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 10
▸ Crush Injuries 19
▸ Severe Bleeding 12
▸ Severe Lacerations 15
▸ Concussion 30
▸ Whiplash 154
▸ Contusion/Bruise 205
▸ Abrasion 141
▸ Pain/Nausea 65
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.
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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District 41: Crosswalk deaths, turning cars, and a city that won’t slow down
District 41: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 25, 2025
Pedestrians die here. Since 2022, four people were killed in District 41. Most were on foot. Another 3,422 were hurt. The city logged 5,804 crashes in this span, with injuries peaking around the rush into night.
“A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian… then left the scene,” police said.
“As the fight escalated, he landed on the train tracks and was struck by an oncoming train,” police said. EMS pronounced him dead at the scene.
“No criminality is suspected in either case,” police said, after two separate subway deaths an hour apart.
These deaths sit with the others on our streets. The pattern does not blink.
Where the bodies fall
At Rutland Road and E. 95th Street, a left-turning sedan hit a 68-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. She died. The NYPD coded the cause as driver distraction. The car’s front end took her chest. The record is bare and cold. NYC Open Data lists it as CrashID 4812813.
At Sutter Avenue and Osborn Street, two months earlier, a 72-year-old man crossing with the signal was killed at the intersection. Three vehicles are in the file. The sheet does not say who had the light. It does not need to. He is dead. CrashID 4811811.
On Church Avenue in 2022, a 79-year-old woman was struck by an unlicensed van driver while she was getting on or off a vehicle. She never woke up. CrashID 4579422.
Turning cars, heavy fronts
Pedestrians take the brunt from sedans and SUVs. In this district, sedans account for the largest share of pedestrian harm — at least 263 injured and two killed — with SUVs close behind, including one death. Trucks and buses maim too. The counts come straight from the city’s rollups. NYC Open Data.
Speed is a knife edge. In one crash on Pitkin Avenue at Strauss Street, a 29-year-old on a motorcycle died. Unsafe speed is written into the file. He was ejected. CrashID 4833031.
The clock matters too. Injuries stack up as day turns to night. From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., the map goes red: one death at 6 p.m., three at 7 p.m., then heavy injury counts through 9 p.m. That is when families cross for dinner and workers head home. District stats.
Corridors that keep breaking people
Ralph Avenue leads the district in injuries. So do Linden Boulevard, Eastern Parkway, East New York Avenue, and E. 98th Street. They are wide. They invite speed. People get hit. See the city’s list of top harm corridors. NYC Open Data.
The records also show a hit-and-run at Broadway and Suydam Street just outside the line. A man was dragged more than 50 feet. He died where he fell. Police are still looking for the driver. Gothamist and the Daily News both reported it.
What to fix at the corner
- Daylight the crosswalks on the worst blocks. Keep cars 20 feet back at corners so people can see and be seen. A Council bill would scale this up citywide; local members have co-sponsored stronger daylighting and backed clearing derelict cars fast, which block sightlines. Int. 1138-2024 (laid over); Int. 0857-2024 (passed).
- Harden left turns at intersections where turning cars killed people, including Rutland Rd at E. 95th St. Use slow-turn treatments and protection so drivers can’t sweep wide. The victims above were crossing with the signal. CrashIDs 4812813, 4811811.
- Target evening hours with enforcement and calming on Ralph Ave, Linden Blvd, and East New York Ave. That’s when and where bodies stack up. District hourly and corridor data.
Stop the repeat harm
The Council has moved some pieces. It also passed a law to track DOT’s safety work under the streets master plan, so delays are visible. The mayor left it unsigned; it became law. Int. 1105-2024.
Citywide, two steps would cut deeper:
- Lower the default speed limit on our streets. Slower crashes spare lives. New York now has the power. The question is will, not how. Take action.
- Put speed limiters on the worst repeat offenders. Mandate intelligent speed assistance for drivers who rack up violations before they kill again. Take action.
Names become numbers in the files. Four dead in this district since 2022. Evening comes. The light changes. The car turns. The body does not get up.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons dataset, Vehicles dataset , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-25
- Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-03
- Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-04
- Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-30
- Two Killed By Subway Trains In NYC, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-11
- NYC Council Legislation Portal, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-11-13
- Take Action: Slow the Speed, Stop the Carnage, CrashCount, Published 0001-01-01
Fix the Problem
District 41
400 Rockaway Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11212
718-953-3097
250 Broadway, Suite 1856, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7387
Other Representatives
District 43
249 Empire Blvd., Brooklyn, NY 11225
Room 555, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 19
1222 E. 96th St., Brooklyn, NY 11236
Room 409, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
District 41 Council District 41 sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 73, AD 43, SD 19.
It contains Bedford-Stuyvesant (East), Lincoln Terrace Park, Ocean Hill, Brownsville, East Flatbush-Rugby, East Flatbush-Remsen Village, Brooklyn CB16.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Council District 41
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Right-turning driver hits woman at Ralph, Sterling▸Oct 27 - A driver in a sedan turned right at Ralph Ave and Sterling Pl and hit a 61-year-old woman in the intersection. She had a head wound with severe bleeding. The driver was hurt.
At Ralph Ave and Sterling Pl in Brooklyn, a driver in a sedan made a right turn and hit a 61-year-old woman in the intersection. She suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The driver was also injured. According to the police report, the driver was making a right turn and the center front of the sedan was the point of impact. The crash location was recorded at the Ralph Ave and Sterling Pl intersection. The report did not list a driver error among the contributing factors.
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Brooklyn boy, 11, remains in critical condition after hit-run; driver on loose▸
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Brooklyn boy, 11, remains in critical condition after hit-run; driver on loose,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-10-14
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Police hunting for driver who hit and killed a 75-year-old woman in Brooklyn and then sped off▸
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Police hunting for driver who hit and killed a 75-year-old woman in Brooklyn and then sped off,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-10-05
27
E-bike driver hits two pedestrians on Fulton▸Sep 27 - An e-bike driver going west on Fulton hit two men at Rochester Avenue in Brooklyn. A 73-year-old suffered head lacerations. Police recorded driver inattention and failure to yield.
The driver of an e-bike traveled west on Fulton Street and hit two pedestrians at Rochester Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:29 p.m. on September 27, 2025. A 73-year-old man suffered severe head lacerations. A 69-year-old man had an unspecified condition. They were not at an intersection. It happened within the 81st Precinct. The driver was going straight ahead. The report lists the point of impact as the center front end. The e-bike showed no damage. One rider. According to the police report, police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver.
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Firefighters racing to emergency collide with moped driver in Brooklyn, sending him to hospital▸
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Firefighters racing to emergency collide with moped driver in Brooklyn, sending him to hospital,
amny,
Published 2025-09-21
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Woman fatally struck by 18-wheeler truck in hit-and-run crash in Brooklyn▸
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Woman fatally struck by 18-wheeler truck in hit-and-run crash in Brooklyn,
ABC7,
Published 2025-09-19
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SUV Drivers Collide on Sumpter; Passenger Hurt▸Sep 14 - Two SUV drivers going straight collided near 204 Sumpter Street in Brooklyn. A front-seat passenger suffered crush injuries to her back. Police recorded driver inexperience.
Two SUV drivers collided near 204 Sumpter Street in Brooklyn around 8:04 p.m. The driver of a 2023 GMC, traveling north, drove straight and hit the left rear of a 2004 Ford driven east. Impact came at the GMC’s center front and the Ford’s left rear. A 30-year-old woman riding in the front passenger seat was injured. Police listed crush injuries and back pain; she was conscious. According to the police report, police recorded driver inexperience as a contributing factor.
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Left turn at Gates and Ralph injures rider▸Sep 3 - A left-turn driver in a sedan hit a motorcyclist going east on Gates at Ralph in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered severe lacerations. The car driver reported arm pain. Police recorded unsafe speed.
According to the police report, a driver in a 2012 Honda sedan was making a left turn at Gates Ave and Ralph Ave in Brooklyn when he collided with a 44-year-old man riding a 2024 Ducati motorcycle eastbound. The crash occurred at 7:48 p.m. The sedan traveled west on Gates before the turn; the rider was going straight east. The rider was ejected and suffered severe lacerations. The 25-year-old sedan driver reported arm pain. Police recorded unsafe speed. Both vehicles showed center front-end impact and damage. The report lists no other contributing factors tied to either driver, and both drivers were licensed.
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Ambulance driver hits teen at Tapscott▸Sep 2 - A westbound ambulance driver hit a 16-year-old girl at E New York Ave and Tapscott St. She was semiconscious. Severe cuts to her face. The impact came on the right front bumper.
A driver in an ambulance, heading west on E New York Ave, hit a 16-year-old pedestrian at Tapscott St in Brooklyn at 3:13 p.m. She was semiconscious with severe facial lacerations. The listed point of impact was the right front bumper. According to the police report, the driver was licensed in New York and the vehicle was a 2023 Ford ambulance with no recorded damage. The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified” for the driver and the pedestrian. No driver error was recorded in the data.
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Sedan Hits 61-Year-Old Woman on Utica▸Aug 14 - A southbound sedan hit a 61-year-old woman crossing Utica Avenue at Lenox Road. She suffered head trauma, severe bleeding and was semiconscious. The sedan's center front end took the impact.
A southbound 2022 Honda sedan traveling straight on Utica Avenue struck a 61-year-old woman who was crossing outside an intersection at Lenox Road. She suffered head injuries, severe bleeding and was semiconscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified." The vehicle's center front end was the point of impact and showed center-front damage. The report notes the driver was licensed and the car registered in New Jersey. No specific driver failures or charges are recorded in the provided data.
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Left-Turn Collision Kills Motorcyclist on Pitkin▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Pitkin and Strauss and hit a westbound motorcyclist. The rider was ejected and died. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' by the drivers.
On Pitkin Avenue at Strauss Street in Brooklyn at 3:59 a.m., the driver of a sedan making a left turn hit a westbound motorcyclist. The 29-year-old rider was ejected and died. According to the police report, police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' for both drivers. Both drivers were licensed. The motorcycle was registered in New York; the sedan carried New Jersey plates. The report lists travel directions: south for the sedan, west for the motorcycle. No other fatalities are listed.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
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Taxi turning hits motorcycle on Parkway▸Aug 2 - A turning taxi cut across Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland. The motorcycle slammed the nose. The rider, 16, was ejected and badly hurt. Teens in the cab were shaken. Speed listed. Steel met flesh. The system failed again.
A taxi making a left from Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland Street struck a westbound motorcycle. The motorcycle hit the taxi’s front and the 16-year-old rider was ejected and injured. Several teen passengers in the cab were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved a “Taxi, Motorcycle” with the factor “Unsafe Speed.” Driver errors include the taxi turning into the rider’s path while making a left and speed listed as a contributing factor. Helmet use or signals are not cited. The impact points and positions show a left-turn conflict that put the motorcycle and its young rider in the crosshairs on a wide Brooklyn arterial.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
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Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
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Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
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Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal▸Jul 15 - A judge stopped city crews from tearing out Bedford Ave’s only protected bike lane. The lane, shielded by parked cars, now waits for a court fight. Cyclists and advocates hold their ground.
NY Daily News reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge blocked New York City from removing the protected Bedford Ave bike lane in Williamsburg. The city planned to move cyclists next to car traffic, but the court granted an emergency restraining order after advocates appealed. Ben Furnas of Transportation Alternatives called the lane a 'critical safety project.' City Hall insists the reconfiguration is legal and claims the appeal delays 'easing the safety concerns plaguing Williamsburg parents.' The protected lane, installed in October 2024, separates cyclists from moving vehicles. The ruling highlights ongoing policy battles over street design and cyclist safety.
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Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
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Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 12 - A BMW sped through a Brooklyn red light at dawn. Two men crossing 3rd Avenue fell. Both died on the street. The driver fled. Police caught him. Charges followed. The toll of cars grows.
