About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 2
▸ Crush Injuries 5
▸ Severe Bleeding 6
▸ Severe Lacerations 7
▸ Concussion 15
▸ Whiplash 71
▸ Contusion/Bruise 102
▸ Abrasion 60
▸ Pain/Nausea 19
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Downtown Brooklyn bleeds at the seams: Tillary, Flatbush, Atlantic
Downtown Brooklyn-Dumbo-Boerum Hill: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 25, 2025
Tillary takes. Flatbush grinds. Atlantic does not forgive.
A 74‑year‑old man on an e‑bike died when a bus made a right at Tillary and Jay. The city record lists “E‑Bike” and “Bus.” It lists “Ejected.” It lists “Apparent Death.” The time was 8:15 p.m. on Nov. 6, 2024. The place was here. The turn was right. The man did not get up (city crash log).
At Flatbush Avenue and State Street, a 45‑year‑old woman riding in the back seat was killed. The SUV was stopped in traffic. A sedan came straight. She died at 11:04 p.m. on Feb. 28, 2025. The sheet says “Crush Injuries.” It says “Apparent Death” (city crash log).
The rest live, but hurt. Since 2022, this area logged 2,231 crashes, 1,005 injuries, and two deaths. Pedestrians: 183 hurt. Cyclists: 166 hurt. People in cars: 616 hurt. Heavy vehicles did their share: trucks and buses are tied to 33 pedestrian injuries in the record, bikes to 18, SUVs and cars to 126 (city rollup).
Where the street spits you out
Tillary Street leads the injury tally here with 54 injuries and three serious injuries. Flatbush Avenue Extension shows 53 injuries and two serious injuries. Navy Street and Court Street also carry pain (hotspots).
Danger peaks in the late afternoon. From 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., injuries stack up hour by hour, hitting an 86‑injury spike at 2 p.m. Two deaths in this span landed at 8 p.m. and 11 p.m. The clock does not matter. The body count comes either way (hourly pattern).
Failure to yield shows up in the files. So does inattention. So does improper passing. Unsafe speed appears in the case file where a rider on an e‑bike hit a woman crossing with the signal at Flatbush and Nevins; she suffered severe cuts. The sheet says the rider was unlicensed. It also says “Unsafe Speed” and “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” (case detail).
Children in the crosswalk
On Atlantic at Court, a 4‑year‑old boy crossing with the signal was hit by a left‑turning 2013 vehicle. The log lists “Failure to Yield Right‑of‑Way” and “Passenger Distraction.” He lived. He carries the entry “Crush Injuries” (intersection case).
At 501 Atlantic Avenue, a 67‑year‑old woman in the marked crosswalk was struck. The driver’s sheet reads “Driver Inattention/Distraction” and “Failure to Yield.” She suffered severe cuts. She was conscious. She also had the walk (intersection case).
This is not a riddle. Cars turn. People cross. The paint does not stop steel.
What City Hall has on paper
At City Hall, Council Member Lincoln Restler put his name on a resolution to let cameras ticket owners for posted parking rules. The stated aim is fewer illegal blockers. It sits in committee. The text calls on Albany to pass A.5440. The Council file is dated Aug. 14, 2025 (council record).
He also co‑sponsored a bill to force DOT to install school‑zone safety devices within 60 days after a study finding. Introduced the same day. Still in committee (bill file).
In Albany, lawmakers renewed New York City’s school‑zone speed cameras through 2030. One sponsor, Senator Andrew Gounardes, backed it. The city’s own numbers tied cameras to sharp drops in speeding and severe injuries, according to coverage on June 30, 2025 (Streetsblog; AMNY).
Gounardes also sponsored and voted yes in committee to require speed limiters for repeat violators under S 4045 in June 2025. The summary says it targets drivers who rack up points or repeated camera tickets. It passed committee votes on June 11–12 (Senate file).
What would stop the next siren on Tillary
- Daylight the corners and harden the turns at Tillary, Jay, and the Flatbush Avenue Extension. These are the injury leaders.
- Give walkers a head start at Atlantic and Court and across Flatbush. The case files list left turns, failed yields, and distraction.
- Target the late‑day hours for enforcement at the known peaks. The city’s clock data points to the 2–6 p.m. window.
Then tackle the citywide pattern that feeds these corners:
- Lower the default speed limit. Albany already renewed cameras citywide through 2030. The data tied them to fewer severe injuries where placed (Streetsblog).
- Pass and enforce speed limiters for repeat offenders. S 4045 is written for that. It cleared Senate committees with a yes from its sponsor (Senate file).
The map of Downtown Brooklyn is a ledger. Tillary. Flatbush. Atlantic. Names we know. Bodies we do not.
Take one step that counts. Tell City Hall and Albany to act now. Start here: Take Action.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – NYC Open Data (Crashes) - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-25
- NYC Council Legislative Files (Int. 1353-2025; Res. 1024-2025), NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
- Hochul Signs Speed Camera Reauthorization, Enforcement Continues Through 2030, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-30
- Staying on: New Yorkers react to Hochul’s renewed speed camera program in NYC, AMNY, Published 2025-06-30
- S 4045 – Intelligent Speed Assistance for Repeat Violators, Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-12
Other Representatives
District 52
341 Smith St., Brooklyn, NY 11231
Room 826, 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 26
497 Carroll St. Suite 31, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Room 917, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
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▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Downtown Brooklyn-Dumbo-Boerum Hill
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Rear-End Collision on Atlantic Avenue Injures Driver▸Oct 8 - Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. A 36-year-old woman driving one car suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely and reaction to another vehicle as causes.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling eastbound on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn crashed. The 36-year-old female driver of one sedan was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Following Too Closely" as contributing factors. The impact struck the center back end of the lead sedan and the center front end of the rear sedan. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other injuries were reported. Driver errors in maintaining distance and reacting to traffic were cited by police.
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SUV Hits Bicyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 7 - A 17-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a parked SUV on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The bike struck the SUV’s left side doors. The rider suffered bruises and leg injuries, remaining conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male bicyclist was injured when he collided with a parked 2014 Jeep SUV on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The bike struck the left side doors of the SUV, causing the rider to be ejected. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing Flatbush Avenue▸Oct 4 - A 35-year-old woman was struck while crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal. The sedan driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and arm injuries. The crash happened near Fulton Street in Brooklyn at 8:30 p.m.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Flatbush Avenue at an intersection near Fulton Street in Brooklyn. She was crossing with the signal when a sedan traveling south struck her. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, resulting in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with traffic control disregarded. The driver was going straight ahead and impacted the pedestrian at an unspecified point. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no safety equipment or signals from the pedestrian were noted as factors.
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Bicyclist Injured in Van Side Collision▸Oct 2 - A 34-year-old male bicyclist struck the left side doors of a parked van on Nevins Street. The cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The crash involved driver distraction and inattention.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist traveling north collided with the left side doors of a parked 2014 van on Nevins Street. The bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the impact. The van was stationary at the time of collision, and the bicyclist was riding without safety equipment. The van sustained damage to its left side doors, and the bike was damaged at its center front end.
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Taxi and E-Scooter Collide on Flatbush Avenue▸Oct 1 - A taxi and an e-scooter crashed head-on on Flatbush Avenue. The e-scooter driver, 42, was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries and bruises. Both vehicles hit center front ends. The scooter rider was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured after a collision with a taxi on Flatbush Avenue. The e-scooter driver was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a shoulder and upper arm injury along with contusions. The taxi was traveling east, and the e-scooter south, both going straight ahead before impact. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle properly. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the e-scooter driver but does not specify any driver errors or helmet use. The crash resulted in significant injury to the vulnerable e-scooter rider.
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Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Left-Turn Crash▸Sep 29 - A pedestrian crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The man suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The vehicle showed no damage.
According to the police report, a male pedestrian was injured while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Lafayette Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2014 SUV, traveling north and making a left turn, struck him with its left front bumper. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle, occupied by two licensed drivers, showed no damage. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
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Sedans Crash on Flatbush Avenue Extension▸Sep 24 - Two sedans struck left sides in Brooklyn. A front-seat passenger suffered head and internal injuries. She stayed conscious. Metal twisted. No driver errors listed. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension in Brooklyn. The crash involved the left front bumper of one sedan and the left rear bumper of another. A 44-year-old woman riding as a front-seat passenger was injured, suffering a head wound and internal complaints. She remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles were damaged on their left sides. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Elderly Pedestrian Struck by Distracted SUV Driver▸Sep 19 - SUV hit 82-year-old woman crossing Bridge Street with the signal. Driver turned left, distracted. She suffered concussion, full-body injuries, shock. No damage to vehicle. Impact left her hurt and shaken.
According to the police report, an 82-year-old woman was crossing Bridge Street with the signal in Brooklyn when a 2023 Honda SUV struck her during a left turn. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered a concussion, injuries to her entire body, and shock. The SUV showed no damage, with impact at the left front quarter panel. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash underscores the risk distracted drivers pose to pedestrians, even when they follow traffic signals.
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Gounardes Demands Safety Boosting Reckless Driver Accountability Measures▸Sep 19 - A repeat offender killed Xia Ying Chen, 66, in Bath Beach. Senator Gounardes called for tougher laws and real consequences for reckless drivers. He slammed weak enforcement. Streets remain deadly. Calls for redesign and accountability echo. The system failed again.
On September 19, 2023, after a deadly crash in Bath Beach, State Senator Andrew Gounardes demanded action. The driver, Faheem Shabazz, had a record of speeding violations. Gounardes, a safe streets advocate, said, 'That's really what this conversation should be about—how are we holding people accountable when they have violations to their record and zero consequences for it.' He supports lowering speed limits and tougher penalties but stressed that enforcement is lacking. Senator Iwen Chu urged the NYC DOT to study the area for safety upgrades, stating, 'We must recognize that our streets need to be designed with safety in mind.' The DOT is reviewing the intersection. The call is clear: repeat offenders face little consequence, and street design still puts pedestrians at risk.
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‘A real damn shame’: After grandmother killed in Bath Beach crash, pol says reckless drivers must be held accountable,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-09-19
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Gounardes Opposes DOT Ignoring Temporary Bike Lane Law▸Sep 18 - DOT stripped protected bike lanes from Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue. Cyclists now dodge cars and illegal parking. Elected officials and advocates demand action. DOT cites traffic, but danger grows. Pedestrians lose safe crossings. The agency stays silent. Streets stay deadly.
On September 18, 2023, a coalition of elected officials and advocates called out the Department of Transportation for removing protected bike lanes on Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue during construction. The matter, described as 'DOT continues to ignore dangers it created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,' centers on DOT’s decision to replace bike lanes with a second car lane, violating a city law that requires temporary bike lanes during such work. Council Members Lincoln Restler, Alexa Aviles, Shahana Hanif, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, Borough President Antonio Reynoso, and groups like Bike New York and Transportation Alternatives sent a letter demanding the bike lane’s return and physical barriers to stop illegal parking on pedestrian islands. The letter urges DOT to 'ensure curb lanes be preserved for safe cyclist passage' and to 'deploy quick-build physical elements' for pedestrian safety. DOT has not responded. Cyclists and pedestrians remain at risk.
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DOT Continues to Ignore Dangers it Created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
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Gounardes Supports DOT Transparency on Dangerous Vehicle Program▸Sep 18 - Council waits. DOT stalls. The Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program limps toward expiration. Thousands of reckless drivers dodge consequences. Few take the safety course. Council members call for answers, action, and stronger laws. Vulnerable New Yorkers remain exposed.
On September 18, 2023, the City Council reviewed the Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program (DVAP), which is set to expire on October 26. The Transportation Committee, led by Chair Selvena Brooks-Powers, pressed the Department of Transportation (DOT) for a final report on the program’s effectiveness. The bill required drivers with 15 speed-camera or five red-light tickets in a year to take a safety course or risk vehicle seizure. Council Member Shahana Hanif voiced disappointment, noting, 'We need to not only reauthorize this program, but strengthen it.' Despite over 34,000 drivers meeting the threshold in the last year, only about 1,200 took the course in three years. DOT has not explained the reporting delay or provided outcome data. The lack of enforcement leaves dangerous drivers on the road and vulnerable road users at risk.
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Council Needs Info from DOT So it Can Rescue (or Ignore) Fading ‘Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
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Jo Anne Simon Demands Safety Boosting Protected Bike Lanes Restored▸Sep 18 - DOT stripped protected bike lanes from Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue. Cyclists now dodge cars and illegal parking. Elected officials and advocates demand action. DOT cites traffic, but danger grows. Pedestrians lose safe crossings. The agency stays silent. Streets stay deadly.
On September 18, 2023, a coalition of elected officials and advocates called out the Department of Transportation for removing protected bike lanes on Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue during construction. The matter, described as 'DOT continues to ignore dangers it created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,' centers on DOT’s decision to replace bike lanes with a second car lane, violating a city law that requires temporary bike lanes during such work. Council Members Lincoln Restler, Alexa Aviles, Shahana Hanif, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, Borough President Antonio Reynoso, and groups like Bike New York and Transportation Alternatives sent a letter demanding the bike lane’s return and physical barriers to stop illegal parking on pedestrian islands. The letter urges DOT to 'ensure curb lanes be preserved for safe cyclist passage' and to 'deploy quick-build physical elements' for pedestrian safety. DOT has not responded. Cyclists and pedestrians remain at risk.
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DOT Continues to Ignore Dangers it Created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
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Three Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Sep 14 - Three sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver and two passengers suffered injuries including head, neck, and full-body trauma. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. All occupants experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, three sedans traveling east on Atlantic Avenue collided. The lead vehicle was stopped in traffic when the second vehicle, also stopped, was struck from behind by a third sedan. The crash injured three occupants: a 54-year-old male driver with head injuries, and two female passengers aged 80 and 76 with neck and full-body injuries. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. None of the occupants were ejected or wearing safety equipment. The injured suffered shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The collision caused center back-end and front-end damage to the vehicles involved.
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Sedan Turns Right, Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Sep 11 - A sedan making a right turn hit a 27-year-old male e-bike rider going straight on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a neck contusion and bruising. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Hoyt Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike rider traveling west straight ahead. The 27-year-old male cyclist was injured, sustaining a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike but was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, as was the e-bike's. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
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Gounardes Opposes Misleading MTA R Train Service Claims▸Sep 7 - MTA promised faster R trains in Brooklyn. Riders waited up to 16 minutes. Senator Gounardes called out the agency for misleading the public. Track work on another line delayed improvements. Riders left stranded. Trust broken. Transparency demanded.
On September 7, 2023, the MTA faced backlash for failing to deliver on its pledge of eight-minute weekday headways for the R train in southern Brooklyn. The issue, reported by State Senator Andrew Gounardes, surfaced after riders complained of waits as long as 16 minutes. The MTA had announced service upgrades, but later changed its press release, citing F line track work as the cause for delay—work unrelated to the R train. Gounardes, who fought for MTA funding in Albany, accused the agency of misrepresenting the improvements, saying, 'I’m shocked and frustrated that the MTA would misrepresent these service upgrades to the riding public.' Transit advocates like Danny Pearlstein of Riders Alliance echoed calls for honesty: 'Public transit shouldn’t be a rollercoaster of mismatched expectations.' The incident has strained relations between the MTA and its legislative supporters, highlighting the need for transparency and reliability in transit service.
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MTA ‘Bungles’ Increased R Train Service Promise,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-07
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Sedan Hits E-Bike on Tillary Street▸Sep 4 - A sedan turning right struck an e-bike rider on Tillary Street. The cyclist, a 32-year-old man, suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The impact hit the bike’s right side doors. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Tillary Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike traveling west. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the e-bike’s right side doors. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, only unspecified factors. The sedan driver was licensed and making a right turn. The collision caused damage to both vehicles. No ejection occurred.
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Chain Collision Injures Elderly Driver on Adams Street▸Sep 1 - Three cars slammed together near Brooklyn Bridge. A 74-year-old man in a sedan took the worst of it. Neck pain and whiplash. Police blamed drivers for following too close. Metal crumpled, lives jarred.
According to the police report, three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Adams Street at the Brooklyn Bridge. The 74-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Police listed "Following Too Closely" as the main cause. The crash sequence left front and rear damage on the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain reaction. The injured driver was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported. The report underscores the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
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SUV Lane Change Hits E-Bike in Brooklyn▸Aug 20 - A 19-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a 2006 SUV on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV changed lanes improperly, striking the e-bike’s front center. The cyclist suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male bicyclist riding an e-bike eastbound on Atlantic Avenue was struck by a 2006 Subaru SUV also traveling eastbound. The SUV was changing lanes when it hit the e-bike’s center front end, impacting the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver’s lane change caused the crash. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. No other contributing factors were specified.
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Taxi Hits E-Scooter in Brooklyn Collision▸Aug 20 - A taxi struck an e-scooter rider on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and concussion. The taxi driver slowed before impact. Unsafe lane changing and driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi and an e-scooter collided on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, was injured with a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The taxi driver was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The report lists unsafe lane changing and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The taxi struck the e-scooter on its right rear bumper, while the scooter was hit at its center front end. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe lane changes in mixed traffic environments.
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SUV Turns Right Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Aug 19 - An SUV making a right turn hit a northbound e-bike on Bond Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV was making a right turn on Bond Street when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV struck the e-bike at its center front end, impacting the SUV's right rear quarter panel. The e-bike rider was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and female. The crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driving in Brooklyn streets.
Oct 8 - Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. A 36-year-old woman driving one car suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely and reaction to another vehicle as causes.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling eastbound on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn crashed. The 36-year-old female driver of one sedan was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Following Too Closely" as contributing factors. The impact struck the center back end of the lead sedan and the center front end of the rear sedan. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other injuries were reported. Driver errors in maintaining distance and reacting to traffic were cited by police.
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SUV Hits Bicyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 7 - A 17-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a parked SUV on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The bike struck the SUV’s left side doors. The rider suffered bruises and leg injuries, remaining conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male bicyclist was injured when he collided with a parked 2014 Jeep SUV on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The bike struck the left side doors of the SUV, causing the rider to be ejected. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing Flatbush Avenue▸Oct 4 - A 35-year-old woman was struck while crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal. The sedan driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and arm injuries. The crash happened near Fulton Street in Brooklyn at 8:30 p.m.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Flatbush Avenue at an intersection near Fulton Street in Brooklyn. She was crossing with the signal when a sedan traveling south struck her. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, resulting in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with traffic control disregarded. The driver was going straight ahead and impacted the pedestrian at an unspecified point. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no safety equipment or signals from the pedestrian were noted as factors.
