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 12
▸ Crush Injuries 22
▸ Severe Bleeding 16
▸ Severe Lacerations 11
▸ Concussion 13
▸ Whiplash 151
▸ Contusion/Bruise 176
▸ Abrasion 129
▸ Pain/Nausea 52
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.
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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.
Caught Speeding Recently in CB 317
- 2023 Black Audi Sedan (LCM8254) – 501 times • 2 in last 90d here
- 2017 Black Lexus Sedan (LPY1138) – 233 times • 9 in last 90d here
- 2019 Nissan Sedan (KZC2999) – 180 times • 7 in last 90d here
- 2023 Gray GMC Pickup (LED1645) – 178 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2024 Ford Spor (3DNW82) – 177 times • 2 in last 90d here
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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Albany and Snyder, late morning
Brooklyn CB17: Jan 1, 2022 - Sep 18, 2025
A man on a bike was hit at Snyder Avenue and Albany Avenue about 10:40 AM on Aug 16, 2025. Police recorded a driver making a left turn into him; the cyclist suffered severe bleeding and shock (NYC Open Data).
This Week
- Aug 16: At Snyder and Albany, a driver turning left hit a person on a bike, causing serious injury (NYC Open Data).
- Aug 15: Near 917 Albany Ave, a driver going straight hit a man on foot at an intersection; police listed “crush injuries” and unconscious at the scene (NYC Open Data).
The count on these streets
Since Jan 1, 2022, in Brooklyn Community Board 17, 13 people have been killed and 4,778 injured across 7,164 crashes (NYC Open Data). This year to date, 5 people have been killed and 866 injured, compared with 2 killed and 973 injured at this point last year (NYC Open Data).
Deaths pile up in the afternoon and evening. Three deaths hit around 1 PM, and three more hit around 7 PM in this window, as injuries stay high into the night (NYC Open Data).
Corners that keep breaking people
Church Avenue is the bullseye: at least 2 killed and 228 injured along that corridor since 2022. Linden Boulevard adds another death and 181 injured. Clarkson Avenue shows a death and 78 injured. These are not outliers. They are a map (NYC Open Data).
Police records tie much harm to driver choices at the crosswalk. On Jan 25, 2025, at Church Avenue and Kings Highway, an officer recorded “unsafe speed” by the driver after a man on foot was killed (NYC Open Data – CrashID 4788144). On May 14, 2025, at E 95 St and Rutland Rd, a driver turning left killed a woman crossing with the signal; police recorded driver inattention (NYC Open Data – CrashID 4812813). On Feb 25, 2024, at Beverley Rd and Nostrand Ave, a right‑turning SUV driver killed a woman who had the signal; police recorded failure to yield (NYC Open Data – CrashID 4705519).
Who holds the line?
This is Council District 45. Council Member Farah Louis has backed tools near schools. She is the primary sponsor on a bill to force the city to install traffic‑calming or control devices by 60 days after DOT signs off near schools (Int 1353‑2025). She also co‑sponsored a crackdown on unlicensed commuter vans with maximum penalties at each stop (Int 1347‑2025).
In Albany, State Senator Kevin Parker voted yes in committee for the Stop Super Speeders Act (S4045), which would require speed‑limiting tech for repeat violators (Open States – S4045). The Assembly side is not recorded here. Assembly Member Monique Chandler‑Waterman’s stance on this bill is not listed in our timeline.
Slow the cars that won’t slow themselves
The pattern is not random. It points where to act.
- Harden the turns and daylight the crosswalks on Church Avenue and Linden Boulevard. Protect the walk signal with leading intervals and cement at the corners. Put it on a clock. No more promises without dates.
- Add physical calming at recurring crash corners: concrete, not paint. Deploy near schools under the 60‑day bill when it passes, and extend the same standard to the rest of the map (Int 1353‑2025).
- Stop the worst repeat speeders with mandatory limiters under S4045. One car, many tickets, one fix (Open States – S4045).
This work does not bring anyone back. But it can stop the next siren on Church Avenue. Take one step today: push your officials to act here.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions — Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
- File S 4045, Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-11
- NYC Council Legistar – Int 1353-2025 and Int 1347-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Monique Chandler-Waterman
District 58
Council Member Farah Louis
District 45
State Senator Kevin Parker
District 21
▸ Other Geographies
Brooklyn CB17 Brooklyn Community Board 17 sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 67, District 45, AD 58, SD 21.
It contains East Flatbush-Erasmus, East Flatbush-Farragut, East Flatbush-Rugby, East Flatbush-Remsen Village, Holy Cross Cemetery.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Brooklyn Community Board 17
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SUV Left Turn Hits Westbound Motorscooter▸Dec 15 - An SUV making a left turn collided with a westbound motorscooter in Brooklyn. The motorscooter driver, a 42-year-old man wearing a helmet, suffered a fractured and dislocated lower arm injury. The SUV sustained right front bumper damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:00 in Brooklyn near 245 Lenox Rd. A 2021 Jeep SUV was making a left turn eastbound when it struck a westbound 2018 Vesp motorscooter going straight ahead. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the motorscooter's center front end. The motorscooter driver, a 42-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The SUV driver, a licensed female, had no reported injuries. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not attribute fault to the motorscooter driver. The collision highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles to vulnerable road users like motorscooter riders.
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SUVs Smash in Brooklyn Ignoring Signals▸Dec 15 - Two SUVs crashed at Rogers Ave and Clarendon Rd. Four people hurt. Both drivers blew past traffic controls. Metal twisted. Bodies slammed. All survived. The cause: disregard for the rules.
According to the police report, two Nissan SUVs collided at 2:25 AM on Rogers Ave near Clarendon Rd in Brooklyn. Both drivers disregarded traffic controls. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor for both. Four occupants—two drivers and two passengers—suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. All were conscious and restrained. The crash damaged the center front end of one SUV and the right front quarter panel of the other. No ejections occurred. The report highlights driver errors in ignoring traffic controls as the cause of the crash and resulting injuries.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Dec 13 - A sedan making a left turn hit a 35-year-old woman crossing Avenue D with the signal. The pedestrian suffered full-body injuries and shock. Driver inattention and distraction caused the collision, highlighting dangers at Brooklyn intersections.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a sedan on Avenue D in Brooklyn at 8:25 p.m. The vehicle, a 2011 Honda sedan, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the time of impact. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her entire body and was in shock following the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the center front end. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally but failed to maintain attention, resulting in this serious injury to a vulnerable road user.
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Sedan Hits E-Bike on Brooklyn Avenue▸Dec 9 - A sedan making a right turn struck a westbound e-bike on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. The 36-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Driver distraction was cited as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:29 PM on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2014 Ford sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn when it collided with a westbound 2021 Zhen e-bike. The point of impact was the sedan's right front quarter panel and the e-bike's left front quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 36-year-old man, was ejected from the e-bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity level 3. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the collision. No other contributing factors related to the bicyclist were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in Brooklyn.
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Child Struck Crossing Brooklyn Street, Injured▸Dec 6 - A 9-year-old boy crossing East 54th Street was hit by a southbound vehicle. He suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Police cite unspecified driver error. The child was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 9-year-old male pedestrian was struck while crossing East 54th Street in Brooklyn at 14:20. The child was not at an intersection or crosswalk. He suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of pain and nausea. The vehicle was traveling south, going straight ahead. The police report lists unspecified contributing factors, indicating driver error played a role in the crash. The child was left in shock after the collision. No pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.
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Pedestrian Struck Crossing Clarkson Avenue▸Dec 4 - A 20-year-old woman crossing with the signal on Clarkson Avenue suffered hip and leg injuries. She was left in shock. No driver errors or vehicle details were listed in the police report.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Clarkson Avenue at East 56th Street in Brooklyn at 1:50 PM. She was crossing with the signal when a vehicle struck her, causing injuries to her hip and upper leg and leaving her in shock. The report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors. No information about the vehicle or driver is provided. The absence of listed driver actions leaves the cause unaddressed in the official record.
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Bus Rear-Ends SUV Causing Whiplash Injury▸Dec 4 - A bus struck the rear of an SUV on Linden Blvd in Brooklyn. The SUV driver, a 56-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite the bus driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a bus traveling westbound on Linden Blvd rear-ended a slowing or stopping SUV also heading west. The impact occurred at the center front end of the bus and the center back end of the SUV. The SUV driver, a 56-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies the bus driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," a failure to maintain a safe distance behind the SUV. Both drivers were licensed, and the SUV driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating by large vehicles in Brooklyn traffic.
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SUV Slams Motorcycle From Behind on Albany Ave▸Dec 1 - A Dodge SUV plowed into a 25-year-old motorcyclist on Albany Avenue, crushing his body and leaving him unconscious. The bike was destroyed. The street fell silent as the young man lay broken, ejected, and battered in the Brooklyn night.
A violent crash unfolded on Albany Avenue near Farragut Road at 1:41 a.m., according to the police report. A Dodge SUV struck a 25-year-old man riding a ZHI motorcycle from behind, ejecting him and causing severe crush injuries to his entire body. The police report states the SUV's driver was inattentive or distracted, listing 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The motorcyclist was left unconscious at the scene, his motorcycle demolished. The report further notes 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors in the crash. The SUV's front end collided with the motorcycle's rear, a classic pattern of driver error and systemic danger for vulnerable road users. The police report records that the motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this detail appears only after the driver’s documented failures.
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Distracted Sedan Driver Tears Pedestrian’s Eye on Utica▸Nov 29 - A sedan struck a 75-year-old man on Utica Avenue, tearing his eye and leaving blood on the street. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, wounded and upright, as the city’s traffic pressed on around him.
A 75-year-old man was struck by a sedan on Utica Avenue near Church Avenue in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The collision occurred outside the crosswalk at 17:24. The report states, 'A sedan struck a 75-year-old man outside the crosswalk. His eye torn, blood on the asphalt. He stayed conscious.' The police report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact, causing severe lacerations to the pedestrian’s eye. The report does not list any pedestrian behaviors as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver’s distraction, which led to the violent impact and left the pedestrian injured on the roadway.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest▸Nov 27 - A driver struck three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, hit a vehicle with a pregnant woman, then crashed into an empty car. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her at the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee was arrested after a chaotic crash in Brooklyn. According to police, the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before New York City Sheriffs arrested her nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to the hospital for evaluation, but no serious injuries were reported. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights the dangers of hit-and-run behavior and the risks faced by vulnerable road users at busy intersections.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
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Aggressive Driving Causes Collision on Farragut Rd▸Nov 26 - A sedan making a left turn collided with a northbound bus on Farragut Rd in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, aged 68, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:02 on Farragut Rd near Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling northwest was making a left turn when it collided with a northbound bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the bus. The sedan driver, a 68-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly lists aggressive driving and road rage as the primary contributing factors to the collision. There is no indication of victim fault or other contributing factors. The bus had no occupants and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Brooklyn SUV and Box Truck Collide on Church Ave▸Nov 24 - A westbound SUV making a left turn collided with a box truck driving straight on Church Ave. The SUV driver, a 54-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Faulty traffic control devices contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Church Ave in Brooklyn at 10:53 AM. A 2016 SUV driven by a 54-year-old woman was making a left turn when it collided with a westbound box truck traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front bumper of the truck. The SUV driver sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were damaged on their respective impact points. The report cites 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as a contributing factor twice, indicating systemic failure in traffic signaling. The SUV driver was also noted to have a contributing factor labeled 'Other Vehicular.' The report does not assign fault to the injured driver but highlights driver errors linked to malfunctioning traffic controls.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing with Signal on Clarkson Ave▸Nov 21 - A 29-year-old man was struck at an intersection on Clarkson Ave while crossing with the signal. The vehicle, traveling north, hit him head-on. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing serious abdominal and pelvic injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clarkson Ave near New York Ave in Brooklyn at 9:06 PM. A 29-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by a vehicle traveling north. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, which sustained damage there as well. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The driver was going straight ahead and struck the pedestrian at the intersection, highlighting a critical failure to yield or stop as required by traffic control devices.
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Bus Merging Collides with Sedan on Utica Ave▸Nov 21 - A bus merging south on Utica Avenue struck a sedan making a right turn, impacting the sedan's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash dynamics.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:55 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A bus traveling south was merging when it collided with a sedan making a right turn. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear bumper and the bus's left front bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old female occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report cites 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, indicating hazardous road conditions. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed, but the merging maneuver by the bus and the right turn by the sedan under slippery conditions created the collision. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Two Pedestrians Struck Crossing New York Avenue▸Nov 21 - Two pedestrians crossing with the signal on New York Avenue hit by sedans. Both injured. Limited driver view and slippery pavement played a role. Brooklyn intersection, late afternoon. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two pedestrians, a 79-year-old woman and a 56-year-old man, were crossing New York Avenue with the signal near Foster Avenue in Brooklyn when they were struck by two sedans. Both pedestrians suffered injuries—one to the entire body, the other to the knee, lower leg, and foot. Both were reported in shock. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both drivers, highlighting limited visibility. 'Pavement Slippery' was also cited. One sedan was making a left turn southbound, the other was traveling straight west. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver visibility issues and road conditions were critical in this crash.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal on Ralph Ave▸Nov 21 - A 67-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle struck the pedestrian, causing contusions and bruises. The driver’s errors remain unspecified in the report.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the crash. The vehicle involved was a 2015 model registered in New York, with one occupant. The point of impact and vehicle damage were recorded as 'Other.' The report does not specify any contributing factors related to the driver or the vehicle, nor does it list any pedestrian errors. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating no fault on his part. The lack of detailed contributing factors highlights systemic dangers in the intersection and the need for further investigation into driver behavior.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan in Brooklyn▸Nov 19 - Two sedans collided northbound near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 AM near 853 New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling northbound collided, with the rear vehicle striking the center back end of the front vehicle. The driver of the rear sedan, a 34-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report attributes the crash to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' on the part of the rear driver. Both vehicles were damaged at the point of impact: the rear vehicle at its front bumper and the front vehicle at its center back end. The driver of the rear sedan was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian on Brooklyn Church Ave▸Nov 18 - A 68-year-old pedestrian suffered full-body injuries and whiplash after a 2024 Jeep SUV hit her off the roadway on Church Avenue. The SUV, traveling west, impacted center front. The driver, 38, also injured, remained conscious and belted.
According to the police report, a 2024 Jeep SUV traveling west on Church Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her entire body and complained of whiplash. The SUV's point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision. The driver, a 38-year-old male occupant, was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor but does not specify which party it applies to. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's position off the roadway was noted, but no contributing victim behaviors were listed. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when not in the roadway and the severe injuries that can result from vehicle impacts.
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Two-Vehicle Collision Injures Brooklyn Driver, Child Passenger▸Nov 18 - A sedan and pick-up truck collided on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. The female sedan driver and a child passenger suffered moderate injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north when impact occurred. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:40 AM on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn involving a 2020 Kia sedan and a 2015 Ford pick-up truck, both traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper struck the pick-up truck's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old female, was injured in the back with injury severity level 3 and was wearing a lap belt. A 7-year-old male child passenger in the sedan was also injured in the hip-upper leg area with injury severity level 3 and was secured in a child restraint. Both occupants experienced shock but were not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both occupants and does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision resulted in vehicle damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and right rear bumper of the pick-up truck.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 17 - An e-bike rider suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm after a collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred at night, with the rider conscious and wearing a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female e-bike rider traveling north on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn was injured at 8:16 p.m. The report states the crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by one party. The rider, who was wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The e-bike's left front bumper was the point of impact, and the rider was the sole occupant. The report identifies the contributing factor as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' highlighting driver error as the cause. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Dec 15 - An SUV making a left turn collided with a westbound motorscooter in Brooklyn. The motorscooter driver, a 42-year-old man wearing a helmet, suffered a fractured and dislocated lower arm injury. The SUV sustained right front bumper damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:00 in Brooklyn near 245 Lenox Rd. A 2021 Jeep SUV was making a left turn eastbound when it struck a westbound 2018 Vesp motorscooter going straight ahead. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the motorscooter's center front end. The motorscooter driver, a 42-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The SUV driver, a licensed female, had no reported injuries. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not attribute fault to the motorscooter driver. The collision highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles to vulnerable road users like motorscooter riders.
