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 9
▸ Crush Injuries 13
▸ Severe Bleeding 8
▸ Severe Lacerations 13
▸ Concussion 20
▸ Whiplash 88
▸ Contusion/Bruise 118
▸ Abrasion 78
▸ Pain/Nausea 47
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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Hit-and-Run City: The Bodies Pile Up, Leaders Look Away
Brooklyn CB16: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 6, 2025
Blood on the Asphalt
A man tried to cross Broadway and East New York Avenue. A gray Ford hit him and kept going. He died at Brookdale Hospital. The driver did not stop. Police are still looking. It happened on July 3, but it could have been any night. “A hit-and-run driver struck and killed a 36-year-old man crossing a Brooklyn street,” officials said. The street did not forgive him. The car did not wait.
In the last twelve months, three people have died in crashes here. Seven more suffered serious injuries. 548 were hurt. These are not numbers. They are mothers, sons, neighbors. They are gone or broken. The street stays the same.
The Same Streets, The Same Silence
The dead man is not alone. In Brooklyn CB16, the violence is steady. 886 crashes in a year. The pain is spread by cars, trucks, bikes, buses. No one is spared. The city counts the bodies. The drivers keep moving.
Police say, “The driver of the Ford sped off, never stopping, cops said. He remained at large on Saturday.” The search goes on. The families wait for news that does not come.
Leaders: Votes and Vows
Some leaders have moved. Council Member Darlene Mealy voted to legalize jaywalking, ending a law that punished the walker, not the driver. She also co-sponsored bills for better lighting and towing abandoned cars. State Senator Jabari Brisport backed congestion pricing and bike lane enforcement. But the streets do not change fast. The deaths do not wait.
What Comes Next
The crisis is not fate. It is policy. Every crash is a choice made by the city, the state, the people in charge. Call your council member. Call your senator. Demand slower speeds, safer crossings, and real protection for people on foot and bike.
Do not wait for another name on the list. The street will not remember. You must.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Driver Flees After Brownsville Fatal Crash, ABC7, Published 2025-07-04
- Hit-And-Run Drivers Strike Brooklyn, Bronx, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-04
- File Int 0346-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-09-26
- Hochul’s Bid to Stop Congestion Pricing Might Be Illegal, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-06-10
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-05-20
Other Representatives
District 55
400 Rockaway Ave. 2nd Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11212
Room 713, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 41
400 Rockaway Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11212
718-953-3097
250 Broadway, Suite 1856, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7387
District 25
906 Broadway 2nd Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Room 805, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Brooklyn CB16 Brooklyn Community Board 16 sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 73, District 41, AD 55, SD 25.
It contains Ocean Hill, Brownsville.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Brooklyn Community Board 16
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Sedan strikes teen cyclist on Ralph▸Aug 6 - A northbound sedan hit a 14-year-old on a bike at Ralph and Atlantic. The car’s front end crushed the bike’s rear. The boy went down hard. Leg fractured. Conscious but hurt. Driver distraction marked the scene.
A northbound sedan struck a bicyclist at Ralph Ave and Atlantic Ave in Brooklyn. The 14-year-old cyclist was injured with a leg fracture and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, contributing factors included “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data also flags “Following Too Closely” in relation to the crash. Vehicle records show center front-end damage to the sedan and rear-end damage to the bike, indicating a strike from behind while the cyclist turned. These driver errors put a young rider in the hospital on a busy corridor.
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Left-Turn Collision Kills Motorcyclist on Pitkin▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Pitkin and Strauss and hit a westbound motorcyclist. The rider was ejected and died. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' by the drivers.
On Pitkin Avenue at Strauss Street in Brooklyn at 3:59 a.m., the driver of a sedan making a left turn hit a westbound motorcyclist. The 29-year-old rider was ejected and died. According to the police report, police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' for both drivers. Both drivers were licensed. The motorcycle was registered in New York; the sedan carried New Jersey plates. The report lists travel directions: south for the sedan, west for the motorcycle. No other fatalities are listed.
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Taxi turning hits motorcycle on Parkway▸Aug 2 - A turning taxi cut across Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland. The motorcycle slammed the nose. The rider, 16, was ejected and badly hurt. Teens in the cab were shaken. Speed listed. Steel met flesh. The system failed again.
A taxi making a left from Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland Street struck a westbound motorcycle. The motorcycle hit the taxi’s front and the 16-year-old rider was ejected and injured. Several teen passengers in the cab were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved a “Taxi, Motorcycle” with the factor “Unsafe Speed.” Driver errors include the taxi turning into the rider’s path while making a left and speed listed as a contributing factor. Helmet use or signals are not cited. The impact points and positions show a left-turn conflict that put the motorcycle and its young rider in the crosshairs on a wide Brooklyn arterial.
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Two Drivers, Pedestrian Hurt at Saratoga and Prospect▸Jul 29 - Two drivers crossed paths at Saratoga and Prospect. A 22-year-old woman on foot was hurt at the corner. Two occupants suffered head injuries. Police listed causes as unspecified.
A crash at Saratoga Ave and Prospect Pl in Brooklyn involved two drivers: a westbound SUV and a southbound sedan, both going straight. A 22-year-old woman on foot at the intersection was injured with a leg bruise. A 24-year-old male driver reported head pain, and a 28-year-old front passenger suffered a head contusion. According to the police report, all contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified." No driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Distraction were recorded in the data. The pedestrian was at the intersection and listed as "Not in Roadway." The report does not list helmet or signal use as contributing factors.
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Driver Fails to Yield, Injures 5-Year-Old▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV hit a five-year-old at Bergen Street and Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. The child suffered injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Late afternoon at the intersection.
A five-year-old pedestrian was injured when a driver in a New Jersey-plated SUV hit him at Bergen Street and Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn around 4:26 p.m. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way. Police recorded "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor. The child sustained abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The driver was traveling south and going straight; impact was to the right front bumper, the report notes. The crash occurred in the 73rd Precinct, ZIP 11233.
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Driver Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Jul 28 - A driver in an SUV turned right at Legion Street and Livonia and hit a man in a marked crosswalk. The man suffered arm injuries and bruises. The driver was hurt.
A driver in a 2014 Chrysler SUV hit a 42-year-old man who was crossing in a marked crosswalk at Legion Street and Livonia Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was making a right turn when the right front bumper hit the pedestrian. The man was conscious and suffered injuries to his arm and hand, including a bruise. The 69-year-old male driver was also injured. Police recorded all contributing factors as 'Unspecified' and cited no driver errors in the data. The driver was licensed. No other causes were noted.
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Two Drivers Crash at Newport and Bristol▸Jul 28 - Two drivers collided at Newport and Bristol in Brooklyn. A 59-year-old woman hurt her back. Front ends mangled. Both were going straight. Police named no cause.
Two drivers collided at Newport Street and Bristol Street in Brooklyn. The 59-year-old woman driving a 2013 Honda sedan suffered a back injury. The 20-year-old man driving a 2015 Nissan sedan was listed with unspecified injury status. According to the police report, both drivers were going straight before impact, with damage to the Honda's left front bumper and the Nissan's right front bumper. The report records contributing factors as "Unspecified" for both drivers, and cites no specific driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Walker Appears As 55th District Assemblymember In Lawsuit▸Jul 27 - A drunk teen sped the wrong way on Henry Hudson Parkway. He killed a groom-to-be and his cousin. The fiancée sued the driver, NYPD, city, and club. Systemic failures let a teen drink, drive, and destroy lives.
On July 27, 2025, a fatal crash on the Henry Hudson Parkway left Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin dead. Jimmy Connors, 17, allegedly drank at Nebula club, drove drunk, and fled the scene. Off-duty NYPD officer Boubacar Barry pursued him in his own car. Both vehicles sped the wrong way, ending in tragedy. Shauntea Weaver, Walker's fiancée, filed a lawsuit against Connors, Barry, Nebula, the NYPD, and the city, citing negligence and wrongful death. The suit alleges Dram Shop Act violations and city liability. No council bill or policy change is involved. Safety impact is neutral: this event exposes deadly gaps but does not shift population-level safety for pedestrians or cyclists.
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Drunk teen killed groom-to-be in Harlem wrong-way horror after night out at NYC club, new suit alleges,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
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Driver Runs Signal, Hits Pedestrian on Linden▸Jul 26 - A 21-year-old man crossed at Linden and Rockaway. A driver in a sedan went east and hit him. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver. The man suffered abrasions to his face.
A 21-year-old male pedestrian was injured at Linden Boulevard and Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a driver in a sedan traveling east on Linden hit him at the intersection. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver as the contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his face and was conscious at the scene. No injuries were reported to the vehicle occupant. The report notes the driver was going straight before impact and that the front end made contact.
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Sedan Hits In-Line Skater on Rockaway Ave▸Jul 24 - A sedan passed too close on Rockaway Ave, striking an in-line skater. The skater was ejected and injured. Police cite passing too closely as the cause. The street saw pain and shock. Metal met flesh. System failed.
A sedan struck a 32-year-old in-line skater on Rockaway Ave at Dumont Ave in Brooklyn. The skater was ejected and suffered a back injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing Too Closely.' The driver, an 80-year-old woman, was licensed and wore a lap belt. The skater was riding along the highway against traffic. No other injuries were specified. The report highlights the danger of close passes between cars and vulnerable road users.
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Obstructed View Sedan Hits Pedestrian at Brooklyn Intersection▸Jul 24 - A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing East New York Ave. Obstructed view cited. Pedestrian injured. Driver and passenger unhurt. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan hit a 21-year-old woman as she crossed East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The pedestrian suffered an arm injury and was in shock. The driver and a passenger in the sedan were not injured. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the main contributing factor. No other driver errors were noted. The pedestrian was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and exposed the risks of limited visibility.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
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Multiple Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Jul 20 - Two sedans crashed on Junius Street at Liberty Avenue. Six people hurt. Impact tore through metal. Passengers slammed. No clear cause. Streets left scarred.
