Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Greenpoint?
Greenpoint Bleeds—Demand Safe Streets Now
Greenpoint: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 14, 2025
The Toll in Greenpoint
The streets do not forgive. In the last year, 2 people died and 62 were injured on Greenpoint roads. Two more were seriously hurt. Most never make the news. The numbers pile up. The pain does not fade.
A 49-year-old man was killed by a bike on India Street. A 31-year-old cyclist was hit by an SUV at Calyer and Manhattan. A 33-year-old woman on a bike was struck by a Jeep on Franklin. These are not outliers. They are the pattern.
The Usual Weapons
Cars and SUVs led the count—6 crashes with injuries, including two serious. Motorcycles and mopeds hit next. Bikes killed two. No truck or bus deaths, but the threat is always there. The street is a gauntlet. The victims are mostly people moving under their own power.
What Leaders Have Done
Assembly Member Emily Gallagher backed the McGuinness Boulevard redesign, calling out the opposition as “about fear, bad faith and control” and urging the city to “stay the course” on safer streets (called out the opposition). Council Member Lincoln Restler co-sponsored bills to speed up protected bike lanes and ban parking near crosswalks. But the pace is slow. The danger is not.
The Voices on the Street
The city keeps counting the dead. The city keeps promising change. But the bodies keep coming. “I truly believe that the opposition to a road diet on McGuinness is about fear, bad faith and control,” said Assembly Member Gallagher. The city must “stay the course” on safe streets. The words are there. The blood is still on the asphalt.
What You Can Do
Call your council member. Call your assembly member. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand protected bike lanes. Demand daylight at every crosswalk.
Do not wait for another name to be added to the list.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Greenpoint sit politically?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Greenpoint?
▸ Are these crashes just 'accidents'?
▸ What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
▸ What is CrashCount?
▸ How many people have been killed or seriously injured in Greenpoint recently?
▸ What can I do to make Greenpoint safer?
Citations
▸ Citations
- Two Killed In Sunset Park Hit-And-Run, ABC7, Published 2025-07-12
- Greenpoint Lawmaker: ‘Opposition to McGuinness Redesign is About Fear, Bad Faith and Control’, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-06-15
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4822347 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-14
- Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash, amny, Published 2025-07-12
- Two Pedestrians Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run, amny, Published 2025-07-12
- Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Two Men, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-12
- Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-12
- Two Killed In Sunset Park Hit-And-Run, ABC7, Published 2025-07-12
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-12
- File Res 0854-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-04-24
- File S 8344, Open States, Published 2025-06-17
- DOT Stands By Astoria Bike Lane Plan Despite Foes’ ‘Childish’ Outbursts, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-20
- ‘Stop Super Speeders’ Bill Advances in Senate Committee, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-21
- Pols Demand Adams Open Queensboro Bridge Pedestrian Path, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-04-09
Other Representatives
District 50
685A Manhattan Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11222
Room 441, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 33
410 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217
718-875-5200
250 Broadway, Suite 1748, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7214
District 59
801 2nd Ave. Suite 303, New York, NY 10017
Room 817, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Greenpoint Greenpoint sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 94, District 33, AD 50, SD 59, Brooklyn CB1.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Greenpoint
Gallagher Supports Safety Boosting McGuinness Boulevard Redesign▸A speeding driver killed Matthew Jensen, a teacher, on McGuinness Boulevard. Police arrested Tariq Witherspoon, charging him with homicide and reckless driving. The crash reignited demands for a safer street. The city’s promised redesign remains stalled. Grief and anger fill Greenpoint.