Gothamist (2025-07-12) reports a Staten Island man "blew through a red light and killed two pedestrians" at 3rd Avenue and 52nd Street, Brooklyn. Police say the driver, 23, struck Kex Un Chen, 80, and Faqiu Lin, 59, then fled. Both victims died at the scene. The suspect faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. NYPD data shows 98 citywide traffic deaths this year, nearly half pedestrians. The crash highlights the lethal risk at intersections and the deadly impact of ignoring signals.
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Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-12
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Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸Jul 11 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
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Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 11 - A driver struck two men in Sunset Park. Both died. The driver fled. Police investigate. The street holds the silence. Lives ended. The car kept going.
CBS New York (July 11, 2025) reports two men were killed by a hit-and-run driver in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Police say the driver 'took off' after striking the pedestrians. The article notes an 'active investigation' but gives no details on arrests or charges. The crash highlights the lethal risk to pedestrians and the ongoing problem of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No mention of street design or enforcement changes.
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Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-11
Oct 27 - A driver in a sedan turned right at Ralph Ave and Sterling Pl and hit a 61-year-old woman in the intersection. She had a head wound with severe bleeding. The driver was hurt.
At Ralph Ave and Sterling Pl in Brooklyn, a driver in a sedan made a right turn and hit a 61-year-old woman in the intersection. She suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The driver was also injured. According to the police report, the driver was making a right turn and the center front of the sedan was the point of impact. The crash location was recorded at the Ralph Ave and Sterling Pl intersection. The report did not list a driver error among the contributing factors.
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Brooklyn boy, 11, remains in critical condition after hit-run; driver on loose▸
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Brooklyn boy, 11, remains in critical condition after hit-run; driver on loose,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-10-14
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Police hunting for driver who hit and killed a 75-year-old woman in Brooklyn and then sped off▸
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Police hunting for driver who hit and killed a 75-year-old woman in Brooklyn and then sped off,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-10-05
27
E-bike driver hits two pedestrians on Fulton▸Sep 27 - An e-bike driver going west on Fulton hit two men at Rochester Avenue in Brooklyn. A 73-year-old suffered head lacerations. Police recorded driver inattention and failure to yield.
The driver of an e-bike traveled west on Fulton Street and hit two pedestrians at Rochester Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:29 p.m. on September 27, 2025. A 73-year-old man suffered severe head lacerations. A 69-year-old man had an unspecified condition. They were not at an intersection. It happened within the 81st Precinct. The driver was going straight ahead. The report lists the point of impact as the center front end. The e-bike showed no damage. One rider. According to the police report, police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver.
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Firefighters racing to emergency collide with moped driver in Brooklyn, sending him to hospital▸
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Firefighters racing to emergency collide with moped driver in Brooklyn, sending him to hospital,
amny,
Published 2025-09-21
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Woman fatally struck by 18-wheeler truck in hit-and-run crash in Brooklyn▸
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Woman fatally struck by 18-wheeler truck in hit-and-run crash in Brooklyn,
ABC7,
Published 2025-09-19
14
SUV Drivers Collide on Sumpter; Passenger Hurt▸Sep 14 - Two SUV drivers going straight collided near 204 Sumpter Street in Brooklyn. A front-seat passenger suffered crush injuries to her back. Police recorded driver inexperience.
Two SUV drivers collided near 204 Sumpter Street in Brooklyn around 8:04 p.m. The driver of a 2023 GMC, traveling north, drove straight and hit the left rear of a 2004 Ford driven east. Impact came at the GMC’s center front and the Ford’s left rear. A 30-year-old woman riding in the front passenger seat was injured. Police listed crush injuries and back pain; she was conscious. According to the police report, police recorded driver inexperience as a contributing factor.
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Left turn at Gates and Ralph injures rider▸Sep 3 - A left-turn driver in a sedan hit a motorcyclist going east on Gates at Ralph in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered severe lacerations. The car driver reported arm pain. Police recorded unsafe speed.
According to the police report, a driver in a 2012 Honda sedan was making a left turn at Gates Ave and Ralph Ave in Brooklyn when he collided with a 44-year-old man riding a 2024 Ducati motorcycle eastbound. The crash occurred at 7:48 p.m. The sedan traveled west on Gates before the turn; the rider was going straight east. The rider was ejected and suffered severe lacerations. The 25-year-old sedan driver reported arm pain. Police recorded unsafe speed. Both vehicles showed center front-end impact and damage. The report lists no other contributing factors tied to either driver, and both drivers were licensed.
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Ambulance driver hits teen at Tapscott▸Sep 2 - A westbound ambulance driver hit a 16-year-old girl at E New York Ave and Tapscott St. She was semiconscious. Severe cuts to her face. The impact came on the right front bumper.
A driver in an ambulance, heading west on E New York Ave, hit a 16-year-old pedestrian at Tapscott St in Brooklyn at 3:13 p.m. She was semiconscious with severe facial lacerations. The listed point of impact was the right front bumper. According to the police report, the driver was licensed in New York and the vehicle was a 2023 Ford ambulance with no recorded damage. The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified” for the driver and the pedestrian. No driver error was recorded in the data.
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Sedan Hits 61-Year-Old Woman on Utica▸Aug 14 - A southbound sedan hit a 61-year-old woman crossing Utica Avenue at Lenox Road. She suffered head trauma, severe bleeding and was semiconscious. The sedan's center front end took the impact.
A southbound 2022 Honda sedan traveling straight on Utica Avenue struck a 61-year-old woman who was crossing outside an intersection at Lenox Road. She suffered head injuries, severe bleeding and was semiconscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified." The vehicle's center front end was the point of impact and showed center-front damage. The report notes the driver was licensed and the car registered in New Jersey. No specific driver failures or charges are recorded in the provided data.
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Left-Turn Collision Kills Motorcyclist on Pitkin▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Pitkin and Strauss and hit a westbound motorcyclist. The rider was ejected and died. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' by the drivers.
On Pitkin Avenue at Strauss Street in Brooklyn at 3:59 a.m., the driver of a sedan making a left turn hit a westbound motorcyclist. The 29-year-old rider was ejected and died. According to the police report, police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' for both drivers. Both drivers were licensed. The motorcycle was registered in New York; the sedan carried New Jersey plates. The report lists travel directions: south for the sedan, west for the motorcycle. No other fatalities are listed.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
2
Taxi turning hits motorcycle on Parkway▸Aug 2 - A turning taxi cut across Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland. The motorcycle slammed the nose. The rider, 16, was ejected and badly hurt. Teens in the cab were shaken. Speed listed. Steel met flesh. The system failed again.
A taxi making a left from Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland Street struck a westbound motorcycle. The motorcycle hit the taxi’s front and the 16-year-old rider was ejected and injured. Several teen passengers in the cab were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved a “Taxi, Motorcycle” with the factor “Unsafe Speed.” Driver errors include the taxi turning into the rider’s path while making a left and speed listed as a contributing factor. Helmet use or signals are not cited. The impact points and positions show a left-turn conflict that put the motorcycle and its young rider in the crosshairs on a wide Brooklyn arterial.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
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Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
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Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal▸Jul 15 - A judge stopped city crews from tearing out Bedford Ave’s only protected bike lane. The lane, shielded by parked cars, now waits for a court fight. Cyclists and advocates hold their ground.
NY Daily News reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge blocked New York City from removing the protected Bedford Ave bike lane in Williamsburg. The city planned to move cyclists next to car traffic, but the court granted an emergency restraining order after advocates appealed. Ben Furnas of Transportation Alternatives called the lane a 'critical safety project.' City Hall insists the reconfiguration is legal and claims the appeal delays 'easing the safety concerns plaguing Williamsburg parents.' The protected lane, installed in October 2024, separates cyclists from moving vehicles. The ruling highlights ongoing policy battles over street design and cyclist safety.
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Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
12
Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 12 - A BMW sped through a Brooklyn red light at dawn. Two men crossing 3rd Avenue fell. Both died on the street. The driver fled. Police caught him. Charges followed. The toll of cars grows.
Gothamist (2025-07-12) reports a Staten Island man "blew through a red light and killed two pedestrians" at 3rd Avenue and 52nd Street, Brooklyn. Police say the driver, 23, struck Kex Un Chen, 80, and Faqiu Lin, 59, then fled. Both victims died at the scene. The suspect faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. NYPD data shows 98 citywide traffic deaths this year, nearly half pedestrians. The crash highlights the lethal risk at intersections and the deadly impact of ignoring signals.
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Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-12
11
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸Jul 11 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
11
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 11 - A driver struck two men in Sunset Park. Both died. The driver fled. Police investigate. The street holds the silence. Lives ended. The car kept going.
CBS New York (July 11, 2025) reports two men were killed by a hit-and-run driver in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Police say the driver 'took off' after striking the pedestrians. The article notes an 'active investigation' but gives no details on arrests or charges. The crash highlights the lethal risk to pedestrians and the ongoing problem of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No mention of street design or enforcement changes.
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Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-11
- Brooklyn boy, 11, remains in critical condition after hit-run; driver on loose, NY Daily News, Published 2025-10-14
5
Police hunting for driver who hit and killed a 75-year-old woman in Brooklyn and then sped off▸
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Police hunting for driver who hit and killed a 75-year-old woman in Brooklyn and then sped off,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-10-05
27
E-bike driver hits two pedestrians on Fulton▸Sep 27 - An e-bike driver going west on Fulton hit two men at Rochester Avenue in Brooklyn. A 73-year-old suffered head lacerations. Police recorded driver inattention and failure to yield.
The driver of an e-bike traveled west on Fulton Street and hit two pedestrians at Rochester Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:29 p.m. on September 27, 2025. A 73-year-old man suffered severe head lacerations. A 69-year-old man had an unspecified condition. They were not at an intersection. It happened within the 81st Precinct. The driver was going straight ahead. The report lists the point of impact as the center front end. The e-bike showed no damage. One rider. According to the police report, police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver.
21
Firefighters racing to emergency collide with moped driver in Brooklyn, sending him to hospital▸
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Firefighters racing to emergency collide with moped driver in Brooklyn, sending him to hospital,
amny,
Published 2025-09-21
19
Woman fatally struck by 18-wheeler truck in hit-and-run crash in Brooklyn▸
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Woman fatally struck by 18-wheeler truck in hit-and-run crash in Brooklyn,
ABC7,
Published 2025-09-19
14
SUV Drivers Collide on Sumpter; Passenger Hurt▸Sep 14 - Two SUV drivers going straight collided near 204 Sumpter Street in Brooklyn. A front-seat passenger suffered crush injuries to her back. Police recorded driver inexperience.
Two SUV drivers collided near 204 Sumpter Street in Brooklyn around 8:04 p.m. The driver of a 2023 GMC, traveling north, drove straight and hit the left rear of a 2004 Ford driven east. Impact came at the GMC’s center front and the Ford’s left rear. A 30-year-old woman riding in the front passenger seat was injured. Police listed crush injuries and back pain; she was conscious. According to the police report, police recorded driver inexperience as a contributing factor.
3
Left turn at Gates and Ralph injures rider▸Sep 3 - A left-turn driver in a sedan hit a motorcyclist going east on Gates at Ralph in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered severe lacerations. The car driver reported arm pain. Police recorded unsafe speed.
According to the police report, a driver in a 2012 Honda sedan was making a left turn at Gates Ave and Ralph Ave in Brooklyn when he collided with a 44-year-old man riding a 2024 Ducati motorcycle eastbound. The crash occurred at 7:48 p.m. The sedan traveled west on Gates before the turn; the rider was going straight east. The rider was ejected and suffered severe lacerations. The 25-year-old sedan driver reported arm pain. Police recorded unsafe speed. Both vehicles showed center front-end impact and damage. The report lists no other contributing factors tied to either driver, and both drivers were licensed.
2
Ambulance driver hits teen at Tapscott▸Sep 2 - A westbound ambulance driver hit a 16-year-old girl at E New York Ave and Tapscott St. She was semiconscious. Severe cuts to her face. The impact came on the right front bumper.