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SUVs Smash in Brooklyn Ignoring Signals▸Dec 15 - Two SUVs crashed at Rogers Ave and Clarendon Rd. Four people hurt. Both drivers blew past traffic controls. Metal twisted. Bodies slammed. All survived. The cause: disregard for the rules.
According to the police report, two Nissan SUVs collided at 2:25 AM on Rogers Ave near Clarendon Rd in Brooklyn. Both drivers disregarded traffic controls. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor for both. Four occupants—two drivers and two passengers—suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. All were conscious and restrained. The crash damaged the center front end of one SUV and the right front quarter panel of the other. No ejections occurred. The report highlights driver errors in ignoring traffic controls as the cause of the crash and resulting injuries.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Dec 13 - A sedan making a left turn hit a 35-year-old woman crossing Avenue D with the signal. The pedestrian suffered full-body injuries and shock. Driver inattention and distraction caused the collision, highlighting dangers at Brooklyn intersections.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a sedan on Avenue D in Brooklyn at 8:25 p.m. The vehicle, a 2011 Honda sedan, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the time of impact. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her entire body and was in shock following the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the center front end. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally but failed to maintain attention, resulting in this serious injury to a vulnerable road user.
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Sedan Hits E-Bike on Brooklyn Avenue▸Dec 9 - A sedan making a right turn struck a westbound e-bike on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. The 36-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Driver distraction was cited as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:29 PM on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2014 Ford sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn when it collided with a westbound 2021 Zhen e-bike. The point of impact was the sedan's right front quarter panel and the e-bike's left front quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 36-year-old man, was ejected from the e-bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity level 3. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the collision. No other contributing factors related to the bicyclist were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in Brooklyn.
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Child Struck Crossing Brooklyn Street, Injured▸Dec 6 - A 9-year-old boy crossing East 54th Street was hit by a southbound vehicle. He suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Police cite unspecified driver error. The child was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 9-year-old male pedestrian was struck while crossing East 54th Street in Brooklyn at 14:20. The child was not at an intersection or crosswalk. He suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of pain and nausea. The vehicle was traveling south, going straight ahead. The police report lists unspecified contributing factors, indicating driver error played a role in the crash. The child was left in shock after the collision. No pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.
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Pedestrian Struck Crossing Clarkson Avenue▸Dec 4 - A 20-year-old woman crossing with the signal on Clarkson Avenue suffered hip and leg injuries. She was left in shock. No driver errors or vehicle details were listed in the police report.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Clarkson Avenue at East 56th Street in Brooklyn at 1:50 PM. She was crossing with the signal when a vehicle struck her, causing injuries to her hip and upper leg and leaving her in shock. The report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors. No information about the vehicle or driver is provided. The absence of listed driver actions leaves the cause unaddressed in the official record.
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Bus Rear-Ends SUV Causing Whiplash Injury▸Dec 4 - A bus struck the rear of an SUV on Linden Blvd in Brooklyn. The SUV driver, a 56-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite the bus driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a bus traveling westbound on Linden Blvd rear-ended a slowing or stopping SUV also heading west. The impact occurred at the center front end of the bus and the center back end of the SUV. The SUV driver, a 56-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies the bus driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," a failure to maintain a safe distance behind the SUV. Both drivers were licensed, and the SUV driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating by large vehicles in Brooklyn traffic.
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SUV Slams Motorcycle From Behind on Albany Ave▸Dec 1 - A Dodge SUV plowed into a 25-year-old motorcyclist on Albany Avenue, crushing his body and leaving him unconscious. The bike was destroyed. The street fell silent as the young man lay broken, ejected, and battered in the Brooklyn night.
A violent crash unfolded on Albany Avenue near Farragut Road at 1:41 a.m., according to the police report. A Dodge SUV struck a 25-year-old man riding a ZHI motorcycle from behind, ejecting him and causing severe crush injuries to his entire body. The police report states the SUV's driver was inattentive or distracted, listing 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The motorcyclist was left unconscious at the scene, his motorcycle demolished. The report further notes 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors in the crash. The SUV's front end collided with the motorcycle's rear, a classic pattern of driver error and systemic danger for vulnerable road users. The police report records that the motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this detail appears only after the driver’s documented failures.
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Distracted Sedan Driver Tears Pedestrian’s Eye on Utica▸Nov 29 - A sedan struck a 75-year-old man on Utica Avenue, tearing his eye and leaving blood on the street. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, wounded and upright, as the city’s traffic pressed on around him.
A 75-year-old man was struck by a sedan on Utica Avenue near Church Avenue in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The collision occurred outside the crosswalk at 17:24. The report states, 'A sedan struck a 75-year-old man outside the crosswalk. His eye torn, blood on the asphalt. He stayed conscious.' The police report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact, causing severe lacerations to the pedestrian’s eye. The report does not list any pedestrian behaviors as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver’s distraction, which led to the violent impact and left the pedestrian injured on the roadway.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest▸Nov 27 - A driver struck three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, hit a vehicle with a pregnant woman, then crashed into an empty car. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her at the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee was arrested after a chaotic crash in Brooklyn. According to police, the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before New York City Sheriffs arrested her nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to the hospital for evaluation, but no serious injuries were reported. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights the dangers of hit-and-run behavior and the risks faced by vulnerable road users at busy intersections.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
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Aggressive Driving Causes Collision on Farragut Rd▸Nov 26 - A sedan making a left turn collided with a northbound bus on Farragut Rd in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, aged 68, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:02 on Farragut Rd near Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling northwest was making a left turn when it collided with a northbound bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the bus. The sedan driver, a 68-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly lists aggressive driving and road rage as the primary contributing factors to the collision. There is no indication of victim fault or other contributing factors. The bus had no occupants and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Brooklyn SUV and Box Truck Collide on Church Ave▸Nov 24 - A westbound SUV making a left turn collided with a box truck driving straight on Church Ave. The SUV driver, a 54-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Faulty traffic control devices contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Church Ave in Brooklyn at 10:53 AM. A 2016 SUV driven by a 54-year-old woman was making a left turn when it collided with a westbound box truck traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front bumper of the truck. The SUV driver sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were damaged on their respective impact points. The report cites 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as a contributing factor twice, indicating systemic failure in traffic signaling. The SUV driver was also noted to have a contributing factor labeled 'Other Vehicular.' The report does not assign fault to the injured driver but highlights driver errors linked to malfunctioning traffic controls.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing with Signal on Clarkson Ave▸Nov 21 - A 29-year-old man was struck at an intersection on Clarkson Ave while crossing with the signal. The vehicle, traveling north, hit him head-on. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing serious abdominal and pelvic injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clarkson Ave near New York Ave in Brooklyn at 9:06 PM. A 29-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by a vehicle traveling north. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, which sustained damage there as well. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The driver was going straight ahead and struck the pedestrian at the intersection, highlighting a critical failure to yield or stop as required by traffic control devices.
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Bus Merging Collides with Sedan on Utica Ave▸Nov 21 - A bus merging south on Utica Avenue struck a sedan making a right turn, impacting the sedan's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash dynamics.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:55 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A bus traveling south was merging when it collided with a sedan making a right turn. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear bumper and the bus's left front bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old female occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report cites 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, indicating hazardous road conditions. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed, but the merging maneuver by the bus and the right turn by the sedan under slippery conditions created the collision. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Two Pedestrians Struck Crossing New York Avenue▸Nov 21 - Two pedestrians crossing with the signal on New York Avenue hit by sedans. Both injured. Limited driver view and slippery pavement played a role. Brooklyn intersection, late afternoon. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two pedestrians, a 79-year-old woman and a 56-year-old man, were crossing New York Avenue with the signal near Foster Avenue in Brooklyn when they were struck by two sedans. Both pedestrians suffered injuries—one to the entire body, the other to the knee, lower leg, and foot. Both were reported in shock. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both drivers, highlighting limited visibility. 'Pavement Slippery' was also cited. One sedan was making a left turn southbound, the other was traveling straight west. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver visibility issues and road conditions were critical in this crash.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal on Ralph Ave▸Nov 21 - A 67-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle struck the pedestrian, causing contusions and bruises. The driver’s errors remain unspecified in the report.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the crash. The vehicle involved was a 2015 model registered in New York, with one occupant. The point of impact and vehicle damage were recorded as 'Other.' The report does not specify any contributing factors related to the driver or the vehicle, nor does it list any pedestrian errors. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating no fault on his part. The lack of detailed contributing factors highlights systemic dangers in the intersection and the need for further investigation into driver behavior.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan in Brooklyn▸Nov 19 - Two sedans collided northbound near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 AM near 853 New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling northbound collided, with the rear vehicle striking the center back end of the front vehicle. The driver of the rear sedan, a 34-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report attributes the crash to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' on the part of the rear driver. Both vehicles were damaged at the point of impact: the rear vehicle at its front bumper and the front vehicle at its center back end. The driver of the rear sedan was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian on Brooklyn Church Ave▸Nov 18 - A 68-year-old pedestrian suffered full-body injuries and whiplash after a 2024 Jeep SUV hit her off the roadway on Church Avenue. The SUV, traveling west, impacted center front. The driver, 38, also injured, remained conscious and belted.
According to the police report, a 2024 Jeep SUV traveling west on Church Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her entire body and complained of whiplash. The SUV's point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision. The driver, a 38-year-old male occupant, was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor but does not specify which party it applies to. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's position off the roadway was noted, but no contributing victim behaviors were listed. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when not in the roadway and the severe injuries that can result from vehicle impacts.
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Two-Vehicle Collision Injures Brooklyn Driver, Child Passenger▸Nov 18 - A sedan and pick-up truck collided on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. The female sedan driver and a child passenger suffered moderate injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north when impact occurred. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:40 AM on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn involving a 2020 Kia sedan and a 2015 Ford pick-up truck, both traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper struck the pick-up truck's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old female, was injured in the back with injury severity level 3 and was wearing a lap belt. A 7-year-old male child passenger in the sedan was also injured in the hip-upper leg area with injury severity level 3 and was secured in a child restraint. Both occupants experienced shock but were not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both occupants and does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision resulted in vehicle damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and right rear bumper of the pick-up truck.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 17 - An e-bike rider suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm after a collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred at night, with the rider conscious and wearing a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female e-bike rider traveling north on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn was injured at 8:16 p.m. The report states the crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by one party. The rider, who was wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The e-bike's left front bumper was the point of impact, and the rider was the sole occupant. The report identifies the contributing factor as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' highlighting driver error as the cause. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Dec 15 - Two SUVs crashed at Rogers Ave and Clarendon Rd. Four people hurt. Both drivers blew past traffic controls. Metal twisted. Bodies slammed. All survived. The cause: disregard for the rules.
According to the police report, two Nissan SUVs collided at 2:25 AM on Rogers Ave near Clarendon Rd in Brooklyn. Both drivers disregarded traffic controls. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor for both. Four occupants—two drivers and two passengers—suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. All were conscious and restrained. The crash damaged the center front end of one SUV and the right front quarter panel of the other. No ejections occurred. The report highlights driver errors in ignoring traffic controls as the cause of the crash and resulting injuries.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Dec 13 - A sedan making a left turn hit a 35-year-old woman crossing Avenue D with the signal. The pedestrian suffered full-body injuries and shock. Driver inattention and distraction caused the collision, highlighting dangers at Brooklyn intersections.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a sedan on Avenue D in Brooklyn at 8:25 p.m. The vehicle, a 2011 Honda sedan, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the time of impact. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her entire body and was in shock following the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the center front end. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally but failed to maintain attention, resulting in this serious injury to a vulnerable road user.
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Sedan Hits E-Bike on Brooklyn Avenue▸Dec 9 - A sedan making a right turn struck a westbound e-bike on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. The 36-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Driver distraction was cited as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:29 PM on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2014 Ford sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn when it collided with a westbound 2021 Zhen e-bike. The point of impact was the sedan's right front quarter panel and the e-bike's left front quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 36-year-old man, was ejected from the e-bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity level 3. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the collision. No other contributing factors related to the bicyclist were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in Brooklyn.
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Child Struck Crossing Brooklyn Street, Injured▸Dec 6 - A 9-year-old boy crossing East 54th Street was hit by a southbound vehicle. He suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Police cite unspecified driver error. The child was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 9-year-old male pedestrian was struck while crossing East 54th Street in Brooklyn at 14:20. The child was not at an intersection or crosswalk. He suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of pain and nausea. The vehicle was traveling south, going straight ahead. The police report lists unspecified contributing factors, indicating driver error played a role in the crash. The child was left in shock after the collision. No pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.
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Pedestrian Struck Crossing Clarkson Avenue▸Dec 4 - A 20-year-old woman crossing with the signal on Clarkson Avenue suffered hip and leg injuries. She was left in shock. No driver errors or vehicle details were listed in the police report.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Clarkson Avenue at East 56th Street in Brooklyn at 1:50 PM. She was crossing with the signal when a vehicle struck her, causing injuries to her hip and upper leg and leaving her in shock. The report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors. No information about the vehicle or driver is provided. The absence of listed driver actions leaves the cause unaddressed in the official record.
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Bus Rear-Ends SUV Causing Whiplash Injury▸Dec 4 - A bus struck the rear of an SUV on Linden Blvd in Brooklyn. The SUV driver, a 56-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite the bus driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a bus traveling westbound on Linden Blvd rear-ended a slowing or stopping SUV also heading west. The impact occurred at the center front end of the bus and the center back end of the SUV. The SUV driver, a 56-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies the bus driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," a failure to maintain a safe distance behind the SUV. Both drivers were licensed, and the SUV driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating by large vehicles in Brooklyn traffic.
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SUV Slams Motorcycle From Behind on Albany Ave▸Dec 1 - A Dodge SUV plowed into a 25-year-old motorcyclist on Albany Avenue, crushing his body and leaving him unconscious. The bike was destroyed. The street fell silent as the young man lay broken, ejected, and battered in the Brooklyn night.
A violent crash unfolded on Albany Avenue near Farragut Road at 1:41 a.m., according to the police report. A Dodge SUV struck a 25-year-old man riding a ZHI motorcycle from behind, ejecting him and causing severe crush injuries to his entire body. The police report states the SUV's driver was inattentive or distracted, listing 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The motorcyclist was left unconscious at the scene, his motorcycle demolished. The report further notes 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors in the crash. The SUV's front end collided with the motorcycle's rear, a classic pattern of driver error and systemic danger for vulnerable road users. The police report records that the motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this detail appears only after the driver’s documented failures.
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Distracted Sedan Driver Tears Pedestrian’s Eye on Utica▸Nov 29 - A sedan struck a 75-year-old man on Utica Avenue, tearing his eye and leaving blood on the street. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, wounded and upright, as the city’s traffic pressed on around him.