This case centers on the fatal hit-and-run that killed Matthew Jensen on McGuinness Boulevard in May 2021. On February 22, 2022, police arrested Tariq Witherspoon, charging him with criminally negligent homicide, reckless driving, and leaving the scene. The matter sparked renewed urgency for street safety. As the article states, 'Parents and teachers at the school had a huge rally... to demand that the city finally redesign McGuinness Boulevard for safety—a request that dates back more than a decade.' Council Member Steve Levin and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher have both called for action. Gallagher said, 'We must reform the way we use the roads and how we design them so that when drivers make mistakes... they don't kill people.' Despite a $40-million redesign promise from then-Mayor de Blasio, the project remains in planning. The community continues to demand real change to protect pedestrians and cyclists.
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Cops Say They’ve Arrested the Hit-and-Run Driver Who Killed a Beloved Teacher on McGuinness Blvd,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-22
Unlicensed Driver Backs Into Pedestrian▸A 45-year-old man suffered a head contusion when a sedan backed into him on Franklin Street in Brooklyn. The driver was unlicensed and inexperienced. The pedestrian was not in the roadway. The impact hit the right rear bumper of the vehicle.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Franklin Street in Brooklyn backed unsafely and struck a 45-year-old male pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver was unlicensed and inexperienced, contributing factors listed as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inexperience." The point of impact was the right rear bumper of the vehicle. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The pedestrian was injured but not ejected. The report does not list any safety equipment or pedestrian actions as contributing factors.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian on McGuinness Blvd▸A sedan struck a 54-year-old man crossing McGuinness Blvd. The impact bruised his hip and leg. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous. The man was hurt but survived.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old male pedestrian was hit by a southbound sedan while crossing McGuinness Blvd South at Engert Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his hip and upper leg. The sedan struck him with its center front end. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The crash left the man injured and the car damaged at the front.
Emily Gallagher Demands Safety Boosting McGuinness Boulevard Redesign▸A 75-year-old woman lies in critical condition after a driver struck her on McGuinness Boulevard. The wide, fast road has long endangered walkers. Assemblymember Emily Gallagher calls for urgent safety changes. Neighbors demand a road diet, bike lanes, and traffic calming.
On January 25, 2022, Assemblymember Emily Gallagher responded to a severe crash on McGuinness Boulevard in Council District 50. A 75-year-old pedestrian was hit midblock by a driver in a Lincoln Corsair. Gallagher wrote, 'Extremely distressing to see another serious crash injuring a pedestrian on McGuinness. I’m thinking about the victim and continuing to fight for our improvements, which can’t come soon enough.' The street, notorious for speeding and poor crossings, is slated for a $39 million redesign after years of advocacy and deadly crashes. The Make McGuinness Safe Coalition and residents have pushed for a road diet, bike lanes, and traffic calming. The Department of Transportation is gathering public feedback, with construction expected later this year. Gallagher’s stance and the community’s demands highlight the urgent need to protect vulnerable road users on this dangerous stretch.
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Elderly pedestrian in critical condition after being hit by car in Greenpoint,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2022-01-25
Gallagher Urges Safety Boosting McGuinness Boulevard Redesign Now▸A 75-year-old woman was struck and critically injured crossing McGuinness Boulevard. The street, long known for deadly crashes, remains unchanged despite promises of redesign. Advocates and officials demand urgent action as injuries and deaths mount.
"Extremely distressing to see another serious crash injuring a pedestrian on McGuinness. I’m thinking about the victim and continuing to fight for our improvements, which can’t come soon enough." -- Emily Gallagher
On January 25, 2022, a senior pedestrian was gravely injured by a driver on McGuinness Boulevard, a corridor infamous for traffic violence. The incident follows years of crashes—1,290 in eight years, injuring dozens of cyclists and pedestrians. Mayor Bill de Blasio pledged $40 million for a redesign after a fatal hit-and-run in 2021, stating, 'We are putting money in the budget immediately to redesign and fix McGuinness Boulevard. It’s time.' Council Member Emily Gallagher voiced frustration: 'Extremely distressing to see another serious crash injuring a pedestrian... improvements can’t come soon enough.' Steve Levin and Danny Harris echoed calls for urgent redesign and speed control. Despite a lowered speed limit and repeated studies, the city has failed to act. Residents and advocates reject further delays, insisting the evidence is clear: McGuinness remains deadly until real changes are made.
