Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Bedford-Stuyvesant (West)?
Bed-Stuy Bleeds: City Rips Out Safety, Death Toll Rises
Bedford-Stuyvesant (West): Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 4, 2025
The Deaths Keep Coming
In Bedford-Stuyvesant (West), the street is a wound that never closes. Seven people have died here since 2022. Nearly 1,400 have been hurt. Twenty suffered injuries so grave they will never walk the same. Most were on foot. Some were riding bikes. Some were just crossing the street.
Just last October, a 49-year-old man was killed at Bedford and Lafayette. He died at the intersection, struck by a driver who kept going straight. No name in the record. Only a body, a street, a time. Weeks later, a 37-year-old man was crushed and killed while working in the road on Myrtle Avenue. The machine that killed him was a truck. The record says “crush injuries.”
The Machines That Kill
SUVs and trucks do the most damage. Since 2022, cars and SUVs have killed three people and hurt 220 more. Trucks and buses killed two, injured 23. Bikes and mopeds hurt a handful, but none killed. The numbers do not lie. The bigger the machine, the deeper the wound.
Promises, Delays, and Silence
The city promised protection. Then it took it away. Just days ago, crews began tearing out the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, leaving cyclists exposed again. The city will replace it with paint. No steel, no barrier. The city has begun removing a stretch of Bedford Avenue’s protected bike lane, with plans to replace it with an unprotected one. The work started at night. The danger will last all day.
Council Member Chi Ossé once called the delays “unacceptable” and demanded a real timeline for safety. The Bedford Avenue bike lane has been unacceptably dangerous since it was first laid, and for years, the people of my district have been promised that it would be protected. The promise is broken. The street is still dangerous.
The Call
This is not fate. This is policy. Every death is a choice made by someone in power. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand real protection for people on foot and on bikes. Do not wait for another name to be added to the list. The street remembers. So should we.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Bedford-Stuyvesant (West) sit politically?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Bedford-Stuyvesant (West)?
▸ Are these crashes just 'accidents'?
▸ What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
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▸ How many people have died or been seriously hurt on these streets since 2022?
▸ What can residents do right now?
Citations
▸ Citations
- Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-23
- City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection, NY1, Published 2025-07-31
- Council Member Chi Ossé Blasts DOT For Delaying — And Maybe Killing — Bedford Ave Bike Lane, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-11-02
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4570143 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
- Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-03
- Man Dies After Fall Onto Subway Tracks, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-30
- Sunset Park Hit-and-Run Spurs Demands, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-24
- Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-23
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-22
- File A 2299, Open States, Published 2025-01-16
- Monday’s Headlines: NYPD Bike Crackdown Edition, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-05
- ‘Crashland’: As Demand Grows, DOT Still Won’t Finish Bike Lane on Dangerous Brooklyn Road, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-04-03
- Activists rail against Hochul’s congestion pricing delay, call for accessibility upgrades to Bed-Stuy subway station, brooklynpaper.com, Published 2024-07-11
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212-788-7354
District 25
906 Broadway 2nd Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Room 805, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
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Traffic Safety Timeline for Bedford-Stuyvesant (West)
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Marcy Avenue▸A sedan hit a man crossing Marcy Avenue. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a back bruise. Steel met flesh. The street stayed silent.
A sedan traveling north on Marcy Avenue struck a 30-year-old man crossing at Monroe Street. The pedestrian suffered a back contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The vehicle's center front end hit the pedestrian. No other injuries were reported. The driver and another occupant were unhurt. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, as documented in the official report.
Dump Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A dump truck struck a young woman in the crosswalk on Nostrand Avenue. She crossed with the signal. The truck failed to yield. She suffered a head injury. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A 20-year-old woman was hit by a dump truck while crossing Nostrand Avenue at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when the truck, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the truck driver. The impact was to the center front end of the truck. The system failed to protect the person on foot.
Improper Lane Use Injures Driver on Myrtle▸Convertible and garbage truck collided on Myrtle. One driver bruised. Police cite improper lane use and following too closely. Metal and bodies met hard. Brooklyn street, night, danger in the turn.
A convertible and a garbage truck crashed on Myrtle Avenue at Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver, age 69, suffered a back contusion. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Following Too Closely' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' These driver errors led to the impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report lists no other contributing factors.
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Bedford Ave▸A Tesla hit a 52-year-old man crossing Bedford Ave. The driver was distracted. The man suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Streets stayed silent. Metal met flesh.
A Tesla traveling north struck a 52-year-old pedestrian crossing Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian, a man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The crash occurred away from an intersection, with the pedestrian crossing where there was no signal or crosswalk. Driver inattention and distraction were listed as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues were noted in the report.
SUV Slams Moped on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn▸SUV struck moped’s rear on Herkimer. Moped driver injured, body bruised. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Streets stay dangerous for riders.
A moped and an SUV collided on Herkimer Street at Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV hit the moped from behind. The 27-year-old moped driver suffered injuries to his entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The moped driver wore a helmet, as noted in the report. The impact left the moped’s rear and the SUV’s front damaged. No other injuries were reported. Systemic danger persists for vulnerable road users.
Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on Throop▸A sedan plowed into a cyclist on Throop Ave. The driver blew past traffic control. The cyclist, a woman, took the hit. She left with neck injuries and bruises. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Throop Ave near Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. The crash left a 28-year-old woman bicyclist injured, suffering neck trauma and bruises. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and made improper lane usage. The cyclist was partially ejected from her bike. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No other injuries were specified for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the risk when drivers ignore signals and rules.
SUVs Collide at Fulton and Nostrand, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed at Fulton and Nostrand. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Steel met steel. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two SUVs collided at the intersection of Fulton Street and Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 50-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma. Another driver and a passenger were listed with unspecified injuries. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risk when drivers lose focus behind the wheel. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a woman crossing Marcy Ave with the signal. She suffered an eye injury. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The street bears the mark of impact.
A 28-year-old woman was injured while crossing Marcy Ave at Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan struck her as she crossed with the signal. She suffered an abrasion and an eye injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver, a 31-year-old woman, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian. The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle.
Cyclist Ejected in Gates Avenue Collision▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Gates Avenue. The rider was ejected, hit her head, and bled. Police cite confusion as a factor. The car showed no damage. The street stayed busy. The cyclist lay hurt.
A crash on Gates Avenue at Classon Avenue in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. The 29-year-old woman riding the bike was ejected and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 33-year-old man, showed no damage and its occupants were unhurt. Both vehicles were traveling east and going straight ahead. The report does not specify further details about the sequence of events. No other contributing factors were listed.
Concrete Mixer Hits Teen Cyclist on Dekalb▸A concrete mixer struck a 19-year-old e-bike rider on Dekalb Ave. The cyclist suffered a head injury. Fatigue played a role. Heavy steel met flesh. Brooklyn street, broad daylight.
A concrete mixer and an e-bike collided on Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. The 19-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering a head contusion. According to the police report, 'Fatigued/Drowsy' was listed as a contributing factor for both drivers. The truck driver was licensed; the e-bike rider was not. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the danger when large vehicles and vulnerable road users share city streets.
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸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
2SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Riders Injured on Flushing Ave▸SUV and motorcycle collide on Flushing Ave. Both motorcycle riders suffer leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A collision on Flushing Ave at Harrison Ave in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV. Two people on the motorcycle, a 47-year-old man and a 48-year-old woman, were injured with abrasions to their legs. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely.' The SUV and motorcycle were both making left turns when they collided. The report lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and follow too closely.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting E Bike Battery Swap▸Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
""I am proud to be here as a resident... We had a fire that blew out an apartment and brought a lot of fear to the building. For far too long families have lived in fear because they're not charging safely."" -- Phara Souffrant Forrest
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
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E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
Cyclist Ejected After Sedan Door Strike on Fulton▸A cyclist slammed into a parked sedan’s door on Fulton. He flew from his bike, bruised and bleeding. The street stayed busy. The car’s left doors crumpled. The city kept moving.
A cyclist, age 30, was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked sedan on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a sedan, with the cyclist ejected and suffering a leg injury and bruising. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
E-Bike Rider Struck by Sedan on Marcy Ave▸A sedan hit an e-bike on Marcy Ave at Dekalb. The cyclist took a blow to the head. Blood on the street. Police cite traffic control ignored. System failed the vulnerable again.
An e-bike rider, age 27, suffered a head injury with minor bleeding after a collision with a sedan on Marcy Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The cyclist was in shock. Two car occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
E-Bike Rider Injured by Parked Sedan Door▸A sedan passenger distracted, a cyclist struck. Shoulder bruised, arm hurt. E-bike rider left bleeding on Nostrand Avenue. Streets stay dangerous for those outside steel shells.
A 23-year-old e-bike rider suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury after colliding with a parked sedan on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Passenger Distraction' was a contributing factor in the crash. The cyclist was left with a contusion and no safety equipment was reported. The sedan was parked at the time, and both the driver and passenger were listed as involved, with distraction noted as a factor. The report also cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error remains passenger distraction. No other injuries were reported.
Taxi Turns, Strikes Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸A taxi turned right on Throop Avenue. Two pedestrians crossing with the signal were hit. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed loud. The pain lingered.
A taxi making a right turn on Throop Avenue at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn struck two pedestrians, a 36-year-old woman and a 58-year-old man, both crossing with the signal. According to the police report, both pedestrians were injured, one suffering pain and shock. The driver, a 67-year-old man, was licensed and remained at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following the signal.
Motorcycle Driver Ejected in Flushing Ave Crash▸A distracted driver struck a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave. The motorcycle driver was ejected, suffering burns and arm injuries. Streets stayed dangerous. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A motorcycle driver was ejected and injured after crashing into a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave near Harrison Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The 32-year-old driver suffered a minor burn and upper arm injury, and was in shock at the scene. The crash involved a standing vehicle making a left turn and a motorcycle. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited in the report. The incident highlights the risk faced by vulnerable road users when drivers lose focus.
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend▸A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. Madisyn Ruiz, 21, died. Two boys hurt. Tire marks linger. The driver faces charges. The family mourns. The system failed to protect.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madisyn Ruiz, 21, was killed when her boyfriend, Zachary Cando, lost control of a 2023 Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in the Gateway Center parking lot. Ruiz was sitting by the curb when struck. Two nephews, ages 12 and 17, were also injured. Cando told police he 'lost control' during the stunt. He was arrested and charged with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes, 'Days later, circular tire tracks were still visible in the parking lot.' This crash highlights the dangers of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn▸A delivery worker stopped on Lincoln Ave. A driver clipped his open door. Words turned to blows. The driver pulled a pipe, struck hard, then fled. The worker went to the hospital. Police seek the attacker.
NY Daily News (2025-07-12) reports a 36-year-old grocery delivery worker was attacked on Lincoln Ave. in Cypress Hills after a driver struck his open car door. The two argued. The driver "opened his hatchback, pulled out a pipe, and lunged at the victim, striking him repeatedly." The attacker fled. Police released images of the suspect. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the dangers faced by workers on city streets and the potential for minor collisions to escalate into violence.
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Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
A sedan hit a man crossing Marcy Avenue. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a back bruise. Steel met flesh. The street stayed silent.
A sedan traveling north on Marcy Avenue struck a 30-year-old man crossing at Monroe Street. The pedestrian suffered a back contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The vehicle's center front end hit the pedestrian. No other injuries were reported. The driver and another occupant were unhurt. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, as documented in the official report.
Dump Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A dump truck struck a young woman in the crosswalk on Nostrand Avenue. She crossed with the signal. The truck failed to yield. She suffered a head injury. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A 20-year-old woman was hit by a dump truck while crossing Nostrand Avenue at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when the truck, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the truck driver. The impact was to the center front end of the truck. The system failed to protect the person on foot.
Improper Lane Use Injures Driver on Myrtle▸Convertible and garbage truck collided on Myrtle. One driver bruised. Police cite improper lane use and following too closely. Metal and bodies met hard. Brooklyn street, night, danger in the turn.
A convertible and a garbage truck crashed on Myrtle Avenue at Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver, age 69, suffered a back contusion. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Following Too Closely' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' These driver errors led to the impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report lists no other contributing factors.
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Bedford Ave▸A Tesla hit a 52-year-old man crossing Bedford Ave. The driver was distracted. The man suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Streets stayed silent. Metal met flesh.
A Tesla traveling north struck a 52-year-old pedestrian crossing Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian, a man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The crash occurred away from an intersection, with the pedestrian crossing where there was no signal or crosswalk. Driver inattention and distraction were listed as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues were noted in the report.