A 75-year-old man was struck by a sedan on Utica Avenue near Church Avenue in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The collision occurred outside the crosswalk at 17:24. The report states, 'A sedan struck a 75-year-old man outside the crosswalk. His eye torn, blood on the asphalt. He stayed conscious.' The police report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact, causing severe lacerations to the pedestrian’s eye. The report does not list any pedestrian behaviors as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver’s distraction, which led to the violent impact and left the pedestrian injured on the roadway.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest▸Nov 27 - A driver struck three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, hit a vehicle with a pregnant woman, then crashed into an empty car. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her at the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee was arrested after a chaotic crash in Brooklyn. According to police, the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before New York City Sheriffs arrested her nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to the hospital for evaluation, but no serious injuries were reported. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights the dangers of hit-and-run behavior and the risks faced by vulnerable road users at busy intersections.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
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Aggressive Driving Causes Collision on Farragut Rd▸Nov 26 - A sedan making a left turn collided with a northbound bus on Farragut Rd in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, aged 68, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:02 on Farragut Rd near Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling northwest was making a left turn when it collided with a northbound bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the bus. The sedan driver, a 68-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly lists aggressive driving and road rage as the primary contributing factors to the collision. There is no indication of victim fault or other contributing factors. The bus had no occupants and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Brooklyn SUV and Box Truck Collide on Church Ave▸Nov 24 - A westbound SUV making a left turn collided with a box truck driving straight on Church Ave. The SUV driver, a 54-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Faulty traffic control devices contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Church Ave in Brooklyn at 10:53 AM. A 2016 SUV driven by a 54-year-old woman was making a left turn when it collided with a westbound box truck traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front bumper of the truck. The SUV driver sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were damaged on their respective impact points. The report cites 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as a contributing factor twice, indicating systemic failure in traffic signaling. The SUV driver was also noted to have a contributing factor labeled 'Other Vehicular.' The report does not assign fault to the injured driver but highlights driver errors linked to malfunctioning traffic controls.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing with Signal on Clarkson Ave▸Nov 21 - A 29-year-old man was struck at an intersection on Clarkson Ave while crossing with the signal. The vehicle, traveling north, hit him head-on. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing serious abdominal and pelvic injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clarkson Ave near New York Ave in Brooklyn at 9:06 PM. A 29-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by a vehicle traveling north. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, which sustained damage there as well. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The driver was going straight ahead and struck the pedestrian at the intersection, highlighting a critical failure to yield or stop as required by traffic control devices.
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Bus Merging Collides with Sedan on Utica Ave▸Nov 21 - A bus merging south on Utica Avenue struck a sedan making a right turn, impacting the sedan's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash dynamics.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:55 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A bus traveling south was merging when it collided with a sedan making a right turn. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear bumper and the bus's left front bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old female occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report cites 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, indicating hazardous road conditions. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed, but the merging maneuver by the bus and the right turn by the sedan under slippery conditions created the collision. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Two Pedestrians Struck Crossing New York Avenue▸Nov 21 - Two pedestrians crossing with the signal on New York Avenue hit by sedans. Both injured. Limited driver view and slippery pavement played a role. Brooklyn intersection, late afternoon. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two pedestrians, a 79-year-old woman and a 56-year-old man, were crossing New York Avenue with the signal near Foster Avenue in Brooklyn when they were struck by two sedans. Both pedestrians suffered injuries—one to the entire body, the other to the knee, lower leg, and foot. Both were reported in shock. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both drivers, highlighting limited visibility. 'Pavement Slippery' was also cited. One sedan was making a left turn southbound, the other was traveling straight west. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver visibility issues and road conditions were critical in this crash.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal on Ralph Ave▸Nov 21 - A 67-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle struck the pedestrian, causing contusions and bruises. The driver’s errors remain unspecified in the report.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the crash. The vehicle involved was a 2015 model registered in New York, with one occupant. The point of impact and vehicle damage were recorded as 'Other.' The report does not specify any contributing factors related to the driver or the vehicle, nor does it list any pedestrian errors. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating no fault on his part. The lack of detailed contributing factors highlights systemic dangers in the intersection and the need for further investigation into driver behavior.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan in Brooklyn▸Nov 19 - Two sedans collided northbound near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 AM near 853 New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling northbound collided, with the rear vehicle striking the center back end of the front vehicle. The driver of the rear sedan, a 34-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report attributes the crash to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' on the part of the rear driver. Both vehicles were damaged at the point of impact: the rear vehicle at its front bumper and the front vehicle at its center back end. The driver of the rear sedan was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian on Brooklyn Church Ave▸Nov 18 - A 68-year-old pedestrian suffered full-body injuries and whiplash after a 2024 Jeep SUV hit her off the roadway on Church Avenue. The SUV, traveling west, impacted center front. The driver, 38, also injured, remained conscious and belted.
According to the police report, a 2024 Jeep SUV traveling west on Church Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her entire body and complained of whiplash. The SUV's point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision. The driver, a 38-year-old male occupant, was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor but does not specify which party it applies to. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's position off the roadway was noted, but no contributing victim behaviors were listed. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when not in the roadway and the severe injuries that can result from vehicle impacts.
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Two-Vehicle Collision Injures Brooklyn Driver, Child Passenger▸Nov 18 - A sedan and pick-up truck collided on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. The female sedan driver and a child passenger suffered moderate injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north when impact occurred. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:40 AM on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn involving a 2020 Kia sedan and a 2015 Ford pick-up truck, both traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper struck the pick-up truck's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old female, was injured in the back with injury severity level 3 and was wearing a lap belt. A 7-year-old male child passenger in the sedan was also injured in the hip-upper leg area with injury severity level 3 and was secured in a child restraint. Both occupants experienced shock but were not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both occupants and does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision resulted in vehicle damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and right rear bumper of the pick-up truck.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 17 - An e-bike rider suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm after a collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred at night, with the rider conscious and wearing a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female e-bike rider traveling north on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn was injured at 8:16 p.m. The report states the crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by one party. The rider, who was wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The e-bike's left front bumper was the point of impact, and the rider was the sole occupant. The report identifies the contributing factor as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' highlighting driver error as the cause. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Dec 13 - A sedan making a left turn hit a 35-year-old woman crossing Avenue D with the signal. The pedestrian suffered full-body injuries and shock. Driver inattention and distraction caused the collision, highlighting dangers at Brooklyn intersections.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a sedan on Avenue D in Brooklyn at 8:25 p.m. The vehicle, a 2011 Honda sedan, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the time of impact. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her entire body and was in shock following the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the center front end. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally but failed to maintain attention, resulting in this serious injury to a vulnerable road user.
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Sedan Hits E-Bike on Brooklyn Avenue▸Dec 9 - A sedan making a right turn struck a westbound e-bike on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. The 36-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Driver distraction was cited as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:29 PM on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2014 Ford sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn when it collided with a westbound 2021 Zhen e-bike. The point of impact was the sedan's right front quarter panel and the e-bike's left front quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 36-year-old man, was ejected from the e-bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity level 3. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the collision. No other contributing factors related to the bicyclist were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in Brooklyn.
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Child Struck Crossing Brooklyn Street, Injured▸Dec 6 - A 9-year-old boy crossing East 54th Street was hit by a southbound vehicle. He suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Police cite unspecified driver error. The child was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 9-year-old male pedestrian was struck while crossing East 54th Street in Brooklyn at 14:20. The child was not at an intersection or crosswalk. He suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of pain and nausea. The vehicle was traveling south, going straight ahead. The police report lists unspecified contributing factors, indicating driver error played a role in the crash. The child was left in shock after the collision. No pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.
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Pedestrian Struck Crossing Clarkson Avenue▸Dec 4 - A 20-year-old woman crossing with the signal on Clarkson Avenue suffered hip and leg injuries. She was left in shock. No driver errors or vehicle details were listed in the police report.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Clarkson Avenue at East 56th Street in Brooklyn at 1:50 PM. She was crossing with the signal when a vehicle struck her, causing injuries to her hip and upper leg and leaving her in shock. The report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors. No information about the vehicle or driver is provided. The absence of listed driver actions leaves the cause unaddressed in the official record.
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Bus Rear-Ends SUV Causing Whiplash Injury▸Dec 4 - A bus struck the rear of an SUV on Linden Blvd in Brooklyn. The SUV driver, a 56-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite the bus driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a bus traveling westbound on Linden Blvd rear-ended a slowing or stopping SUV also heading west. The impact occurred at the center front end of the bus and the center back end of the SUV. The SUV driver, a 56-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies the bus driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," a failure to maintain a safe distance behind the SUV. Both drivers were licensed, and the SUV driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating by large vehicles in Brooklyn traffic.
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SUV Slams Motorcycle From Behind on Albany Ave▸Dec 1 - A Dodge SUV plowed into a 25-year-old motorcyclist on Albany Avenue, crushing his body and leaving him unconscious. The bike was destroyed. The street fell silent as the young man lay broken, ejected, and battered in the Brooklyn night.
A violent crash unfolded on Albany Avenue near Farragut Road at 1:41 a.m., according to the police report. A Dodge SUV struck a 25-year-old man riding a ZHI motorcycle from behind, ejecting him and causing severe crush injuries to his entire body. The police report states the SUV's driver was inattentive or distracted, listing 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The motorcyclist was left unconscious at the scene, his motorcycle demolished. The report further notes 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors in the crash. The SUV's front end collided with the motorcycle's rear, a classic pattern of driver error and systemic danger for vulnerable road users. The police report records that the motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this detail appears only after the driver’s documented failures.
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Distracted Sedan Driver Tears Pedestrian’s Eye on Utica▸Nov 29 - A sedan struck a 75-year-old man on Utica Avenue, tearing his eye and leaving blood on the street. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, wounded and upright, as the city’s traffic pressed on around him.
A 75-year-old man was struck by a sedan on Utica Avenue near Church Avenue in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The collision occurred outside the crosswalk at 17:24. The report states, 'A sedan struck a 75-year-old man outside the crosswalk. His eye torn, blood on the asphalt. He stayed conscious.' The police report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact, causing severe lacerations to the pedestrian’s eye. The report does not list any pedestrian behaviors as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver’s distraction, which led to the violent impact and left the pedestrian injured on the roadway.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest▸Nov 27 - A driver struck three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, hit a vehicle with a pregnant woman, then crashed into an empty car. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her at the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee was arrested after a chaotic crash in Brooklyn. According to police, the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before New York City Sheriffs arrested her nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to the hospital for evaluation, but no serious injuries were reported. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights the dangers of hit-and-run behavior and the risks faced by vulnerable road users at busy intersections.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
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Aggressive Driving Causes Collision on Farragut Rd▸Nov 26 - A sedan making a left turn collided with a northbound bus on Farragut Rd in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, aged 68, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:02 on Farragut Rd near Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling northwest was making a left turn when it collided with a northbound bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the bus. The sedan driver, a 68-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly lists aggressive driving and road rage as the primary contributing factors to the collision. There is no indication of victim fault or other contributing factors. The bus had no occupants and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Brooklyn SUV and Box Truck Collide on Church Ave▸Nov 24 - A westbound SUV making a left turn collided with a box truck driving straight on Church Ave. The SUV driver, a 54-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Faulty traffic control devices contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Church Ave in Brooklyn at 10:53 AM. A 2016 SUV driven by a 54-year-old woman was making a left turn when it collided with a westbound box truck traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front bumper of the truck. The SUV driver sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were damaged on their respective impact points. The report cites 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as a contributing factor twice, indicating systemic failure in traffic signaling. The SUV driver was also noted to have a contributing factor labeled 'Other Vehicular.' The report does not assign fault to the injured driver but highlights driver errors linked to malfunctioning traffic controls.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing with Signal on Clarkson Ave▸Nov 21 - A 29-year-old man was struck at an intersection on Clarkson Ave while crossing with the signal. The vehicle, traveling north, hit him head-on. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing serious abdominal and pelvic injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clarkson Ave near New York Ave in Brooklyn at 9:06 PM. A 29-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by a vehicle traveling north. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, which sustained damage there as well. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The driver was going straight ahead and struck the pedestrian at the intersection, highlighting a critical failure to yield or stop as required by traffic control devices.
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Bus Merging Collides with Sedan on Utica Ave▸Nov 21 - A bus merging south on Utica Avenue struck a sedan making a right turn, impacting the sedan's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash dynamics.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:55 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A bus traveling south was merging when it collided with a sedan making a right turn. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear bumper and the bus's left front bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old female occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report cites 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, indicating hazardous road conditions. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed, but the merging maneuver by the bus and the right turn by the sedan under slippery conditions created the collision. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Two Pedestrians Struck Crossing New York Avenue▸Nov 21 - Two pedestrians crossing with the signal on New York Avenue hit by sedans. Both injured. Limited driver view and slippery pavement played a role. Brooklyn intersection, late afternoon. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two pedestrians, a 79-year-old woman and a 56-year-old man, were crossing New York Avenue with the signal near Foster Avenue in Brooklyn when they were struck by two sedans. Both pedestrians suffered injuries—one to the entire body, the other to the knee, lower leg, and foot. Both were reported in shock. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both drivers, highlighting limited visibility. 'Pavement Slippery' was also cited. One sedan was making a left turn southbound, the other was traveling straight west. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver visibility issues and road conditions were critical in this crash.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal on Ralph Ave▸Nov 21 - A 67-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle struck the pedestrian, causing contusions and bruises. The driver’s errors remain unspecified in the report.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the crash. The vehicle involved was a 2015 model registered in New York, with one occupant. The point of impact and vehicle damage were recorded as 'Other.' The report does not specify any contributing factors related to the driver or the vehicle, nor does it list any pedestrian errors. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating no fault on his part. The lack of detailed contributing factors highlights systemic dangers in the intersection and the need for further investigation into driver behavior.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan in Brooklyn▸Nov 19 - Two sedans collided northbound near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 AM near 853 New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling northbound collided, with the rear vehicle striking the center back end of the front vehicle. The driver of the rear sedan, a 34-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report attributes the crash to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' on the part of the rear driver. Both vehicles were damaged at the point of impact: the rear vehicle at its front bumper and the front vehicle at its center back end. The driver of the rear sedan was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian on Brooklyn Church Ave▸Nov 18 - A 68-year-old pedestrian suffered full-body injuries and whiplash after a 2024 Jeep SUV hit her off the roadway on Church Avenue. The SUV, traveling west, impacted center front. The driver, 38, also injured, remained conscious and belted.
According to the police report, a 2024 Jeep SUV traveling west on Church Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her entire body and complained of whiplash. The SUV's point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision. The driver, a 38-year-old male occupant, was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor but does not specify which party it applies to. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's position off the roadway was noted, but no contributing victim behaviors were listed. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when not in the roadway and the severe injuries that can result from vehicle impacts.
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Two-Vehicle Collision Injures Brooklyn Driver, Child Passenger▸Nov 18 - A sedan and pick-up truck collided on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. The female sedan driver and a child passenger suffered moderate injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north when impact occurred. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:40 AM on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn involving a 2020 Kia sedan and a 2015 Ford pick-up truck, both traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper struck the pick-up truck's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old female, was injured in the back with injury severity level 3 and was wearing a lap belt. A 7-year-old male child passenger in the sedan was also injured in the hip-upper leg area with injury severity level 3 and was secured in a child restraint. Both occupants experienced shock but were not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both occupants and does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision resulted in vehicle damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and right rear bumper of the pick-up truck.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 17 - An e-bike rider suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm after a collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred at night, with the rider conscious and wearing a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female e-bike rider traveling north on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn was injured at 8:16 p.m. The report states the crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by one party. The rider, who was wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The e-bike's left front bumper was the point of impact, and the rider was the sole occupant. The report identifies the contributing factor as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' highlighting driver error as the cause. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Dec 9 - A sedan making a right turn struck a westbound e-bike on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. The 36-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Driver distraction was cited as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:29 PM on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2014 Ford sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn when it collided with a westbound 2021 Zhen e-bike. The point of impact was the sedan's right front quarter panel and the e-bike's left front quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 36-year-old man, was ejected from the e-bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity level 3. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the collision. No other contributing factors related to the bicyclist were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in Brooklyn.
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Child Struck Crossing Brooklyn Street, Injured▸Dec 6 - A 9-year-old boy crossing East 54th Street was hit by a southbound vehicle. He suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Police cite unspecified driver error. The child was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 9-year-old male pedestrian was struck while crossing East 54th Street in Brooklyn at 14:20. The child was not at an intersection or crosswalk. He suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of pain and nausea. The vehicle was traveling south, going straight ahead. The police report lists unspecified contributing factors, indicating driver error played a role in the crash. The child was left in shock after the collision. No pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.