-
Pedestrian Gravely Wounded by Driver on Still-Dangerous McGuinness Boulevard,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-25
SUV Left Turn Collides With Sedan Southbound▸A northbound SUV making a left turn struck a southbound sedan on Franklin Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. The SUV driver was distracted. Both vehicles damaged on left front quarter panels.
According to the police report, a 2006 Dodge SUV traveling north on Franklin Street attempted a left turn and collided with a 2020 Hyundai sedan traveling south. The sedan's 37-year-old male driver was injured and experienced shock but was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the left front bumper on both vehicles, causing damage to the left front quarter panels. The SUV driver held a permit license, and the sedan driver was licensed. No other contributing factors were specified.
A speeding driver killed Matthew Jensen, a teacher, on McGuinness Boulevard. Police arrested Tariq Witherspoon, charging him with homicide and reckless driving. The crash reignited demands for a safer street. The city’s promised redesign remains stalled. Grief and anger fill Greenpoint.
This case centers on the fatal hit-and-run that killed Matthew Jensen on McGuinness Boulevard in May 2021. On February 22, 2022, police arrested Tariq Witherspoon, charging him with criminally negligent homicide, reckless driving, and leaving the scene. The matter sparked renewed urgency for street safety. As the article states, 'Parents and teachers at the school had a huge rally... to demand that the city finally redesign McGuinness Boulevard for safety—a request that dates back more than a decade.' Council Member Steve Levin and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher have both called for action. Gallagher said, 'We must reform the way we use the roads and how we design them so that when drivers make mistakes... they don't kill people.' Despite a $40-million redesign promise from then-Mayor de Blasio, the project remains in planning. The community continues to demand real change to protect pedestrians and cyclists.
- Cops Say They’ve Arrested the Hit-and-Run Driver Who Killed a Beloved Teacher on McGuinness Blvd, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-02-22
Unlicensed Driver Backs Into Pedestrian▸A 45-year-old man suffered a head contusion when a sedan backed into him on Franklin Street in Brooklyn. The driver was unlicensed and inexperienced. The pedestrian was not in the roadway. The impact hit the right rear bumper of the vehicle.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Franklin Street in Brooklyn backed unsafely and struck a 45-year-old male pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver was unlicensed and inexperienced, contributing factors listed as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inexperience." The point of impact was the right rear bumper of the vehicle. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The pedestrian was injured but not ejected. The report does not list any safety equipment or pedestrian actions as contributing factors.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian on McGuinness Blvd▸A sedan struck a 54-year-old man crossing McGuinness Blvd. The impact bruised his hip and leg. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous. The man was hurt but survived.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old male pedestrian was hit by a southbound sedan while crossing McGuinness Blvd South at Engert Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his hip and upper leg. The sedan struck him with its center front end. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The crash left the man injured and the car damaged at the front.
Emily Gallagher Demands Safety Boosting McGuinness Boulevard Redesign▸A 75-year-old woman lies in critical condition after a driver struck her on McGuinness Boulevard. The wide, fast road has long endangered walkers. Assemblymember Emily Gallagher calls for urgent safety changes. Neighbors demand a road diet, bike lanes, and traffic calming.
On January 25, 2022, Assemblymember Emily Gallagher responded to a severe crash on McGuinness Boulevard in Council District 50. A 75-year-old pedestrian was hit midblock by a driver in a Lincoln Corsair. Gallagher wrote, 'Extremely distressing to see another serious crash injuring a pedestrian on McGuinness. I’m thinking about the victim and continuing to fight for our improvements, which can’t come soon enough.' The street, notorious for speeding and poor crossings, is slated for a $39 million redesign after years of advocacy and deadly crashes. The Make McGuinness Safe Coalition and residents have pushed for a road diet, bike lanes, and traffic calming. The Department of Transportation is gathering public feedback, with construction expected later this year. Gallagher’s stance and the community’s demands highlight the urgent need to protect vulnerable road users on this dangerous stretch.