SUV Slams Moped on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn▸SUV struck moped’s rear on Herkimer. Moped driver injured, body bruised. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Streets stay dangerous for riders.
A moped and an SUV collided on Herkimer Street at Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV hit the moped from behind. The 27-year-old moped driver suffered injuries to his entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The moped driver wore a helmet, as noted in the report. The impact left the moped’s rear and the SUV’s front damaged. No other injuries were reported. Systemic danger persists for vulnerable road users.
Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on Throop▸A sedan plowed into a cyclist on Throop Ave. The driver blew past traffic control. The cyclist, a woman, took the hit. She left with neck injuries and bruises. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Throop Ave near Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. The crash left a 28-year-old woman bicyclist injured, suffering neck trauma and bruises. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and made improper lane usage. The cyclist was partially ejected from her bike. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No other injuries were specified for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the risk when drivers ignore signals and rules.
SUVs Collide at Fulton and Nostrand, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed at Fulton and Nostrand. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Steel met steel. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two SUVs collided at the intersection of Fulton Street and Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 50-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma. Another driver and a passenger were listed with unspecified injuries. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risk when drivers lose focus behind the wheel. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a woman crossing Marcy Ave with the signal. She suffered an eye injury. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The street bears the mark of impact.
A 28-year-old woman was injured while crossing Marcy Ave at Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan struck her as she crossed with the signal. She suffered an abrasion and an eye injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver, a 31-year-old woman, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian. The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle.
Cyclist Ejected in Gates Avenue Collision▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Gates Avenue. The rider was ejected, hit her head, and bled. Police cite confusion as a factor. The car showed no damage. The street stayed busy. The cyclist lay hurt.
A crash on Gates Avenue at Classon Avenue in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. The 29-year-old woman riding the bike was ejected and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 33-year-old man, showed no damage and its occupants were unhurt. Both vehicles were traveling east and going straight ahead. The report does not specify further details about the sequence of events. No other contributing factors were listed.
Concrete Mixer Hits Teen Cyclist on Dekalb▸A concrete mixer struck a 19-year-old e-bike rider on Dekalb Ave. The cyclist suffered a head injury. Fatigue played a role. Heavy steel met flesh. Brooklyn street, broad daylight.
A concrete mixer and an e-bike collided on Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. The 19-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering a head contusion. According to the police report, 'Fatigued/Drowsy' was listed as a contributing factor for both drivers. The truck driver was licensed; the e-bike rider was not. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the danger when large vehicles and vulnerable road users share city streets.
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸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
2SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Riders Injured on Flushing Ave▸SUV and motorcycle collide on Flushing Ave. Both motorcycle riders suffer leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A collision on Flushing Ave at Harrison Ave in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV. Two people on the motorcycle, a 47-year-old man and a 48-year-old woman, were injured with abrasions to their legs. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely.' The SUV and motorcycle were both making left turns when they collided. The report lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and follow too closely.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting E Bike Battery Swap▸Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
""I am proud to be here as a resident... We had a fire that blew out an apartment and brought a lot of fear to the building. For far too long families have lived in fear because they're not charging safely."" -- Phara Souffrant Forrest
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
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E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
Cyclist Ejected After Sedan Door Strike on Fulton▸A cyclist slammed into a parked sedan’s door on Fulton. He flew from his bike, bruised and bleeding. The street stayed busy. The car’s left doors crumpled. The city kept moving.
A cyclist, age 30, was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked sedan on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a sedan, with the cyclist ejected and suffering a leg injury and bruising. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
E-Bike Rider Struck by Sedan on Marcy Ave▸A sedan hit an e-bike on Marcy Ave at Dekalb. The cyclist took a blow to the head. Blood on the street. Police cite traffic control ignored. System failed the vulnerable again.
An e-bike rider, age 27, suffered a head injury with minor bleeding after a collision with a sedan on Marcy Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The cyclist was in shock. Two car occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
E-Bike Rider Injured by Parked Sedan Door▸A sedan passenger distracted, a cyclist struck. Shoulder bruised, arm hurt. E-bike rider left bleeding on Nostrand Avenue. Streets stay dangerous for those outside steel shells.
A 23-year-old e-bike rider suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury after colliding with a parked sedan on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Passenger Distraction' was a contributing factor in the crash. The cyclist was left with a contusion and no safety equipment was reported. The sedan was parked at the time, and both the driver and passenger were listed as involved, with distraction noted as a factor. The report also cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error remains passenger distraction. No other injuries were reported.
Taxi Turns, Strikes Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸A taxi turned right on Throop Avenue. Two pedestrians crossing with the signal were hit. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed loud. The pain lingered.
A taxi making a right turn on Throop Avenue at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn struck two pedestrians, a 36-year-old woman and a 58-year-old man, both crossing with the signal. According to the police report, both pedestrians were injured, one suffering pain and shock. The driver, a 67-year-old man, was licensed and remained at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following the signal.
Motorcycle Driver Ejected in Flushing Ave Crash▸A distracted driver struck a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave. The motorcycle driver was ejected, suffering burns and arm injuries. Streets stayed dangerous. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A motorcycle driver was ejected and injured after crashing into a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave near Harrison Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The 32-year-old driver suffered a minor burn and upper arm injury, and was in shock at the scene. The crash involved a standing vehicle making a left turn and a motorcycle. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited in the report. The incident highlights the risk faced by vulnerable road users when drivers lose focus.
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend▸A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. Madisyn Ruiz, 21, died. Two boys hurt. Tire marks linger. The driver faces charges. The family mourns. The system failed to protect.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madisyn Ruiz, 21, was killed when her boyfriend, Zachary Cando, lost control of a 2023 Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in the Gateway Center parking lot. Ruiz was sitting by the curb when struck. Two nephews, ages 12 and 17, were also injured. Cando told police he 'lost control' during the stunt. He was arrested and charged with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes, 'Days later, circular tire tracks were still visible in the parking lot.' This crash highlights the dangers of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn▸A delivery worker stopped on Lincoln Ave. A driver clipped his open door. Words turned to blows. The driver pulled a pipe, struck hard, then fled. The worker went to the hospital. Police seek the attacker.
NY Daily News (2025-07-12) reports a 36-year-old grocery delivery worker was attacked on Lincoln Ave. in Cypress Hills after a driver struck his open car door. The two argued. The driver "opened his hatchback, pulled out a pipe, and lunged at the victim, striking him repeatedly." The attacker fled. Police released images of the suspect. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the dangers faced by workers on city streets and the potential for minor collisions to escalate into violence.
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Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
A dump truck struck a young woman in the crosswalk on Nostrand Avenue. She crossed with the signal. The truck failed to yield. She suffered a head injury. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A 20-year-old woman was hit by a dump truck while crossing Nostrand Avenue at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when the truck, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the truck driver. The impact was to the center front end of the truck. The system failed to protect the person on foot.
Improper Lane Use Injures Driver on Myrtle▸Convertible and garbage truck collided on Myrtle. One driver bruised. Police cite improper lane use and following too closely. Metal and bodies met hard. Brooklyn street, night, danger in the turn.
A convertible and a garbage truck crashed on Myrtle Avenue at Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver, age 69, suffered a back contusion. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Following Too Closely' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' These driver errors led to the impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report lists no other contributing factors.
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Bedford Ave▸A Tesla hit a 52-year-old man crossing Bedford Ave. The driver was distracted. The man suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Streets stayed silent. Metal met flesh.
A Tesla traveling north struck a 52-year-old pedestrian crossing Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian, a man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The crash occurred away from an intersection, with the pedestrian crossing where there was no signal or crosswalk. Driver inattention and distraction were listed as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues were noted in the report.
SUV Slams Moped on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn▸SUV struck moped’s rear on Herkimer. Moped driver injured, body bruised. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Streets stay dangerous for riders.
A moped and an SUV collided on Herkimer Street at Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV hit the moped from behind. The 27-year-old moped driver suffered injuries to his entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The moped driver wore a helmet, as noted in the report. The impact left the moped’s rear and the SUV’s front damaged. No other injuries were reported. Systemic danger persists for vulnerable road users.
Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on Throop▸A sedan plowed into a cyclist on Throop Ave. The driver blew past traffic control. The cyclist, a woman, took the hit. She left with neck injuries and bruises. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Throop Ave near Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. The crash left a 28-year-old woman bicyclist injured, suffering neck trauma and bruises. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and made improper lane usage. The cyclist was partially ejected from her bike. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No other injuries were specified for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the risk when drivers ignore signals and rules.
SUVs Collide at Fulton and Nostrand, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed at Fulton and Nostrand. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Steel met steel. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two SUVs collided at the intersection of Fulton Street and Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 50-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma. Another driver and a passenger were listed with unspecified injuries. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risk when drivers lose focus behind the wheel. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a woman crossing Marcy Ave with the signal. She suffered an eye injury. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The street bears the mark of impact.
A 28-year-old woman was injured while crossing Marcy Ave at Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan struck her as she crossed with the signal. She suffered an abrasion and an eye injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver, a 31-year-old woman, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian. The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle.
Cyclist Ejected in Gates Avenue Collision▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Gates Avenue. The rider was ejected, hit her head, and bled. Police cite confusion as a factor. The car showed no damage. The street stayed busy. The cyclist lay hurt.
A crash on Gates Avenue at Classon Avenue in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. The 29-year-old woman riding the bike was ejected and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 33-year-old man, showed no damage and its occupants were unhurt. Both vehicles were traveling east and going straight ahead. The report does not specify further details about the sequence of events. No other contributing factors were listed.
Concrete Mixer Hits Teen Cyclist on Dekalb▸A concrete mixer struck a 19-year-old e-bike rider on Dekalb Ave. The cyclist suffered a head injury. Fatigue played a role. Heavy steel met flesh. Brooklyn street, broad daylight.
A concrete mixer and an e-bike collided on Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. The 19-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering a head contusion. According to the police report, 'Fatigued/Drowsy' was listed as a contributing factor for both drivers. The truck driver was licensed; the e-bike rider was not. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the danger when large vehicles and vulnerable road users share city streets.
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸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
2SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Riders Injured on Flushing Ave▸SUV and motorcycle collide on Flushing Ave. Both motorcycle riders suffer leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A collision on Flushing Ave at Harrison Ave in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV. Two people on the motorcycle, a 47-year-old man and a 48-year-old woman, were injured with abrasions to their legs. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely.' The SUV and motorcycle were both making left turns when they collided. The report lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and follow too closely.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting E Bike Battery Swap▸Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
""I am proud to be here as a resident... We had a fire that blew out an apartment and brought a lot of fear to the building. For far too long families have lived in fear because they're not charging safely."" -- Phara Souffrant Forrest
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
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E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
Cyclist Ejected After Sedan Door Strike on Fulton▸A cyclist slammed into a parked sedan’s door on Fulton. He flew from his bike, bruised and bleeding. The street stayed busy. The car’s left doors crumpled. The city kept moving.
A cyclist, age 30, was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked sedan on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a sedan, with the cyclist ejected and suffering a leg injury and bruising. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
E-Bike Rider Struck by Sedan on Marcy Ave▸A sedan hit an e-bike on Marcy Ave at Dekalb. The cyclist took a blow to the head. Blood on the street. Police cite traffic control ignored. System failed the vulnerable again.
An e-bike rider, age 27, suffered a head injury with minor bleeding after a collision with a sedan on Marcy Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The cyclist was in shock. Two car occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
E-Bike Rider Injured by Parked Sedan Door▸A sedan passenger distracted, a cyclist struck. Shoulder bruised, arm hurt. E-bike rider left bleeding on Nostrand Avenue. Streets stay dangerous for those outside steel shells.
A 23-year-old e-bike rider suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury after colliding with a parked sedan on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Passenger Distraction' was a contributing factor in the crash. The cyclist was left with a contusion and no safety equipment was reported. The sedan was parked at the time, and both the driver and passenger were listed as involved, with distraction noted as a factor. The report also cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error remains passenger distraction. No other injuries were reported.
Taxi Turns, Strikes Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸A taxi turned right on Throop Avenue. Two pedestrians crossing with the signal were hit. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed loud. The pain lingered.
A taxi making a right turn on Throop Avenue at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn struck two pedestrians, a 36-year-old woman and a 58-year-old man, both crossing with the signal. According to the police report, both pedestrians were injured, one suffering pain and shock. The driver, a 67-year-old man, was licensed and remained at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following the signal.