Two sedans collided at Junius Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, six occupants were injured, including both drivers and several passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to lower leg trauma. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles were going straight. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. Airbags deployed in at least one car. The crash left both vehicles damaged and several people in pain.
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Sedan Slams SUV on East New York Avenue▸Jul 19 - A sedan crashed into an SUV’s rear on East New York Avenue. One driver injured. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan struck the back of an SUV on East New York Avenue at Howard Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one 18-year-old male driver was injured and appeared incoherent. The SUV’s 56-year-old female driver and a passenger reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling west. The sedan’s front end hit the SUV’s rear, crushing metal and sending shock through the cabin. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
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Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Pitkin Avenue▸Jul 16 - A motorcycle and sedan crashed on Pitkin Avenue. One man suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash between a motorcycle and a sedan on Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old man with a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No other injuries were specified. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 15 - A sedan hit a man crossing Blake Avenue with the signal. The car’s right front bumper struck his leg. Police cite failure to yield. The pedestrian suffered a bruised knee and foot.
A 24-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Blake Avenue at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, traveling north and making a right turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his knee and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
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Driver of Sedan Hits Pedestrian on Atlantic Avenue▸Jul 14 - The driver of a sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. He suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and reported shock. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a sedan struck a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and reported shock and pain. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The driver was a 33-year-old licensed man from New York. The sedan was traveling south, going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end. Police recorded no damage to the vehicle. Emergency responders treated the pedestrian for complaint of pain or nausea.
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Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸Jul 14 - A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Aug 6 - A northbound sedan hit a 14-year-old on a bike at Ralph and Atlantic. The car’s front end crushed the bike’s rear. The boy went down hard. Leg fractured. Conscious but hurt. Driver distraction marked the scene.
A northbound sedan struck a bicyclist at Ralph Ave and Atlantic Ave in Brooklyn. The 14-year-old cyclist was injured with a leg fracture and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, contributing factors included “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data also flags “Following Too Closely” in relation to the crash. Vehicle records show center front-end damage to the sedan and rear-end damage to the bike, indicating a strike from behind while the cyclist turned. These driver errors put a young rider in the hospital on a busy corridor.
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Left-Turn Collision Kills Motorcyclist on Pitkin▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Pitkin and Strauss and hit a westbound motorcyclist. The rider was ejected and died. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' by the drivers.
On Pitkin Avenue at Strauss Street in Brooklyn at 3:59 a.m., the driver of a sedan making a left turn hit a westbound motorcyclist. The 29-year-old rider was ejected and died. According to the police report, police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' for both drivers. Both drivers were licensed. The motorcycle was registered in New York; the sedan carried New Jersey plates. The report lists travel directions: south for the sedan, west for the motorcycle. No other fatalities are listed.
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Taxi turning hits motorcycle on Parkway▸Aug 2 - A turning taxi cut across Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland. The motorcycle slammed the nose. The rider, 16, was ejected and badly hurt. Teens in the cab were shaken. Speed listed. Steel met flesh. The system failed again.
A taxi making a left from Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland Street struck a westbound motorcycle. The motorcycle hit the taxi’s front and the 16-year-old rider was ejected and injured. Several teen passengers in the cab were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved a “Taxi, Motorcycle” with the factor “Unsafe Speed.” Driver errors include the taxi turning into the rider’s path while making a left and speed listed as a contributing factor. Helmet use or signals are not cited. The impact points and positions show a left-turn conflict that put the motorcycle and its young rider in the crosshairs on a wide Brooklyn arterial.
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Two Drivers, Pedestrian Hurt at Saratoga and Prospect▸Jul 29 - Two drivers crossed paths at Saratoga and Prospect. A 22-year-old woman on foot was hurt at the corner. Two occupants suffered head injuries. Police listed causes as unspecified.
A crash at Saratoga Ave and Prospect Pl in Brooklyn involved two drivers: a westbound SUV and a southbound sedan, both going straight. A 22-year-old woman on foot at the intersection was injured with a leg bruise. A 24-year-old male driver reported head pain, and a 28-year-old front passenger suffered a head contusion. According to the police report, all contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified." No driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Distraction were recorded in the data. The pedestrian was at the intersection and listed as "Not in Roadway." The report does not list helmet or signal use as contributing factors.
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Driver Fails to Yield, Injures 5-Year-Old▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV hit a five-year-old at Bergen Street and Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. The child suffered injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Late afternoon at the intersection.
A five-year-old pedestrian was injured when a driver in a New Jersey-plated SUV hit him at Bergen Street and Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn around 4:26 p.m. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way. Police recorded "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor. The child sustained abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The driver was traveling south and going straight; impact was to the right front bumper, the report notes. The crash occurred in the 73rd Precinct, ZIP 11233.
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Driver Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Jul 28 - A driver in an SUV turned right at Legion Street and Livonia and hit a man in a marked crosswalk. The man suffered arm injuries and bruises. The driver was hurt.
A driver in a 2014 Chrysler SUV hit a 42-year-old man who was crossing in a marked crosswalk at Legion Street and Livonia Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was making a right turn when the right front bumper hit the pedestrian. The man was conscious and suffered injuries to his arm and hand, including a bruise. The 69-year-old male driver was also injured. Police recorded all contributing factors as 'Unspecified' and cited no driver errors in the data. The driver was licensed. No other causes were noted.
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Two Drivers Crash at Newport and Bristol▸Jul 28 - Two drivers collided at Newport and Bristol in Brooklyn. A 59-year-old woman hurt her back. Front ends mangled. Both were going straight. Police named no cause.
Two drivers collided at Newport Street and Bristol Street in Brooklyn. The 59-year-old woman driving a 2013 Honda sedan suffered a back injury. The 20-year-old man driving a 2015 Nissan sedan was listed with unspecified injury status. According to the police report, both drivers were going straight before impact, with damage to the Honda's left front bumper and the Nissan's right front bumper. The report records contributing factors as "Unspecified" for both drivers, and cites no specific driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Walker Appears As 55th District Assemblymember In Lawsuit▸Jul 27 - A drunk teen sped the wrong way on Henry Hudson Parkway. He killed a groom-to-be and his cousin. The fiancée sued the driver, NYPD, city, and club. Systemic failures let a teen drink, drive, and destroy lives.
On July 27, 2025, a fatal crash on the Henry Hudson Parkway left Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin dead. Jimmy Connors, 17, allegedly drank at Nebula club, drove drunk, and fled the scene. Off-duty NYPD officer Boubacar Barry pursued him in his own car. Both vehicles sped the wrong way, ending in tragedy. Shauntea Weaver, Walker's fiancée, filed a lawsuit against Connors, Barry, Nebula, the NYPD, and the city, citing negligence and wrongful death. The suit alleges Dram Shop Act violations and city liability. No council bill or policy change is involved. Safety impact is neutral: this event exposes deadly gaps but does not shift population-level safety for pedestrians or cyclists.
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Drunk teen killed groom-to-be in Harlem wrong-way horror after night out at NYC club, new suit alleges,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
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Driver Runs Signal, Hits Pedestrian on Linden▸Jul 26 - A 21-year-old man crossed at Linden and Rockaway. A driver in a sedan went east and hit him. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver. The man suffered abrasions to his face.
A 21-year-old male pedestrian was injured at Linden Boulevard and Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a driver in a sedan traveling east on Linden hit him at the intersection. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver as the contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his face and was conscious at the scene. No injuries were reported to the vehicle occupant. The report notes the driver was going straight before impact and that the front end made contact.
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Sedan Hits In-Line Skater on Rockaway Ave▸Jul 24 - A sedan passed too close on Rockaway Ave, striking an in-line skater. The skater was ejected and injured. Police cite passing too closely as the cause. The street saw pain and shock. Metal met flesh. System failed.
A sedan struck a 32-year-old in-line skater on Rockaway Ave at Dumont Ave in Brooklyn. The skater was ejected and suffered a back injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing Too Closely.' The driver, an 80-year-old woman, was licensed and wore a lap belt. The skater was riding along the highway against traffic. No other injuries were specified. The report highlights the danger of close passes between cars and vulnerable road users.
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Obstructed View Sedan Hits Pedestrian at Brooklyn Intersection▸Jul 24 - A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing East New York Ave. Obstructed view cited. Pedestrian injured. Driver and passenger unhurt. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan hit a 21-year-old woman as she crossed East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The pedestrian suffered an arm injury and was in shock. The driver and a passenger in the sedan were not injured. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the main contributing factor. No other driver errors were noted. The pedestrian was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and exposed the risks of limited visibility.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
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Multiple Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Jul 20 - Two sedans crashed on Junius Street at Liberty Avenue. Six people hurt. Impact tore through metal. Passengers slammed. No clear cause. Streets left scarred.
Two sedans collided at Junius Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, six occupants were injured, including both drivers and several passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to lower leg trauma. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles were going straight. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. Airbags deployed in at least one car. The crash left both vehicles damaged and several people in pain.
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Sedan Slams SUV on East New York Avenue▸Jul 19 - A sedan crashed into an SUV’s rear on East New York Avenue. One driver injured. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan struck the back of an SUV on East New York Avenue at Howard Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one 18-year-old male driver was injured and appeared incoherent. The SUV’s 56-year-old female driver and a passenger reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling west. The sedan’s front end hit the SUV’s rear, crushing metal and sending shock through the cabin. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
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Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Pitkin Avenue▸Jul 16 - A motorcycle and sedan crashed on Pitkin Avenue. One man suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash between a motorcycle and a sedan on Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old man with a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No other injuries were specified. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 15 - A sedan hit a man crossing Blake Avenue with the signal. The car’s right front bumper struck his leg. Police cite failure to yield. The pedestrian suffered a bruised knee and foot.