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Pedestrian Struck Crossing Clarkson Avenue▸Dec 4 - A 20-year-old woman crossing with the signal on Clarkson Avenue suffered hip and leg injuries. She was left in shock. No driver errors or vehicle details were listed in the police report.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Clarkson Avenue at East 56th Street in Brooklyn at 1:50 PM. She was crossing with the signal when a vehicle struck her, causing injuries to her hip and upper leg and leaving her in shock. The report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors. No information about the vehicle or driver is provided. The absence of listed driver actions leaves the cause unaddressed in the official record.
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Bus Rear-Ends SUV Causing Whiplash Injury▸Dec 4 - A bus struck the rear of an SUV on Linden Blvd in Brooklyn. The SUV driver, a 56-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite the bus driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a bus traveling westbound on Linden Blvd rear-ended a slowing or stopping SUV also heading west. The impact occurred at the center front end of the bus and the center back end of the SUV. The SUV driver, a 56-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies the bus driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," a failure to maintain a safe distance behind the SUV. Both drivers were licensed, and the SUV driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating by large vehicles in Brooklyn traffic.
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SUV Slams Motorcycle From Behind on Albany Ave▸Dec 1 - A Dodge SUV plowed into a 25-year-old motorcyclist on Albany Avenue, crushing his body and leaving him unconscious. The bike was destroyed. The street fell silent as the young man lay broken, ejected, and battered in the Brooklyn night.
A violent crash unfolded on Albany Avenue near Farragut Road at 1:41 a.m., according to the police report. A Dodge SUV struck a 25-year-old man riding a ZHI motorcycle from behind, ejecting him and causing severe crush injuries to his entire body. The police report states the SUV's driver was inattentive or distracted, listing 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The motorcyclist was left unconscious at the scene, his motorcycle demolished. The report further notes 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors in the crash. The SUV's front end collided with the motorcycle's rear, a classic pattern of driver error and systemic danger for vulnerable road users. The police report records that the motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this detail appears only after the driver’s documented failures.
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Distracted Sedan Driver Tears Pedestrian’s Eye on Utica▸Nov 29 - A sedan struck a 75-year-old man on Utica Avenue, tearing his eye and leaving blood on the street. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, wounded and upright, as the city’s traffic pressed on around him.
A 75-year-old man was struck by a sedan on Utica Avenue near Church Avenue in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The collision occurred outside the crosswalk at 17:24. The report states, 'A sedan struck a 75-year-old man outside the crosswalk. His eye torn, blood on the asphalt. He stayed conscious.' The police report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact, causing severe lacerations to the pedestrian’s eye. The report does not list any pedestrian behaviors as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver’s distraction, which led to the violent impact and left the pedestrian injured on the roadway.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest▸Nov 27 - A driver struck three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, hit a vehicle with a pregnant woman, then crashed into an empty car. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her at the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee was arrested after a chaotic crash in Brooklyn. According to police, the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before New York City Sheriffs arrested her nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to the hospital for evaluation, but no serious injuries were reported. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights the dangers of hit-and-run behavior and the risks faced by vulnerable road users at busy intersections.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
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Aggressive Driving Causes Collision on Farragut Rd▸Nov 26 - A sedan making a left turn collided with a northbound bus on Farragut Rd in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, aged 68, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:02 on Farragut Rd near Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling northwest was making a left turn when it collided with a northbound bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the bus. The sedan driver, a 68-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly lists aggressive driving and road rage as the primary contributing factors to the collision. There is no indication of victim fault or other contributing factors. The bus had no occupants and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Brooklyn SUV and Box Truck Collide on Church Ave▸Nov 24 - A westbound SUV making a left turn collided with a box truck driving straight on Church Ave. The SUV driver, a 54-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Faulty traffic control devices contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Church Ave in Brooklyn at 10:53 AM. A 2016 SUV driven by a 54-year-old woman was making a left turn when it collided with a westbound box truck traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front bumper of the truck. The SUV driver sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were damaged on their respective impact points. The report cites 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as a contributing factor twice, indicating systemic failure in traffic signaling. The SUV driver was also noted to have a contributing factor labeled 'Other Vehicular.' The report does not assign fault to the injured driver but highlights driver errors linked to malfunctioning traffic controls.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing with Signal on Clarkson Ave▸Nov 21 - A 29-year-old man was struck at an intersection on Clarkson Ave while crossing with the signal. The vehicle, traveling north, hit him head-on. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing serious abdominal and pelvic injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clarkson Ave near New York Ave in Brooklyn at 9:06 PM. A 29-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by a vehicle traveling north. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, which sustained damage there as well. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The driver was going straight ahead and struck the pedestrian at the intersection, highlighting a critical failure to yield or stop as required by traffic control devices.
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Bus Merging Collides with Sedan on Utica Ave▸Nov 21 - A bus merging south on Utica Avenue struck a sedan making a right turn, impacting the sedan's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash dynamics.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:55 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A bus traveling south was merging when it collided with a sedan making a right turn. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear bumper and the bus's left front bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old female occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report cites 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, indicating hazardous road conditions. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed, but the merging maneuver by the bus and the right turn by the sedan under slippery conditions created the collision. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Two Pedestrians Struck Crossing New York Avenue▸Nov 21 - Two pedestrians crossing with the signal on New York Avenue hit by sedans. Both injured. Limited driver view and slippery pavement played a role. Brooklyn intersection, late afternoon. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two pedestrians, a 79-year-old woman and a 56-year-old man, were crossing New York Avenue with the signal near Foster Avenue in Brooklyn when they were struck by two sedans. Both pedestrians suffered injuries—one to the entire body, the other to the knee, lower leg, and foot. Both were reported in shock. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both drivers, highlighting limited visibility. 'Pavement Slippery' was also cited. One sedan was making a left turn southbound, the other was traveling straight west. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver visibility issues and road conditions were critical in this crash.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal on Ralph Ave▸Nov 21 - A 67-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle struck the pedestrian, causing contusions and bruises. The driver’s errors remain unspecified in the report.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the crash. The vehicle involved was a 2015 model registered in New York, with one occupant. The point of impact and vehicle damage were recorded as 'Other.' The report does not specify any contributing factors related to the driver or the vehicle, nor does it list any pedestrian errors. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating no fault on his part. The lack of detailed contributing factors highlights systemic dangers in the intersection and the need for further investigation into driver behavior.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan in Brooklyn▸Nov 19 - Two sedans collided northbound near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 AM near 853 New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling northbound collided, with the rear vehicle striking the center back end of the front vehicle. The driver of the rear sedan, a 34-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report attributes the crash to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' on the part of the rear driver. Both vehicles were damaged at the point of impact: the rear vehicle at its front bumper and the front vehicle at its center back end. The driver of the rear sedan was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian on Brooklyn Church Ave▸Nov 18 - A 68-year-old pedestrian suffered full-body injuries and whiplash after a 2024 Jeep SUV hit her off the roadway on Church Avenue. The SUV, traveling west, impacted center front. The driver, 38, also injured, remained conscious and belted.
According to the police report, a 2024 Jeep SUV traveling west on Church Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her entire body and complained of whiplash. The SUV's point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision. The driver, a 38-year-old male occupant, was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor but does not specify which party it applies to. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's position off the roadway was noted, but no contributing victim behaviors were listed. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when not in the roadway and the severe injuries that can result from vehicle impacts.
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Two-Vehicle Collision Injures Brooklyn Driver, Child Passenger▸Nov 18 - A sedan and pick-up truck collided on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. The female sedan driver and a child passenger suffered moderate injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north when impact occurred. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:40 AM on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn involving a 2020 Kia sedan and a 2015 Ford pick-up truck, both traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper struck the pick-up truck's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old female, was injured in the back with injury severity level 3 and was wearing a lap belt. A 7-year-old male child passenger in the sedan was also injured in the hip-upper leg area with injury severity level 3 and was secured in a child restraint. Both occupants experienced shock but were not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both occupants and does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision resulted in vehicle damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and right rear bumper of the pick-up truck.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 17 - An e-bike rider suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm after a collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred at night, with the rider conscious and wearing a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female e-bike rider traveling north on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn was injured at 8:16 p.m. The report states the crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by one party. The rider, who was wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The e-bike's left front bumper was the point of impact, and the rider was the sole occupant. The report identifies the contributing factor as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' highlighting driver error as the cause. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Dec 6 - A 9-year-old boy crossing East 54th Street was hit by a southbound vehicle. He suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Police cite unspecified driver error. The child was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 9-year-old male pedestrian was struck while crossing East 54th Street in Brooklyn at 14:20. The child was not at an intersection or crosswalk. He suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of pain and nausea. The vehicle was traveling south, going straight ahead. The police report lists unspecified contributing factors, indicating driver error played a role in the crash. The child was left in shock after the collision. No pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.
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Pedestrian Struck Crossing Clarkson Avenue▸Dec 4 - A 20-year-old woman crossing with the signal on Clarkson Avenue suffered hip and leg injuries. She was left in shock. No driver errors or vehicle details were listed in the police report.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Clarkson Avenue at East 56th Street in Brooklyn at 1:50 PM. She was crossing with the signal when a vehicle struck her, causing injuries to her hip and upper leg and leaving her in shock. The report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors. No information about the vehicle or driver is provided. The absence of listed driver actions leaves the cause unaddressed in the official record.
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Bus Rear-Ends SUV Causing Whiplash Injury▸Dec 4 - A bus struck the rear of an SUV on Linden Blvd in Brooklyn. The SUV driver, a 56-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite the bus driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a bus traveling westbound on Linden Blvd rear-ended a slowing or stopping SUV also heading west. The impact occurred at the center front end of the bus and the center back end of the SUV. The SUV driver, a 56-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies the bus driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," a failure to maintain a safe distance behind the SUV. Both drivers were licensed, and the SUV driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating by large vehicles in Brooklyn traffic.
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SUV Slams Motorcycle From Behind on Albany Ave▸Dec 1 - A Dodge SUV plowed into a 25-year-old motorcyclist on Albany Avenue, crushing his body and leaving him unconscious. The bike was destroyed. The street fell silent as the young man lay broken, ejected, and battered in the Brooklyn night.
A violent crash unfolded on Albany Avenue near Farragut Road at 1:41 a.m., according to the police report. A Dodge SUV struck a 25-year-old man riding a ZHI motorcycle from behind, ejecting him and causing severe crush injuries to his entire body. The police report states the SUV's driver was inattentive or distracted, listing 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The motorcyclist was left unconscious at the scene, his motorcycle demolished. The report further notes 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors in the crash. The SUV's front end collided with the motorcycle's rear, a classic pattern of driver error and systemic danger for vulnerable road users. The police report records that the motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this detail appears only after the driver’s documented failures.
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Distracted Sedan Driver Tears Pedestrian’s Eye on Utica▸Nov 29 - A sedan struck a 75-year-old man on Utica Avenue, tearing his eye and leaving blood on the street. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, wounded and upright, as the city’s traffic pressed on around him.
A 75-year-old man was struck by a sedan on Utica Avenue near Church Avenue in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The collision occurred outside the crosswalk at 17:24. The report states, 'A sedan struck a 75-year-old man outside the crosswalk. His eye torn, blood on the asphalt. He stayed conscious.' The police report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact, causing severe lacerations to the pedestrian’s eye. The report does not list any pedestrian behaviors as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver’s distraction, which led to the violent impact and left the pedestrian injured on the roadway.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest▸Nov 27 - A driver struck three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, hit a vehicle with a pregnant woman, then crashed into an empty car. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her at the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee was arrested after a chaotic crash in Brooklyn. According to police, the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before New York City Sheriffs arrested her nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to the hospital for evaluation, but no serious injuries were reported. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights the dangers of hit-and-run behavior and the risks faced by vulnerable road users at busy intersections.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
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Aggressive Driving Causes Collision on Farragut Rd▸Nov 26 - A sedan making a left turn collided with a northbound bus on Farragut Rd in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, aged 68, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:02 on Farragut Rd near Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling northwest was making a left turn when it collided with a northbound bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the bus. The sedan driver, a 68-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly lists aggressive driving and road rage as the primary contributing factors to the collision. There is no indication of victim fault or other contributing factors. The bus had no occupants and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Brooklyn SUV and Box Truck Collide on Church Ave▸Nov 24 - A westbound SUV making a left turn collided with a box truck driving straight on Church Ave. The SUV driver, a 54-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Faulty traffic control devices contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Church Ave in Brooklyn at 10:53 AM. A 2016 SUV driven by a 54-year-old woman was making a left turn when it collided with a westbound box truck traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front bumper of the truck. The SUV driver sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were damaged on their respective impact points. The report cites 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as a contributing factor twice, indicating systemic failure in traffic signaling. The SUV driver was also noted to have a contributing factor labeled 'Other Vehicular.' The report does not assign fault to the injured driver but highlights driver errors linked to malfunctioning traffic controls.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing with Signal on Clarkson Ave▸Nov 21 - A 29-year-old man was struck at an intersection on Clarkson Ave while crossing with the signal. The vehicle, traveling north, hit him head-on. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing serious abdominal and pelvic injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clarkson Ave near New York Ave in Brooklyn at 9:06 PM. A 29-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by a vehicle traveling north. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, which sustained damage there as well. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The driver was going straight ahead and struck the pedestrian at the intersection, highlighting a critical failure to yield or stop as required by traffic control devices.
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Bus Merging Collides with Sedan on Utica Ave▸Nov 21 - A bus merging south on Utica Avenue struck a sedan making a right turn, impacting the sedan's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash dynamics.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:55 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A bus traveling south was merging when it collided with a sedan making a right turn. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear bumper and the bus's left front bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old female occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report cites 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, indicating hazardous road conditions. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed, but the merging maneuver by the bus and the right turn by the sedan under slippery conditions created the collision. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Two Pedestrians Struck Crossing New York Avenue▸Nov 21 - Two pedestrians crossing with the signal on New York Avenue hit by sedans. Both injured. Limited driver view and slippery pavement played a role. Brooklyn intersection, late afternoon. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two pedestrians, a 79-year-old woman and a 56-year-old man, were crossing New York Avenue with the signal near Foster Avenue in Brooklyn when they were struck by two sedans. Both pedestrians suffered injuries—one to the entire body, the other to the knee, lower leg, and foot. Both were reported in shock. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both drivers, highlighting limited visibility. 'Pavement Slippery' was also cited. One sedan was making a left turn southbound, the other was traveling straight west. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver visibility issues and road conditions were critical in this crash.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal on Ralph Ave▸Nov 21 - A 67-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle struck the pedestrian, causing contusions and bruises. The driver’s errors remain unspecified in the report.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the crash. The vehicle involved was a 2015 model registered in New York, with one occupant. The point of impact and vehicle damage were recorded as 'Other.' The report does not specify any contributing factors related to the driver or the vehicle, nor does it list any pedestrian errors. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating no fault on his part. The lack of detailed contributing factors highlights systemic dangers in the intersection and the need for further investigation into driver behavior.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan in Brooklyn▸Nov 19 - Two sedans collided northbound near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 AM near 853 New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling northbound collided, with the rear vehicle striking the center back end of the front vehicle. The driver of the rear sedan, a 34-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report attributes the crash to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' on the part of the rear driver. Both vehicles were damaged at the point of impact: the rear vehicle at its front bumper and the front vehicle at its center back end. The driver of the rear sedan was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian on Brooklyn Church Ave▸Nov 18 - A 68-year-old pedestrian suffered full-body injuries and whiplash after a 2024 Jeep SUV hit her off the roadway on Church Avenue. The SUV, traveling west, impacted center front. The driver, 38, also injured, remained conscious and belted.
According to the police report, a 2024 Jeep SUV traveling west on Church Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her entire body and complained of whiplash. The SUV's point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision. The driver, a 38-year-old male occupant, was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor but does not specify which party it applies to. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's position off the roadway was noted, but no contributing victim behaviors were listed. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when not in the roadway and the severe injuries that can result from vehicle impacts.
