenue P and E 29 St in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound SUV and the driver of a westbound sedan were both going straight. The sedan had three occupants; the SUV had two. A 3-year-old female rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. According to the police report, "the contributing factor was 'Traffic Control Disregarded.'" Police recorded center-front impacts for both vehicles and drivers going straight ahead. The report also lists injuries to the 28-year-old sedan driver, a 24-year-old front passenger, and several older occupants. No other contributing factors for the victims are recorded.
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Driver Making Left Turn Hits 65-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Aug 9 - A driver making a left turn hit a 65-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal at Avenue Z and E 17 St in Brooklyn. She suffered neck abrasions and was conscious. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
According to the police report, a driver making a left turn struck a 65-year-old woman crossing at Avenue Z and E 17 St. The woman suffered neck abrasions and remained conscious. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the vehicle was a 2020 Honda SUV traveling southeast; the point of impact was the left front bumper. The driver was licensed and uninjured. No other contributing factors were recorded in the report.
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Vernikov Opposes Safety‑Boosting Daylighting Citing DOT Cost Claims▸Aug 8 - DOT leans on a costly report and pro-car politicians to stall universal daylighting. Corners stay parked. Visibility stays poor. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a proven, system‑wide safety measure while parking is put first.
Bill: universal daylighting (no bill number listed). Status: stalled amid DOT opposition despite broad Council support. Committee: not listed. Key date: August 8, 2025 (Streetsblog NYC report). Matter title quoted: "We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting 'Scare Tactic' Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols." DOT released a report claiming $3 billion in costs and 300,000 lost parking spots. Council Members Inna Vernikov, Bob Holden and Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella cited the report and opposed the measure. Council Member Julie Won and Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla called the report flawed; Won asked, "It isn’t unreasonable to invest under $10k to save the lives of children and all pedestrians with daylighting?" Safety analyst: DOT's opposition undermines a proven, system-wide safety measure for pedestrians and cyclists, prioritizing parking over vulnerable road user safety and risking mode shift and equitable street access.
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We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
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Speeding drivers collide on Emmons Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 5 - Two SUV drivers sped west on Emmons. One pulled from parking. They collided at Dooley. Three people hurt, including a front passenger. Police recorded Unsafe Speed and Passing Too Closely. One driver held only a permit.
Two SUV drivers crashed on Emmons Avenue at Dooley Street in Brooklyn. Police list both traveling west; one driver started from parking, the other drove straight. Three people were injured: a 17-year-old driver with neck whiplash, a 26-year-old driver with back pain, and a 30-year-old front passenger with head trauma and whiplash. According to the police report, police recorded "Unsafe Speed" and "Passing Too Closely" by drivers. One driver held only a permit. No pedestrian or cyclist injuries were reported.
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Speeding Sedan Overturns on Belt Parkway▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan overturned on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old driver was ejected and killed. Three male passengers were injured; one passenger was also ejected. Police recorded unsafe speed and driver inattention.
A driver in a sedan was traveling west on the Belt Parkway when the vehicle overturned. The 22-year-old driver was ejected and killed. Three male passengers were injured; police said one passenger was also ejected. According to the police report, the crash killed the 22-year-old driver and injured three male passengers, ages 18, 20, and 22. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The report notes that some occupants wore no safety equipment, mentioned after the cited driver errors. The car was registered in New Jersey and suffered an overturn.
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Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes▸Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
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Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes,
amny,
Published 2025-08-05
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Motorcycle Rider Hits Stopped SUV on Belt Parkway▸Aug 4 - A motorcycle rider struck the left rear of a stopped SUV on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old rider suffered abrasions to his entire body. Three others were involved and were not seriously hurt.
According to the police report, the driver of a motorcycle was changing lanes on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn when he struck the left rear bumper of a stopped SUV. The 22-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured and suffered abrasions to his entire body. Three other people—the SUV driver, a 15-year-old passenger, and another registrant—were involved and were not seriously hurt. The SUV had been stopped in traffic; the motorcycle struck its center front end against the SUV’s left rear. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Police did not cite specific driver errors such as speeding or failure to yield.
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Two drivers collide on Ocean Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 4 - Drivers of a van and a sedan collided southbound on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R. Three hurt: the 32-year-old driver, leg; two passengers, back and head. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a van and a driver in a sedan collided while heading south on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R in Brooklyn. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered leg injuries. Two passengers were also hurt: a 34-year-old man with back pain and a 35-year-old woman with head trauma. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight. Police listed no other contributing factors. Damage was recorded to the left side of the van and the right front of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
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Speeding Motorcycle Hits 7-Year-Old Boy▸Aug 2 - The driver of a motorcycle hit a 7-year-old boy at an intersection on Oriental Blvd in Brooklyn. The child suffered shoulder and upper-arm injuries and was in shock. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed by the driver.
The driver of a motorcycle traveling east on Oriental Blvd struck a seven-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child suffered injuries to the shoulder and upper arm and was listed in shock with a complaint of pain. According to the police report, the crash involved "Unsafe Speed" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact, per the report. The report lists no contributing factors for the pedestrian.
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Driver Turning Fast Injures Two on Girard▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV turned right on Girard Street at unsafe speed. The hit landed on the center front. Two women suffered chest injuries and bruises. Police recorded unsafe speed.
Two women were hurt when a driver in a 2021 Subaru SUV crashed near 186 Girard Street in Brooklyn. The driver was making a right turn. The impact hit the center front. A 72-year-old front passenger suffered chest injuries and bruises. The 35-year-old driver suffered chest injuries and bruises. According to the police report, the driver was making a right turn and the report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
27
Sedan Lane Change Hits Taxi on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - A sedan changing lanes hit a taxi on Belt Parkway. Two drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing'.
Two drivers were injured when a sedan changing lanes struck a taxi on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver of the sedan was changing lanes and struck the left rear quarter panel of the taxi, which was traveling east going straight ahead. The taxi driver, a 42‑year‑old man, and the sedan driver, a 32‑year‑old woman, both suffered neck injuries, reported whiplash and shock, and were not ejected. Both occupants wore lap belts. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage; no pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Two E‑Bike Riders▸Jul 26 - A driver in an SUV turned right into an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Ave. Both riders were ejected and treated for abrasions. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
A driver in an SUV made a right turn and hit an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Avenue at Avenue V. Both e‑bike riders, ages 35 and 40, were ejected and injured. One reported abrasions to the knee, lower leg and foot; the other reported abrasions to the elbow, lower arm and hand. The SUV's right front bumper struck the e‑bike's center back end, according to vehicle damage reports. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
25
Multi-Vehicle Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 25 - Drivers in a sedan and SUVs crashed eastbound on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers hurt: a 55-year-old man with a head injury, a 20-year-old woman with hip and leg bruises. Police recorded Following Too Closely.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Drivers in a sedan and several SUVs were traveling east when they collided. Two passengers were injured. A 55-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 20-year-old woman had bruises to her hip and leg. According to the police report, the crash involved vehicles going straight and traveling east. The report lists Following Too Closely and Other Vehicular as contributing factors. Police recorded Following Too Closely by drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed in the report.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
20
SUV Merges Into Moped, Two Injured on Shore Parkway▸Jul 20 - SUV merged, struck moped. Two riders hurt. Child and young man partially ejected. Police cite passing too closely and failure to yield. Metal and flesh met hard on Shore Parkway.
A station wagon/SUV merged into a moped on Shore Parkway near Ford Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two people on the moped—a 22-year-old driver and a 10-year-old passenger—were injured, both partially ejected. The child suffered abrasions to his leg; the driver had a fracture and dislocation. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The crash underscores the danger when larger vehicles fail to give space and yield to smaller, more vulnerable road users.
Aug 14 - Int 1362 repeals the definitions of “protected bicycle lane” and “protected bus lane” and strips explicit benchmarks for protected lanes from the streets master plan. It preserves signal and pedestrian targets but weakens commitments to physical protection, threatening safety and equity.
Bill Int 1362-2025. Status: Sponsorship, introduced Aug 14, 2025. Referred to Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The measure, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto," repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes related benchmarks in the master plan (master plan dates referenced include Dec. 1, 2021 and Dec. 1, 2026). Primary sponsor: Robert F. Holden. Co-sponsors: Inna Vernikov, Joann Ariola, Chris Banks, Vickie Paladino. Safety analysts warn: "Removing explicit benchmarks and definitions for protected bus and bicycle lanes weakens commitments to physically protected infrastructure... likely reducing mode shift to walking and cycling and worsening equity and safety-in-numbers; the retained measures focus on signals and pedestrian amenities but do not replace the protective effect of designated protected lanes."
- File Int 1362-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Vernikov co-sponsors bill to remove bus and bike lane benchmarks, no safety impact.▸Aug 14 - Int. No. 1362 strips city definitions and benchmarks for protected bicycle lanes and protected bus lanes. It removes targets and accountability. The change will slow deployment of separated bike and bus infrastructure and erode safety and equity for pedestrians and cyclists.
Int. No. 1362 (filed Aug. 14, 2025; stage: SPONSORSHIP) was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The matter is titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Council Member Robert F. Holden is the primary sponsor. Co-sponsors are Vickie Paladino, Joann Ariola, and Inna Vernikov. The bill repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes benchmark requirements from the streets master plan. Safety analysts note that removing explicit benchmarks and definitions weakens accountability for building separated cycling and bus infrastructure, likely decreasing street equity and safety-in-numbers for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
13
Turning driver hits 15-year-old cyclist on Ocean Parkway▸Aug 13 - A driver turned left on Ocean Parkway at Avenue W and hit a 15-year-old bicyclist going straight. The teen was conscious. He suffered a shoulder fracture and was transported injured.
A driver making a left turn on Ocean Parkway at Avenue W struck a northbound bicyclist. The rider, a 15-year-old male, was conscious and suffered a shoulder/upper-arm fracture and other listed injuries. According to the police report, the motor vehicle was making a left turn and the bike was going straight ahead; impact was to the car’s left front bumper and the bike’s center front end. The report records no contributing factors for the collision. No other parties or factors are listed in the data.
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Northbound SUV, Westbound Sedan Collide on Avenue P▸Aug 12 - A northbound SUV and a westbound sedan collided center-front at Avenue P and E 29 St. A 3-year-old rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. Police recorded Traffic Control Disregarded.
Two vehicles met in a center-front collision at Avenue P and E 29 St in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound SUV and the driver of a westbound sedan were both going straight. The sedan had three occupants; the SUV had two. A 3-year-old female rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. According to the police report, "the contributing factor was 'Traffic Control Disregarded.'" Police recorded center-front impacts for both vehicles and drivers going straight ahead. The report also lists injuries to the 28-year-old sedan driver, a 24-year-old front passenger, and several older occupants. No other contributing factors for the victims are recorded.
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Driver Making Left Turn Hits 65-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Aug 9 - A driver making a left turn hit a 65-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal at Avenue Z and E 17 St in Brooklyn. She suffered neck abrasions and was conscious. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
According to the police report, a driver making a left turn struck a 65-year-old woman crossing at Avenue Z and E 17 St. The woman suffered neck abrasions and remained conscious. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the vehicle was a 2020 Honda SUV traveling southeast; the point of impact was the left front bumper. The driver was licensed and uninjured. No other contributing factors were recorded in the report.
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Vernikov Opposes Safety‑Boosting Daylighting Citing DOT Cost Claims▸Aug 8 - DOT leans on a costly report and pro-car politicians to stall universal daylighting. Corners stay parked. Visibility stays poor. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a proven, system‑wide safety measure while parking is put first.
Bill: universal daylighting (no bill number listed). Status: stalled amid DOT opposition despite broad Council support. Committee: not listed. Key date: August 8, 2025 (Streetsblog NYC report). Matter title quoted: "We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting 'Scare Tactic' Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols." DOT released a report claiming $3 billion in costs and 300,000 lost parking spots. Council Members Inna Vernikov, Bob Holden and Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella cited the report and opposed the measure. Council Member Julie Won and Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla called the report flawed; Won asked, "It isn’t unreasonable to invest under $10k to save the lives of children and all pedestrians with daylighting?" Safety analyst: DOT's opposition undermines a proven, system-wide safety measure for pedestrians and cyclists, prioritizing parking over vulnerable road user safety and risking mode shift and equitable street access.