A 24-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Blake Avenue at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, traveling north and making a right turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his knee and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
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Driver of Sedan Hits Pedestrian on Atlantic Avenue▸Jul 14 - The driver of a sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. He suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and reported shock. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a sedan struck a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and reported shock and pain. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The driver was a 33-year-old licensed man from New York. The sedan was traveling south, going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end. Police recorded no damage to the vehicle. Emergency responders treated the pedestrian for complaint of pain or nausea.
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Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸Jul 14 - A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Pitkin and Strauss and hit a westbound motorcyclist. The rider was ejected and died. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' by the drivers.
On Pitkin Avenue at Strauss Street in Brooklyn at 3:59 a.m., the driver of a sedan making a left turn hit a westbound motorcyclist. The 29-year-old rider was ejected and died. According to the police report, police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' for both drivers. Both drivers were licensed. The motorcycle was registered in New York; the sedan carried New Jersey plates. The report lists travel directions: south for the sedan, west for the motorcycle. No other fatalities are listed.
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Taxi turning hits motorcycle on Parkway▸Aug 2 - A turning taxi cut across Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland. The motorcycle slammed the nose. The rider, 16, was ejected and badly hurt. Teens in the cab were shaken. Speed listed. Steel met flesh. The system failed again.
A taxi making a left from Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland Street struck a westbound motorcycle. The motorcycle hit the taxi’s front and the 16-year-old rider was ejected and injured. Several teen passengers in the cab were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved a “Taxi, Motorcycle” with the factor “Unsafe Speed.” Driver errors include the taxi turning into the rider’s path while making a left and speed listed as a contributing factor. Helmet use or signals are not cited. The impact points and positions show a left-turn conflict that put the motorcycle and its young rider in the crosshairs on a wide Brooklyn arterial.
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Two Drivers, Pedestrian Hurt at Saratoga and Prospect▸Jul 29 - Two drivers crossed paths at Saratoga and Prospect. A 22-year-old woman on foot was hurt at the corner. Two occupants suffered head injuries. Police listed causes as unspecified.
A crash at Saratoga Ave and Prospect Pl in Brooklyn involved two drivers: a westbound SUV and a southbound sedan, both going straight. A 22-year-old woman on foot at the intersection was injured with a leg bruise. A 24-year-old male driver reported head pain, and a 28-year-old front passenger suffered a head contusion. According to the police report, all contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified." No driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Distraction were recorded in the data. The pedestrian was at the intersection and listed as "Not in Roadway." The report does not list helmet or signal use as contributing factors.
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Driver Fails to Yield, Injures 5-Year-Old▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV hit a five-year-old at Bergen Street and Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. The child suffered injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Late afternoon at the intersection.
A five-year-old pedestrian was injured when a driver in a New Jersey-plated SUV hit him at Bergen Street and Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn around 4:26 p.m. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way. Police recorded "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor. The child sustained abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The driver was traveling south and going straight; impact was to the right front bumper, the report notes. The crash occurred in the 73rd Precinct, ZIP 11233.
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Driver Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Jul 28 - A driver in an SUV turned right at Legion Street and Livonia and hit a man in a marked crosswalk. The man suffered arm injuries and bruises. The driver was hurt.
A driver in a 2014 Chrysler SUV hit a 42-year-old man who was crossing in a marked crosswalk at Legion Street and Livonia Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was making a right turn when the right front bumper hit the pedestrian. The man was conscious and suffered injuries to his arm and hand, including a bruise. The 69-year-old male driver was also injured. Police recorded all contributing factors as 'Unspecified' and cited no driver errors in the data. The driver was licensed. No other causes were noted.
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Two Drivers Crash at Newport and Bristol▸Jul 28 - Two drivers collided at Newport and Bristol in Brooklyn. A 59-year-old woman hurt her back. Front ends mangled. Both were going straight. Police named no cause.
Two drivers collided at Newport Street and Bristol Street in Brooklyn. The 59-year-old woman driving a 2013 Honda sedan suffered a back injury. The 20-year-old man driving a 2015 Nissan sedan was listed with unspecified injury status. According to the police report, both drivers were going straight before impact, with damage to the Honda's left front bumper and the Nissan's right front bumper. The report records contributing factors as "Unspecified" for both drivers, and cites no specific driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Walker Appears As 55th District Assemblymember In Lawsuit▸Jul 27 - A drunk teen sped the wrong way on Henry Hudson Parkway. He killed a groom-to-be and his cousin. The fiancée sued the driver, NYPD, city, and club. Systemic failures let a teen drink, drive, and destroy lives.
On July 27, 2025, a fatal crash on the Henry Hudson Parkway left Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin dead. Jimmy Connors, 17, allegedly drank at Nebula club, drove drunk, and fled the scene. Off-duty NYPD officer Boubacar Barry pursued him in his own car. Both vehicles sped the wrong way, ending in tragedy. Shauntea Weaver, Walker's fiancée, filed a lawsuit against Connors, Barry, Nebula, the NYPD, and the city, citing negligence and wrongful death. The suit alleges Dram Shop Act violations and city liability. No council bill or policy change is involved. Safety impact is neutral: this event exposes deadly gaps but does not shift population-level safety for pedestrians or cyclists.
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Drunk teen killed groom-to-be in Harlem wrong-way horror after night out at NYC club, new suit alleges,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
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Driver Runs Signal, Hits Pedestrian on Linden▸Jul 26 - A 21-year-old man crossed at Linden and Rockaway. A driver in a sedan went east and hit him. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver. The man suffered abrasions to his face.
A 21-year-old male pedestrian was injured at Linden Boulevard and Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a driver in a sedan traveling east on Linden hit him at the intersection. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver as the contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his face and was conscious at the scene. No injuries were reported to the vehicle occupant. The report notes the driver was going straight before impact and that the front end made contact.
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Sedan Hits In-Line Skater on Rockaway Ave▸Jul 24 - A sedan passed too close on Rockaway Ave, striking an in-line skater. The skater was ejected and injured. Police cite passing too closely as the cause. The street saw pain and shock. Metal met flesh. System failed.
A sedan struck a 32-year-old in-line skater on Rockaway Ave at Dumont Ave in Brooklyn. The skater was ejected and suffered a back injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing Too Closely.' The driver, an 80-year-old woman, was licensed and wore a lap belt. The skater was riding along the highway against traffic. No other injuries were specified. The report highlights the danger of close passes between cars and vulnerable road users.
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Obstructed View Sedan Hits Pedestrian at Brooklyn Intersection▸Jul 24 - A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing East New York Ave. Obstructed view cited. Pedestrian injured. Driver and passenger unhurt. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan hit a 21-year-old woman as she crossed East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The pedestrian suffered an arm injury and was in shock. The driver and a passenger in the sedan were not injured. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the main contributing factor. No other driver errors were noted. The pedestrian was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and exposed the risks of limited visibility.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
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Multiple Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Jul 20 - Two sedans crashed on Junius Street at Liberty Avenue. Six people hurt. Impact tore through metal. Passengers slammed. No clear cause. Streets left scarred.
Two sedans collided at Junius Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, six occupants were injured, including both drivers and several passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to lower leg trauma. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles were going straight. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. Airbags deployed in at least one car. The crash left both vehicles damaged and several people in pain.
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Sedan Slams SUV on East New York Avenue▸Jul 19 - A sedan crashed into an SUV’s rear on East New York Avenue. One driver injured. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan struck the back of an SUV on East New York Avenue at Howard Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one 18-year-old male driver was injured and appeared incoherent. The SUV’s 56-year-old female driver and a passenger reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling west. The sedan’s front end hit the SUV’s rear, crushing metal and sending shock through the cabin. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
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Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Pitkin Avenue▸Jul 16 - A motorcycle and sedan crashed on Pitkin Avenue. One man suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash between a motorcycle and a sedan on Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old man with a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No other injuries were specified. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 15 - A sedan hit a man crossing Blake Avenue with the signal. The car’s right front bumper struck his leg. Police cite failure to yield. The pedestrian suffered a bruised knee and foot.
A 24-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Blake Avenue at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, traveling north and making a right turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his knee and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
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Driver of Sedan Hits Pedestrian on Atlantic Avenue▸Jul 14 - The driver of a sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. He suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and reported shock. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a sedan struck a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and reported shock and pain. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The driver was a 33-year-old licensed man from New York. The sedan was traveling south, going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end. Police recorded no damage to the vehicle. Emergency responders treated the pedestrian for complaint of pain or nausea.
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Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸Jul 14 - A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Aug 2 - A turning taxi cut across Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland. The motorcycle slammed the nose. The rider, 16, was ejected and badly hurt. Teens in the cab were shaken. Speed listed. Steel met flesh. The system failed again.
A taxi making a left from Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland Street struck a westbound motorcycle. The motorcycle hit the taxi’s front and the 16-year-old rider was ejected and injured. Several teen passengers in the cab were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved a “Taxi, Motorcycle” with the factor “Unsafe Speed.” Driver errors include the taxi turning into the rider’s path while making a left and speed listed as a contributing factor. Helmet use or signals are not cited. The impact points and positions show a left-turn conflict that put the motorcycle and its young rider in the crosshairs on a wide Brooklyn arterial.
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Two Drivers, Pedestrian Hurt at Saratoga and Prospect▸Jul 29 - Two drivers crossed paths at Saratoga and Prospect. A 22-year-old woman on foot was hurt at the corner. Two occupants suffered head injuries. Police listed causes as unspecified.
A crash at Saratoga Ave and Prospect Pl in Brooklyn involved two drivers: a westbound SUV and a southbound sedan, both going straight. A 22-year-old woman on foot at the intersection was injured with a leg bruise. A 24-year-old male driver reported head pain, and a 28-year-old front passenger suffered a head contusion. According to the police report, all contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified." No driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Distraction were recorded in the data. The pedestrian was at the intersection and listed as "Not in Roadway." The report does not list helmet or signal use as contributing factors.