Motorcycle Driver Ejected in Flushing Ave Crash▸A distracted driver struck a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave. The motorcycle driver was ejected, suffering burns and arm injuries. Streets stayed dangerous. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A motorcycle driver was ejected and injured after crashing into a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave near Harrison Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The 32-year-old driver suffered a minor burn and upper arm injury, and was in shock at the scene. The crash involved a standing vehicle making a left turn and a motorcycle. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited in the report. The incident highlights the risk faced by vulnerable road users when drivers lose focus.
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend▸A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. Madisyn Ruiz, 21, died. Two boys hurt. Tire marks linger. The driver faces charges. The family mourns. The system failed to protect.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madisyn Ruiz, 21, was killed when her boyfriend, Zachary Cando, lost control of a 2023 Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in the Gateway Center parking lot. Ruiz was sitting by the curb when struck. Two nephews, ages 12 and 17, were also injured. Cando told police he 'lost control' during the stunt. He was arrested and charged with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes, 'Days later, circular tire tracks were still visible in the parking lot.' This crash highlights the dangers of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn▸A delivery worker stopped on Lincoln Ave. A driver clipped his open door. Words turned to blows. The driver pulled a pipe, struck hard, then fled. The worker went to the hospital. Police seek the attacker.
NY Daily News (2025-07-12) reports a 36-year-old grocery delivery worker was attacked on Lincoln Ave. in Cypress Hills after a driver struck his open car door. The two argued. The driver "opened his hatchback, pulled out a pipe, and lunged at the victim, striking him repeatedly." The attacker fled. Police released images of the suspect. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the dangers faced by workers on city streets and the potential for minor collisions to escalate into violence.
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Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
Convertible and garbage truck collided on Myrtle. One driver bruised. Police cite improper lane use and following too closely. Metal and bodies met hard. Brooklyn street, night, danger in the turn.
A convertible and a garbage truck crashed on Myrtle Avenue at Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver, age 69, suffered a back contusion. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Following Too Closely' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' These driver errors led to the impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report lists no other contributing factors.
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Bedford Ave▸A Tesla hit a 52-year-old man crossing Bedford Ave. The driver was distracted. The man suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Streets stayed silent. Metal met flesh.
A Tesla traveling north struck a 52-year-old pedestrian crossing Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian, a man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The crash occurred away from an intersection, with the pedestrian crossing where there was no signal or crosswalk. Driver inattention and distraction were listed as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues were noted in the report.
SUV Slams Moped on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn▸SUV struck moped’s rear on Herkimer. Moped driver injured, body bruised. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Streets stay dangerous for riders.
A moped and an SUV collided on Herkimer Street at Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV hit the moped from behind. The 27-year-old moped driver suffered injuries to his entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The moped driver wore a helmet, as noted in the report. The impact left the moped’s rear and the SUV’s front damaged. No other injuries were reported. Systemic danger persists for vulnerable road users.
Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on Throop▸A sedan plowed into a cyclist on Throop Ave. The driver blew past traffic control. The cyclist, a woman, took the hit. She left with neck injuries and bruises. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Throop Ave near Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. The crash left a 28-year-old woman bicyclist injured, suffering neck trauma and bruises. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and made improper lane usage. The cyclist was partially ejected from her bike. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No other injuries were specified for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the risk when drivers ignore signals and rules.
SUVs Collide at Fulton and Nostrand, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed at Fulton and Nostrand. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Steel met steel. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two SUVs collided at the intersection of Fulton Street and Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 50-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma. Another driver and a passenger were listed with unspecified injuries. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risk when drivers lose focus behind the wheel. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a woman crossing Marcy Ave with the signal. She suffered an eye injury. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The street bears the mark of impact.
A 28-year-old woman was injured while crossing Marcy Ave at Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan struck her as she crossed with the signal. She suffered an abrasion and an eye injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver, a 31-year-old woman, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian. The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle.
Cyclist Ejected in Gates Avenue Collision▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Gates Avenue. The rider was ejected, hit her head, and bled. Police cite confusion as a factor. The car showed no damage. The street stayed busy. The cyclist lay hurt.
A crash on Gates Avenue at Classon Avenue in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. The 29-year-old woman riding the bike was ejected and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 33-year-old man, showed no damage and its occupants were unhurt. Both vehicles were traveling east and going straight ahead. The report does not specify further details about the sequence of events. No other contributing factors were listed.
Concrete Mixer Hits Teen Cyclist on Dekalb▸A concrete mixer struck a 19-year-old e-bike rider on Dekalb Ave. The cyclist suffered a head injury. Fatigue played a role. Heavy steel met flesh. Brooklyn street, broad daylight.
A concrete mixer and an e-bike collided on Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. The 19-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering a head contusion. According to the police report, 'Fatigued/Drowsy' was listed as a contributing factor for both drivers. The truck driver was licensed; the e-bike rider was not. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the danger when large vehicles and vulnerable road users share city streets.
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸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
2SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Riders Injured on Flushing Ave▸SUV and motorcycle collide on Flushing Ave. Both motorcycle riders suffer leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A collision on Flushing Ave at Harrison Ave in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV. Two people on the motorcycle, a 47-year-old man and a 48-year-old woman, were injured with abrasions to their legs. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely.' The SUV and motorcycle were both making left turns when they collided. The report lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and follow too closely.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting E Bike Battery Swap▸Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
""I am proud to be here as a resident... We had a fire that blew out an apartment and brought a lot of fear to the building. For far too long families have lived in fear because they're not charging safely."" -- Phara Souffrant Forrest
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
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E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
Cyclist Ejected After Sedan Door Strike on Fulton▸A cyclist slammed into a parked sedan’s door on Fulton. He flew from his bike, bruised and bleeding. The street stayed busy. The car’s left doors crumpled. The city kept moving.
A cyclist, age 30, was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked sedan on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a sedan, with the cyclist ejected and suffering a leg injury and bruising. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
E-Bike Rider Struck by Sedan on Marcy Ave▸A sedan hit an e-bike on Marcy Ave at Dekalb. The cyclist took a blow to the head. Blood on the street. Police cite traffic control ignored. System failed the vulnerable again.
An e-bike rider, age 27, suffered a head injury with minor bleeding after a collision with a sedan on Marcy Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The cyclist was in shock. Two car occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
E-Bike Rider Injured by Parked Sedan Door▸A sedan passenger distracted, a cyclist struck. Shoulder bruised, arm hurt. E-bike rider left bleeding on Nostrand Avenue. Streets stay dangerous for those outside steel shells.
A 23-year-old e-bike rider suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury after colliding with a parked sedan on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Passenger Distraction' was a contributing factor in the crash. The cyclist was left with a contusion and no safety equipment was reported. The sedan was parked at the time, and both the driver and passenger were listed as involved, with distraction noted as a factor. The report also cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error remains passenger distraction. No other injuries were reported.
Taxi Turns, Strikes Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸A taxi turned right on Throop Avenue. Two pedestrians crossing with the signal were hit. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed loud. The pain lingered.
A taxi making a right turn on Throop Avenue at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn struck two pedestrians, a 36-year-old woman and a 58-year-old man, both crossing with the signal. According to the police report, both pedestrians were injured, one suffering pain and shock. The driver, a 67-year-old man, was licensed and remained at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following the signal.
Motorcycle Driver Ejected in Flushing Ave Crash▸A distracted driver struck a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave. The motorcycle driver was ejected, suffering burns and arm injuries. Streets stayed dangerous. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A motorcycle driver was ejected and injured after crashing into a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave near Harrison Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The 32-year-old driver suffered a minor burn and upper arm injury, and was in shock at the scene. The crash involved a standing vehicle making a left turn and a motorcycle. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited in the report. The incident highlights the risk faced by vulnerable road users when drivers lose focus.
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend▸A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. Madisyn Ruiz, 21, died. Two boys hurt. Tire marks linger. The driver faces charges. The family mourns. The system failed to protect.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madisyn Ruiz, 21, was killed when her boyfriend, Zachary Cando, lost control of a 2023 Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in the Gateway Center parking lot. Ruiz was sitting by the curb when struck. Two nephews, ages 12 and 17, were also injured. Cando told police he 'lost control' during the stunt. He was arrested and charged with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes, 'Days later, circular tire tracks were still visible in the parking lot.' This crash highlights the dangers of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn▸A delivery worker stopped on Lincoln Ave. A driver clipped his open door. Words turned to blows. The driver pulled a pipe, struck hard, then fled. The worker went to the hospital. Police seek the attacker.
NY Daily News (2025-07-12) reports a 36-year-old grocery delivery worker was attacked on Lincoln Ave. in Cypress Hills after a driver struck his open car door. The two argued. The driver "opened his hatchback, pulled out a pipe, and lunged at the victim, striking him repeatedly." The attacker fled. Police released images of the suspect. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the dangers faced by workers on city streets and the potential for minor collisions to escalate into violence.
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Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
A Tesla hit a 52-year-old man crossing Bedford Ave. The driver was distracted. The man suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Streets stayed silent. Metal met flesh.
A Tesla traveling north struck a 52-year-old pedestrian crossing Bedford Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian, a man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The crash occurred away from an intersection, with the pedestrian crossing where there was no signal or crosswalk. Driver inattention and distraction were listed as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues were noted in the report.
SUV Slams Moped on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn▸SUV struck moped’s rear on Herkimer. Moped driver injured, body bruised. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Streets stay dangerous for riders.
A moped and an SUV collided on Herkimer Street at Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV hit the moped from behind. The 27-year-old moped driver suffered injuries to his entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The moped driver wore a helmet, as noted in the report. The impact left the moped’s rear and the SUV’s front damaged. No other injuries were reported. Systemic danger persists for vulnerable road users.
Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on Throop▸A sedan plowed into a cyclist on Throop Ave. The driver blew past traffic control. The cyclist, a woman, took the hit. She left with neck injuries and bruises. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Throop Ave near Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. The crash left a 28-year-old woman bicyclist injured, suffering neck trauma and bruises. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and made improper lane usage. The cyclist was partially ejected from her bike. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No other injuries were specified for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the risk when drivers ignore signals and rules.
SUVs Collide at Fulton and Nostrand, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed at Fulton and Nostrand. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Steel met steel. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two SUVs collided at the intersection of Fulton Street and Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 50-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma. Another driver and a passenger were listed with unspecified injuries. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risk when drivers lose focus behind the wheel. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a woman crossing Marcy Ave with the signal. She suffered an eye injury. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The street bears the mark of impact.
A 28-year-old woman was injured while crossing Marcy Ave at Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan struck her as she crossed with the signal. She suffered an abrasion and an eye injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver, a 31-year-old woman, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian. The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle.
Cyclist Ejected in Gates Avenue Collision▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Gates Avenue. The rider was ejected, hit her head, and bled. Police cite confusion as a factor. The car showed no damage. The street stayed busy. The cyclist lay hurt.
A crash on Gates Avenue at Classon Avenue in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. The 29-year-old woman riding the bike was ejected and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 33-year-old man, showed no damage and its occupants were unhurt. Both vehicles were traveling east and going straight ahead. The report does not specify further details about the sequence of events. No other contributing factors were listed.
Concrete Mixer Hits Teen Cyclist on Dekalb▸A concrete mixer struck a 19-year-old e-bike rider on Dekalb Ave. The cyclist suffered a head injury. Fatigue played a role. Heavy steel met flesh. Brooklyn street, broad daylight.
A concrete mixer and an e-bike collided on Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. The 19-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering a head contusion. According to the police report, 'Fatigued/Drowsy' was listed as a contributing factor for both drivers. The truck driver was licensed; the e-bike rider was not. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the danger when large vehicles and vulnerable road users share city streets.
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸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
2SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Riders Injured on Flushing Ave▸SUV and motorcycle collide on Flushing Ave. Both motorcycle riders suffer leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A collision on Flushing Ave at Harrison Ave in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV. Two people on the motorcycle, a 47-year-old man and a 48-year-old woman, were injured with abrasions to their legs. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely.' The SUV and motorcycle were both making left turns when they collided. The report lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and follow too closely.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting E Bike Battery Swap▸Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
""I am proud to be here as a resident... We had a fire that blew out an apartment and brought a lot of fear to the building. For far too long families have lived in fear because they're not charging safely."" -- Phara Souffrant Forrest
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
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E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
Cyclist Ejected After Sedan Door Strike on Fulton▸A cyclist slammed into a parked sedan’s door on Fulton. He flew from his bike, bruised and bleeding. The street stayed busy. The car’s left doors crumpled. The city kept moving.