A driver in an ambulance, heading west on E New York Ave, hit a 16-year-old pedestrian at Tapscott St in Brooklyn at 3:13 p.m. She was semiconscious with severe facial lacerations. The listed point of impact was the right front bumper. According to the police report, the driver was licensed in New York and the vehicle was a 2023 Ford ambulance with no recorded damage. The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified” for the driver and the pedestrian. No driver error was recorded in the data.
14
Sedan Hits 61-Year-Old Woman on Utica▸Aug 14 - A southbound sedan hit a 61-year-old woman crossing Utica Avenue at Lenox Road. She suffered head trauma, severe bleeding and was semiconscious. The sedan's center front end took the impact.
A southbound 2022 Honda sedan traveling straight on Utica Avenue struck a 61-year-old woman who was crossing outside an intersection at Lenox Road. She suffered head injuries, severe bleeding and was semiconscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified." The vehicle's center front end was the point of impact and showed center-front damage. The report notes the driver was licensed and the car registered in New Jersey. No specific driver failures or charges are recorded in the provided data.
5
Left-Turn Collision Kills Motorcyclist on Pitkin▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Pitkin and Strauss and hit a westbound motorcyclist. The rider was ejected and died. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' by the drivers.
On Pitkin Avenue at Strauss Street in Brooklyn at 3:59 a.m., the driver of a sedan making a left turn hit a westbound motorcyclist. The 29-year-old rider was ejected and died. According to the police report, police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' for both drivers. Both drivers were licensed. The motorcycle was registered in New York; the sedan carried New Jersey plates. The report lists travel directions: south for the sedan, west for the motorcycle. No other fatalities are listed.
3
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
2
Taxi turning hits motorcycle on Parkway▸Aug 2 - A turning taxi cut across Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland. The motorcycle slammed the nose. The rider, 16, was ejected and badly hurt. Teens in the cab were shaken. Speed listed. Steel met flesh. The system failed again.
A taxi making a left from Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland Street struck a westbound motorcycle. The motorcycle hit the taxi’s front and the 16-year-old rider was ejected and injured. Several teen passengers in the cab were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved a “Taxi, Motorcycle” with the factor “Unsafe Speed.” Driver errors include the taxi turning into the rider’s path while making a left and speed listed as a contributing factor. Helmet use or signals are not cited. The impact points and positions show a left-turn conflict that put the motorcycle and its young rider in the crosshairs on a wide Brooklyn arterial.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
18
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
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Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal▸Jul 15 - A judge stopped city crews from tearing out Bedford Ave’s only protected bike lane. The lane, shielded by parked cars, now waits for a court fight. Cyclists and advocates hold their ground.
NY Daily News reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge blocked New York City from removing the protected Bedford Ave bike lane in Williamsburg. The city planned to move cyclists next to car traffic, but the court granted an emergency restraining order after advocates appealed. Ben Furnas of Transportation Alternatives called the lane a 'critical safety project.' City Hall insists the reconfiguration is legal and claims the appeal delays 'easing the safety concerns plaguing Williamsburg parents.' The protected lane, installed in October 2024, separates cyclists from moving vehicles. The ruling highlights ongoing policy battles over street design and cyclist safety.
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Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
12
Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 12 - A BMW sped through a Brooklyn red light at dawn. Two men crossing 3rd Avenue fell. Both died on the street. The driver fled. Police caught him. Charges followed. The toll of cars grows.
Gothamist (2025-07-12) reports a Staten Island man "blew through a red light and killed two pedestrians" at 3rd Avenue and 52nd Street, Brooklyn. Police say the driver, 23, struck Kex Un Chen, 80, and Faqiu Lin, 59, then fled. Both victims died at the scene. The suspect faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. NYPD data shows 98 citywide traffic deaths this year, nearly half pedestrians. The crash highlights the lethal risk at intersections and the deadly impact of ignoring signals.
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Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-12
11
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸Jul 11 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
11
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 11 - A driver struck two men in Sunset Park. Both died. The driver fled. Police investigate. The street holds the silence. Lives ended. The car kept going.
CBS New York (July 11, 2025) reports two men were killed by a hit-and-run driver in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Police say the driver 'took off' after striking the pedestrians. The article notes an 'active investigation' but gives no details on arrests or charges. The crash highlights the lethal risk to pedestrians and the ongoing problem of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No mention of street design or enforcement changes.
-
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-11
- Police hunting for driver who hit and killed a 75-year-old woman in Brooklyn and then sped off, CBS New York, Published 2025-10-05
27
E-bike driver hits two pedestrians on Fulton▸Sep 27 - An e-bike driver going west on Fulton hit two men at Rochester Avenue in Brooklyn. A 73-year-old suffered head lacerations. Police recorded driver inattention and failure to yield.
The driver of an e-bike traveled west on Fulton Street and hit two pedestrians at Rochester Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:29 p.m. on September 27, 2025. A 73-year-old man suffered severe head lacerations. A 69-year-old man had an unspecified condition. They were not at an intersection. It happened within the 81st Precinct. The driver was going straight ahead. The report lists the point of impact as the center front end. The e-bike showed no damage. One rider. According to the police report, police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver.
21
Firefighters racing to emergency collide with moped driver in Brooklyn, sending him to hospital▸
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Firefighters racing to emergency collide with moped driver in Brooklyn, sending him to hospital,
amny,
Published 2025-09-21
19
Woman fatally struck by 18-wheeler truck in hit-and-run crash in Brooklyn▸
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Woman fatally struck by 18-wheeler truck in hit-and-run crash in Brooklyn,
ABC7,
Published 2025-09-19
14
SUV Drivers Collide on Sumpter; Passenger Hurt▸Sep 14 - Two SUV drivers going straight collided near 204 Sumpter Street in Brooklyn. A front-seat passenger suffered crush injuries to her back. Police recorded driver inexperience.
Two SUV drivers collided near 204 Sumpter Street in Brooklyn around 8:04 p.m. The driver of a 2023 GMC, traveling north, drove straight and hit the left rear of a 2004 Ford driven east. Impact came at the GMC’s center front and the Ford’s left rear. A 30-year-old woman riding in the front passenger seat was injured. Police listed crush injuries and back pain; she was conscious. According to the police report, police recorded driver inexperience as a contributing factor.
3
Left turn at Gates and Ralph injures rider▸Sep 3 - A left-turn driver in a sedan hit a motorcyclist going east on Gates at Ralph in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered severe lacerations. The car driver reported arm pain. Police recorded unsafe speed.
According to the police report, a driver in a 2012 Honda sedan was making a left turn at Gates Ave and Ralph Ave in Brooklyn when he collided with a 44-year-old man riding a 2024 Ducati motorcycle eastbound. The crash occurred at 7:48 p.m. The sedan traveled west on Gates before the turn; the rider was going straight east. The rider was ejected and suffered severe lacerations. The 25-year-old sedan driver reported arm pain. Police recorded unsafe speed. Both vehicles showed center front-end impact and damage. The report lists no other contributing factors tied to either driver, and both drivers were licensed.
2
Ambulance driver hits teen at Tapscott▸Sep 2 - A westbound ambulance driver hit a 16-year-old girl at E New York Ave and Tapscott St. She was semiconscious. Severe cuts to her face. The impact came on the right front bumper.
A driver in an ambulance, heading west on E New York Ave, hit a 16-year-old pedestrian at Tapscott St in Brooklyn at 3:13 p.m. She was semiconscious with severe facial lacerations. The listed point of impact was the right front bumper. According to the police report, the driver was licensed in New York and the vehicle was a 2023 Ford ambulance with no recorded damage. The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified” for the driver and the pedestrian. No driver error was recorded in the data.
14
Sedan Hits 61-Year-Old Woman on Utica▸Aug 14 - A southbound sedan hit a 61-year-old woman crossing Utica Avenue at Lenox Road. She suffered head trauma, severe bleeding and was semiconscious. The sedan's center front end took the impact.
A southbound 2022 Honda sedan traveling straight on Utica Avenue struck a 61-year-old woman who was crossing outside an intersection at Lenox Road. She suffered head injuries, severe bleeding and was semiconscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified." The vehicle's center front end was the point of impact and showed center-front damage. The report notes the driver was licensed and the car registered in New Jersey. No specific driver failures or charges are recorded in the provided data.
5
Left-Turn Collision Kills Motorcyclist on Pitkin▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Pitkin and Strauss and hit a westbound motorcyclist. The rider was ejected and died. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' by the drivers.
On Pitkin Avenue at Strauss Street in Brooklyn at 3:59 a.m., the driver of a sedan making a left turn hit a westbound motorcyclist. The 29-year-old rider was ejected and died. According to the police report, police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' for both drivers. Both drivers were licensed. The motorcycle was registered in New York; the sedan carried New Jersey plates. The report lists travel directions: south for the sedan, west for the motorcycle. No other fatalities are listed.
3
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
2
Taxi turning hits motorcycle on Parkway▸Aug 2 - A turning taxi cut across Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland. The motorcycle slammed the nose. The rider, 16, was ejected and badly hurt. Teens in the cab were shaken. Speed listed. Steel met flesh. The system failed again.
A taxi making a left from Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland Street struck a westbound motorcycle. The motorcycle hit the taxi’s front and the 16-year-old rider was ejected and injured. Several teen passengers in the cab were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved a “Taxi, Motorcycle” with the factor “Unsafe Speed.” Driver errors include the taxi turning into the rider’s path while making a left and speed listed as a contributing factor. Helmet use or signals are not cited. The impact points and positions show a left-turn conflict that put the motorcycle and its young rider in the crosshairs on a wide Brooklyn arterial.
25
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
18
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
-
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal▸Jul 15 - A judge stopped city crews from tearing out Bedford Ave’s only protected bike lane. The lane, shielded by parked cars, now waits for a court fight. Cyclists and advocates hold their ground.
NY Daily News reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge blocked New York City from removing the protected Bedford Ave bike lane in Williamsburg. The city planned to move cyclists next to car traffic, but the court granted an emergency restraining order after advocates appealed. Ben Furnas of Transportation Alternatives called the lane a 'critical safety project.' City Hall insists the reconfiguration is legal and claims the appeal delays 'easing the safety concerns plaguing Williamsburg parents.' The protected lane, installed in October 2024, separates cyclists from moving vehicles. The ruling highlights ongoing policy battles over street design and cyclist safety.
-
Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
12
Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 12 - A BMW sped through a Brooklyn red light at dawn. Two men crossing 3rd Avenue fell. Both died on the street. The driver fled. Police caught him. Charges followed. The toll of cars grows.
Gothamist (2025-07-12) reports a Staten Island man "blew through a red light and killed two pedestrians" at 3rd Avenue and 52nd Street, Brooklyn. Police say the driver, 23, struck Kex Un Chen, 80, and Faqiu Lin, 59, then fled. Both victims died at the scene. The suspect faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. NYPD data shows 98 citywide traffic deaths this year, nearly half pedestrians. The crash highlights the lethal risk at intersections and the deadly impact of ignoring signals.
-
Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-12
11
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸Jul 11 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
11
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 11 - A driver struck two men in Sunset Park. Both died. The driver fled. Police investigate. The street holds the silence. Lives ended. The car kept going.
CBS New York (July 11, 2025) reports two men were killed by a hit-and-run driver in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Police say the driver 'took off' after striking the pedestrians. The article notes an 'active investigation' but gives no details on arrests or charges. The crash highlights the lethal risk to pedestrians and the ongoing problem of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No mention of street design or enforcement changes.
-
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-11
Sep 27 - An e-bike driver going west on Fulton hit two men at Rochester Avenue in Brooklyn. A 73-year-old suffered head lacerations. Police recorded driver inattention and failure to yield.