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Two-Vehicle Collision Injures Brooklyn Driver, Child Passenger▸Nov 18 - A sedan and pick-up truck collided on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. The female sedan driver and a child passenger suffered moderate injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north when impact occurred. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:40 AM on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn involving a 2020 Kia sedan and a 2015 Ford pick-up truck, both traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper struck the pick-up truck's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old female, was injured in the back with injury severity level 3 and was wearing a lap belt. A 7-year-old male child passenger in the sedan was also injured in the hip-upper leg area with injury severity level 3 and was secured in a child restraint. Both occupants experienced shock but were not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both occupants and does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision resulted in vehicle damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and right rear bumper of the pick-up truck.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 17 - An e-bike rider suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm after a collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred at night, with the rider conscious and wearing a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female e-bike rider traveling north on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn was injured at 8:16 p.m. The report states the crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by one party. The rider, who was wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The e-bike's left front bumper was the point of impact, and the rider was the sole occupant. The report identifies the contributing factor as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' highlighting driver error as the cause. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Dec 4 - A 20-year-old woman crossing with the signal on Clarkson Avenue suffered hip and leg injuries. She was left in shock. No driver errors or vehicle details were listed in the police report.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Clarkson Avenue at East 56th Street in Brooklyn at 1:50 PM. She was crossing with the signal when a vehicle struck her, causing injuries to her hip and upper leg and leaving her in shock. The report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors. No information about the vehicle or driver is provided. The absence of listed driver actions leaves the cause unaddressed in the official record.
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Bus Rear-Ends SUV Causing Whiplash Injury▸Dec 4 - A bus struck the rear of an SUV on Linden Blvd in Brooklyn. The SUV driver, a 56-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite the bus driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a bus traveling westbound on Linden Blvd rear-ended a slowing or stopping SUV also heading west. The impact occurred at the center front end of the bus and the center back end of the SUV. The SUV driver, a 56-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies the bus driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," a failure to maintain a safe distance behind the SUV. Both drivers were licensed, and the SUV driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating by large vehicles in Brooklyn traffic.
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SUV Slams Motorcycle From Behind on Albany Ave▸Dec 1 - A Dodge SUV plowed into a 25-year-old motorcyclist on Albany Avenue, crushing his body and leaving him unconscious. The bike was destroyed. The street fell silent as the young man lay broken, ejected, and battered in the Brooklyn night.
A violent crash unfolded on Albany Avenue near Farragut Road at 1:41 a.m., according to the police report. A Dodge SUV struck a 25-year-old man riding a ZHI motorcycle from behind, ejecting him and causing severe crush injuries to his entire body. The police report states the SUV's driver was inattentive or distracted, listing 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The motorcyclist was left unconscious at the scene, his motorcycle demolished. The report further notes 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors in the crash. The SUV's front end collided with the motorcycle's rear, a classic pattern of driver error and systemic danger for vulnerable road users. The police report records that the motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this detail appears only after the driver’s documented failures.
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Distracted Sedan Driver Tears Pedestrian’s Eye on Utica▸Nov 29 - A sedan struck a 75-year-old man on Utica Avenue, tearing his eye and leaving blood on the street. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, wounded and upright, as the city’s traffic pressed on around him.
A 75-year-old man was struck by a sedan on Utica Avenue near Church Avenue in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The collision occurred outside the crosswalk at 17:24. The report states, 'A sedan struck a 75-year-old man outside the crosswalk. His eye torn, blood on the asphalt. He stayed conscious.' The police report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact, causing severe lacerations to the pedestrian’s eye. The report does not list any pedestrian behaviors as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver’s distraction, which led to the violent impact and left the pedestrian injured on the roadway.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest▸Nov 27 - A driver struck three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, hit a vehicle with a pregnant woman, then crashed into an empty car. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her at the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee was arrested after a chaotic crash in Brooklyn. According to police, the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before New York City Sheriffs arrested her nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to the hospital for evaluation, but no serious injuries were reported. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights the dangers of hit-and-run behavior and the risks faced by vulnerable road users at busy intersections.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
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Aggressive Driving Causes Collision on Farragut Rd▸Nov 26 - A sedan making a left turn collided with a northbound bus on Farragut Rd in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, aged 68, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:02 on Farragut Rd near Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling northwest was making a left turn when it collided with a northbound bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the bus. The sedan driver, a 68-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly lists aggressive driving and road rage as the primary contributing factors to the collision. There is no indication of victim fault or other contributing factors. The bus had no occupants and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Brooklyn SUV and Box Truck Collide on Church Ave▸Nov 24 - A westbound SUV making a left turn collided with a box truck driving straight on Church Ave. The SUV driver, a 54-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Faulty traffic control devices contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Church Ave in Brooklyn at 10:53 AM. A 2016 SUV driven by a 54-year-old woman was making a left turn when it collided with a westbound box truck traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front bumper of the truck. The SUV driver sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were damaged on their respective impact points. The report cites 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as a contributing factor twice, indicating systemic failure in traffic signaling. The SUV driver was also noted to have a contributing factor labeled 'Other Vehicular.' The report does not assign fault to the injured driver but highlights driver errors linked to malfunctioning traffic controls.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing with Signal on Clarkson Ave▸Nov 21 - A 29-year-old man was struck at an intersection on Clarkson Ave while crossing with the signal. The vehicle, traveling north, hit him head-on. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing serious abdominal and pelvic injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clarkson Ave near New York Ave in Brooklyn at 9:06 PM. A 29-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by a vehicle traveling north. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, which sustained damage there as well. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The driver was going straight ahead and struck the pedestrian at the intersection, highlighting a critical failure to yield or stop as required by traffic control devices.
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Bus Merging Collides with Sedan on Utica Ave▸Nov 21 - A bus merging south on Utica Avenue struck a sedan making a right turn, impacting the sedan's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash dynamics.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:55 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A bus traveling south was merging when it collided with a sedan making a right turn. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear bumper and the bus's left front bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old female occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report cites 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, indicating hazardous road conditions. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed, but the merging maneuver by the bus and the right turn by the sedan under slippery conditions created the collision. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Two Pedestrians Struck Crossing New York Avenue▸Nov 21 - Two pedestrians crossing with the signal on New York Avenue hit by sedans. Both injured. Limited driver view and slippery pavement played a role. Brooklyn intersection, late afternoon. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two pedestrians, a 79-year-old woman and a 56-year-old man, were crossing New York Avenue with the signal near Foster Avenue in Brooklyn when they were struck by two sedans. Both pedestrians suffered injuries—one to the entire body, the other to the knee, lower leg, and foot. Both were reported in shock. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both drivers, highlighting limited visibility. 'Pavement Slippery' was also cited. One sedan was making a left turn southbound, the other was traveling straight west. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver visibility issues and road conditions were critical in this crash.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal on Ralph Ave▸Nov 21 - A 67-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle struck the pedestrian, causing contusions and bruises. The driver’s errors remain unspecified in the report.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the crash. The vehicle involved was a 2015 model registered in New York, with one occupant. The point of impact and vehicle damage were recorded as 'Other.' The report does not specify any contributing factors related to the driver or the vehicle, nor does it list any pedestrian errors. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating no fault on his part. The lack of detailed contributing factors highlights systemic dangers in the intersection and the need for further investigation into driver behavior.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan in Brooklyn▸Nov 19 - Two sedans collided northbound near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 AM near 853 New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling northbound collided, with the rear vehicle striking the center back end of the front vehicle. The driver of the rear sedan, a 34-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report attributes the crash to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' on the part of the rear driver. Both vehicles were damaged at the point of impact: the rear vehicle at its front bumper and the front vehicle at its center back end. The driver of the rear sedan was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian on Brooklyn Church Ave▸Nov 18 - A 68-year-old pedestrian suffered full-body injuries and whiplash after a 2024 Jeep SUV hit her off the roadway on Church Avenue. The SUV, traveling west, impacted center front. The driver, 38, also injured, remained conscious and belted.
According to the police report, a 2024 Jeep SUV traveling west on Church Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her entire body and complained of whiplash. The SUV's point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision. The driver, a 38-year-old male occupant, was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor but does not specify which party it applies to. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's position off the roadway was noted, but no contributing victim behaviors were listed. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when not in the roadway and the severe injuries that can result from vehicle impacts.
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Two-Vehicle Collision Injures Brooklyn Driver, Child Passenger▸Nov 18 - A sedan and pick-up truck collided on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. The female sedan driver and a child passenger suffered moderate injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north when impact occurred. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:40 AM on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn involving a 2020 Kia sedan and a 2015 Ford pick-up truck, both traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper struck the pick-up truck's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old female, was injured in the back with injury severity level 3 and was wearing a lap belt. A 7-year-old male child passenger in the sedan was also injured in the hip-upper leg area with injury severity level 3 and was secured in a child restraint. Both occupants experienced shock but were not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both occupants and does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision resulted in vehicle damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and right rear bumper of the pick-up truck.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 17 - An e-bike rider suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm after a collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred at night, with the rider conscious and wearing a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female e-bike rider traveling north on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn was injured at 8:16 p.m. The report states the crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by one party. The rider, who was wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The e-bike's left front bumper was the point of impact, and the rider was the sole occupant. The report identifies the contributing factor as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' highlighting driver error as the cause. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Dec 4 - A bus struck the rear of an SUV on Linden Blvd in Brooklyn. The SUV driver, a 56-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite the bus driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a bus traveling westbound on Linden Blvd rear-ended a slowing or stopping SUV also heading west. The impact occurred at the center front end of the bus and the center back end of the SUV. The SUV driver, a 56-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies the bus driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," a failure to maintain a safe distance behind the SUV. Both drivers were licensed, and the SUV driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating by large vehicles in Brooklyn traffic.
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SUV Slams Motorcycle From Behind on Albany Ave▸Dec 1 - A Dodge SUV plowed into a 25-year-old motorcyclist on Albany Avenue, crushing his body and leaving him unconscious. The bike was destroyed. The street fell silent as the young man lay broken, ejected, and battered in the Brooklyn night.
A violent crash unfolded on Albany Avenue near Farragut Road at 1:41 a.m., according to the police report. A Dodge SUV struck a 25-year-old man riding a ZHI motorcycle from behind, ejecting him and causing severe crush injuries to his entire body. The police report states the SUV's driver was inattentive or distracted, listing 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The motorcyclist was left unconscious at the scene, his motorcycle demolished. The report further notes 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors in the crash. The SUV's front end collided with the motorcycle's rear, a classic pattern of driver error and systemic danger for vulnerable road users. The police report records that the motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this detail appears only after the driver’s documented failures.
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Distracted Sedan Driver Tears Pedestrian’s Eye on Utica▸Nov 29 - A sedan struck a 75-year-old man on Utica Avenue, tearing his eye and leaving blood on the street. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, wounded and upright, as the city’s traffic pressed on around him.
A 75-year-old man was struck by a sedan on Utica Avenue near Church Avenue in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The collision occurred outside the crosswalk at 17:24. The report states, 'A sedan struck a 75-year-old man outside the crosswalk. His eye torn, blood on the asphalt. He stayed conscious.' The police report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact, causing severe lacerations to the pedestrian’s eye. The report does not list any pedestrian behaviors as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver’s distraction, which led to the violent impact and left the pedestrian injured on the roadway.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest▸Nov 27 - A driver struck three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, hit a vehicle with a pregnant woman, then crashed into an empty car. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her at the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee was arrested after a chaotic crash in Brooklyn. According to police, the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before New York City Sheriffs arrested her nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to the hospital for evaluation, but no serious injuries were reported. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights the dangers of hit-and-run behavior and the risks faced by vulnerable road users at busy intersections.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
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Aggressive Driving Causes Collision on Farragut Rd▸Nov 26 - A sedan making a left turn collided with a northbound bus on Farragut Rd in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, aged 68, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:02 on Farragut Rd near Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling northwest was making a left turn when it collided with a northbound bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the bus. The sedan driver, a 68-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly lists aggressive driving and road rage as the primary contributing factors to the collision. There is no indication of victim fault or other contributing factors. The bus had no occupants and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Brooklyn SUV and Box Truck Collide on Church Ave▸Nov 24 - A westbound SUV making a left turn collided with a box truck driving straight on Church Ave. The SUV driver, a 54-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Faulty traffic control devices contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Church Ave in Brooklyn at 10:53 AM. A 2016 SUV driven by a 54-year-old woman was making a left turn when it collided with a westbound box truck traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front bumper of the truck. The SUV driver sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were damaged on their respective impact points. The report cites 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as a contributing factor twice, indicating systemic failure in traffic signaling. The SUV driver was also noted to have a contributing factor labeled 'Other Vehicular.' The report does not assign fault to the injured driver but highlights driver errors linked to malfunctioning traffic controls.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing with Signal on Clarkson Ave▸Nov 21 - A 29-year-old man was struck at an intersection on Clarkson Ave while crossing with the signal. The vehicle, traveling north, hit him head-on. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing serious abdominal and pelvic injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clarkson Ave near New York Ave in Brooklyn at 9:06 PM. A 29-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by a vehicle traveling north. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, which sustained damage there as well. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The driver was going straight ahead and struck the pedestrian at the intersection, highlighting a critical failure to yield or stop as required by traffic control devices.
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Bus Merging Collides with Sedan on Utica Ave▸Nov 21 - A bus merging south on Utica Avenue struck a sedan making a right turn, impacting the sedan's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash dynamics.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:55 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A bus traveling south was merging when it collided with a sedan making a right turn. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear bumper and the bus's left front bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old female occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report cites 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, indicating hazardous road conditions. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed, but the merging maneuver by the bus and the right turn by the sedan under slippery conditions created the collision. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Two Pedestrians Struck Crossing New York Avenue▸Nov 21 - Two pedestrians crossing with the signal on New York Avenue hit by sedans. Both injured. Limited driver view and slippery pavement played a role. Brooklyn intersection, late afternoon. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two pedestrians, a 79-year-old woman and a 56-year-old man, were crossing New York Avenue with the signal near Foster Avenue in Brooklyn when they were struck by two sedans. Both pedestrians suffered injuries—one to the entire body, the other to the knee, lower leg, and foot. Both were reported in shock. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both drivers, highlighting limited visibility. 'Pavement Slippery' was also cited. One sedan was making a left turn southbound, the other was traveling straight west. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver visibility issues and road conditions were critical in this crash.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal on Ralph Ave▸Nov 21 - A 67-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle struck the pedestrian, causing contusions and bruises. The driver’s errors remain unspecified in the report.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the crash. The vehicle involved was a 2015 model registered in New York, with one occupant. The point of impact and vehicle damage were recorded as 'Other.' The report does not specify any contributing factors related to the driver or the vehicle, nor does it list any pedestrian errors. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating no fault on his part. The lack of detailed contributing factors highlights systemic dangers in the intersection and the need for further investigation into driver behavior.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan in Brooklyn▸Nov 19 - Two sedans collided northbound near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 AM near 853 New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling northbound collided, with the rear vehicle striking the center back end of the front vehicle. The driver of the rear sedan, a 34-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report attributes the crash to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' on the part of the rear driver. Both vehicles were damaged at the point of impact: the rear vehicle at its front bumper and the front vehicle at its center back end. The driver of the rear sedan was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian on Brooklyn Church Ave▸Nov 18 - A 68-year-old pedestrian suffered full-body injuries and whiplash after a 2024 Jeep SUV hit her off the roadway on Church Avenue. The SUV, traveling west, impacted center front. The driver, 38, also injured, remained conscious and belted.
According to the police report, a 2024 Jeep SUV traveling west on Church Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her entire body and complained of whiplash. The SUV's point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision. The driver, a 38-year-old male occupant, was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor but does not specify which party it applies to. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's position off the roadway was noted, but no contributing victim behaviors were listed. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when not in the roadway and the severe injuries that can result from vehicle impacts.