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We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
5
Speeding drivers collide on Emmons Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 5 - Two SUV drivers sped west on Emmons. One pulled from parking. They collided at Dooley. Three people hurt, including a front passenger. Police recorded Unsafe Speed and Passing Too Closely. One driver held only a permit.
Two SUV drivers crashed on Emmons Avenue at Dooley Street in Brooklyn. Police list both traveling west; one driver started from parking, the other drove straight. Three people were injured: a 17-year-old driver with neck whiplash, a 26-year-old driver with back pain, and a 30-year-old front passenger with head trauma and whiplash. According to the police report, police recorded "Unsafe Speed" and "Passing Too Closely" by drivers. One driver held only a permit. No pedestrian or cyclist injuries were reported.
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Speeding Sedan Overturns on Belt Parkway▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan overturned on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old driver was ejected and killed. Three male passengers were injured; one passenger was also ejected. Police recorded unsafe speed and driver inattention.
A driver in a sedan was traveling west on the Belt Parkway when the vehicle overturned. The 22-year-old driver was ejected and killed. Three male passengers were injured; police said one passenger was also ejected. According to the police report, the crash killed the 22-year-old driver and injured three male passengers, ages 18, 20, and 22. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The report notes that some occupants wore no safety equipment, mentioned after the cited driver errors. The car was registered in New Jersey and suffered an overturn.
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Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes▸Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
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Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes,
amny,
Published 2025-08-05
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Motorcycle Rider Hits Stopped SUV on Belt Parkway▸Aug 4 - A motorcycle rider struck the left rear of a stopped SUV on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old rider suffered abrasions to his entire body. Three others were involved and were not seriously hurt.
According to the police report, the driver of a motorcycle was changing lanes on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn when he struck the left rear bumper of a stopped SUV. The 22-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured and suffered abrasions to his entire body. Three other people—the SUV driver, a 15-year-old passenger, and another registrant—were involved and were not seriously hurt. The SUV had been stopped in traffic; the motorcycle struck its center front end against the SUV’s left rear. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Police did not cite specific driver errors such as speeding or failure to yield.
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Two drivers collide on Ocean Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 4 - Drivers of a van and a sedan collided southbound on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R. Three hurt: the 32-year-old driver, leg; two passengers, back and head. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a van and a driver in a sedan collided while heading south on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R in Brooklyn. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered leg injuries. Two passengers were also hurt: a 34-year-old man with back pain and a 35-year-old woman with head trauma. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight. Police listed no other contributing factors. Damage was recorded to the left side of the van and the right front of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
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Speeding Motorcycle Hits 7-Year-Old Boy▸Aug 2 - The driver of a motorcycle hit a 7-year-old boy at an intersection on Oriental Blvd in Brooklyn. The child suffered shoulder and upper-arm injuries and was in shock. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed by the driver.
The driver of a motorcycle traveling east on Oriental Blvd struck a seven-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child suffered injuries to the shoulder and upper arm and was listed in shock with a complaint of pain. According to the police report, the crash involved "Unsafe Speed" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact, per the report. The report lists no contributing factors for the pedestrian.
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Driver Turning Fast Injures Two on Girard▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV turned right on Girard Street at unsafe speed. The hit landed on the center front. Two women suffered chest injuries and bruises. Police recorded unsafe speed.
Two women were hurt when a driver in a 2021 Subaru SUV crashed near 186 Girard Street in Brooklyn. The driver was making a right turn. The impact hit the center front. A 72-year-old front passenger suffered chest injuries and bruises. The 35-year-old driver suffered chest injuries and bruises. According to the police report, the driver was making a right turn and the report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Lane Change Hits Taxi on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - A sedan changing lanes hit a taxi on Belt Parkway. Two drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing'.
Two drivers were injured when a sedan changing lanes struck a taxi on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver of the sedan was changing lanes and struck the left rear quarter panel of the taxi, which was traveling east going straight ahead. The taxi driver, a 42‑year‑old man, and the sedan driver, a 32‑year‑old woman, both suffered neck injuries, reported whiplash and shock, and were not ejected. Both occupants wore lap belts. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage; no pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Two E‑Bike Riders▸Jul 26 - A driver in an SUV turned right into an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Ave. Both riders were ejected and treated for abrasions. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
A driver in an SUV made a right turn and hit an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Avenue at Avenue V. Both e‑bike riders, ages 35 and 40, were ejected and injured. One reported abrasions to the knee, lower leg and foot; the other reported abrasions to the elbow, lower arm and hand. The SUV's right front bumper struck the e‑bike's center back end, according to vehicle damage reports. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
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Multi-Vehicle Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 25 - Drivers in a sedan and SUVs crashed eastbound on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers hurt: a 55-year-old man with a head injury, a 20-year-old woman with hip and leg bruises. Police recorded Following Too Closely.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Drivers in a sedan and several SUVs were traveling east when they collided. Two passengers were injured. A 55-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 20-year-old woman had bruises to her hip and leg. According to the police report, the crash involved vehicles going straight and traveling east. The report lists Following Too Closely and Other Vehicular as contributing factors. Police recorded Following Too Closely by drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed in the report.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
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SUV Merges Into Moped, Two Injured on Shore Parkway▸Jul 20 - SUV merged, struck moped. Two riders hurt. Child and young man partially ejected. Police cite passing too closely and failure to yield. Metal and flesh met hard on Shore Parkway.
A station wagon/SUV merged into a moped on Shore Parkway near Ford Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two people on the moped—a 22-year-old driver and a 10-year-old passenger—were injured, both partially ejected. The child suffered abrasions to his leg; the driver had a fracture and dislocation. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The crash underscores the danger when larger vehicles fail to give space and yield to smaller, more vulnerable road users.
Aug 14 - Int. No. 1362 strips city definitions and benchmarks for protected bicycle lanes and protected bus lanes. It removes targets and accountability. The change will slow deployment of separated bike and bus infrastructure and erode safety and equity for pedestrians and cyclists.
Int. No. 1362 (filed Aug. 14, 2025; stage: SPONSORSHIP) was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The matter is titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Council Member Robert F. Holden is the primary sponsor. Co-sponsors are Vickie Paladino, Joann Ariola, and Inna Vernikov. The bill repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes benchmark requirements from the streets master plan. Safety analysts note that removing explicit benchmarks and definitions weakens accountability for building separated cycling and bus infrastructure, likely decreasing street equity and safety-in-numbers for pedestrians and cyclists.
- File Int 1362-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
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Turning driver hits 15-year-old cyclist on Ocean Parkway▸Aug 13 - A driver turned left on Ocean Parkway at Avenue W and hit a 15-year-old bicyclist going straight. The teen was conscious. He suffered a shoulder fracture and was transported injured.
A driver making a left turn on Ocean Parkway at Avenue W struck a northbound bicyclist. The rider, a 15-year-old male, was conscious and suffered a shoulder/upper-arm fracture and other listed injuries. According to the police report, the motor vehicle was making a left turn and the bike was going straight ahead; impact was to the car’s left front bumper and the bike’s center front end. The report records no contributing factors for the collision. No other parties or factors are listed in the data.
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Northbound SUV, Westbound Sedan Collide on Avenue P▸Aug 12 - A northbound SUV and a westbound sedan collided center-front at Avenue P and E 29 St. A 3-year-old rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. Police recorded Traffic Control Disregarded.
Two vehicles met in a center-front collision at Avenue P and E 29 St in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound SUV and the driver of a westbound sedan were both going straight. The sedan had three occupants; the SUV had two. A 3-year-old female rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. According to the police report, "the contributing factor was 'Traffic Control Disregarded.'" Police recorded center-front impacts for both vehicles and drivers going straight ahead. The report also lists injuries to the 28-year-old sedan driver, a 24-year-old front passenger, and several older occupants. No other contributing factors for the victims are recorded.
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Driver Making Left Turn Hits 65-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Aug 9 - A driver making a left turn hit a 65-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal at Avenue Z and E 17 St in Brooklyn. She suffered neck abrasions and was conscious. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
According to the police report, a driver making a left turn struck a 65-year-old woman crossing at Avenue Z and E 17 St. The woman suffered neck abrasions and remained conscious. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the vehicle was a 2020 Honda SUV traveling southeast; the point of impact was the left front bumper. The driver was licensed and uninjured. No other contributing factors were recorded in the report.
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Vernikov Opposes Safety‑Boosting Daylighting Citing DOT Cost Claims▸Aug 8 - DOT leans on a costly report and pro-car politicians to stall universal daylighting. Corners stay parked. Visibility stays poor. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a proven, system‑wide safety measure while parking is put first.
Bill: universal daylighting (no bill number listed). Status: stalled amid DOT opposition despite broad Council support. Committee: not listed. Key date: August 8, 2025 (Streetsblog NYC report). Matter title quoted: "We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting 'Scare Tactic' Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols." DOT released a report claiming $3 billion in costs and 300,000 lost parking spots. Council Members Inna Vernikov, Bob Holden and Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella cited the report and opposed the measure. Council Member Julie Won and Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla called the report flawed; Won asked, "It isn’t unreasonable to invest under $10k to save the lives of children and all pedestrians with daylighting?" Safety analyst: DOT's opposition undermines a proven, system-wide safety measure for pedestrians and cyclists, prioritizing parking over vulnerable road user safety and risking mode shift and equitable street access.
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We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
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Speeding drivers collide on Emmons Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 5 - Two SUV drivers sped west on Emmons. One pulled from parking. They collided at Dooley. Three people hurt, including a front passenger. Police recorded Unsafe Speed and Passing Too Closely. One driver held only a permit.
Two SUV drivers crashed on Emmons Avenue at Dooley Street in Brooklyn. Police list both traveling west; one driver started from parking, the other drove straight. Three people were injured: a 17-year-old driver with neck whiplash, a 26-year-old driver with back pain, and a 30-year-old front passenger with head trauma and whiplash. According to the police report, police recorded "Unsafe Speed" and "Passing Too Closely" by drivers. One driver held only a permit. No pedestrian or cyclist injuries were reported.
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Speeding Sedan Overturns on Belt Parkway▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan overturned on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old driver was ejected and killed. Three male passengers were injured; one passenger was also ejected. Police recorded unsafe speed and driver inattention.
A driver in a sedan was traveling west on the Belt Parkway when the vehicle overturned. The 22-year-old driver was ejected and killed. Three male passengers were injured; police said one passenger was also ejected. According to the police report, the crash killed the 22-year-old driver and injured three male passengers, ages 18, 20, and 22. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The report notes that some occupants wore no safety equipment, mentioned after the cited driver errors. The car was registered in New Jersey and suffered an overturn.
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Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes▸Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
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Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes,
amny,
Published 2025-08-05
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Motorcycle Rider Hits Stopped SUV on Belt Parkway▸Aug 4 - A motorcycle rider struck the left rear of a stopped SUV on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old rider suffered abrasions to his entire body. Three others were involved and were not seriously hurt.
According to the police report, the driver of a motorcycle was changing lanes on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn when he struck the left rear bumper of a stopped SUV. The 22-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured and suffered abrasions to his entire body. Three other people—the SUV driver, a 15-year-old passenger, and another registrant—were involved and were not seriously hurt. The SUV had been stopped in traffic; the motorcycle struck its center front end against the SUV’s left rear. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Police did not cite specific driver errors such as speeding or failure to yield.