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Bicyclist Injured in Van Side Collision▸Oct 2 - A 34-year-old male bicyclist struck the left side doors of a parked van on Nevins Street. The cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The crash involved driver distraction and inattention.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist traveling north collided with the left side doors of a parked 2014 van on Nevins Street. The bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the impact. The van was stationary at the time of collision, and the bicyclist was riding without safety equipment. The van sustained damage to its left side doors, and the bike was damaged at its center front end.
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Taxi and E-Scooter Collide on Flatbush Avenue▸Oct 1 - A taxi and an e-scooter crashed head-on on Flatbush Avenue. The e-scooter driver, 42, was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries and bruises. Both vehicles hit center front ends. The scooter rider was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured after a collision with a taxi on Flatbush Avenue. The e-scooter driver was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a shoulder and upper arm injury along with contusions. The taxi was traveling east, and the e-scooter south, both going straight ahead before impact. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle properly. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the e-scooter driver but does not specify any driver errors or helmet use. The crash resulted in significant injury to the vulnerable e-scooter rider.
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Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Left-Turn Crash▸Sep 29 - A pedestrian crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The man suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The vehicle showed no damage.
According to the police report, a male pedestrian was injured while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Lafayette Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2014 SUV, traveling north and making a left turn, struck him with its left front bumper. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle, occupied by two licensed drivers, showed no damage. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
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Sedans Crash on Flatbush Avenue Extension▸Sep 24 - Two sedans struck left sides in Brooklyn. A front-seat passenger suffered head and internal injuries. She stayed conscious. Metal twisted. No driver errors listed. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension in Brooklyn. The crash involved the left front bumper of one sedan and the left rear bumper of another. A 44-year-old woman riding as a front-seat passenger was injured, suffering a head wound and internal complaints. She remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles were damaged on their left sides. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Elderly Pedestrian Struck by Distracted SUV Driver▸Sep 19 - SUV hit 82-year-old woman crossing Bridge Street with the signal. Driver turned left, distracted. She suffered concussion, full-body injuries, shock. No damage to vehicle. Impact left her hurt and shaken.
According to the police report, an 82-year-old woman was crossing Bridge Street with the signal in Brooklyn when a 2023 Honda SUV struck her during a left turn. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered a concussion, injuries to her entire body, and shock. The SUV showed no damage, with impact at the left front quarter panel. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash underscores the risk distracted drivers pose to pedestrians, even when they follow traffic signals.
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Gounardes Demands Safety Boosting Reckless Driver Accountability Measures▸Sep 19 - A repeat offender killed Xia Ying Chen, 66, in Bath Beach. Senator Gounardes called for tougher laws and real consequences for reckless drivers. He slammed weak enforcement. Streets remain deadly. Calls for redesign and accountability echo. The system failed again.
On September 19, 2023, after a deadly crash in Bath Beach, State Senator Andrew Gounardes demanded action. The driver, Faheem Shabazz, had a record of speeding violations. Gounardes, a safe streets advocate, said, 'That's really what this conversation should be about—how are we holding people accountable when they have violations to their record and zero consequences for it.' He supports lowering speed limits and tougher penalties but stressed that enforcement is lacking. Senator Iwen Chu urged the NYC DOT to study the area for safety upgrades, stating, 'We must recognize that our streets need to be designed with safety in mind.' The DOT is reviewing the intersection. The call is clear: repeat offenders face little consequence, and street design still puts pedestrians at risk.
-
‘A real damn shame’: After grandmother killed in Bath Beach crash, pol says reckless drivers must be held accountable,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-09-19
18
Gounardes Opposes DOT Ignoring Temporary Bike Lane Law▸Sep 18 - DOT stripped protected bike lanes from Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue. Cyclists now dodge cars and illegal parking. Elected officials and advocates demand action. DOT cites traffic, but danger grows. Pedestrians lose safe crossings. The agency stays silent. Streets stay deadly.
On September 18, 2023, a coalition of elected officials and advocates called out the Department of Transportation for removing protected bike lanes on Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue during construction. The matter, described as 'DOT continues to ignore dangers it created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,' centers on DOT’s decision to replace bike lanes with a second car lane, violating a city law that requires temporary bike lanes during such work. Council Members Lincoln Restler, Alexa Aviles, Shahana Hanif, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, Borough President Antonio Reynoso, and groups like Bike New York and Transportation Alternatives sent a letter demanding the bike lane’s return and physical barriers to stop illegal parking on pedestrian islands. The letter urges DOT to 'ensure curb lanes be preserved for safe cyclist passage' and to 'deploy quick-build physical elements' for pedestrian safety. DOT has not responded. Cyclists and pedestrians remain at risk.
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DOT Continues to Ignore Dangers it Created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
18
Gounardes Supports DOT Transparency on Dangerous Vehicle Program▸Sep 18 - Council waits. DOT stalls. The Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program limps toward expiration. Thousands of reckless drivers dodge consequences. Few take the safety course. Council members call for answers, action, and stronger laws. Vulnerable New Yorkers remain exposed.
On September 18, 2023, the City Council reviewed the Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program (DVAP), which is set to expire on October 26. The Transportation Committee, led by Chair Selvena Brooks-Powers, pressed the Department of Transportation (DOT) for a final report on the program’s effectiveness. The bill required drivers with 15 speed-camera or five red-light tickets in a year to take a safety course or risk vehicle seizure. Council Member Shahana Hanif voiced disappointment, noting, 'We need to not only reauthorize this program, but strengthen it.' Despite over 34,000 drivers meeting the threshold in the last year, only about 1,200 took the course in three years. DOT has not explained the reporting delay or provided outcome data. The lack of enforcement leaves dangerous drivers on the road and vulnerable road users at risk.
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Council Needs Info from DOT So it Can Rescue (or Ignore) Fading ‘Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
18
Jo Anne Simon Demands Safety Boosting Protected Bike Lanes Restored▸Sep 18 - DOT stripped protected bike lanes from Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue. Cyclists now dodge cars and illegal parking. Elected officials and advocates demand action. DOT cites traffic, but danger grows. Pedestrians lose safe crossings. The agency stays silent. Streets stay deadly.
On September 18, 2023, a coalition of elected officials and advocates called out the Department of Transportation for removing protected bike lanes on Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue during construction. The matter, described as 'DOT continues to ignore dangers it created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,' centers on DOT’s decision to replace bike lanes with a second car lane, violating a city law that requires temporary bike lanes during such work. Council Members Lincoln Restler, Alexa Aviles, Shahana Hanif, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, Borough President Antonio Reynoso, and groups like Bike New York and Transportation Alternatives sent a letter demanding the bike lane’s return and physical barriers to stop illegal parking on pedestrian islands. The letter urges DOT to 'ensure curb lanes be preserved for safe cyclist passage' and to 'deploy quick-build physical elements' for pedestrian safety. DOT has not responded. Cyclists and pedestrians remain at risk.
-
DOT Continues to Ignore Dangers it Created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
14
Three Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Sep 14 - Three sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver and two passengers suffered injuries including head, neck, and full-body trauma. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. All occupants experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, three sedans traveling east on Atlantic Avenue collided. The lead vehicle was stopped in traffic when the second vehicle, also stopped, was struck from behind by a third sedan. The crash injured three occupants: a 54-year-old male driver with head injuries, and two female passengers aged 80 and 76 with neck and full-body injuries. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. None of the occupants were ejected or wearing safety equipment. The injured suffered shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The collision caused center back-end and front-end damage to the vehicles involved.
11
Sedan Turns Right, Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Sep 11 - A sedan making a right turn hit a 27-year-old male e-bike rider going straight on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a neck contusion and bruising. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Hoyt Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike rider traveling west straight ahead. The 27-year-old male cyclist was injured, sustaining a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike but was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, as was the e-bike's. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
7
Gounardes Opposes Misleading MTA R Train Service Claims▸Sep 7 - MTA promised faster R trains in Brooklyn. Riders waited up to 16 minutes. Senator Gounardes called out the agency for misleading the public. Track work on another line delayed improvements. Riders left stranded. Trust broken. Transparency demanded.
On September 7, 2023, the MTA faced backlash for failing to deliver on its pledge of eight-minute weekday headways for the R train in southern Brooklyn. The issue, reported by State Senator Andrew Gounardes, surfaced after riders complained of waits as long as 16 minutes. The MTA had announced service upgrades, but later changed its press release, citing F line track work as the cause for delay—work unrelated to the R train. Gounardes, who fought for MTA funding in Albany, accused the agency of misrepresenting the improvements, saying, 'I’m shocked and frustrated that the MTA would misrepresent these service upgrades to the riding public.' Transit advocates like Danny Pearlstein of Riders Alliance echoed calls for honesty: 'Public transit shouldn’t be a rollercoaster of mismatched expectations.' The incident has strained relations between the MTA and its legislative supporters, highlighting the need for transparency and reliability in transit service.
-
MTA ‘Bungles’ Increased R Train Service Promise,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-07
4
Sedan Hits E-Bike on Tillary Street▸Sep 4 - A sedan turning right struck an e-bike rider on Tillary Street. The cyclist, a 32-year-old man, suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The impact hit the bike’s right side doors. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Tillary Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike traveling west. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the e-bike’s right side doors. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, only unspecified factors. The sedan driver was licensed and making a right turn. The collision caused damage to both vehicles. No ejection occurred.
1
Chain Collision Injures Elderly Driver on Adams Street▸Sep 1 - Three cars slammed together near Brooklyn Bridge. A 74-year-old man in a sedan took the worst of it. Neck pain and whiplash. Police blamed drivers for following too close. Metal crumpled, lives jarred.
According to the police report, three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Adams Street at the Brooklyn Bridge. The 74-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Police listed "Following Too Closely" as the main cause. The crash sequence left front and rear damage on the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain reaction. The injured driver was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported. The report underscores the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
20
SUV Lane Change Hits E-Bike in Brooklyn▸Aug 20 - A 19-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a 2006 SUV on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV changed lanes improperly, striking the e-bike’s front center. The cyclist suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male bicyclist riding an e-bike eastbound on Atlantic Avenue was struck by a 2006 Subaru SUV also traveling eastbound. The SUV was changing lanes when it hit the e-bike’s center front end, impacting the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver’s lane change caused the crash. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. No other contributing factors were specified.
20
Taxi Hits E-Scooter in Brooklyn Collision▸Aug 20 - A taxi struck an e-scooter rider on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and concussion. The taxi driver slowed before impact. Unsafe lane changing and driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi and an e-scooter collided on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, was injured with a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The taxi driver was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The report lists unsafe lane changing and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The taxi struck the e-scooter on its right rear bumper, while the scooter was hit at its center front end. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe lane changes in mixed traffic environments.
19
SUV Turns Right Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Aug 19 - An SUV making a right turn hit a northbound e-bike on Bond Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV was making a right turn on Bond Street when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV struck the e-bike at its center front end, impacting the SUV's right rear quarter panel. The e-bike rider was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and female. The crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driving in Brooklyn streets.
Oct 7 - A 17-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a parked SUV on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The bike struck the SUV’s left side doors. The rider suffered bruises and leg injuries, remaining conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male bicyclist was injured when he collided with a parked 2014 Jeep SUV on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The bike struck the left side doors of the SUV, causing the rider to be ejected. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
4
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Flatbush Avenue▸Oct 4 - A 35-year-old woman was struck while crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal. The sedan driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and arm injuries. The crash happened near Fulton Street in Brooklyn at 8:30 p.m.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Flatbush Avenue at an intersection near Fulton Street in Brooklyn. She was crossing with the signal when a sedan traveling south struck her. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, resulting in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with traffic control disregarded. The driver was going straight ahead and impacted the pedestrian at an unspecified point. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no safety equipment or signals from the pedestrian were noted as factors.
2
Bicyclist Injured in Van Side Collision▸Oct 2 - A 34-year-old male bicyclist struck the left side doors of a parked van on Nevins Street. The cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The crash involved driver distraction and inattention.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist traveling north collided with the left side doors of a parked 2014 van on Nevins Street. The bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the impact. The van was stationary at the time of collision, and the bicyclist was riding without safety equipment. The van sustained damage to its left side doors, and the bike was damaged at its center front end.
1
Taxi and E-Scooter Collide on Flatbush Avenue▸Oct 1 - A taxi and an e-scooter crashed head-on on Flatbush Avenue. The e-scooter driver, 42, was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries and bruises. Both vehicles hit center front ends. The scooter rider was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured after a collision with a taxi on Flatbush Avenue. The e-scooter driver was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a shoulder and upper arm injury along with contusions. The taxi was traveling east, and the e-scooter south, both going straight ahead before impact. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle properly. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the e-scooter driver but does not specify any driver errors or helmet use. The crash resulted in significant injury to the vulnerable e-scooter rider.
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Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Left-Turn Crash▸Sep 29 - A pedestrian crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The man suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The vehicle showed no damage.
According to the police report, a male pedestrian was injured while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Lafayette Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2014 SUV, traveling north and making a left turn, struck him with its left front bumper. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle, occupied by two licensed drivers, showed no damage. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
24
Sedans Crash on Flatbush Avenue Extension▸Sep 24 - Two sedans struck left sides in Brooklyn. A front-seat passenger suffered head and internal injuries. She stayed conscious. Metal twisted. No driver errors listed. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension in Brooklyn. The crash involved the left front bumper of one sedan and the left rear bumper of another. A 44-year-old woman riding as a front-seat passenger was injured, suffering a head wound and internal complaints. She remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles were damaged on their left sides. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
19
Elderly Pedestrian Struck by Distracted SUV Driver▸Sep 19 - SUV hit 82-year-old woman crossing Bridge Street with the signal. Driver turned left, distracted. She suffered concussion, full-body injuries, shock. No damage to vehicle. Impact left her hurt and shaken.
According to the police report, an 82-year-old woman was crossing Bridge Street with the signal in Brooklyn when a 2023 Honda SUV struck her during a left turn. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered a concussion, injuries to her entire body, and shock. The SUV showed no damage, with impact at the left front quarter panel. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash underscores the risk distracted drivers pose to pedestrians, even when they follow traffic signals.
19
Gounardes Demands Safety Boosting Reckless Driver Accountability Measures▸Sep 19 - A repeat offender killed Xia Ying Chen, 66, in Bath Beach. Senator Gounardes called for tougher laws and real consequences for reckless drivers. He slammed weak enforcement. Streets remain deadly. Calls for redesign and accountability echo. The system failed again.
On September 19, 2023, after a deadly crash in Bath Beach, State Senator Andrew Gounardes demanded action. The driver, Faheem Shabazz, had a record of speeding violations. Gounardes, a safe streets advocate, said, 'That's really what this conversation should be about—how are we holding people accountable when they have violations to their record and zero consequences for it.' He supports lowering speed limits and tougher penalties but stressed that enforcement is lacking. Senator Iwen Chu urged the NYC DOT to study the area for safety upgrades, stating, 'We must recognize that our streets need to be designed with safety in mind.' The DOT is reviewing the intersection. The call is clear: repeat offenders face little consequence, and street design still puts pedestrians at risk.
-
‘A real damn shame’: After grandmother killed in Bath Beach crash, pol says reckless drivers must be held accountable,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-09-19
18
Gounardes Opposes DOT Ignoring Temporary Bike Lane Law▸Sep 18 - DOT stripped protected bike lanes from Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue. Cyclists now dodge cars and illegal parking. Elected officials and advocates demand action. DOT cites traffic, but danger grows. Pedestrians lose safe crossings. The agency stays silent. Streets stay deadly.
On September 18, 2023, a coalition of elected officials and advocates called out the Department of Transportation for removing protected bike lanes on Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue during construction. The matter, described as 'DOT continues to ignore dangers it created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,' centers on DOT’s decision to replace bike lanes with a second car lane, violating a city law that requires temporary bike lanes during such work. Council Members Lincoln Restler, Alexa Aviles, Shahana Hanif, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, Borough President Antonio Reynoso, and groups like Bike New York and Transportation Alternatives sent a letter demanding the bike lane’s return and physical barriers to stop illegal parking on pedestrian islands. The letter urges DOT to 'ensure curb lanes be preserved for safe cyclist passage' and to 'deploy quick-build physical elements' for pedestrian safety. DOT has not responded. Cyclists and pedestrians remain at risk.
-
DOT Continues to Ignore Dangers it Created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
18
Gounardes Supports DOT Transparency on Dangerous Vehicle Program▸Sep 18 - Council waits. DOT stalls. The Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program limps toward expiration. Thousands of reckless drivers dodge consequences. Few take the safety course. Council members call for answers, action, and stronger laws. Vulnerable New Yorkers remain exposed.
On September 18, 2023, the City Council reviewed the Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program (DVAP), which is set to expire on October 26. The Transportation Committee, led by Chair Selvena Brooks-Powers, pressed the Department of Transportation (DOT) for a final report on the program’s effectiveness. The bill required drivers with 15 speed-camera or five red-light tickets in a year to take a safety course or risk vehicle seizure. Council Member Shahana Hanif voiced disappointment, noting, 'We need to not only reauthorize this program, but strengthen it.' Despite over 34,000 drivers meeting the threshold in the last year, only about 1,200 took the course in three years. DOT has not explained the reporting delay or provided outcome data. The lack of enforcement leaves dangerous drivers on the road and vulnerable road users at risk.
-
Council Needs Info from DOT So it Can Rescue (or Ignore) Fading ‘Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
18
Jo Anne Simon Demands Safety Boosting Protected Bike Lanes Restored▸Sep 18 - DOT stripped protected bike lanes from Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue. Cyclists now dodge cars and illegal parking. Elected officials and advocates demand action. DOT cites traffic, but danger grows. Pedestrians lose safe crossings. The agency stays silent. Streets stay deadly.
