Crash Count for Brooklyn CB18
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 8,349
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 5,784
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 974
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 73
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 25
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Oct 31, 2025
Carnage in CB 318
Detailed breakdowns aren’t yet available for this year slice; totals below reflect the selected window.
Killed 24
+9
Crush Injuries 18
Head 5
Lower leg/foot 4
Shoulder/upper arm 4
Face 2
Whole body 2
Back 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Neck 1
Severe Bleeding 25
Head 15
+10
Face 4
Abdomen/pelvis 2
Whole body 2
Lower leg/foot 1
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Severe Lacerations 19
Head 8
+3
Lower leg/foot 3
Whole body 3
Face 2
Lower arm/hand 2
Eye 1
Concussion 29
Head 20
+15
Face 2
Hip/upper leg 2
Lower arm/hand 2
Lower leg/foot 2
Back 1
Whole body 1
Whiplash 155
Neck 50
+45
Back 44
+39
Head 37
+32
Whole body 15
+10
Shoulder/upper arm 7
+2
Chest 5
Lower leg/foot 5
Lower arm/hand 3
Face 2
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Eye 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Contusion/Bruise 152
Lower leg/foot 47
+42
Head 28
+23
Lower arm/hand 24
+19
Shoulder/upper arm 12
+7
Whole body 11
+6
Back 9
+4
Face 7
+2
Chest 5
Hip/upper leg 5
Neck 5
Abdomen/pelvis 4
Eye 1
Abrasion 126
Lower leg/foot 33
+28
Lower arm/hand 27
+22
Head 16
+11
Face 13
+8
Whole body 12
+7
Shoulder/upper arm 9
+4
Hip/upper leg 6
+1
Abdomen/pelvis 4
Neck 4
Back 2
Eye 2
Pain/Nausea 70
Neck 15
+10
Lower leg/foot 13
+8
Back 11
+6
Head 8
+3
Whole body 8
+3
Shoulder/upper arm 6
+1
Chest 5
Lower arm/hand 4
Hip/upper leg 2
Face 1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Oct 31, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in CB 318?

Preventable Speeding in CB 318 School Zones

(since 2022)

Caught Speeding Recently in CB 318

Vehicles – Caught Speeding in NYC (12 months)
  1. 2013 White Ford Bu (TLN8692) – 288 times • 1 in last 90d here
  2. 2022 Gray Ford Pickup (KXM7078) – 246 times • 1 in last 90d here
  3. 2019 White Me/Be Sedan (RWVR67) – 146 times • 1 in last 90d here
  4. 2011 Gray Me/Be Sedan (86ANBP) – 142 times • 2 in last 90d here
  5. 2021 Black BMW 4S (TDC5535) – 135 times • 3 in last 90d here
Flatlands and Louisiana: a bike, a bus, and a corner that does not forgive

Flatlands and Louisiana: a bike, a bus, and a corner that does not forgive

Brooklyn CB18: Jan 1, 2022 - Sep 24, 2025

On Sep 19 at Flatlands Avenue and Louisiana Avenue, a driver in a bus turned right and hit a man on a bike. A 13‑year‑old bus passenger was also hurt. Source.

This Week

  • On Sep 19, a driver in an SUV making a left hit a 50‑year‑old woman who was crossing with the signal at Linden Boulevard. Police recorded a serious injury. Source.
  • On Sep 17, a driver in an SUV going west on Flatlands Avenue hit a 40‑year‑old man crossing at East 105 Street; police listed him as unconscious at the scene. Source.
  • On Sep 16, a 28‑year‑old man on a bike was injured in a multi‑vehicle crash; police cited another driver for following too closely. Source.

Nights fall hard here

Since 2022, people walking and biking have borne the brunt in Brooklyn CB18: 12 people walking and 2 people on bikes have been killed; hundreds more were injured. This is from city crash records in this district. Source.

The danger spikes after work. The 6 PM hour has seen four deaths. The 9 PM hour has seen three. These are the worst hours on the clock. Source.

Corners that take people

Flatbush Avenue and Avenue J lead the injury list for this board, with repeated serious crashes. The Belt Parkway corridor has taken three lives. Utica Avenue and Avenue L are not far behind. This is not one bad corner. It is many. Source.

Police lists show named driver errors again and again: inattention and distraction; disregarding lights and signs; failure to yield. None of that is abstract. It is a turn taken too fast. A phone in a hand. A missed walk signal and a body on the asphalt. Source.

