Crash Count for District 35
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 5,444
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 3,026
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 730
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 47
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 18
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 26, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in District 35?

Five Dead in District 35—Crystal Hudson, When Will It Stop?

Five Dead in District 35—Crystal Hudson, When Will It Stop?

District 35: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 18, 2025

The Deaths Keep Coming

In District 35, the street does not forgive. Five people have died and nine have been seriously injured in crashes in the past year. The dead include a child, a woman over 100, and a man on a motorcycle. These are not just numbers. Each one is a family left with a hole that will not close.

Just last month, an eight-year-old boy was killed at the corner of Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue. The SUV kept going. The boy never got up. Earlier this spring, a 55-year-old woman was crushed by an SUV on Washington Avenue while crossing the street. She did not make it to the other side.

The Blunt Edge of Policy

SUVs and cars do most of the killing. In the last three years, cars and SUVs caused four of the five pedestrian deaths in this district. Trucks and buses killed one. Motorcycles and mopeds injured, but did not kill, any pedestrians. The street is a gauntlet for anyone not behind a windshield.

Neighbors know the danger. After a hit-and-run killed two men in Brooklyn, a neighbor said drivers speed on that stretch of roadway. The city knows too. But the carnage continues.

What Has Crystal Hudson Done?

Council Member Crystal Hudson has backed bills to clear abandoned vehicles from the street, to warn taxi passengers about opening doors into cyclists, and to demand curb extensions at dangerous intersections. She voted yes on laws to remove derelict cars within 72 hours and to require warning decals on for-hire vehicles. She co-sponsored a bill to force the city to build curb extensions at the most dangerous crossings. But many of these changes move slowly. Some are still stuck in committee. The street does not wait.

The Next Step Is Yours

Every death is preventable. The city can lower speed limits. It can redesign streets. It can end the era of cars parked to the edge, blocking the view of a child stepping off the curb. But it will not happen unless you demand it. Call Council Member Hudson. Call the Mayor. Tell them to finish the job. Do not let another family join the count.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the New York City Council and how does it work?
The New York City Council is the city’s legislative body. It passes laws, oversees city agencies, and represents neighborhoods across the five boroughs.
Where does District 35 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Brooklyn, assembly district AD 43 and state senate district SD 20.
Which areas are in District 35?
It includes the Fort Greene, Clinton Hill, Prospect Heights, Crown Heights (North), Crown Heights (South), Brooklyn CB8, Brooklyn CB2, and Brooklyn CB9 neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Assembly Districts AD 43, AD 44, AD 52, and AD 57, and State Senate Districts SD 20, SD 25, and SD 26. Data source: motor vehicle collisions.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in District 35?
Cars and SUVs caused the most harm, with four pedestrian deaths and hundreds of injuries. Trucks and buses killed one. Motorcycles and mopeds injured but did not kill pedestrians, while bikes caused injuries but no deaths. Data source: motor vehicle collisions.
Are these crashes just 'accidents'?
No. Every crash is preventable with safer street design, lower speeds, and better enforcement.
What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
They can pass laws to lower speed limits, redesign dangerous streets, and remove parked cars that block crosswalks. They can also push city agencies to act faster and hold drivers accountable.
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.

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Fix the Problem

Crystal Hudson
Council Member Crystal Hudson
District 35
District Office:
55 Hanson Place, Suite 778, Brooklyn, NY 11217
718-260-9191
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1762, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7081

Other Representatives

Brian Cunningham
Assembly Member Brian Cunningham
District 43
District Office:
249 Empire Blvd., Brooklyn, NY 11225
Legislative Office:
Room 555, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Zellnor Myrie
State Senator Zellnor Myrie
District 20
District Office:
1077 Nostrand Ave. Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11225
Legislative Office:
Room 806, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

District 35 Council District 35 sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 77, AD 43, SD 20.

It contains Fort Greene, Clinton Hill, Prospect Heights, Crown Heights (North), Crown Heights (South), Brooklyn CB8, Brooklyn CB2, Brooklyn CB9.

See also
Boroughs
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Council District 35

E-Bike Rider Killed Striking Parked Box Truck

A man on an e-bike slammed into a parked box truck on Schenectady Avenue. He was thrown from the bike. His neck broke. Blood pooled on the street. He died there, alone, under the sun. The crash ended his ride in Brooklyn.