The driver of an e-bike traveled west on Fulton Street and hit two pedestrians at Rochester Avenue in Brooklyn at 9:29 p.m. on September 27, 2025. A 73-year-old man suffered severe head lacerations. A 69-year-old man had an unspecified condition. They were not at an intersection. It happened within the 81st Precinct. The driver was going straight ahead. The report lists the point of impact as the center front end. The e-bike showed no damage. One rider. According to the police report, police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver.
21
Firefighters racing to emergency collide with moped driver in Brooklyn, sending him to hospital▸
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Firefighters racing to emergency collide with moped driver in Brooklyn, sending him to hospital,
amny,
Published 2025-09-21
19
Woman fatally struck by 18-wheeler truck in hit-and-run crash in Brooklyn▸
-
Woman fatally struck by 18-wheeler truck in hit-and-run crash in Brooklyn,
ABC7,
Published 2025-09-19
14
SUV Drivers Collide on Sumpter; Passenger Hurt▸Sep 14 - Two SUV drivers going straight collided near 204 Sumpter Street in Brooklyn. A front-seat passenger suffered crush injuries to her back. Police recorded driver inexperience.
Two SUV drivers collided near 204 Sumpter Street in Brooklyn around 8:04 p.m. The driver of a 2023 GMC, traveling north, drove straight and hit the left rear of a 2004 Ford driven east. Impact came at the GMC’s center front and the Ford’s left rear. A 30-year-old woman riding in the front passenger seat was injured. Police listed crush injuries and back pain; she was conscious. According to the police report, police recorded driver inexperience as a contributing factor.
3
Left turn at Gates and Ralph injures rider▸Sep 3 - A left-turn driver in a sedan hit a motorcyclist going east on Gates at Ralph in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered severe lacerations. The car driver reported arm pain. Police recorded unsafe speed.
According to the police report, a driver in a 2012 Honda sedan was making a left turn at Gates Ave and Ralph Ave in Brooklyn when he collided with a 44-year-old man riding a 2024 Ducati motorcycle eastbound. The crash occurred at 7:48 p.m. The sedan traveled west on Gates before the turn; the rider was going straight east. The rider was ejected and suffered severe lacerations. The 25-year-old sedan driver reported arm pain. Police recorded unsafe speed. Both vehicles showed center front-end impact and damage. The report lists no other contributing factors tied to either driver, and both drivers were licensed.
2
Ambulance driver hits teen at Tapscott▸Sep 2 - A westbound ambulance driver hit a 16-year-old girl at E New York Ave and Tapscott St. She was semiconscious. Severe cuts to her face. The impact came on the right front bumper.
A driver in an ambulance, heading west on E New York Ave, hit a 16-year-old pedestrian at Tapscott St in Brooklyn at 3:13 p.m. She was semiconscious with severe facial lacerations. The listed point of impact was the right front bumper. According to the police report, the driver was licensed in New York and the vehicle was a 2023 Ford ambulance with no recorded damage. The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified” for the driver and the pedestrian. No driver error was recorded in the data.
14
Sedan Hits 61-Year-Old Woman on Utica▸Aug 14 - A southbound sedan hit a 61-year-old woman crossing Utica Avenue at Lenox Road. She suffered head trauma, severe bleeding and was semiconscious. The sedan's center front end took the impact.
A southbound 2022 Honda sedan traveling straight on Utica Avenue struck a 61-year-old woman who was crossing outside an intersection at Lenox Road. She suffered head injuries, severe bleeding and was semiconscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified." The vehicle's center front end was the point of impact and showed center-front damage. The report notes the driver was licensed and the car registered in New Jersey. No specific driver failures or charges are recorded in the provided data.
5
Left-Turn Collision Kills Motorcyclist on Pitkin▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Pitkin and Strauss and hit a westbound motorcyclist. The rider was ejected and died. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' by the drivers.
On Pitkin Avenue at Strauss Street in Brooklyn at 3:59 a.m., the driver of a sedan making a left turn hit a westbound motorcyclist. The 29-year-old rider was ejected and died. According to the police report, police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' for both drivers. Both drivers were licensed. The motorcycle was registered in New York; the sedan carried New Jersey plates. The report lists travel directions: south for the sedan, west for the motorcycle. No other fatalities are listed.
3
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
2
Taxi turning hits motorcycle on Parkway▸Aug 2 - A turning taxi cut across Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland. The motorcycle slammed the nose. The rider, 16, was ejected and badly hurt. Teens in the cab were shaken. Speed listed. Steel met flesh. The system failed again.
A taxi making a left from Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland Street struck a westbound motorcycle. The motorcycle hit the taxi’s front and the 16-year-old rider was ejected and injured. Several teen passengers in the cab were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved a “Taxi, Motorcycle” with the factor “Unsafe Speed.” Driver errors include the taxi turning into the rider’s path while making a left and speed listed as a contributing factor. Helmet use or signals are not cited. The impact points and positions show a left-turn conflict that put the motorcycle and its young rider in the crosshairs on a wide Brooklyn arterial.
25
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
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Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
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Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
18
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
-
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal▸Jul 15 - A judge stopped city crews from tearing out Bedford Ave’s only protected bike lane. The lane, shielded by parked cars, now waits for a court fight. Cyclists and advocates hold their ground.
NY Daily News reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge blocked New York City from removing the protected Bedford Ave bike lane in Williamsburg. The city planned to move cyclists next to car traffic, but the court granted an emergency restraining order after advocates appealed. Ben Furnas of Transportation Alternatives called the lane a 'critical safety project.' City Hall insists the reconfiguration is legal and claims the appeal delays 'easing the safety concerns plaguing Williamsburg parents.' The protected lane, installed in October 2024, separates cyclists from moving vehicles. The ruling highlights ongoing policy battles over street design and cyclist safety.
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Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
12
Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 12 - A BMW sped through a Brooklyn red light at dawn. Two men crossing 3rd Avenue fell. Both died on the street. The driver fled. Police caught him. Charges followed. The toll of cars grows.
Gothamist (2025-07-12) reports a Staten Island man "blew through a red light and killed two pedestrians" at 3rd Avenue and 52nd Street, Brooklyn. Police say the driver, 23, struck Kex Un Chen, 80, and Faqiu Lin, 59, then fled. Both victims died at the scene. The suspect faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. NYPD data shows 98 citywide traffic deaths this year, nearly half pedestrians. The crash highlights the lethal risk at intersections and the deadly impact of ignoring signals.
-
Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-12
11
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸Jul 11 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
11
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 11 - A driver struck two men in Sunset Park. Both died. The driver fled. Police investigate. The street holds the silence. Lives ended. The car kept going.
CBS New York (July 11, 2025) reports two men were killed by a hit-and-run driver in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Police say the driver 'took off' after striking the pedestrians. The article notes an 'active investigation' but gives no details on arrests or charges. The crash highlights the lethal risk to pedestrians and the ongoing problem of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No mention of street design or enforcement changes.
-
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-11
- Firefighters racing to emergency collide with moped driver in Brooklyn, sending him to hospital, amny, Published 2025-09-21
19
Woman fatally struck by 18-wheeler truck in hit-and-run crash in Brooklyn▸
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Woman fatally struck by 18-wheeler truck in hit-and-run crash in Brooklyn,
ABC7,
Published 2025-09-19
14
SUV Drivers Collide on Sumpter; Passenger Hurt▸Sep 14 - Two SUV drivers going straight collided near 204 Sumpter Street in Brooklyn. A front-seat passenger suffered crush injuries to her back. Police recorded driver inexperience.
Two SUV drivers collided near 204 Sumpter Street in Brooklyn around 8:04 p.m. The driver of a 2023 GMC, traveling north, drove straight and hit the left rear of a 2004 Ford driven east. Impact came at the GMC’s center front and the Ford’s left rear. A 30-year-old woman riding in the front passenger seat was injured. Police listed crush injuries and back pain; she was conscious. According to the police report, police recorded driver inexperience as a contributing factor.
3
Left turn at Gates and Ralph injures rider▸Sep 3 - A left-turn driver in a sedan hit a motorcyclist going east on Gates at Ralph in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered severe lacerations. The car driver reported arm pain. Police recorded unsafe speed.
According to the police report, a driver in a 2012 Honda sedan was making a left turn at Gates Ave and Ralph Ave in Brooklyn when he collided with a 44-year-old man riding a 2024 Ducati motorcycle eastbound. The crash occurred at 7:48 p.m. The sedan traveled west on Gates before the turn; the rider was going straight east. The rider was ejected and suffered severe lacerations. The 25-year-old sedan driver reported arm pain. Police recorded unsafe speed. Both vehicles showed center front-end impact and damage. The report lists no other contributing factors tied to either driver, and both drivers were licensed.
2
Ambulance driver hits teen at Tapscott▸Sep 2 - A westbound ambulance driver hit a 16-year-old girl at E New York Ave and Tapscott St. She was semiconscious. Severe cuts to her face. The impact came on the right front bumper.
A driver in an ambulance, heading west on E New York Ave, hit a 16-year-old pedestrian at Tapscott St in Brooklyn at 3:13 p.m. She was semiconscious with severe facial lacerations. The listed point of impact was the right front bumper. According to the police report, the driver was licensed in New York and the vehicle was a 2023 Ford ambulance with no recorded damage. The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified” for the driver and the pedestrian. No driver error was recorded in the data.
14
Sedan Hits 61-Year-Old Woman on Utica▸Aug 14 - A southbound sedan hit a 61-year-old woman crossing Utica Avenue at Lenox Road. She suffered head trauma, severe bleeding and was semiconscious. The sedan's center front end took the impact.
A southbound 2022 Honda sedan traveling straight on Utica Avenue struck a 61-year-old woman who was crossing outside an intersection at Lenox Road. She suffered head injuries, severe bleeding and was semiconscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified." The vehicle's center front end was the point of impact and showed center-front damage. The report notes the driver was licensed and the car registered in New Jersey. No specific driver failures or charges are recorded in the provided data.
5
Left-Turn Collision Kills Motorcyclist on Pitkin▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Pitkin and Strauss and hit a westbound motorcyclist. The rider was ejected and died. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' by the drivers.
On Pitkin Avenue at Strauss Street in Brooklyn at 3:59 a.m., the driver of a sedan making a left turn hit a westbound motorcyclist. The 29-year-old rider was ejected and died. According to the police report, police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' for both drivers. Both drivers were licensed. The motorcycle was registered in New York; the sedan carried New Jersey plates. The report lists travel directions: south for the sedan, west for the motorcycle. No other fatalities are listed.
3
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
-
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
2
Taxi turning hits motorcycle on Parkway▸Aug 2 - A turning taxi cut across Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland. The motorcycle slammed the nose. The rider, 16, was ejected and badly hurt. Teens in the cab were shaken. Speed listed. Steel met flesh. The system failed again.
A taxi making a left from Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland Street struck a westbound motorcycle. The motorcycle hit the taxi’s front and the 16-year-old rider was ejected and injured. Several teen passengers in the cab were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved a “Taxi, Motorcycle” with the factor “Unsafe Speed.” Driver errors include the taxi turning into the rider’s path while making a left and speed listed as a contributing factor. Helmet use or signals are not cited. The impact points and positions show a left-turn conflict that put the motorcycle and its young rider in the crosshairs on a wide Brooklyn arterial.
25
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
-
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
-
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
18
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
-
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal▸Jul 15 - A judge stopped city crews from tearing out Bedford Ave’s only protected bike lane. The lane, shielded by parked cars, now waits for a court fight. Cyclists and advocates hold their ground.
NY Daily News reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge blocked New York City from removing the protected Bedford Ave bike lane in Williamsburg. The city planned to move cyclists next to car traffic, but the court granted an emergency restraining order after advocates appealed. Ben Furnas of Transportation Alternatives called the lane a 'critical safety project.' City Hall insists the reconfiguration is legal and claims the appeal delays 'easing the safety concerns plaguing Williamsburg parents.' The protected lane, installed in October 2024, separates cyclists from moving vehicles. The ruling highlights ongoing policy battles over street design and cyclist safety.