The fixes are known; the question is will

This board needs simple, proven changes at its worst corners: daylighting at crosswalks, hardened right turns, and leading pedestrian intervals on Flatbush, Avenue J, and Avenue L. Evening enforcement should target the 6–9 PM window when deaths peak. Source.

Citywide tools exist. The state’s repeat‑speeder bill, S4045, would force drivers with 11 or more DMV points in 24 months, or six speed/red‑light camera tickets in a year, to install speed limiters. State Sen. Kevin Parker voted yes in committee, according to the public record. Source.

At City Hall, Council Member Mercedes Narcisse pushed to decriminalize jaywalking to end biased stops; the Council passed a modified repeal in 2024. Source. She also co‑sponsors a crackdown on unlicensed commuter vans (Int 1347‑2025). Source.

Lower speeds save lives. New York City now has authority to set safer limits and to act on repeat speeders. The next move is political. If you want fewer names to write, tell them to use the tools they have. Act here.

Frequently Asked Questions

What area does this story cover?
Brooklyn Community Board 18, including Flatlands, Marine Park–Mill Basin–Bergen Beach, Canarsie, Marine Park–Plumb Island, McGuire Fields, and Canarsie Park & Pier.
What changed here in the past month?
In the past month, multiple serious crashes harmed people walking and biking, including a cyclist and a child injured at Flatlands Avenue and Louisiana Avenue on Sep 19, and two separate SUV–pedestrian crashes on Flatlands Avenue and at Linden Boulevard. Source: NYC Open Data crash records.
How were these numbers calculated?
We analyzed NYC’s Motor Vehicle Collisions datasets for Crashes, Persons, and Vehicles, filtered to Jan 1, 2022–Sep 24, 2025, and mapped to Brooklyn Community Board 18. We used police‑reported injury severity, person type, and contributing factors to count deaths, serious injuries, times of day, and high‑injury corridors. Data were accessed Sep 24, 2025. You can explore the base datasets here.
Who represents this area and what have they done?
State Sen. Kevin Parker (SD 21) voted yes in committee on S4045 to require speed limiters for repeat speeders. Council Member Mercedes Narcisse (District 46) sponsored the Council’s jaywalking reform and co‑sponsors Int 1347‑2025 on unlicensed commuter vans.
What is CrashCount?
We’re a tool for helping hold local politicians and other actors accountable for their failure to protect you when you’re walking or cycling in NYC. We update our site constantly to provide you with up to date information on what’s happening in your neighborhood.

Citations

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Other Representatives

Assembly Member Jaime Williams

District 59

Council Member Mercedes Narcisse

District 46

State Senator Kevin Parker

District 21

Other Geographies

Brooklyn CB18 Brooklyn Community Board 18 sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 63, District 46, AD 59, SD 21.

It contains Flatlands, Marine Park-Mill Basin-Bergen Beach, Canarsie, Marine Park-Plumb Island, McGuire Fields, Canarsie Park & Pier.

See also
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Traffic Safety Timeline for Brooklyn Community Board 18

10
Distraction, Improper Lane Use Injure Two on Utica

Jul 10 - An SUV driver and a sedan driver collided on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A 42-year-old woman suffered head injuries. A 75-year-old man suffered neck injuries. Police cited distraction and improper lane use.

Two drivers were injured when a sedan making a left turn and an SUV going straight collided on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of the sedan, a 75-year-old man, suffered neck trauma. The driver of the SUV, a 42-year-old woman, suffered head trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the collision. Individual person records also list 'Brakes Defective' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' for the injured drivers. The report notes no pedestrians or cyclists were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826588 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
9
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Flatbush Avenue

Jul 9 - Two vehicles collided on Flatbush Avenue. A sedan struck the back of an SUV. Three people hurt. Impact was hard. Police list no clear cause. Streets remain dangerous for all.

A sedan and an SUV crashed on Flatbush Avenue near Hendrickson Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the sedan hit the back of the SUV. Three people were injured: a 73-year-old male driver with back pain, a 70-year-old female passenger with a neck contusion, and another occupant with unspecified injuries. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are recorded in the report. The crash left both vehicles damaged at their center ends. The report notes one passenger wore a lap belt, while another driver had no safety equipment.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826825 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
9
Moped Driver Rear-Ended on Utica Avenue

Jul 9 - A moped driver on Utica Avenue was rear-ended and partially ejected. He suffered a contusion and injuries to his knee, lower leg and foot. Police recorded 'Following Too Closely' by the other driver.