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Two-Vehicle Collision Injures Brooklyn Driver, Child Passenger▸Nov 18 - A sedan and pick-up truck collided on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. The female sedan driver and a child passenger suffered moderate injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north when impact occurred. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:40 AM on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn involving a 2020 Kia sedan and a 2015 Ford pick-up truck, both traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper struck the pick-up truck's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old female, was injured in the back with injury severity level 3 and was wearing a lap belt. A 7-year-old male child passenger in the sedan was also injured in the hip-upper leg area with injury severity level 3 and was secured in a child restraint. Both occupants experienced shock but were not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both occupants and does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision resulted in vehicle damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and right rear bumper of the pick-up truck.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 17 - An e-bike rider suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm after a collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred at night, with the rider conscious and wearing a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female e-bike rider traveling north on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn was injured at 8:16 p.m. The report states the crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by one party. The rider, who was wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The e-bike's left front bumper was the point of impact, and the rider was the sole occupant. The report identifies the contributing factor as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' highlighting driver error as the cause. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Dec 1 - A Dodge SUV plowed into a 25-year-old motorcyclist on Albany Avenue, crushing his body and leaving him unconscious. The bike was destroyed. The street fell silent as the young man lay broken, ejected, and battered in the Brooklyn night.
A violent crash unfolded on Albany Avenue near Farragut Road at 1:41 a.m., according to the police report. A Dodge SUV struck a 25-year-old man riding a ZHI motorcycle from behind, ejecting him and causing severe crush injuries to his entire body. The police report states the SUV's driver was inattentive or distracted, listing 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The motorcyclist was left unconscious at the scene, his motorcycle demolished. The report further notes 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors in the crash. The SUV's front end collided with the motorcycle's rear, a classic pattern of driver error and systemic danger for vulnerable road users. The police report records that the motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this detail appears only after the driver’s documented failures.
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Distracted Sedan Driver Tears Pedestrian’s Eye on Utica▸Nov 29 - A sedan struck a 75-year-old man on Utica Avenue, tearing his eye and leaving blood on the street. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, wounded and upright, as the city’s traffic pressed on around him.
A 75-year-old man was struck by a sedan on Utica Avenue near Church Avenue in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The collision occurred outside the crosswalk at 17:24. The report states, 'A sedan struck a 75-year-old man outside the crosswalk. His eye torn, blood on the asphalt. He stayed conscious.' The police report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact, causing severe lacerations to the pedestrian’s eye. The report does not list any pedestrian behaviors as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver’s distraction, which led to the violent impact and left the pedestrian injured on the roadway.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest▸Nov 27 - A driver struck three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, hit a vehicle with a pregnant woman, then crashed into an empty car. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her at the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee was arrested after a chaotic crash in Brooklyn. According to police, the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before New York City Sheriffs arrested her nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to the hospital for evaluation, but no serious injuries were reported. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights the dangers of hit-and-run behavior and the risks faced by vulnerable road users at busy intersections.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
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Aggressive Driving Causes Collision on Farragut Rd▸Nov 26 - A sedan making a left turn collided with a northbound bus on Farragut Rd in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, aged 68, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:02 on Farragut Rd near Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling northwest was making a left turn when it collided with a northbound bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the bus. The sedan driver, a 68-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly lists aggressive driving and road rage as the primary contributing factors to the collision. There is no indication of victim fault or other contributing factors. The bus had no occupants and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Brooklyn SUV and Box Truck Collide on Church Ave▸Nov 24 - A westbound SUV making a left turn collided with a box truck driving straight on Church Ave. The SUV driver, a 54-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Faulty traffic control devices contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Church Ave in Brooklyn at 10:53 AM. A 2016 SUV driven by a 54-year-old woman was making a left turn when it collided with a westbound box truck traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front bumper of the truck. The SUV driver sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were damaged on their respective impact points. The report cites 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as a contributing factor twice, indicating systemic failure in traffic signaling. The SUV driver was also noted to have a contributing factor labeled 'Other Vehicular.' The report does not assign fault to the injured driver but highlights driver errors linked to malfunctioning traffic controls.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing with Signal on Clarkson Ave▸Nov 21 - A 29-year-old man was struck at an intersection on Clarkson Ave while crossing with the signal. The vehicle, traveling north, hit him head-on. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing serious abdominal and pelvic injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clarkson Ave near New York Ave in Brooklyn at 9:06 PM. A 29-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by a vehicle traveling north. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, which sustained damage there as well. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The driver was going straight ahead and struck the pedestrian at the intersection, highlighting a critical failure to yield or stop as required by traffic control devices.
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Bus Merging Collides with Sedan on Utica Ave▸Nov 21 - A bus merging south on Utica Avenue struck a sedan making a right turn, impacting the sedan's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash dynamics.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:55 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A bus traveling south was merging when it collided with a sedan making a right turn. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear bumper and the bus's left front bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old female occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report cites 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, indicating hazardous road conditions. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed, but the merging maneuver by the bus and the right turn by the sedan under slippery conditions created the collision. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Two Pedestrians Struck Crossing New York Avenue▸Nov 21 - Two pedestrians crossing with the signal on New York Avenue hit by sedans. Both injured. Limited driver view and slippery pavement played a role. Brooklyn intersection, late afternoon. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two pedestrians, a 79-year-old woman and a 56-year-old man, were crossing New York Avenue with the signal near Foster Avenue in Brooklyn when they were struck by two sedans. Both pedestrians suffered injuries—one to the entire body, the other to the knee, lower leg, and foot. Both were reported in shock. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both drivers, highlighting limited visibility. 'Pavement Slippery' was also cited. One sedan was making a left turn southbound, the other was traveling straight west. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver visibility issues and road conditions were critical in this crash.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal on Ralph Ave▸Nov 21 - A 67-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle struck the pedestrian, causing contusions and bruises. The driver’s errors remain unspecified in the report.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the crash. The vehicle involved was a 2015 model registered in New York, with one occupant. The point of impact and vehicle damage were recorded as 'Other.' The report does not specify any contributing factors related to the driver or the vehicle, nor does it list any pedestrian errors. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating no fault on his part. The lack of detailed contributing factors highlights systemic dangers in the intersection and the need for further investigation into driver behavior.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan in Brooklyn▸Nov 19 - Two sedans collided northbound near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 AM near 853 New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling northbound collided, with the rear vehicle striking the center back end of the front vehicle. The driver of the rear sedan, a 34-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report attributes the crash to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' on the part of the rear driver. Both vehicles were damaged at the point of impact: the rear vehicle at its front bumper and the front vehicle at its center back end. The driver of the rear sedan was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian on Brooklyn Church Ave▸Nov 18 - A 68-year-old pedestrian suffered full-body injuries and whiplash after a 2024 Jeep SUV hit her off the roadway on Church Avenue. The SUV, traveling west, impacted center front. The driver, 38, also injured, remained conscious and belted.
According to the police report, a 2024 Jeep SUV traveling west on Church Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her entire body and complained of whiplash. The SUV's point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision. The driver, a 38-year-old male occupant, was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor but does not specify which party it applies to. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's position off the roadway was noted, but no contributing victim behaviors were listed. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when not in the roadway and the severe injuries that can result from vehicle impacts.
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Two-Vehicle Collision Injures Brooklyn Driver, Child Passenger▸Nov 18 - A sedan and pick-up truck collided on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. The female sedan driver and a child passenger suffered moderate injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north when impact occurred. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:40 AM on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn involving a 2020 Kia sedan and a 2015 Ford pick-up truck, both traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper struck the pick-up truck's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old female, was injured in the back with injury severity level 3 and was wearing a lap belt. A 7-year-old male child passenger in the sedan was also injured in the hip-upper leg area with injury severity level 3 and was secured in a child restraint. Both occupants experienced shock but were not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both occupants and does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision resulted in vehicle damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and right rear bumper of the pick-up truck.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 17 - An e-bike rider suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm after a collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred at night, with the rider conscious and wearing a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female e-bike rider traveling north on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn was injured at 8:16 p.m. The report states the crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by one party. The rider, who was wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The e-bike's left front bumper was the point of impact, and the rider was the sole occupant. The report identifies the contributing factor as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' highlighting driver error as the cause. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Nov 29 - A sedan struck a 75-year-old man on Utica Avenue, tearing his eye and leaving blood on the street. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, wounded and upright, as the city’s traffic pressed on around him.
A 75-year-old man was struck by a sedan on Utica Avenue near Church Avenue in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The collision occurred outside the crosswalk at 17:24. The report states, 'A sedan struck a 75-year-old man outside the crosswalk. His eye torn, blood on the asphalt. He stayed conscious.' The police report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact, causing severe lacerations to the pedestrian’s eye. The report does not list any pedestrian behaviors as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver’s distraction, which led to the violent impact and left the pedestrian injured on the roadway.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest▸Nov 27 - A driver struck three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, hit a vehicle with a pregnant woman, then crashed into an empty car. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her at the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee was arrested after a chaotic crash in Brooklyn. According to police, the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before New York City Sheriffs arrested her nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to the hospital for evaluation, but no serious injuries were reported. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights the dangers of hit-and-run behavior and the risks faced by vulnerable road users at busy intersections.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
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Aggressive Driving Causes Collision on Farragut Rd▸Nov 26 - A sedan making a left turn collided with a northbound bus on Farragut Rd in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, aged 68, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:02 on Farragut Rd near Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling northwest was making a left turn when it collided with a northbound bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the bus. The sedan driver, a 68-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly lists aggressive driving and road rage as the primary contributing factors to the collision. There is no indication of victim fault or other contributing factors. The bus had no occupants and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Brooklyn SUV and Box Truck Collide on Church Ave▸Nov 24 - A westbound SUV making a left turn collided with a box truck driving straight on Church Ave. The SUV driver, a 54-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Faulty traffic control devices contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Church Ave in Brooklyn at 10:53 AM. A 2016 SUV driven by a 54-year-old woman was making a left turn when it collided with a westbound box truck traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front bumper of the truck. The SUV driver sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were damaged on their respective impact points. The report cites 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as a contributing factor twice, indicating systemic failure in traffic signaling. The SUV driver was also noted to have a contributing factor labeled 'Other Vehicular.' The report does not assign fault to the injured driver but highlights driver errors linked to malfunctioning traffic controls.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing with Signal on Clarkson Ave▸Nov 21 - A 29-year-old man was struck at an intersection on Clarkson Ave while crossing with the signal. The vehicle, traveling north, hit him head-on. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing serious abdominal and pelvic injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clarkson Ave near New York Ave in Brooklyn at 9:06 PM. A 29-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by a vehicle traveling north. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, which sustained damage there as well. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The driver was going straight ahead and struck the pedestrian at the intersection, highlighting a critical failure to yield or stop as required by traffic control devices.
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Bus Merging Collides with Sedan on Utica Ave▸Nov 21 - A bus merging south on Utica Avenue struck a sedan making a right turn, impacting the sedan's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash dynamics.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:55 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A bus traveling south was merging when it collided with a sedan making a right turn. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear bumper and the bus's left front bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old female occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report cites 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, indicating hazardous road conditions. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed, but the merging maneuver by the bus and the right turn by the sedan under slippery conditions created the collision. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Two Pedestrians Struck Crossing New York Avenue▸Nov 21 - Two pedestrians crossing with the signal on New York Avenue hit by sedans. Both injured. Limited driver view and slippery pavement played a role. Brooklyn intersection, late afternoon. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two pedestrians, a 79-year-old woman and a 56-year-old man, were crossing New York Avenue with the signal near Foster Avenue in Brooklyn when they were struck by two sedans. Both pedestrians suffered injuries—one to the entire body, the other to the knee, lower leg, and foot. Both were reported in shock. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both drivers, highlighting limited visibility. 'Pavement Slippery' was also cited. One sedan was making a left turn southbound, the other was traveling straight west. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver visibility issues and road conditions were critical in this crash.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal on Ralph Ave▸Nov 21 - A 67-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle struck the pedestrian, causing contusions and bruises. The driver’s errors remain unspecified in the report.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the crash. The vehicle involved was a 2015 model registered in New York, with one occupant. The point of impact and vehicle damage were recorded as 'Other.' The report does not specify any contributing factors related to the driver or the vehicle, nor does it list any pedestrian errors. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating no fault on his part. The lack of detailed contributing factors highlights systemic dangers in the intersection and the need for further investigation into driver behavior.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan in Brooklyn▸Nov 19 - Two sedans collided northbound near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 AM near 853 New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling northbound collided, with the rear vehicle striking the center back end of the front vehicle. The driver of the rear sedan, a 34-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report attributes the crash to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' on the part of the rear driver. Both vehicles were damaged at the point of impact: the rear vehicle at its front bumper and the front vehicle at its center back end. The driver of the rear sedan was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian on Brooklyn Church Ave▸Nov 18 - A 68-year-old pedestrian suffered full-body injuries and whiplash after a 2024 Jeep SUV hit her off the roadway on Church Avenue. The SUV, traveling west, impacted center front. The driver, 38, also injured, remained conscious and belted.
According to the police report, a 2024 Jeep SUV traveling west on Church Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her entire body and complained of whiplash. The SUV's point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision. The driver, a 38-year-old male occupant, was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor but does not specify which party it applies to. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's position off the roadway was noted, but no contributing victim behaviors were listed. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when not in the roadway and the severe injuries that can result from vehicle impacts.
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Two-Vehicle Collision Injures Brooklyn Driver, Child Passenger▸Nov 18 - A sedan and pick-up truck collided on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. The female sedan driver and a child passenger suffered moderate injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north when impact occurred. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:40 AM on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn involving a 2020 Kia sedan and a 2015 Ford pick-up truck, both traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper struck the pick-up truck's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old female, was injured in the back with injury severity level 3 and was wearing a lap belt. A 7-year-old male child passenger in the sedan was also injured in the hip-upper leg area with injury severity level 3 and was secured in a child restraint. Both occupants experienced shock but were not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both occupants and does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision resulted in vehicle damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and right rear bumper of the pick-up truck.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 17 - An e-bike rider suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm after a collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred at night, with the rider conscious and wearing a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female e-bike rider traveling north on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn was injured at 8:16 p.m. The report states the crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by one party. The rider, who was wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The e-bike's left front bumper was the point of impact, and the rider was the sole occupant. The report identifies the contributing factor as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' highlighting driver error as the cause. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Nov 27 - A driver struck three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, hit a vehicle with a pregnant woman, then crashed into an empty car. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her at the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee was arrested after a chaotic crash in Brooklyn. According to police, the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before New York City Sheriffs arrested her nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to the hospital for evaluation, but no serious injuries were reported. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights the dangers of hit-and-run behavior and the risks faced by vulnerable road users at busy intersections.
- Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest, Gothamist, Published 2024-11-27
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Aggressive Driving Causes Collision on Farragut Rd▸Nov 26 - A sedan making a left turn collided with a northbound bus on Farragut Rd in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, aged 68, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:02 on Farragut Rd near Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling northwest was making a left turn when it collided with a northbound bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the bus. The sedan driver, a 68-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly lists aggressive driving and road rage as the primary contributing factors to the collision. There is no indication of victim fault or other contributing factors. The bus had no occupants and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Brooklyn SUV and Box Truck Collide on Church Ave▸Nov 24 - A westbound SUV making a left turn collided with a box truck driving straight on Church Ave. The SUV driver, a 54-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Faulty traffic control devices contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Church Ave in Brooklyn at 10:53 AM. A 2016 SUV driven by a 54-year-old woman was making a left turn when it collided with a westbound box truck traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front bumper of the truck. The SUV driver sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were damaged on their respective impact points. The report cites 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as a contributing factor twice, indicating systemic failure in traffic signaling. The SUV driver was also noted to have a contributing factor labeled 'Other Vehicular.' The report does not assign fault to the injured driver but highlights driver errors linked to malfunctioning traffic controls.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing with Signal on Clarkson Ave▸Nov 21 - A 29-year-old man was struck at an intersection on Clarkson Ave while crossing with the signal. The vehicle, traveling north, hit him head-on. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing serious abdominal and pelvic injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clarkson Ave near New York Ave in Brooklyn at 9:06 PM. A 29-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by a vehicle traveling north. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, which sustained damage there as well. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The driver was going straight ahead and struck the pedestrian at the intersection, highlighting a critical failure to yield or stop as required by traffic control devices.