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Two drivers collide on Ocean Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 4 - Drivers of a van and a sedan collided southbound on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R. Three hurt: the 32-year-old driver, leg; two passengers, back and head. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a van and a driver in a sedan collided while heading south on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R in Brooklyn. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered leg injuries. Two passengers were also hurt: a 34-year-old man with back pain and a 35-year-old woman with head trauma. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight. Police listed no other contributing factors. Damage was recorded to the left side of the van and the right front of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
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Speeding Motorcycle Hits 7-Year-Old Boy▸Aug 2 - The driver of a motorcycle hit a 7-year-old boy at an intersection on Oriental Blvd in Brooklyn. The child suffered shoulder and upper-arm injuries and was in shock. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed by the driver.
The driver of a motorcycle traveling east on Oriental Blvd struck a seven-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child suffered injuries to the shoulder and upper arm and was listed in shock with a complaint of pain. According to the police report, the crash involved "Unsafe Speed" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact, per the report. The report lists no contributing factors for the pedestrian.
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Driver Turning Fast Injures Two on Girard▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV turned right on Girard Street at unsafe speed. The hit landed on the center front. Two women suffered chest injuries and bruises. Police recorded unsafe speed.
Two women were hurt when a driver in a 2021 Subaru SUV crashed near 186 Girard Street in Brooklyn. The driver was making a right turn. The impact hit the center front. A 72-year-old front passenger suffered chest injuries and bruises. The 35-year-old driver suffered chest injuries and bruises. According to the police report, the driver was making a right turn and the report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Lane Change Hits Taxi on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - A sedan changing lanes hit a taxi on Belt Parkway. Two drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing'.
Two drivers were injured when a sedan changing lanes struck a taxi on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver of the sedan was changing lanes and struck the left rear quarter panel of the taxi, which was traveling east going straight ahead. The taxi driver, a 42‑year‑old man, and the sedan driver, a 32‑year‑old woman, both suffered neck injuries, reported whiplash and shock, and were not ejected. Both occupants wore lap belts. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage; no pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Two E‑Bike Riders▸Jul 26 - A driver in an SUV turned right into an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Ave. Both riders were ejected and treated for abrasions. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
A driver in an SUV made a right turn and hit an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Avenue at Avenue V. Both e‑bike riders, ages 35 and 40, were ejected and injured. One reported abrasions to the knee, lower leg and foot; the other reported abrasions to the elbow, lower arm and hand. The SUV's right front bumper struck the e‑bike's center back end, according to vehicle damage reports. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
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Multi-Vehicle Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 25 - Drivers in a sedan and SUVs crashed eastbound on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers hurt: a 55-year-old man with a head injury, a 20-year-old woman with hip and leg bruises. Police recorded Following Too Closely.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Drivers in a sedan and several SUVs were traveling east when they collided. Two passengers were injured. A 55-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 20-year-old woman had bruises to her hip and leg. According to the police report, the crash involved vehicles going straight and traveling east. The report lists Following Too Closely and Other Vehicular as contributing factors. Police recorded Following Too Closely by drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed in the report.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
20
SUV Merges Into Moped, Two Injured on Shore Parkway▸Jul 20 - SUV merged, struck moped. Two riders hurt. Child and young man partially ejected. Police cite passing too closely and failure to yield. Metal and flesh met hard on Shore Parkway.
A station wagon/SUV merged into a moped on Shore Parkway near Ford Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two people on the moped—a 22-year-old driver and a 10-year-old passenger—were injured, both partially ejected. The child suffered abrasions to his leg; the driver had a fracture and dislocation. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The crash underscores the danger when larger vehicles fail to give space and yield to smaller, more vulnerable road users.
Aug 13 - A driver turned left on Ocean Parkway at Avenue W and hit a 15-year-old bicyclist going straight. The teen was conscious. He suffered a shoulder fracture and was transported injured.
A driver making a left turn on Ocean Parkway at Avenue W struck a northbound bicyclist. The rider, a 15-year-old male, was conscious and suffered a shoulder/upper-arm fracture and other listed injuries. According to the police report, the motor vehicle was making a left turn and the bike was going straight ahead; impact was to the car’s left front bumper and the bike’s center front end. The report records no contributing factors for the collision. No other parties or factors are listed in the data.
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Northbound SUV, Westbound Sedan Collide on Avenue P▸Aug 12 - A northbound SUV and a westbound sedan collided center-front at Avenue P and E 29 St. A 3-year-old rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. Police recorded Traffic Control Disregarded.
Two vehicles met in a center-front collision at Avenue P and E 29 St in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound SUV and the driver of a westbound sedan were both going straight. The sedan had three occupants; the SUV had two. A 3-year-old female rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. According to the police report, "the contributing factor was 'Traffic Control Disregarded.'" Police recorded center-front impacts for both vehicles and drivers going straight ahead. The report also lists injuries to the 28-year-old sedan driver, a 24-year-old front passenger, and several older occupants. No other contributing factors for the victims are recorded.
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Driver Making Left Turn Hits 65-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Aug 9 - A driver making a left turn hit a 65-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal at Avenue Z and E 17 St in Brooklyn. She suffered neck abrasions and was conscious. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
According to the police report, a driver making a left turn struck a 65-year-old woman crossing at Avenue Z and E 17 St. The woman suffered neck abrasions and remained conscious. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the vehicle was a 2020 Honda SUV traveling southeast; the point of impact was the left front bumper. The driver was licensed and uninjured. No other contributing factors were recorded in the report.
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Vernikov Opposes Safety‑Boosting Daylighting Citing DOT Cost Claims▸Aug 8 - DOT leans on a costly report and pro-car politicians to stall universal daylighting. Corners stay parked. Visibility stays poor. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a proven, system‑wide safety measure while parking is put first.
Bill: universal daylighting (no bill number listed). Status: stalled amid DOT opposition despite broad Council support. Committee: not listed. Key date: August 8, 2025 (Streetsblog NYC report). Matter title quoted: "We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting 'Scare Tactic' Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols." DOT released a report claiming $3 billion in costs and 300,000 lost parking spots. Council Members Inna Vernikov, Bob Holden and Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella cited the report and opposed the measure. Council Member Julie Won and Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla called the report flawed; Won asked, "It isn’t unreasonable to invest under $10k to save the lives of children and all pedestrians with daylighting?" Safety analyst: DOT's opposition undermines a proven, system-wide safety measure for pedestrians and cyclists, prioritizing parking over vulnerable road user safety and risking mode shift and equitable street access.
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We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
5
Speeding drivers collide on Emmons Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 5 - Two SUV drivers sped west on Emmons. One pulled from parking. They collided at Dooley. Three people hurt, including a front passenger. Police recorded Unsafe Speed and Passing Too Closely. One driver held only a permit.
Two SUV drivers crashed on Emmons Avenue at Dooley Street in Brooklyn. Police list both traveling west; one driver started from parking, the other drove straight. Three people were injured: a 17-year-old driver with neck whiplash, a 26-year-old driver with back pain, and a 30-year-old front passenger with head trauma and whiplash. According to the police report, police recorded "Unsafe Speed" and "Passing Too Closely" by drivers. One driver held only a permit. No pedestrian or cyclist injuries were reported.
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Speeding Sedan Overturns on Belt Parkway▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan overturned on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old driver was ejected and killed. Three male passengers were injured; one passenger was also ejected. Police recorded unsafe speed and driver inattention.
A driver in a sedan was traveling west on the Belt Parkway when the vehicle overturned. The 22-year-old driver was ejected and killed. Three male passengers were injured; police said one passenger was also ejected. According to the police report, the crash killed the 22-year-old driver and injured three male passengers, ages 18, 20, and 22. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The report notes that some occupants wore no safety equipment, mentioned after the cited driver errors. The car was registered in New Jersey and suffered an overturn.
5
Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes▸Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
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Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes,
amny,
Published 2025-08-05
4
Motorcycle Rider Hits Stopped SUV on Belt Parkway▸Aug 4 - A motorcycle rider struck the left rear of a stopped SUV on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old rider suffered abrasions to his entire body. Three others were involved and were not seriously hurt.
According to the police report, the driver of a motorcycle was changing lanes on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn when he struck the left rear bumper of a stopped SUV. The 22-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured and suffered abrasions to his entire body. Three other people—the SUV driver, a 15-year-old passenger, and another registrant—were involved and were not seriously hurt. The SUV had been stopped in traffic; the motorcycle struck its center front end against the SUV’s left rear. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Police did not cite specific driver errors such as speeding or failure to yield.
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Two drivers collide on Ocean Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 4 - Drivers of a van and a sedan collided southbound on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R. Three hurt: the 32-year-old driver, leg; two passengers, back and head. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a van and a driver in a sedan collided while heading south on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R in Brooklyn. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered leg injuries. Two passengers were also hurt: a 34-year-old man with back pain and a 35-year-old woman with head trauma. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight. Police listed no other contributing factors. Damage was recorded to the left side of the van and the right front of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
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Speeding Motorcycle Hits 7-Year-Old Boy▸Aug 2 - The driver of a motorcycle hit a 7-year-old boy at an intersection on Oriental Blvd in Brooklyn. The child suffered shoulder and upper-arm injuries and was in shock. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed by the driver.
The driver of a motorcycle traveling east on Oriental Blvd struck a seven-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child suffered injuries to the shoulder and upper arm and was listed in shock with a complaint of pain. According to the police report, the crash involved "Unsafe Speed" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact, per the report. The report lists no contributing factors for the pedestrian.
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Driver Turning Fast Injures Two on Girard▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV turned right on Girard Street at unsafe speed. The hit landed on the center front. Two women suffered chest injuries and bruises. Police recorded unsafe speed.
Two women were hurt when a driver in a 2021 Subaru SUV crashed near 186 Girard Street in Brooklyn. The driver was making a right turn. The impact hit the center front. A 72-year-old front passenger suffered chest injuries and bruises. The 35-year-old driver suffered chest injuries and bruises. According to the police report, the driver was making a right turn and the report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Lane Change Hits Taxi on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - A sedan changing lanes hit a taxi on Belt Parkway. Two drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing'.
Two drivers were injured when a sedan changing lanes struck a taxi on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver of the sedan was changing lanes and struck the left rear quarter panel of the taxi, which was traveling east going straight ahead. The taxi driver, a 42‑year‑old man, and the sedan driver, a 32‑year‑old woman, both suffered neck injuries, reported whiplash and shock, and were not ejected. Both occupants wore lap belts. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage; no pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Two E‑Bike Riders▸Jul 26 - A driver in an SUV turned right into an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Ave. Both riders were ejected and treated for abrasions. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
A driver in an SUV made a right turn and hit an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Avenue at Avenue V. Both e‑bike riders, ages 35 and 40, were ejected and injured. One reported abrasions to the knee, lower leg and foot; the other reported abrasions to the elbow, lower arm and hand. The SUV's right front bumper struck the e‑bike's center back end, according to vehicle damage reports. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
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Multi-Vehicle Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 25 - Drivers in a sedan and SUVs crashed eastbound on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers hurt: a 55-year-old man with a head injury, a 20-year-old woman with hip and leg bruises. Police recorded Following Too Closely.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Drivers in a sedan and several SUVs were traveling east when they collided. Two passengers were injured. A 55-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 20-year-old woman had bruises to her hip and leg. According to the police report, the crash involved vehicles going straight and traveling east. The report lists Following Too Closely and Other Vehicular as contributing factors. Police recorded Following Too Closely by drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed in the report.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
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SUV Merges Into Moped, Two Injured on Shore Parkway▸Jul 20 - SUV merged, struck moped. Two riders hurt. Child and young man partially ejected. Police cite passing too closely and failure to yield. Metal and flesh met hard on Shore Parkway.
A station wagon/SUV merged into a moped on Shore Parkway near Ford Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two people on the moped—a 22-year-old driver and a 10-year-old passenger—were injured, both partially ejected. The child suffered abrasions to his leg; the driver had a fracture and dislocation. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The crash underscores the danger when larger vehicles fail to give space and yield to smaller, more vulnerable road users.
Aug 12 - A northbound SUV and a westbound sedan collided center-front at Avenue P and E 29 St. A 3-year-old rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. Police recorded Traffic Control Disregarded.