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Driver Fails to Yield, Injures 5-Year-Old▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV hit a five-year-old at Bergen Street and Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. The child suffered injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Late afternoon at the intersection.
A five-year-old pedestrian was injured when a driver in a New Jersey-plated SUV hit him at Bergen Street and Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn around 4:26 p.m. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way. Police recorded "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor. The child sustained abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The driver was traveling south and going straight; impact was to the right front bumper, the report notes. The crash occurred in the 73rd Precinct, ZIP 11233.
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Driver Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Jul 28 - A driver in an SUV turned right at Legion Street and Livonia and hit a man in a marked crosswalk. The man suffered arm injuries and bruises. The driver was hurt.
A driver in a 2014 Chrysler SUV hit a 42-year-old man who was crossing in a marked crosswalk at Legion Street and Livonia Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was making a right turn when the right front bumper hit the pedestrian. The man was conscious and suffered injuries to his arm and hand, including a bruise. The 69-year-old male driver was also injured. Police recorded all contributing factors as 'Unspecified' and cited no driver errors in the data. The driver was licensed. No other causes were noted.
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Two Drivers Crash at Newport and Bristol▸Jul 28 - Two drivers collided at Newport and Bristol in Brooklyn. A 59-year-old woman hurt her back. Front ends mangled. Both were going straight. Police named no cause.
Two drivers collided at Newport Street and Bristol Street in Brooklyn. The 59-year-old woman driving a 2013 Honda sedan suffered a back injury. The 20-year-old man driving a 2015 Nissan sedan was listed with unspecified injury status. According to the police report, both drivers were going straight before impact, with damage to the Honda's left front bumper and the Nissan's right front bumper. The report records contributing factors as "Unspecified" for both drivers, and cites no specific driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Walker Appears As 55th District Assemblymember In Lawsuit▸Jul 27 - A drunk teen sped the wrong way on Henry Hudson Parkway. He killed a groom-to-be and his cousin. The fiancée sued the driver, NYPD, city, and club. Systemic failures let a teen drink, drive, and destroy lives.
On July 27, 2025, a fatal crash on the Henry Hudson Parkway left Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin dead. Jimmy Connors, 17, allegedly drank at Nebula club, drove drunk, and fled the scene. Off-duty NYPD officer Boubacar Barry pursued him in his own car. Both vehicles sped the wrong way, ending in tragedy. Shauntea Weaver, Walker's fiancée, filed a lawsuit against Connors, Barry, Nebula, the NYPD, and the city, citing negligence and wrongful death. The suit alleges Dram Shop Act violations and city liability. No council bill or policy change is involved. Safety impact is neutral: this event exposes deadly gaps but does not shift population-level safety for pedestrians or cyclists.
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Drunk teen killed groom-to-be in Harlem wrong-way horror after night out at NYC club, new suit alleges,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
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Driver Runs Signal, Hits Pedestrian on Linden▸Jul 26 - A 21-year-old man crossed at Linden and Rockaway. A driver in a sedan went east and hit him. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver. The man suffered abrasions to his face.
A 21-year-old male pedestrian was injured at Linden Boulevard and Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a driver in a sedan traveling east on Linden hit him at the intersection. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver as the contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his face and was conscious at the scene. No injuries were reported to the vehicle occupant. The report notes the driver was going straight before impact and that the front end made contact.
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Sedan Hits In-Line Skater on Rockaway Ave▸Jul 24 - A sedan passed too close on Rockaway Ave, striking an in-line skater. The skater was ejected and injured. Police cite passing too closely as the cause. The street saw pain and shock. Metal met flesh. System failed.
A sedan struck a 32-year-old in-line skater on Rockaway Ave at Dumont Ave in Brooklyn. The skater was ejected and suffered a back injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing Too Closely.' The driver, an 80-year-old woman, was licensed and wore a lap belt. The skater was riding along the highway against traffic. No other injuries were specified. The report highlights the danger of close passes between cars and vulnerable road users.
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Obstructed View Sedan Hits Pedestrian at Brooklyn Intersection▸Jul 24 - A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing East New York Ave. Obstructed view cited. Pedestrian injured. Driver and passenger unhurt. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan hit a 21-year-old woman as she crossed East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The pedestrian suffered an arm injury and was in shock. The driver and a passenger in the sedan were not injured. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the main contributing factor. No other driver errors were noted. The pedestrian was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and exposed the risks of limited visibility.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
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Multiple Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Jul 20 - Two sedans crashed on Junius Street at Liberty Avenue. Six people hurt. Impact tore through metal. Passengers slammed. No clear cause. Streets left scarred.
Two sedans collided at Junius Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, six occupants were injured, including both drivers and several passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to lower leg trauma. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles were going straight. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. Airbags deployed in at least one car. The crash left both vehicles damaged and several people in pain.
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Sedan Slams SUV on East New York Avenue▸Jul 19 - A sedan crashed into an SUV’s rear on East New York Avenue. One driver injured. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan struck the back of an SUV on East New York Avenue at Howard Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one 18-year-old male driver was injured and appeared incoherent. The SUV’s 56-year-old female driver and a passenger reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling west. The sedan’s front end hit the SUV’s rear, crushing metal and sending shock through the cabin. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
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Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Pitkin Avenue▸Jul 16 - A motorcycle and sedan crashed on Pitkin Avenue. One man suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash between a motorcycle and a sedan on Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old man with a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No other injuries were specified. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 15 - A sedan hit a man crossing Blake Avenue with the signal. The car’s right front bumper struck his leg. Police cite failure to yield. The pedestrian suffered a bruised knee and foot.
A 24-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Blake Avenue at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, traveling north and making a right turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his knee and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
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Driver of Sedan Hits Pedestrian on Atlantic Avenue▸Jul 14 - The driver of a sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. He suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and reported shock. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a sedan struck a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and reported shock and pain. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The driver was a 33-year-old licensed man from New York. The sedan was traveling south, going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end. Police recorded no damage to the vehicle. Emergency responders treated the pedestrian for complaint of pain or nausea.
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Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸Jul 14 - A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Jul 29 - Two drivers crossed paths at Saratoga and Prospect. A 22-year-old woman on foot was hurt at the corner. Two occupants suffered head injuries. Police listed causes as unspecified.
A crash at Saratoga Ave and Prospect Pl in Brooklyn involved two drivers: a westbound SUV and a southbound sedan, both going straight. A 22-year-old woman on foot at the intersection was injured with a leg bruise. A 24-year-old male driver reported head pain, and a 28-year-old front passenger suffered a head contusion. According to the police report, all contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified." No driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Distraction were recorded in the data. The pedestrian was at the intersection and listed as "Not in Roadway." The report does not list helmet or signal use as contributing factors.
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Driver Fails to Yield, Injures 5-Year-Old▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV hit a five-year-old at Bergen Street and Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. The child suffered injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Late afternoon at the intersection.
A five-year-old pedestrian was injured when a driver in a New Jersey-plated SUV hit him at Bergen Street and Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn around 4:26 p.m. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way. Police recorded "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor. The child sustained abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The driver was traveling south and going straight; impact was to the right front bumper, the report notes. The crash occurred in the 73rd Precinct, ZIP 11233.
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Driver Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Jul 28 - A driver in an SUV turned right at Legion Street and Livonia and hit a man in a marked crosswalk. The man suffered arm injuries and bruises. The driver was hurt.
A driver in a 2014 Chrysler SUV hit a 42-year-old man who was crossing in a marked crosswalk at Legion Street and Livonia Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was making a right turn when the right front bumper hit the pedestrian. The man was conscious and suffered injuries to his arm and hand, including a bruise. The 69-year-old male driver was also injured. Police recorded all contributing factors as 'Unspecified' and cited no driver errors in the data. The driver was licensed. No other causes were noted.
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Two Drivers Crash at Newport and Bristol▸Jul 28 - Two drivers collided at Newport and Bristol in Brooklyn. A 59-year-old woman hurt her back. Front ends mangled. Both were going straight. Police named no cause.
Two drivers collided at Newport Street and Bristol Street in Brooklyn. The 59-year-old woman driving a 2013 Honda sedan suffered a back injury. The 20-year-old man driving a 2015 Nissan sedan was listed with unspecified injury status. According to the police report, both drivers were going straight before impact, with damage to the Honda's left front bumper and the Nissan's right front bumper. The report records contributing factors as "Unspecified" for both drivers, and cites no specific driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Walker Appears As 55th District Assemblymember In Lawsuit▸Jul 27 - A drunk teen sped the wrong way on Henry Hudson Parkway. He killed a groom-to-be and his cousin. The fiancée sued the driver, NYPD, city, and club. Systemic failures let a teen drink, drive, and destroy lives.
On July 27, 2025, a fatal crash on the Henry Hudson Parkway left Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin dead. Jimmy Connors, 17, allegedly drank at Nebula club, drove drunk, and fled the scene. Off-duty NYPD officer Boubacar Barry pursued him in his own car. Both vehicles sped the wrong way, ending in tragedy. Shauntea Weaver, Walker's fiancée, filed a lawsuit against Connors, Barry, Nebula, the NYPD, and the city, citing negligence and wrongful death. The suit alleges Dram Shop Act violations and city liability. No council bill or policy change is involved. Safety impact is neutral: this event exposes deadly gaps but does not shift population-level safety for pedestrians or cyclists.
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Drunk teen killed groom-to-be in Harlem wrong-way horror after night out at NYC club, new suit alleges,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
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Driver Runs Signal, Hits Pedestrian on Linden▸Jul 26 - A 21-year-old man crossed at Linden and Rockaway. A driver in a sedan went east and hit him. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver. The man suffered abrasions to his face.