-
Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
12
Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 12 - A BMW sped through a Brooklyn red light at dawn. Two men crossing 3rd Avenue fell. Both died on the street. The driver fled. Police caught him. Charges followed. The toll of cars grows.
Gothamist (2025-07-12) reports a Staten Island man "blew through a red light and killed two pedestrians" at 3rd Avenue and 52nd Street, Brooklyn. Police say the driver, 23, struck Kex Un Chen, 80, and Faqiu Lin, 59, then fled. Both victims died at the scene. The suspect faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. NYPD data shows 98 citywide traffic deaths this year, nearly half pedestrians. The crash highlights the lethal risk at intersections and the deadly impact of ignoring signals.
-
Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-12
11
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸Jul 11 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
11
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 11 - A driver struck two men in Sunset Park. Both died. The driver fled. Police investigate. The street holds the silence. Lives ended. The car kept going.
CBS New York (July 11, 2025) reports two men were killed by a hit-and-run driver in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Police say the driver 'took off' after striking the pedestrians. The article notes an 'active investigation' but gives no details on arrests or charges. The crash highlights the lethal risk to pedestrians and the ongoing problem of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No mention of street design or enforcement changes.
-
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-11
- Woman fatally struck by 18-wheeler truck in hit-and-run crash in Brooklyn, ABC7, Published 2025-09-19
14
SUV Drivers Collide on Sumpter; Passenger Hurt▸Sep 14 - Two SUV drivers going straight collided near 204 Sumpter Street in Brooklyn. A front-seat passenger suffered crush injuries to her back. Police recorded driver inexperience.
Two SUV drivers collided near 204 Sumpter Street in Brooklyn around 8:04 p.m. The driver of a 2023 GMC, traveling north, drove straight and hit the left rear of a 2004 Ford driven east. Impact came at the GMC’s center front and the Ford’s left rear. A 30-year-old woman riding in the front passenger seat was injured. Police listed crush injuries and back pain; she was conscious. According to the police report, police recorded driver inexperience as a contributing factor.
3
Left turn at Gates and Ralph injures rider▸Sep 3 - A left-turn driver in a sedan hit a motorcyclist going east on Gates at Ralph in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered severe lacerations. The car driver reported arm pain. Police recorded unsafe speed.
According to the police report, a driver in a 2012 Honda sedan was making a left turn at Gates Ave and Ralph Ave in Brooklyn when he collided with a 44-year-old man riding a 2024 Ducati motorcycle eastbound. The crash occurred at 7:48 p.m. The sedan traveled west on Gates before the turn; the rider was going straight east. The rider was ejected and suffered severe lacerations. The 25-year-old sedan driver reported arm pain. Police recorded unsafe speed. Both vehicles showed center front-end impact and damage. The report lists no other contributing factors tied to either driver, and both drivers were licensed.
2
Ambulance driver hits teen at Tapscott▸Sep 2 - A westbound ambulance driver hit a 16-year-old girl at E New York Ave and Tapscott St. She was semiconscious. Severe cuts to her face. The impact came on the right front bumper.
A driver in an ambulance, heading west on E New York Ave, hit a 16-year-old pedestrian at Tapscott St in Brooklyn at 3:13 p.m. She was semiconscious with severe facial lacerations. The listed point of impact was the right front bumper. According to the police report, the driver was licensed in New York and the vehicle was a 2023 Ford ambulance with no recorded damage. The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified” for the driver and the pedestrian. No driver error was recorded in the data.
14
Sedan Hits 61-Year-Old Woman on Utica▸Aug 14 - A southbound sedan hit a 61-year-old woman crossing Utica Avenue at Lenox Road. She suffered head trauma, severe bleeding and was semiconscious. The sedan's center front end took the impact.
A southbound 2022 Honda sedan traveling straight on Utica Avenue struck a 61-year-old woman who was crossing outside an intersection at Lenox Road. She suffered head injuries, severe bleeding and was semiconscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified." The vehicle's center front end was the point of impact and showed center-front damage. The report notes the driver was licensed and the car registered in New Jersey. No specific driver failures or charges are recorded in the provided data.
5
Left-Turn Collision Kills Motorcyclist on Pitkin▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Pitkin and Strauss and hit a westbound motorcyclist. The rider was ejected and died. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' by the drivers.
On Pitkin Avenue at Strauss Street in Brooklyn at 3:59 a.m., the driver of a sedan making a left turn hit a westbound motorcyclist. The 29-year-old rider was ejected and died. According to the police report, police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' for both drivers. Both drivers were licensed. The motorcycle was registered in New York; the sedan carried New Jersey plates. The report lists travel directions: south for the sedan, west for the motorcycle. No other fatalities are listed.
3
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
-
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
2
Taxi turning hits motorcycle on Parkway▸Aug 2 - A turning taxi cut across Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland. The motorcycle slammed the nose. The rider, 16, was ejected and badly hurt. Teens in the cab were shaken. Speed listed. Steel met flesh. The system failed again.
A taxi making a left from Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland Street struck a westbound motorcycle. The motorcycle hit the taxi’s front and the 16-year-old rider was ejected and injured. Several teen passengers in the cab were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved a “Taxi, Motorcycle” with the factor “Unsafe Speed.” Driver errors include the taxi turning into the rider’s path while making a left and speed listed as a contributing factor. Helmet use or signals are not cited. The impact points and positions show a left-turn conflict that put the motorcycle and its young rider in the crosshairs on a wide Brooklyn arterial.
25
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
-
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
-
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
18
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
-
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal▸Jul 15 - A judge stopped city crews from tearing out Bedford Ave’s only protected bike lane. The lane, shielded by parked cars, now waits for a court fight. Cyclists and advocates hold their ground.
NY Daily News reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge blocked New York City from removing the protected Bedford Ave bike lane in Williamsburg. The city planned to move cyclists next to car traffic, but the court granted an emergency restraining order after advocates appealed. Ben Furnas of Transportation Alternatives called the lane a 'critical safety project.' City Hall insists the reconfiguration is legal and claims the appeal delays 'easing the safety concerns plaguing Williamsburg parents.' The protected lane, installed in October 2024, separates cyclists from moving vehicles. The ruling highlights ongoing policy battles over street design and cyclist safety.
-
Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
12
Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 12 - A BMW sped through a Brooklyn red light at dawn. Two men crossing 3rd Avenue fell. Both died on the street. The driver fled. Police caught him. Charges followed. The toll of cars grows.
Gothamist (2025-07-12) reports a Staten Island man "blew through a red light and killed two pedestrians" at 3rd Avenue and 52nd Street, Brooklyn. Police say the driver, 23, struck Kex Un Chen, 80, and Faqiu Lin, 59, then fled. Both victims died at the scene. The suspect faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. NYPD data shows 98 citywide traffic deaths this year, nearly half pedestrians. The crash highlights the lethal risk at intersections and the deadly impact of ignoring signals.
-
Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-12
11
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸Jul 11 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
11
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 11 - A driver struck two men in Sunset Park. Both died. The driver fled. Police investigate. The street holds the silence. Lives ended. The car kept going.
CBS New York (July 11, 2025) reports two men were killed by a hit-and-run driver in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Police say the driver 'took off' after striking the pedestrians. The article notes an 'active investigation' but gives no details on arrests or charges. The crash highlights the lethal risk to pedestrians and the ongoing problem of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No mention of street design or enforcement changes.
-
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-11
Sep 14 - Two SUV drivers going straight collided near 204 Sumpter Street in Brooklyn. A front-seat passenger suffered crush injuries to her back. Police recorded driver inexperience.
Two SUV drivers collided near 204 Sumpter Street in Brooklyn around 8:04 p.m. The driver of a 2023 GMC, traveling north, drove straight and hit the left rear of a 2004 Ford driven east. Impact came at the GMC’s center front and the Ford’s left rear. A 30-year-old woman riding in the front passenger seat was injured. Police listed crush injuries and back pain; she was conscious. According to the police report, police recorded driver inexperience as a contributing factor.
3
Left turn at Gates and Ralph injures rider▸Sep 3 - A left-turn driver in a sedan hit a motorcyclist going east on Gates at Ralph in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered severe lacerations. The car driver reported arm pain. Police recorded unsafe speed.
According to the police report, a driver in a 2012 Honda sedan was making a left turn at Gates Ave and Ralph Ave in Brooklyn when he collided with a 44-year-old man riding a 2024 Ducati motorcycle eastbound. The crash occurred at 7:48 p.m. The sedan traveled west on Gates before the turn; the rider was going straight east. The rider was ejected and suffered severe lacerations. The 25-year-old sedan driver reported arm pain. Police recorded unsafe speed. Both vehicles showed center front-end impact and damage. The report lists no other contributing factors tied to either driver, and both drivers were licensed.
2
Ambulance driver hits teen at Tapscott▸Sep 2 - A westbound ambulance driver hit a 16-year-old girl at E New York Ave and Tapscott St. She was semiconscious. Severe cuts to her face. The impact came on the right front bumper.
A driver in an ambulance, heading west on E New York Ave, hit a 16-year-old pedestrian at Tapscott St in Brooklyn at 3:13 p.m. She was semiconscious with severe facial lacerations. The listed point of impact was the right front bumper. According to the police report, the driver was licensed in New York and the vehicle was a 2023 Ford ambulance with no recorded damage. The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified” for the driver and the pedestrian. No driver error was recorded in the data.
14
Sedan Hits 61-Year-Old Woman on Utica▸Aug 14 - A southbound sedan hit a 61-year-old woman crossing Utica Avenue at Lenox Road. She suffered head trauma, severe bleeding and was semiconscious. The sedan's center front end took the impact.
A southbound 2022 Honda sedan traveling straight on Utica Avenue struck a 61-year-old woman who was crossing outside an intersection at Lenox Road. She suffered head injuries, severe bleeding and was semiconscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified." The vehicle's center front end was the point of impact and showed center-front damage. The report notes the driver was licensed and the car registered in New Jersey. No specific driver failures or charges are recorded in the provided data.
5
Left-Turn Collision Kills Motorcyclist on Pitkin▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Pitkin and Strauss and hit a westbound motorcyclist. The rider was ejected and died. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' by the drivers.
On Pitkin Avenue at Strauss Street in Brooklyn at 3:59 a.m., the driver of a sedan making a left turn hit a westbound motorcyclist. The 29-year-old rider was ejected and died. According to the police report, police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' for both drivers. Both drivers were licensed. The motorcycle was registered in New York; the sedan carried New Jersey plates. The report lists travel directions: south for the sedan, west for the motorcycle. No other fatalities are listed.
3
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
2
Taxi turning hits motorcycle on Parkway▸Aug 2 - A turning taxi cut across Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland. The motorcycle slammed the nose. The rider, 16, was ejected and badly hurt. Teens in the cab were shaken. Speed listed. Steel met flesh. The system failed again.
A taxi making a left from Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland Street struck a westbound motorcycle. The motorcycle hit the taxi’s front and the 16-year-old rider was ejected and injured. Several teen passengers in the cab were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved a “Taxi, Motorcycle” with the factor “Unsafe Speed.” Driver errors include the taxi turning into the rider’s path while making a left and speed listed as a contributing factor. Helmet use or signals are not cited. The impact points and positions show a left-turn conflict that put the motorcycle and its young rider in the crosshairs on a wide Brooklyn arterial.
25
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
-
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
-
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
18
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
-
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal▸Jul 15 - A judge stopped city crews from tearing out Bedford Ave’s only protected bike lane. The lane, shielded by parked cars, now waits for a court fight. Cyclists and advocates hold their ground.