Two vehicles met in a center-front collision at Avenue P and E 29 St in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound SUV and the driver of a westbound sedan were both going straight. The sedan had three occupants; the SUV had two. A 3-year-old female rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. According to the police report, "the contributing factor was 'Traffic Control Disregarded.'" Police recorded center-front impacts for both vehicles and drivers going straight ahead. The report also lists injuries to the 28-year-old sedan driver, a 24-year-old front passenger, and several older occupants. No other contributing factors for the victims are recorded.
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Driver Making Left Turn Hits 65-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Aug 9 - A driver making a left turn hit a 65-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal at Avenue Z and E 17 St in Brooklyn. She suffered neck abrasions and was conscious. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
According to the police report, a driver making a left turn struck a 65-year-old woman crossing at Avenue Z and E 17 St. The woman suffered neck abrasions and remained conscious. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the vehicle was a 2020 Honda SUV traveling southeast; the point of impact was the left front bumper. The driver was licensed and uninjured. No other contributing factors were recorded in the report.
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Vernikov Opposes Safety‑Boosting Daylighting Citing DOT Cost Claims▸Aug 8 - DOT leans on a costly report and pro-car politicians to stall universal daylighting. Corners stay parked. Visibility stays poor. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a proven, system‑wide safety measure while parking is put first.
Bill: universal daylighting (no bill number listed). Status: stalled amid DOT opposition despite broad Council support. Committee: not listed. Key date: August 8, 2025 (Streetsblog NYC report). Matter title quoted: "We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting 'Scare Tactic' Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols." DOT released a report claiming $3 billion in costs and 300,000 lost parking spots. Council Members Inna Vernikov, Bob Holden and Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella cited the report and opposed the measure. Council Member Julie Won and Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla called the report flawed; Won asked, "It isn’t unreasonable to invest under $10k to save the lives of children and all pedestrians with daylighting?" Safety analyst: DOT's opposition undermines a proven, system-wide safety measure for pedestrians and cyclists, prioritizing parking over vulnerable road user safety and risking mode shift and equitable street access.
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We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
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Speeding drivers collide on Emmons Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 5 - Two SUV drivers sped west on Emmons. One pulled from parking. They collided at Dooley. Three people hurt, including a front passenger. Police recorded Unsafe Speed and Passing Too Closely. One driver held only a permit.
Two SUV drivers crashed on Emmons Avenue at Dooley Street in Brooklyn. Police list both traveling west; one driver started from parking, the other drove straight. Three people were injured: a 17-year-old driver with neck whiplash, a 26-year-old driver with back pain, and a 30-year-old front passenger with head trauma and whiplash. According to the police report, police recorded "Unsafe Speed" and "Passing Too Closely" by drivers. One driver held only a permit. No pedestrian or cyclist injuries were reported.
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Speeding Sedan Overturns on Belt Parkway▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan overturned on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old driver was ejected and killed. Three male passengers were injured; one passenger was also ejected. Police recorded unsafe speed and driver inattention.
A driver in a sedan was traveling west on the Belt Parkway when the vehicle overturned. The 22-year-old driver was ejected and killed. Three male passengers were injured; police said one passenger was also ejected. According to the police report, the crash killed the 22-year-old driver and injured three male passengers, ages 18, 20, and 22. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The report notes that some occupants wore no safety equipment, mentioned after the cited driver errors. The car was registered in New Jersey and suffered an overturn.
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Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes▸Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
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Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes,
amny,
Published 2025-08-05
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Motorcycle Rider Hits Stopped SUV on Belt Parkway▸Aug 4 - A motorcycle rider struck the left rear of a stopped SUV on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old rider suffered abrasions to his entire body. Three others were involved and were not seriously hurt.
According to the police report, the driver of a motorcycle was changing lanes on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn when he struck the left rear bumper of a stopped SUV. The 22-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured and suffered abrasions to his entire body. Three other people—the SUV driver, a 15-year-old passenger, and another registrant—were involved and were not seriously hurt. The SUV had been stopped in traffic; the motorcycle struck its center front end against the SUV’s left rear. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Police did not cite specific driver errors such as speeding or failure to yield.
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Two drivers collide on Ocean Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 4 - Drivers of a van and a sedan collided southbound on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R. Three hurt: the 32-year-old driver, leg; two passengers, back and head. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a van and a driver in a sedan collided while heading south on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R in Brooklyn. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered leg injuries. Two passengers were also hurt: a 34-year-old man with back pain and a 35-year-old woman with head trauma. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight. Police listed no other contributing factors. Damage was recorded to the left side of the van and the right front of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
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Speeding Motorcycle Hits 7-Year-Old Boy▸Aug 2 - The driver of a motorcycle hit a 7-year-old boy at an intersection on Oriental Blvd in Brooklyn. The child suffered shoulder and upper-arm injuries and was in shock. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed by the driver.
The driver of a motorcycle traveling east on Oriental Blvd struck a seven-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child suffered injuries to the shoulder and upper arm and was listed in shock with a complaint of pain. According to the police report, the crash involved "Unsafe Speed" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact, per the report. The report lists no contributing factors for the pedestrian.
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Driver Turning Fast Injures Two on Girard▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV turned right on Girard Street at unsafe speed. The hit landed on the center front. Two women suffered chest injuries and bruises. Police recorded unsafe speed.
Two women were hurt when a driver in a 2021 Subaru SUV crashed near 186 Girard Street in Brooklyn. The driver was making a right turn. The impact hit the center front. A 72-year-old front passenger suffered chest injuries and bruises. The 35-year-old driver suffered chest injuries and bruises. According to the police report, the driver was making a right turn and the report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Lane Change Hits Taxi on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - A sedan changing lanes hit a taxi on Belt Parkway. Two drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing'.
Two drivers were injured when a sedan changing lanes struck a taxi on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver of the sedan was changing lanes and struck the left rear quarter panel of the taxi, which was traveling east going straight ahead. The taxi driver, a 42‑year‑old man, and the sedan driver, a 32‑year‑old woman, both suffered neck injuries, reported whiplash and shock, and were not ejected. Both occupants wore lap belts. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage; no pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Two E‑Bike Riders▸Jul 26 - A driver in an SUV turned right into an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Ave. Both riders were ejected and treated for abrasions. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
A driver in an SUV made a right turn and hit an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Avenue at Avenue V. Both e‑bike riders, ages 35 and 40, were ejected and injured. One reported abrasions to the knee, lower leg and foot; the other reported abrasions to the elbow, lower arm and hand. The SUV's right front bumper struck the e‑bike's center back end, according to vehicle damage reports. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
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Multi-Vehicle Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 25 - Drivers in a sedan and SUVs crashed eastbound on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers hurt: a 55-year-old man with a head injury, a 20-year-old woman with hip and leg bruises. Police recorded Following Too Closely.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Drivers in a sedan and several SUVs were traveling east when they collided. Two passengers were injured. A 55-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 20-year-old woman had bruises to her hip and leg. According to the police report, the crash involved vehicles going straight and traveling east. The report lists Following Too Closely and Other Vehicular as contributing factors. Police recorded Following Too Closely by drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed in the report.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
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SUV Merges Into Moped, Two Injured on Shore Parkway▸Jul 20 - SUV merged, struck moped. Two riders hurt. Child and young man partially ejected. Police cite passing too closely and failure to yield. Metal and flesh met hard on Shore Parkway.
A station wagon/SUV merged into a moped on Shore Parkway near Ford Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two people on the moped—a 22-year-old driver and a 10-year-old passenger—were injured, both partially ejected. The child suffered abrasions to his leg; the driver had a fracture and dislocation. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The crash underscores the danger when larger vehicles fail to give space and yield to smaller, more vulnerable road users.
Aug 9 - A driver making a left turn hit a 65-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal at Avenue Z and E 17 St in Brooklyn. She suffered neck abrasions and was conscious. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
According to the police report, a driver making a left turn struck a 65-year-old woman crossing at Avenue Z and E 17 St. The woman suffered neck abrasions and remained conscious. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the vehicle was a 2020 Honda SUV traveling southeast; the point of impact was the left front bumper. The driver was licensed and uninjured. No other contributing factors were recorded in the report.
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Vernikov Opposes Safety‑Boosting Daylighting Citing DOT Cost Claims▸Aug 8 - DOT leans on a costly report and pro-car politicians to stall universal daylighting. Corners stay parked. Visibility stays poor. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a proven, system‑wide safety measure while parking is put first.
Bill: universal daylighting (no bill number listed). Status: stalled amid DOT opposition despite broad Council support. Committee: not listed. Key date: August 8, 2025 (Streetsblog NYC report). Matter title quoted: "We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting 'Scare Tactic' Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols." DOT released a report claiming $3 billion in costs and 300,000 lost parking spots. Council Members Inna Vernikov, Bob Holden and Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella cited the report and opposed the measure. Council Member Julie Won and Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla called the report flawed; Won asked, "It isn’t unreasonable to invest under $10k to save the lives of children and all pedestrians with daylighting?" Safety analyst: DOT's opposition undermines a proven, system-wide safety measure for pedestrians and cyclists, prioritizing parking over vulnerable road user safety and risking mode shift and equitable street access.
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We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
5
Speeding drivers collide on Emmons Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 5 - Two SUV drivers sped west on Emmons. One pulled from parking. They collided at Dooley. Three people hurt, including a front passenger. Police recorded Unsafe Speed and Passing Too Closely. One driver held only a permit.
Two SUV drivers crashed on Emmons Avenue at Dooley Street in Brooklyn. Police list both traveling west; one driver started from parking, the other drove straight. Three people were injured: a 17-year-old driver with neck whiplash, a 26-year-old driver with back pain, and a 30-year-old front passenger with head trauma and whiplash. According to the police report, police recorded "Unsafe Speed" and "Passing Too Closely" by drivers. One driver held only a permit. No pedestrian or cyclist injuries were reported.
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Speeding Sedan Overturns on Belt Parkway▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan overturned on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old driver was ejected and killed. Three male passengers were injured; one passenger was also ejected. Police recorded unsafe speed and driver inattention.
A driver in a sedan was traveling west on the Belt Parkway when the vehicle overturned. The 22-year-old driver was ejected and killed. Three male passengers were injured; police said one passenger was also ejected. According to the police report, the crash killed the 22-year-old driver and injured three male passengers, ages 18, 20, and 22. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The report notes that some occupants wore no safety equipment, mentioned after the cited driver errors. The car was registered in New Jersey and suffered an overturn.
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Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes▸Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
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Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes,
amny,
Published 2025-08-05
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Motorcycle Rider Hits Stopped SUV on Belt Parkway▸Aug 4 - A motorcycle rider struck the left rear of a stopped SUV on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old rider suffered abrasions to his entire body. Three others were involved and were not seriously hurt.
According to the police report, the driver of a motorcycle was changing lanes on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn when he struck the left rear bumper of a stopped SUV. The 22-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured and suffered abrasions to his entire body. Three other people—the SUV driver, a 15-year-old passenger, and another registrant—were involved and were not seriously hurt. The SUV had been stopped in traffic; the motorcycle struck its center front end against the SUV’s left rear. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Police did not cite specific driver errors such as speeding or failure to yield.
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Two drivers collide on Ocean Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 4 - Drivers of a van and a sedan collided southbound on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R. Three hurt: the 32-year-old driver, leg; two passengers, back and head. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a van and a driver in a sedan collided while heading south on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R in Brooklyn. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered leg injuries. Two passengers were also hurt: a 34-year-old man with back pain and a 35-year-old woman with head trauma. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight. Police listed no other contributing factors. Damage was recorded to the left side of the van and the right front of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
2
Speeding Motorcycle Hits 7-Year-Old Boy▸Aug 2 - The driver of a motorcycle hit a 7-year-old boy at an intersection on Oriental Blvd in Brooklyn. The child suffered shoulder and upper-arm injuries and was in shock. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed by the driver.