A 21-year-old male pedestrian was injured at Linden Boulevard and Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a driver in a sedan traveling east on Linden hit him at the intersection. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver as the contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his face and was conscious at the scene. No injuries were reported to the vehicle occupant. The report notes the driver was going straight before impact and that the front end made contact.
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Sedan Hits In-Line Skater on Rockaway Ave▸Jul 24 - A sedan passed too close on Rockaway Ave, striking an in-line skater. The skater was ejected and injured. Police cite passing too closely as the cause. The street saw pain and shock. Metal met flesh. System failed.
A sedan struck a 32-year-old in-line skater on Rockaway Ave at Dumont Ave in Brooklyn. The skater was ejected and suffered a back injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing Too Closely.' The driver, an 80-year-old woman, was licensed and wore a lap belt. The skater was riding along the highway against traffic. No other injuries were specified. The report highlights the danger of close passes between cars and vulnerable road users.
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Obstructed View Sedan Hits Pedestrian at Brooklyn Intersection▸Jul 24 - A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing East New York Ave. Obstructed view cited. Pedestrian injured. Driver and passenger unhurt. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan hit a 21-year-old woman as she crossed East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The pedestrian suffered an arm injury and was in shock. The driver and a passenger in the sedan were not injured. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the main contributing factor. No other driver errors were noted. The pedestrian was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and exposed the risks of limited visibility.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
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Multiple Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Jul 20 - Two sedans crashed on Junius Street at Liberty Avenue. Six people hurt. Impact tore through metal. Passengers slammed. No clear cause. Streets left scarred.
Two sedans collided at Junius Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, six occupants were injured, including both drivers and several passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to lower leg trauma. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles were going straight. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. Airbags deployed in at least one car. The crash left both vehicles damaged and several people in pain.
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Sedan Slams SUV on East New York Avenue▸Jul 19 - A sedan crashed into an SUV’s rear on East New York Avenue. One driver injured. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan struck the back of an SUV on East New York Avenue at Howard Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one 18-year-old male driver was injured and appeared incoherent. The SUV’s 56-year-old female driver and a passenger reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling west. The sedan’s front end hit the SUV’s rear, crushing metal and sending shock through the cabin. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
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Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Pitkin Avenue▸Jul 16 - A motorcycle and sedan crashed on Pitkin Avenue. One man suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash between a motorcycle and a sedan on Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old man with a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No other injuries were specified. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 15 - A sedan hit a man crossing Blake Avenue with the signal. The car’s right front bumper struck his leg. Police cite failure to yield. The pedestrian suffered a bruised knee and foot.
A 24-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Blake Avenue at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, traveling north and making a right turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his knee and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
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Driver of Sedan Hits Pedestrian on Atlantic Avenue▸Jul 14 - The driver of a sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. He suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and reported shock. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a sedan struck a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and reported shock and pain. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The driver was a 33-year-old licensed man from New York. The sedan was traveling south, going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end. Police recorded no damage to the vehicle. Emergency responders treated the pedestrian for complaint of pain or nausea.
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Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸Jul 14 - A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV hit a five-year-old at Bergen Street and Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. The child suffered injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Late afternoon at the intersection.
A five-year-old pedestrian was injured when a driver in a New Jersey-plated SUV hit him at Bergen Street and Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn around 4:26 p.m. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way. Police recorded "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor. The child sustained abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The driver was traveling south and going straight; impact was to the right front bumper, the report notes. The crash occurred in the 73rd Precinct, ZIP 11233.
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Driver Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Jul 28 - A driver in an SUV turned right at Legion Street and Livonia and hit a man in a marked crosswalk. The man suffered arm injuries and bruises. The driver was hurt.
A driver in a 2014 Chrysler SUV hit a 42-year-old man who was crossing in a marked crosswalk at Legion Street and Livonia Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was making a right turn when the right front bumper hit the pedestrian. The man was conscious and suffered injuries to his arm and hand, including a bruise. The 69-year-old male driver was also injured. Police recorded all contributing factors as 'Unspecified' and cited no driver errors in the data. The driver was licensed. No other causes were noted.
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Two Drivers Crash at Newport and Bristol▸Jul 28 - Two drivers collided at Newport and Bristol in Brooklyn. A 59-year-old woman hurt her back. Front ends mangled. Both were going straight. Police named no cause.
Two drivers collided at Newport Street and Bristol Street in Brooklyn. The 59-year-old woman driving a 2013 Honda sedan suffered a back injury. The 20-year-old man driving a 2015 Nissan sedan was listed with unspecified injury status. According to the police report, both drivers were going straight before impact, with damage to the Honda's left front bumper and the Nissan's right front bumper. The report records contributing factors as "Unspecified" for both drivers, and cites no specific driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Walker Appears As 55th District Assemblymember In Lawsuit▸Jul 27 - A drunk teen sped the wrong way on Henry Hudson Parkway. He killed a groom-to-be and his cousin. The fiancée sued the driver, NYPD, city, and club. Systemic failures let a teen drink, drive, and destroy lives.
On July 27, 2025, a fatal crash on the Henry Hudson Parkway left Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin dead. Jimmy Connors, 17, allegedly drank at Nebula club, drove drunk, and fled the scene. Off-duty NYPD officer Boubacar Barry pursued him in his own car. Both vehicles sped the wrong way, ending in tragedy. Shauntea Weaver, Walker's fiancée, filed a lawsuit against Connors, Barry, Nebula, the NYPD, and the city, citing negligence and wrongful death. The suit alleges Dram Shop Act violations and city liability. No council bill or policy change is involved. Safety impact is neutral: this event exposes deadly gaps but does not shift population-level safety for pedestrians or cyclists.
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Drunk teen killed groom-to-be in Harlem wrong-way horror after night out at NYC club, new suit alleges,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
26
Driver Runs Signal, Hits Pedestrian on Linden▸Jul 26 - A 21-year-old man crossed at Linden and Rockaway. A driver in a sedan went east and hit him. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver. The man suffered abrasions to his face.
A 21-year-old male pedestrian was injured at Linden Boulevard and Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a driver in a sedan traveling east on Linden hit him at the intersection. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver as the contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his face and was conscious at the scene. No injuries were reported to the vehicle occupant. The report notes the driver was going straight before impact and that the front end made contact.
24
Sedan Hits In-Line Skater on Rockaway Ave▸Jul 24 - A sedan passed too close on Rockaway Ave, striking an in-line skater. The skater was ejected and injured. Police cite passing too closely as the cause. The street saw pain and shock. Metal met flesh. System failed.
A sedan struck a 32-year-old in-line skater on Rockaway Ave at Dumont Ave in Brooklyn. The skater was ejected and suffered a back injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing Too Closely.' The driver, an 80-year-old woman, was licensed and wore a lap belt. The skater was riding along the highway against traffic. No other injuries were specified. The report highlights the danger of close passes between cars and vulnerable road users.
24
Obstructed View Sedan Hits Pedestrian at Brooklyn Intersection▸Jul 24 - A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing East New York Ave. Obstructed view cited. Pedestrian injured. Driver and passenger unhurt. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan hit a 21-year-old woman as she crossed East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The pedestrian suffered an arm injury and was in shock. The driver and a passenger in the sedan were not injured. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the main contributing factor. No other driver errors were noted. The pedestrian was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and exposed the risks of limited visibility.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
20
Multiple Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Jul 20 - Two sedans crashed on Junius Street at Liberty Avenue. Six people hurt. Impact tore through metal. Passengers slammed. No clear cause. Streets left scarred.
Two sedans collided at Junius Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, six occupants were injured, including both drivers and several passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to lower leg trauma. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles were going straight. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. Airbags deployed in at least one car. The crash left both vehicles damaged and several people in pain.
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Sedan Slams SUV on East New York Avenue▸Jul 19 - A sedan crashed into an SUV’s rear on East New York Avenue. One driver injured. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan struck the back of an SUV on East New York Avenue at Howard Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one 18-year-old male driver was injured and appeared incoherent. The SUV’s 56-year-old female driver and a passenger reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling west. The sedan’s front end hit the SUV’s rear, crushing metal and sending shock through the cabin. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
16
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Pitkin Avenue▸Jul 16 - A motorcycle and sedan crashed on Pitkin Avenue. One man suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash between a motorcycle and a sedan on Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old man with a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No other injuries were specified. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
15
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 15 - A sedan hit a man crossing Blake Avenue with the signal. The car’s right front bumper struck his leg. Police cite failure to yield. The pedestrian suffered a bruised knee and foot.
A 24-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Blake Avenue at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, traveling north and making a right turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his knee and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian.
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
14
Driver of Sedan Hits Pedestrian on Atlantic Avenue▸Jul 14 - The driver of a sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. He suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and reported shock. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a sedan struck a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and reported shock and pain. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The driver was a 33-year-old licensed man from New York. The sedan was traveling south, going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end. Police recorded no damage to the vehicle. Emergency responders treated the pedestrian for complaint of pain or nausea.
14
Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸Jul 14 - A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Jul 28 - A driver in an SUV turned right at Legion Street and Livonia and hit a man in a marked crosswalk. The man suffered arm injuries and bruises. The driver was hurt.
A driver in a 2014 Chrysler SUV hit a 42-year-old man who was crossing in a marked crosswalk at Legion Street and Livonia Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was making a right turn when the right front bumper hit the pedestrian. The man was conscious and suffered injuries to his arm and hand, including a bruise. The 69-year-old male driver was also injured. Police recorded all contributing factors as 'Unspecified' and cited no driver errors in the data. The driver was licensed. No other causes were noted.
28
Two Drivers Crash at Newport and Bristol▸Jul 28 - Two drivers collided at Newport and Bristol in Brooklyn. A 59-year-old woman hurt her back. Front ends mangled. Both were going straight. Police named no cause.