NY Daily News reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge blocked New York City from removing the protected Bedford Ave bike lane in Williamsburg. The city planned to move cyclists next to car traffic, but the court granted an emergency restraining order after advocates appealed. Ben Furnas of Transportation Alternatives called the lane a 'critical safety project.' City Hall insists the reconfiguration is legal and claims the appeal delays 'easing the safety concerns plaguing Williamsburg parents.' The protected lane, installed in October 2024, separates cyclists from moving vehicles. The ruling highlights ongoing policy battles over street design and cyclist safety.
-
Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
12
Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 12 - A BMW sped through a Brooklyn red light at dawn. Two men crossing 3rd Avenue fell. Both died on the street. The driver fled. Police caught him. Charges followed. The toll of cars grows.
Gothamist (2025-07-12) reports a Staten Island man "blew through a red light and killed two pedestrians" at 3rd Avenue and 52nd Street, Brooklyn. Police say the driver, 23, struck Kex Un Chen, 80, and Faqiu Lin, 59, then fled. Both victims died at the scene. The suspect faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. NYPD data shows 98 citywide traffic deaths this year, nearly half pedestrians. The crash highlights the lethal risk at intersections and the deadly impact of ignoring signals.
-
Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-12
11
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸Jul 11 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
11
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 11 - A driver struck two men in Sunset Park. Both died. The driver fled. Police investigate. The street holds the silence. Lives ended. The car kept going.
CBS New York (July 11, 2025) reports two men were killed by a hit-and-run driver in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Police say the driver 'took off' after striking the pedestrians. The article notes an 'active investigation' but gives no details on arrests or charges. The crash highlights the lethal risk to pedestrians and the ongoing problem of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No mention of street design or enforcement changes.
-
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-11
Sep 3 - A left-turn driver in a sedan hit a motorcyclist going east on Gates at Ralph in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered severe lacerations. The car driver reported arm pain. Police recorded unsafe speed.
According to the police report, a driver in a 2012 Honda sedan was making a left turn at Gates Ave and Ralph Ave in Brooklyn when he collided with a 44-year-old man riding a 2024 Ducati motorcycle eastbound. The crash occurred at 7:48 p.m. The sedan traveled west on Gates before the turn; the rider was going straight east. The rider was ejected and suffered severe lacerations. The 25-year-old sedan driver reported arm pain. Police recorded unsafe speed. Both vehicles showed center front-end impact and damage. The report lists no other contributing factors tied to either driver, and both drivers were licensed.
2
Ambulance driver hits teen at Tapscott▸Sep 2 - A westbound ambulance driver hit a 16-year-old girl at E New York Ave and Tapscott St. She was semiconscious. Severe cuts to her face. The impact came on the right front bumper.
A driver in an ambulance, heading west on E New York Ave, hit a 16-year-old pedestrian at Tapscott St in Brooklyn at 3:13 p.m. She was semiconscious with severe facial lacerations. The listed point of impact was the right front bumper. According to the police report, the driver was licensed in New York and the vehicle was a 2023 Ford ambulance with no recorded damage. The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified” for the driver and the pedestrian. No driver error was recorded in the data.
14
Sedan Hits 61-Year-Old Woman on Utica▸Aug 14 - A southbound sedan hit a 61-year-old woman crossing Utica Avenue at Lenox Road. She suffered head trauma, severe bleeding and was semiconscious. The sedan's center front end took the impact.
A southbound 2022 Honda sedan traveling straight on Utica Avenue struck a 61-year-old woman who was crossing outside an intersection at Lenox Road. She suffered head injuries, severe bleeding and was semiconscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified." The vehicle's center front end was the point of impact and showed center-front damage. The report notes the driver was licensed and the car registered in New Jersey. No specific driver failures or charges are recorded in the provided data.
5
Left-Turn Collision Kills Motorcyclist on Pitkin▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Pitkin and Strauss and hit a westbound motorcyclist. The rider was ejected and died. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' by the drivers.
On Pitkin Avenue at Strauss Street in Brooklyn at 3:59 a.m., the driver of a sedan making a left turn hit a westbound motorcyclist. The 29-year-old rider was ejected and died. According to the police report, police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' for both drivers. Both drivers were licensed. The motorcycle was registered in New York; the sedan carried New Jersey plates. The report lists travel directions: south for the sedan, west for the motorcycle. No other fatalities are listed.
3
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
-
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
2
Taxi turning hits motorcycle on Parkway▸Aug 2 - A turning taxi cut across Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland. The motorcycle slammed the nose. The rider, 16, was ejected and badly hurt. Teens in the cab were shaken. Speed listed. Steel met flesh. The system failed again.
A taxi making a left from Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland Street struck a westbound motorcycle. The motorcycle hit the taxi’s front and the 16-year-old rider was ejected and injured. Several teen passengers in the cab were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved a “Taxi, Motorcycle” with the factor “Unsafe Speed.” Driver errors include the taxi turning into the rider’s path while making a left and speed listed as a contributing factor. Helmet use or signals are not cited. The impact points and positions show a left-turn conflict that put the motorcycle and its young rider in the crosshairs on a wide Brooklyn arterial.
25
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
-
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
-
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
18
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
-
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal▸Jul 15 - A judge stopped city crews from tearing out Bedford Ave’s only protected bike lane. The lane, shielded by parked cars, now waits for a court fight. Cyclists and advocates hold their ground.
NY Daily News reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge blocked New York City from removing the protected Bedford Ave bike lane in Williamsburg. The city planned to move cyclists next to car traffic, but the court granted an emergency restraining order after advocates appealed. Ben Furnas of Transportation Alternatives called the lane a 'critical safety project.' City Hall insists the reconfiguration is legal and claims the appeal delays 'easing the safety concerns plaguing Williamsburg parents.' The protected lane, installed in October 2024, separates cyclists from moving vehicles. The ruling highlights ongoing policy battles over street design and cyclist safety.
-
Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
12
Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 12 - A BMW sped through a Brooklyn red light at dawn. Two men crossing 3rd Avenue fell. Both died on the street. The driver fled. Police caught him. Charges followed. The toll of cars grows.
Gothamist (2025-07-12) reports a Staten Island man "blew through a red light and killed two pedestrians" at 3rd Avenue and 52nd Street, Brooklyn. Police say the driver, 23, struck Kex Un Chen, 80, and Faqiu Lin, 59, then fled. Both victims died at the scene. The suspect faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. NYPD data shows 98 citywide traffic deaths this year, nearly half pedestrians. The crash highlights the lethal risk at intersections and the deadly impact of ignoring signals.
-
Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-12
11
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸Jul 11 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
11
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 11 - A driver struck two men in Sunset Park. Both died. The driver fled. Police investigate. The street holds the silence. Lives ended. The car kept going.
CBS New York (July 11, 2025) reports two men were killed by a hit-and-run driver in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Police say the driver 'took off' after striking the pedestrians. The article notes an 'active investigation' but gives no details on arrests or charges. The crash highlights the lethal risk to pedestrians and the ongoing problem of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No mention of street design or enforcement changes.
-
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-11
Sep 2 - A westbound ambulance driver hit a 16-year-old girl at E New York Ave and Tapscott St. She was semiconscious. Severe cuts to her face. The impact came on the right front bumper.
A driver in an ambulance, heading west on E New York Ave, hit a 16-year-old pedestrian at Tapscott St in Brooklyn at 3:13 p.m. She was semiconscious with severe facial lacerations. The listed point of impact was the right front bumper. According to the police report, the driver was licensed in New York and the vehicle was a 2023 Ford ambulance with no recorded damage. The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified” for the driver and the pedestrian. No driver error was recorded in the data.
14
Sedan Hits 61-Year-Old Woman on Utica▸Aug 14 - A southbound sedan hit a 61-year-old woman crossing Utica Avenue at Lenox Road. She suffered head trauma, severe bleeding and was semiconscious. The sedan's center front end took the impact.
A southbound 2022 Honda sedan traveling straight on Utica Avenue struck a 61-year-old woman who was crossing outside an intersection at Lenox Road. She suffered head injuries, severe bleeding and was semiconscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified." The vehicle's center front end was the point of impact and showed center-front damage. The report notes the driver was licensed and the car registered in New Jersey. No specific driver failures or charges are recorded in the provided data.
5
Left-Turn Collision Kills Motorcyclist on Pitkin▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Pitkin and Strauss and hit a westbound motorcyclist. The rider was ejected and died. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' by the drivers.
On Pitkin Avenue at Strauss Street in Brooklyn at 3:59 a.m., the driver of a sedan making a left turn hit a westbound motorcyclist. The 29-year-old rider was ejected and died. According to the police report, police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' for both drivers. Both drivers were licensed. The motorcycle was registered in New York; the sedan carried New Jersey plates. The report lists travel directions: south for the sedan, west for the motorcycle. No other fatalities are listed.
3
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
-
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
2
Taxi turning hits motorcycle on Parkway▸Aug 2 - A turning taxi cut across Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland. The motorcycle slammed the nose. The rider, 16, was ejected and badly hurt. Teens in the cab were shaken. Speed listed. Steel met flesh. The system failed again.
A taxi making a left from Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland Street struck a westbound motorcycle. The motorcycle hit the taxi’s front and the 16-year-old rider was ejected and injured. Several teen passengers in the cab were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved a “Taxi, Motorcycle” with the factor “Unsafe Speed.” Driver errors include the taxi turning into the rider’s path while making a left and speed listed as a contributing factor. Helmet use or signals are not cited. The impact points and positions show a left-turn conflict that put the motorcycle and its young rider in the crosshairs on a wide Brooklyn arterial.
25
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
-
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
-
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
18
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
-
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal▸Jul 15 - A judge stopped city crews from tearing out Bedford Ave’s only protected bike lane. The lane, shielded by parked cars, now waits for a court fight. Cyclists and advocates hold their ground.
NY Daily News reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge blocked New York City from removing the protected Bedford Ave bike lane in Williamsburg. The city planned to move cyclists next to car traffic, but the court granted an emergency restraining order after advocates appealed. Ben Furnas of Transportation Alternatives called the lane a 'critical safety project.' City Hall insists the reconfiguration is legal and claims the appeal delays 'easing the safety concerns plaguing Williamsburg parents.' The protected lane, installed in October 2024, separates cyclists from moving vehicles. The ruling highlights ongoing policy battles over street design and cyclist safety.
-
Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
12
Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 12 - A BMW sped through a Brooklyn red light at dawn. Two men crossing 3rd Avenue fell. Both died on the street. The driver fled. Police caught him. Charges followed. The toll of cars grows.
Gothamist (2025-07-12) reports a Staten Island man "blew through a red light and killed two pedestrians" at 3rd Avenue and 52nd Street, Brooklyn. Police say the driver, 23, struck Kex Un Chen, 80, and Faqiu Lin, 59, then fled. Both victims died at the scene. The suspect faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. NYPD data shows 98 citywide traffic deaths this year, nearly half pedestrians. The crash highlights the lethal risk at intersections and the deadly impact of ignoring signals.
-
Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-12
11
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸Jul 11 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
11
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 11 - A driver struck two men in Sunset Park. Both died. The driver fled. Police investigate. The street holds the silence. Lives ended. The car kept going.
CBS New York (July 11, 2025) reports two men were killed by a hit-and-run driver in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Police say the driver 'took off' after striking the pedestrians. The article notes an 'active investigation' but gives no details on arrests or charges. The crash highlights the lethal risk to pedestrians and the ongoing problem of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No mention of street design or enforcement changes.
-
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-11
Aug 14 - A southbound sedan hit a 61-year-old woman crossing Utica Avenue at Lenox Road. She suffered head trauma, severe bleeding and was semiconscious. The sedan's center front end took the impact.
A southbound 2022 Honda sedan traveling straight on Utica Avenue struck a 61-year-old woman who was crossing outside an intersection at Lenox Road. She suffered head injuries, severe bleeding and was semiconscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified." The vehicle's center front end was the point of impact and showed center-front damage. The report notes the driver was licensed and the car registered in New Jersey. No specific driver failures or charges are recorded in the provided data.