The driver of a motorcycle traveling east on Oriental Blvd struck a seven-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child suffered injuries to the shoulder and upper arm and was listed in shock with a complaint of pain. According to the police report, the crash involved "Unsafe Speed" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact, per the report. The report lists no contributing factors for the pedestrian.
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Driver Turning Fast Injures Two on Girard▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV turned right on Girard Street at unsafe speed. The hit landed on the center front. Two women suffered chest injuries and bruises. Police recorded unsafe speed.
Two women were hurt when a driver in a 2021 Subaru SUV crashed near 186 Girard Street in Brooklyn. The driver was making a right turn. The impact hit the center front. A 72-year-old front passenger suffered chest injuries and bruises. The 35-year-old driver suffered chest injuries and bruises. According to the police report, the driver was making a right turn and the report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Lane Change Hits Taxi on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - A sedan changing lanes hit a taxi on Belt Parkway. Two drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing'.
Two drivers were injured when a sedan changing lanes struck a taxi on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver of the sedan was changing lanes and struck the left rear quarter panel of the taxi, which was traveling east going straight ahead. The taxi driver, a 42‑year‑old man, and the sedan driver, a 32‑year‑old woman, both suffered neck injuries, reported whiplash and shock, and were not ejected. Both occupants wore lap belts. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage; no pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Two E‑Bike Riders▸Jul 26 - A driver in an SUV turned right into an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Ave. Both riders were ejected and treated for abrasions. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
A driver in an SUV made a right turn and hit an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Avenue at Avenue V. Both e‑bike riders, ages 35 and 40, were ejected and injured. One reported abrasions to the knee, lower leg and foot; the other reported abrasions to the elbow, lower arm and hand. The SUV's right front bumper struck the e‑bike's center back end, according to vehicle damage reports. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
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Multi-Vehicle Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 25 - Drivers in a sedan and SUVs crashed eastbound on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers hurt: a 55-year-old man with a head injury, a 20-year-old woman with hip and leg bruises. Police recorded Following Too Closely.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Drivers in a sedan and several SUVs were traveling east when they collided. Two passengers were injured. A 55-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 20-year-old woman had bruises to her hip and leg. According to the police report, the crash involved vehicles going straight and traveling east. The report lists Following Too Closely and Other Vehicular as contributing factors. Police recorded Following Too Closely by drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed in the report.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
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SUV Merges Into Moped, Two Injured on Shore Parkway▸Jul 20 - SUV merged, struck moped. Two riders hurt. Child and young man partially ejected. Police cite passing too closely and failure to yield. Metal and flesh met hard on Shore Parkway.
A station wagon/SUV merged into a moped on Shore Parkway near Ford Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two people on the moped—a 22-year-old driver and a 10-year-old passenger—were injured, both partially ejected. The child suffered abrasions to his leg; the driver had a fracture and dislocation. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The crash underscores the danger when larger vehicles fail to give space and yield to smaller, more vulnerable road users.
Aug 8 - DOT leans on a costly report and pro-car politicians to stall universal daylighting. Corners stay parked. Visibility stays poor. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a proven, system‑wide safety measure while parking is put first.
Bill: universal daylighting (no bill number listed). Status: stalled amid DOT opposition despite broad Council support. Committee: not listed. Key date: August 8, 2025 (Streetsblog NYC report). Matter title quoted: "We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting 'Scare Tactic' Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols." DOT released a report claiming $3 billion in costs and 300,000 lost parking spots. Council Members Inna Vernikov, Bob Holden and Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella cited the report and opposed the measure. Council Member Julie Won and Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla called the report flawed; Won asked, "It isn’t unreasonable to invest under $10k to save the lives of children and all pedestrians with daylighting?" Safety analyst: DOT's opposition undermines a proven, system-wide safety measure for pedestrians and cyclists, prioritizing parking over vulnerable road user safety and risking mode shift and equitable street access.
- We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-08-08
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Speeding drivers collide on Emmons Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 5 - Two SUV drivers sped west on Emmons. One pulled from parking. They collided at Dooley. Three people hurt, including a front passenger. Police recorded Unsafe Speed and Passing Too Closely. One driver held only a permit.
Two SUV drivers crashed on Emmons Avenue at Dooley Street in Brooklyn. Police list both traveling west; one driver started from parking, the other drove straight. Three people were injured: a 17-year-old driver with neck whiplash, a 26-year-old driver with back pain, and a 30-year-old front passenger with head trauma and whiplash. According to the police report, police recorded "Unsafe Speed" and "Passing Too Closely" by drivers. One driver held only a permit. No pedestrian or cyclist injuries were reported.
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Speeding Sedan Overturns on Belt Parkway▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan overturned on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old driver was ejected and killed. Three male passengers were injured; one passenger was also ejected. Police recorded unsafe speed and driver inattention.
A driver in a sedan was traveling west on the Belt Parkway when the vehicle overturned. The 22-year-old driver was ejected and killed. Three male passengers were injured; police said one passenger was also ejected. According to the police report, the crash killed the 22-year-old driver and injured three male passengers, ages 18, 20, and 22. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The report notes that some occupants wore no safety equipment, mentioned after the cited driver errors. The car was registered in New Jersey and suffered an overturn.
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Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes▸Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
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Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes,
amny,
Published 2025-08-05
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Motorcycle Rider Hits Stopped SUV on Belt Parkway▸Aug 4 - A motorcycle rider struck the left rear of a stopped SUV on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old rider suffered abrasions to his entire body. Three others were involved and were not seriously hurt.
According to the police report, the driver of a motorcycle was changing lanes on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn when he struck the left rear bumper of a stopped SUV. The 22-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured and suffered abrasions to his entire body. Three other people—the SUV driver, a 15-year-old passenger, and another registrant—were involved and were not seriously hurt. The SUV had been stopped in traffic; the motorcycle struck its center front end against the SUV’s left rear. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Police did not cite specific driver errors such as speeding or failure to yield.
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Two drivers collide on Ocean Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 4 - Drivers of a van and a sedan collided southbound on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R. Three hurt: the 32-year-old driver, leg; two passengers, back and head. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a van and a driver in a sedan collided while heading south on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R in Brooklyn. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered leg injuries. Two passengers were also hurt: a 34-year-old man with back pain and a 35-year-old woman with head trauma. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight. Police listed no other contributing factors. Damage was recorded to the left side of the van and the right front of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
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Speeding Motorcycle Hits 7-Year-Old Boy▸Aug 2 - The driver of a motorcycle hit a 7-year-old boy at an intersection on Oriental Blvd in Brooklyn. The child suffered shoulder and upper-arm injuries and was in shock. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed by the driver.
The driver of a motorcycle traveling east on Oriental Blvd struck a seven-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child suffered injuries to the shoulder and upper arm and was listed in shock with a complaint of pain. According to the police report, the crash involved "Unsafe Speed" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact, per the report. The report lists no contributing factors for the pedestrian.
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Driver Turning Fast Injures Two on Girard▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV turned right on Girard Street at unsafe speed. The hit landed on the center front. Two women suffered chest injuries and bruises. Police recorded unsafe speed.
Two women were hurt when a driver in a 2021 Subaru SUV crashed near 186 Girard Street in Brooklyn. The driver was making a right turn. The impact hit the center front. A 72-year-old front passenger suffered chest injuries and bruises. The 35-year-old driver suffered chest injuries and bruises. According to the police report, the driver was making a right turn and the report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Lane Change Hits Taxi on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - A sedan changing lanes hit a taxi on Belt Parkway. Two drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing'.
Two drivers were injured when a sedan changing lanes struck a taxi on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver of the sedan was changing lanes and struck the left rear quarter panel of the taxi, which was traveling east going straight ahead. The taxi driver, a 42‑year‑old man, and the sedan driver, a 32‑year‑old woman, both suffered neck injuries, reported whiplash and shock, and were not ejected. Both occupants wore lap belts. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage; no pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Two E‑Bike Riders▸Jul 26 - A driver in an SUV turned right into an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Ave. Both riders were ejected and treated for abrasions. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
A driver in an SUV made a right turn and hit an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Avenue at Avenue V. Both e‑bike riders, ages 35 and 40, were ejected and injured. One reported abrasions to the knee, lower leg and foot; the other reported abrasions to the elbow, lower arm and hand. The SUV's right front bumper struck the e‑bike's center back end, according to vehicle damage reports. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
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Multi-Vehicle Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 25 - Drivers in a sedan and SUVs crashed eastbound on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers hurt: a 55-year-old man with a head injury, a 20-year-old woman with hip and leg bruises. Police recorded Following Too Closely.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Drivers in a sedan and several SUVs were traveling east when they collided. Two passengers were injured. A 55-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 20-year-old woman had bruises to her hip and leg. According to the police report, the crash involved vehicles going straight and traveling east. The report lists Following Too Closely and Other Vehicular as contributing factors. Police recorded Following Too Closely by drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed in the report.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
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SUV Merges Into Moped, Two Injured on Shore Parkway▸Jul 20 - SUV merged, struck moped. Two riders hurt. Child and young man partially ejected. Police cite passing too closely and failure to yield. Metal and flesh met hard on Shore Parkway.
A station wagon/SUV merged into a moped on Shore Parkway near Ford Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two people on the moped—a 22-year-old driver and a 10-year-old passenger—were injured, both partially ejected. The child suffered abrasions to his leg; the driver had a fracture and dislocation. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The crash underscores the danger when larger vehicles fail to give space and yield to smaller, more vulnerable road users.
Aug 5 - Two SUV drivers sped west on Emmons. One pulled from parking. They collided at Dooley. Three people hurt, including a front passenger. Police recorded Unsafe Speed and Passing Too Closely. One driver held only a permit.
Two SUV drivers crashed on Emmons Avenue at Dooley Street in Brooklyn. Police list both traveling west; one driver started from parking, the other drove straight. Three people were injured: a 17-year-old driver with neck whiplash, a 26-year-old driver with back pain, and a 30-year-old front passenger with head trauma and whiplash. According to the police report, police recorded "Unsafe Speed" and "Passing Too Closely" by drivers. One driver held only a permit. No pedestrian or cyclist injuries were reported.
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Speeding Sedan Overturns on Belt Parkway▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan overturned on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old driver was ejected and killed. Three male passengers were injured; one passenger was also ejected. Police recorded unsafe speed and driver inattention.
A driver in a sedan was traveling west on the Belt Parkway when the vehicle overturned. The 22-year-old driver was ejected and killed. Three male passengers were injured; police said one passenger was also ejected. According to the police report, the crash killed the 22-year-old driver and injured three male passengers, ages 18, 20, and 22. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The report notes that some occupants wore no safety equipment, mentioned after the cited driver errors. The car was registered in New Jersey and suffered an overturn.
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Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes▸Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
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Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes,
amny,
Published 2025-08-05
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Motorcycle Rider Hits Stopped SUV on Belt Parkway▸Aug 4 - A motorcycle rider struck the left rear of a stopped SUV on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old rider suffered abrasions to his entire body. Three others were involved and were not seriously hurt.
According to the police report, the driver of a motorcycle was changing lanes on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn when he struck the left rear bumper of a stopped SUV. The 22-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured and suffered abrasions to his entire body. Three other people—the SUV driver, a 15-year-old passenger, and another registrant—were involved and were not seriously hurt. The SUV had been stopped in traffic; the motorcycle struck its center front end against the SUV’s left rear. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Police did not cite specific driver errors such as speeding or failure to yield.
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Two drivers collide on Ocean Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 4 - Drivers of a van and a sedan collided southbound on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R. Three hurt: the 32-year-old driver, leg; two passengers, back and head. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a van and a driver in a sedan collided while heading south on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R in Brooklyn. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered leg injuries. Two passengers were also hurt: a 34-year-old man with back pain and a 35-year-old woman with head trauma. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight. Police listed no other contributing factors. Damage was recorded to the left side of the van and the right front of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
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Speeding Motorcycle Hits 7-Year-Old Boy▸Aug 2 - The driver of a motorcycle hit a 7-year-old boy at an intersection on Oriental Blvd in Brooklyn. The child suffered shoulder and upper-arm injuries and was in shock. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed by the driver.
