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Three sedans collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved rear-end impacts. Police cited following too closely as a key factor. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, the crash involved three sedans traveling westbound on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The collision occurred when one vehicle slowed or stopped, and another vehicle following too closely struck it from behind. The impact caused a chain reaction with rear-end damage to multiple vehicles. A 57-year-old male driver was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. He was conscious and properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating on high-speed roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4683034, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 66-year-old male bicyclist struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian crossing against the signal on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. Both suffered contusions and bruises. The bicyclist was partially ejected and injured on his arm. Both remained conscious after the crash.

According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on Bedford Avenue collided with a pedestrian crossing against the signal. The bicyclist, a 66-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The pedestrian, a 68-year-old woman, suffered head injuries. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for both parties but does not identify specific driver errors. The bicyclist was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. Both victims were conscious and treated for contusions and bruises. The crash highlights the dangers at intersections where pedestrians cross against signals.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4683008, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 19-year-old woman was struck while crossing Marcy Avenue in Brooklyn. She suffered bruises and hip injuries. The driver, traveling west in a sedan, showed no vehicle damage. Police cited pedestrian confusion as a contributing factor.

According to the police report, a 19-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Marcy Avenue and Hooper Street in Brooklyn. She was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The driver, a licensed male in a 2023 Nissan sedan traveling westbound, was not cited for any errors, and the vehicle showed no damage. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted in the data.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4684162, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 41-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries in a rear-end crash on Broadway. The SUV struck the sedan from behind while the sedan was stopped in traffic. The passenger was conscious and reported whiplash, with no ejection or severe damage to the sedan.

According to the police report, a 2012 SUV traveling eastbound on Broadway rear-ended a westbound sedan stopped in traffic. The collision impacted the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the SUV. A 41-year-old female passenger in the sedan, seated in the middle front seat, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The sedan showed no damage, while the SUV had front-end damage. The driver of the SUV was licensed in New York. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4680785, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A distracted SUV driver struck a 20-year-old female bicyclist in Brooklyn. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation. The SUV showed no damage. The crash happened near Harrison Avenue late at night.

According to the police report, a 2019 Dodge SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was parked when it collided with a southbound bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 20-year-old woman, was ejected and sustained a fractured and dislocated lower arm and hand. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the SUV driver. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV sustained no damage despite impact on its left side doors, while the bike's front center end was damaged. No other factors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4680247, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 56-year-old male bicyclist was ejected after a collision with an SUV on Broadway in Brooklyn. The crash caused knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The bicyclist remained conscious.

According to the police report, a 56-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected in a crash involving a 2017 Toyota SUV on Broadway near Lynch Street in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling east when the collision occurred. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor in the crash. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet (motorcycle only) but was still ejected from the bike. The SUV sustained damage to its right front quarter panel, while the bike was damaged on the left front quarter panel. The bicyclist remained conscious after the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4680259, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A box truck struck a sedan from behind on Wythe Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as causes. The truck's front end was damaged; the sedan's rear was crushed.

According to the police report, a box truck traveling west on Wythe Avenue rear-ended a sedan also traveling west. The sedan's driver, a 38-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Oversized Vehicle' as contributing factors. The truck sustained front-end damage, while the sedan's rear was impacted. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The sedan driver was not ejected and suffered moderate injury severity. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and the risks posed by larger vehicles in rear-end collisions.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4678513, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An 8-year-old boy was struck by an e-bike while crossing near a stopped school bus in Brooklyn. The child suffered facial fractures and dislocations. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The boy remained conscious after the crash.

According to the police report, an e-bike traveling straight ahead struck an 8-year-old pedestrian at an intersection near Harrison Avenue in Brooklyn. The child was going to or from a stopped school bus when the collision occurred. The pedestrian sustained serious facial injuries, including fractures and dislocations, but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The e-bike impacted the center front end of the vehicle. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4677579, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 45-year-old woman was hit by a van while crossing at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. Glare may have affected the driver's vision.

According to the police report, a van traveling east in Brooklyn struck a 45-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at an intersection near Division Avenue. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion and was conscious after the crash. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, along with glare that may have impaired visibility. The van showed no damage and was previously parked. The driver was licensed in New Jersey. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the crossing signal when struck.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4677576, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan driven by an unlicensed male collided with the left rear bumper of a westbound SUV on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The SUV’s female driver suffered chest injuries and shock. Alcohol was involved. Both vehicles sustained damage on their sides and fronts.