A cyclist, age 30, was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked sedan on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a sedan, with the cyclist ejected and suffering a leg injury and bruising. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
E-Bike Rider Struck by Sedan on Marcy Ave▸A sedan hit an e-bike on Marcy Ave at Dekalb. The cyclist took a blow to the head. Blood on the street. Police cite traffic control ignored. System failed the vulnerable again.
An e-bike rider, age 27, suffered a head injury with minor bleeding after a collision with a sedan on Marcy Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The cyclist was in shock. Two car occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
E-Bike Rider Injured by Parked Sedan Door▸A sedan passenger distracted, a cyclist struck. Shoulder bruised, arm hurt. E-bike rider left bleeding on Nostrand Avenue. Streets stay dangerous for those outside steel shells.
A 23-year-old e-bike rider suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury after colliding with a parked sedan on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Passenger Distraction' was a contributing factor in the crash. The cyclist was left with a contusion and no safety equipment was reported. The sedan was parked at the time, and both the driver and passenger were listed as involved, with distraction noted as a factor. The report also cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error remains passenger distraction. No other injuries were reported.
Taxi Turns, Strikes Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸A taxi turned right on Throop Avenue. Two pedestrians crossing with the signal were hit. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed loud. The pain lingered.
A taxi making a right turn on Throop Avenue at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn struck two pedestrians, a 36-year-old woman and a 58-year-old man, both crossing with the signal. According to the police report, both pedestrians were injured, one suffering pain and shock. The driver, a 67-year-old man, was licensed and remained at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following the signal.
Motorcycle Driver Ejected in Flushing Ave Crash▸A distracted driver struck a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave. The motorcycle driver was ejected, suffering burns and arm injuries. Streets stayed dangerous. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A motorcycle driver was ejected and injured after crashing into a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave near Harrison Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The 32-year-old driver suffered a minor burn and upper arm injury, and was in shock at the scene. The crash involved a standing vehicle making a left turn and a motorcycle. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited in the report. The incident highlights the risk faced by vulnerable road users when drivers lose focus.
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend▸A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. Madisyn Ruiz, 21, died. Two boys hurt. Tire marks linger. The driver faces charges. The family mourns. The system failed to protect.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madisyn Ruiz, 21, was killed when her boyfriend, Zachary Cando, lost control of a 2023 Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in the Gateway Center parking lot. Ruiz was sitting by the curb when struck. Two nephews, ages 12 and 17, were also injured. Cando told police he 'lost control' during the stunt. He was arrested and charged with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes, 'Days later, circular tire tracks were still visible in the parking lot.' This crash highlights the dangers of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn▸A delivery worker stopped on Lincoln Ave. A driver clipped his open door. Words turned to blows. The driver pulled a pipe, struck hard, then fled. The worker went to the hospital. Police seek the attacker.
NY Daily News (2025-07-12) reports a 36-year-old grocery delivery worker was attacked on Lincoln Ave. in Cypress Hills after a driver struck his open car door. The two argued. The driver "opened his hatchback, pulled out a pipe, and lunged at the victim, striking him repeatedly." The attacker fled. Police released images of the suspect. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the dangers faced by workers on city streets and the potential for minor collisions to escalate into violence.
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Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
SUV struck moped’s rear on Herkimer. Moped driver injured, body bruised. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Streets stay dangerous for riders.
A moped and an SUV collided on Herkimer Street at Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV hit the moped from behind. The 27-year-old moped driver suffered injuries to his entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The moped driver wore a helmet, as noted in the report. The impact left the moped’s rear and the SUV’s front damaged. No other injuries were reported. Systemic danger persists for vulnerable road users.
Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on Throop▸A sedan plowed into a cyclist on Throop Ave. The driver blew past traffic control. The cyclist, a woman, took the hit. She left with neck injuries and bruises. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Throop Ave near Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. The crash left a 28-year-old woman bicyclist injured, suffering neck trauma and bruises. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and made improper lane usage. The cyclist was partially ejected from her bike. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No other injuries were specified for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the risk when drivers ignore signals and rules.
SUVs Collide at Fulton and Nostrand, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed at Fulton and Nostrand. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Steel met steel. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two SUVs collided at the intersection of Fulton Street and Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 50-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma. Another driver and a passenger were listed with unspecified injuries. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risk when drivers lose focus behind the wheel. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a woman crossing Marcy Ave with the signal. She suffered an eye injury. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The street bears the mark of impact.
A 28-year-old woman was injured while crossing Marcy Ave at Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan struck her as she crossed with the signal. She suffered an abrasion and an eye injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver, a 31-year-old woman, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian. The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle.
Cyclist Ejected in Gates Avenue Collision▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Gates Avenue. The rider was ejected, hit her head, and bled. Police cite confusion as a factor. The car showed no damage. The street stayed busy. The cyclist lay hurt.
A crash on Gates Avenue at Classon Avenue in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. The 29-year-old woman riding the bike was ejected and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 33-year-old man, showed no damage and its occupants were unhurt. Both vehicles were traveling east and going straight ahead. The report does not specify further details about the sequence of events. No other contributing factors were listed.
Concrete Mixer Hits Teen Cyclist on Dekalb▸A concrete mixer struck a 19-year-old e-bike rider on Dekalb Ave. The cyclist suffered a head injury. Fatigue played a role. Heavy steel met flesh. Brooklyn street, broad daylight.
A concrete mixer and an e-bike collided on Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. The 19-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering a head contusion. According to the police report, 'Fatigued/Drowsy' was listed as a contributing factor for both drivers. The truck driver was licensed; the e-bike rider was not. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the danger when large vehicles and vulnerable road users share city streets.
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸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
2SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Riders Injured on Flushing Ave▸SUV and motorcycle collide on Flushing Ave. Both motorcycle riders suffer leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A collision on Flushing Ave at Harrison Ave in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV. Two people on the motorcycle, a 47-year-old man and a 48-year-old woman, were injured with abrasions to their legs. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely.' The SUV and motorcycle were both making left turns when they collided. The report lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and follow too closely.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting E Bike Battery Swap▸Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
""I am proud to be here as a resident... We had a fire that blew out an apartment and brought a lot of fear to the building. For far too long families have lived in fear because they're not charging safely."" -- Phara Souffrant Forrest
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
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E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
Cyclist Ejected After Sedan Door Strike on Fulton▸A cyclist slammed into a parked sedan’s door on Fulton. He flew from his bike, bruised and bleeding. The street stayed busy. The car’s left doors crumpled. The city kept moving.
A cyclist, age 30, was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked sedan on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a sedan, with the cyclist ejected and suffering a leg injury and bruising. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
E-Bike Rider Struck by Sedan on Marcy Ave▸A sedan hit an e-bike on Marcy Ave at Dekalb. The cyclist took a blow to the head. Blood on the street. Police cite traffic control ignored. System failed the vulnerable again.
An e-bike rider, age 27, suffered a head injury with minor bleeding after a collision with a sedan on Marcy Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The cyclist was in shock. Two car occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
E-Bike Rider Injured by Parked Sedan Door▸A sedan passenger distracted, a cyclist struck. Shoulder bruised, arm hurt. E-bike rider left bleeding on Nostrand Avenue. Streets stay dangerous for those outside steel shells.
A 23-year-old e-bike rider suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury after colliding with a parked sedan on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Passenger Distraction' was a contributing factor in the crash. The cyclist was left with a contusion and no safety equipment was reported. The sedan was parked at the time, and both the driver and passenger were listed as involved, with distraction noted as a factor. The report also cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error remains passenger distraction. No other injuries were reported.
Taxi Turns, Strikes Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸A taxi turned right on Throop Avenue. Two pedestrians crossing with the signal were hit. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed loud. The pain lingered.
A taxi making a right turn on Throop Avenue at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn struck two pedestrians, a 36-year-old woman and a 58-year-old man, both crossing with the signal. According to the police report, both pedestrians were injured, one suffering pain and shock. The driver, a 67-year-old man, was licensed and remained at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following the signal.
Motorcycle Driver Ejected in Flushing Ave Crash▸A distracted driver struck a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave. The motorcycle driver was ejected, suffering burns and arm injuries. Streets stayed dangerous. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A motorcycle driver was ejected and injured after crashing into a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave near Harrison Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The 32-year-old driver suffered a minor burn and upper arm injury, and was in shock at the scene. The crash involved a standing vehicle making a left turn and a motorcycle. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited in the report. The incident highlights the risk faced by vulnerable road users when drivers lose focus.
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend▸A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. Madisyn Ruiz, 21, died. Two boys hurt. Tire marks linger. The driver faces charges. The family mourns. The system failed to protect.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madisyn Ruiz, 21, was killed when her boyfriend, Zachary Cando, lost control of a 2023 Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in the Gateway Center parking lot. Ruiz was sitting by the curb when struck. Two nephews, ages 12 and 17, were also injured. Cando told police he 'lost control' during the stunt. He was arrested and charged with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes, 'Days later, circular tire tracks were still visible in the parking lot.' This crash highlights the dangers of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn▸A delivery worker stopped on Lincoln Ave. A driver clipped his open door. Words turned to blows. The driver pulled a pipe, struck hard, then fled. The worker went to the hospital. Police seek the attacker.
NY Daily News (2025-07-12) reports a 36-year-old grocery delivery worker was attacked on Lincoln Ave. in Cypress Hills after a driver struck his open car door. The two argued. The driver "opened his hatchback, pulled out a pipe, and lunged at the victim, striking him repeatedly." The attacker fled. Police released images of the suspect. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the dangers faced by workers on city streets and the potential for minor collisions to escalate into violence.
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Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
A sedan plowed into a cyclist on Throop Ave. The driver blew past traffic control. The cyclist, a woman, took the hit. She left with neck injuries and bruises. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Throop Ave near Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. The crash left a 28-year-old woman bicyclist injured, suffering neck trauma and bruises. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and made improper lane usage. The cyclist was partially ejected from her bike. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No other injuries were specified for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the risk when drivers ignore signals and rules.
SUVs Collide at Fulton and Nostrand, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed at Fulton and Nostrand. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Steel met steel. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two SUVs collided at the intersection of Fulton Street and Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 50-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma. Another driver and a passenger were listed with unspecified injuries. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risk when drivers lose focus behind the wheel. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a woman crossing Marcy Ave with the signal. She suffered an eye injury. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The street bears the mark of impact.
A 28-year-old woman was injured while crossing Marcy Ave at Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan struck her as she crossed with the signal. She suffered an abrasion and an eye injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver, a 31-year-old woman, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian. The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle.
Cyclist Ejected in Gates Avenue Collision▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Gates Avenue. The rider was ejected, hit her head, and bled. Police cite confusion as a factor. The car showed no damage. The street stayed busy. The cyclist lay hurt.
A crash on Gates Avenue at Classon Avenue in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. The 29-year-old woman riding the bike was ejected and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 33-year-old man, showed no damage and its occupants were unhurt. Both vehicles were traveling east and going straight ahead. The report does not specify further details about the sequence of events. No other contributing factors were listed.
Concrete Mixer Hits Teen Cyclist on Dekalb▸A concrete mixer struck a 19-year-old e-bike rider on Dekalb Ave. The cyclist suffered a head injury. Fatigue played a role. Heavy steel met flesh. Brooklyn street, broad daylight.
A concrete mixer and an e-bike collided on Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. The 19-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering a head contusion. According to the police report, 'Fatigued/Drowsy' was listed as a contributing factor for both drivers. The truck driver was licensed; the e-bike rider was not. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the danger when large vehicles and vulnerable road users share city streets.
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸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
2SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Riders Injured on Flushing Ave▸SUV and motorcycle collide on Flushing Ave. Both motorcycle riders suffer leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A collision on Flushing Ave at Harrison Ave in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV. Two people on the motorcycle, a 47-year-old man and a 48-year-old woman, were injured with abrasions to their legs. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely.' The SUV and motorcycle were both making left turns when they collided. The report lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and follow too closely.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting E Bike Battery Swap▸Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
""I am proud to be here as a resident... We had a fire that blew out an apartment and brought a lot of fear to the building. For far too long families have lived in fear because they're not charging safely."" -- Phara Souffrant Forrest
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
-
E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
Cyclist Ejected After Sedan Door Strike on Fulton▸A cyclist slammed into a parked sedan’s door on Fulton. He flew from his bike, bruised and bleeding. The street stayed busy. The car’s left doors crumpled. The city kept moving.