On September 18, 2023, a coalition of elected officials and advocates called out the Department of Transportation for removing protected bike lanes on Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue during construction. The matter, described as 'DOT continues to ignore dangers it created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,' centers on DOT’s decision to replace bike lanes with a second car lane, violating a city law that requires temporary bike lanes during such work. Council Members Lincoln Restler, Alexa Aviles, Shahana Hanif, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, Borough President Antonio Reynoso, and groups like Bike New York and Transportation Alternatives sent a letter demanding the bike lane’s return and physical barriers to stop illegal parking on pedestrian islands. The letter urges DOT to 'ensure curb lanes be preserved for safe cyclist passage' and to 'deploy quick-build physical elements' for pedestrian safety. DOT has not responded. Cyclists and pedestrians remain at risk.
-
DOT Continues to Ignore Dangers it Created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
14
Three Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Sep 14 - Three sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver and two passengers suffered injuries including head, neck, and full-body trauma. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. All occupants experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, three sedans traveling east on Atlantic Avenue collided. The lead vehicle was stopped in traffic when the second vehicle, also stopped, was struck from behind by a third sedan. The crash injured three occupants: a 54-year-old male driver with head injuries, and two female passengers aged 80 and 76 with neck and full-body injuries. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. None of the occupants were ejected or wearing safety equipment. The injured suffered shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The collision caused center back-end and front-end damage to the vehicles involved.
11
Sedan Turns Right, Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Sep 11 - A sedan making a right turn hit a 27-year-old male e-bike rider going straight on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a neck contusion and bruising. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Hoyt Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike rider traveling west straight ahead. The 27-year-old male cyclist was injured, sustaining a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike but was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, as was the e-bike's. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
7
Gounardes Opposes Misleading MTA R Train Service Claims▸Sep 7 - MTA promised faster R trains in Brooklyn. Riders waited up to 16 minutes. Senator Gounardes called out the agency for misleading the public. Track work on another line delayed improvements. Riders left stranded. Trust broken. Transparency demanded.
On September 7, 2023, the MTA faced backlash for failing to deliver on its pledge of eight-minute weekday headways for the R train in southern Brooklyn. The issue, reported by State Senator Andrew Gounardes, surfaced after riders complained of waits as long as 16 minutes. The MTA had announced service upgrades, but later changed its press release, citing F line track work as the cause for delay—work unrelated to the R train. Gounardes, who fought for MTA funding in Albany, accused the agency of misrepresenting the improvements, saying, 'I’m shocked and frustrated that the MTA would misrepresent these service upgrades to the riding public.' Transit advocates like Danny Pearlstein of Riders Alliance echoed calls for honesty: 'Public transit shouldn’t be a rollercoaster of mismatched expectations.' The incident has strained relations between the MTA and its legislative supporters, highlighting the need for transparency and reliability in transit service.
-
MTA ‘Bungles’ Increased R Train Service Promise,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-07
4
Sedan Hits E-Bike on Tillary Street▸Sep 4 - A sedan turning right struck an e-bike rider on Tillary Street. The cyclist, a 32-year-old man, suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The impact hit the bike’s right side doors. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Tillary Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike traveling west. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the e-bike’s right side doors. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, only unspecified factors. The sedan driver was licensed and making a right turn. The collision caused damage to both vehicles. No ejection occurred.
1
Chain Collision Injures Elderly Driver on Adams Street▸Sep 1 - Three cars slammed together near Brooklyn Bridge. A 74-year-old man in a sedan took the worst of it. Neck pain and whiplash. Police blamed drivers for following too close. Metal crumpled, lives jarred.
According to the police report, three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Adams Street at the Brooklyn Bridge. The 74-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Police listed "Following Too Closely" as the main cause. The crash sequence left front and rear damage on the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain reaction. The injured driver was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported. The report underscores the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
20
SUV Lane Change Hits E-Bike in Brooklyn▸Aug 20 - A 19-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a 2006 SUV on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV changed lanes improperly, striking the e-bike’s front center. The cyclist suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male bicyclist riding an e-bike eastbound on Atlantic Avenue was struck by a 2006 Subaru SUV also traveling eastbound. The SUV was changing lanes when it hit the e-bike’s center front end, impacting the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver’s lane change caused the crash. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. No other contributing factors were specified.
20
Taxi Hits E-Scooter in Brooklyn Collision▸Aug 20 - A taxi struck an e-scooter rider on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and concussion. The taxi driver slowed before impact. Unsafe lane changing and driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi and an e-scooter collided on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, was injured with a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The taxi driver was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The report lists unsafe lane changing and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The taxi struck the e-scooter on its right rear bumper, while the scooter was hit at its center front end. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe lane changes in mixed traffic environments.
19
SUV Turns Right Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Aug 19 - An SUV making a right turn hit a northbound e-bike on Bond Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV was making a right turn on Bond Street when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV struck the e-bike at its center front end, impacting the SUV's right rear quarter panel. The e-bike rider was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and female. The crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driving in Brooklyn streets.
Oct 4 - A 35-year-old woman was struck while crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal. The sedan driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and arm injuries. The crash happened near Fulton Street in Brooklyn at 8:30 p.m.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Flatbush Avenue at an intersection near Fulton Street in Brooklyn. She was crossing with the signal when a sedan traveling south struck her. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, resulting in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with traffic control disregarded. The driver was going straight ahead and impacted the pedestrian at an unspecified point. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no safety equipment or signals from the pedestrian were noted as factors.
2
Bicyclist Injured in Van Side Collision▸Oct 2 - A 34-year-old male bicyclist struck the left side doors of a parked van on Nevins Street. The cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The crash involved driver distraction and inattention.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist traveling north collided with the left side doors of a parked 2014 van on Nevins Street. The bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the impact. The van was stationary at the time of collision, and the bicyclist was riding without safety equipment. The van sustained damage to its left side doors, and the bike was damaged at its center front end.
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Taxi and E-Scooter Collide on Flatbush Avenue▸Oct 1 - A taxi and an e-scooter crashed head-on on Flatbush Avenue. The e-scooter driver, 42, was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries and bruises. Both vehicles hit center front ends. The scooter rider was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured after a collision with a taxi on Flatbush Avenue. The e-scooter driver was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a shoulder and upper arm injury along with contusions. The taxi was traveling east, and the e-scooter south, both going straight ahead before impact. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle properly. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the e-scooter driver but does not specify any driver errors or helmet use. The crash resulted in significant injury to the vulnerable e-scooter rider.
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Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Left-Turn Crash▸Sep 29 - A pedestrian crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The man suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The vehicle showed no damage.
According to the police report, a male pedestrian was injured while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Lafayette Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2014 SUV, traveling north and making a left turn, struck him with its left front bumper. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle, occupied by two licensed drivers, showed no damage. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
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Sedans Crash on Flatbush Avenue Extension▸Sep 24 - Two sedans struck left sides in Brooklyn. A front-seat passenger suffered head and internal injuries. She stayed conscious. Metal twisted. No driver errors listed. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension in Brooklyn. The crash involved the left front bumper of one sedan and the left rear bumper of another. A 44-year-old woman riding as a front-seat passenger was injured, suffering a head wound and internal complaints. She remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles were damaged on their left sides. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Elderly Pedestrian Struck by Distracted SUV Driver▸Sep 19 - SUV hit 82-year-old woman crossing Bridge Street with the signal. Driver turned left, distracted. She suffered concussion, full-body injuries, shock. No damage to vehicle. Impact left her hurt and shaken.
According to the police report, an 82-year-old woman was crossing Bridge Street with the signal in Brooklyn when a 2023 Honda SUV struck her during a left turn. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered a concussion, injuries to her entire body, and shock. The SUV showed no damage, with impact at the left front quarter panel. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash underscores the risk distracted drivers pose to pedestrians, even when they follow traffic signals.
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Gounardes Demands Safety Boosting Reckless Driver Accountability Measures▸Sep 19 - A repeat offender killed Xia Ying Chen, 66, in Bath Beach. Senator Gounardes called for tougher laws and real consequences for reckless drivers. He slammed weak enforcement. Streets remain deadly. Calls for redesign and accountability echo. The system failed again.
On September 19, 2023, after a deadly crash in Bath Beach, State Senator Andrew Gounardes demanded action. The driver, Faheem Shabazz, had a record of speeding violations. Gounardes, a safe streets advocate, said, 'That's really what this conversation should be about—how are we holding people accountable when they have violations to their record and zero consequences for it.' He supports lowering speed limits and tougher penalties but stressed that enforcement is lacking. Senator Iwen Chu urged the NYC DOT to study the area for safety upgrades, stating, 'We must recognize that our streets need to be designed with safety in mind.' The DOT is reviewing the intersection. The call is clear: repeat offenders face little consequence, and street design still puts pedestrians at risk.
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‘A real damn shame’: After grandmother killed in Bath Beach crash, pol says reckless drivers must be held accountable,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-09-19
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Gounardes Opposes DOT Ignoring Temporary Bike Lane Law▸Sep 18 - DOT stripped protected bike lanes from Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue. Cyclists now dodge cars and illegal parking. Elected officials and advocates demand action. DOT cites traffic, but danger grows. Pedestrians lose safe crossings. The agency stays silent. Streets stay deadly.
On September 18, 2023, a coalition of elected officials and advocates called out the Department of Transportation for removing protected bike lanes on Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue during construction. The matter, described as 'DOT continues to ignore dangers it created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,' centers on DOT’s decision to replace bike lanes with a second car lane, violating a city law that requires temporary bike lanes during such work. Council Members Lincoln Restler, Alexa Aviles, Shahana Hanif, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, Borough President Antonio Reynoso, and groups like Bike New York and Transportation Alternatives sent a letter demanding the bike lane’s return and physical barriers to stop illegal parking on pedestrian islands. The letter urges DOT to 'ensure curb lanes be preserved for safe cyclist passage' and to 'deploy quick-build physical elements' for pedestrian safety. DOT has not responded. Cyclists and pedestrians remain at risk.
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DOT Continues to Ignore Dangers it Created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
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Gounardes Supports DOT Transparency on Dangerous Vehicle Program▸Sep 18 - Council waits. DOT stalls. The Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program limps toward expiration. Thousands of reckless drivers dodge consequences. Few take the safety course. Council members call for answers, action, and stronger laws. Vulnerable New Yorkers remain exposed.
On September 18, 2023, the City Council reviewed the Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program (DVAP), which is set to expire on October 26. The Transportation Committee, led by Chair Selvena Brooks-Powers, pressed the Department of Transportation (DOT) for a final report on the program’s effectiveness. The bill required drivers with 15 speed-camera or five red-light tickets in a year to take a safety course or risk vehicle seizure. Council Member Shahana Hanif voiced disappointment, noting, 'We need to not only reauthorize this program, but strengthen it.' Despite over 34,000 drivers meeting the threshold in the last year, only about 1,200 took the course in three years. DOT has not explained the reporting delay or provided outcome data. The lack of enforcement leaves dangerous drivers on the road and vulnerable road users at risk.
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Council Needs Info from DOT So it Can Rescue (or Ignore) Fading ‘Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
18
Jo Anne Simon Demands Safety Boosting Protected Bike Lanes Restored▸Sep 18 - DOT stripped protected bike lanes from Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue. Cyclists now dodge cars and illegal parking. Elected officials and advocates demand action. DOT cites traffic, but danger grows. Pedestrians lose safe crossings. The agency stays silent. Streets stay deadly.
On September 18, 2023, a coalition of elected officials and advocates called out the Department of Transportation for removing protected bike lanes on Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue during construction. The matter, described as 'DOT continues to ignore dangers it created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,' centers on DOT’s decision to replace bike lanes with a second car lane, violating a city law that requires temporary bike lanes during such work. Council Members Lincoln Restler, Alexa Aviles, Shahana Hanif, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, Borough President Antonio Reynoso, and groups like Bike New York and Transportation Alternatives sent a letter demanding the bike lane’s return and physical barriers to stop illegal parking on pedestrian islands. The letter urges DOT to 'ensure curb lanes be preserved for safe cyclist passage' and to 'deploy quick-build physical elements' for pedestrian safety. DOT has not responded. Cyclists and pedestrians remain at risk.
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DOT Continues to Ignore Dangers it Created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
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Three Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Sep 14 - Three sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver and two passengers suffered injuries including head, neck, and full-body trauma. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. All occupants experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, three sedans traveling east on Atlantic Avenue collided. The lead vehicle was stopped in traffic when the second vehicle, also stopped, was struck from behind by a third sedan. The crash injured three occupants: a 54-year-old male driver with head injuries, and two female passengers aged 80 and 76 with neck and full-body injuries. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. None of the occupants were ejected or wearing safety equipment. The injured suffered shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The collision caused center back-end and front-end damage to the vehicles involved.
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Sedan Turns Right, Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Sep 11 - A sedan making a right turn hit a 27-year-old male e-bike rider going straight on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a neck contusion and bruising. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Hoyt Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike rider traveling west straight ahead. The 27-year-old male cyclist was injured, sustaining a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike but was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, as was the e-bike's. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
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Gounardes Opposes Misleading MTA R Train Service Claims▸Sep 7 - MTA promised faster R trains in Brooklyn. Riders waited up to 16 minutes. Senator Gounardes called out the agency for misleading the public. Track work on another line delayed improvements. Riders left stranded. Trust broken. Transparency demanded.
On September 7, 2023, the MTA faced backlash for failing to deliver on its pledge of eight-minute weekday headways for the R train in southern Brooklyn. The issue, reported by State Senator Andrew Gounardes, surfaced after riders complained of waits as long as 16 minutes. The MTA had announced service upgrades, but later changed its press release, citing F line track work as the cause for delay—work unrelated to the R train. Gounardes, who fought for MTA funding in Albany, accused the agency of misrepresenting the improvements, saying, 'I’m shocked and frustrated that the MTA would misrepresent these service upgrades to the riding public.' Transit advocates like Danny Pearlstein of Riders Alliance echoed calls for honesty: 'Public transit shouldn’t be a rollercoaster of mismatched expectations.' The incident has strained relations between the MTA and its legislative supporters, highlighting the need for transparency and reliability in transit service.
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MTA ‘Bungles’ Increased R Train Service Promise,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-07
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Sedan Hits E-Bike on Tillary Street▸Sep 4 - A sedan turning right struck an e-bike rider on Tillary Street. The cyclist, a 32-year-old man, suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The impact hit the bike’s right side doors. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Tillary Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike traveling west. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the e-bike’s right side doors. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, only unspecified factors. The sedan driver was licensed and making a right turn. The collision caused damage to both vehicles. No ejection occurred.
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Chain Collision Injures Elderly Driver on Adams Street▸Sep 1 - Three cars slammed together near Brooklyn Bridge. A 74-year-old man in a sedan took the worst of it. Neck pain and whiplash. Police blamed drivers for following too close. Metal crumpled, lives jarred.
According to the police report, three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Adams Street at the Brooklyn Bridge. The 74-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Police listed "Following Too Closely" as the main cause. The crash sequence left front and rear damage on the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain reaction. The injured driver was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported. The report underscores the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
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SUV Lane Change Hits E-Bike in Brooklyn▸Aug 20 - A 19-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a 2006 SUV on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV changed lanes improperly, striking the e-bike’s front center. The cyclist suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male bicyclist riding an e-bike eastbound on Atlantic Avenue was struck by a 2006 Subaru SUV also traveling eastbound. The SUV was changing lanes when it hit the e-bike’s center front end, impacting the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver’s lane change caused the crash. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. No other contributing factors were specified.
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Taxi Hits E-Scooter in Brooklyn Collision▸Aug 20 - A taxi struck an e-scooter rider on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and concussion. The taxi driver slowed before impact. Unsafe lane changing and driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi and an e-scooter collided on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, was injured with a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The taxi driver was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The report lists unsafe lane changing and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The taxi struck the e-scooter on its right rear bumper, while the scooter was hit at its center front end. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe lane changes in mixed traffic environments.
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SUV Turns Right Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Aug 19 - An SUV making a right turn hit a northbound e-bike on Bond Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV was making a right turn on Bond Street when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV struck the e-bike at its center front end, impacting the SUV's right rear quarter panel. The e-bike rider was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and female. The crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driving in Brooklyn streets.
Oct 2 - A 34-year-old male bicyclist struck the left side doors of a parked van on Nevins Street. The cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The crash involved driver distraction and inattention.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist traveling north collided with the left side doors of a parked 2014 van on Nevins Street. The bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the impact. The van was stationary at the time of collision, and the bicyclist was riding without safety equipment. The van sustained damage to its left side doors, and the bike was damaged at its center front end.
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Taxi and E-Scooter Collide on Flatbush Avenue▸Oct 1 - A taxi and an e-scooter crashed head-on on Flatbush Avenue. The e-scooter driver, 42, was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries and bruises. Both vehicles hit center front ends. The scooter rider was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured after a collision with a taxi on Flatbush Avenue. The e-scooter driver was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a shoulder and upper arm injury along with contusions. The taxi was traveling east, and the e-scooter south, both going straight ahead before impact. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle properly. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the e-scooter driver but does not specify any driver errors or helmet use. The crash resulted in significant injury to the vulnerable e-scooter rider.
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Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Left-Turn Crash▸Sep 29 - A pedestrian crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The man suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The vehicle showed no damage.
According to the police report, a male pedestrian was injured while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Lafayette Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2014 SUV, traveling north and making a left turn, struck him with its left front bumper. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle, occupied by two licensed drivers, showed no damage. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
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Sedans Crash on Flatbush Avenue Extension▸Sep 24 - Two sedans struck left sides in Brooklyn. A front-seat passenger suffered head and internal injuries. She stayed conscious. Metal twisted. No driver errors listed. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension in Brooklyn. The crash involved the left front bumper of one sedan and the left rear bumper of another. A 44-year-old woman riding as a front-seat passenger was injured, suffering a head wound and internal complaints. She remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles were damaged on their left sides. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Elderly Pedestrian Struck by Distracted SUV Driver▸Sep 19 - SUV hit 82-year-old woman crossing Bridge Street with the signal. Driver turned left, distracted. She suffered concussion, full-body injuries, shock. No damage to vehicle. Impact left her hurt and shaken.
According to the police report, an 82-year-old woman was crossing Bridge Street with the signal in Brooklyn when a 2023 Honda SUV struck her during a left turn. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered a concussion, injuries to her entire body, and shock. The SUV showed no damage, with impact at the left front quarter panel. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash underscores the risk distracted drivers pose to pedestrians, even when they follow traffic signals.