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Bus Merging Collides with Sedan on Utica Ave▸Nov 21 - A bus merging south on Utica Avenue struck a sedan making a right turn, impacting the sedan's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash dynamics.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:55 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A bus traveling south was merging when it collided with a sedan making a right turn. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear bumper and the bus's left front bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old female occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report cites 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, indicating hazardous road conditions. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed, but the merging maneuver by the bus and the right turn by the sedan under slippery conditions created the collision. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Two Pedestrians Struck Crossing New York Avenue▸Nov 21 - Two pedestrians crossing with the signal on New York Avenue hit by sedans. Both injured. Limited driver view and slippery pavement played a role. Brooklyn intersection, late afternoon. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two pedestrians, a 79-year-old woman and a 56-year-old man, were crossing New York Avenue with the signal near Foster Avenue in Brooklyn when they were struck by two sedans. Both pedestrians suffered injuries—one to the entire body, the other to the knee, lower leg, and foot. Both were reported in shock. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both drivers, highlighting limited visibility. 'Pavement Slippery' was also cited. One sedan was making a left turn southbound, the other was traveling straight west. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver visibility issues and road conditions were critical in this crash.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal on Ralph Ave▸Nov 21 - A 67-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle struck the pedestrian, causing contusions and bruises. The driver’s errors remain unspecified in the report.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the crash. The vehicle involved was a 2015 model registered in New York, with one occupant. The point of impact and vehicle damage were recorded as 'Other.' The report does not specify any contributing factors related to the driver or the vehicle, nor does it list any pedestrian errors. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating no fault on his part. The lack of detailed contributing factors highlights systemic dangers in the intersection and the need for further investigation into driver behavior.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan in Brooklyn▸Nov 19 - Two sedans collided northbound near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 AM near 853 New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling northbound collided, with the rear vehicle striking the center back end of the front vehicle. The driver of the rear sedan, a 34-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report attributes the crash to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' on the part of the rear driver. Both vehicles were damaged at the point of impact: the rear vehicle at its front bumper and the front vehicle at its center back end. The driver of the rear sedan was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian on Brooklyn Church Ave▸Nov 18 - A 68-year-old pedestrian suffered full-body injuries and whiplash after a 2024 Jeep SUV hit her off the roadway on Church Avenue. The SUV, traveling west, impacted center front. The driver, 38, also injured, remained conscious and belted.
According to the police report, a 2024 Jeep SUV traveling west on Church Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her entire body and complained of whiplash. The SUV's point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision. The driver, a 38-year-old male occupant, was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor but does not specify which party it applies to. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's position off the roadway was noted, but no contributing victim behaviors were listed. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when not in the roadway and the severe injuries that can result from vehicle impacts.
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Two-Vehicle Collision Injures Brooklyn Driver, Child Passenger▸Nov 18 - A sedan and pick-up truck collided on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. The female sedan driver and a child passenger suffered moderate injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north when impact occurred. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:40 AM on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn involving a 2020 Kia sedan and a 2015 Ford pick-up truck, both traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper struck the pick-up truck's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old female, was injured in the back with injury severity level 3 and was wearing a lap belt. A 7-year-old male child passenger in the sedan was also injured in the hip-upper leg area with injury severity level 3 and was secured in a child restraint. Both occupants experienced shock but were not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both occupants and does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision resulted in vehicle damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and right rear bumper of the pick-up truck.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 17 - An e-bike rider suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm after a collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred at night, with the rider conscious and wearing a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female e-bike rider traveling north on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn was injured at 8:16 p.m. The report states the crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by one party. The rider, who was wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The e-bike's left front bumper was the point of impact, and the rider was the sole occupant. The report identifies the contributing factor as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' highlighting driver error as the cause. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Nov 26 - A sedan making a left turn collided with a northbound bus on Farragut Rd in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, aged 68, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:02 on Farragut Rd near Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling northwest was making a left turn when it collided with a northbound bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the bus. The sedan driver, a 68-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly lists aggressive driving and road rage as the primary contributing factors to the collision. There is no indication of victim fault or other contributing factors. The bus had no occupants and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Brooklyn SUV and Box Truck Collide on Church Ave▸Nov 24 - A westbound SUV making a left turn collided with a box truck driving straight on Church Ave. The SUV driver, a 54-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Faulty traffic control devices contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Church Ave in Brooklyn at 10:53 AM. A 2016 SUV driven by a 54-year-old woman was making a left turn when it collided with a westbound box truck traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front bumper of the truck. The SUV driver sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were damaged on their respective impact points. The report cites 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as a contributing factor twice, indicating systemic failure in traffic signaling. The SUV driver was also noted to have a contributing factor labeled 'Other Vehicular.' The report does not assign fault to the injured driver but highlights driver errors linked to malfunctioning traffic controls.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing with Signal on Clarkson Ave▸Nov 21 - A 29-year-old man was struck at an intersection on Clarkson Ave while crossing with the signal. The vehicle, traveling north, hit him head-on. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing serious abdominal and pelvic injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clarkson Ave near New York Ave in Brooklyn at 9:06 PM. A 29-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by a vehicle traveling north. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, which sustained damage there as well. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The driver was going straight ahead and struck the pedestrian at the intersection, highlighting a critical failure to yield or stop as required by traffic control devices.
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Bus Merging Collides with Sedan on Utica Ave▸Nov 21 - A bus merging south on Utica Avenue struck a sedan making a right turn, impacting the sedan's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash dynamics.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:55 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A bus traveling south was merging when it collided with a sedan making a right turn. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear bumper and the bus's left front bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old female occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report cites 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, indicating hazardous road conditions. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed, but the merging maneuver by the bus and the right turn by the sedan under slippery conditions created the collision. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Two Pedestrians Struck Crossing New York Avenue▸Nov 21 - Two pedestrians crossing with the signal on New York Avenue hit by sedans. Both injured. Limited driver view and slippery pavement played a role. Brooklyn intersection, late afternoon. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two pedestrians, a 79-year-old woman and a 56-year-old man, were crossing New York Avenue with the signal near Foster Avenue in Brooklyn when they were struck by two sedans. Both pedestrians suffered injuries—one to the entire body, the other to the knee, lower leg, and foot. Both were reported in shock. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both drivers, highlighting limited visibility. 'Pavement Slippery' was also cited. One sedan was making a left turn southbound, the other was traveling straight west. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver visibility issues and road conditions were critical in this crash.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal on Ralph Ave▸Nov 21 - A 67-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle struck the pedestrian, causing contusions and bruises. The driver’s errors remain unspecified in the report.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the crash. The vehicle involved was a 2015 model registered in New York, with one occupant. The point of impact and vehicle damage were recorded as 'Other.' The report does not specify any contributing factors related to the driver or the vehicle, nor does it list any pedestrian errors. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating no fault on his part. The lack of detailed contributing factors highlights systemic dangers in the intersection and the need for further investigation into driver behavior.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan in Brooklyn▸Nov 19 - Two sedans collided northbound near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 AM near 853 New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling northbound collided, with the rear vehicle striking the center back end of the front vehicle. The driver of the rear sedan, a 34-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report attributes the crash to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' on the part of the rear driver. Both vehicles were damaged at the point of impact: the rear vehicle at its front bumper and the front vehicle at its center back end. The driver of the rear sedan was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian on Brooklyn Church Ave▸Nov 18 - A 68-year-old pedestrian suffered full-body injuries and whiplash after a 2024 Jeep SUV hit her off the roadway on Church Avenue. The SUV, traveling west, impacted center front. The driver, 38, also injured, remained conscious and belted.
According to the police report, a 2024 Jeep SUV traveling west on Church Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her entire body and complained of whiplash. The SUV's point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision. The driver, a 38-year-old male occupant, was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor but does not specify which party it applies to. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's position off the roadway was noted, but no contributing victim behaviors were listed. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when not in the roadway and the severe injuries that can result from vehicle impacts.
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Two-Vehicle Collision Injures Brooklyn Driver, Child Passenger▸Nov 18 - A sedan and pick-up truck collided on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. The female sedan driver and a child passenger suffered moderate injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north when impact occurred. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:40 AM on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn involving a 2020 Kia sedan and a 2015 Ford pick-up truck, both traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper struck the pick-up truck's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old female, was injured in the back with injury severity level 3 and was wearing a lap belt. A 7-year-old male child passenger in the sedan was also injured in the hip-upper leg area with injury severity level 3 and was secured in a child restraint. Both occupants experienced shock but were not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both occupants and does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision resulted in vehicle damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and right rear bumper of the pick-up truck.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 17 - An e-bike rider suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm after a collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred at night, with the rider conscious and wearing a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female e-bike rider traveling north on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn was injured at 8:16 p.m. The report states the crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by one party. The rider, who was wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The e-bike's left front bumper was the point of impact, and the rider was the sole occupant. The report identifies the contributing factor as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' highlighting driver error as the cause. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Nov 24 - A westbound SUV making a left turn collided with a box truck driving straight on Church Ave. The SUV driver, a 54-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Faulty traffic control devices contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Church Ave in Brooklyn at 10:53 AM. A 2016 SUV driven by a 54-year-old woman was making a left turn when it collided with a westbound box truck traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front bumper of the truck. The SUV driver sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were damaged on their respective impact points. The report cites 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as a contributing factor twice, indicating systemic failure in traffic signaling. The SUV driver was also noted to have a contributing factor labeled 'Other Vehicular.' The report does not assign fault to the injured driver but highlights driver errors linked to malfunctioning traffic controls.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing with Signal on Clarkson Ave▸Nov 21 - A 29-year-old man was struck at an intersection on Clarkson Ave while crossing with the signal. The vehicle, traveling north, hit him head-on. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing serious abdominal and pelvic injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clarkson Ave near New York Ave in Brooklyn at 9:06 PM. A 29-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by a vehicle traveling north. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, which sustained damage there as well. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The driver was going straight ahead and struck the pedestrian at the intersection, highlighting a critical failure to yield or stop as required by traffic control devices.
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Bus Merging Collides with Sedan on Utica Ave▸Nov 21 - A bus merging south on Utica Avenue struck a sedan making a right turn, impacting the sedan's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash dynamics.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:55 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A bus traveling south was merging when it collided with a sedan making a right turn. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear bumper and the bus's left front bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old female occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report cites 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, indicating hazardous road conditions. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed, but the merging maneuver by the bus and the right turn by the sedan under slippery conditions created the collision. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Two Pedestrians Struck Crossing New York Avenue▸Nov 21 - Two pedestrians crossing with the signal on New York Avenue hit by sedans. Both injured. Limited driver view and slippery pavement played a role. Brooklyn intersection, late afternoon. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two pedestrians, a 79-year-old woman and a 56-year-old man, were crossing New York Avenue with the signal near Foster Avenue in Brooklyn when they were struck by two sedans. Both pedestrians suffered injuries—one to the entire body, the other to the knee, lower leg, and foot. Both were reported in shock. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both drivers, highlighting limited visibility. 'Pavement Slippery' was also cited. One sedan was making a left turn southbound, the other was traveling straight west. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver visibility issues and road conditions were critical in this crash.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal on Ralph Ave▸Nov 21 - A 67-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle struck the pedestrian, causing contusions and bruises. The driver’s errors remain unspecified in the report.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the crash. The vehicle involved was a 2015 model registered in New York, with one occupant. The point of impact and vehicle damage were recorded as 'Other.' The report does not specify any contributing factors related to the driver or the vehicle, nor does it list any pedestrian errors. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating no fault on his part. The lack of detailed contributing factors highlights systemic dangers in the intersection and the need for further investigation into driver behavior.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan in Brooklyn▸Nov 19 - Two sedans collided northbound near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 AM near 853 New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling northbound collided, with the rear vehicle striking the center back end of the front vehicle. The driver of the rear sedan, a 34-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report attributes the crash to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' on the part of the rear driver. Both vehicles were damaged at the point of impact: the rear vehicle at its front bumper and the front vehicle at its center back end. The driver of the rear sedan was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian on Brooklyn Church Ave▸Nov 18 - A 68-year-old pedestrian suffered full-body injuries and whiplash after a 2024 Jeep SUV hit her off the roadway on Church Avenue. The SUV, traveling west, impacted center front. The driver, 38, also injured, remained conscious and belted.
According to the police report, a 2024 Jeep SUV traveling west on Church Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her entire body and complained of whiplash. The SUV's point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision. The driver, a 38-year-old male occupant, was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor but does not specify which party it applies to. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's position off the roadway was noted, but no contributing victim behaviors were listed. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when not in the roadway and the severe injuries that can result from vehicle impacts.
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Two-Vehicle Collision Injures Brooklyn Driver, Child Passenger▸Nov 18 - A sedan and pick-up truck collided on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. The female sedan driver and a child passenger suffered moderate injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north when impact occurred. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:40 AM on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn involving a 2020 Kia sedan and a 2015 Ford pick-up truck, both traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper struck the pick-up truck's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old female, was injured in the back with injury severity level 3 and was wearing a lap belt. A 7-year-old male child passenger in the sedan was also injured in the hip-upper leg area with injury severity level 3 and was secured in a child restraint. Both occupants experienced shock but were not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both occupants and does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision resulted in vehicle damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and right rear bumper of the pick-up truck.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 17 - An e-bike rider suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm after a collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred at night, with the rider conscious and wearing a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female e-bike rider traveling north on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn was injured at 8:16 p.m. The report states the crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by one party. The rider, who was wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The e-bike's left front bumper was the point of impact, and the rider was the sole occupant. The report identifies the contributing factor as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' highlighting driver error as the cause. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Nov 21 - A 29-year-old man was struck at an intersection on Clarkson Ave while crossing with the signal. The vehicle, traveling north, hit him head-on. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing serious abdominal and pelvic injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clarkson Ave near New York Ave in Brooklyn at 9:06 PM. A 29-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by a vehicle traveling north. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, which sustained damage there as well. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The driver was going straight ahead and struck the pedestrian at the intersection, highlighting a critical failure to yield or stop as required by traffic control devices.
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Bus Merging Collides with Sedan on Utica Ave▸Nov 21 - A bus merging south on Utica Avenue struck a sedan making a right turn, impacting the sedan's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash dynamics.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:55 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A bus traveling south was merging when it collided with a sedan making a right turn. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear bumper and the bus's left front bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old female occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report cites 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, indicating hazardous road conditions. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed, but the merging maneuver by the bus and the right turn by the sedan under slippery conditions created the collision. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Two Pedestrians Struck Crossing New York Avenue▸Nov 21 - Two pedestrians crossing with the signal on New York Avenue hit by sedans. Both injured. Limited driver view and slippery pavement played a role. Brooklyn intersection, late afternoon. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two pedestrians, a 79-year-old woman and a 56-year-old man, were crossing New York Avenue with the signal near Foster Avenue in Brooklyn when they were struck by two sedans. Both pedestrians suffered injuries—one to the entire body, the other to the knee, lower leg, and foot. Both were reported in shock. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both drivers, highlighting limited visibility. 'Pavement Slippery' was also cited. One sedan was making a left turn southbound, the other was traveling straight west. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver visibility issues and road conditions were critical in this crash.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal on Ralph Ave▸Nov 21 - A 67-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle struck the pedestrian, causing contusions and bruises. The driver’s errors remain unspecified in the report.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the crash. The vehicle involved was a 2015 model registered in New York, with one occupant. The point of impact and vehicle damage were recorded as 'Other.' The report does not specify any contributing factors related to the driver or the vehicle, nor does it list any pedestrian errors. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating no fault on his part. The lack of detailed contributing factors highlights systemic dangers in the intersection and the need for further investigation into driver behavior.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan in Brooklyn▸Nov 19 - Two sedans collided northbound near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 AM near 853 New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling northbound collided, with the rear vehicle striking the center back end of the front vehicle. The driver of the rear sedan, a 34-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report attributes the crash to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' on the part of the rear driver. Both vehicles were damaged at the point of impact: the rear vehicle at its front bumper and the front vehicle at its center back end. The driver of the rear sedan was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian on Brooklyn Church Ave▸Nov 18 - A 68-year-old pedestrian suffered full-body injuries and whiplash after a 2024 Jeep SUV hit her off the roadway on Church Avenue. The SUV, traveling west, impacted center front. The driver, 38, also injured, remained conscious and belted.