A cyclist, age 30, was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked sedan on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a sedan, with the cyclist ejected and suffering a leg injury and bruising. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
E-Bike Rider Struck by Sedan on Marcy Ave▸A sedan hit an e-bike on Marcy Ave at Dekalb. The cyclist took a blow to the head. Blood on the street. Police cite traffic control ignored. System failed the vulnerable again.
An e-bike rider, age 27, suffered a head injury with minor bleeding after a collision with a sedan on Marcy Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The cyclist was in shock. Two car occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
E-Bike Rider Injured by Parked Sedan Door▸A sedan passenger distracted, a cyclist struck. Shoulder bruised, arm hurt. E-bike rider left bleeding on Nostrand Avenue. Streets stay dangerous for those outside steel shells.
A 23-year-old e-bike rider suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury after colliding with a parked sedan on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Passenger Distraction' was a contributing factor in the crash. The cyclist was left with a contusion and no safety equipment was reported. The sedan was parked at the time, and both the driver and passenger were listed as involved, with distraction noted as a factor. The report also cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error remains passenger distraction. No other injuries were reported.
Taxi Turns, Strikes Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸A taxi turned right on Throop Avenue. Two pedestrians crossing with the signal were hit. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed loud. The pain lingered.
A taxi making a right turn on Throop Avenue at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn struck two pedestrians, a 36-year-old woman and a 58-year-old man, both crossing with the signal. According to the police report, both pedestrians were injured, one suffering pain and shock. The driver, a 67-year-old man, was licensed and remained at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following the signal.
Motorcycle Driver Ejected in Flushing Ave Crash▸A distracted driver struck a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave. The motorcycle driver was ejected, suffering burns and arm injuries. Streets stayed dangerous. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A motorcycle driver was ejected and injured after crashing into a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave near Harrison Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The 32-year-old driver suffered a minor burn and upper arm injury, and was in shock at the scene. The crash involved a standing vehicle making a left turn and a motorcycle. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited in the report. The incident highlights the risk faced by vulnerable road users when drivers lose focus.
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend▸A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. Madisyn Ruiz, 21, died. Two boys hurt. Tire marks linger. The driver faces charges. The family mourns. The system failed to protect.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madisyn Ruiz, 21, was killed when her boyfriend, Zachary Cando, lost control of a 2023 Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in the Gateway Center parking lot. Ruiz was sitting by the curb when struck. Two nephews, ages 12 and 17, were also injured. Cando told police he 'lost control' during the stunt. He was arrested and charged with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes, 'Days later, circular tire tracks were still visible in the parking lot.' This crash highlights the dangers of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn▸A delivery worker stopped on Lincoln Ave. A driver clipped his open door. Words turned to blows. The driver pulled a pipe, struck hard, then fled. The worker went to the hospital. Police seek the attacker.
NY Daily News (2025-07-12) reports a 36-year-old grocery delivery worker was attacked on Lincoln Ave. in Cypress Hills after a driver struck his open car door. The two argued. The driver "opened his hatchback, pulled out a pipe, and lunged at the victim, striking him repeatedly." The attacker fled. Police released images of the suspect. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the dangers faced by workers on city streets and the potential for minor collisions to escalate into violence.
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Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
Two SUVs crashed at Fulton and Nostrand. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Steel met steel. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two SUVs collided at the intersection of Fulton Street and Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 50-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma. Another driver and a passenger were listed with unspecified injuries. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risk when drivers lose focus behind the wheel. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a woman crossing Marcy Ave with the signal. She suffered an eye injury. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The street bears the mark of impact.
A 28-year-old woman was injured while crossing Marcy Ave at Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan struck her as she crossed with the signal. She suffered an abrasion and an eye injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver, a 31-year-old woman, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian. The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle.
Cyclist Ejected in Gates Avenue Collision▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Gates Avenue. The rider was ejected, hit her head, and bled. Police cite confusion as a factor. The car showed no damage. The street stayed busy. The cyclist lay hurt.
A crash on Gates Avenue at Classon Avenue in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. The 29-year-old woman riding the bike was ejected and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 33-year-old man, showed no damage and its occupants were unhurt. Both vehicles were traveling east and going straight ahead. The report does not specify further details about the sequence of events. No other contributing factors were listed.
Concrete Mixer Hits Teen Cyclist on Dekalb▸A concrete mixer struck a 19-year-old e-bike rider on Dekalb Ave. The cyclist suffered a head injury. Fatigue played a role. Heavy steel met flesh. Brooklyn street, broad daylight.
A concrete mixer and an e-bike collided on Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. The 19-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering a head contusion. According to the police report, 'Fatigued/Drowsy' was listed as a contributing factor for both drivers. The truck driver was licensed; the e-bike rider was not. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the danger when large vehicles and vulnerable road users share city streets.
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸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
2SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Riders Injured on Flushing Ave▸SUV and motorcycle collide on Flushing Ave. Both motorcycle riders suffer leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A collision on Flushing Ave at Harrison Ave in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV. Two people on the motorcycle, a 47-year-old man and a 48-year-old woman, were injured with abrasions to their legs. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely.' The SUV and motorcycle were both making left turns when they collided. The report lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and follow too closely.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting E Bike Battery Swap▸Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
""I am proud to be here as a resident... We had a fire that blew out an apartment and brought a lot of fear to the building. For far too long families have lived in fear because they're not charging safely."" -- Phara Souffrant Forrest
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
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E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
Cyclist Ejected After Sedan Door Strike on Fulton▸A cyclist slammed into a parked sedan’s door on Fulton. He flew from his bike, bruised and bleeding. The street stayed busy. The car’s left doors crumpled. The city kept moving.
A cyclist, age 30, was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked sedan on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a sedan, with the cyclist ejected and suffering a leg injury and bruising. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
E-Bike Rider Struck by Sedan on Marcy Ave▸A sedan hit an e-bike on Marcy Ave at Dekalb. The cyclist took a blow to the head. Blood on the street. Police cite traffic control ignored. System failed the vulnerable again.
An e-bike rider, age 27, suffered a head injury with minor bleeding after a collision with a sedan on Marcy Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The cyclist was in shock. Two car occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
E-Bike Rider Injured by Parked Sedan Door▸A sedan passenger distracted, a cyclist struck. Shoulder bruised, arm hurt. E-bike rider left bleeding on Nostrand Avenue. Streets stay dangerous for those outside steel shells.
A 23-year-old e-bike rider suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury after colliding with a parked sedan on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Passenger Distraction' was a contributing factor in the crash. The cyclist was left with a contusion and no safety equipment was reported. The sedan was parked at the time, and both the driver and passenger were listed as involved, with distraction noted as a factor. The report also cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error remains passenger distraction. No other injuries were reported.
Taxi Turns, Strikes Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸A taxi turned right on Throop Avenue. Two pedestrians crossing with the signal were hit. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed loud. The pain lingered.
A taxi making a right turn on Throop Avenue at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn struck two pedestrians, a 36-year-old woman and a 58-year-old man, both crossing with the signal. According to the police report, both pedestrians were injured, one suffering pain and shock. The driver, a 67-year-old man, was licensed and remained at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following the signal.
Motorcycle Driver Ejected in Flushing Ave Crash▸A distracted driver struck a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave. The motorcycle driver was ejected, suffering burns and arm injuries. Streets stayed dangerous. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A motorcycle driver was ejected and injured after crashing into a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave near Harrison Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The 32-year-old driver suffered a minor burn and upper arm injury, and was in shock at the scene. The crash involved a standing vehicle making a left turn and a motorcycle. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited in the report. The incident highlights the risk faced by vulnerable road users when drivers lose focus.
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend▸A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. Madisyn Ruiz, 21, died. Two boys hurt. Tire marks linger. The driver faces charges. The family mourns. The system failed to protect.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madisyn Ruiz, 21, was killed when her boyfriend, Zachary Cando, lost control of a 2023 Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in the Gateway Center parking lot. Ruiz was sitting by the curb when struck. Two nephews, ages 12 and 17, were also injured. Cando told police he 'lost control' during the stunt. He was arrested and charged with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes, 'Days later, circular tire tracks were still visible in the parking lot.' This crash highlights the dangers of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn▸A delivery worker stopped on Lincoln Ave. A driver clipped his open door. Words turned to blows. The driver pulled a pipe, struck hard, then fled. The worker went to the hospital. Police seek the attacker.
NY Daily News (2025-07-12) reports a 36-year-old grocery delivery worker was attacked on Lincoln Ave. in Cypress Hills after a driver struck his open car door. The two argued. The driver "opened his hatchback, pulled out a pipe, and lunged at the victim, striking him repeatedly." The attacker fled. Police released images of the suspect. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the dangers faced by workers on city streets and the potential for minor collisions to escalate into violence.
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Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
A sedan hit a woman crossing Marcy Ave with the signal. She suffered an eye injury. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The street bears the mark of impact.
A 28-year-old woman was injured while crossing Marcy Ave at Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan struck her as she crossed with the signal. She suffered an abrasion and an eye injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver, a 31-year-old woman, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian. The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle.
Cyclist Ejected in Gates Avenue Collision▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Gates Avenue. The rider was ejected, hit her head, and bled. Police cite confusion as a factor. The car showed no damage. The street stayed busy. The cyclist lay hurt.
A crash on Gates Avenue at Classon Avenue in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. The 29-year-old woman riding the bike was ejected and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 33-year-old man, showed no damage and its occupants were unhurt. Both vehicles were traveling east and going straight ahead. The report does not specify further details about the sequence of events. No other contributing factors were listed.
Concrete Mixer Hits Teen Cyclist on Dekalb▸A concrete mixer struck a 19-year-old e-bike rider on Dekalb Ave. The cyclist suffered a head injury. Fatigue played a role. Heavy steel met flesh. Brooklyn street, broad daylight.
A concrete mixer and an e-bike collided on Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. The 19-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering a head contusion. According to the police report, 'Fatigued/Drowsy' was listed as a contributing factor for both drivers. The truck driver was licensed; the e-bike rider was not. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the danger when large vehicles and vulnerable road users share city streets.
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸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
2SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Riders Injured on Flushing Ave▸SUV and motorcycle collide on Flushing Ave. Both motorcycle riders suffer leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A collision on Flushing Ave at Harrison Ave in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV. Two people on the motorcycle, a 47-year-old man and a 48-year-old woman, were injured with abrasions to their legs. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely.' The SUV and motorcycle were both making left turns when they collided. The report lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and follow too closely.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting E Bike Battery Swap▸Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
""I am proud to be here as a resident... We had a fire that blew out an apartment and brought a lot of fear to the building. For far too long families have lived in fear because they're not charging safely."" -- Phara Souffrant Forrest
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
-
E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
Cyclist Ejected After Sedan Door Strike on Fulton▸A cyclist slammed into a parked sedan’s door on Fulton. He flew from his bike, bruised and bleeding. The street stayed busy. The car’s left doors crumpled. The city kept moving.
A cyclist, age 30, was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked sedan on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a sedan, with the cyclist ejected and suffering a leg injury and bruising. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
E-Bike Rider Struck by Sedan on Marcy Ave▸A sedan hit an e-bike on Marcy Ave at Dekalb. The cyclist took a blow to the head. Blood on the street. Police cite traffic control ignored. System failed the vulnerable again.
An e-bike rider, age 27, suffered a head injury with minor bleeding after a collision with a sedan on Marcy Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The cyclist was in shock. Two car occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
E-Bike Rider Injured by Parked Sedan Door▸A sedan passenger distracted, a cyclist struck. Shoulder bruised, arm hurt. E-bike rider left bleeding on Nostrand Avenue. Streets stay dangerous for those outside steel shells.
A 23-year-old e-bike rider suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury after colliding with a parked sedan on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Passenger Distraction' was a contributing factor in the crash. The cyclist was left with a contusion and no safety equipment was reported. The sedan was parked at the time, and both the driver and passenger were listed as involved, with distraction noted as a factor. The report also cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error remains passenger distraction. No other injuries were reported.
Taxi Turns, Strikes Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸A taxi turned right on Throop Avenue. Two pedestrians crossing with the signal were hit. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed loud. The pain lingered.