Two drivers collided at Newport Street and Bristol Street in Brooklyn. The 59-year-old woman driving a 2013 Honda sedan suffered a back injury. The 20-year-old man driving a 2015 Nissan sedan was listed with unspecified injury status. According to the police report, both drivers were going straight before impact, with damage to the Honda's left front bumper and the Nissan's right front bumper. The report records contributing factors as "Unspecified" for both drivers, and cites no specific driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
27
Walker Appears As 55th District Assemblymember In Lawsuit▸Jul 27 - A drunk teen sped the wrong way on Henry Hudson Parkway. He killed a groom-to-be and his cousin. The fiancée sued the driver, NYPD, city, and club. Systemic failures let a teen drink, drive, and destroy lives.
On July 27, 2025, a fatal crash on the Henry Hudson Parkway left Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin dead. Jimmy Connors, 17, allegedly drank at Nebula club, drove drunk, and fled the scene. Off-duty NYPD officer Boubacar Barry pursued him in his own car. Both vehicles sped the wrong way, ending in tragedy. Shauntea Weaver, Walker's fiancée, filed a lawsuit against Connors, Barry, Nebula, the NYPD, and the city, citing negligence and wrongful death. The suit alleges Dram Shop Act violations and city liability. No council bill or policy change is involved. Safety impact is neutral: this event exposes deadly gaps but does not shift population-level safety for pedestrians or cyclists.
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Drunk teen killed groom-to-be in Harlem wrong-way horror after night out at NYC club, new suit alleges,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
26
Driver Runs Signal, Hits Pedestrian on Linden▸Jul 26 - A 21-year-old man crossed at Linden and Rockaway. A driver in a sedan went east and hit him. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver. The man suffered abrasions to his face.
A 21-year-old male pedestrian was injured at Linden Boulevard and Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a driver in a sedan traveling east on Linden hit him at the intersection. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver as the contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his face and was conscious at the scene. No injuries were reported to the vehicle occupant. The report notes the driver was going straight before impact and that the front end made contact.
24
Sedan Hits In-Line Skater on Rockaway Ave▸Jul 24 - A sedan passed too close on Rockaway Ave, striking an in-line skater. The skater was ejected and injured. Police cite passing too closely as the cause. The street saw pain and shock. Metal met flesh. System failed.
A sedan struck a 32-year-old in-line skater on Rockaway Ave at Dumont Ave in Brooklyn. The skater was ejected and suffered a back injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing Too Closely.' The driver, an 80-year-old woman, was licensed and wore a lap belt. The skater was riding along the highway against traffic. No other injuries were specified. The report highlights the danger of close passes between cars and vulnerable road users.
24
Obstructed View Sedan Hits Pedestrian at Brooklyn Intersection▸Jul 24 - A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing East New York Ave. Obstructed view cited. Pedestrian injured. Driver and passenger unhurt. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan hit a 21-year-old woman as she crossed East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The pedestrian suffered an arm injury and was in shock. The driver and a passenger in the sedan were not injured. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the main contributing factor. No other driver errors were noted. The pedestrian was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and exposed the risks of limited visibility.
23
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
20
Multiple Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Jul 20 - Two sedans crashed on Junius Street at Liberty Avenue. Six people hurt. Impact tore through metal. Passengers slammed. No clear cause. Streets left scarred.
Two sedans collided at Junius Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, six occupants were injured, including both drivers and several passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to lower leg trauma. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles were going straight. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. Airbags deployed in at least one car. The crash left both vehicles damaged and several people in pain.
19
Sedan Slams SUV on East New York Avenue▸Jul 19 - A sedan crashed into an SUV’s rear on East New York Avenue. One driver injured. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan struck the back of an SUV on East New York Avenue at Howard Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one 18-year-old male driver was injured and appeared incoherent. The SUV’s 56-year-old female driver and a passenger reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling west. The sedan’s front end hit the SUV’s rear, crushing metal and sending shock through the cabin. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
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Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Pitkin Avenue▸Jul 16 - A motorcycle and sedan crashed on Pitkin Avenue. One man suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash between a motorcycle and a sedan on Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old man with a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No other injuries were specified. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 15 - A sedan hit a man crossing Blake Avenue with the signal. The car’s right front bumper struck his leg. Police cite failure to yield. The pedestrian suffered a bruised knee and foot.
A 24-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Blake Avenue at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, traveling north and making a right turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his knee and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
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Driver of Sedan Hits Pedestrian on Atlantic Avenue▸Jul 14 - The driver of a sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. He suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and reported shock. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a sedan struck a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and reported shock and pain. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The driver was a 33-year-old licensed man from New York. The sedan was traveling south, going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end. Police recorded no damage to the vehicle. Emergency responders treated the pedestrian for complaint of pain or nausea.
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Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸Jul 14 - A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Jul 28 - Two drivers collided at Newport and Bristol in Brooklyn. A 59-year-old woman hurt her back. Front ends mangled. Both were going straight. Police named no cause.
Two drivers collided at Newport Street and Bristol Street in Brooklyn. The 59-year-old woman driving a 2013 Honda sedan suffered a back injury. The 20-year-old man driving a 2015 Nissan sedan was listed with unspecified injury status. According to the police report, both drivers were going straight before impact, with damage to the Honda's left front bumper and the Nissan's right front bumper. The report records contributing factors as "Unspecified" for both drivers, and cites no specific driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Walker Appears As 55th District Assemblymember In Lawsuit▸Jul 27 - A drunk teen sped the wrong way on Henry Hudson Parkway. He killed a groom-to-be and his cousin. The fiancée sued the driver, NYPD, city, and club. Systemic failures let a teen drink, drive, and destroy lives.
On July 27, 2025, a fatal crash on the Henry Hudson Parkway left Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin dead. Jimmy Connors, 17, allegedly drank at Nebula club, drove drunk, and fled the scene. Off-duty NYPD officer Boubacar Barry pursued him in his own car. Both vehicles sped the wrong way, ending in tragedy. Shauntea Weaver, Walker's fiancée, filed a lawsuit against Connors, Barry, Nebula, the NYPD, and the city, citing negligence and wrongful death. The suit alleges Dram Shop Act violations and city liability. No council bill or policy change is involved. Safety impact is neutral: this event exposes deadly gaps but does not shift population-level safety for pedestrians or cyclists.
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Drunk teen killed groom-to-be in Harlem wrong-way horror after night out at NYC club, new suit alleges,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
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Driver Runs Signal, Hits Pedestrian on Linden▸Jul 26 - A 21-year-old man crossed at Linden and Rockaway. A driver in a sedan went east and hit him. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver. The man suffered abrasions to his face.
A 21-year-old male pedestrian was injured at Linden Boulevard and Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a driver in a sedan traveling east on Linden hit him at the intersection. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver as the contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his face and was conscious at the scene. No injuries were reported to the vehicle occupant. The report notes the driver was going straight before impact and that the front end made contact.
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Sedan Hits In-Line Skater on Rockaway Ave▸Jul 24 - A sedan passed too close on Rockaway Ave, striking an in-line skater. The skater was ejected and injured. Police cite passing too closely as the cause. The street saw pain and shock. Metal met flesh. System failed.
A sedan struck a 32-year-old in-line skater on Rockaway Ave at Dumont Ave in Brooklyn. The skater was ejected and suffered a back injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing Too Closely.' The driver, an 80-year-old woman, was licensed and wore a lap belt. The skater was riding along the highway against traffic. No other injuries were specified. The report highlights the danger of close passes between cars and vulnerable road users.
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Obstructed View Sedan Hits Pedestrian at Brooklyn Intersection▸Jul 24 - A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing East New York Ave. Obstructed view cited. Pedestrian injured. Driver and passenger unhurt. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan hit a 21-year-old woman as she crossed East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The pedestrian suffered an arm injury and was in shock. The driver and a passenger in the sedan were not injured. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the main contributing factor. No other driver errors were noted. The pedestrian was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and exposed the risks of limited visibility.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
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Multiple Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Jul 20 - Two sedans crashed on Junius Street at Liberty Avenue. Six people hurt. Impact tore through metal. Passengers slammed. No clear cause. Streets left scarred.
Two sedans collided at Junius Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, six occupants were injured, including both drivers and several passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to lower leg trauma. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles were going straight. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. Airbags deployed in at least one car. The crash left both vehicles damaged and several people in pain.
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Sedan Slams SUV on East New York Avenue▸Jul 19 - A sedan crashed into an SUV’s rear on East New York Avenue. One driver injured. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan struck the back of an SUV on East New York Avenue at Howard Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one 18-year-old male driver was injured and appeared incoherent. The SUV’s 56-year-old female driver and a passenger reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling west. The sedan’s front end hit the SUV’s rear, crushing metal and sending shock through the cabin. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
16
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Pitkin Avenue▸Jul 16 - A motorcycle and sedan crashed on Pitkin Avenue. One man suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash between a motorcycle and a sedan on Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old man with a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No other injuries were specified. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
15
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 15 - A sedan hit a man crossing Blake Avenue with the signal. The car’s right front bumper struck his leg. Police cite failure to yield. The pedestrian suffered a bruised knee and foot.
A 24-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Blake Avenue at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, traveling north and making a right turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his knee and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian.
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
14
Driver of Sedan Hits Pedestrian on Atlantic Avenue▸Jul 14 - The driver of a sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. He suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and reported shock. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a sedan struck a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and reported shock and pain. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The driver was a 33-year-old licensed man from New York. The sedan was traveling south, going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end. Police recorded no damage to the vehicle. Emergency responders treated the pedestrian for complaint of pain or nausea.
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Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸Jul 14 - A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Jul 27 - A drunk teen sped the wrong way on Henry Hudson Parkway. He killed a groom-to-be and his cousin. The fiancée sued the driver, NYPD, city, and club. Systemic failures let a teen drink, drive, and destroy lives.