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Gounardes Demands Safety Boosting Reckless Driver Accountability Measures▸Sep 19 - A repeat offender killed Xia Ying Chen, 66, in Bath Beach. Senator Gounardes called for tougher laws and real consequences for reckless drivers. He slammed weak enforcement. Streets remain deadly. Calls for redesign and accountability echo. The system failed again.
On September 19, 2023, after a deadly crash in Bath Beach, State Senator Andrew Gounardes demanded action. The driver, Faheem Shabazz, had a record of speeding violations. Gounardes, a safe streets advocate, said, 'That's really what this conversation should be about—how are we holding people accountable when they have violations to their record and zero consequences for it.' He supports lowering speed limits and tougher penalties but stressed that enforcement is lacking. Senator Iwen Chu urged the NYC DOT to study the area for safety upgrades, stating, 'We must recognize that our streets need to be designed with safety in mind.' The DOT is reviewing the intersection. The call is clear: repeat offenders face little consequence, and street design still puts pedestrians at risk.
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‘A real damn shame’: After grandmother killed in Bath Beach crash, pol says reckless drivers must be held accountable,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-09-19
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Gounardes Opposes DOT Ignoring Temporary Bike Lane Law▸Sep 18 - DOT stripped protected bike lanes from Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue. Cyclists now dodge cars and illegal parking. Elected officials and advocates demand action. DOT cites traffic, but danger grows. Pedestrians lose safe crossings. The agency stays silent. Streets stay deadly.
On September 18, 2023, a coalition of elected officials and advocates called out the Department of Transportation for removing protected bike lanes on Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue during construction. The matter, described as 'DOT continues to ignore dangers it created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,' centers on DOT’s decision to replace bike lanes with a second car lane, violating a city law that requires temporary bike lanes during such work. Council Members Lincoln Restler, Alexa Aviles, Shahana Hanif, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, Borough President Antonio Reynoso, and groups like Bike New York and Transportation Alternatives sent a letter demanding the bike lane’s return and physical barriers to stop illegal parking on pedestrian islands. The letter urges DOT to 'ensure curb lanes be preserved for safe cyclist passage' and to 'deploy quick-build physical elements' for pedestrian safety. DOT has not responded. Cyclists and pedestrians remain at risk.
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DOT Continues to Ignore Dangers it Created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
18
Gounardes Supports DOT Transparency on Dangerous Vehicle Program▸Sep 18 - Council waits. DOT stalls. The Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program limps toward expiration. Thousands of reckless drivers dodge consequences. Few take the safety course. Council members call for answers, action, and stronger laws. Vulnerable New Yorkers remain exposed.
On September 18, 2023, the City Council reviewed the Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program (DVAP), which is set to expire on October 26. The Transportation Committee, led by Chair Selvena Brooks-Powers, pressed the Department of Transportation (DOT) for a final report on the program’s effectiveness. The bill required drivers with 15 speed-camera or five red-light tickets in a year to take a safety course or risk vehicle seizure. Council Member Shahana Hanif voiced disappointment, noting, 'We need to not only reauthorize this program, but strengthen it.' Despite over 34,000 drivers meeting the threshold in the last year, only about 1,200 took the course in three years. DOT has not explained the reporting delay or provided outcome data. The lack of enforcement leaves dangerous drivers on the road and vulnerable road users at risk.
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Council Needs Info from DOT So it Can Rescue (or Ignore) Fading ‘Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
18
Jo Anne Simon Demands Safety Boosting Protected Bike Lanes Restored▸Sep 18 - DOT stripped protected bike lanes from Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue. Cyclists now dodge cars and illegal parking. Elected officials and advocates demand action. DOT cites traffic, but danger grows. Pedestrians lose safe crossings. The agency stays silent. Streets stay deadly.
On September 18, 2023, a coalition of elected officials and advocates called out the Department of Transportation for removing protected bike lanes on Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue during construction. The matter, described as 'DOT continues to ignore dangers it created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,' centers on DOT’s decision to replace bike lanes with a second car lane, violating a city law that requires temporary bike lanes during such work. Council Members Lincoln Restler, Alexa Aviles, Shahana Hanif, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, Borough President Antonio Reynoso, and groups like Bike New York and Transportation Alternatives sent a letter demanding the bike lane’s return and physical barriers to stop illegal parking on pedestrian islands. The letter urges DOT to 'ensure curb lanes be preserved for safe cyclist passage' and to 'deploy quick-build physical elements' for pedestrian safety. DOT has not responded. Cyclists and pedestrians remain at risk.
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DOT Continues to Ignore Dangers it Created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
14
Three Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Sep 14 - Three sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver and two passengers suffered injuries including head, neck, and full-body trauma. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. All occupants experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, three sedans traveling east on Atlantic Avenue collided. The lead vehicle was stopped in traffic when the second vehicle, also stopped, was struck from behind by a third sedan. The crash injured three occupants: a 54-year-old male driver with head injuries, and two female passengers aged 80 and 76 with neck and full-body injuries. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. None of the occupants were ejected or wearing safety equipment. The injured suffered shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The collision caused center back-end and front-end damage to the vehicles involved.
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Sedan Turns Right, Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Sep 11 - A sedan making a right turn hit a 27-year-old male e-bike rider going straight on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a neck contusion and bruising. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Hoyt Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike rider traveling west straight ahead. The 27-year-old male cyclist was injured, sustaining a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike but was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, as was the e-bike's. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
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Gounardes Opposes Misleading MTA R Train Service Claims▸Sep 7 - MTA promised faster R trains in Brooklyn. Riders waited up to 16 minutes. Senator Gounardes called out the agency for misleading the public. Track work on another line delayed improvements. Riders left stranded. Trust broken. Transparency demanded.
On September 7, 2023, the MTA faced backlash for failing to deliver on its pledge of eight-minute weekday headways for the R train in southern Brooklyn. The issue, reported by State Senator Andrew Gounardes, surfaced after riders complained of waits as long as 16 minutes. The MTA had announced service upgrades, but later changed its press release, citing F line track work as the cause for delay—work unrelated to the R train. Gounardes, who fought for MTA funding in Albany, accused the agency of misrepresenting the improvements, saying, 'I’m shocked and frustrated that the MTA would misrepresent these service upgrades to the riding public.' Transit advocates like Danny Pearlstein of Riders Alliance echoed calls for honesty: 'Public transit shouldn’t be a rollercoaster of mismatched expectations.' The incident has strained relations between the MTA and its legislative supporters, highlighting the need for transparency and reliability in transit service.
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MTA ‘Bungles’ Increased R Train Service Promise,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-07
4
Sedan Hits E-Bike on Tillary Street▸Sep 4 - A sedan turning right struck an e-bike rider on Tillary Street. The cyclist, a 32-year-old man, suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The impact hit the bike’s right side doors. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Tillary Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike traveling west. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the e-bike’s right side doors. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, only unspecified factors. The sedan driver was licensed and making a right turn. The collision caused damage to both vehicles. No ejection occurred.
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Chain Collision Injures Elderly Driver on Adams Street▸Sep 1 - Three cars slammed together near Brooklyn Bridge. A 74-year-old man in a sedan took the worst of it. Neck pain and whiplash. Police blamed drivers for following too close. Metal crumpled, lives jarred.
According to the police report, three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Adams Street at the Brooklyn Bridge. The 74-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Police listed "Following Too Closely" as the main cause. The crash sequence left front and rear damage on the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain reaction. The injured driver was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported. The report underscores the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
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SUV Lane Change Hits E-Bike in Brooklyn▸Aug 20 - A 19-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a 2006 SUV on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV changed lanes improperly, striking the e-bike’s front center. The cyclist suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male bicyclist riding an e-bike eastbound on Atlantic Avenue was struck by a 2006 Subaru SUV also traveling eastbound. The SUV was changing lanes when it hit the e-bike’s center front end, impacting the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver’s lane change caused the crash. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. No other contributing factors were specified.
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Taxi Hits E-Scooter in Brooklyn Collision▸Aug 20 - A taxi struck an e-scooter rider on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and concussion. The taxi driver slowed before impact. Unsafe lane changing and driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi and an e-scooter collided on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, was injured with a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The taxi driver was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The report lists unsafe lane changing and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The taxi struck the e-scooter on its right rear bumper, while the scooter was hit at its center front end. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe lane changes in mixed traffic environments.
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SUV Turns Right Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Aug 19 - An SUV making a right turn hit a northbound e-bike on Bond Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV was making a right turn on Bond Street when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV struck the e-bike at its center front end, impacting the SUV's right rear quarter panel. The e-bike rider was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and female. The crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driving in Brooklyn streets.
Oct 1 - A taxi and an e-scooter crashed head-on on Flatbush Avenue. The e-scooter driver, 42, was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries and bruises. Both vehicles hit center front ends. The scooter rider was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured after a collision with a taxi on Flatbush Avenue. The e-scooter driver was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a shoulder and upper arm injury along with contusions. The taxi was traveling east, and the e-scooter south, both going straight ahead before impact. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle properly. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the e-scooter driver but does not specify any driver errors or helmet use. The crash resulted in significant injury to the vulnerable e-scooter rider.
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Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Left-Turn Crash▸Sep 29 - A pedestrian crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The man suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The vehicle showed no damage.
According to the police report, a male pedestrian was injured while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Lafayette Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2014 SUV, traveling north and making a left turn, struck him with its left front bumper. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle, occupied by two licensed drivers, showed no damage. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
24
Sedans Crash on Flatbush Avenue Extension▸Sep 24 - Two sedans struck left sides in Brooklyn. A front-seat passenger suffered head and internal injuries. She stayed conscious. Metal twisted. No driver errors listed. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension in Brooklyn. The crash involved the left front bumper of one sedan and the left rear bumper of another. A 44-year-old woman riding as a front-seat passenger was injured, suffering a head wound and internal complaints. She remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles were damaged on their left sides. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
19
Elderly Pedestrian Struck by Distracted SUV Driver▸Sep 19 - SUV hit 82-year-old woman crossing Bridge Street with the signal. Driver turned left, distracted. She suffered concussion, full-body injuries, shock. No damage to vehicle. Impact left her hurt and shaken.
According to the police report, an 82-year-old woman was crossing Bridge Street with the signal in Brooklyn when a 2023 Honda SUV struck her during a left turn. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered a concussion, injuries to her entire body, and shock. The SUV showed no damage, with impact at the left front quarter panel. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash underscores the risk distracted drivers pose to pedestrians, even when they follow traffic signals.
19
Gounardes Demands Safety Boosting Reckless Driver Accountability Measures▸Sep 19 - A repeat offender killed Xia Ying Chen, 66, in Bath Beach. Senator Gounardes called for tougher laws and real consequences for reckless drivers. He slammed weak enforcement. Streets remain deadly. Calls for redesign and accountability echo. The system failed again.
On September 19, 2023, after a deadly crash in Bath Beach, State Senator Andrew Gounardes demanded action. The driver, Faheem Shabazz, had a record of speeding violations. Gounardes, a safe streets advocate, said, 'That's really what this conversation should be about—how are we holding people accountable when they have violations to their record and zero consequences for it.' He supports lowering speed limits and tougher penalties but stressed that enforcement is lacking. Senator Iwen Chu urged the NYC DOT to study the area for safety upgrades, stating, 'We must recognize that our streets need to be designed with safety in mind.' The DOT is reviewing the intersection. The call is clear: repeat offenders face little consequence, and street design still puts pedestrians at risk.
-
‘A real damn shame’: After grandmother killed in Bath Beach crash, pol says reckless drivers must be held accountable,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-09-19
18
Gounardes Opposes DOT Ignoring Temporary Bike Lane Law▸Sep 18 - DOT stripped protected bike lanes from Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue. Cyclists now dodge cars and illegal parking. Elected officials and advocates demand action. DOT cites traffic, but danger grows. Pedestrians lose safe crossings. The agency stays silent. Streets stay deadly.
On September 18, 2023, a coalition of elected officials and advocates called out the Department of Transportation for removing protected bike lanes on Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue during construction. The matter, described as 'DOT continues to ignore dangers it created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,' centers on DOT’s decision to replace bike lanes with a second car lane, violating a city law that requires temporary bike lanes during such work. Council Members Lincoln Restler, Alexa Aviles, Shahana Hanif, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, Borough President Antonio Reynoso, and groups like Bike New York and Transportation Alternatives sent a letter demanding the bike lane’s return and physical barriers to stop illegal parking on pedestrian islands. The letter urges DOT to 'ensure curb lanes be preserved for safe cyclist passage' and to 'deploy quick-build physical elements' for pedestrian safety. DOT has not responded. Cyclists and pedestrians remain at risk.
-
DOT Continues to Ignore Dangers it Created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
18
Gounardes Supports DOT Transparency on Dangerous Vehicle Program▸Sep 18 - Council waits. DOT stalls. The Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program limps toward expiration. Thousands of reckless drivers dodge consequences. Few take the safety course. Council members call for answers, action, and stronger laws. Vulnerable New Yorkers remain exposed.
On September 18, 2023, the City Council reviewed the Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program (DVAP), which is set to expire on October 26. The Transportation Committee, led by Chair Selvena Brooks-Powers, pressed the Department of Transportation (DOT) for a final report on the program’s effectiveness. The bill required drivers with 15 speed-camera or five red-light tickets in a year to take a safety course or risk vehicle seizure. Council Member Shahana Hanif voiced disappointment, noting, 'We need to not only reauthorize this program, but strengthen it.' Despite over 34,000 drivers meeting the threshold in the last year, only about 1,200 took the course in three years. DOT has not explained the reporting delay or provided outcome data. The lack of enforcement leaves dangerous drivers on the road and vulnerable road users at risk.
-
Council Needs Info from DOT So it Can Rescue (or Ignore) Fading ‘Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
18
Jo Anne Simon Demands Safety Boosting Protected Bike Lanes Restored▸Sep 18 - DOT stripped protected bike lanes from Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue. Cyclists now dodge cars and illegal parking. Elected officials and advocates demand action. DOT cites traffic, but danger grows. Pedestrians lose safe crossings. The agency stays silent. Streets stay deadly.
On September 18, 2023, a coalition of elected officials and advocates called out the Department of Transportation for removing protected bike lanes on Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue during construction. The matter, described as 'DOT continues to ignore dangers it created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,' centers on DOT’s decision to replace bike lanes with a second car lane, violating a city law that requires temporary bike lanes during such work. Council Members Lincoln Restler, Alexa Aviles, Shahana Hanif, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, Borough President Antonio Reynoso, and groups like Bike New York and Transportation Alternatives sent a letter demanding the bike lane’s return and physical barriers to stop illegal parking on pedestrian islands. The letter urges DOT to 'ensure curb lanes be preserved for safe cyclist passage' and to 'deploy quick-build physical elements' for pedestrian safety. DOT has not responded. Cyclists and pedestrians remain at risk.
-
DOT Continues to Ignore Dangers it Created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
14
Three Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Sep 14 - Three sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver and two passengers suffered injuries including head, neck, and full-body trauma. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. All occupants experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, three sedans traveling east on Atlantic Avenue collided. The lead vehicle was stopped in traffic when the second vehicle, also stopped, was struck from behind by a third sedan. The crash injured three occupants: a 54-year-old male driver with head injuries, and two female passengers aged 80 and 76 with neck and full-body injuries. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. None of the occupants were ejected or wearing safety equipment. The injured suffered shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The collision caused center back-end and front-end damage to the vehicles involved.
11
Sedan Turns Right, Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Sep 11 - A sedan making a right turn hit a 27-year-old male e-bike rider going straight on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a neck contusion and bruising. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Hoyt Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike rider traveling west straight ahead. The 27-year-old male cyclist was injured, sustaining a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike but was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, as was the e-bike's. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
7
Gounardes Opposes Misleading MTA R Train Service Claims▸Sep 7 - MTA promised faster R trains in Brooklyn. Riders waited up to 16 minutes. Senator Gounardes called out the agency for misleading the public. Track work on another line delayed improvements. Riders left stranded. Trust broken. Transparency demanded.
On September 7, 2023, the MTA faced backlash for failing to deliver on its pledge of eight-minute weekday headways for the R train in southern Brooklyn. The issue, reported by State Senator Andrew Gounardes, surfaced after riders complained of waits as long as 16 minutes. The MTA had announced service upgrades, but later changed its press release, citing F line track work as the cause for delay—work unrelated to the R train. Gounardes, who fought for MTA funding in Albany, accused the agency of misrepresenting the improvements, saying, 'I’m shocked and frustrated that the MTA would misrepresent these service upgrades to the riding public.' Transit advocates like Danny Pearlstein of Riders Alliance echoed calls for honesty: 'Public transit shouldn’t be a rollercoaster of mismatched expectations.' The incident has strained relations between the MTA and its legislative supporters, highlighting the need for transparency and reliability in transit service.
-
MTA ‘Bungles’ Increased R Train Service Promise,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-07
4
Sedan Hits E-Bike on Tillary Street▸Sep 4 - A sedan turning right struck an e-bike rider on Tillary Street. The cyclist, a 32-year-old man, suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The impact hit the bike’s right side doors. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Tillary Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike traveling west. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the e-bike’s right side doors. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, only unspecified factors. The sedan driver was licensed and making a right turn. The collision caused damage to both vehicles. No ejection occurred.
1
Chain Collision Injures Elderly Driver on Adams Street▸Sep 1 - Three cars slammed together near Brooklyn Bridge. A 74-year-old man in a sedan took the worst of it. Neck pain and whiplash. Police blamed drivers for following too close. Metal crumpled, lives jarred.
According to the police report, three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Adams Street at the Brooklyn Bridge. The 74-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Police listed "Following Too Closely" as the main cause. The crash sequence left front and rear damage on the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain reaction. The injured driver was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported. The report underscores the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
20
SUV Lane Change Hits E-Bike in Brooklyn▸Aug 20 - A 19-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a 2006 SUV on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV changed lanes improperly, striking the e-bike’s front center. The cyclist suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male bicyclist riding an e-bike eastbound on Atlantic Avenue was struck by a 2006 Subaru SUV also traveling eastbound. The SUV was changing lanes when it hit the e-bike’s center front end, impacting the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver’s lane change caused the crash. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. No other contributing factors were specified.