-
Elderly pedestrian in critical condition after being hit by car in Greenpoint,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2022-01-25
Gallagher Urges Safety Boosting McGuinness Boulevard Redesign Now▸A 75-year-old woman was struck and critically injured crossing McGuinness Boulevard. The street, long known for deadly crashes, remains unchanged despite promises of redesign. Advocates and officials demand urgent action as injuries and deaths mount.
"Extremely distressing to see another serious crash injuring a pedestrian on McGuinness. I’m thinking about the victim and continuing to fight for our improvements, which can’t come soon enough." -- Emily Gallagher
On January 25, 2022, a senior pedestrian was gravely injured by a driver on McGuinness Boulevard, a corridor infamous for traffic violence. The incident follows years of crashes—1,290 in eight years, injuring dozens of cyclists and pedestrians. Mayor Bill de Blasio pledged $40 million for a redesign after a fatal hit-and-run in 2021, stating, 'We are putting money in the budget immediately to redesign and fix McGuinness Boulevard. It’s time.' Council Member Emily Gallagher voiced frustration: 'Extremely distressing to see another serious crash injuring a pedestrian... improvements can’t come soon enough.' Steve Levin and Danny Harris echoed calls for urgent redesign and speed control. Despite a lowered speed limit and repeated studies, the city has failed to act. Residents and advocates reject further delays, insisting the evidence is clear: McGuinness remains deadly until real changes are made.
-
Pedestrian Gravely Wounded by Driver on Still-Dangerous McGuinness Boulevard,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-25
SUV Left Turn Collides With Sedan Southbound▸A northbound SUV making a left turn struck a southbound sedan on Franklin Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. The SUV driver was distracted. Both vehicles damaged on left front quarter panels.
According to the police report, a 2006 Dodge SUV traveling north on Franklin Street attempted a left turn and collided with a 2020 Hyundai sedan traveling south. The sedan's 37-year-old male driver was injured and experienced shock but was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the left front bumper on both vehicles, causing damage to the left front quarter panels. The SUV driver held a permit license, and the sedan driver was licensed. No other contributing factors were specified.
A 45-year-old man suffered a head contusion when a sedan backed into him on Franklin Street in Brooklyn. The driver was unlicensed and inexperienced. The pedestrian was not in the roadway. The impact hit the right rear bumper of the vehicle.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Franklin Street in Brooklyn backed unsafely and struck a 45-year-old male pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver was unlicensed and inexperienced, contributing factors listed as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inexperience." The point of impact was the right rear bumper of the vehicle. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The pedestrian was injured but not ejected. The report does not list any safety equipment or pedestrian actions as contributing factors.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian on McGuinness Blvd▸A sedan struck a 54-year-old man crossing McGuinness Blvd. The impact bruised his hip and leg. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous. The man was hurt but survived.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old male pedestrian was hit by a southbound sedan while crossing McGuinness Blvd South at Engert Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his hip and upper leg. The sedan struck him with its center front end. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The crash left the man injured and the car damaged at the front.
Emily Gallagher Demands Safety Boosting McGuinness Boulevard Redesign▸A 75-year-old woman lies in critical condition after a driver struck her on McGuinness Boulevard. The wide, fast road has long endangered walkers. Assemblymember Emily Gallagher calls for urgent safety changes. Neighbors demand a road diet, bike lanes, and traffic calming.