On July 27, 2025, a fatal crash on the Henry Hudson Parkway left Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin dead. Jimmy Connors, 17, allegedly drank at Nebula club, drove drunk, and fled the scene. Off-duty NYPD officer Boubacar Barry pursued him in his own car. Both vehicles sped the wrong way, ending in tragedy. Shauntea Weaver, Walker's fiancée, filed a lawsuit against Connors, Barry, Nebula, the NYPD, and the city, citing negligence and wrongful death. The suit alleges Dram Shop Act violations and city liability. No council bill or policy change is involved. Safety impact is neutral: this event exposes deadly gaps but does not shift population-level safety for pedestrians or cyclists.
- Drunk teen killed groom-to-be in Harlem wrong-way horror after night out at NYC club, new suit alleges, New York Post, Published 2025-07-27
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Driver Runs Signal, Hits Pedestrian on Linden▸Jul 26 - A 21-year-old man crossed at Linden and Rockaway. A driver in a sedan went east and hit him. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver. The man suffered abrasions to his face.
A 21-year-old male pedestrian was injured at Linden Boulevard and Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a driver in a sedan traveling east on Linden hit him at the intersection. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver as the contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his face and was conscious at the scene. No injuries were reported to the vehicle occupant. The report notes the driver was going straight before impact and that the front end made contact.
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Sedan Hits In-Line Skater on Rockaway Ave▸Jul 24 - A sedan passed too close on Rockaway Ave, striking an in-line skater. The skater was ejected and injured. Police cite passing too closely as the cause. The street saw pain and shock. Metal met flesh. System failed.
A sedan struck a 32-year-old in-line skater on Rockaway Ave at Dumont Ave in Brooklyn. The skater was ejected and suffered a back injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing Too Closely.' The driver, an 80-year-old woman, was licensed and wore a lap belt. The skater was riding along the highway against traffic. No other injuries were specified. The report highlights the danger of close passes between cars and vulnerable road users.
24
Obstructed View Sedan Hits Pedestrian at Brooklyn Intersection▸Jul 24 - A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing East New York Ave. Obstructed view cited. Pedestrian injured. Driver and passenger unhurt. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan hit a 21-year-old woman as she crossed East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The pedestrian suffered an arm injury and was in shock. The driver and a passenger in the sedan were not injured. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the main contributing factor. No other driver errors were noted. The pedestrian was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and exposed the risks of limited visibility.
23
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
20
Multiple Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Jul 20 - Two sedans crashed on Junius Street at Liberty Avenue. Six people hurt. Impact tore through metal. Passengers slammed. No clear cause. Streets left scarred.
Two sedans collided at Junius Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, six occupants were injured, including both drivers and several passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to lower leg trauma. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles were going straight. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. Airbags deployed in at least one car. The crash left both vehicles damaged and several people in pain.
19
Sedan Slams SUV on East New York Avenue▸Jul 19 - A sedan crashed into an SUV’s rear on East New York Avenue. One driver injured. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan struck the back of an SUV on East New York Avenue at Howard Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one 18-year-old male driver was injured and appeared incoherent. The SUV’s 56-year-old female driver and a passenger reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling west. The sedan’s front end hit the SUV’s rear, crushing metal and sending shock through the cabin. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
16
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Pitkin Avenue▸Jul 16 - A motorcycle and sedan crashed on Pitkin Avenue. One man suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash between a motorcycle and a sedan on Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old man with a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No other injuries were specified. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
15
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 15 - A sedan hit a man crossing Blake Avenue with the signal. The car’s right front bumper struck his leg. Police cite failure to yield. The pedestrian suffered a bruised knee and foot.
A 24-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Blake Avenue at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, traveling north and making a right turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his knee and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian.
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
14
Driver of Sedan Hits Pedestrian on Atlantic Avenue▸Jul 14 - The driver of a sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. He suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and reported shock. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a sedan struck a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and reported shock and pain. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The driver was a 33-year-old licensed man from New York. The sedan was traveling south, going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end. Police recorded no damage to the vehicle. Emergency responders treated the pedestrian for complaint of pain or nausea.
14
Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸Jul 14 - A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Jul 26 - A 21-year-old man crossed at Linden and Rockaway. A driver in a sedan went east and hit him. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver. The man suffered abrasions to his face.
A 21-year-old male pedestrian was injured at Linden Boulevard and Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a driver in a sedan traveling east on Linden hit him at the intersection. Police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' by the driver as the contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his face and was conscious at the scene. No injuries were reported to the vehicle occupant. The report notes the driver was going straight before impact and that the front end made contact.
24
Sedan Hits In-Line Skater on Rockaway Ave▸Jul 24 - A sedan passed too close on Rockaway Ave, striking an in-line skater. The skater was ejected and injured. Police cite passing too closely as the cause. The street saw pain and shock. Metal met flesh. System failed.
A sedan struck a 32-year-old in-line skater on Rockaway Ave at Dumont Ave in Brooklyn. The skater was ejected and suffered a back injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing Too Closely.' The driver, an 80-year-old woman, was licensed and wore a lap belt. The skater was riding along the highway against traffic. No other injuries were specified. The report highlights the danger of close passes between cars and vulnerable road users.
24
Obstructed View Sedan Hits Pedestrian at Brooklyn Intersection▸Jul 24 - A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing East New York Ave. Obstructed view cited. Pedestrian injured. Driver and passenger unhurt. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan hit a 21-year-old woman as she crossed East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The pedestrian suffered an arm injury and was in shock. The driver and a passenger in the sedan were not injured. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the main contributing factor. No other driver errors were noted. The pedestrian was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and exposed the risks of limited visibility.
23
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
20
Multiple Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Jul 20 - Two sedans crashed on Junius Street at Liberty Avenue. Six people hurt. Impact tore through metal. Passengers slammed. No clear cause. Streets left scarred.
Two sedans collided at Junius Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, six occupants were injured, including both drivers and several passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to lower leg trauma. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles were going straight. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. Airbags deployed in at least one car. The crash left both vehicles damaged and several people in pain.
19
Sedan Slams SUV on East New York Avenue▸Jul 19 - A sedan crashed into an SUV’s rear on East New York Avenue. One driver injured. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan struck the back of an SUV on East New York Avenue at Howard Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one 18-year-old male driver was injured and appeared incoherent. The SUV’s 56-year-old female driver and a passenger reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling west. The sedan’s front end hit the SUV’s rear, crushing metal and sending shock through the cabin. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
16
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Pitkin Avenue▸Jul 16 - A motorcycle and sedan crashed on Pitkin Avenue. One man suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash between a motorcycle and a sedan on Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old man with a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No other injuries were specified. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
15
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 15 - A sedan hit a man crossing Blake Avenue with the signal. The car’s right front bumper struck his leg. Police cite failure to yield. The pedestrian suffered a bruised knee and foot.
A 24-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Blake Avenue at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, traveling north and making a right turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his knee and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian.
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
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Driver of Sedan Hits Pedestrian on Atlantic Avenue▸Jul 14 - The driver of a sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. He suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and reported shock. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a sedan struck a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and reported shock and pain. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The driver was a 33-year-old licensed man from New York. The sedan was traveling south, going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end. Police recorded no damage to the vehicle. Emergency responders treated the pedestrian for complaint of pain or nausea.
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Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸Jul 14 - A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Jul 24 - A sedan passed too close on Rockaway Ave, striking an in-line skater. The skater was ejected and injured. Police cite passing too closely as the cause. The street saw pain and shock. Metal met flesh. System failed.
A sedan struck a 32-year-old in-line skater on Rockaway Ave at Dumont Ave in Brooklyn. The skater was ejected and suffered a back injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing Too Closely.' The driver, an 80-year-old woman, was licensed and wore a lap belt. The skater was riding along the highway against traffic. No other injuries were specified. The report highlights the danger of close passes between cars and vulnerable road users.
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Obstructed View Sedan Hits Pedestrian at Brooklyn Intersection▸Jul 24 - A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing East New York Ave. Obstructed view cited. Pedestrian injured. Driver and passenger unhurt. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan hit a 21-year-old woman as she crossed East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The pedestrian suffered an arm injury and was in shock. The driver and a passenger in the sedan were not injured. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the main contributing factor. No other driver errors were noted. The pedestrian was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and exposed the risks of limited visibility.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
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Multiple Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Jul 20 - Two sedans crashed on Junius Street at Liberty Avenue. Six people hurt. Impact tore through metal. Passengers slammed. No clear cause. Streets left scarred.
Two sedans collided at Junius Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, six occupants were injured, including both drivers and several passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to lower leg trauma. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles were going straight. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. Airbags deployed in at least one car. The crash left both vehicles damaged and several people in pain.
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Sedan Slams SUV on East New York Avenue▸Jul 19 - A sedan crashed into an SUV’s rear on East New York Avenue. One driver injured. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan struck the back of an SUV on East New York Avenue at Howard Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one 18-year-old male driver was injured and appeared incoherent. The SUV’s 56-year-old female driver and a passenger reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling west. The sedan’s front end hit the SUV’s rear, crushing metal and sending shock through the cabin. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
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Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Pitkin Avenue▸Jul 16 - A motorcycle and sedan crashed on Pitkin Avenue. One man suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash between a motorcycle and a sedan on Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old man with a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No other injuries were specified. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 15 - A sedan hit a man crossing Blake Avenue with the signal. The car’s right front bumper struck his leg. Police cite failure to yield. The pedestrian suffered a bruised knee and foot.
A 24-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Blake Avenue at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, traveling north and making a right turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his knee and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
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Driver of Sedan Hits Pedestrian on Atlantic Avenue▸Jul 14 - The driver of a sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. He suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and reported shock. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a sedan struck a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and reported shock and pain. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The driver was a 33-year-old licensed man from New York. The sedan was traveling south, going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end. Police recorded no damage to the vehicle. Emergency responders treated the pedestrian for complaint of pain or nausea.