20
Taxi Hits E-Scooter in Brooklyn Collision▸Aug 20 - A taxi struck an e-scooter rider on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and concussion. The taxi driver slowed before impact. Unsafe lane changing and driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi and an e-scooter collided on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, was injured with a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The taxi driver was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The report lists unsafe lane changing and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The taxi struck the e-scooter on its right rear bumper, while the scooter was hit at its center front end. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe lane changes in mixed traffic environments.
19
SUV Turns Right Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Aug 19 - An SUV making a right turn hit a northbound e-bike on Bond Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV was making a right turn on Bond Street when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV struck the e-bike at its center front end, impacting the SUV's right rear quarter panel. The e-bike rider was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and female. The crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driving in Brooklyn streets.
Sep 29 - A pedestrian crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The man suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The vehicle showed no damage.
According to the police report, a male pedestrian was injured while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Lafayette Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2014 SUV, traveling north and making a left turn, struck him with its left front bumper. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle, occupied by two licensed drivers, showed no damage. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
24
Sedans Crash on Flatbush Avenue Extension▸Sep 24 - Two sedans struck left sides in Brooklyn. A front-seat passenger suffered head and internal injuries. She stayed conscious. Metal twisted. No driver errors listed. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension in Brooklyn. The crash involved the left front bumper of one sedan and the left rear bumper of another. A 44-year-old woman riding as a front-seat passenger was injured, suffering a head wound and internal complaints. She remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles were damaged on their left sides. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
19
Elderly Pedestrian Struck by Distracted SUV Driver▸Sep 19 - SUV hit 82-year-old woman crossing Bridge Street with the signal. Driver turned left, distracted. She suffered concussion, full-body injuries, shock. No damage to vehicle. Impact left her hurt and shaken.
According to the police report, an 82-year-old woman was crossing Bridge Street with the signal in Brooklyn when a 2023 Honda SUV struck her during a left turn. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered a concussion, injuries to her entire body, and shock. The SUV showed no damage, with impact at the left front quarter panel. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash underscores the risk distracted drivers pose to pedestrians, even when they follow traffic signals.
19
Gounardes Demands Safety Boosting Reckless Driver Accountability Measures▸Sep 19 - A repeat offender killed Xia Ying Chen, 66, in Bath Beach. Senator Gounardes called for tougher laws and real consequences for reckless drivers. He slammed weak enforcement. Streets remain deadly. Calls for redesign and accountability echo. The system failed again.
On September 19, 2023, after a deadly crash in Bath Beach, State Senator Andrew Gounardes demanded action. The driver, Faheem Shabazz, had a record of speeding violations. Gounardes, a safe streets advocate, said, 'That's really what this conversation should be about—how are we holding people accountable when they have violations to their record and zero consequences for it.' He supports lowering speed limits and tougher penalties but stressed that enforcement is lacking. Senator Iwen Chu urged the NYC DOT to study the area for safety upgrades, stating, 'We must recognize that our streets need to be designed with safety in mind.' The DOT is reviewing the intersection. The call is clear: repeat offenders face little consequence, and street design still puts pedestrians at risk.
-
‘A real damn shame’: After grandmother killed in Bath Beach crash, pol says reckless drivers must be held accountable,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-09-19
18
Gounardes Opposes DOT Ignoring Temporary Bike Lane Law▸Sep 18 - DOT stripped protected bike lanes from Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue. Cyclists now dodge cars and illegal parking. Elected officials and advocates demand action. DOT cites traffic, but danger grows. Pedestrians lose safe crossings. The agency stays silent. Streets stay deadly.
On September 18, 2023, a coalition of elected officials and advocates called out the Department of Transportation for removing protected bike lanes on Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue during construction. The matter, described as 'DOT continues to ignore dangers it created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,' centers on DOT’s decision to replace bike lanes with a second car lane, violating a city law that requires temporary bike lanes during such work. Council Members Lincoln Restler, Alexa Aviles, Shahana Hanif, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, Borough President Antonio Reynoso, and groups like Bike New York and Transportation Alternatives sent a letter demanding the bike lane’s return and physical barriers to stop illegal parking on pedestrian islands. The letter urges DOT to 'ensure curb lanes be preserved for safe cyclist passage' and to 'deploy quick-build physical elements' for pedestrian safety. DOT has not responded. Cyclists and pedestrians remain at risk.
-
DOT Continues to Ignore Dangers it Created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
18
Gounardes Supports DOT Transparency on Dangerous Vehicle Program▸Sep 18 - Council waits. DOT stalls. The Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program limps toward expiration. Thousands of reckless drivers dodge consequences. Few take the safety course. Council members call for answers, action, and stronger laws. Vulnerable New Yorkers remain exposed.
On September 18, 2023, the City Council reviewed the Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program (DVAP), which is set to expire on October 26. The Transportation Committee, led by Chair Selvena Brooks-Powers, pressed the Department of Transportation (DOT) for a final report on the program’s effectiveness. The bill required drivers with 15 speed-camera or five red-light tickets in a year to take a safety course or risk vehicle seizure. Council Member Shahana Hanif voiced disappointment, noting, 'We need to not only reauthorize this program, but strengthen it.' Despite over 34,000 drivers meeting the threshold in the last year, only about 1,200 took the course in three years. DOT has not explained the reporting delay or provided outcome data. The lack of enforcement leaves dangerous drivers on the road and vulnerable road users at risk.
-
Council Needs Info from DOT So it Can Rescue (or Ignore) Fading ‘Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
18
Jo Anne Simon Demands Safety Boosting Protected Bike Lanes Restored▸Sep 18 - DOT stripped protected bike lanes from Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue. Cyclists now dodge cars and illegal parking. Elected officials and advocates demand action. DOT cites traffic, but danger grows. Pedestrians lose safe crossings. The agency stays silent. Streets stay deadly.
On September 18, 2023, a coalition of elected officials and advocates called out the Department of Transportation for removing protected bike lanes on Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue during construction. The matter, described as 'DOT continues to ignore dangers it created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,' centers on DOT’s decision to replace bike lanes with a second car lane, violating a city law that requires temporary bike lanes during such work. Council Members Lincoln Restler, Alexa Aviles, Shahana Hanif, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, Borough President Antonio Reynoso, and groups like Bike New York and Transportation Alternatives sent a letter demanding the bike lane’s return and physical barriers to stop illegal parking on pedestrian islands. The letter urges DOT to 'ensure curb lanes be preserved for safe cyclist passage' and to 'deploy quick-build physical elements' for pedestrian safety. DOT has not responded. Cyclists and pedestrians remain at risk.
-
DOT Continues to Ignore Dangers it Created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
14
Three Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Sep 14 - Three sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver and two passengers suffered injuries including head, neck, and full-body trauma. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. All occupants experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, three sedans traveling east on Atlantic Avenue collided. The lead vehicle was stopped in traffic when the second vehicle, also stopped, was struck from behind by a third sedan. The crash injured three occupants: a 54-year-old male driver with head injuries, and two female passengers aged 80 and 76 with neck and full-body injuries. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. None of the occupants were ejected or wearing safety equipment. The injured suffered shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The collision caused center back-end and front-end damage to the vehicles involved.
11
Sedan Turns Right, Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Sep 11 - A sedan making a right turn hit a 27-year-old male e-bike rider going straight on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a neck contusion and bruising. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Hoyt Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike rider traveling west straight ahead. The 27-year-old male cyclist was injured, sustaining a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike but was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, as was the e-bike's. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
7
Gounardes Opposes Misleading MTA R Train Service Claims▸Sep 7 - MTA promised faster R trains in Brooklyn. Riders waited up to 16 minutes. Senator Gounardes called out the agency for misleading the public. Track work on another line delayed improvements. Riders left stranded. Trust broken. Transparency demanded.
On September 7, 2023, the MTA faced backlash for failing to deliver on its pledge of eight-minute weekday headways for the R train in southern Brooklyn. The issue, reported by State Senator Andrew Gounardes, surfaced after riders complained of waits as long as 16 minutes. The MTA had announced service upgrades, but later changed its press release, citing F line track work as the cause for delay—work unrelated to the R train. Gounardes, who fought for MTA funding in Albany, accused the agency of misrepresenting the improvements, saying, 'I’m shocked and frustrated that the MTA would misrepresent these service upgrades to the riding public.' Transit advocates like Danny Pearlstein of Riders Alliance echoed calls for honesty: 'Public transit shouldn’t be a rollercoaster of mismatched expectations.' The incident has strained relations between the MTA and its legislative supporters, highlighting the need for transparency and reliability in transit service.
-
MTA ‘Bungles’ Increased R Train Service Promise,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-07
4
Sedan Hits E-Bike on Tillary Street▸Sep 4 - A sedan turning right struck an e-bike rider on Tillary Street. The cyclist, a 32-year-old man, suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The impact hit the bike’s right side doors. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Tillary Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike traveling west. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the e-bike’s right side doors. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, only unspecified factors. The sedan driver was licensed and making a right turn. The collision caused damage to both vehicles. No ejection occurred.
1
Chain Collision Injures Elderly Driver on Adams Street▸Sep 1 - Three cars slammed together near Brooklyn Bridge. A 74-year-old man in a sedan took the worst of it. Neck pain and whiplash. Police blamed drivers for following too close. Metal crumpled, lives jarred.
According to the police report, three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Adams Street at the Brooklyn Bridge. The 74-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Police listed "Following Too Closely" as the main cause. The crash sequence left front and rear damage on the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain reaction. The injured driver was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported. The report underscores the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
20
SUV Lane Change Hits E-Bike in Brooklyn▸Aug 20 - A 19-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a 2006 SUV on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV changed lanes improperly, striking the e-bike’s front center. The cyclist suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male bicyclist riding an e-bike eastbound on Atlantic Avenue was struck by a 2006 Subaru SUV also traveling eastbound. The SUV was changing lanes when it hit the e-bike’s center front end, impacting the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver’s lane change caused the crash. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. No other contributing factors were specified.
20
Taxi Hits E-Scooter in Brooklyn Collision▸Aug 20 - A taxi struck an e-scooter rider on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and concussion. The taxi driver slowed before impact. Unsafe lane changing and driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi and an e-scooter collided on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, was injured with a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The taxi driver was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The report lists unsafe lane changing and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The taxi struck the e-scooter on its right rear bumper, while the scooter was hit at its center front end. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe lane changes in mixed traffic environments.
19
SUV Turns Right Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Aug 19 - An SUV making a right turn hit a northbound e-bike on Bond Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV was making a right turn on Bond Street when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV struck the e-bike at its center front end, impacting the SUV's right rear quarter panel. The e-bike rider was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and female. The crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driving in Brooklyn streets.
Sep 24 - Two sedans struck left sides in Brooklyn. A front-seat passenger suffered head and internal injuries. She stayed conscious. Metal twisted. No driver errors listed. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension in Brooklyn. The crash involved the left front bumper of one sedan and the left rear bumper of another. A 44-year-old woman riding as a front-seat passenger was injured, suffering a head wound and internal complaints. She remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles were damaged on their left sides. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
19
Elderly Pedestrian Struck by Distracted SUV Driver▸Sep 19 - SUV hit 82-year-old woman crossing Bridge Street with the signal. Driver turned left, distracted. She suffered concussion, full-body injuries, shock. No damage to vehicle. Impact left her hurt and shaken.
According to the police report, an 82-year-old woman was crossing Bridge Street with the signal in Brooklyn when a 2023 Honda SUV struck her during a left turn. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered a concussion, injuries to her entire body, and shock. The SUV showed no damage, with impact at the left front quarter panel. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash underscores the risk distracted drivers pose to pedestrians, even when they follow traffic signals.
19
Gounardes Demands Safety Boosting Reckless Driver Accountability Measures▸Sep 19 - A repeat offender killed Xia Ying Chen, 66, in Bath Beach. Senator Gounardes called for tougher laws and real consequences for reckless drivers. He slammed weak enforcement. Streets remain deadly. Calls for redesign and accountability echo. The system failed again.
On September 19, 2023, after a deadly crash in Bath Beach, State Senator Andrew Gounardes demanded action. The driver, Faheem Shabazz, had a record of speeding violations. Gounardes, a safe streets advocate, said, 'That's really what this conversation should be about—how are we holding people accountable when they have violations to their record and zero consequences for it.' He supports lowering speed limits and tougher penalties but stressed that enforcement is lacking. Senator Iwen Chu urged the NYC DOT to study the area for safety upgrades, stating, 'We must recognize that our streets need to be designed with safety in mind.' The DOT is reviewing the intersection. The call is clear: repeat offenders face little consequence, and street design still puts pedestrians at risk.
-
‘A real damn shame’: After grandmother killed in Bath Beach crash, pol says reckless drivers must be held accountable,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-09-19
18
Gounardes Opposes DOT Ignoring Temporary Bike Lane Law▸Sep 18 - DOT stripped protected bike lanes from Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue. Cyclists now dodge cars and illegal parking. Elected officials and advocates demand action. DOT cites traffic, but danger grows. Pedestrians lose safe crossings. The agency stays silent. Streets stay deadly.
On September 18, 2023, a coalition of elected officials and advocates called out the Department of Transportation for removing protected bike lanes on Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue during construction. The matter, described as 'DOT continues to ignore dangers it created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,' centers on DOT’s decision to replace bike lanes with a second car lane, violating a city law that requires temporary bike lanes during such work. Council Members Lincoln Restler, Alexa Aviles, Shahana Hanif, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, Borough President Antonio Reynoso, and groups like Bike New York and Transportation Alternatives sent a letter demanding the bike lane’s return and physical barriers to stop illegal parking on pedestrian islands. The letter urges DOT to 'ensure curb lanes be preserved for safe cyclist passage' and to 'deploy quick-build physical elements' for pedestrian safety. DOT has not responded. Cyclists and pedestrians remain at risk.
-
DOT Continues to Ignore Dangers it Created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
18
Gounardes Supports DOT Transparency on Dangerous Vehicle Program▸Sep 18 - Council waits. DOT stalls. The Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program limps toward expiration. Thousands of reckless drivers dodge consequences. Few take the safety course. Council members call for answers, action, and stronger laws. Vulnerable New Yorkers remain exposed.
On September 18, 2023, the City Council reviewed the Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program (DVAP), which is set to expire on October 26. The Transportation Committee, led by Chair Selvena Brooks-Powers, pressed the Department of Transportation (DOT) for a final report on the program’s effectiveness. The bill required drivers with 15 speed-camera or five red-light tickets in a year to take a safety course or risk vehicle seizure. Council Member Shahana Hanif voiced disappointment, noting, 'We need to not only reauthorize this program, but strengthen it.' Despite over 34,000 drivers meeting the threshold in the last year, only about 1,200 took the course in three years. DOT has not explained the reporting delay or provided outcome data. The lack of enforcement leaves dangerous drivers on the road and vulnerable road users at risk.
-
Council Needs Info from DOT So it Can Rescue (or Ignore) Fading ‘Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
18
Jo Anne Simon Demands Safety Boosting Protected Bike Lanes Restored▸Sep 18 - DOT stripped protected bike lanes from Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue. Cyclists now dodge cars and illegal parking. Elected officials and advocates demand action. DOT cites traffic, but danger grows. Pedestrians lose safe crossings. The agency stays silent. Streets stay deadly.
On September 18, 2023, a coalition of elected officials and advocates called out the Department of Transportation for removing protected bike lanes on Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue during construction. The matter, described as 'DOT continues to ignore dangers it created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,' centers on DOT’s decision to replace bike lanes with a second car lane, violating a city law that requires temporary bike lanes during such work. Council Members Lincoln Restler, Alexa Aviles, Shahana Hanif, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, Borough President Antonio Reynoso, and groups like Bike New York and Transportation Alternatives sent a letter demanding the bike lane’s return and physical barriers to stop illegal parking on pedestrian islands. The letter urges DOT to 'ensure curb lanes be preserved for safe cyclist passage' and to 'deploy quick-build physical elements' for pedestrian safety. DOT has not responded. Cyclists and pedestrians remain at risk.
-
DOT Continues to Ignore Dangers it Created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
14
Three Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Sep 14 - Three sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver and two passengers suffered injuries including head, neck, and full-body trauma. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. All occupants experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, three sedans traveling east on Atlantic Avenue collided. The lead vehicle was stopped in traffic when the second vehicle, also stopped, was struck from behind by a third sedan. The crash injured three occupants: a 54-year-old male driver with head injuries, and two female passengers aged 80 and 76 with neck and full-body injuries. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. None of the occupants were ejected or wearing safety equipment. The injured suffered shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The collision caused center back-end and front-end damage to the vehicles involved.
11
Sedan Turns Right, Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Sep 11 - A sedan making a right turn hit a 27-year-old male e-bike rider going straight on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a neck contusion and bruising. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Hoyt Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike rider traveling west straight ahead. The 27-year-old male cyclist was injured, sustaining a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike but was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, as was the e-bike's. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
7
Gounardes Opposes Misleading MTA R Train Service Claims▸Sep 7 - MTA promised faster R trains in Brooklyn. Riders waited up to 16 minutes. Senator Gounardes called out the agency for misleading the public. Track work on another line delayed improvements. Riders left stranded. Trust broken. Transparency demanded.
On September 7, 2023, the MTA faced backlash for failing to deliver on its pledge of eight-minute weekday headways for the R train in southern Brooklyn. The issue, reported by State Senator Andrew Gounardes, surfaced after riders complained of waits as long as 16 minutes. The MTA had announced service upgrades, but later changed its press release, citing F line track work as the cause for delay—work unrelated to the R train. Gounardes, who fought for MTA funding in Albany, accused the agency of misrepresenting the improvements, saying, 'I’m shocked and frustrated that the MTA would misrepresent these service upgrades to the riding public.' Transit advocates like Danny Pearlstein of Riders Alliance echoed calls for honesty: 'Public transit shouldn’t be a rollercoaster of mismatched expectations.' The incident has strained relations between the MTA and its legislative supporters, highlighting the need for transparency and reliability in transit service.