According to the police report, a westbound sedan driven by an unlicensed male was changing lanes when it struck the left rear bumper of a westbound SUV. The SUV’s female driver, aged 31, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The sedan’s driver error includes operating without a valid license and unsafe lane change. The SUV driver’s contributing factors are unspecified. The collision caused damage to the SUV’s left side doors and the sedan’s right front quarter panel.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4677094, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans traveling east collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The left side of one vehicle struck the right front of the other. A 22-year-old male passenger suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Defective brakes contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, two sedans collided while both were traveling straight ahead on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The point of impact was the left side doors of one vehicle and the right front bumper of the other. A 22-year-old male occupant in the left rear passenger seat was injured, sustaining shoulder and upper arm injuries and experiencing shock. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists defective brakes as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4676047, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A moped and a bike collided head-on on Williamsburg Street West in Brooklyn. Both drivers were injured. The bicyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries. The moped driver sustained arm injuries. Driver inattention and distraction caused the crash.

According to the police report, a moped traveling east and a bike traveling west collided on Williamsburg Street West near Keap Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and suffered head contusions. The moped driver, a 19-year-old man, remained on his vehicle but sustained bruises to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with driver inexperience for the bicyclist. The moped driver was licensed, while the bicyclist was unlicensed. Both drivers were wearing helmets. The impact occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4673891, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan struck a 20-year-old bicyclist on Wythe Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist was ejected and suffered back contusions. The driver was distracted. The crash happened at night. Both vehicles hit front center. The cyclist was conscious after impact.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Wythe Avenue collided with a bicyclist making a right turn southbound. The 20-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained back contusions. The driver of the sedan was cited for driver inattention or distraction. The sedan's front center end struck the bike's front center end. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash and was wearing no listed safety equipment contributing to the injury. The report lists no contributing factors from the bicyclist. The driver was licensed; the bicyclist was unlicensed. The crash caused significant injury to the vulnerable road user.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4669986, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 42-year-old man was struck while crossing Ross Street at a marked crosswalk without a signal. He suffered a fractured and dislocated elbow and lower arm injury. The crash left him conscious but seriously hurt.

According to the police report, a 42-year-old male pedestrian was injured crossing Ross Street at a marked crosswalk without a signal. He sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, with no details on driver actions or vehicle type. The pedestrian was not at an intersection but used a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The report does not assign fault or blame to the pedestrian.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4669746, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A motorbike traveling east struck the left rear bumper of a sedan making a right turn on Broadway near Throop Avenue. The motorcyclist, a 44-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The sedan driver turned improperly.

According to the police report, a motorbike traveling east on Broadway collided with the left rear bumper of a sedan making a right turn. The sedan's improper turning caused the crash. The motorbike driver, a 44-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The motorcyclist was the sole occupant of his vehicle; the sedan also had one occupant. The crash occurred near Throop Avenue.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4670056, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 23-year-old moped driver was ejected and injured in a collision with an SUV on Harrison Avenue. The rider suffered bruises and leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a contributing factor. The moped driver was unlicensed.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Harrison Avenue involving a 2024 SUV and a 2023 moped. The moped driver, a 23-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV was traveling south going straight ahead, while the moped was passing and also traveling south. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the moped's right front quarter panel. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The moped driver was unlicensed. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4664321, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 76-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Wythe Avenue. The vehicle’s left front bumper struck her, fracturing and dislocating her lower leg. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. She remained conscious.

According to the police report, a 76-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Wythe Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2021 SUV, making a left turn southbound, struck her with the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fracture, distortion, and dislocation to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle alone.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4657997, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A man rode east on Broadway. He lost focus. The bike struck. He flew. His head hit the ground. Blood pooled. He lay conscious, bleeding in the dark. The street stayed silent. The city moved on.

A 29-year-old man riding a bike east on Broadway at Marcy Avenue crashed and was ejected from his bike. According to the police report, 'He lost focus. The bike struck. He flew. His head hit hard. Blood pooled on the pavement. He lay conscious in the dark, bleeding and alone.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The cyclist suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. The data notes he was unlicensed and wore no helmet, but these are mentioned only after the driver errors. No other vehicles or people were involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4657974, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A box truck and sedan crashed on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved unsafe lane changing and following too closely. Both vehicles traveled westbound. The sedan driver was conscious and restrained.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway involving a box truck and a sedan, both traveling westbound. The sedan driver, a 22-year-old male, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. The report lists driver errors including unsafe lane changing and following too closely as contributing factors. The box truck impacted the sedan's left front bumper with its right front bumper. The sedan's front end sustained center damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The sedan driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant of his vehicle.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4656173, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 63-year-old man driving a sedan in Brooklyn was injured when his vehicle struck another car while backing unsafely. The impact caused hip and upper leg injuries and whiplash. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt.

According to the police report, a 63-year-old male driver in Brooklyn was injured when his sedan collided with another vehicle while entering a parked position. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver sustained hip and upper leg injuries and complained of whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The collision involved the left front bumper of the moving sedan and the right front bumper of a parked vehicle. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. No other occupants or pedestrians were reported injured.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4653591, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15