According to the police report, a 2024 Jeep SUV traveling west on Church Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her entire body and complained of whiplash. The SUV's point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision. The driver, a 38-year-old male occupant, was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor but does not specify which party it applies to. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's position off the roadway was noted, but no contributing victim behaviors were listed. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when not in the roadway and the severe injuries that can result from vehicle impacts.
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Two-Vehicle Collision Injures Brooklyn Driver, Child Passenger▸Nov 18 - A sedan and pick-up truck collided on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. The female sedan driver and a child passenger suffered moderate injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north when impact occurred. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:40 AM on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn involving a 2020 Kia sedan and a 2015 Ford pick-up truck, both traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper struck the pick-up truck's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old female, was injured in the back with injury severity level 3 and was wearing a lap belt. A 7-year-old male child passenger in the sedan was also injured in the hip-upper leg area with injury severity level 3 and was secured in a child restraint. Both occupants experienced shock but were not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both occupants and does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision resulted in vehicle damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and right rear bumper of the pick-up truck.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 17 - An e-bike rider suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm after a collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred at night, with the rider conscious and wearing a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female e-bike rider traveling north on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn was injured at 8:16 p.m. The report states the crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by one party. The rider, who was wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The e-bike's left front bumper was the point of impact, and the rider was the sole occupant. The report identifies the contributing factor as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' highlighting driver error as the cause. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Nov 21 - A bus merging south on Utica Avenue struck a sedan making a right turn, impacting the sedan's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash dynamics.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:55 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A bus traveling south was merging when it collided with a sedan making a right turn. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear bumper and the bus's left front bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old female occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report cites 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, indicating hazardous road conditions. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed, but the merging maneuver by the bus and the right turn by the sedan under slippery conditions created the collision. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Two Pedestrians Struck Crossing New York Avenue▸Nov 21 - Two pedestrians crossing with the signal on New York Avenue hit by sedans. Both injured. Limited driver view and slippery pavement played a role. Brooklyn intersection, late afternoon. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two pedestrians, a 79-year-old woman and a 56-year-old man, were crossing New York Avenue with the signal near Foster Avenue in Brooklyn when they were struck by two sedans. Both pedestrians suffered injuries—one to the entire body, the other to the knee, lower leg, and foot. Both were reported in shock. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both drivers, highlighting limited visibility. 'Pavement Slippery' was also cited. One sedan was making a left turn southbound, the other was traveling straight west. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver visibility issues and road conditions were critical in this crash.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal on Ralph Ave▸Nov 21 - A 67-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle struck the pedestrian, causing contusions and bruises. The driver’s errors remain unspecified in the report.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the crash. The vehicle involved was a 2015 model registered in New York, with one occupant. The point of impact and vehicle damage were recorded as 'Other.' The report does not specify any contributing factors related to the driver or the vehicle, nor does it list any pedestrian errors. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating no fault on his part. The lack of detailed contributing factors highlights systemic dangers in the intersection and the need for further investigation into driver behavior.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan in Brooklyn▸Nov 19 - Two sedans collided northbound near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 AM near 853 New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling northbound collided, with the rear vehicle striking the center back end of the front vehicle. The driver of the rear sedan, a 34-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report attributes the crash to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' on the part of the rear driver. Both vehicles were damaged at the point of impact: the rear vehicle at its front bumper and the front vehicle at its center back end. The driver of the rear sedan was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian on Brooklyn Church Ave▸Nov 18 - A 68-year-old pedestrian suffered full-body injuries and whiplash after a 2024 Jeep SUV hit her off the roadway on Church Avenue. The SUV, traveling west, impacted center front. The driver, 38, also injured, remained conscious and belted.
According to the police report, a 2024 Jeep SUV traveling west on Church Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her entire body and complained of whiplash. The SUV's point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision. The driver, a 38-year-old male occupant, was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor but does not specify which party it applies to. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's position off the roadway was noted, but no contributing victim behaviors were listed. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when not in the roadway and the severe injuries that can result from vehicle impacts.
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Two-Vehicle Collision Injures Brooklyn Driver, Child Passenger▸Nov 18 - A sedan and pick-up truck collided on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. The female sedan driver and a child passenger suffered moderate injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north when impact occurred. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:40 AM on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn involving a 2020 Kia sedan and a 2015 Ford pick-up truck, both traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper struck the pick-up truck's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old female, was injured in the back with injury severity level 3 and was wearing a lap belt. A 7-year-old male child passenger in the sedan was also injured in the hip-upper leg area with injury severity level 3 and was secured in a child restraint. Both occupants experienced shock but were not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both occupants and does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision resulted in vehicle damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and right rear bumper of the pick-up truck.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 17 - An e-bike rider suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm after a collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred at night, with the rider conscious and wearing a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female e-bike rider traveling north on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn was injured at 8:16 p.m. The report states the crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by one party. The rider, who was wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The e-bike's left front bumper was the point of impact, and the rider was the sole occupant. The report identifies the contributing factor as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' highlighting driver error as the cause. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Nov 21 - Two pedestrians crossing with the signal on New York Avenue hit by sedans. Both injured. Limited driver view and slippery pavement played a role. Brooklyn intersection, late afternoon. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two pedestrians, a 79-year-old woman and a 56-year-old man, were crossing New York Avenue with the signal near Foster Avenue in Brooklyn when they were struck by two sedans. Both pedestrians suffered injuries—one to the entire body, the other to the knee, lower leg, and foot. Both were reported in shock. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both drivers, highlighting limited visibility. 'Pavement Slippery' was also cited. One sedan was making a left turn southbound, the other was traveling straight west. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver visibility issues and road conditions were critical in this crash.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal on Ralph Ave▸Nov 21 - A 67-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle struck the pedestrian, causing contusions and bruises. The driver’s errors remain unspecified in the report.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the crash. The vehicle involved was a 2015 model registered in New York, with one occupant. The point of impact and vehicle damage were recorded as 'Other.' The report does not specify any contributing factors related to the driver or the vehicle, nor does it list any pedestrian errors. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating no fault on his part. The lack of detailed contributing factors highlights systemic dangers in the intersection and the need for further investigation into driver behavior.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan in Brooklyn▸Nov 19 - Two sedans collided northbound near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 AM near 853 New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling northbound collided, with the rear vehicle striking the center back end of the front vehicle. The driver of the rear sedan, a 34-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report attributes the crash to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' on the part of the rear driver. Both vehicles were damaged at the point of impact: the rear vehicle at its front bumper and the front vehicle at its center back end. The driver of the rear sedan was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian on Brooklyn Church Ave▸Nov 18 - A 68-year-old pedestrian suffered full-body injuries and whiplash after a 2024 Jeep SUV hit her off the roadway on Church Avenue. The SUV, traveling west, impacted center front. The driver, 38, also injured, remained conscious and belted.
According to the police report, a 2024 Jeep SUV traveling west on Church Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her entire body and complained of whiplash. The SUV's point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision. The driver, a 38-year-old male occupant, was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor but does not specify which party it applies to. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's position off the roadway was noted, but no contributing victim behaviors were listed. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when not in the roadway and the severe injuries that can result from vehicle impacts.
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Two-Vehicle Collision Injures Brooklyn Driver, Child Passenger▸Nov 18 - A sedan and pick-up truck collided on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. The female sedan driver and a child passenger suffered moderate injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north when impact occurred. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:40 AM on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn involving a 2020 Kia sedan and a 2015 Ford pick-up truck, both traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper struck the pick-up truck's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old female, was injured in the back with injury severity level 3 and was wearing a lap belt. A 7-year-old male child passenger in the sedan was also injured in the hip-upper leg area with injury severity level 3 and was secured in a child restraint. Both occupants experienced shock but were not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both occupants and does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision resulted in vehicle damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and right rear bumper of the pick-up truck.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 17 - An e-bike rider suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm after a collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred at night, with the rider conscious and wearing a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female e-bike rider traveling north on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn was injured at 8:16 p.m. The report states the crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by one party. The rider, who was wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The e-bike's left front bumper was the point of impact, and the rider was the sole occupant. The report identifies the contributing factor as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' highlighting driver error as the cause. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Nov 21 - A 67-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle struck the pedestrian, causing contusions and bruises. The driver’s errors remain unspecified in the report.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Ralph Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the crash. The vehicle involved was a 2015 model registered in New York, with one occupant. The point of impact and vehicle damage were recorded as 'Other.' The report does not specify any contributing factors related to the driver or the vehicle, nor does it list any pedestrian errors. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating no fault on his part. The lack of detailed contributing factors highlights systemic dangers in the intersection and the need for further investigation into driver behavior.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan in Brooklyn▸Nov 19 - Two sedans collided northbound near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 AM near 853 New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling northbound collided, with the rear vehicle striking the center back end of the front vehicle. The driver of the rear sedan, a 34-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report attributes the crash to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' on the part of the rear driver. Both vehicles were damaged at the point of impact: the rear vehicle at its front bumper and the front vehicle at its center back end. The driver of the rear sedan was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian on Brooklyn Church Ave▸Nov 18 - A 68-year-old pedestrian suffered full-body injuries and whiplash after a 2024 Jeep SUV hit her off the roadway on Church Avenue. The SUV, traveling west, impacted center front. The driver, 38, also injured, remained conscious and belted.
According to the police report, a 2024 Jeep SUV traveling west on Church Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her entire body and complained of whiplash. The SUV's point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision. The driver, a 38-year-old male occupant, was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor but does not specify which party it applies to. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's position off the roadway was noted, but no contributing victim behaviors were listed. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when not in the roadway and the severe injuries that can result from vehicle impacts.
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Two-Vehicle Collision Injures Brooklyn Driver, Child Passenger▸Nov 18 - A sedan and pick-up truck collided on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. The female sedan driver and a child passenger suffered moderate injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north when impact occurred. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:40 AM on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn involving a 2020 Kia sedan and a 2015 Ford pick-up truck, both traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper struck the pick-up truck's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old female, was injured in the back with injury severity level 3 and was wearing a lap belt. A 7-year-old male child passenger in the sedan was also injured in the hip-upper leg area with injury severity level 3 and was secured in a child restraint. Both occupants experienced shock but were not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both occupants and does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision resulted in vehicle damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and right rear bumper of the pick-up truck.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 17 - An e-bike rider suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm after a collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred at night, with the rider conscious and wearing a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female e-bike rider traveling north on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn was injured at 8:16 p.m. The report states the crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by one party. The rider, who was wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The e-bike's left front bumper was the point of impact, and the rider was the sole occupant. The report identifies the contributing factor as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' highlighting driver error as the cause. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Nov 19 - Two sedans collided northbound near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 AM near 853 New York Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling northbound collided, with the rear vehicle striking the center back end of the front vehicle. The driver of the rear sedan, a 34-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report attributes the crash to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' on the part of the rear driver. Both vehicles were damaged at the point of impact: the rear vehicle at its front bumper and the front vehicle at its center back end. The driver of the rear sedan was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian on Brooklyn Church Ave▸Nov 18 - A 68-year-old pedestrian suffered full-body injuries and whiplash after a 2024 Jeep SUV hit her off the roadway on Church Avenue. The SUV, traveling west, impacted center front. The driver, 38, also injured, remained conscious and belted.
According to the police report, a 2024 Jeep SUV traveling west on Church Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her entire body and complained of whiplash. The SUV's point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision. The driver, a 38-year-old male occupant, was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor but does not specify which party it applies to. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's position off the roadway was noted, but no contributing victim behaviors were listed. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when not in the roadway and the severe injuries that can result from vehicle impacts.
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Two-Vehicle Collision Injures Brooklyn Driver, Child Passenger▸Nov 18 - A sedan and pick-up truck collided on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. The female sedan driver and a child passenger suffered moderate injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north when impact occurred. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:40 AM on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn involving a 2020 Kia sedan and a 2015 Ford pick-up truck, both traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper struck the pick-up truck's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old female, was injured in the back with injury severity level 3 and was wearing a lap belt. A 7-year-old male child passenger in the sedan was also injured in the hip-upper leg area with injury severity level 3 and was secured in a child restraint. Both occupants experienced shock but were not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both occupants and does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision resulted in vehicle damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and right rear bumper of the pick-up truck.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 17 - An e-bike rider suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm after a collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred at night, with the rider conscious and wearing a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female e-bike rider traveling north on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn was injured at 8:16 p.m. The report states the crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by one party. The rider, who was wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The e-bike's left front bumper was the point of impact, and the rider was the sole occupant. The report identifies the contributing factor as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' highlighting driver error as the cause. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Nov 18 - A 68-year-old pedestrian suffered full-body injuries and whiplash after a 2024 Jeep SUV hit her off the roadway on Church Avenue. The SUV, traveling west, impacted center front. The driver, 38, also injured, remained conscious and belted.
According to the police report, a 2024 Jeep SUV traveling west on Church Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her entire body and complained of whiplash. The SUV's point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision. The driver, a 38-year-old male occupant, was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor but does not specify which party it applies to. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's position off the roadway was noted, but no contributing victim behaviors were listed. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when not in the roadway and the severe injuries that can result from vehicle impacts.
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Two-Vehicle Collision Injures Brooklyn Driver, Child Passenger▸Nov 18 - A sedan and pick-up truck collided on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. The female sedan driver and a child passenger suffered moderate injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north when impact occurred. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:40 AM on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn involving a 2020 Kia sedan and a 2015 Ford pick-up truck, both traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper struck the pick-up truck's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old female, was injured in the back with injury severity level 3 and was wearing a lap belt. A 7-year-old male child passenger in the sedan was also injured in the hip-upper leg area with injury severity level 3 and was secured in a child restraint. Both occupants experienced shock but were not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both occupants and does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision resulted in vehicle damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and right rear bumper of the pick-up truck.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 17 - An e-bike rider suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm after a collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred at night, with the rider conscious and wearing a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female e-bike rider traveling north on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn was injured at 8:16 p.m. The report states the crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by one party. The rider, who was wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The e-bike's left front bumper was the point of impact, and the rider was the sole occupant. The report identifies the contributing factor as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' highlighting driver error as the cause. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Nov 18 - A sedan and pick-up truck collided on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. The female sedan driver and a child passenger suffered moderate injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north when impact occurred. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:40 AM on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn involving a 2020 Kia sedan and a 2015 Ford pick-up truck, both traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper struck the pick-up truck's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old female, was injured in the back with injury severity level 3 and was wearing a lap belt. A 7-year-old male child passenger in the sedan was also injured in the hip-upper leg area with injury severity level 3 and was secured in a child restraint. Both occupants experienced shock but were not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both occupants and does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision resulted in vehicle damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and right rear bumper of the pick-up truck.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 17 - An e-bike rider suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm after a collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred at night, with the rider conscious and wearing a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female e-bike rider traveling north on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn was injured at 8:16 p.m. The report states the crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by one party. The rider, who was wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The e-bike's left front bumper was the point of impact, and the rider was the sole occupant. The report identifies the contributing factor as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' highlighting driver error as the cause. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Nov 17 - An e-bike rider suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm after a collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred at night, with the rider conscious and wearing a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female e-bike rider traveling north on Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn was injured at 8:16 p.m. The report states the crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by one party. The rider, who was wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. The e-bike's left front bumper was the point of impact, and the rider was the sole occupant. The report identifies the contributing factor as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' highlighting driver error as the cause. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.