A taxi making a right turn on Throop Avenue at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn struck two pedestrians, a 36-year-old woman and a 58-year-old man, both crossing with the signal. According to the police report, both pedestrians were injured, one suffering pain and shock. The driver, a 67-year-old man, was licensed and remained at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following the signal.
Motorcycle Driver Ejected in Flushing Ave Crash▸A distracted driver struck a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave. The motorcycle driver was ejected, suffering burns and arm injuries. Streets stayed dangerous. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A motorcycle driver was ejected and injured after crashing into a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave near Harrison Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The 32-year-old driver suffered a minor burn and upper arm injury, and was in shock at the scene. The crash involved a standing vehicle making a left turn and a motorcycle. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited in the report. The incident highlights the risk faced by vulnerable road users when drivers lose focus.
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend▸A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. Madisyn Ruiz, 21, died. Two boys hurt. Tire marks linger. The driver faces charges. The family mourns. The system failed to protect.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madisyn Ruiz, 21, was killed when her boyfriend, Zachary Cando, lost control of a 2023 Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in the Gateway Center parking lot. Ruiz was sitting by the curb when struck. Two nephews, ages 12 and 17, were also injured. Cando told police he 'lost control' during the stunt. He was arrested and charged with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes, 'Days later, circular tire tracks were still visible in the parking lot.' This crash highlights the dangers of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn▸A delivery worker stopped on Lincoln Ave. A driver clipped his open door. Words turned to blows. The driver pulled a pipe, struck hard, then fled. The worker went to the hospital. Police seek the attacker.
NY Daily News (2025-07-12) reports a 36-year-old grocery delivery worker was attacked on Lincoln Ave. in Cypress Hills after a driver struck his open car door. The two argued. The driver "opened his hatchback, pulled out a pipe, and lunged at the victim, striking him repeatedly." The attacker fled. Police released images of the suspect. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the dangers faced by workers on city streets and the potential for minor collisions to escalate into violence.
-
Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
A sedan struck a cyclist on Gates Avenue. The rider was ejected, hit her head, and bled. Police cite confusion as a factor. The car showed no damage. The street stayed busy. The cyclist lay hurt.
A crash on Gates Avenue at Classon Avenue in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a cyclist. The 29-year-old woman riding the bike was ejected and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan, driven by a 33-year-old man, showed no damage and its occupants were unhurt. Both vehicles were traveling east and going straight ahead. The report does not specify further details about the sequence of events. No other contributing factors were listed.
Concrete Mixer Hits Teen Cyclist on Dekalb▸A concrete mixer struck a 19-year-old e-bike rider on Dekalb Ave. The cyclist suffered a head injury. Fatigue played a role. Heavy steel met flesh. Brooklyn street, broad daylight.
A concrete mixer and an e-bike collided on Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. The 19-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering a head contusion. According to the police report, 'Fatigued/Drowsy' was listed as a contributing factor for both drivers. The truck driver was licensed; the e-bike rider was not. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the danger when large vehicles and vulnerable road users share city streets.
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸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
2SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Riders Injured on Flushing Ave▸SUV and motorcycle collide on Flushing Ave. Both motorcycle riders suffer leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A collision on Flushing Ave at Harrison Ave in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV. Two people on the motorcycle, a 47-year-old man and a 48-year-old woman, were injured with abrasions to their legs. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely.' The SUV and motorcycle were both making left turns when they collided. The report lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and follow too closely.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting E Bike Battery Swap▸Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
""I am proud to be here as a resident... We had a fire that blew out an apartment and brought a lot of fear to the building. For far too long families have lived in fear because they're not charging safely."" -- Phara Souffrant Forrest
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
-
E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
Cyclist Ejected After Sedan Door Strike on Fulton▸A cyclist slammed into a parked sedan’s door on Fulton. He flew from his bike, bruised and bleeding. The street stayed busy. The car’s left doors crumpled. The city kept moving.
A cyclist, age 30, was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked sedan on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a sedan, with the cyclist ejected and suffering a leg injury and bruising. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
E-Bike Rider Struck by Sedan on Marcy Ave▸A sedan hit an e-bike on Marcy Ave at Dekalb. The cyclist took a blow to the head. Blood on the street. Police cite traffic control ignored. System failed the vulnerable again.
An e-bike rider, age 27, suffered a head injury with minor bleeding after a collision with a sedan on Marcy Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The cyclist was in shock. Two car occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
E-Bike Rider Injured by Parked Sedan Door▸A sedan passenger distracted, a cyclist struck. Shoulder bruised, arm hurt. E-bike rider left bleeding on Nostrand Avenue. Streets stay dangerous for those outside steel shells.
A 23-year-old e-bike rider suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury after colliding with a parked sedan on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Passenger Distraction' was a contributing factor in the crash. The cyclist was left with a contusion and no safety equipment was reported. The sedan was parked at the time, and both the driver and passenger were listed as involved, with distraction noted as a factor. The report also cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error remains passenger distraction. No other injuries were reported.
Taxi Turns, Strikes Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸A taxi turned right on Throop Avenue. Two pedestrians crossing with the signal were hit. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed loud. The pain lingered.
A taxi making a right turn on Throop Avenue at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn struck two pedestrians, a 36-year-old woman and a 58-year-old man, both crossing with the signal. According to the police report, both pedestrians were injured, one suffering pain and shock. The driver, a 67-year-old man, was licensed and remained at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following the signal.
Motorcycle Driver Ejected in Flushing Ave Crash▸A distracted driver struck a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave. The motorcycle driver was ejected, suffering burns and arm injuries. Streets stayed dangerous. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A motorcycle driver was ejected and injured after crashing into a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave near Harrison Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The 32-year-old driver suffered a minor burn and upper arm injury, and was in shock at the scene. The crash involved a standing vehicle making a left turn and a motorcycle. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited in the report. The incident highlights the risk faced by vulnerable road users when drivers lose focus.
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend▸A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. Madisyn Ruiz, 21, died. Two boys hurt. Tire marks linger. The driver faces charges. The family mourns. The system failed to protect.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madisyn Ruiz, 21, was killed when her boyfriend, Zachary Cando, lost control of a 2023 Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in the Gateway Center parking lot. Ruiz was sitting by the curb when struck. Two nephews, ages 12 and 17, were also injured. Cando told police he 'lost control' during the stunt. He was arrested and charged with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes, 'Days later, circular tire tracks were still visible in the parking lot.' This crash highlights the dangers of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn▸A delivery worker stopped on Lincoln Ave. A driver clipped his open door. Words turned to blows. The driver pulled a pipe, struck hard, then fled. The worker went to the hospital. Police seek the attacker.
NY Daily News (2025-07-12) reports a 36-year-old grocery delivery worker was attacked on Lincoln Ave. in Cypress Hills after a driver struck his open car door. The two argued. The driver "opened his hatchback, pulled out a pipe, and lunged at the victim, striking him repeatedly." The attacker fled. Police released images of the suspect. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the dangers faced by workers on city streets and the potential for minor collisions to escalate into violence.
-
Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
A concrete mixer struck a 19-year-old e-bike rider on Dekalb Ave. The cyclist suffered a head injury. Fatigue played a role. Heavy steel met flesh. Brooklyn street, broad daylight.
A concrete mixer and an e-bike collided on Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. The 19-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering a head contusion. According to the police report, 'Fatigued/Drowsy' was listed as a contributing factor for both drivers. The truck driver was licensed; the e-bike rider was not. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the danger when large vehicles and vulnerable road users share city streets.
Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge▸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
2SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Riders Injured on Flushing Ave▸SUV and motorcycle collide on Flushing Ave. Both motorcycle riders suffer leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A collision on Flushing Ave at Harrison Ave in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV. Two people on the motorcycle, a 47-year-old man and a 48-year-old woman, were injured with abrasions to their legs. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely.' The SUV and motorcycle were both making left turns when they collided. The report lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and follow too closely.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting E Bike Battery Swap▸Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
""I am proud to be here as a resident... We had a fire that blew out an apartment and brought a lot of fear to the building. For far too long families have lived in fear because they're not charging safely."" -- Phara Souffrant Forrest
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
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E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
Cyclist Ejected After Sedan Door Strike on Fulton▸A cyclist slammed into a parked sedan’s door on Fulton. He flew from his bike, bruised and bleeding. The street stayed busy. The car’s left doors crumpled. The city kept moving.
A cyclist, age 30, was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked sedan on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a sedan, with the cyclist ejected and suffering a leg injury and bruising. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
E-Bike Rider Struck by Sedan on Marcy Ave▸A sedan hit an e-bike on Marcy Ave at Dekalb. The cyclist took a blow to the head. Blood on the street. Police cite traffic control ignored. System failed the vulnerable again.
An e-bike rider, age 27, suffered a head injury with minor bleeding after a collision with a sedan on Marcy Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The cyclist was in shock. Two car occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
E-Bike Rider Injured by Parked Sedan Door▸A sedan passenger distracted, a cyclist struck. Shoulder bruised, arm hurt. E-bike rider left bleeding on Nostrand Avenue. Streets stay dangerous for those outside steel shells.
A 23-year-old e-bike rider suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury after colliding with a parked sedan on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Passenger Distraction' was a contributing factor in the crash. The cyclist was left with a contusion and no safety equipment was reported. The sedan was parked at the time, and both the driver and passenger were listed as involved, with distraction noted as a factor. The report also cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error remains passenger distraction. No other injuries were reported.
Taxi Turns, Strikes Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸A taxi turned right on Throop Avenue. Two pedestrians crossing with the signal were hit. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed loud. The pain lingered.
A taxi making a right turn on Throop Avenue at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn struck two pedestrians, a 36-year-old woman and a 58-year-old man, both crossing with the signal. According to the police report, both pedestrians were injured, one suffering pain and shock. The driver, a 67-year-old man, was licensed and remained at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following the signal.
Motorcycle Driver Ejected in Flushing Ave Crash▸A distracted driver struck a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave. The motorcycle driver was ejected, suffering burns and arm injuries. Streets stayed dangerous. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A motorcycle driver was ejected and injured after crashing into a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave near Harrison Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The 32-year-old driver suffered a minor burn and upper arm injury, and was in shock at the scene. The crash involved a standing vehicle making a left turn and a motorcycle. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited in the report. The incident highlights the risk faced by vulnerable road users when drivers lose focus.
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend▸A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. Madisyn Ruiz, 21, died. Two boys hurt. Tire marks linger. The driver faces charges. The family mourns. The system failed to protect.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madisyn Ruiz, 21, was killed when her boyfriend, Zachary Cando, lost control of a 2023 Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in the Gateway Center parking lot. Ruiz was sitting by the curb when struck. Two nephews, ages 12 and 17, were also injured. Cando told police he 'lost control' during the stunt. He was arrested and charged with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes, 'Days later, circular tire tracks were still visible in the parking lot.' This crash highlights the dangers of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn▸A delivery worker stopped on Lincoln Ave. A driver clipped his open door. Words turned to blows. The driver pulled a pipe, struck hard, then fled. The worker went to the hospital. Police seek the attacker.
NY Daily News (2025-07-12) reports a 36-year-old grocery delivery worker was attacked on Lincoln Ave. in Cypress Hills after a driver struck his open car door. The two argued. The driver "opened his hatchback, pulled out a pipe, and lunged at the victim, striking him repeatedly." The attacker fled. Police released images of the suspect. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the dangers faced by workers on city streets and the potential for minor collisions to escalate into violence.
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Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
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
2SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Riders Injured on Flushing Ave▸SUV and motorcycle collide on Flushing Ave. Both motorcycle riders suffer leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A collision on Flushing Ave at Harrison Ave in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV. Two people on the motorcycle, a 47-year-old man and a 48-year-old woman, were injured with abrasions to their legs. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely.' The SUV and motorcycle were both making left turns when they collided. The report lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and follow too closely.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting E Bike Battery Swap▸Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
""I am proud to be here as a resident... We had a fire that blew out an apartment and brought a lot of fear to the building. For far too long families have lived in fear because they're not charging safely."" -- Phara Souffrant Forrest
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
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E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
Cyclist Ejected After Sedan Door Strike on Fulton▸A cyclist slammed into a parked sedan’s door on Fulton. He flew from his bike, bruised and bleeding. The street stayed busy. The car’s left doors crumpled. The city kept moving.
A cyclist, age 30, was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked sedan on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a sedan, with the cyclist ejected and suffering a leg injury and bruising. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
E-Bike Rider Struck by Sedan on Marcy Ave▸A sedan hit an e-bike on Marcy Ave at Dekalb. The cyclist took a blow to the head. Blood on the street. Police cite traffic control ignored. System failed the vulnerable again.