On January 25, 2022, Assemblymember Emily Gallagher responded to a severe crash on McGuinness Boulevard in Council District 50. A 75-year-old pedestrian was hit midblock by a driver in a Lincoln Corsair. Gallagher wrote, 'Extremely distressing to see another serious crash injuring a pedestrian on McGuinness. I’m thinking about the victim and continuing to fight for our improvements, which can’t come soon enough.' The street, notorious for speeding and poor crossings, is slated for a $39 million redesign after years of advocacy and deadly crashes. The Make McGuinness Safe Coalition and residents have pushed for a road diet, bike lanes, and traffic calming. The Department of Transportation is gathering public feedback, with construction expected later this year. Gallagher’s stance and the community’s demands highlight the urgent need to protect vulnerable road users on this dangerous stretch.
-
Elderly pedestrian in critical condition after being hit by car in Greenpoint,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2022-01-25
Gallagher Urges Safety Boosting McGuinness Boulevard Redesign Now▸A 75-year-old woman was struck and critically injured crossing McGuinness Boulevard. The street, long known for deadly crashes, remains unchanged despite promises of redesign. Advocates and officials demand urgent action as injuries and deaths mount.
"Extremely distressing to see another serious crash injuring a pedestrian on McGuinness. I’m thinking about the victim and continuing to fight for our improvements, which can’t come soon enough." -- Emily Gallagher
On January 25, 2022, a senior pedestrian was gravely injured by a driver on McGuinness Boulevard, a corridor infamous for traffic violence. The incident follows years of crashes—1,290 in eight years, injuring dozens of cyclists and pedestrians. Mayor Bill de Blasio pledged $40 million for a redesign after a fatal hit-and-run in 2021, stating, 'We are putting money in the budget immediately to redesign and fix McGuinness Boulevard. It’s time.' Council Member Emily Gallagher voiced frustration: 'Extremely distressing to see another serious crash injuring a pedestrian... improvements can’t come soon enough.' Steve Levin and Danny Harris echoed calls for urgent redesign and speed control. Despite a lowered speed limit and repeated studies, the city has failed to act. Residents and advocates reject further delays, insisting the evidence is clear: McGuinness remains deadly until real changes are made.
-
Pedestrian Gravely Wounded by Driver on Still-Dangerous McGuinness Boulevard,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-25
SUV Left Turn Collides With Sedan Southbound▸A northbound SUV making a left turn struck a southbound sedan on Franklin Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. The SUV driver was distracted. Both vehicles damaged on left front quarter panels.
According to the police report, a 2006 Dodge SUV traveling north on Franklin Street attempted a left turn and collided with a 2020 Hyundai sedan traveling south. The sedan's 37-year-old male driver was injured and experienced shock but was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the left front bumper on both vehicles, causing damage to the left front quarter panels. The SUV driver held a permit license, and the sedan driver was licensed. No other contributing factors were specified.
A sedan struck a 54-year-old man crossing McGuinness Blvd. The impact bruised his hip and leg. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous. The man was hurt but survived.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old male pedestrian was hit by a southbound sedan while crossing McGuinness Blvd South at Engert Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his hip and upper leg. The sedan struck him with its center front end. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The crash left the man injured and the car damaged at the front.
Emily Gallagher Demands Safety Boosting McGuinness Boulevard Redesign▸A 75-year-old woman lies in critical condition after a driver struck her on McGuinness Boulevard. The wide, fast road has long endangered walkers. Assemblymember Emily Gallagher calls for urgent safety changes. Neighbors demand a road diet, bike lanes, and traffic calming.
On January 25, 2022, Assemblymember Emily Gallagher responded to a severe crash on McGuinness Boulevard in Council District 50. A 75-year-old pedestrian was hit midblock by a driver in a Lincoln Corsair. Gallagher wrote, 'Extremely distressing to see another serious crash injuring a pedestrian on McGuinness. I’m thinking about the victim and continuing to fight for our improvements, which can’t come soon enough.' The street, notorious for speeding and poor crossings, is slated for a $39 million redesign after years of advocacy and deadly crashes. The Make McGuinness Safe Coalition and residents have pushed for a road diet, bike lanes, and traffic calming. The Department of Transportation is gathering public feedback, with construction expected later this year. Gallagher’s stance and the community’s demands highlight the urgent need to protect vulnerable road users on this dangerous stretch.