5
Left-Turn Collision Kills Motorcyclist on Pitkin▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Pitkin and Strauss and hit a westbound motorcyclist. The rider was ejected and died. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' by the drivers.
On Pitkin Avenue at Strauss Street in Brooklyn at 3:59 a.m., the driver of a sedan making a left turn hit a westbound motorcyclist. The 29-year-old rider was ejected and died. According to the police report, police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' for both drivers. Both drivers were licensed. The motorcycle was registered in New York; the sedan carried New Jersey plates. The report lists travel directions: south for the sedan, west for the motorcycle. No other fatalities are listed.
3
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
-
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
2
Taxi turning hits motorcycle on Parkway▸Aug 2 - A turning taxi cut across Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland. The motorcycle slammed the nose. The rider, 16, was ejected and badly hurt. Teens in the cab were shaken. Speed listed. Steel met flesh. The system failed again.
A taxi making a left from Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland Street struck a westbound motorcycle. The motorcycle hit the taxi’s front and the 16-year-old rider was ejected and injured. Several teen passengers in the cab were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved a “Taxi, Motorcycle” with the factor “Unsafe Speed.” Driver errors include the taxi turning into the rider’s path while making a left and speed listed as a contributing factor. Helmet use or signals are not cited. The impact points and positions show a left-turn conflict that put the motorcycle and its young rider in the crosshairs on a wide Brooklyn arterial.
25
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
-
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
-
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
18
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
-
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal▸Jul 15 - A judge stopped city crews from tearing out Bedford Ave’s only protected bike lane. The lane, shielded by parked cars, now waits for a court fight. Cyclists and advocates hold their ground.
NY Daily News reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge blocked New York City from removing the protected Bedford Ave bike lane in Williamsburg. The city planned to move cyclists next to car traffic, but the court granted an emergency restraining order after advocates appealed. Ben Furnas of Transportation Alternatives called the lane a 'critical safety project.' City Hall insists the reconfiguration is legal and claims the appeal delays 'easing the safety concerns plaguing Williamsburg parents.' The protected lane, installed in October 2024, separates cyclists from moving vehicles. The ruling highlights ongoing policy battles over street design and cyclist safety.
-
Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
12
Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 12 - A BMW sped through a Brooklyn red light at dawn. Two men crossing 3rd Avenue fell. Both died on the street. The driver fled. Police caught him. Charges followed. The toll of cars grows.
Gothamist (2025-07-12) reports a Staten Island man "blew through a red light and killed two pedestrians" at 3rd Avenue and 52nd Street, Brooklyn. Police say the driver, 23, struck Kex Un Chen, 80, and Faqiu Lin, 59, then fled. Both victims died at the scene. The suspect faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. NYPD data shows 98 citywide traffic deaths this year, nearly half pedestrians. The crash highlights the lethal risk at intersections and the deadly impact of ignoring signals.
-
Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-12
11
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸Jul 11 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
11
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 11 - A driver struck two men in Sunset Park. Both died. The driver fled. Police investigate. The street holds the silence. Lives ended. The car kept going.
CBS New York (July 11, 2025) reports two men were killed by a hit-and-run driver in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Police say the driver 'took off' after striking the pedestrians. The article notes an 'active investigation' but gives no details on arrests or charges. The crash highlights the lethal risk to pedestrians and the ongoing problem of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No mention of street design or enforcement changes.
-
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-11
Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Pitkin and Strauss and hit a westbound motorcyclist. The rider was ejected and died. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' by the drivers.
On Pitkin Avenue at Strauss Street in Brooklyn at 3:59 a.m., the driver of a sedan making a left turn hit a westbound motorcyclist. The 29-year-old rider was ejected and died. According to the police report, police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' for both drivers. Both drivers were licensed. The motorcycle was registered in New York; the sedan carried New Jersey plates. The report lists travel directions: south for the sedan, west for the motorcycle. No other fatalities are listed.
3
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death▸Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
-
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
2
Taxi turning hits motorcycle on Parkway▸Aug 2 - A turning taxi cut across Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland. The motorcycle slammed the nose. The rider, 16, was ejected and badly hurt. Teens in the cab were shaken. Speed listed. Steel met flesh. The system failed again.
A taxi making a left from Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland Street struck a westbound motorcycle. The motorcycle hit the taxi’s front and the 16-year-old rider was ejected and injured. Several teen passengers in the cab were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved a “Taxi, Motorcycle” with the factor “Unsafe Speed.” Driver errors include the taxi turning into the rider’s path while making a left and speed listed as a contributing factor. Helmet use or signals are not cited. The impact points and positions show a left-turn conflict that put the motorcycle and its young rider in the crosshairs on a wide Brooklyn arterial.
25
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
-
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
-
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
18
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
-
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal▸Jul 15 - A judge stopped city crews from tearing out Bedford Ave’s only protected bike lane. The lane, shielded by parked cars, now waits for a court fight. Cyclists and advocates hold their ground.
NY Daily News reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge blocked New York City from removing the protected Bedford Ave bike lane in Williamsburg. The city planned to move cyclists next to car traffic, but the court granted an emergency restraining order after advocates appealed. Ben Furnas of Transportation Alternatives called the lane a 'critical safety project.' City Hall insists the reconfiguration is legal and claims the appeal delays 'easing the safety concerns plaguing Williamsburg parents.' The protected lane, installed in October 2024, separates cyclists from moving vehicles. The ruling highlights ongoing policy battles over street design and cyclist safety.
-
Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
12
Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 12 - A BMW sped through a Brooklyn red light at dawn. Two men crossing 3rd Avenue fell. Both died on the street. The driver fled. Police caught him. Charges followed. The toll of cars grows.
Gothamist (2025-07-12) reports a Staten Island man "blew through a red light and killed two pedestrians" at 3rd Avenue and 52nd Street, Brooklyn. Police say the driver, 23, struck Kex Un Chen, 80, and Faqiu Lin, 59, then fled. Both victims died at the scene. The suspect faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. NYPD data shows 98 citywide traffic deaths this year, nearly half pedestrians. The crash highlights the lethal risk at intersections and the deadly impact of ignoring signals.
-
Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-12
11
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸Jul 11 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
11
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 11 - A driver struck two men in Sunset Park. Both died. The driver fled. Police investigate. The street holds the silence. Lives ended. The car kept going.
CBS New York (July 11, 2025) reports two men were killed by a hit-and-run driver in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Police say the driver 'took off' after striking the pedestrians. The article notes an 'active investigation' but gives no details on arrests or charges. The crash highlights the lethal risk to pedestrians and the ongoing problem of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No mention of street design or enforcement changes.
-
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-11
Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.
- Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-03
2
Taxi turning hits motorcycle on Parkway▸Aug 2 - A turning taxi cut across Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland. The motorcycle slammed the nose. The rider, 16, was ejected and badly hurt. Teens in the cab were shaken. Speed listed. Steel met flesh. The system failed again.
A taxi making a left from Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland Street struck a westbound motorcycle. The motorcycle hit the taxi’s front and the 16-year-old rider was ejected and injured. Several teen passengers in the cab were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved a “Taxi, Motorcycle” with the factor “Unsafe Speed.” Driver errors include the taxi turning into the rider’s path while making a left and speed listed as a contributing factor. Helmet use or signals are not cited. The impact points and positions show a left-turn conflict that put the motorcycle and its young rider in the crosshairs on a wide Brooklyn arterial.
25
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
-
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
-
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
18
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
-
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal▸Jul 15 - A judge stopped city crews from tearing out Bedford Ave’s only protected bike lane. The lane, shielded by parked cars, now waits for a court fight. Cyclists and advocates hold their ground.
NY Daily News reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge blocked New York City from removing the protected Bedford Ave bike lane in Williamsburg. The city planned to move cyclists next to car traffic, but the court granted an emergency restraining order after advocates appealed. Ben Furnas of Transportation Alternatives called the lane a 'critical safety project.' City Hall insists the reconfiguration is legal and claims the appeal delays 'easing the safety concerns plaguing Williamsburg parents.' The protected lane, installed in October 2024, separates cyclists from moving vehicles. The ruling highlights ongoing policy battles over street design and cyclist safety.
-
Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
12
Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 12 - A BMW sped through a Brooklyn red light at dawn. Two men crossing 3rd Avenue fell. Both died on the street. The driver fled. Police caught him. Charges followed. The toll of cars grows.
Gothamist (2025-07-12) reports a Staten Island man "blew through a red light and killed two pedestrians" at 3rd Avenue and 52nd Street, Brooklyn. Police say the driver, 23, struck Kex Un Chen, 80, and Faqiu Lin, 59, then fled. Both victims died at the scene. The suspect faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. NYPD data shows 98 citywide traffic deaths this year, nearly half pedestrians. The crash highlights the lethal risk at intersections and the deadly impact of ignoring signals.
-
Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-12
11
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸Jul 11 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
11
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 11 - A driver struck two men in Sunset Park. Both died. The driver fled. Police investigate. The street holds the silence. Lives ended. The car kept going.
CBS New York (July 11, 2025) reports two men were killed by a hit-and-run driver in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Police say the driver 'took off' after striking the pedestrians. The article notes an 'active investigation' but gives no details on arrests or charges. The crash highlights the lethal risk to pedestrians and the ongoing problem of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No mention of street design or enforcement changes.
-
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-11
Aug 2 - A turning taxi cut across Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland. The motorcycle slammed the nose. The rider, 16, was ejected and badly hurt. Teens in the cab were shaken. Speed listed. Steel met flesh. The system failed again.
A taxi making a left from Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland Street struck a westbound motorcycle. The motorcycle hit the taxi’s front and the 16-year-old rider was ejected and injured. Several teen passengers in the cab were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved a “Taxi, Motorcycle” with the factor “Unsafe Speed.” Driver errors include the taxi turning into the rider’s path while making a left and speed listed as a contributing factor. Helmet use or signals are not cited. The impact points and positions show a left-turn conflict that put the motorcycle and its young rider in the crosshairs on a wide Brooklyn arterial.
25
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
-
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
-
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
18
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
-
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal▸Jul 15 - A judge stopped city crews from tearing out Bedford Ave’s only protected bike lane. The lane, shielded by parked cars, now waits for a court fight. Cyclists and advocates hold their ground.
NY Daily News reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge blocked New York City from removing the protected Bedford Ave bike lane in Williamsburg. The city planned to move cyclists next to car traffic, but the court granted an emergency restraining order after advocates appealed. Ben Furnas of Transportation Alternatives called the lane a 'critical safety project.' City Hall insists the reconfiguration is legal and claims the appeal delays 'easing the safety concerns plaguing Williamsburg parents.' The protected lane, installed in October 2024, separates cyclists from moving vehicles. The ruling highlights ongoing policy battles over street design and cyclist safety.
-
Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
12
Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 12 - A BMW sped through a Brooklyn red light at dawn. Two men crossing 3rd Avenue fell. Both died on the street. The driver fled. Police caught him. Charges followed. The toll of cars grows.
Gothamist (2025-07-12) reports a Staten Island man "blew through a red light and killed two pedestrians" at 3rd Avenue and 52nd Street, Brooklyn. Police say the driver, 23, struck Kex Un Chen, 80, and Faqiu Lin, 59, then fled. Both victims died at the scene. The suspect faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. NYPD data shows 98 citywide traffic deaths this year, nearly half pedestrians. The crash highlights the lethal risk at intersections and the deadly impact of ignoring signals.
-
Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-12
11
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸Jul 11 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
11
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 11 - A driver struck two men in Sunset Park. Both died. The driver fled. Police investigate. The street holds the silence. Lives ended. The car kept going.
CBS New York (July 11, 2025) reports two men were killed by a hit-and-run driver in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Police say the driver 'took off' after striking the pedestrians. The article notes an 'active investigation' but gives no details on arrests or charges. The crash highlights the lethal risk to pedestrians and the ongoing problem of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No mention of street design or enforcement changes.