According to the police report, a 29-year-old man riding a Razor 150 moped was struck in the center back end while traveling northeast on Utica Avenue. The driver of the moped was partially ejected and was recorded as conscious with a contusion and injuries to his knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, officers recorded "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Damage was noted to the moped's center back end and to the striking vehicle's center front end. The report lists the moped operator as the injured party; no other contributing driver errors are recorded.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826764 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
9
Sedan Rear-Ended on Ralph Ave; Two Injured

Jul 9 - A northbound sedan on Ralph Ave was struck at the center back end. The driver and front passenger suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Ralph Ave was struck at the center back end. The driver of another vehicle hit the sedan’s center back end; police list the striking vehicle’s point of impact as the left front bumper and its damage as center front end. Two people in the sedan were injured: a 37-year-old woman driving and a 70-year-old female front passenger. Both suffered head injuries and complaints of whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected. Police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. The report notes both injured occupants were using lap belts and harnesses.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826350 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
9
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Utica Avenue at Kings Highway

Jul 9 - A pedestrian crossing with the signal on Utica Avenue at Kings Highway was struck and injured. He suffered abrasions to his arm but remained conscious.

A male pedestrian was hit while crossing Utica Avenue at Kings Highway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, he was crossing with the signal and was not at an intersection. He sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, but was conscious at the scene. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. No vehicle details were provided. The crash left the pedestrian injured, underscoring the risks faced by those on foot, even when following signals.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827287 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
9
Moped Rider Kills Elderly Pedestrian In Brooklyn

Jul 9 - A masked moped rider struck Zhou Xie, 90, in a Brooklyn crosswalk. The rider fled. Xie died from head trauma. Police search for the driver. The street stayed silent. The city counts another loss.

NY Daily News (2025-07-09) reports Zhou Xie, 90, was killed by a hit-and-run moped rider while crossing E. 14th St. at Avenue U. Xie was in the crosswalk when a blue moped, driven by a masked man, hit him and fled. A witness said, "He hit the guy and he left." Police are searching for surveillance footage to identify the rider. The article notes 56 people have died in city traffic so far in 2025. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians and the challenge of enforcing safe streets.


8
Motorcycle Ejection After SUV Collision in Brooklyn

Jul 8 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on Paerdegat Ave N. A 17-year-old rider was ejected and injured. Unsafe speed and inexperience fueled the crash. Metal struck flesh. Streets stayed dangerous.

A motorcycle and an SUV collided at Paerdegat Ave N and Paerdegat 11 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 17-year-old male motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered a leg injury with fracture and dislocation. Three other occupants, ages 26, 44, and 61, had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed and wore no safety equipment. Both vehicles showed damage from the impact. The crash highlights the risks when speed and inexperience meet city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827548 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
8
Elderly Pedestrian Struck Crossing Avenue J

Jul 8 - A 75-year-old man crossing Avenue J with the signal suffered a head injury. The crash left him bruised but conscious. The driver’s actions remain unlisted in the police report.

A 75-year-old pedestrian was hit while crossing Avenue J at East 32nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man was crossing with the signal and sustained a head contusion. He remained conscious at the scene. The report does not specify the vehicle type or any contributing driver errors. No helmet or signal use is cited as a factor. The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians, especially older adults, even when following traffic signals.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826771 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
7
Pick-up Truck Strikes Sedan on Avenue L

Jul 7 - A pick-up truck hit a sedan at Avenue L and East 83rd. One passenger suffered a bruised arm. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and flesh met hard. Brooklyn streets stayed dangerous.

A pick-up truck and a sedan collided at Avenue L and East 83rd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 56-year-old front passenger in one vehicle was injured, sustaining a contusion to the arm. The crash involved a Ford pick-up truck traveling east and a Mazda sedan heading north. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes the injured passenger wore a lap belt. No other injuries were specified.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826827 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
6
Improper Turn Injures Riders on Kings Hwy

Jul 6 - A moped and sedan collided on Kings Hwy. Two people were hurt. Police cite improper turning. Metal struck flesh. Blood on the street. Brooklyn night, danger at the crossroads.

A crash on Kings Hwy at Flatbush Ave in Brooklyn involved a moped and a sedan. Two people were injured: a 26-year-old moped driver and a 24-year-old rear passenger, both partially ejected and suffering leg injuries. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The sedan was making a left turn while the moped went straight. No helmet or signal use was listed as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the risk when drivers turn without care. No blame is placed on those hurt.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825310 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
4
Distracted Drivers Collide on E 98 Street

Jul 4 - Two sedans crashed at Avenue M. Five people hurt. Head and leg injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal twisted. Pain spread fast.