-
MTA ‘Bungles’ Increased R Train Service Promise,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-07
4
Sedan Hits E-Bike on Tillary Street▸Sep 4 - A sedan turning right struck an e-bike rider on Tillary Street. The cyclist, a 32-year-old man, suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The impact hit the bike’s right side doors. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Tillary Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike traveling west. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the e-bike’s right side doors. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, only unspecified factors. The sedan driver was licensed and making a right turn. The collision caused damage to both vehicles. No ejection occurred.
1
Chain Collision Injures Elderly Driver on Adams Street▸Sep 1 - Three cars slammed together near Brooklyn Bridge. A 74-year-old man in a sedan took the worst of it. Neck pain and whiplash. Police blamed drivers for following too close. Metal crumpled, lives jarred.
According to the police report, three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Adams Street at the Brooklyn Bridge. The 74-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Police listed "Following Too Closely" as the main cause. The crash sequence left front and rear damage on the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain reaction. The injured driver was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported. The report underscores the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
20
SUV Lane Change Hits E-Bike in Brooklyn▸Aug 20 - A 19-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a 2006 SUV on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV changed lanes improperly, striking the e-bike’s front center. The cyclist suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male bicyclist riding an e-bike eastbound on Atlantic Avenue was struck by a 2006 Subaru SUV also traveling eastbound. The SUV was changing lanes when it hit the e-bike’s center front end, impacting the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver’s lane change caused the crash. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. No other contributing factors were specified.
20
Taxi Hits E-Scooter in Brooklyn Collision▸Aug 20 - A taxi struck an e-scooter rider on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and concussion. The taxi driver slowed before impact. Unsafe lane changing and driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi and an e-scooter collided on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, was injured with a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The taxi driver was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The report lists unsafe lane changing and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The taxi struck the e-scooter on its right rear bumper, while the scooter was hit at its center front end. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe lane changes in mixed traffic environments.
19
SUV Turns Right Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Aug 19 - An SUV making a right turn hit a northbound e-bike on Bond Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV was making a right turn on Bond Street when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV struck the e-bike at its center front end, impacting the SUV's right rear quarter panel. The e-bike rider was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and female. The crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driving in Brooklyn streets.
Sep 19 - SUV hit 82-year-old woman crossing Bridge Street with the signal. Driver turned left, distracted. She suffered concussion, full-body injuries, shock. No damage to vehicle. Impact left her hurt and shaken.
According to the police report, an 82-year-old woman was crossing Bridge Street with the signal in Brooklyn when a 2023 Honda SUV struck her during a left turn. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered a concussion, injuries to her entire body, and shock. The SUV showed no damage, with impact at the left front quarter panel. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash underscores the risk distracted drivers pose to pedestrians, even when they follow traffic signals.
19
Gounardes Demands Safety Boosting Reckless Driver Accountability Measures▸Sep 19 - A repeat offender killed Xia Ying Chen, 66, in Bath Beach. Senator Gounardes called for tougher laws and real consequences for reckless drivers. He slammed weak enforcement. Streets remain deadly. Calls for redesign and accountability echo. The system failed again.
On September 19, 2023, after a deadly crash in Bath Beach, State Senator Andrew Gounardes demanded action. The driver, Faheem Shabazz, had a record of speeding violations. Gounardes, a safe streets advocate, said, 'That's really what this conversation should be about—how are we holding people accountable when they have violations to their record and zero consequences for it.' He supports lowering speed limits and tougher penalties but stressed that enforcement is lacking. Senator Iwen Chu urged the NYC DOT to study the area for safety upgrades, stating, 'We must recognize that our streets need to be designed with safety in mind.' The DOT is reviewing the intersection. The call is clear: repeat offenders face little consequence, and street design still puts pedestrians at risk.
-
‘A real damn shame’: After grandmother killed in Bath Beach crash, pol says reckless drivers must be held accountable,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-09-19
18
Gounardes Opposes DOT Ignoring Temporary Bike Lane Law▸Sep 18 - DOT stripped protected bike lanes from Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue. Cyclists now dodge cars and illegal parking. Elected officials and advocates demand action. DOT cites traffic, but danger grows. Pedestrians lose safe crossings. The agency stays silent. Streets stay deadly.
On September 18, 2023, a coalition of elected officials and advocates called out the Department of Transportation for removing protected bike lanes on Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue during construction. The matter, described as 'DOT continues to ignore dangers it created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,' centers on DOT’s decision to replace bike lanes with a second car lane, violating a city law that requires temporary bike lanes during such work. Council Members Lincoln Restler, Alexa Aviles, Shahana Hanif, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, Borough President Antonio Reynoso, and groups like Bike New York and Transportation Alternatives sent a letter demanding the bike lane’s return and physical barriers to stop illegal parking on pedestrian islands. The letter urges DOT to 'ensure curb lanes be preserved for safe cyclist passage' and to 'deploy quick-build physical elements' for pedestrian safety. DOT has not responded. Cyclists and pedestrians remain at risk.
-
DOT Continues to Ignore Dangers it Created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
18
Gounardes Supports DOT Transparency on Dangerous Vehicle Program▸Sep 18 - Council waits. DOT stalls. The Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program limps toward expiration. Thousands of reckless drivers dodge consequences. Few take the safety course. Council members call for answers, action, and stronger laws. Vulnerable New Yorkers remain exposed.
On September 18, 2023, the City Council reviewed the Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program (DVAP), which is set to expire on October 26. The Transportation Committee, led by Chair Selvena Brooks-Powers, pressed the Department of Transportation (DOT) for a final report on the program’s effectiveness. The bill required drivers with 15 speed-camera or five red-light tickets in a year to take a safety course or risk vehicle seizure. Council Member Shahana Hanif voiced disappointment, noting, 'We need to not only reauthorize this program, but strengthen it.' Despite over 34,000 drivers meeting the threshold in the last year, only about 1,200 took the course in three years. DOT has not explained the reporting delay or provided outcome data. The lack of enforcement leaves dangerous drivers on the road and vulnerable road users at risk.
-
Council Needs Info from DOT So it Can Rescue (or Ignore) Fading ‘Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
18
Jo Anne Simon Demands Safety Boosting Protected Bike Lanes Restored▸Sep 18 - DOT stripped protected bike lanes from Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue. Cyclists now dodge cars and illegal parking. Elected officials and advocates demand action. DOT cites traffic, but danger grows. Pedestrians lose safe crossings. The agency stays silent. Streets stay deadly.
On September 18, 2023, a coalition of elected officials and advocates called out the Department of Transportation for removing protected bike lanes on Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue during construction. The matter, described as 'DOT continues to ignore dangers it created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,' centers on DOT’s decision to replace bike lanes with a second car lane, violating a city law that requires temporary bike lanes during such work. Council Members Lincoln Restler, Alexa Aviles, Shahana Hanif, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, Borough President Antonio Reynoso, and groups like Bike New York and Transportation Alternatives sent a letter demanding the bike lane’s return and physical barriers to stop illegal parking on pedestrian islands. The letter urges DOT to 'ensure curb lanes be preserved for safe cyclist passage' and to 'deploy quick-build physical elements' for pedestrian safety. DOT has not responded. Cyclists and pedestrians remain at risk.
-
DOT Continues to Ignore Dangers it Created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
14
Three Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Sep 14 - Three sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver and two passengers suffered injuries including head, neck, and full-body trauma. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. All occupants experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, three sedans traveling east on Atlantic Avenue collided. The lead vehicle was stopped in traffic when the second vehicle, also stopped, was struck from behind by a third sedan. The crash injured three occupants: a 54-year-old male driver with head injuries, and two female passengers aged 80 and 76 with neck and full-body injuries. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. None of the occupants were ejected or wearing safety equipment. The injured suffered shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The collision caused center back-end and front-end damage to the vehicles involved.
11
Sedan Turns Right, Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Sep 11 - A sedan making a right turn hit a 27-year-old male e-bike rider going straight on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a neck contusion and bruising. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Hoyt Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike rider traveling west straight ahead. The 27-year-old male cyclist was injured, sustaining a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike but was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, as was the e-bike's. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
7
Gounardes Opposes Misleading MTA R Train Service Claims▸Sep 7 - MTA promised faster R trains in Brooklyn. Riders waited up to 16 minutes. Senator Gounardes called out the agency for misleading the public. Track work on another line delayed improvements. Riders left stranded. Trust broken. Transparency demanded.
On September 7, 2023, the MTA faced backlash for failing to deliver on its pledge of eight-minute weekday headways for the R train in southern Brooklyn. The issue, reported by State Senator Andrew Gounardes, surfaced after riders complained of waits as long as 16 minutes. The MTA had announced service upgrades, but later changed its press release, citing F line track work as the cause for delay—work unrelated to the R train. Gounardes, who fought for MTA funding in Albany, accused the agency of misrepresenting the improvements, saying, 'I’m shocked and frustrated that the MTA would misrepresent these service upgrades to the riding public.' Transit advocates like Danny Pearlstein of Riders Alliance echoed calls for honesty: 'Public transit shouldn’t be a rollercoaster of mismatched expectations.' The incident has strained relations between the MTA and its legislative supporters, highlighting the need for transparency and reliability in transit service.
-
MTA ‘Bungles’ Increased R Train Service Promise,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-07
4
Sedan Hits E-Bike on Tillary Street▸Sep 4 - A sedan turning right struck an e-bike rider on Tillary Street. The cyclist, a 32-year-old man, suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The impact hit the bike’s right side doors. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Tillary Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike traveling west. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the e-bike’s right side doors. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, only unspecified factors. The sedan driver was licensed and making a right turn. The collision caused damage to both vehicles. No ejection occurred.
1
Chain Collision Injures Elderly Driver on Adams Street▸Sep 1 - Three cars slammed together near Brooklyn Bridge. A 74-year-old man in a sedan took the worst of it. Neck pain and whiplash. Police blamed drivers for following too close. Metal crumpled, lives jarred.
According to the police report, three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Adams Street at the Brooklyn Bridge. The 74-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Police listed "Following Too Closely" as the main cause. The crash sequence left front and rear damage on the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain reaction. The injured driver was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported. The report underscores the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
20
SUV Lane Change Hits E-Bike in Brooklyn▸Aug 20 - A 19-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a 2006 SUV on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV changed lanes improperly, striking the e-bike’s front center. The cyclist suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male bicyclist riding an e-bike eastbound on Atlantic Avenue was struck by a 2006 Subaru SUV also traveling eastbound. The SUV was changing lanes when it hit the e-bike’s center front end, impacting the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver’s lane change caused the crash. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. No other contributing factors were specified.
20
Taxi Hits E-Scooter in Brooklyn Collision▸Aug 20 - A taxi struck an e-scooter rider on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and concussion. The taxi driver slowed before impact. Unsafe lane changing and driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi and an e-scooter collided on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, was injured with a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The taxi driver was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The report lists unsafe lane changing and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The taxi struck the e-scooter on its right rear bumper, while the scooter was hit at its center front end. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe lane changes in mixed traffic environments.
19
SUV Turns Right Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Aug 19 - An SUV making a right turn hit a northbound e-bike on Bond Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV was making a right turn on Bond Street when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV struck the e-bike at its center front end, impacting the SUV's right rear quarter panel. The e-bike rider was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and female. The crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driving in Brooklyn streets.
Sep 19 - A repeat offender killed Xia Ying Chen, 66, in Bath Beach. Senator Gounardes called for tougher laws and real consequences for reckless drivers. He slammed weak enforcement. Streets remain deadly. Calls for redesign and accountability echo. The system failed again.
On September 19, 2023, after a deadly crash in Bath Beach, State Senator Andrew Gounardes demanded action. The driver, Faheem Shabazz, had a record of speeding violations. Gounardes, a safe streets advocate, said, 'That's really what this conversation should be about—how are we holding people accountable when they have violations to their record and zero consequences for it.' He supports lowering speed limits and tougher penalties but stressed that enforcement is lacking. Senator Iwen Chu urged the NYC DOT to study the area for safety upgrades, stating, 'We must recognize that our streets need to be designed with safety in mind.' The DOT is reviewing the intersection. The call is clear: repeat offenders face little consequence, and street design still puts pedestrians at risk.
- ‘A real damn shame’: After grandmother killed in Bath Beach crash, pol says reckless drivers must be held accountable, brooklynpaper.com, Published 2023-09-19
18
Gounardes Opposes DOT Ignoring Temporary Bike Lane Law▸Sep 18 - DOT stripped protected bike lanes from Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue. Cyclists now dodge cars and illegal parking. Elected officials and advocates demand action. DOT cites traffic, but danger grows. Pedestrians lose safe crossings. The agency stays silent. Streets stay deadly.
On September 18, 2023, a coalition of elected officials and advocates called out the Department of Transportation for removing protected bike lanes on Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue during construction. The matter, described as 'DOT continues to ignore dangers it created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,' centers on DOT’s decision to replace bike lanes with a second car lane, violating a city law that requires temporary bike lanes during such work. Council Members Lincoln Restler, Alexa Aviles, Shahana Hanif, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, Borough President Antonio Reynoso, and groups like Bike New York and Transportation Alternatives sent a letter demanding the bike lane’s return and physical barriers to stop illegal parking on pedestrian islands. The letter urges DOT to 'ensure curb lanes be preserved for safe cyclist passage' and to 'deploy quick-build physical elements' for pedestrian safety. DOT has not responded. Cyclists and pedestrians remain at risk.
-
DOT Continues to Ignore Dangers it Created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
18
Gounardes Supports DOT Transparency on Dangerous Vehicle Program▸Sep 18 - Council waits. DOT stalls. The Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program limps toward expiration. Thousands of reckless drivers dodge consequences. Few take the safety course. Council members call for answers, action, and stronger laws. Vulnerable New Yorkers remain exposed.
On September 18, 2023, the City Council reviewed the Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program (DVAP), which is set to expire on October 26. The Transportation Committee, led by Chair Selvena Brooks-Powers, pressed the Department of Transportation (DOT) for a final report on the program’s effectiveness. The bill required drivers with 15 speed-camera or five red-light tickets in a year to take a safety course or risk vehicle seizure. Council Member Shahana Hanif voiced disappointment, noting, 'We need to not only reauthorize this program, but strengthen it.' Despite over 34,000 drivers meeting the threshold in the last year, only about 1,200 took the course in three years. DOT has not explained the reporting delay or provided outcome data. The lack of enforcement leaves dangerous drivers on the road and vulnerable road users at risk.
-
Council Needs Info from DOT So it Can Rescue (or Ignore) Fading ‘Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
18
Jo Anne Simon Demands Safety Boosting Protected Bike Lanes Restored▸Sep 18 - DOT stripped protected bike lanes from Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue. Cyclists now dodge cars and illegal parking. Elected officials and advocates demand action. DOT cites traffic, but danger grows. Pedestrians lose safe crossings. The agency stays silent. Streets stay deadly.
On September 18, 2023, a coalition of elected officials and advocates called out the Department of Transportation for removing protected bike lanes on Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue during construction. The matter, described as 'DOT continues to ignore dangers it created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,' centers on DOT’s decision to replace bike lanes with a second car lane, violating a city law that requires temporary bike lanes during such work. Council Members Lincoln Restler, Alexa Aviles, Shahana Hanif, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, Borough President Antonio Reynoso, and groups like Bike New York and Transportation Alternatives sent a letter demanding the bike lane’s return and physical barriers to stop illegal parking on pedestrian islands. The letter urges DOT to 'ensure curb lanes be preserved for safe cyclist passage' and to 'deploy quick-build physical elements' for pedestrian safety. DOT has not responded. Cyclists and pedestrians remain at risk.
-
DOT Continues to Ignore Dangers it Created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
14
Three Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Sep 14 - Three sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver and two passengers suffered injuries including head, neck, and full-body trauma. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. All occupants experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, three sedans traveling east on Atlantic Avenue collided. The lead vehicle was stopped in traffic when the second vehicle, also stopped, was struck from behind by a third sedan. The crash injured three occupants: a 54-year-old male driver with head injuries, and two female passengers aged 80 and 76 with neck and full-body injuries. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. None of the occupants were ejected or wearing safety equipment. The injured suffered shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The collision caused center back-end and front-end damage to the vehicles involved.
11
Sedan Turns Right, Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Sep 11 - A sedan making a right turn hit a 27-year-old male e-bike rider going straight on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a neck contusion and bruising. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Hoyt Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike rider traveling west straight ahead. The 27-year-old male cyclist was injured, sustaining a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike but was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, as was the e-bike's. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
7
Gounardes Opposes Misleading MTA R Train Service Claims▸Sep 7 - MTA promised faster R trains in Brooklyn. Riders waited up to 16 minutes. Senator Gounardes called out the agency for misleading the public. Track work on another line delayed improvements. Riders left stranded. Trust broken. Transparency demanded.
On September 7, 2023, the MTA faced backlash for failing to deliver on its pledge of eight-minute weekday headways for the R train in southern Brooklyn. The issue, reported by State Senator Andrew Gounardes, surfaced after riders complained of waits as long as 16 minutes. The MTA had announced service upgrades, but later changed its press release, citing F line track work as the cause for delay—work unrelated to the R train. Gounardes, who fought for MTA funding in Albany, accused the agency of misrepresenting the improvements, saying, 'I’m shocked and frustrated that the MTA would misrepresent these service upgrades to the riding public.' Transit advocates like Danny Pearlstein of Riders Alliance echoed calls for honesty: 'Public transit shouldn’t be a rollercoaster of mismatched expectations.' The incident has strained relations between the MTA and its legislative supporters, highlighting the need for transparency and reliability in transit service.
-
MTA ‘Bungles’ Increased R Train Service Promise,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-07
4
Sedan Hits E-Bike on Tillary Street▸Sep 4 - A sedan turning right struck an e-bike rider on Tillary Street. The cyclist, a 32-year-old man, suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The impact hit the bike’s right side doors. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Tillary Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike traveling west. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the e-bike’s right side doors. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, only unspecified factors. The sedan driver was licensed and making a right turn. The collision caused damage to both vehicles. No ejection occurred.
1
Chain Collision Injures Elderly Driver on Adams Street▸Sep 1 - Three cars slammed together near Brooklyn Bridge. A 74-year-old man in a sedan took the worst of it. Neck pain and whiplash. Police blamed drivers for following too close. Metal crumpled, lives jarred.