-
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-11
Jul 25 - Thin string, nearly invisible, sliced at necks and faces. Cyclists struck crossing Marine Parkway Bridge. Injuries mount. No answers. Danger lingers. System fails to clear the path.
Gothamist (2025-07-25) reports multiple cyclists injured by string stretched across the Marine Parkway Bridge walkway. Victims described sudden pain and red marks. One cyclist landed in intensive care in June. The NYPD said no criminality was suspected and has not identified the source. The MTA forbids cycling on the path, but most riders do not dismount due to the narrow walkway. The article quotes Angel Montalvo: "I felt pain, but I didn't know what it was." The recurring hazard exposes gaps in bridge safety and enforcement, leaving vulnerable users at risk.
- Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-25
24
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign▸Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
-
Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-24
18
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
-
Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal▸Jul 15 - A judge stopped city crews from tearing out Bedford Ave’s only protected bike lane. The lane, shielded by parked cars, now waits for a court fight. Cyclists and advocates hold their ground.
NY Daily News reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge blocked New York City from removing the protected Bedford Ave bike lane in Williamsburg. The city planned to move cyclists next to car traffic, but the court granted an emergency restraining order after advocates appealed. Ben Furnas of Transportation Alternatives called the lane a 'critical safety project.' City Hall insists the reconfiguration is legal and claims the appeal delays 'easing the safety concerns plaguing Williamsburg parents.' The protected lane, installed in October 2024, separates cyclists from moving vehicles. The ruling highlights ongoing policy battles over street design and cyclist safety.
-
Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
12
Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 12 - A BMW sped through a Brooklyn red light at dawn. Two men crossing 3rd Avenue fell. Both died on the street. The driver fled. Police caught him. Charges followed. The toll of cars grows.
Gothamist (2025-07-12) reports a Staten Island man "blew through a red light and killed two pedestrians" at 3rd Avenue and 52nd Street, Brooklyn. Police say the driver, 23, struck Kex Un Chen, 80, and Faqiu Lin, 59, then fled. Both victims died at the scene. The suspect faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. NYPD data shows 98 citywide traffic deaths this year, nearly half pedestrians. The crash highlights the lethal risk at intersections and the deadly impact of ignoring signals.
-
Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-12
11
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸Jul 11 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
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Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 11 - A driver struck two men in Sunset Park. Both died. The driver fled. Police investigate. The street holds the silence. Lives ended. The car kept going.
CBS New York (July 11, 2025) reports two men were killed by a hit-and-run driver in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Police say the driver 'took off' after striking the pedestrians. The article notes an 'active investigation' but gives no details on arrests or charges. The crash highlights the lethal risk to pedestrians and the ongoing problem of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No mention of street design or enforcement changes.
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Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-11
Jul 24 - Two dead on Third Avenue. A hit-and-run. Leaders call for change. The city promised a fix. The street stays deadly. Demands grow. Blood stains the corridor. Action lags.
CBS New York (2025-07-24) reports Brooklyn leaders urge the city to redesign Third Avenue after a fatal hit-and-run killed two. The article states, "Traffic safety leaders are calling on New York City to keep its promise to redesign Brooklyn's Third Avenue corridor." The crash highlights ongoing danger and unmet city commitments. Driver fled the scene. Advocates press for swift redesign to prevent more deaths.
- Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-24
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Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes▸Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
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Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal▸Jul 15 - A judge stopped city crews from tearing out Bedford Ave’s only protected bike lane. The lane, shielded by parked cars, now waits for a court fight. Cyclists and advocates hold their ground.
NY Daily News reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge blocked New York City from removing the protected Bedford Ave bike lane in Williamsburg. The city planned to move cyclists next to car traffic, but the court granted an emergency restraining order after advocates appealed. Ben Furnas of Transportation Alternatives called the lane a 'critical safety project.' City Hall insists the reconfiguration is legal and claims the appeal delays 'easing the safety concerns plaguing Williamsburg parents.' The protected lane, installed in October 2024, separates cyclists from moving vehicles. The ruling highlights ongoing policy battles over street design and cyclist safety.
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Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
12
Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 12 - A BMW sped through a Brooklyn red light at dawn. Two men crossing 3rd Avenue fell. Both died on the street. The driver fled. Police caught him. Charges followed. The toll of cars grows.
Gothamist (2025-07-12) reports a Staten Island man "blew through a red light and killed two pedestrians" at 3rd Avenue and 52nd Street, Brooklyn. Police say the driver, 23, struck Kex Un Chen, 80, and Faqiu Lin, 59, then fled. Both victims died at the scene. The suspect faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. NYPD data shows 98 citywide traffic deaths this year, nearly half pedestrians. The crash highlights the lethal risk at intersections and the deadly impact of ignoring signals.
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Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-12
11
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸Jul 11 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
11
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 11 - A driver struck two men in Sunset Park. Both died. The driver fled. Police investigate. The street holds the silence. Lives ended. The car kept going.
CBS New York (July 11, 2025) reports two men were killed by a hit-and-run driver in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Police say the driver 'took off' after striking the pedestrians. The article notes an 'active investigation' but gives no details on arrests or charges. The crash highlights the lethal risk to pedestrians and the ongoing problem of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No mention of street design or enforcement changes.
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Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-11
Jul 18 - A drunk driver killed a man in East Flatbush. Another driver struck a 95-year-old woman in Bensonhurst. Both drivers stayed. Both now face charges. The city counts sixty pedestrians dead this year.
NY Daily News (2025-07-18) reports two Brooklyn drivers face charges after fatal crashes. Winston Reid, accused of drunk driving, struck a man in an East Flatbush crosswalk. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter. In a separate January crash, Timothe Andre hit Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Bensonhurst. Gil died from her injuries. After a six-month probe, Andre was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. The article notes, 'As of Thursday, 60 pedestrians had been killed by vehicles across the city this year.' Both drivers remained at the scene. The cases highlight ongoing risks for city pedestrians and the legal consequences for driver negligence.
- Brooklyn Drivers Charged In Deadly Crashes, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-18
15
Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal▸Jul 15 - A judge stopped city crews from tearing out Bedford Ave’s only protected bike lane. The lane, shielded by parked cars, now waits for a court fight. Cyclists and advocates hold their ground.
NY Daily News reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge blocked New York City from removing the protected Bedford Ave bike lane in Williamsburg. The city planned to move cyclists next to car traffic, but the court granted an emergency restraining order after advocates appealed. Ben Furnas of Transportation Alternatives called the lane a 'critical safety project.' City Hall insists the reconfiguration is legal and claims the appeal delays 'easing the safety concerns plaguing Williamsburg parents.' The protected lane, installed in October 2024, separates cyclists from moving vehicles. The ruling highlights ongoing policy battles over street design and cyclist safety.
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Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
12
Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 12 - A BMW sped through a Brooklyn red light at dawn. Two men crossing 3rd Avenue fell. Both died on the street. The driver fled. Police caught him. Charges followed. The toll of cars grows.
Gothamist (2025-07-12) reports a Staten Island man "blew through a red light and killed two pedestrians" at 3rd Avenue and 52nd Street, Brooklyn. Police say the driver, 23, struck Kex Un Chen, 80, and Faqiu Lin, 59, then fled. Both victims died at the scene. The suspect faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. NYPD data shows 98 citywide traffic deaths this year, nearly half pedestrians. The crash highlights the lethal risk at intersections and the deadly impact of ignoring signals.
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Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-12
11
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸Jul 11 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
11
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 11 - A driver struck two men in Sunset Park. Both died. The driver fled. Police investigate. The street holds the silence. Lives ended. The car kept going.
CBS New York (July 11, 2025) reports two men were killed by a hit-and-run driver in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Police say the driver 'took off' after striking the pedestrians. The article notes an 'active investigation' but gives no details on arrests or charges. The crash highlights the lethal risk to pedestrians and the ongoing problem of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No mention of street design or enforcement changes.
-
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-11
Jul 15 - A judge stopped city crews from tearing out Bedford Ave’s only protected bike lane. The lane, shielded by parked cars, now waits for a court fight. Cyclists and advocates hold their ground.
NY Daily News reported on July 15, 2025, that an appellate judge blocked New York City from removing the protected Bedford Ave bike lane in Williamsburg. The city planned to move cyclists next to car traffic, but the court granted an emergency restraining order after advocates appealed. Ben Furnas of Transportation Alternatives called the lane a 'critical safety project.' City Hall insists the reconfiguration is legal and claims the appeal delays 'easing the safety concerns plaguing Williamsburg parents.' The protected lane, installed in October 2024, separates cyclists from moving vehicles. The ruling highlights ongoing policy battles over street design and cyclist safety.
- Judge Halts Bedford Ave Bike Lane Removal, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-15
12
Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 12 - A BMW sped through a Brooklyn red light at dawn. Two men crossing 3rd Avenue fell. Both died on the street. The driver fled. Police caught him. Charges followed. The toll of cars grows.
Gothamist (2025-07-12) reports a Staten Island man "blew through a red light and killed two pedestrians" at 3rd Avenue and 52nd Street, Brooklyn. Police say the driver, 23, struck Kex Un Chen, 80, and Faqiu Lin, 59, then fled. Both victims died at the scene. The suspect faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. NYPD data shows 98 citywide traffic deaths this year, nearly half pedestrians. The crash highlights the lethal risk at intersections and the deadly impact of ignoring signals.
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Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-12
11
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸Jul 11 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
11
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 11 - A driver struck two men in Sunset Park. Both died. The driver fled. Police investigate. The street holds the silence. Lives ended. The car kept going.
CBS New York (July 11, 2025) reports two men were killed by a hit-and-run driver in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Police say the driver 'took off' after striking the pedestrians. The article notes an 'active investigation' but gives no details on arrests or charges. The crash highlights the lethal risk to pedestrians and the ongoing problem of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No mention of street design or enforcement changes.
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Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-11
Jul 12 - A BMW sped through a Brooklyn red light at dawn. Two men crossing 3rd Avenue fell. Both died on the street. The driver fled. Police caught him. Charges followed. The toll of cars grows.
Gothamist (2025-07-12) reports a Staten Island man "blew through a red light and killed two pedestrians" at 3rd Avenue and 52nd Street, Brooklyn. Police say the driver, 23, struck Kex Un Chen, 80, and Faqiu Lin, 59, then fled. Both victims died at the scene. The suspect faces manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. NYPD data shows 98 citywide traffic deaths this year, nearly half pedestrians. The crash highlights the lethal risk at intersections and the deadly impact of ignoring signals.
- Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-12
11
Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸Jul 11 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
11
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 11 - A driver struck two men in Sunset Park. Both died. The driver fled. Police investigate. The street holds the silence. Lives ended. The car kept going.
CBS New York (July 11, 2025) reports two men were killed by a hit-and-run driver in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Police say the driver 'took off' after striking the pedestrians. The article notes an 'active investigation' but gives no details on arrests or charges. The crash highlights the lethal risk to pedestrians and the ongoing problem of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No mention of street design or enforcement changes.
-
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-11
Jul 11 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
11
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians▸Jul 11 - A driver struck two men in Sunset Park. Both died. The driver fled. Police investigate. The street holds the silence. Lives ended. The car kept going.
CBS New York (July 11, 2025) reports two men were killed by a hit-and-run driver in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Police say the driver 'took off' after striking the pedestrians. The article notes an 'active investigation' but gives no details on arrests or charges. The crash highlights the lethal risk to pedestrians and the ongoing problem of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No mention of street design or enforcement changes.
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Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-11
Jul 11 - A driver struck two men in Sunset Park. Both died. The driver fled. Police investigate. The street holds the silence. Lives ended. The car kept going.
CBS New York (July 11, 2025) reports two men were killed by a hit-and-run driver in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Police say the driver 'took off' after striking the pedestrians. The article notes an 'active investigation' but gives no details on arrests or charges. The crash highlights the lethal risk to pedestrians and the ongoing problem of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No mention of street design or enforcement changes.
- Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Two Pedestrians, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-11