An e-bike rider, age 27, suffered a head injury with minor bleeding after a collision with a sedan on Marcy Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The cyclist was in shock. Two car occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
E-Bike Rider Injured by Parked Sedan Door▸A sedan passenger distracted, a cyclist struck. Shoulder bruised, arm hurt. E-bike rider left bleeding on Nostrand Avenue. Streets stay dangerous for those outside steel shells.
A 23-year-old e-bike rider suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury after colliding with a parked sedan on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Passenger Distraction' was a contributing factor in the crash. The cyclist was left with a contusion and no safety equipment was reported. The sedan was parked at the time, and both the driver and passenger were listed as involved, with distraction noted as a factor. The report also cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error remains passenger distraction. No other injuries were reported.
Taxi Turns, Strikes Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸A taxi turned right on Throop Avenue. Two pedestrians crossing with the signal were hit. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed loud. The pain lingered.
A taxi making a right turn on Throop Avenue at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn struck two pedestrians, a 36-year-old woman and a 58-year-old man, both crossing with the signal. According to the police report, both pedestrians were injured, one suffering pain and shock. The driver, a 67-year-old man, was licensed and remained at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following the signal.
Motorcycle Driver Ejected in Flushing Ave Crash▸A distracted driver struck a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave. The motorcycle driver was ejected, suffering burns and arm injuries. Streets stayed dangerous. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A motorcycle driver was ejected and injured after crashing into a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave near Harrison Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The 32-year-old driver suffered a minor burn and upper arm injury, and was in shock at the scene. The crash involved a standing vehicle making a left turn and a motorcycle. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited in the report. The incident highlights the risk faced by vulnerable road users when drivers lose focus.
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend▸A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. Madisyn Ruiz, 21, died. Two boys hurt. Tire marks linger. The driver faces charges. The family mourns. The system failed to protect.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madisyn Ruiz, 21, was killed when her boyfriend, Zachary Cando, lost control of a 2023 Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in the Gateway Center parking lot. Ruiz was sitting by the curb when struck. Two nephews, ages 12 and 17, were also injured. Cando told police he 'lost control' during the stunt. He was arrested and charged with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes, 'Days later, circular tire tracks were still visible in the parking lot.' This crash highlights the dangers of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn▸A delivery worker stopped on Lincoln Ave. A driver clipped his open door. Words turned to blows. The driver pulled a pipe, struck hard, then fled. The worker went to the hospital. Police seek the attacker.
NY Daily News (2025-07-12) reports a 36-year-old grocery delivery worker was attacked on Lincoln Ave. in Cypress Hills after a driver struck his open car door. The two argued. The driver "opened his hatchback, pulled out a pipe, and lunged at the victim, striking him repeatedly." The attacker fled. Police released images of the suspect. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the dangers faced by workers on city streets and the potential for minor collisions to escalate into violence.
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Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
SUV and motorcycle collide on Flushing Ave. Both motorcycle riders suffer leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A collision on Flushing Ave at Harrison Ave in Brooklyn involved a motorcycle and an SUV. Two people on the motorcycle, a 47-year-old man and a 48-year-old woman, were injured with abrasions to their legs. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely.' The SUV and motorcycle were both making left turns when they collided. The report lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and follow too closely.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting E Bike Battery Swap▸Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
""I am proud to be here as a resident... We had a fire that blew out an apartment and brought a lot of fear to the building. For far too long families have lived in fear because they're not charging safely."" -- Phara Souffrant Forrest
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
-
E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
Cyclist Ejected After Sedan Door Strike on Fulton▸A cyclist slammed into a parked sedan’s door on Fulton. He flew from his bike, bruised and bleeding. The street stayed busy. The car’s left doors crumpled. The city kept moving.
A cyclist, age 30, was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked sedan on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a sedan, with the cyclist ejected and suffering a leg injury and bruising. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
E-Bike Rider Struck by Sedan on Marcy Ave▸A sedan hit an e-bike on Marcy Ave at Dekalb. The cyclist took a blow to the head. Blood on the street. Police cite traffic control ignored. System failed the vulnerable again.
An e-bike rider, age 27, suffered a head injury with minor bleeding after a collision with a sedan on Marcy Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The cyclist was in shock. Two car occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
E-Bike Rider Injured by Parked Sedan Door▸A sedan passenger distracted, a cyclist struck. Shoulder bruised, arm hurt. E-bike rider left bleeding on Nostrand Avenue. Streets stay dangerous for those outside steel shells.
A 23-year-old e-bike rider suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury after colliding with a parked sedan on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Passenger Distraction' was a contributing factor in the crash. The cyclist was left with a contusion and no safety equipment was reported. The sedan was parked at the time, and both the driver and passenger were listed as involved, with distraction noted as a factor. The report also cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error remains passenger distraction. No other injuries were reported.
Taxi Turns, Strikes Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸A taxi turned right on Throop Avenue. Two pedestrians crossing with the signal were hit. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed loud. The pain lingered.
A taxi making a right turn on Throop Avenue at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn struck two pedestrians, a 36-year-old woman and a 58-year-old man, both crossing with the signal. According to the police report, both pedestrians were injured, one suffering pain and shock. The driver, a 67-year-old man, was licensed and remained at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following the signal.
Motorcycle Driver Ejected in Flushing Ave Crash▸A distracted driver struck a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave. The motorcycle driver was ejected, suffering burns and arm injuries. Streets stayed dangerous. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A motorcycle driver was ejected and injured after crashing into a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave near Harrison Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The 32-year-old driver suffered a minor burn and upper arm injury, and was in shock at the scene. The crash involved a standing vehicle making a left turn and a motorcycle. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited in the report. The incident highlights the risk faced by vulnerable road users when drivers lose focus.
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend▸A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. Madisyn Ruiz, 21, died. Two boys hurt. Tire marks linger. The driver faces charges. The family mourns. The system failed to protect.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madisyn Ruiz, 21, was killed when her boyfriend, Zachary Cando, lost control of a 2023 Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in the Gateway Center parking lot. Ruiz was sitting by the curb when struck. Two nephews, ages 12 and 17, were also injured. Cando told police he 'lost control' during the stunt. He was arrested and charged with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes, 'Days later, circular tire tracks were still visible in the parking lot.' This crash highlights the dangers of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn▸A delivery worker stopped on Lincoln Ave. A driver clipped his open door. Words turned to blows. The driver pulled a pipe, struck hard, then fled. The worker went to the hospital. Police seek the attacker.
NY Daily News (2025-07-12) reports a 36-year-old grocery delivery worker was attacked on Lincoln Ave. in Cypress Hills after a driver struck his open car door. The two argued. The driver "opened his hatchback, pulled out a pipe, and lunged at the victim, striking him repeatedly." The attacker fled. Police released images of the suspect. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the dangers faced by workers on city streets and the potential for minor collisions to escalate into violence.
-
Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
""I am proud to be here as a resident... We had a fire that blew out an apartment and brought a lot of fear to the building. For far too long families have lived in fear because they're not charging safely."" -- Phara Souffrant Forrest
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
- E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-22
Cyclist Ejected After Sedan Door Strike on Fulton▸A cyclist slammed into a parked sedan’s door on Fulton. He flew from his bike, bruised and bleeding. The street stayed busy. The car’s left doors crumpled. The city kept moving.
A cyclist, age 30, was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked sedan on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a sedan, with the cyclist ejected and suffering a leg injury and bruising. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
E-Bike Rider Struck by Sedan on Marcy Ave▸A sedan hit an e-bike on Marcy Ave at Dekalb. The cyclist took a blow to the head. Blood on the street. Police cite traffic control ignored. System failed the vulnerable again.
An e-bike rider, age 27, suffered a head injury with minor bleeding after a collision with a sedan on Marcy Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The cyclist was in shock. Two car occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
E-Bike Rider Injured by Parked Sedan Door▸A sedan passenger distracted, a cyclist struck. Shoulder bruised, arm hurt. E-bike rider left bleeding on Nostrand Avenue. Streets stay dangerous for those outside steel shells.
A 23-year-old e-bike rider suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury after colliding with a parked sedan on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Passenger Distraction' was a contributing factor in the crash. The cyclist was left with a contusion and no safety equipment was reported. The sedan was parked at the time, and both the driver and passenger were listed as involved, with distraction noted as a factor. The report also cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error remains passenger distraction. No other injuries were reported.
Taxi Turns, Strikes Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸A taxi turned right on Throop Avenue. Two pedestrians crossing with the signal were hit. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed loud. The pain lingered.
A taxi making a right turn on Throop Avenue at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn struck two pedestrians, a 36-year-old woman and a 58-year-old man, both crossing with the signal. According to the police report, both pedestrians were injured, one suffering pain and shock. The driver, a 67-year-old man, was licensed and remained at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following the signal.
Motorcycle Driver Ejected in Flushing Ave Crash▸A distracted driver struck a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave. The motorcycle driver was ejected, suffering burns and arm injuries. Streets stayed dangerous. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A motorcycle driver was ejected and injured after crashing into a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave near Harrison Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The 32-year-old driver suffered a minor burn and upper arm injury, and was in shock at the scene. The crash involved a standing vehicle making a left turn and a motorcycle. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited in the report. The incident highlights the risk faced by vulnerable road users when drivers lose focus.
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend▸A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. Madisyn Ruiz, 21, died. Two boys hurt. Tire marks linger. The driver faces charges. The family mourns. The system failed to protect.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madisyn Ruiz, 21, was killed when her boyfriend, Zachary Cando, lost control of a 2023 Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in the Gateway Center parking lot. Ruiz was sitting by the curb when struck. Two nephews, ages 12 and 17, were also injured. Cando told police he 'lost control' during the stunt. He was arrested and charged with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes, 'Days later, circular tire tracks were still visible in the parking lot.' This crash highlights the dangers of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn▸A delivery worker stopped on Lincoln Ave. A driver clipped his open door. Words turned to blows. The driver pulled a pipe, struck hard, then fled. The worker went to the hospital. Police seek the attacker.
NY Daily News (2025-07-12) reports a 36-year-old grocery delivery worker was attacked on Lincoln Ave. in Cypress Hills after a driver struck his open car door. The two argued. The driver "opened his hatchback, pulled out a pipe, and lunged at the victim, striking him repeatedly." The attacker fled. Police released images of the suspect. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the dangers faced by workers on city streets and the potential for minor collisions to escalate into violence.
-
Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
A cyclist slammed into a parked sedan’s door on Fulton. He flew from his bike, bruised and bleeding. The street stayed busy. The car’s left doors crumpled. The city kept moving.
A cyclist, age 30, was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked sedan on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a sedan, with the cyclist ejected and suffering a leg injury and bruising. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
E-Bike Rider Struck by Sedan on Marcy Ave▸A sedan hit an e-bike on Marcy Ave at Dekalb. The cyclist took a blow to the head. Blood on the street. Police cite traffic control ignored. System failed the vulnerable again.
An e-bike rider, age 27, suffered a head injury with minor bleeding after a collision with a sedan on Marcy Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The cyclist was in shock. Two car occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
E-Bike Rider Injured by Parked Sedan Door▸A sedan passenger distracted, a cyclist struck. Shoulder bruised, arm hurt. E-bike rider left bleeding on Nostrand Avenue. Streets stay dangerous for those outside steel shells.
A 23-year-old e-bike rider suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury after colliding with a parked sedan on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Passenger Distraction' was a contributing factor in the crash. The cyclist was left with a contusion and no safety equipment was reported. The sedan was parked at the time, and both the driver and passenger were listed as involved, with distraction noted as a factor. The report also cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error remains passenger distraction. No other injuries were reported.
Taxi Turns, Strikes Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸A taxi turned right on Throop Avenue. Two pedestrians crossing with the signal were hit. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed loud. The pain lingered.
A taxi making a right turn on Throop Avenue at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn struck two pedestrians, a 36-year-old woman and a 58-year-old man, both crossing with the signal. According to the police report, both pedestrians were injured, one suffering pain and shock. The driver, a 67-year-old man, was licensed and remained at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following the signal.
Motorcycle Driver Ejected in Flushing Ave Crash▸A distracted driver struck a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave. The motorcycle driver was ejected, suffering burns and arm injuries. Streets stayed dangerous. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A motorcycle driver was ejected and injured after crashing into a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave near Harrison Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The 32-year-old driver suffered a minor burn and upper arm injury, and was in shock at the scene. The crash involved a standing vehicle making a left turn and a motorcycle. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited in the report. The incident highlights the risk faced by vulnerable road users when drivers lose focus.