According to the police report, three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Adams Street at the Brooklyn Bridge. The 74-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Police listed "Following Too Closely" as the main cause. The crash sequence left front and rear damage on the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain reaction. The injured driver was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported. The report underscores the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
20
SUV Lane Change Hits E-Bike in Brooklyn▸Aug 20 - A 19-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a 2006 SUV on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV changed lanes improperly, striking the e-bike’s front center. The cyclist suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male bicyclist riding an e-bike eastbound on Atlantic Avenue was struck by a 2006 Subaru SUV also traveling eastbound. The SUV was changing lanes when it hit the e-bike’s center front end, impacting the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver’s lane change caused the crash. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. No other contributing factors were specified.
20
Taxi Hits E-Scooter in Brooklyn Collision▸Aug 20 - A taxi struck an e-scooter rider on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and concussion. The taxi driver slowed before impact. Unsafe lane changing and driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi and an e-scooter collided on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, was injured with a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The taxi driver was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The report lists unsafe lane changing and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The taxi struck the e-scooter on its right rear bumper, while the scooter was hit at its center front end. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe lane changes in mixed traffic environments.
19
SUV Turns Right Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Aug 19 - An SUV making a right turn hit a northbound e-bike on Bond Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV was making a right turn on Bond Street when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV struck the e-bike at its center front end, impacting the SUV's right rear quarter panel. The e-bike rider was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and female. The crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driving in Brooklyn streets.
Sep 18 - DOT stripped protected bike lanes from Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue. Cyclists now dodge cars and illegal parking. Elected officials and advocates demand action. DOT cites traffic, but danger grows. Pedestrians lose safe crossings. The agency stays silent. Streets stay deadly.
On September 18, 2023, a coalition of elected officials and advocates called out the Department of Transportation for removing protected bike lanes on Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue during construction. The matter, described as 'DOT continues to ignore dangers it created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,' centers on DOT’s decision to replace bike lanes with a second car lane, violating a city law that requires temporary bike lanes during such work. Council Members Lincoln Restler, Alexa Aviles, Shahana Hanif, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, Borough President Antonio Reynoso, and groups like Bike New York and Transportation Alternatives sent a letter demanding the bike lane’s return and physical barriers to stop illegal parking on pedestrian islands. The letter urges DOT to 'ensure curb lanes be preserved for safe cyclist passage' and to 'deploy quick-build physical elements' for pedestrian safety. DOT has not responded. Cyclists and pedestrians remain at risk.
- DOT Continues to Ignore Dangers it Created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-09-18
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Gounardes Supports DOT Transparency on Dangerous Vehicle Program▸Sep 18 - Council waits. DOT stalls. The Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program limps toward expiration. Thousands of reckless drivers dodge consequences. Few take the safety course. Council members call for answers, action, and stronger laws. Vulnerable New Yorkers remain exposed.
On September 18, 2023, the City Council reviewed the Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program (DVAP), which is set to expire on October 26. The Transportation Committee, led by Chair Selvena Brooks-Powers, pressed the Department of Transportation (DOT) for a final report on the program’s effectiveness. The bill required drivers with 15 speed-camera or five red-light tickets in a year to take a safety course or risk vehicle seizure. Council Member Shahana Hanif voiced disappointment, noting, 'We need to not only reauthorize this program, but strengthen it.' Despite over 34,000 drivers meeting the threshold in the last year, only about 1,200 took the course in three years. DOT has not explained the reporting delay or provided outcome data. The lack of enforcement leaves dangerous drivers on the road and vulnerable road users at risk.
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Council Needs Info from DOT So it Can Rescue (or Ignore) Fading ‘Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
18
Jo Anne Simon Demands Safety Boosting Protected Bike Lanes Restored▸Sep 18 - DOT stripped protected bike lanes from Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue. Cyclists now dodge cars and illegal parking. Elected officials and advocates demand action. DOT cites traffic, but danger grows. Pedestrians lose safe crossings. The agency stays silent. Streets stay deadly.
On September 18, 2023, a coalition of elected officials and advocates called out the Department of Transportation for removing protected bike lanes on Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue during construction. The matter, described as 'DOT continues to ignore dangers it created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,' centers on DOT’s decision to replace bike lanes with a second car lane, violating a city law that requires temporary bike lanes during such work. Council Members Lincoln Restler, Alexa Aviles, Shahana Hanif, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, Borough President Antonio Reynoso, and groups like Bike New York and Transportation Alternatives sent a letter demanding the bike lane’s return and physical barriers to stop illegal parking on pedestrian islands. The letter urges DOT to 'ensure curb lanes be preserved for safe cyclist passage' and to 'deploy quick-build physical elements' for pedestrian safety. DOT has not responded. Cyclists and pedestrians remain at risk.
-
DOT Continues to Ignore Dangers it Created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
14
Three Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Sep 14 - Three sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver and two passengers suffered injuries including head, neck, and full-body trauma. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. All occupants experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, three sedans traveling east on Atlantic Avenue collided. The lead vehicle was stopped in traffic when the second vehicle, also stopped, was struck from behind by a third sedan. The crash injured three occupants: a 54-year-old male driver with head injuries, and two female passengers aged 80 and 76 with neck and full-body injuries. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. None of the occupants were ejected or wearing safety equipment. The injured suffered shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The collision caused center back-end and front-end damage to the vehicles involved.
11
Sedan Turns Right, Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Sep 11 - A sedan making a right turn hit a 27-year-old male e-bike rider going straight on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a neck contusion and bruising. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Hoyt Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike rider traveling west straight ahead. The 27-year-old male cyclist was injured, sustaining a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike but was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, as was the e-bike's. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
7
Gounardes Opposes Misleading MTA R Train Service Claims▸Sep 7 - MTA promised faster R trains in Brooklyn. Riders waited up to 16 minutes. Senator Gounardes called out the agency for misleading the public. Track work on another line delayed improvements. Riders left stranded. Trust broken. Transparency demanded.
On September 7, 2023, the MTA faced backlash for failing to deliver on its pledge of eight-minute weekday headways for the R train in southern Brooklyn. The issue, reported by State Senator Andrew Gounardes, surfaced after riders complained of waits as long as 16 minutes. The MTA had announced service upgrades, but later changed its press release, citing F line track work as the cause for delay—work unrelated to the R train. Gounardes, who fought for MTA funding in Albany, accused the agency of misrepresenting the improvements, saying, 'I’m shocked and frustrated that the MTA would misrepresent these service upgrades to the riding public.' Transit advocates like Danny Pearlstein of Riders Alliance echoed calls for honesty: 'Public transit shouldn’t be a rollercoaster of mismatched expectations.' The incident has strained relations between the MTA and its legislative supporters, highlighting the need for transparency and reliability in transit service.
-
MTA ‘Bungles’ Increased R Train Service Promise,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-07
4
Sedan Hits E-Bike on Tillary Street▸Sep 4 - A sedan turning right struck an e-bike rider on Tillary Street. The cyclist, a 32-year-old man, suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The impact hit the bike’s right side doors. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Tillary Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike traveling west. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the e-bike’s right side doors. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, only unspecified factors. The sedan driver was licensed and making a right turn. The collision caused damage to both vehicles. No ejection occurred.
1
Chain Collision Injures Elderly Driver on Adams Street▸Sep 1 - Three cars slammed together near Brooklyn Bridge. A 74-year-old man in a sedan took the worst of it. Neck pain and whiplash. Police blamed drivers for following too close. Metal crumpled, lives jarred.
According to the police report, three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Adams Street at the Brooklyn Bridge. The 74-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Police listed "Following Too Closely" as the main cause. The crash sequence left front and rear damage on the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain reaction. The injured driver was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported. The report underscores the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
20
SUV Lane Change Hits E-Bike in Brooklyn▸Aug 20 - A 19-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a 2006 SUV on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV changed lanes improperly, striking the e-bike’s front center. The cyclist suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male bicyclist riding an e-bike eastbound on Atlantic Avenue was struck by a 2006 Subaru SUV also traveling eastbound. The SUV was changing lanes when it hit the e-bike’s center front end, impacting the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver’s lane change caused the crash. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. No other contributing factors were specified.
20
Taxi Hits E-Scooter in Brooklyn Collision▸Aug 20 - A taxi struck an e-scooter rider on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and concussion. The taxi driver slowed before impact. Unsafe lane changing and driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi and an e-scooter collided on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, was injured with a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The taxi driver was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The report lists unsafe lane changing and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The taxi struck the e-scooter on its right rear bumper, while the scooter was hit at its center front end. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe lane changes in mixed traffic environments.
19
SUV Turns Right Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Aug 19 - An SUV making a right turn hit a northbound e-bike on Bond Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV was making a right turn on Bond Street when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV struck the e-bike at its center front end, impacting the SUV's right rear quarter panel. The e-bike rider was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and female. The crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driving in Brooklyn streets.
Sep 18 - Council waits. DOT stalls. The Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program limps toward expiration. Thousands of reckless drivers dodge consequences. Few take the safety course. Council members call for answers, action, and stronger laws. Vulnerable New Yorkers remain exposed.
On September 18, 2023, the City Council reviewed the Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program (DVAP), which is set to expire on October 26. The Transportation Committee, led by Chair Selvena Brooks-Powers, pressed the Department of Transportation (DOT) for a final report on the program’s effectiveness. The bill required drivers with 15 speed-camera or five red-light tickets in a year to take a safety course or risk vehicle seizure. Council Member Shahana Hanif voiced disappointment, noting, 'We need to not only reauthorize this program, but strengthen it.' Despite over 34,000 drivers meeting the threshold in the last year, only about 1,200 took the course in three years. DOT has not explained the reporting delay or provided outcome data. The lack of enforcement leaves dangerous drivers on the road and vulnerable road users at risk.
- Council Needs Info from DOT So it Can Rescue (or Ignore) Fading ‘Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program’, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-09-18
18
Jo Anne Simon Demands Safety Boosting Protected Bike Lanes Restored▸Sep 18 - DOT stripped protected bike lanes from Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue. Cyclists now dodge cars and illegal parking. Elected officials and advocates demand action. DOT cites traffic, but danger grows. Pedestrians lose safe crossings. The agency stays silent. Streets stay deadly.
On September 18, 2023, a coalition of elected officials and advocates called out the Department of Transportation for removing protected bike lanes on Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue during construction. The matter, described as 'DOT continues to ignore dangers it created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,' centers on DOT’s decision to replace bike lanes with a second car lane, violating a city law that requires temporary bike lanes during such work. Council Members Lincoln Restler, Alexa Aviles, Shahana Hanif, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, Borough President Antonio Reynoso, and groups like Bike New York and Transportation Alternatives sent a letter demanding the bike lane’s return and physical barriers to stop illegal parking on pedestrian islands. The letter urges DOT to 'ensure curb lanes be preserved for safe cyclist passage' and to 'deploy quick-build physical elements' for pedestrian safety. DOT has not responded. Cyclists and pedestrians remain at risk.
-
DOT Continues to Ignore Dangers it Created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-18
14
Three Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Sep 14 - Three sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver and two passengers suffered injuries including head, neck, and full-body trauma. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. All occupants experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, three sedans traveling east on Atlantic Avenue collided. The lead vehicle was stopped in traffic when the second vehicle, also stopped, was struck from behind by a third sedan. The crash injured three occupants: a 54-year-old male driver with head injuries, and two female passengers aged 80 and 76 with neck and full-body injuries. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. None of the occupants were ejected or wearing safety equipment. The injured suffered shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The collision caused center back-end and front-end damage to the vehicles involved.
11
Sedan Turns Right, Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Sep 11 - A sedan making a right turn hit a 27-year-old male e-bike rider going straight on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a neck contusion and bruising. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Hoyt Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike rider traveling west straight ahead. The 27-year-old male cyclist was injured, sustaining a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike but was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, as was the e-bike's. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
7
Gounardes Opposes Misleading MTA R Train Service Claims▸Sep 7 - MTA promised faster R trains in Brooklyn. Riders waited up to 16 minutes. Senator Gounardes called out the agency for misleading the public. Track work on another line delayed improvements. Riders left stranded. Trust broken. Transparency demanded.
On September 7, 2023, the MTA faced backlash for failing to deliver on its pledge of eight-minute weekday headways for the R train in southern Brooklyn. The issue, reported by State Senator Andrew Gounardes, surfaced after riders complained of waits as long as 16 minutes. The MTA had announced service upgrades, but later changed its press release, citing F line track work as the cause for delay—work unrelated to the R train. Gounardes, who fought for MTA funding in Albany, accused the agency of misrepresenting the improvements, saying, 'I’m shocked and frustrated that the MTA would misrepresent these service upgrades to the riding public.' Transit advocates like Danny Pearlstein of Riders Alliance echoed calls for honesty: 'Public transit shouldn’t be a rollercoaster of mismatched expectations.' The incident has strained relations between the MTA and its legislative supporters, highlighting the need for transparency and reliability in transit service.
-
MTA ‘Bungles’ Increased R Train Service Promise,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-07
4
Sedan Hits E-Bike on Tillary Street▸Sep 4 - A sedan turning right struck an e-bike rider on Tillary Street. The cyclist, a 32-year-old man, suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The impact hit the bike’s right side doors. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Tillary Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike traveling west. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the e-bike’s right side doors. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, only unspecified factors. The sedan driver was licensed and making a right turn. The collision caused damage to both vehicles. No ejection occurred.
1
Chain Collision Injures Elderly Driver on Adams Street▸Sep 1 - Three cars slammed together near Brooklyn Bridge. A 74-year-old man in a sedan took the worst of it. Neck pain and whiplash. Police blamed drivers for following too close. Metal crumpled, lives jarred.
According to the police report, three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Adams Street at the Brooklyn Bridge. The 74-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Police listed "Following Too Closely" as the main cause. The crash sequence left front and rear damage on the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain reaction. The injured driver was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported. The report underscores the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
20
SUV Lane Change Hits E-Bike in Brooklyn▸Aug 20 - A 19-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a 2006 SUV on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV changed lanes improperly, striking the e-bike’s front center. The cyclist suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male bicyclist riding an e-bike eastbound on Atlantic Avenue was struck by a 2006 Subaru SUV also traveling eastbound. The SUV was changing lanes when it hit the e-bike’s center front end, impacting the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver’s lane change caused the crash. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. No other contributing factors were specified.
20
Taxi Hits E-Scooter in Brooklyn Collision▸Aug 20 - A taxi struck an e-scooter rider on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and concussion. The taxi driver slowed before impact. Unsafe lane changing and driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi and an e-scooter collided on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, was injured with a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The taxi driver was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The report lists unsafe lane changing and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The taxi struck the e-scooter on its right rear bumper, while the scooter was hit at its center front end. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe lane changes in mixed traffic environments.
19
SUV Turns Right Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Aug 19 - An SUV making a right turn hit a northbound e-bike on Bond Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV was making a right turn on Bond Street when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV struck the e-bike at its center front end, impacting the SUV's right rear quarter panel. The e-bike rider was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and female. The crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driving in Brooklyn streets.
Sep 18 - DOT stripped protected bike lanes from Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue. Cyclists now dodge cars and illegal parking. Elected officials and advocates demand action. DOT cites traffic, but danger grows. Pedestrians lose safe crossings. The agency stays silent. Streets stay deadly.
On September 18, 2023, a coalition of elected officials and advocates called out the Department of Transportation for removing protected bike lanes on Brooklyn’s Fourth Avenue during construction. The matter, described as 'DOT continues to ignore dangers it created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave,' centers on DOT’s decision to replace bike lanes with a second car lane, violating a city law that requires temporary bike lanes during such work. Council Members Lincoln Restler, Alexa Aviles, Shahana Hanif, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, Borough President Antonio Reynoso, and groups like Bike New York and Transportation Alternatives sent a letter demanding the bike lane’s return and physical barriers to stop illegal parking on pedestrian islands. The letter urges DOT to 'ensure curb lanes be preserved for safe cyclist passage' and to 'deploy quick-build physical elements' for pedestrian safety. DOT has not responded. Cyclists and pedestrians remain at risk.
- DOT Continues to Ignore Dangers it Created on Brooklyn’s Fourth Ave, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-09-18
14
Three Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Sep 14 - Three sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver and two passengers suffered injuries including head, neck, and full-body trauma. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. All occupants experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, three sedans traveling east on Atlantic Avenue collided. The lead vehicle was stopped in traffic when the second vehicle, also stopped, was struck from behind by a third sedan. The crash injured three occupants: a 54-year-old male driver with head injuries, and two female passengers aged 80 and 76 with neck and full-body injuries. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. None of the occupants were ejected or wearing safety equipment. The injured suffered shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The collision caused center back-end and front-end damage to the vehicles involved.
11
Sedan Turns Right, Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Sep 11 - A sedan making a right turn hit a 27-year-old male e-bike rider going straight on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a neck contusion and bruising. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Hoyt Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike rider traveling west straight ahead. The 27-year-old male cyclist was injured, sustaining a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike but was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, as was the e-bike's. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
7
Gounardes Opposes Misleading MTA R Train Service Claims▸Sep 7 - MTA promised faster R trains in Brooklyn. Riders waited up to 16 minutes. Senator Gounardes called out the agency for misleading the public. Track work on another line delayed improvements. Riders left stranded. Trust broken. Transparency demanded.
On September 7, 2023, the MTA faced backlash for failing to deliver on its pledge of eight-minute weekday headways for the R train in southern Brooklyn. The issue, reported by State Senator Andrew Gounardes, surfaced after riders complained of waits as long as 16 minutes. The MTA had announced service upgrades, but later changed its press release, citing F line track work as the cause for delay—work unrelated to the R train. Gounardes, who fought for MTA funding in Albany, accused the agency of misrepresenting the improvements, saying, 'I’m shocked and frustrated that the MTA would misrepresent these service upgrades to the riding public.' Transit advocates like Danny Pearlstein of Riders Alliance echoed calls for honesty: 'Public transit shouldn’t be a rollercoaster of mismatched expectations.' The incident has strained relations between the MTA and its legislative supporters, highlighting the need for transparency and reliability in transit service.
-
MTA ‘Bungles’ Increased R Train Service Promise,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-07
4
Sedan Hits E-Bike on Tillary Street▸Sep 4 - A sedan turning right struck an e-bike rider on Tillary Street. The cyclist, a 32-year-old man, suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The impact hit the bike’s right side doors. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Tillary Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike traveling west. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the e-bike’s right side doors. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, only unspecified factors. The sedan driver was licensed and making a right turn. The collision caused damage to both vehicles. No ejection occurred.