The driver of a motorcycle traveling east on Oriental Blvd struck a seven-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child suffered injuries to the shoulder and upper arm and was listed in shock with a complaint of pain. According to the police report, the crash involved "Unsafe Speed" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact, per the report. The report lists no contributing factors for the pedestrian.
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Driver Turning Fast Injures Two on Girard▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV turned right on Girard Street at unsafe speed. The hit landed on the center front. Two women suffered chest injuries and bruises. Police recorded unsafe speed.
Two women were hurt when a driver in a 2021 Subaru SUV crashed near 186 Girard Street in Brooklyn. The driver was making a right turn. The impact hit the center front. A 72-year-old front passenger suffered chest injuries and bruises. The 35-year-old driver suffered chest injuries and bruises. According to the police report, the driver was making a right turn and the report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Lane Change Hits Taxi on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - A sedan changing lanes hit a taxi on Belt Parkway. Two drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing'.
Two drivers were injured when a sedan changing lanes struck a taxi on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver of the sedan was changing lanes and struck the left rear quarter panel of the taxi, which was traveling east going straight ahead. The taxi driver, a 42‑year‑old man, and the sedan driver, a 32‑year‑old woman, both suffered neck injuries, reported whiplash and shock, and were not ejected. Both occupants wore lap belts. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage; no pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Two E‑Bike Riders▸Jul 26 - A driver in an SUV turned right into an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Ave. Both riders were ejected and treated for abrasions. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
A driver in an SUV made a right turn and hit an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Avenue at Avenue V. Both e‑bike riders, ages 35 and 40, were ejected and injured. One reported abrasions to the knee, lower leg and foot; the other reported abrasions to the elbow, lower arm and hand. The SUV's right front bumper struck the e‑bike's center back end, according to vehicle damage reports. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
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Multi-Vehicle Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 25 - Drivers in a sedan and SUVs crashed eastbound on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers hurt: a 55-year-old man with a head injury, a 20-year-old woman with hip and leg bruises. Police recorded Following Too Closely.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Drivers in a sedan and several SUVs were traveling east when they collided. Two passengers were injured. A 55-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 20-year-old woman had bruises to her hip and leg. According to the police report, the crash involved vehicles going straight and traveling east. The report lists Following Too Closely and Other Vehicular as contributing factors. Police recorded Following Too Closely by drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed in the report.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
20
SUV Merges Into Moped, Two Injured on Shore Parkway▸Jul 20 - SUV merged, struck moped. Two riders hurt. Child and young man partially ejected. Police cite passing too closely and failure to yield. Metal and flesh met hard on Shore Parkway.
A station wagon/SUV merged into a moped on Shore Parkway near Ford Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two people on the moped—a 22-year-old driver and a 10-year-old passenger—were injured, both partially ejected. The child suffered abrasions to his leg; the driver had a fracture and dislocation. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The crash underscores the danger when larger vehicles fail to give space and yield to smaller, more vulnerable road users.
Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan overturned on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old driver was ejected and killed. Three male passengers were injured; one passenger was also ejected. Police recorded unsafe speed and driver inattention.
A driver in a sedan was traveling west on the Belt Parkway when the vehicle overturned. The 22-year-old driver was ejected and killed. Three male passengers were injured; police said one passenger was also ejected. According to the police report, the crash killed the 22-year-old driver and injured three male passengers, ages 18, 20, and 22. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The report notes that some occupants wore no safety equipment, mentioned after the cited driver errors. The car was registered in New Jersey and suffered an overturn.
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Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes▸Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
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Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes,
amny,
Published 2025-08-05
4
Motorcycle Rider Hits Stopped SUV on Belt Parkway▸Aug 4 - A motorcycle rider struck the left rear of a stopped SUV on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old rider suffered abrasions to his entire body. Three others were involved and were not seriously hurt.
According to the police report, the driver of a motorcycle was changing lanes on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn when he struck the left rear bumper of a stopped SUV. The 22-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured and suffered abrasions to his entire body. Three other people—the SUV driver, a 15-year-old passenger, and another registrant—were involved and were not seriously hurt. The SUV had been stopped in traffic; the motorcycle struck its center front end against the SUV’s left rear. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Police did not cite specific driver errors such as speeding or failure to yield.
4
Two drivers collide on Ocean Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 4 - Drivers of a van and a sedan collided southbound on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R. Three hurt: the 32-year-old driver, leg; two passengers, back and head. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a van and a driver in a sedan collided while heading south on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R in Brooklyn. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered leg injuries. Two passengers were also hurt: a 34-year-old man with back pain and a 35-year-old woman with head trauma. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight. Police listed no other contributing factors. Damage was recorded to the left side of the van and the right front of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
2
Speeding Motorcycle Hits 7-Year-Old Boy▸Aug 2 - The driver of a motorcycle hit a 7-year-old boy at an intersection on Oriental Blvd in Brooklyn. The child suffered shoulder and upper-arm injuries and was in shock. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed by the driver.
The driver of a motorcycle traveling east on Oriental Blvd struck a seven-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child suffered injuries to the shoulder and upper arm and was listed in shock with a complaint of pain. According to the police report, the crash involved "Unsafe Speed" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact, per the report. The report lists no contributing factors for the pedestrian.
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Driver Turning Fast Injures Two on Girard▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV turned right on Girard Street at unsafe speed. The hit landed on the center front. Two women suffered chest injuries and bruises. Police recorded unsafe speed.
Two women were hurt when a driver in a 2021 Subaru SUV crashed near 186 Girard Street in Brooklyn. The driver was making a right turn. The impact hit the center front. A 72-year-old front passenger suffered chest injuries and bruises. The 35-year-old driver suffered chest injuries and bruises. According to the police report, the driver was making a right turn and the report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Lane Change Hits Taxi on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - A sedan changing lanes hit a taxi on Belt Parkway. Two drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing'.
Two drivers were injured when a sedan changing lanes struck a taxi on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver of the sedan was changing lanes and struck the left rear quarter panel of the taxi, which was traveling east going straight ahead. The taxi driver, a 42‑year‑old man, and the sedan driver, a 32‑year‑old woman, both suffered neck injuries, reported whiplash and shock, and were not ejected. Both occupants wore lap belts. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage; no pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Two E‑Bike Riders▸Jul 26 - A driver in an SUV turned right into an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Ave. Both riders were ejected and treated for abrasions. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
A driver in an SUV made a right turn and hit an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Avenue at Avenue V. Both e‑bike riders, ages 35 and 40, were ejected and injured. One reported abrasions to the knee, lower leg and foot; the other reported abrasions to the elbow, lower arm and hand. The SUV's right front bumper struck the e‑bike's center back end, according to vehicle damage reports. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
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Multi-Vehicle Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 25 - Drivers in a sedan and SUVs crashed eastbound on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers hurt: a 55-year-old man with a head injury, a 20-year-old woman with hip and leg bruises. Police recorded Following Too Closely.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Drivers in a sedan and several SUVs were traveling east when they collided. Two passengers were injured. A 55-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 20-year-old woman had bruises to her hip and leg. According to the police report, the crash involved vehicles going straight and traveling east. The report lists Following Too Closely and Other Vehicular as contributing factors. Police recorded Following Too Closely by drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed in the report.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
20
SUV Merges Into Moped, Two Injured on Shore Parkway▸Jul 20 - SUV merged, struck moped. Two riders hurt. Child and young man partially ejected. Police cite passing too closely and failure to yield. Metal and flesh met hard on Shore Parkway.
A station wagon/SUV merged into a moped on Shore Parkway near Ford Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two people on the moped—a 22-year-old driver and a 10-year-old passenger—were injured, both partially ejected. The child suffered abrasions to his leg; the driver had a fracture and dislocation. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The crash underscores the danger when larger vehicles fail to give space and yield to smaller, more vulnerable road users.
Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
- Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes, amny, Published 2025-08-05
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Motorcycle Rider Hits Stopped SUV on Belt Parkway▸Aug 4 - A motorcycle rider struck the left rear of a stopped SUV on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old rider suffered abrasions to his entire body. Three others were involved and were not seriously hurt.
According to the police report, the driver of a motorcycle was changing lanes on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn when he struck the left rear bumper of a stopped SUV. The 22-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured and suffered abrasions to his entire body. Three other people—the SUV driver, a 15-year-old passenger, and another registrant—were involved and were not seriously hurt. The SUV had been stopped in traffic; the motorcycle struck its center front end against the SUV’s left rear. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Police did not cite specific driver errors such as speeding or failure to yield.
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Two drivers collide on Ocean Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 4 - Drivers of a van and a sedan collided southbound on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R. Three hurt: the 32-year-old driver, leg; two passengers, back and head. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a van and a driver in a sedan collided while heading south on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R in Brooklyn. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered leg injuries. Two passengers were also hurt: a 34-year-old man with back pain and a 35-year-old woman with head trauma. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight. Police listed no other contributing factors. Damage was recorded to the left side of the van and the right front of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
2
Speeding Motorcycle Hits 7-Year-Old Boy▸Aug 2 - The driver of a motorcycle hit a 7-year-old boy at an intersection on Oriental Blvd in Brooklyn. The child suffered shoulder and upper-arm injuries and was in shock. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed by the driver.
The driver of a motorcycle traveling east on Oriental Blvd struck a seven-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child suffered injuries to the shoulder and upper arm and was listed in shock with a complaint of pain. According to the police report, the crash involved "Unsafe Speed" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact, per the report. The report lists no contributing factors for the pedestrian.
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Driver Turning Fast Injures Two on Girard▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV turned right on Girard Street at unsafe speed. The hit landed on the center front. Two women suffered chest injuries and bruises. Police recorded unsafe speed.
Two women were hurt when a driver in a 2021 Subaru SUV crashed near 186 Girard Street in Brooklyn. The driver was making a right turn. The impact hit the center front. A 72-year-old front passenger suffered chest injuries and bruises. The 35-year-old driver suffered chest injuries and bruises. According to the police report, the driver was making a right turn and the report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Lane Change Hits Taxi on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - A sedan changing lanes hit a taxi on Belt Parkway. Two drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing'.
Two drivers were injured when a sedan changing lanes struck a taxi on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver of the sedan was changing lanes and struck the left rear quarter panel of the taxi, which was traveling east going straight ahead. The taxi driver, a 42‑year‑old man, and the sedan driver, a 32‑year‑old woman, both suffered neck injuries, reported whiplash and shock, and were not ejected. Both occupants wore lap belts. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage; no pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Two E‑Bike Riders▸Jul 26 - A driver in an SUV turned right into an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Ave. Both riders were ejected and treated for abrasions. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
A driver in an SUV made a right turn and hit an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Avenue at Avenue V. Both e‑bike riders, ages 35 and 40, were ejected and injured. One reported abrasions to the knee, lower leg and foot; the other reported abrasions to the elbow, lower arm and hand. The SUV's right front bumper struck the e‑bike's center back end, according to vehicle damage reports. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
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Multi-Vehicle Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 25 - Drivers in a sedan and SUVs crashed eastbound on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers hurt: a 55-year-old man with a head injury, a 20-year-old woman with hip and leg bruises. Police recorded Following Too Closely.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Drivers in a sedan and several SUVs were traveling east when they collided. Two passengers were injured. A 55-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 20-year-old woman had bruises to her hip and leg. According to the police report, the crash involved vehicles going straight and traveling east. The report lists Following Too Closely and Other Vehicular as contributing factors. Police recorded Following Too Closely by drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed in the report.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
20
SUV Merges Into Moped, Two Injured on Shore Parkway▸Jul 20 - SUV merged, struck moped. Two riders hurt. Child and young man partially ejected. Police cite passing too closely and failure to yield. Metal and flesh met hard on Shore Parkway.