-
Elderly pedestrian in critical condition after being hit by car in Greenpoint,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2022-01-25
Gallagher Urges Safety Boosting McGuinness Boulevard Redesign Now▸A 75-year-old woman was struck and critically injured crossing McGuinness Boulevard. The street, long known for deadly crashes, remains unchanged despite promises of redesign. Advocates and officials demand urgent action as injuries and deaths mount.
"Extremely distressing to see another serious crash injuring a pedestrian on McGuinness. I’m thinking about the victim and continuing to fight for our improvements, which can’t come soon enough." -- Emily Gallagher
On January 25, 2022, a senior pedestrian was gravely injured by a driver on McGuinness Boulevard, a corridor infamous for traffic violence. The incident follows years of crashes—1,290 in eight years, injuring dozens of cyclists and pedestrians. Mayor Bill de Blasio pledged $40 million for a redesign after a fatal hit-and-run in 2021, stating, 'We are putting money in the budget immediately to redesign and fix McGuinness Boulevard. It’s time.' Council Member Emily Gallagher voiced frustration: 'Extremely distressing to see another serious crash injuring a pedestrian... improvements can’t come soon enough.' Steve Levin and Danny Harris echoed calls for urgent redesign and speed control. Despite a lowered speed limit and repeated studies, the city has failed to act. Residents and advocates reject further delays, insisting the evidence is clear: McGuinness remains deadly until real changes are made.
-
Pedestrian Gravely Wounded by Driver on Still-Dangerous McGuinness Boulevard,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-25
SUV Left Turn Collides With Sedan Southbound▸A northbound SUV making a left turn struck a southbound sedan on Franklin Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. The SUV driver was distracted. Both vehicles damaged on left front quarter panels.
According to the police report, a 2006 Dodge SUV traveling north on Franklin Street attempted a left turn and collided with a 2020 Hyundai sedan traveling south. The sedan's 37-year-old male driver was injured and experienced shock but was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the left front bumper on both vehicles, causing damage to the left front quarter panels. The SUV driver held a permit license, and the sedan driver was licensed. No other contributing factors were specified.
A 75-year-old woman lies in critical condition after a driver struck her on McGuinness Boulevard. The wide, fast road has long endangered walkers. Assemblymember Emily Gallagher calls for urgent safety changes. Neighbors demand a road diet, bike lanes, and traffic calming.
On January 25, 2022, Assemblymember Emily Gallagher responded to a severe crash on McGuinness Boulevard in Council District 50. A 75-year-old pedestrian was hit midblock by a driver in a Lincoln Corsair. Gallagher wrote, 'Extremely distressing to see another serious crash injuring a pedestrian on McGuinness. I’m thinking about the victim and continuing to fight for our improvements, which can’t come soon enough.' The street, notorious for speeding and poor crossings, is slated for a $39 million redesign after years of advocacy and deadly crashes. The Make McGuinness Safe Coalition and residents have pushed for a road diet, bike lanes, and traffic calming. The Department of Transportation is gathering public feedback, with construction expected later this year. Gallagher’s stance and the community’s demands highlight the urgent need to protect vulnerable road users on this dangerous stretch.
- Elderly pedestrian in critical condition after being hit by car in Greenpoint, brooklynpaper.com, Published 2022-01-25
Gallagher Urges Safety Boosting McGuinness Boulevard Redesign Now▸A 75-year-old woman was struck and critically injured crossing McGuinness Boulevard. The street, long known for deadly crashes, remains unchanged despite promises of redesign. Advocates and officials demand urgent action as injuries and deaths mount.