A 48-year-old man riding an e-bike south on Schenectady Avenue near Lincoln Place struck a parked box truck and was ejected. According to the police report, 'A 48-year-old man on an e-bike struck a parked box truck. No helmet. Ejected. Neck broken. Blood pooled on the pavement. He died there, alone, beneath the late morning sun.' The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. No helmet was used, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. No other injuries were reported. The parked box truck was not damaged.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4574844 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Cyclist Hits Parked SUV on Fulton Street

A cyclist slammed into a parked SUV on Fulton Street. The rider flew off the bike, bleeding from the arm. The driver, a 57-year-old woman, never moved. Her view was blocked. When they opened the door, she was gone.

A cyclist collided with the side of a parked SUV near 926 Fulton Street in Brooklyn. The crash left the 37-year-old cyclist injured, bleeding from the arm. According to the police report, the SUV driver, a 57-year-old woman, was sitting behind the wheel with her view obstructed. She did not move during the crash and was later found unresponsive. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as speeding or failure to yield were cited. The data does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the danger when visibility is blocked and large vehicles line city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4569091 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Audi SUV Hits Boy on Clinton Avenue

A northbound Audi SUV struck a 13-year-old boy on Clinton Avenue. The boy was not in a crosswalk. His leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The driver did not stop. The street went quiet. Morning light fell on brick and asphalt.

A 13-year-old boy was hit by a northbound Audi SUV near 537 Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the boy was not at a crosswalk when the SUV struck him with its front end, crushing his leg. The boy remained conscious after the impact. The driver did not stop and left the scene. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash left the street silent in the morning light.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4568866 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Jeep Turns, Cyclist Struck on Navy Street

A Jeep turned right on Navy Street. A man on a bike rode straight. The Jeep’s bumper caught his leg. He crashed hard. His hip split open. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed awake, helmet cracked, pain sharp.

A crash on Navy Street left a 42-year-old man on a bike badly hurt. According to the police report, a Jeep turned right while the cyclist went straight. The Jeep’s bumper struck the cyclist’s leg. He fell, suffering severe lacerations and a split hip. Blood pooled as he lay conscious, his helmet cracked. The driver of the Jeep and another occupant were not reported injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The cyclist’s helmet is noted only after the collision. No driver errors are specified in the data. The impact left the cyclist with serious injuries while the Jeep sustained damage to its right side doors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4567065 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Ignores Light, Strikes Pedestrian Head-On

A sedan sped west on Eastern Parkway. The driver ran the light at Utica Avenue. A man crossed with the signal. The car hit him head-on. His skull split. Blood pooled. He lay semiconscious. The sedan rolled away, untouched.

A 60-year-old man was crossing Eastern Parkway at Utica Avenue with the signal when a westbound sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, 'A man crossed with the light. A westbound sedan ran it. Struck him head-on.' The pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations and was left semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The sedan showed no visible damage and continued on. The man was injured while following the signal. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and speed through intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4558296 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Cyclist Suffers Head Injury on Eastern Parkway

A woman rode west on Eastern Parkway. She crashed her bike. Alcohol was involved. Her helmet could not save her. Blood pooled on the street. The night was silent. No car. No other vehicle. Just the impact and aftermath.

A 33-year-old woman riding her bike west on Eastern Parkway suffered a severe head injury. According to the police report, 'Alcohol Involvement' was a contributing factor. The cyclist wore a helmet, but it did not prevent a serious injury. There was no car, no other vehicle, only the cyclist and the pavement. The report states she was incoherent and bleeding heavily from the head. The crash happened in the dark, with no witnesses or other parties involved. The data lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the primary driver error. Helmet use is noted, but the injury was severe despite it.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4552181 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Atlantic and Bedford

A Dodge SUV hit a man in the crosswalk near midnight. The impact was head-on. Blood pooled. The man could not speak. The driver fled. The street stood silent, holding the aftermath.

A 45-year-old man was struck by a Dodge SUV while crossing at the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn just before midnight. According to the police report, 'The Dodge SUV struck him head-on. His head bled. He could not speak. The driver did not stop.' The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and was incoherent at the scene. The SUV’s center front end took the impact. The driver left without rendering aid. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both driver and pedestrian. No other injuries were reported among the vehicle occupants. The report does not mention helmet use or turn signals as factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4552201 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Driver Fails to Yield, Strikes Pedestrian

A Jeep hit a woman crossing Troy Avenue with the signal. The SUV’s front end smashed her face. Blood pooled on the street. She stayed conscious. The driver failed to yield. The city’s danger showed itself again at dawn.