1
Chain Collision Injures Elderly Driver on Adams Street▸Sep 1 - Three cars slammed together near Brooklyn Bridge. A 74-year-old man in a sedan took the worst of it. Neck pain and whiplash. Police blamed drivers for following too close. Metal crumpled, lives jarred.
According to the police report, three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Adams Street at the Brooklyn Bridge. The 74-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Police listed "Following Too Closely" as the main cause. The crash sequence left front and rear damage on the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain reaction. The injured driver was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported. The report underscores the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
20
SUV Lane Change Hits E-Bike in Brooklyn▸Aug 20 - A 19-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a 2006 SUV on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV changed lanes improperly, striking the e-bike’s front center. The cyclist suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male bicyclist riding an e-bike eastbound on Atlantic Avenue was struck by a 2006 Subaru SUV also traveling eastbound. The SUV was changing lanes when it hit the e-bike’s center front end, impacting the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver’s lane change caused the crash. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. No other contributing factors were specified.
20
Taxi Hits E-Scooter in Brooklyn Collision▸Aug 20 - A taxi struck an e-scooter rider on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and concussion. The taxi driver slowed before impact. Unsafe lane changing and driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi and an e-scooter collided on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, was injured with a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The taxi driver was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The report lists unsafe lane changing and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The taxi struck the e-scooter on its right rear bumper, while the scooter was hit at its center front end. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe lane changes in mixed traffic environments.
19
SUV Turns Right Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Aug 19 - An SUV making a right turn hit a northbound e-bike on Bond Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV was making a right turn on Bond Street when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV struck the e-bike at its center front end, impacting the SUV's right rear quarter panel. The e-bike rider was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and female. The crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driving in Brooklyn streets.
Sep 14 - Three sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver and two passengers suffered injuries including head, neck, and full-body trauma. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. All occupants experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, three sedans traveling east on Atlantic Avenue collided. The lead vehicle was stopped in traffic when the second vehicle, also stopped, was struck from behind by a third sedan. The crash injured three occupants: a 54-year-old male driver with head injuries, and two female passengers aged 80 and 76 with neck and full-body injuries. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. None of the occupants were ejected or wearing safety equipment. The injured suffered shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The collision caused center back-end and front-end damage to the vehicles involved.
11
Sedan Turns Right, Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Sep 11 - A sedan making a right turn hit a 27-year-old male e-bike rider going straight on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a neck contusion and bruising. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Hoyt Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike rider traveling west straight ahead. The 27-year-old male cyclist was injured, sustaining a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike but was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, as was the e-bike's. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
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Gounardes Opposes Misleading MTA R Train Service Claims▸Sep 7 - MTA promised faster R trains in Brooklyn. Riders waited up to 16 minutes. Senator Gounardes called out the agency for misleading the public. Track work on another line delayed improvements. Riders left stranded. Trust broken. Transparency demanded.
On September 7, 2023, the MTA faced backlash for failing to deliver on its pledge of eight-minute weekday headways for the R train in southern Brooklyn. The issue, reported by State Senator Andrew Gounardes, surfaced after riders complained of waits as long as 16 minutes. The MTA had announced service upgrades, but later changed its press release, citing F line track work as the cause for delay—work unrelated to the R train. Gounardes, who fought for MTA funding in Albany, accused the agency of misrepresenting the improvements, saying, 'I’m shocked and frustrated that the MTA would misrepresent these service upgrades to the riding public.' Transit advocates like Danny Pearlstein of Riders Alliance echoed calls for honesty: 'Public transit shouldn’t be a rollercoaster of mismatched expectations.' The incident has strained relations between the MTA and its legislative supporters, highlighting the need for transparency and reliability in transit service.
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MTA ‘Bungles’ Increased R Train Service Promise,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-07
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Sedan Hits E-Bike on Tillary Street▸Sep 4 - A sedan turning right struck an e-bike rider on Tillary Street. The cyclist, a 32-year-old man, suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The impact hit the bike’s right side doors. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Tillary Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike traveling west. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the e-bike’s right side doors. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, only unspecified factors. The sedan driver was licensed and making a right turn. The collision caused damage to both vehicles. No ejection occurred.
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Chain Collision Injures Elderly Driver on Adams Street▸Sep 1 - Three cars slammed together near Brooklyn Bridge. A 74-year-old man in a sedan took the worst of it. Neck pain and whiplash. Police blamed drivers for following too close. Metal crumpled, lives jarred.
According to the police report, three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Adams Street at the Brooklyn Bridge. The 74-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Police listed "Following Too Closely" as the main cause. The crash sequence left front and rear damage on the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain reaction. The injured driver was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported. The report underscores the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
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SUV Lane Change Hits E-Bike in Brooklyn▸Aug 20 - A 19-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a 2006 SUV on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV changed lanes improperly, striking the e-bike’s front center. The cyclist suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male bicyclist riding an e-bike eastbound on Atlantic Avenue was struck by a 2006 Subaru SUV also traveling eastbound. The SUV was changing lanes when it hit the e-bike’s center front end, impacting the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver’s lane change caused the crash. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. No other contributing factors were specified.
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Taxi Hits E-Scooter in Brooklyn Collision▸Aug 20 - A taxi struck an e-scooter rider on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and concussion. The taxi driver slowed before impact. Unsafe lane changing and driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi and an e-scooter collided on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, was injured with a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The taxi driver was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The report lists unsafe lane changing and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The taxi struck the e-scooter on its right rear bumper, while the scooter was hit at its center front end. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe lane changes in mixed traffic environments.
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SUV Turns Right Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Aug 19 - An SUV making a right turn hit a northbound e-bike on Bond Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV was making a right turn on Bond Street when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV struck the e-bike at its center front end, impacting the SUV's right rear quarter panel. The e-bike rider was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and female. The crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driving in Brooklyn streets.
Sep 11 - A sedan making a right turn hit a 27-year-old male e-bike rider going straight on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a neck contusion and bruising. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Hoyt Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike rider traveling west straight ahead. The 27-year-old male cyclist was injured, sustaining a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike but was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, as was the e-bike's. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
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Gounardes Opposes Misleading MTA R Train Service Claims▸Sep 7 - MTA promised faster R trains in Brooklyn. Riders waited up to 16 minutes. Senator Gounardes called out the agency for misleading the public. Track work on another line delayed improvements. Riders left stranded. Trust broken. Transparency demanded.
On September 7, 2023, the MTA faced backlash for failing to deliver on its pledge of eight-minute weekday headways for the R train in southern Brooklyn. The issue, reported by State Senator Andrew Gounardes, surfaced after riders complained of waits as long as 16 minutes. The MTA had announced service upgrades, but later changed its press release, citing F line track work as the cause for delay—work unrelated to the R train. Gounardes, who fought for MTA funding in Albany, accused the agency of misrepresenting the improvements, saying, 'I’m shocked and frustrated that the MTA would misrepresent these service upgrades to the riding public.' Transit advocates like Danny Pearlstein of Riders Alliance echoed calls for honesty: 'Public transit shouldn’t be a rollercoaster of mismatched expectations.' The incident has strained relations between the MTA and its legislative supporters, highlighting the need for transparency and reliability in transit service.
-
MTA ‘Bungles’ Increased R Train Service Promise,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-07
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Sedan Hits E-Bike on Tillary Street▸Sep 4 - A sedan turning right struck an e-bike rider on Tillary Street. The cyclist, a 32-year-old man, suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The impact hit the bike’s right side doors. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Tillary Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike traveling west. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the e-bike’s right side doors. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, only unspecified factors. The sedan driver was licensed and making a right turn. The collision caused damage to both vehicles. No ejection occurred.
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Chain Collision Injures Elderly Driver on Adams Street▸Sep 1 - Three cars slammed together near Brooklyn Bridge. A 74-year-old man in a sedan took the worst of it. Neck pain and whiplash. Police blamed drivers for following too close. Metal crumpled, lives jarred.
According to the police report, three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Adams Street at the Brooklyn Bridge. The 74-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Police listed "Following Too Closely" as the main cause. The crash sequence left front and rear damage on the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain reaction. The injured driver was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported. The report underscores the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
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SUV Lane Change Hits E-Bike in Brooklyn▸Aug 20 - A 19-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a 2006 SUV on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV changed lanes improperly, striking the e-bike’s front center. The cyclist suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male bicyclist riding an e-bike eastbound on Atlantic Avenue was struck by a 2006 Subaru SUV also traveling eastbound. The SUV was changing lanes when it hit the e-bike’s center front end, impacting the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver’s lane change caused the crash. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. No other contributing factors were specified.
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Taxi Hits E-Scooter in Brooklyn Collision▸Aug 20 - A taxi struck an e-scooter rider on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and concussion. The taxi driver slowed before impact. Unsafe lane changing and driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi and an e-scooter collided on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, was injured with a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The taxi driver was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The report lists unsafe lane changing and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The taxi struck the e-scooter on its right rear bumper, while the scooter was hit at its center front end. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe lane changes in mixed traffic environments.
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SUV Turns Right Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Aug 19 - An SUV making a right turn hit a northbound e-bike on Bond Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV was making a right turn on Bond Street when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV struck the e-bike at its center front end, impacting the SUV's right rear quarter panel. The e-bike rider was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and female. The crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driving in Brooklyn streets.
Sep 7 - MTA promised faster R trains in Brooklyn. Riders waited up to 16 minutes. Senator Gounardes called out the agency for misleading the public. Track work on another line delayed improvements. Riders left stranded. Trust broken. Transparency demanded.
On September 7, 2023, the MTA faced backlash for failing to deliver on its pledge of eight-minute weekday headways for the R train in southern Brooklyn. The issue, reported by State Senator Andrew Gounardes, surfaced after riders complained of waits as long as 16 minutes. The MTA had announced service upgrades, but later changed its press release, citing F line track work as the cause for delay—work unrelated to the R train. Gounardes, who fought for MTA funding in Albany, accused the agency of misrepresenting the improvements, saying, 'I’m shocked and frustrated that the MTA would misrepresent these service upgrades to the riding public.' Transit advocates like Danny Pearlstein of Riders Alliance echoed calls for honesty: 'Public transit shouldn’t be a rollercoaster of mismatched expectations.' The incident has strained relations between the MTA and its legislative supporters, highlighting the need for transparency and reliability in transit service.
- MTA ‘Bungles’ Increased R Train Service Promise, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-09-07
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Sedan Hits E-Bike on Tillary Street▸Sep 4 - A sedan turning right struck an e-bike rider on Tillary Street. The cyclist, a 32-year-old man, suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The impact hit the bike’s right side doors. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Tillary Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike traveling west. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the e-bike’s right side doors. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, only unspecified factors. The sedan driver was licensed and making a right turn. The collision caused damage to both vehicles. No ejection occurred.
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Chain Collision Injures Elderly Driver on Adams Street▸Sep 1 - Three cars slammed together near Brooklyn Bridge. A 74-year-old man in a sedan took the worst of it. Neck pain and whiplash. Police blamed drivers for following too close. Metal crumpled, lives jarred.
According to the police report, three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Adams Street at the Brooklyn Bridge. The 74-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Police listed "Following Too Closely" as the main cause. The crash sequence left front and rear damage on the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain reaction. The injured driver was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported. The report underscores the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
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SUV Lane Change Hits E-Bike in Brooklyn▸Aug 20 - A 19-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a 2006 SUV on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV changed lanes improperly, striking the e-bike’s front center. The cyclist suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male bicyclist riding an e-bike eastbound on Atlantic Avenue was struck by a 2006 Subaru SUV also traveling eastbound. The SUV was changing lanes when it hit the e-bike’s center front end, impacting the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver’s lane change caused the crash. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. No other contributing factors were specified.
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Taxi Hits E-Scooter in Brooklyn Collision▸Aug 20 - A taxi struck an e-scooter rider on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and concussion. The taxi driver slowed before impact. Unsafe lane changing and driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi and an e-scooter collided on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, was injured with a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The taxi driver was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The report lists unsafe lane changing and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The taxi struck the e-scooter on its right rear bumper, while the scooter was hit at its center front end. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe lane changes in mixed traffic environments.
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SUV Turns Right Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Aug 19 - An SUV making a right turn hit a northbound e-bike on Bond Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV was making a right turn on Bond Street when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV struck the e-bike at its center front end, impacting the SUV's right rear quarter panel. The e-bike rider was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and female. The crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driving in Brooklyn streets.
Sep 4 - A sedan turning right struck an e-bike rider on Tillary Street. The cyclist, a 32-year-old man, suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The impact hit the bike’s right side doors. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Tillary Street made a right turn and collided with an e-bike traveling west. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the e-bike’s right side doors. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, only unspecified factors. The sedan driver was licensed and making a right turn. The collision caused damage to both vehicles. No ejection occurred.
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Chain Collision Injures Elderly Driver on Adams Street▸Sep 1 - Three cars slammed together near Brooklyn Bridge. A 74-year-old man in a sedan took the worst of it. Neck pain and whiplash. Police blamed drivers for following too close. Metal crumpled, lives jarred.
According to the police report, three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Adams Street at the Brooklyn Bridge. The 74-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Police listed "Following Too Closely" as the main cause. The crash sequence left front and rear damage on the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain reaction. The injured driver was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported. The report underscores the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
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SUV Lane Change Hits E-Bike in Brooklyn▸Aug 20 - A 19-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a 2006 SUV on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV changed lanes improperly, striking the e-bike’s front center. The cyclist suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male bicyclist riding an e-bike eastbound on Atlantic Avenue was struck by a 2006 Subaru SUV also traveling eastbound. The SUV was changing lanes when it hit the e-bike’s center front end, impacting the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver’s lane change caused the crash. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. No other contributing factors were specified.
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Taxi Hits E-Scooter in Brooklyn Collision▸Aug 20 - A taxi struck an e-scooter rider on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and concussion. The taxi driver slowed before impact. Unsafe lane changing and driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi and an e-scooter collided on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, was injured with a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The taxi driver was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The report lists unsafe lane changing and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The taxi struck the e-scooter on its right rear bumper, while the scooter was hit at its center front end. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe lane changes in mixed traffic environments.
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SUV Turns Right Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Aug 19 - An SUV making a right turn hit a northbound e-bike on Bond Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV was making a right turn on Bond Street when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV struck the e-bike at its center front end, impacting the SUV's right rear quarter panel. The e-bike rider was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and female. The crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driving in Brooklyn streets.
Sep 1 - Three cars slammed together near Brooklyn Bridge. A 74-year-old man in a sedan took the worst of it. Neck pain and whiplash. Police blamed drivers for following too close. Metal crumpled, lives jarred.
According to the police report, three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Adams Street at the Brooklyn Bridge. The 74-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Police listed "Following Too Closely" as the main cause. The crash sequence left front and rear damage on the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain reaction. The injured driver was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported. The report underscores the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
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SUV Lane Change Hits E-Bike in Brooklyn▸Aug 20 - A 19-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a 2006 SUV on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV changed lanes improperly, striking the e-bike’s front center. The cyclist suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male bicyclist riding an e-bike eastbound on Atlantic Avenue was struck by a 2006 Subaru SUV also traveling eastbound. The SUV was changing lanes when it hit the e-bike’s center front end, impacting the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver’s lane change caused the crash. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. No other contributing factors were specified.
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Taxi Hits E-Scooter in Brooklyn Collision▸Aug 20 - A taxi struck an e-scooter rider on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and concussion. The taxi driver slowed before impact. Unsafe lane changing and driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi and an e-scooter collided on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, was injured with a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The taxi driver was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The report lists unsafe lane changing and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The taxi struck the e-scooter on its right rear bumper, while the scooter was hit at its center front end. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe lane changes in mixed traffic environments.
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SUV Turns Right Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Aug 19 - An SUV making a right turn hit a northbound e-bike on Bond Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV was making a right turn on Bond Street when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV struck the e-bike at its center front end, impacting the SUV's right rear quarter panel. The e-bike rider was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and female. The crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driving in Brooklyn streets.
Aug 20 - A 19-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a 2006 SUV on Atlantic Avenue. The SUV changed lanes improperly, striking the e-bike’s front center. The cyclist suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male bicyclist riding an e-bike eastbound on Atlantic Avenue was struck by a 2006 Subaru SUV also traveling eastbound. The SUV was changing lanes when it hit the e-bike’s center front end, impacting the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver’s lane change caused the crash. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. No other contributing factors were specified.
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Taxi Hits E-Scooter in Brooklyn Collision▸Aug 20 - A taxi struck an e-scooter rider on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and concussion. The taxi driver slowed before impact. Unsafe lane changing and driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi and an e-scooter collided on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, was injured with a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The taxi driver was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The report lists unsafe lane changing and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The taxi struck the e-scooter on its right rear bumper, while the scooter was hit at its center front end. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe lane changes in mixed traffic environments.
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SUV Turns Right Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Aug 19 - An SUV making a right turn hit a northbound e-bike on Bond Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV was making a right turn on Bond Street when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV struck the e-bike at its center front end, impacting the SUV's right rear quarter panel. The e-bike rider was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and female. The crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driving in Brooklyn streets.
Aug 20 - A taxi struck an e-scooter rider on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and concussion. The taxi driver slowed before impact. Unsafe lane changing and driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi and an e-scooter collided on Smith Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 45-year-old woman, was injured with a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The taxi driver was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The report lists unsafe lane changing and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The taxi struck the e-scooter on its right rear bumper, while the scooter was hit at its center front end. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe lane changes in mixed traffic environments.
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SUV Turns Right Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Aug 19 - An SUV making a right turn hit a northbound e-bike on Bond Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV was making a right turn on Bond Street when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV struck the e-bike at its center front end, impacting the SUV's right rear quarter panel. The e-bike rider was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and female. The crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driving in Brooklyn streets.
Aug 19 - An SUV making a right turn hit a northbound e-bike on Bond Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited aggressive driving as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV was making a right turn on Bond Street when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The e-bike rider, a 25-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV struck the e-bike at its center front end, impacting the SUV's right rear quarter panel. The e-bike rider was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and female. The crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driving in Brooklyn streets.