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Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸Jul 14 - A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Jul 24 - A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing East New York Ave. Obstructed view cited. Pedestrian injured. Driver and passenger unhurt. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan hit a 21-year-old woman as she crossed East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The pedestrian suffered an arm injury and was in shock. The driver and a passenger in the sedan were not injured. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the main contributing factor. No other driver errors were noted. The pedestrian was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and exposed the risks of limited visibility.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
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Multiple Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Jul 20 - Two sedans crashed on Junius Street at Liberty Avenue. Six people hurt. Impact tore through metal. Passengers slammed. No clear cause. Streets left scarred.
Two sedans collided at Junius Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, six occupants were injured, including both drivers and several passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to lower leg trauma. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles were going straight. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. Airbags deployed in at least one car. The crash left both vehicles damaged and several people in pain.
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Sedan Slams SUV on East New York Avenue▸Jul 19 - A sedan crashed into an SUV’s rear on East New York Avenue. One driver injured. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan struck the back of an SUV on East New York Avenue at Howard Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one 18-year-old male driver was injured and appeared incoherent. The SUV’s 56-year-old female driver and a passenger reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling west. The sedan’s front end hit the SUV’s rear, crushing metal and sending shock through the cabin. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
16
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Pitkin Avenue▸Jul 16 - A motorcycle and sedan crashed on Pitkin Avenue. One man suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash between a motorcycle and a sedan on Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old man with a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No other injuries were specified. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 15 - A sedan hit a man crossing Blake Avenue with the signal. The car’s right front bumper struck his leg. Police cite failure to yield. The pedestrian suffered a bruised knee and foot.
A 24-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Blake Avenue at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, traveling north and making a right turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his knee and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
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Driver of Sedan Hits Pedestrian on Atlantic Avenue▸Jul 14 - The driver of a sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. He suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and reported shock. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a sedan struck a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and reported shock and pain. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The driver was a 33-year-old licensed man from New York. The sedan was traveling south, going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end. Police recorded no damage to the vehicle. Emergency responders treated the pedestrian for complaint of pain or nausea.
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Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸Jul 14 - A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
- Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-23
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Multiple Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Jul 20 - Two sedans crashed on Junius Street at Liberty Avenue. Six people hurt. Impact tore through metal. Passengers slammed. No clear cause. Streets left scarred.
Two sedans collided at Junius Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, six occupants were injured, including both drivers and several passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to lower leg trauma. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles were going straight. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. Airbags deployed in at least one car. The crash left both vehicles damaged and several people in pain.
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Sedan Slams SUV on East New York Avenue▸Jul 19 - A sedan crashed into an SUV’s rear on East New York Avenue. One driver injured. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan struck the back of an SUV on East New York Avenue at Howard Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one 18-year-old male driver was injured and appeared incoherent. The SUV’s 56-year-old female driver and a passenger reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling west. The sedan’s front end hit the SUV’s rear, crushing metal and sending shock through the cabin. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
16
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Pitkin Avenue▸Jul 16 - A motorcycle and sedan crashed on Pitkin Avenue. One man suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash between a motorcycle and a sedan on Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old man with a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No other injuries were specified. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
15
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 15 - A sedan hit a man crossing Blake Avenue with the signal. The car’s right front bumper struck his leg. Police cite failure to yield. The pedestrian suffered a bruised knee and foot.
A 24-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Blake Avenue at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, traveling north and making a right turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his knee and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
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Driver of Sedan Hits Pedestrian on Atlantic Avenue▸Jul 14 - The driver of a sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. He suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and reported shock. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a sedan struck a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and reported shock and pain. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The driver was a 33-year-old licensed man from New York. The sedan was traveling south, going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end. Police recorded no damage to the vehicle. Emergency responders treated the pedestrian for complaint of pain or nausea.
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Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸Jul 14 - A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Jul 20 - Two sedans crashed on Junius Street at Liberty Avenue. Six people hurt. Impact tore through metal. Passengers slammed. No clear cause. Streets left scarred.
Two sedans collided at Junius Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, six occupants were injured, including both drivers and several passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to lower leg trauma. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles were going straight. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. Airbags deployed in at least one car. The crash left both vehicles damaged and several people in pain.
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Sedan Slams SUV on East New York Avenue▸Jul 19 - A sedan crashed into an SUV’s rear on East New York Avenue. One driver injured. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan struck the back of an SUV on East New York Avenue at Howard Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one 18-year-old male driver was injured and appeared incoherent. The SUV’s 56-year-old female driver and a passenger reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling west. The sedan’s front end hit the SUV’s rear, crushing metal and sending shock through the cabin. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
16
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Pitkin Avenue▸Jul 16 - A motorcycle and sedan crashed on Pitkin Avenue. One man suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash between a motorcycle and a sedan on Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old man with a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No other injuries were specified. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
15
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 15 - A sedan hit a man crossing Blake Avenue with the signal. The car’s right front bumper struck his leg. Police cite failure to yield. The pedestrian suffered a bruised knee and foot.
A 24-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Blake Avenue at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, traveling north and making a right turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his knee and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian.
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
14
Driver of Sedan Hits Pedestrian on Atlantic Avenue▸Jul 14 - The driver of a sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. He suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and reported shock. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a sedan struck a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and reported shock and pain. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The driver was a 33-year-old licensed man from New York. The sedan was traveling south, going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end. Police recorded no damage to the vehicle. Emergency responders treated the pedestrian for complaint of pain or nausea.
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Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸Jul 14 - A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Jul 19 - A sedan crashed into an SUV’s rear on East New York Avenue. One driver injured. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan struck the back of an SUV on East New York Avenue at Howard Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one 18-year-old male driver was injured and appeared incoherent. The SUV’s 56-year-old female driver and a passenger reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling west. The sedan’s front end hit the SUV’s rear, crushing metal and sending shock through the cabin. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
16
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Pitkin Avenue▸Jul 16 - A motorcycle and sedan crashed on Pitkin Avenue. One man suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash between a motorcycle and a sedan on Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old man with a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No other injuries were specified. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
15
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 15 - A sedan hit a man crossing Blake Avenue with the signal. The car’s right front bumper struck his leg. Police cite failure to yield. The pedestrian suffered a bruised knee and foot.
A 24-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Blake Avenue at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, traveling north and making a right turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his knee and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian.
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
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Driver of Sedan Hits Pedestrian on Atlantic Avenue▸Jul 14 - The driver of a sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. He suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and reported shock. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a sedan struck a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and reported shock and pain. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The driver was a 33-year-old licensed man from New York. The sedan was traveling south, going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end. Police recorded no damage to the vehicle. Emergency responders treated the pedestrian for complaint of pain or nausea.
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Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸Jul 14 - A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
- Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-18
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Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Pitkin Avenue▸Jul 16 - A motorcycle and sedan crashed on Pitkin Avenue. One man suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash between a motorcycle and a sedan on Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old man with a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No other injuries were specified. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 15 - A sedan hit a man crossing Blake Avenue with the signal. The car’s right front bumper struck his leg. Police cite failure to yield. The pedestrian suffered a bruised knee and foot.
A 24-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Blake Avenue at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, traveling north and making a right turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his knee and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
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Driver of Sedan Hits Pedestrian on Atlantic Avenue▸Jul 14 - The driver of a sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. He suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and reported shock. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a sedan struck a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and reported shock and pain. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The driver was a 33-year-old licensed man from New York. The sedan was traveling south, going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end. Police recorded no damage to the vehicle. Emergency responders treated the pedestrian for complaint of pain or nausea.
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Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸Jul 14 - A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Jul 16 - A motorcycle and sedan crashed on Pitkin Avenue. One man suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash between a motorcycle and a sedan on Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn left a 48-year-old man with a head injury and concussion. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when they collided. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. No other injuries were specified. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 15 - A sedan hit a man crossing Blake Avenue with the signal. The car’s right front bumper struck his leg. Police cite failure to yield. The pedestrian suffered a bruised knee and foot.
A 24-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Blake Avenue at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, traveling north and making a right turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his knee and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
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Driver of Sedan Hits Pedestrian on Atlantic Avenue▸Jul 14 - The driver of a sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. He suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and reported shock. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a sedan struck a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and reported shock and pain. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The driver was a 33-year-old licensed man from New York. The sedan was traveling south, going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end. Police recorded no damage to the vehicle. Emergency responders treated the pedestrian for complaint of pain or nausea.
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Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸Jul 14 - A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Jul 15 - A sedan hit a man crossing Blake Avenue with the signal. The car’s right front bumper struck his leg. Police cite failure to yield. The pedestrian suffered a bruised knee and foot.
A 24-year-old man was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Blake Avenue at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the sedan, traveling north and making a right turn, hit him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his knee and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
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Driver of Sedan Hits Pedestrian on Atlantic Avenue▸Jul 14 - The driver of a sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. He suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and reported shock. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a sedan struck a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and reported shock and pain. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The driver was a 33-year-old licensed man from New York. The sedan was traveling south, going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end. Police recorded no damage to the vehicle. Emergency responders treated the pedestrian for complaint of pain or nausea.
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Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸Jul 14 - A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
- Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-15
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Driver of Sedan Hits Pedestrian on Atlantic Avenue▸Jul 14 - The driver of a sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. He suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and reported shock. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a sedan struck a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and reported shock and pain. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The driver was a 33-year-old licensed man from New York. The sedan was traveling south, going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end. Police recorded no damage to the vehicle. Emergency responders treated the pedestrian for complaint of pain or nausea.
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Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸Jul 14 - A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Jul 14 - The driver of a sedan hit a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. He suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries and reported shock. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a sedan struck a 56-year-old man on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and reported shock and pain. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. The driver was a 33-year-old licensed man from New York. The sedan was traveling south, going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end. Police recorded no damage to the vehicle. Emergency responders treated the pedestrian for complaint of pain or nausea.
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Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸Jul 14 - A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
Jul 14 - A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.