A 29-year-old woman was crossing Troy Avenue at 5 a.m. with the signal when a Jeep SUV struck her. According to the police report, the SUV’s front end hit her face, causing severe lacerations. She remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the driver’s contributing factor. The woman was in the crosswalk, following the signal, when the crash occurred. The data does not mention any helmet or signaling issues for the pedestrian. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot when drivers ignore the rules meant to protect them.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4548708 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Door Strikes E-Bike Rider on Flatbush

A sedan door swung open on Flatbush. The e-bike rider slammed into steel. Her helmet stayed on. Her leg split open. Blood ran on the street. She stayed conscious. The city kept moving.

A 31-year-old woman riding an e-bike southbound on Flatbush Avenue collided with the left-side door of a parked sedan. According to the police report, 'A sedan door swung open. Metal met flesh. Her helmet held. Her leg split. Blood pooled on the pavement. She stayed awake.' The crash left her with severe lacerations to her lower leg and foot. No driver errors were listed in the data. The report notes she wore a helmet, which remained on during the impact. The street did not stop for her pain. No other injuries were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4542615 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian on Carroll Street

A man crossed Carroll Street against the light. An e-bike hit him. His head split open. Blood ran. He stayed awake. The rider did not stop. The bike rolled on. The man did not.

A 32-year-old man was struck by an e-bike while crossing Carroll Street. According to the police report, the man stepped into the street against the signal. The e-bike, operated by a 39-year-old woman, hit him. The man suffered a severe head injury and heavy bleeding but remained conscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider did not stop after the crash. No other driver errors or equipment issues were cited in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4542890 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Motorcycle Strikes Pedestrian on Fulton Street

A motorcycle hit a young woman head-on on Fulton Street. She bled from the skull. The rider did not stop. Sirens rose as she lay still. Both the pedestrian and the rider were injured. The street held the aftermath.

A 19-year-old woman was struck by a motorcycle while crossing Fulton Street near Washington Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 19-year-old woman stepped into the street against the light. A motorcycle hit her head-on. She bled from the skull. The rider did not stop.' The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and was left bleeding on the asphalt. The 49-year-old motorcycle rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder contusion. No specific driver errors were listed in the report. The rider was wearing a helmet, as noted in the data. The crash left both the pedestrian and the rider injured, with emergency response arriving as the scene unfolded.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4539489 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Cyclist Doored by Distracted SUV Driver on Fulton

A Jeep door swung open on Fulton. A cyclist struck it. His leg split. Blood on the street. The driver did not look. The cyclist wore a helmet. The city’s danger showed its teeth.

A 27-year-old cyclist suffered severe leg lacerations after crashing into the door of a parked Jeep SUV on Fulton Street near Irving Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A Jeep door flung open. A 27-year-old cyclist crashed into it. His leg split wide.' The cyclist was conscious and wore a helmet. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to check for oncoming cyclists before opening the door. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive drivers and the unforgiving nature of city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4537960 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Strikes Vespa From Behind On Classon

A Vespa rider flew from his seat on Classon Avenue. An SUV hit him from behind. His helmet cracked. His head struck the pavement. He died there. The SUV driver was unlicensed. Drugs and disregard for signals fueled the crash. No mercy. No chance.

A deadly crash unfolded on Classon Avenue near Clifton Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a Vespa was struck from behind by a station wagon/SUV. The 33-year-old Vespa rider was ejected, his helmet cracked, and he died at the scene from head injuries. The SUV driver was unlicensed. The report lists 'Drugs (illegal)' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The SUV did not remain at the scene. The Vespa rider wore a helmet, but the impact was fatal. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the lethal mix of drug use and ignoring traffic controls behind the wheel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4533299 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Cyclist Thrown After Striking Parked Sedan

A man on a bike hit a parked sedan on Fulton Street. He flew off, landed hard. Blood spilled from his arm. Flesh torn, pain sharp. He stayed awake. The street was cold, silent. The car did not move.

A 27-year-old man riding a bike crashed into a parked sedan near 733 Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his arm. The sedan was parked at the time of the crash. No contributing driver errors were listed in the report. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted after the absence of driver errors. Two occupants were inside the sedan but were not injured. The street was quiet after the impact, the cyclist conscious but hurt. The report lists all contributing factors as unspecified.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4532206 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Nostrand Avenue

A sedan veered south on Nostrand Avenue. The car’s right front slammed into a 49-year-old man walking with traffic. His leg split open. He stayed conscious. The driver failed to see, failed to yield, failed to stop.