A station wagon/SUV merged into a moped on Shore Parkway near Ford Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two people on the moped—a 22-year-old driver and a 10-year-old passenger—were injured, both partially ejected. The child suffered abrasions to his leg; the driver had a fracture and dislocation. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The crash underscores the danger when larger vehicles fail to give space and yield to smaller, more vulnerable road users.
Aug 4 - A motorcycle rider struck the left rear of a stopped SUV on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old rider suffered abrasions to his entire body. Three others were involved and were not seriously hurt.
According to the police report, the driver of a motorcycle was changing lanes on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn when he struck the left rear bumper of a stopped SUV. The 22-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured and suffered abrasions to his entire body. Three other people—the SUV driver, a 15-year-old passenger, and another registrant—were involved and were not seriously hurt. The SUV had been stopped in traffic; the motorcycle struck its center front end against the SUV’s left rear. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Police did not cite specific driver errors such as speeding or failure to yield.
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Two drivers collide on Ocean Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 4 - Drivers of a van and a sedan collided southbound on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R. Three hurt: the 32-year-old driver, leg; two passengers, back and head. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a van and a driver in a sedan collided while heading south on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R in Brooklyn. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered leg injuries. Two passengers were also hurt: a 34-year-old man with back pain and a 35-year-old woman with head trauma. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight. Police listed no other contributing factors. Damage was recorded to the left side of the van and the right front of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
2
Speeding Motorcycle Hits 7-Year-Old Boy▸Aug 2 - The driver of a motorcycle hit a 7-year-old boy at an intersection on Oriental Blvd in Brooklyn. The child suffered shoulder and upper-arm injuries and was in shock. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed by the driver.
The driver of a motorcycle traveling east on Oriental Blvd struck a seven-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child suffered injuries to the shoulder and upper arm and was listed in shock with a complaint of pain. According to the police report, the crash involved "Unsafe Speed" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact, per the report. The report lists no contributing factors for the pedestrian.
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Driver Turning Fast Injures Two on Girard▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV turned right on Girard Street at unsafe speed. The hit landed on the center front. Two women suffered chest injuries and bruises. Police recorded unsafe speed.
Two women were hurt when a driver in a 2021 Subaru SUV crashed near 186 Girard Street in Brooklyn. The driver was making a right turn. The impact hit the center front. A 72-year-old front passenger suffered chest injuries and bruises. The 35-year-old driver suffered chest injuries and bruises. According to the police report, the driver was making a right turn and the report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Lane Change Hits Taxi on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - A sedan changing lanes hit a taxi on Belt Parkway. Two drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing'.
Two drivers were injured when a sedan changing lanes struck a taxi on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver of the sedan was changing lanes and struck the left rear quarter panel of the taxi, which was traveling east going straight ahead. The taxi driver, a 42‑year‑old man, and the sedan driver, a 32‑year‑old woman, both suffered neck injuries, reported whiplash and shock, and were not ejected. Both occupants wore lap belts. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage; no pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
26
SUV Right Turn Hits Two E‑Bike Riders▸Jul 26 - A driver in an SUV turned right into an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Ave. Both riders were ejected and treated for abrasions. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
A driver in an SUV made a right turn and hit an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Avenue at Avenue V. Both e‑bike riders, ages 35 and 40, were ejected and injured. One reported abrasions to the knee, lower leg and foot; the other reported abrasions to the elbow, lower arm and hand. The SUV's right front bumper struck the e‑bike's center back end, according to vehicle damage reports. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
25
Multi-Vehicle Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 25 - Drivers in a sedan and SUVs crashed eastbound on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers hurt: a 55-year-old man with a head injury, a 20-year-old woman with hip and leg bruises. Police recorded Following Too Closely.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Drivers in a sedan and several SUVs were traveling east when they collided. Two passengers were injured. A 55-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 20-year-old woman had bruises to her hip and leg. According to the police report, the crash involved vehicles going straight and traveling east. The report lists Following Too Closely and Other Vehicular as contributing factors. Police recorded Following Too Closely by drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed in the report.
25
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
20
SUV Merges Into Moped, Two Injured on Shore Parkway▸Jul 20 - SUV merged, struck moped. Two riders hurt. Child and young man partially ejected. Police cite passing too closely and failure to yield. Metal and flesh met hard on Shore Parkway.
A station wagon/SUV merged into a moped on Shore Parkway near Ford Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two people on the moped—a 22-year-old driver and a 10-year-old passenger—were injured, both partially ejected. The child suffered abrasions to his leg; the driver had a fracture and dislocation. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The crash underscores the danger when larger vehicles fail to give space and yield to smaller, more vulnerable road users.
Aug 4 - Drivers of a van and a sedan collided southbound on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R. Three hurt: the 32-year-old driver, leg; two passengers, back and head. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a van and a driver in a sedan collided while heading south on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R in Brooklyn. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered leg injuries. Two passengers were also hurt: a 34-year-old man with back pain and a 35-year-old woman with head trauma. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight. Police listed no other contributing factors. Damage was recorded to the left side of the van and the right front of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
3
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
2
Speeding Motorcycle Hits 7-Year-Old Boy▸Aug 2 - The driver of a motorcycle hit a 7-year-old boy at an intersection on Oriental Blvd in Brooklyn. The child suffered shoulder and upper-arm injuries and was in shock. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed by the driver.
The driver of a motorcycle traveling east on Oriental Blvd struck a seven-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child suffered injuries to the shoulder and upper arm and was listed in shock with a complaint of pain. According to the police report, the crash involved "Unsafe Speed" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact, per the report. The report lists no contributing factors for the pedestrian.
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Driver Turning Fast Injures Two on Girard▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV turned right on Girard Street at unsafe speed. The hit landed on the center front. Two women suffered chest injuries and bruises. Police recorded unsafe speed.
Two women were hurt when a driver in a 2021 Subaru SUV crashed near 186 Girard Street in Brooklyn. The driver was making a right turn. The impact hit the center front. A 72-year-old front passenger suffered chest injuries and bruises. The 35-year-old driver suffered chest injuries and bruises. According to the police report, the driver was making a right turn and the report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Lane Change Hits Taxi on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - A sedan changing lanes hit a taxi on Belt Parkway. Two drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing'.
Two drivers were injured when a sedan changing lanes struck a taxi on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver of the sedan was changing lanes and struck the left rear quarter panel of the taxi, which was traveling east going straight ahead. The taxi driver, a 42‑year‑old man, and the sedan driver, a 32‑year‑old woman, both suffered neck injuries, reported whiplash and shock, and were not ejected. Both occupants wore lap belts. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage; no pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
26
SUV Right Turn Hits Two E‑Bike Riders▸Jul 26 - A driver in an SUV turned right into an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Ave. Both riders were ejected and treated for abrasions. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
A driver in an SUV made a right turn and hit an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Avenue at Avenue V. Both e‑bike riders, ages 35 and 40, were ejected and injured. One reported abrasions to the knee, lower leg and foot; the other reported abrasions to the elbow, lower arm and hand. The SUV's right front bumper struck the e‑bike's center back end, according to vehicle damage reports. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
25
Multi-Vehicle Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 25 - Drivers in a sedan and SUVs crashed eastbound on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers hurt: a 55-year-old man with a head injury, a 20-year-old woman with hip and leg bruises. Police recorded Following Too Closely.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Drivers in a sedan and several SUVs were traveling east when they collided. Two passengers were injured. A 55-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 20-year-old woman had bruises to her hip and leg. According to the police report, the crash involved vehicles going straight and traveling east. The report lists Following Too Closely and Other Vehicular as contributing factors. Police recorded Following Too Closely by drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed in the report.
25
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
-
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
20
SUV Merges Into Moped, Two Injured on Shore Parkway▸Jul 20 - SUV merged, struck moped. Two riders hurt. Child and young man partially ejected. Police cite passing too closely and failure to yield. Metal and flesh met hard on Shore Parkway.
A station wagon/SUV merged into a moped on Shore Parkway near Ford Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two people on the moped—a 22-year-old driver and a 10-year-old passenger—were injured, both partially ejected. The child suffered abrasions to his leg; the driver had a fracture and dislocation. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The crash underscores the danger when larger vehicles fail to give space and yield to smaller, more vulnerable road users.
Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
- Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-03
2
Speeding Motorcycle Hits 7-Year-Old Boy▸Aug 2 - The driver of a motorcycle hit a 7-year-old boy at an intersection on Oriental Blvd in Brooklyn. The child suffered shoulder and upper-arm injuries and was in shock. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed by the driver.
The driver of a motorcycle traveling east on Oriental Blvd struck a seven-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child suffered injuries to the shoulder and upper arm and was listed in shock with a complaint of pain. According to the police report, the crash involved "Unsafe Speed" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact, per the report. The report lists no contributing factors for the pedestrian.
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Driver Turning Fast Injures Two on Girard▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV turned right on Girard Street at unsafe speed. The hit landed on the center front. Two women suffered chest injuries and bruises. Police recorded unsafe speed.
Two women were hurt when a driver in a 2021 Subaru SUV crashed near 186 Girard Street in Brooklyn. The driver was making a right turn. The impact hit the center front. A 72-year-old front passenger suffered chest injuries and bruises. The 35-year-old driver suffered chest injuries and bruises. According to the police report, the driver was making a right turn and the report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Lane Change Hits Taxi on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - A sedan changing lanes hit a taxi on Belt Parkway. Two drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing'.
Two drivers were injured when a sedan changing lanes struck a taxi on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver of the sedan was changing lanes and struck the left rear quarter panel of the taxi, which was traveling east going straight ahead. The taxi driver, a 42‑year‑old man, and the sedan driver, a 32‑year‑old woman, both suffered neck injuries, reported whiplash and shock, and were not ejected. Both occupants wore lap belts. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage; no pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Two E‑Bike Riders▸Jul 26 - A driver in an SUV turned right into an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Ave. Both riders were ejected and treated for abrasions. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
A driver in an SUV made a right turn and hit an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Avenue at Avenue V. Both e‑bike riders, ages 35 and 40, were ejected and injured. One reported abrasions to the knee, lower leg and foot; the other reported abrasions to the elbow, lower arm and hand. The SUV's right front bumper struck the e‑bike's center back end, according to vehicle damage reports. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
25
Multi-Vehicle Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 25 - Drivers in a sedan and SUVs crashed eastbound on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers hurt: a 55-year-old man with a head injury, a 20-year-old woman with hip and leg bruises. Police recorded Following Too Closely.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Drivers in a sedan and several SUVs were traveling east when they collided. Two passengers were injured. A 55-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 20-year-old woman had bruises to her hip and leg. According to the police report, the crash involved vehicles going straight and traveling east. The report lists Following Too Closely and Other Vehicular as contributing factors. Police recorded Following Too Closely by drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed in the report.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
20
SUV Merges Into Moped, Two Injured on Shore Parkway▸Jul 20 - SUV merged, struck moped. Two riders hurt. Child and young man partially ejected. Police cite passing too closely and failure to yield. Metal and flesh met hard on Shore Parkway.
A station wagon/SUV merged into a moped on Shore Parkway near Ford Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two people on the moped—a 22-year-old driver and a 10-year-old passenger—were injured, both partially ejected. The child suffered abrasions to his leg; the driver had a fracture and dislocation. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The crash underscores the danger when larger vehicles fail to give space and yield to smaller, more vulnerable road users.
Aug 2 - The driver of a motorcycle hit a 7-year-old boy at an intersection on Oriental Blvd in Brooklyn. The child suffered shoulder and upper-arm injuries and was in shock. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed by the driver.
The driver of a motorcycle traveling east on Oriental Blvd struck a seven-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child suffered injuries to the shoulder and upper arm and was listed in shock with a complaint of pain. According to the police report, the crash involved "Unsafe Speed" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact, per the report. The report lists no contributing factors for the pedestrian.