"Extremely distressing to see another serious crash injuring a pedestrian on McGuinness. I’m thinking about the victim and continuing to fight for our improvements, which can’t come soon enough." -- Emily Gallagher
On January 25, 2022, a senior pedestrian was gravely injured by a driver on McGuinness Boulevard, a corridor infamous for traffic violence. The incident follows years of crashes—1,290 in eight years, injuring dozens of cyclists and pedestrians. Mayor Bill de Blasio pledged $40 million for a redesign after a fatal hit-and-run in 2021, stating, 'We are putting money in the budget immediately to redesign and fix McGuinness Boulevard. It’s time.' Council Member Emily Gallagher voiced frustration: 'Extremely distressing to see another serious crash injuring a pedestrian... improvements can’t come soon enough.' Steve Levin and Danny Harris echoed calls for urgent redesign and speed control. Despite a lowered speed limit and repeated studies, the city has failed to act. Residents and advocates reject further delays, insisting the evidence is clear: McGuinness remains deadly until real changes are made.
-
Pedestrian Gravely Wounded by Driver on Still-Dangerous McGuinness Boulevard,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-25
SUV Left Turn Collides With Sedan Southbound▸A northbound SUV making a left turn struck a southbound sedan on Franklin Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. The SUV driver was distracted. Both vehicles damaged on left front quarter panels.
According to the police report, a 2006 Dodge SUV traveling north on Franklin Street attempted a left turn and collided with a 2020 Hyundai sedan traveling south. The sedan's 37-year-old male driver was injured and experienced shock but was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the left front bumper on both vehicles, causing damage to the left front quarter panels. The SUV driver held a permit license, and the sedan driver was licensed. No other contributing factors were specified.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and critically injured crossing McGuinness Boulevard. The street, long known for deadly crashes, remains unchanged despite promises of redesign. Advocates and officials demand urgent action as injuries and deaths mount.
"Extremely distressing to see another serious crash injuring a pedestrian on McGuinness. I’m thinking about the victim and continuing to fight for our improvements, which can’t come soon enough." -- Emily Gallagher
On January 25, 2022, a senior pedestrian was gravely injured by a driver on McGuinness Boulevard, a corridor infamous for traffic violence. The incident follows years of crashes—1,290 in eight years, injuring dozens of cyclists and pedestrians. Mayor Bill de Blasio pledged $40 million for a redesign after a fatal hit-and-run in 2021, stating, 'We are putting money in the budget immediately to redesign and fix McGuinness Boulevard. It’s time.' Council Member Emily Gallagher voiced frustration: 'Extremely distressing to see another serious crash injuring a pedestrian... improvements can’t come soon enough.' Steve Levin and Danny Harris echoed calls for urgent redesign and speed control. Despite a lowered speed limit and repeated studies, the city has failed to act. Residents and advocates reject further delays, insisting the evidence is clear: McGuinness remains deadly until real changes are made.
- Pedestrian Gravely Wounded by Driver on Still-Dangerous McGuinness Boulevard, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-01-25
SUV Left Turn Collides With Sedan Southbound▸A northbound SUV making a left turn struck a southbound sedan on Franklin Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. The SUV driver was distracted. Both vehicles damaged on left front quarter panels.
According to the police report, a 2006 Dodge SUV traveling north on Franklin Street attempted a left turn and collided with a 2020 Hyundai sedan traveling south. The sedan's 37-year-old male driver was injured and experienced shock but was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the left front bumper on both vehicles, causing damage to the left front quarter panels. The SUV driver held a permit license, and the sedan driver was licensed. No other contributing factors were specified.
A northbound SUV making a left turn struck a southbound sedan on Franklin Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. The SUV driver was distracted. Both vehicles damaged on left front quarter panels.
According to the police report, a 2006 Dodge SUV traveling north on Franklin Street attempted a left turn and collided with a 2020 Hyundai sedan traveling south. The sedan's 37-year-old male driver was injured and experienced shock but was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the left front bumper on both vehicles, causing damage to the left front quarter panels. The SUV driver held a permit license, and the sedan driver was licensed. No other contributing factors were specified.