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend▸A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. Madisyn Ruiz, 21, died. Two boys hurt. Tire marks linger. The driver faces charges. The family mourns. The system failed to protect.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madisyn Ruiz, 21, was killed when her boyfriend, Zachary Cando, lost control of a 2023 Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in the Gateway Center parking lot. Ruiz was sitting by the curb when struck. Two nephews, ages 12 and 17, were also injured. Cando told police he 'lost control' during the stunt. He was arrested and charged with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes, 'Days later, circular tire tracks were still visible in the parking lot.' This crash highlights the dangers of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn▸A delivery worker stopped on Lincoln Ave. A driver clipped his open door. Words turned to blows. The driver pulled a pipe, struck hard, then fled. The worker went to the hospital. Police seek the attacker.
NY Daily News (2025-07-12) reports a 36-year-old grocery delivery worker was attacked on Lincoln Ave. in Cypress Hills after a driver struck his open car door. The two argued. The driver "opened his hatchback, pulled out a pipe, and lunged at the victim, striking him repeatedly." The attacker fled. Police released images of the suspect. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the dangers faced by workers on city streets and the potential for minor collisions to escalate into violence.
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Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
A sedan hit an e-bike on Marcy Ave at Dekalb. The cyclist took a blow to the head. Blood on the street. Police cite traffic control ignored. System failed the vulnerable again.
An e-bike rider, age 27, suffered a head injury with minor bleeding after a collision with a sedan on Marcy Ave near Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The cyclist was in shock. Two car occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
E-Bike Rider Injured by Parked Sedan Door▸A sedan passenger distracted, a cyclist struck. Shoulder bruised, arm hurt. E-bike rider left bleeding on Nostrand Avenue. Streets stay dangerous for those outside steel shells.
A 23-year-old e-bike rider suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury after colliding with a parked sedan on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Passenger Distraction' was a contributing factor in the crash. The cyclist was left with a contusion and no safety equipment was reported. The sedan was parked at the time, and both the driver and passenger were listed as involved, with distraction noted as a factor. The report also cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error remains passenger distraction. No other injuries were reported.
Taxi Turns, Strikes Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸A taxi turned right on Throop Avenue. Two pedestrians crossing with the signal were hit. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed loud. The pain lingered.
A taxi making a right turn on Throop Avenue at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn struck two pedestrians, a 36-year-old woman and a 58-year-old man, both crossing with the signal. According to the police report, both pedestrians were injured, one suffering pain and shock. The driver, a 67-year-old man, was licensed and remained at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following the signal.
Motorcycle Driver Ejected in Flushing Ave Crash▸A distracted driver struck a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave. The motorcycle driver was ejected, suffering burns and arm injuries. Streets stayed dangerous. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A motorcycle driver was ejected and injured after crashing into a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave near Harrison Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The 32-year-old driver suffered a minor burn and upper arm injury, and was in shock at the scene. The crash involved a standing vehicle making a left turn and a motorcycle. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited in the report. The incident highlights the risk faced by vulnerable road users when drivers lose focus.
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend▸A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. Madisyn Ruiz, 21, died. Two boys hurt. Tire marks linger. The driver faces charges. The family mourns. The system failed to protect.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madisyn Ruiz, 21, was killed when her boyfriend, Zachary Cando, lost control of a 2023 Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in the Gateway Center parking lot. Ruiz was sitting by the curb when struck. Two nephews, ages 12 and 17, were also injured. Cando told police he 'lost control' during the stunt. He was arrested and charged with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes, 'Days later, circular tire tracks were still visible in the parking lot.' This crash highlights the dangers of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn▸A delivery worker stopped on Lincoln Ave. A driver clipped his open door. Words turned to blows. The driver pulled a pipe, struck hard, then fled. The worker went to the hospital. Police seek the attacker.
NY Daily News (2025-07-12) reports a 36-year-old grocery delivery worker was attacked on Lincoln Ave. in Cypress Hills after a driver struck his open car door. The two argued. The driver "opened his hatchback, pulled out a pipe, and lunged at the victim, striking him repeatedly." The attacker fled. Police released images of the suspect. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the dangers faced by workers on city streets and the potential for minor collisions to escalate into violence.
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Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
A sedan passenger distracted, a cyclist struck. Shoulder bruised, arm hurt. E-bike rider left bleeding on Nostrand Avenue. Streets stay dangerous for those outside steel shells.
A 23-year-old e-bike rider suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury after colliding with a parked sedan on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Passenger Distraction' was a contributing factor in the crash. The cyclist was left with a contusion and no safety equipment was reported. The sedan was parked at the time, and both the driver and passenger were listed as involved, with distraction noted as a factor. The report also cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error remains passenger distraction. No other injuries were reported.
Taxi Turns, Strikes Two Pedestrians in Brooklyn▸A taxi turned right on Throop Avenue. Two pedestrians crossing with the signal were hit. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed loud. The pain lingered.
A taxi making a right turn on Throop Avenue at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn struck two pedestrians, a 36-year-old woman and a 58-year-old man, both crossing with the signal. According to the police report, both pedestrians were injured, one suffering pain and shock. The driver, a 67-year-old man, was licensed and remained at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following the signal.
Motorcycle Driver Ejected in Flushing Ave Crash▸A distracted driver struck a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave. The motorcycle driver was ejected, suffering burns and arm injuries. Streets stayed dangerous. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A motorcycle driver was ejected and injured after crashing into a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave near Harrison Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The 32-year-old driver suffered a minor burn and upper arm injury, and was in shock at the scene. The crash involved a standing vehicle making a left turn and a motorcycle. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited in the report. The incident highlights the risk faced by vulnerable road users when drivers lose focus.
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend▸A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. Madisyn Ruiz, 21, died. Two boys hurt. Tire marks linger. The driver faces charges. The family mourns. The system failed to protect.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madisyn Ruiz, 21, was killed when her boyfriend, Zachary Cando, lost control of a 2023 Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in the Gateway Center parking lot. Ruiz was sitting by the curb when struck. Two nephews, ages 12 and 17, were also injured. Cando told police he 'lost control' during the stunt. He was arrested and charged with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes, 'Days later, circular tire tracks were still visible in the parking lot.' This crash highlights the dangers of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn▸A delivery worker stopped on Lincoln Ave. A driver clipped his open door. Words turned to blows. The driver pulled a pipe, struck hard, then fled. The worker went to the hospital. Police seek the attacker.
NY Daily News (2025-07-12) reports a 36-year-old grocery delivery worker was attacked on Lincoln Ave. in Cypress Hills after a driver struck his open car door. The two argued. The driver "opened his hatchback, pulled out a pipe, and lunged at the victim, striking him repeatedly." The attacker fled. Police released images of the suspect. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the dangers faced by workers on city streets and the potential for minor collisions to escalate into violence.
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Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
A taxi turned right on Throop Avenue. Two pedestrians crossing with the signal were hit. Both suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed loud. The pain lingered.
A taxi making a right turn on Throop Avenue at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn struck two pedestrians, a 36-year-old woman and a 58-year-old man, both crossing with the signal. According to the police report, both pedestrians were injured, one suffering pain and shock. The driver, a 67-year-old man, was licensed and remained at the scene. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following the signal.
Motorcycle Driver Ejected in Flushing Ave Crash▸A distracted driver struck a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave. The motorcycle driver was ejected, suffering burns and arm injuries. Streets stayed dangerous. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A motorcycle driver was ejected and injured after crashing into a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave near Harrison Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The 32-year-old driver suffered a minor burn and upper arm injury, and was in shock at the scene. The crash involved a standing vehicle making a left turn and a motorcycle. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited in the report. The incident highlights the risk faced by vulnerable road users when drivers lose focus.
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend▸A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. Madisyn Ruiz, 21, died. Two boys hurt. Tire marks linger. The driver faces charges. The family mourns. The system failed to protect.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madisyn Ruiz, 21, was killed when her boyfriend, Zachary Cando, lost control of a 2023 Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in the Gateway Center parking lot. Ruiz was sitting by the curb when struck. Two nephews, ages 12 and 17, were also injured. Cando told police he 'lost control' during the stunt. He was arrested and charged with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes, 'Days later, circular tire tracks were still visible in the parking lot.' This crash highlights the dangers of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn▸A delivery worker stopped on Lincoln Ave. A driver clipped his open door. Words turned to blows. The driver pulled a pipe, struck hard, then fled. The worker went to the hospital. Police seek the attacker.
NY Daily News (2025-07-12) reports a 36-year-old grocery delivery worker was attacked on Lincoln Ave. in Cypress Hills after a driver struck his open car door. The two argued. The driver "opened his hatchback, pulled out a pipe, and lunged at the victim, striking him repeatedly." The attacker fled. Police released images of the suspect. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the dangers faced by workers on city streets and the potential for minor collisions to escalate into violence.
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Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
A distracted driver struck a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave. The motorcycle driver was ejected, suffering burns and arm injuries. Streets stayed dangerous. Brooklyn bore the impact.
A motorcycle driver was ejected and injured after crashing into a standing vehicle on Flushing Ave near Harrison Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The 32-year-old driver suffered a minor burn and upper arm injury, and was in shock at the scene. The crash involved a standing vehicle making a left turn and a motorcycle. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited in the report. The incident highlights the risk faced by vulnerable road users when drivers lose focus.
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend▸A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. Madisyn Ruiz, 21, died. Two boys hurt. Tire marks linger. The driver faces charges. The family mourns. The system failed to protect.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madisyn Ruiz, 21, was killed when her boyfriend, Zachary Cando, lost control of a 2023 Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in the Gateway Center parking lot. Ruiz was sitting by the curb when struck. Two nephews, ages 12 and 17, were also injured. Cando told police he 'lost control' during the stunt. He was arrested and charged with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes, 'Days later, circular tire tracks were still visible in the parking lot.' This crash highlights the dangers of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn▸A delivery worker stopped on Lincoln Ave. A driver clipped his open door. Words turned to blows. The driver pulled a pipe, struck hard, then fled. The worker went to the hospital. Police seek the attacker.
NY Daily News (2025-07-12) reports a 36-year-old grocery delivery worker was attacked on Lincoln Ave. in Cypress Hills after a driver struck his open car door. The two argued. The driver "opened his hatchback, pulled out a pipe, and lunged at the victim, striking him repeatedly." The attacker fled. Police released images of the suspect. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the dangers faced by workers on city streets and the potential for minor collisions to escalate into violence.
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Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. Madisyn Ruiz, 21, died. Two boys hurt. Tire marks linger. The driver faces charges. The family mourns. The system failed to protect.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madisyn Ruiz, 21, was killed when her boyfriend, Zachary Cando, lost control of a 2023 Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in the Gateway Center parking lot. Ruiz was sitting by the curb when struck. Two nephews, ages 12 and 17, were also injured. Cando told police he 'lost control' during the stunt. He was arrested and charged with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes, 'Days later, circular tire tracks were still visible in the parking lot.' This crash highlights the dangers of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
- Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-15
Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn▸A delivery worker stopped on Lincoln Ave. A driver clipped his open door. Words turned to blows. The driver pulled a pipe, struck hard, then fled. The worker went to the hospital. Police seek the attacker.
NY Daily News (2025-07-12) reports a 36-year-old grocery delivery worker was attacked on Lincoln Ave. in Cypress Hills after a driver struck his open car door. The two argued. The driver "opened his hatchback, pulled out a pipe, and lunged at the victim, striking him repeatedly." The attacker fled. Police released images of the suspect. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the dangers faced by workers on city streets and the potential for minor collisions to escalate into violence.
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Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-12
A delivery worker stopped on Lincoln Ave. A driver clipped his open door. Words turned to blows. The driver pulled a pipe, struck hard, then fled. The worker went to the hospital. Police seek the attacker.
NY Daily News (2025-07-12) reports a 36-year-old grocery delivery worker was attacked on Lincoln Ave. in Cypress Hills after a driver struck his open car door. The two argued. The driver "opened his hatchback, pulled out a pipe, and lunged at the victim, striking him repeatedly." The attacker fled. Police released images of the suspect. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the dangers faced by workers on city streets and the potential for minor collisions to escalate into violence.
- Grocer Beaten With Pipe In Brooklyn, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-12