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Driver Turning Fast Injures Two on Girard▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV turned right on Girard Street at unsafe speed. The hit landed on the center front. Two women suffered chest injuries and bruises. Police recorded unsafe speed.
Two women were hurt when a driver in a 2021 Subaru SUV crashed near 186 Girard Street in Brooklyn. The driver was making a right turn. The impact hit the center front. A 72-year-old front passenger suffered chest injuries and bruises. The 35-year-old driver suffered chest injuries and bruises. According to the police report, the driver was making a right turn and the report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Lane Change Hits Taxi on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - A sedan changing lanes hit a taxi on Belt Parkway. Two drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing'.
Two drivers were injured when a sedan changing lanes struck a taxi on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver of the sedan was changing lanes and struck the left rear quarter panel of the taxi, which was traveling east going straight ahead. The taxi driver, a 42‑year‑old man, and the sedan driver, a 32‑year‑old woman, both suffered neck injuries, reported whiplash and shock, and were not ejected. Both occupants wore lap belts. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage; no pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Two E‑Bike Riders▸Jul 26 - A driver in an SUV turned right into an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Ave. Both riders were ejected and treated for abrasions. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
A driver in an SUV made a right turn and hit an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Avenue at Avenue V. Both e‑bike riders, ages 35 and 40, were ejected and injured. One reported abrasions to the knee, lower leg and foot; the other reported abrasions to the elbow, lower arm and hand. The SUV's right front bumper struck the e‑bike's center back end, according to vehicle damage reports. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
25
Multi-Vehicle Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 25 - Drivers in a sedan and SUVs crashed eastbound on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers hurt: a 55-year-old man with a head injury, a 20-year-old woman with hip and leg bruises. Police recorded Following Too Closely.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Drivers in a sedan and several SUVs were traveling east when they collided. Two passengers were injured. A 55-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 20-year-old woman had bruises to her hip and leg. According to the police report, the crash involved vehicles going straight and traveling east. The report lists Following Too Closely and Other Vehicular as contributing factors. Police recorded Following Too Closely by drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed in the report.
25
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
20
SUV Merges Into Moped, Two Injured on Shore Parkway▸Jul 20 - SUV merged, struck moped. Two riders hurt. Child and young man partially ejected. Police cite passing too closely and failure to yield. Metal and flesh met hard on Shore Parkway.
A station wagon/SUV merged into a moped on Shore Parkway near Ford Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two people on the moped—a 22-year-old driver and a 10-year-old passenger—were injured, both partially ejected. The child suffered abrasions to his leg; the driver had a fracture and dislocation. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The crash underscores the danger when larger vehicles fail to give space and yield to smaller, more vulnerable road users.
Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV turned right on Girard Street at unsafe speed. The hit landed on the center front. Two women suffered chest injuries and bruises. Police recorded unsafe speed.
Two women were hurt when a driver in a 2021 Subaru SUV crashed near 186 Girard Street in Brooklyn. The driver was making a right turn. The impact hit the center front. A 72-year-old front passenger suffered chest injuries and bruises. The 35-year-old driver suffered chest injuries and bruises. According to the police report, the driver was making a right turn and the report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Lane Change Hits Taxi on Belt Parkway▸Jul 27 - A sedan changing lanes hit a taxi on Belt Parkway. Two drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing'.
Two drivers were injured when a sedan changing lanes struck a taxi on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver of the sedan was changing lanes and struck the left rear quarter panel of the taxi, which was traveling east going straight ahead. The taxi driver, a 42‑year‑old man, and the sedan driver, a 32‑year‑old woman, both suffered neck injuries, reported whiplash and shock, and were not ejected. Both occupants wore lap belts. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage; no pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
26
SUV Right Turn Hits Two E‑Bike Riders▸Jul 26 - A driver in an SUV turned right into an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Ave. Both riders were ejected and treated for abrasions. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
A driver in an SUV made a right turn and hit an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Avenue at Avenue V. Both e‑bike riders, ages 35 and 40, were ejected and injured. One reported abrasions to the knee, lower leg and foot; the other reported abrasions to the elbow, lower arm and hand. The SUV's right front bumper struck the e‑bike's center back end, according to vehicle damage reports. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
25
Multi-Vehicle Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 25 - Drivers in a sedan and SUVs crashed eastbound on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers hurt: a 55-year-old man with a head injury, a 20-year-old woman with hip and leg bruises. Police recorded Following Too Closely.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Drivers in a sedan and several SUVs were traveling east when they collided. Two passengers were injured. A 55-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 20-year-old woman had bruises to her hip and leg. According to the police report, the crash involved vehicles going straight and traveling east. The report lists Following Too Closely and Other Vehicular as contributing factors. Police recorded Following Too Closely by drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed in the report.
25
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
20
SUV Merges Into Moped, Two Injured on Shore Parkway▸Jul 20 - SUV merged, struck moped. Two riders hurt. Child and young man partially ejected. Police cite passing too closely and failure to yield. Metal and flesh met hard on Shore Parkway.
A station wagon/SUV merged into a moped on Shore Parkway near Ford Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two people on the moped—a 22-year-old driver and a 10-year-old passenger—were injured, both partially ejected. The child suffered abrasions to his leg; the driver had a fracture and dislocation. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The crash underscores the danger when larger vehicles fail to give space and yield to smaller, more vulnerable road users.
Jul 27 - A sedan changing lanes hit a taxi on Belt Parkway. Two drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing'.
Two drivers were injured when a sedan changing lanes struck a taxi on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver of the sedan was changing lanes and struck the left rear quarter panel of the taxi, which was traveling east going straight ahead. The taxi driver, a 42‑year‑old man, and the sedan driver, a 32‑year‑old woman, both suffered neck injuries, reported whiplash and shock, and were not ejected. Both occupants wore lap belts. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage; no pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
26
SUV Right Turn Hits Two E‑Bike Riders▸Jul 26 - A driver in an SUV turned right into an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Ave. Both riders were ejected and treated for abrasions. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
A driver in an SUV made a right turn and hit an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Avenue at Avenue V. Both e‑bike riders, ages 35 and 40, were ejected and injured. One reported abrasions to the knee, lower leg and foot; the other reported abrasions to the elbow, lower arm and hand. The SUV's right front bumper struck the e‑bike's center back end, according to vehicle damage reports. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
25
Multi-Vehicle Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 25 - Drivers in a sedan and SUVs crashed eastbound on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers hurt: a 55-year-old man with a head injury, a 20-year-old woman with hip and leg bruises. Police recorded Following Too Closely.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Drivers in a sedan and several SUVs were traveling east when they collided. Two passengers were injured. A 55-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 20-year-old woman had bruises to her hip and leg. According to the police report, the crash involved vehicles going straight and traveling east. The report lists Following Too Closely and Other Vehicular as contributing factors. Police recorded Following Too Closely by drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed in the report.
25
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
-
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
20
SUV Merges Into Moped, Two Injured on Shore Parkway▸Jul 20 - SUV merged, struck moped. Two riders hurt. Child and young man partially ejected. Police cite passing too closely and failure to yield. Metal and flesh met hard on Shore Parkway.
A station wagon/SUV merged into a moped on Shore Parkway near Ford Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two people on the moped—a 22-year-old driver and a 10-year-old passenger—were injured, both partially ejected. The child suffered abrasions to his leg; the driver had a fracture and dislocation. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The crash underscores the danger when larger vehicles fail to give space and yield to smaller, more vulnerable road users.
Jul 26 - A driver in an SUV turned right into an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Ave. Both riders were ejected and treated for abrasions. Police listed Driver Inattention/Distraction and Passing or Lane Usage Improper.
A driver in an SUV made a right turn and hit an e‑bike carrying two men on Coney Island Avenue at Avenue V. Both e‑bike riders, ages 35 and 40, were ejected and injured. One reported abrasions to the knee, lower leg and foot; the other reported abrasions to the elbow, lower arm and hand. The SUV's right front bumper struck the e‑bike's center back end, according to vehicle damage reports. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
25
Multi-Vehicle Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 25 - Drivers in a sedan and SUVs crashed eastbound on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers hurt: a 55-year-old man with a head injury, a 20-year-old woman with hip and leg bruises. Police recorded Following Too Closely.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Drivers in a sedan and several SUVs were traveling east when they collided. Two passengers were injured. A 55-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 20-year-old woman had bruises to her hip and leg. According to the police report, the crash involved vehicles going straight and traveling east. The report lists Following Too Closely and Other Vehicular as contributing factors. Police recorded Following Too Closely by drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed in the report.
25
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
-
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
20
SUV Merges Into Moped, Two Injured on Shore Parkway▸Jul 20 - SUV merged, struck moped. Two riders hurt. Child and young man partially ejected. Police cite passing too closely and failure to yield. Metal and flesh met hard on Shore Parkway.
A station wagon/SUV merged into a moped on Shore Parkway near Ford Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two people on the moped—a 22-year-old driver and a 10-year-old passenger—were injured, both partially ejected. The child suffered abrasions to his leg; the driver had a fracture and dislocation. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The crash underscores the danger when larger vehicles fail to give space and yield to smaller, more vulnerable road users.
Jul 25 - Drivers in a sedan and SUVs crashed eastbound on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Two passengers hurt: a 55-year-old man with a head injury, a 20-year-old woman with hip and leg bruises. Police recorded Following Too Closely.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Drivers in a sedan and several SUVs were traveling east when they collided. Two passengers were injured. A 55-year-old man suffered a head injury. A 20-year-old woman had bruises to her hip and leg. According to the police report, the crash involved vehicles going straight and traveling east. The report lists Following Too Closely and Other Vehicular as contributing factors. Police recorded Following Too Closely by drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed in the report.
25
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
-
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
20
SUV Merges Into Moped, Two Injured on Shore Parkway▸Jul 20 - SUV merged, struck moped. Two riders hurt. Child and young man partially ejected. Police cite passing too closely and failure to yield. Metal and flesh met hard on Shore Parkway.
A station wagon/SUV merged into a moped on Shore Parkway near Ford Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two people on the moped—a 22-year-old driver and a 10-year-old passenger—were injured, both partially ejected. The child suffered abrasions to his leg; the driver had a fracture and dislocation. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The crash underscores the danger when larger vehicles fail to give space and yield to smaller, more vulnerable road users.
Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
- Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-25
24
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
20
SUV Merges Into Moped, Two Injured on Shore Parkway▸Jul 20 - SUV merged, struck moped. Two riders hurt. Child and young man partially ejected. Police cite passing too closely and failure to yield. Metal and flesh met hard on Shore Parkway.
A station wagon/SUV merged into a moped on Shore Parkway near Ford Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two people on the moped—a 22-year-old driver and a 10-year-old passenger—were injured, both partially ejected. The child suffered abrasions to his leg; the driver had a fracture and dislocation. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The crash underscores the danger when larger vehicles fail to give space and yield to smaller, more vulnerable road users.
Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
- Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-24
20
SUV Merges Into Moped, Two Injured on Shore Parkway▸Jul 20 - SUV merged, struck moped. Two riders hurt. Child and young man partially ejected. Police cite passing too closely and failure to yield. Metal and flesh met hard on Shore Parkway.
A station wagon/SUV merged into a moped on Shore Parkway near Ford Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two people on the moped—a 22-year-old driver and a 10-year-old passenger—were injured, both partially ejected. The child suffered abrasions to his leg; the driver had a fracture and dislocation. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The crash underscores the danger when larger vehicles fail to give space and yield to smaller, more vulnerable road users.
Jul 20 - SUV merged, struck moped. Two riders hurt. Child and young man partially ejected. Police cite passing too closely and failure to yield. Metal and flesh met hard on Shore Parkway.
A station wagon/SUV merged into a moped on Shore Parkway near Ford Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, two people on the moped—a 22-year-old driver and a 10-year-old passenger—were injured, both partially ejected. The child suffered abrasions to his leg; the driver had a fracture and dislocation. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The crash underscores the danger when larger vehicles fail to give space and yield to smaller, more vulnerable road users.