Two sedans collided at E 98 Street and Avenue M in Brooklyn. Five occupants were injured, including both drivers and three passengers. Injuries ranged from head trauma to leg contusions. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. No other errors or violations were listed. All injured parties were conscious at the scene. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825248 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
3
Driver Ignores Signal, Passenger Hurt on Avenue M

Jul 3 - A sedan tore through traffic control on Avenue M. Driver and passenger slammed by impact. Both suffered whiplash. Distraction and disregard fueled the crash.

A sedan crashed on Avenue M at E 86 Street in Brooklyn. The driver, a 21-year-old woman, and her 34-year-old front passenger were both injured, suffering whiplash and arm injuries. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The vehicle struck the right side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825233 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
2
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Rockaway Parkway Crash

Jul 2 - A motorcycle slammed into an SUV on Rockaway Parkway. The rider was ejected and suffered a head injury. Five others in the SUV were hurt. No driver errors listed. Brooklyn streets remain unforgiving.

A motorcycle and an SUV collided on Rockaway Parkway at Avenue D in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the motorcycle rider was ejected and suffered a head injury and concussion. Five occupants of the SUV, including the driver, were also injured. Both vehicles were making left turns. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The motorcycle rider's safety equipment was unknown. The crash left six people hurt, underscoring the dangers on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825232 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
2
SUV With Faulty Brakes Injures Three on Kings Hwy

Jul 2 - SUV with bad brakes struck on Kings Hwy. Three occupants hurt. One woman bled from the leg. Police cite defective brakes. The street saw chaos. Metal, flesh, shock.

A Nissan SUV traveling south on Kings Hwy at Foster Ave crashed, injuring three occupants. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Brakes Defective.' One 68-year-old woman, the driver, suffered a leg injury and minor bleeding. Two other occupants, both infants, sustained unspecified injuries. The report lists no other contributing factors. The police highlight defective brakes as the primary cause.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824799 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
2
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Car on Avenue I

Jul 2 - SUV slammed into stopped car on Avenue I. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Streets stay dangerous. Metal and flesh collide. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.

Two SUVs collided on Avenue I near Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV was stopped in traffic when another SUV, traveling east, struck it from behind. A 32-year-old woman driving the stopped vehicle suffered a neck injury. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers were licensed and wearing seat belts. The crash highlights the risk posed by driver distraction on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824800 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
2
Sedans Collide on Belt Parkway, Driver Injured

Jul 2 - Two sedans crashed head-on on Belt Parkway. A 67-year-old woman suffered head injuries. Police cite driver distraction and unsafe speed. The road turned violent in a moment of inattention.

Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway near Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn. A 67-year-old woman driving one car suffered head injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive and distracted. Unsafe speed was also listed as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one driver injured and others shaken. The report highlights 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as key causes.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828476 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
1
Distracted Drivers Collide on Paerdegat 3 Street

Jul 1 - Two sedans crashed in Brooklyn. Both drivers distracted. One man hit in the head. Whiplash. Metal twisted. Streets silent after the impact.

Two sedans collided at E 80 St and Paerdegat 3 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. One driver, age 45, suffered a head injury and whiplash. The other driver, age 24, was also involved but not seriously hurt. The crash involved a KIA making a U-turn and a Toyota going straight. Both vehicles were damaged. Driver inattention and distraction were listed as contributing factors for both operators.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825230 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
30
Speed and Yield Failures Injure Elderly in Kings Hwy Crash

Jun 30 - Three hurt, two elderly, in Brooklyn crash. Sedans and moped collide at unsafe speed. Neck injuries, shock, ejection. Police cite speed and failure to yield. Streets remain harsh for the vulnerable.

A crash at 5001 Kings Hwy in Brooklyn left three people injured, including two elderly passengers. According to the police report, sedans and a moped collided while traveling straight. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. One driver was ejected. Neck injuries and shock were reported among those hurt. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore speed limits and yield rules. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824540 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
30
SUV Strikes Moped on Avenue D, Rider Hurt

Jun 30 - SUV hit a moped on Avenue D. One moped rider suffered crush injuries to his leg. Police cite driver inexperience. Both vehicles showed no damage. The street stayed quiet after the crash.

A collision between a Jeep SUV and a JIAJU moped occurred on Avenue D at Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV struck the moped, injuring the 30-year-old male moped driver, who suffered crush injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Police list 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The moped driver was wearing a helmet. No damage was reported to either vehicle. No other injuries were documented.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824252 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
30
Int 0857-2024 Narcisse votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.

Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.

Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.