A sedan traveling south on Nostrand Avenue struck a 49-year-old man who was walking along the roadway with traffic. According to the police report, the sedan changed lanes and its right front hit the pedestrian, causing severe lacerations to his leg. The man remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver did not see the pedestrian and did not stop in time. The impact tore flesh and left the victim with serious injuries. No other vehicles or persons were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4528807 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Letitia James Opposes NYPD Transparency After Deadly Crash

A man tried to cross Eastern Parkway. A Mercedes struck him. He fell. His head hit the pavement. He died at Kings County Hospital. The driver stayed. Police gave few details. No charges. Another pedestrian lost. The street remains deadly.

On May 17, 2022, a man died after a Mercedes driver hit him on Eastern Parkway near Franklin Avenue. The incident happened around 9 p.m. in the rain. Police said the 41-year-old woman driving the black 2014 Mercedes GL 550 'came into contact' with the pedestrian. He suffered severe head trauma and died at Kings County Hospital. The driver remained at the scene and was not charged. The NYPD released little information, citing the Department of Transportation’s oversight of the Collision Investigation Squad. This fatality comes weeks after another deadly crash nearby involving a police officer. Attorney General Letitia James has opened a review of that earlier case. Smith’s sister criticized the NYPD for withholding information. The city’s streets remain dangerous for those on foot.


James Supports Transparency and Accountability in NYPD Fatal Crashes

An NYPD officer killed Ronald Smith on Eastern Parkway. Witnesses say the cop sped and ran a red. The NYPD hid details. The officer now sits on modified duty. Council Member Hudson demands firing. Investigations crawl. The city pays for silence.

On April 7, 2022, an NYPD officer fatally struck Ronald Smith, 53, on Eastern Parkway. The officer, accused of speeding and running a red light, was placed on modified duty. The Internal Affairs Bureau and the state Attorney General opened investigations. The NYPD refused to release crash details or the officer's name. Council Member Crystal Hudson issued a blistering statement demanding the officer's termination, not desk duty. The matter summary states, 'The police officer who was driving the NYPD vehicle that fatally struck a man...has been placed on modified duty.' The NYPD's lack of transparency is routine. Truths surface only after lawsuits. In 2020, vehicle crashes cost the city $142 million. Police settlements are a heavy burden. The system shields its own, leaving families to seek answers in court.


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Sedans Collide on Washington Avenue, Two Hurt

Steel crashed on Washington Avenue. Two men, alone in their cars, slammed nose to tail. Both drivers stunned, necks wrenched, pain sharp and sudden. Distraction behind the wheel left them broken and silent in the Brooklyn dark.

Two sedans collided near 971 Washington Avenue in Brooklyn. Both drivers, a 24-year-old and a 48-year-old, suffered neck injuries and shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight when the crash occurred, with one sedan striking the other from behind. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary cause. Both drivers were alone and wore lap belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left both men injured, their silence broken by pain. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4518809 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Driver Distracted, Kills Man in Crosswalk

A Chevy SUV rolled west on Eastern Parkway. Six inside. A 53-year-old man stepped into the crosswalk. The bumper struck. He fell. He died there. The driver was distracted. The street stayed silent.

A 53-year-old man was killed while crossing Eastern Parkway when a westbound Chevy SUV struck him in the crosswalk. According to the police report, 'A Chevy SUV rolled west. A man, 53, stepped into the crosswalk. The bumper hit. He fell. Six sat inside the car. None reached him. The street held his last breath.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The driver, a 33-year-old man, was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No injuries were reported among the six occupants of the SUV. The impact occurred at the left front bumper. No other contributing factors were cited.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4517159 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Slams Cyclist on Eastern Parkway

A sedan hit a 28-year-old cyclist at Eastern Parkway and Underhill Avenue. She flew from her bike. Blood pooled from her head. She lay on the asphalt, conscious, eyes open. The car’s bumper bent. The morning light caught the wreckage.

A sedan struck a 28-year-old woman riding her bike on Eastern Parkway at Underhill Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a 28-year-old cyclist. She flew from her bike. No helmet. Head bleeding. Conscious. The bumper bent. She lay on the asphalt, eyes open, staring up through the morning light.' The cyclist suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. No helmet was worn, as noted in the report, but driver errors are primary. Two sedan occupants and a witness were unhurt. The crash left the cyclist injured and the car’s bumper damaged.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4516819 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04