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Two sport utility vehicles collided head-on and rear-quarter on Halsey Street. Both drivers and a front-seat passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and disregard for traffic controls as causes. No ejections occurred.

According to the police report, at 8:10 AM on Halsey Street, two SUVs traveling north and west collided. The Ford SUV struck the Hyundai SUV on its right rear quarter panel. The Ford driver, a 22-year-old male, was cited for 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Both the Ford driver and his 23-year-old male front passenger were injured with back injuries and whiplash, wearing lap belts and harnesses. The Hyundai driver, a licensed female, was alone and sustained vehicle damage but no reported injuries. The collision caused significant damage to the front end of the Ford and the right rear quarter panel of the Hyundai. No occupants were ejected. The report highlights driver errors as the primary contributing factors, with no mention of victim fault.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4703973, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An SUV driver traveling east on Fulton Street ignored traffic controls, colliding with a parked SUV and a northbound sedan. Three men inside the moving SUV suffered moderate injuries, including neck and hip abrasions. The crash exposed critical driver errors and systemic risks.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Fulton Street in Brooklyn at 10:45 AM. The driver of a 2023 Ford SUV, traveling eastbound, disregarded traffic control, leading to a collision with a parked 2021 Chrysler SUV and a northbound 2019 Toyota sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the moving SUV. Three male occupants inside the Ford SUV were injured: the 40-year-old driver sustained a neck contusion, the 45-year-old driver suffered a hip abrasion, and a 37-year-old front passenger also had a hip abrasion. All occupants were conscious and restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The police report explicitly cites "Traffic Control Disregarded" as the contributing factor, highlighting the driver error that precipitated the crash. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4704350, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A distracted driver changing lanes struck another vehicle on Bedford Avenue. The impact caused serious injury to the driver, fracturing her elbow and dislocating her lower arm. The crash involved multiple sedans and an SUV traveling northbound.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Bedford Avenue at 23:06. A 28-year-old female driver suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation after a collision involving multiple vehicles. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. One sedan was changing lanes when it struck the right side doors of an SUV traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The collision caused damage to the right front quarter panel of the changing lane vehicle and the right side doors of the SUV. The report highlights driver errors, specifically distraction and unsafe lane changes, as the cause of the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4703986, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A helmeted 28-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured after a distracted SUV driver struck him head-on on Gates Avenue. The SUV showed no damage despite the impact. The bicyclist suffered bruises and lower leg injuries but remained conscious.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Gates Avenue involving a helmeted 28-year-old male bicyclist and a 2008 SUV. The bicyclist was traveling west, and the SUV east, both going straight ahead when the SUV struck the bicyclist with its left front bumper. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises, but remained conscious. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor on the SUV driver's part. The SUV showed no damage despite the impact, while the bike sustained damage to its center front end. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed; the bicyclist was unlicensed.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4701696, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 40-year-old woman was struck while crossing with the signal on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries, left in shock and bruised at the scene.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:45 on Nostrand Avenue near Halsey Street in Brooklyn. A 2011 Kia SUV was making a left turn when it struck a 40-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises, and was left in shock. The impact point was the center front end of the SUV. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted in the report. The driver's failure to yield created a hazardous condition resulting in serious injury to a lawful pedestrian.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4701090, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 32-year-old woman suffered neck injuries and shock after a sedan made a left turn and struck her on Throop Avenue. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, impacting the pedestrian with the vehicle’s left front bumper and causing significant harm.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Throop Avenue was making a left turn when it struck a 32-year-old female pedestrian. The impact occurred at the vehicle’s left front bumper, resulting in neck injuries and shock for the pedestrian, who complained of pain and nausea. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor attributed to the driver. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision caused injury severity level 3, highlighting the serious consequences of the driver’s failure to yield. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper, confirming the point of impact. This crash underscores the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to pedestrians.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4698254, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan making a right turn collided with a motorcycle traveling straight south on Franklin Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane usage as contributing factors.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Franklin Avenue near Putnam Avenue in Brooklyn at 2:51 PM. A sedan, traveling south and making a right turn, struck a motorcycle also traveling south. The point of impact was the right front bumper on both vehicles. The motorcycle driver, a 30-year-old male occupant, was injured with upper arm and shoulder injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. Both drivers were licensed. The motorcycle driver was not ejected and was wearing no safety equipment. The report does not indicate any victim fault or contributing behavior from the motorcycle rider. The collision highlights driver errors—specifically inattention and improper lane use—as central causes.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4695156, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An 18-year-old male bicyclist was injured when an SUV collided with him on Park Avenue. He suffered a hip injury and was partially ejected from his bike. The driver failed to yield.

A collision occurred on Park Avenue involving an SUV and a bicyclist. The 18-year-old male bicyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and a hip injury. According to the police report, the driver of the SUV committed 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The bicyclist was conscious at the scene but had no safety equipment. The SUV sustained damage to its left front quarter panel.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4696529, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 62-year-old male bicyclist was struck on Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan and bike collided with impact on the bike’s left side. The cyclist suffered a head injury and concussion. Both drivers disregarded traffic control devices.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn involving a sedan and a bicycle. The bicyclist, a 62-year-old man, was injured with a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The bike was traveling north, and the sedan east, both going straight ahead. The point of impact was the bike’s left side doors and the sedan’s right front bumper. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor for both parties. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed in New York. The crash caused significant damage to both vehicles and resulted in serious injury to the vulnerable road user.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4685769, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 28-year-old male driver suffered a head contusion in a collision on Bedford Avenue. The SUV turned right into the path of a northbound sedan. Driver inattention and improper turning caused the crash. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.

According to the police report, a 28-year-old male driver in a 2018 Chevrolet SUV was making a right turn on Bedford Avenue when he collided with a 2019 Honda sedan traveling straight north. The SUV struck the sedan's left front bumper with its right front quarter panel. The driver of the SUV suffered a head contusion and was in shock but was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper turning as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. The crash caused damage to the front ends of both vehicles and resulted in injury to the SUV driver. No other safety equipment or victim actions were noted as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4685190, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 13-year-old boy was struck by a westbound SUV while crossing Gates Avenue at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The impact hit the vehicle’s center front end. The boy suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot.

According to the police report, a 13-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2023 Nissan SUV traveling west on Gates Avenue. The collision occurred at a marked crosswalk where the pedestrian was crossing without a signal. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end, causing contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian’s crossing without a signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4683399, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 34-year-old man working in the roadway on Fulton Street was struck by an eastbound SUV. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg bruises. The driver showed inattention and inexperience. No vehicle damage was reported.

According to the police report, a 34-year-old male pedestrian was injured while working in the roadway on Fulton Street. The vehicle involved was a 2013 BMW SUV traveling east, entering a parked position at the time of the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the knee and lower leg. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage, and the pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The incident highlights driver errors without attributing fault to the pedestrian.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4683822, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A moped rider was ejected after a sedan made an improper left turn on Throop Avenue. The rider suffered neck injuries and bruising. The sedan struck the moped’s front center with its rear center. Driver distraction and turning errors caused the collision.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Throop Avenue made an improper left turn and collided with a moped going straight ahead. The moped driver, a 37-year-old man, was ejected and sustained neck injuries and contusions. The sedan’s point of impact was its center back end, hitting the moped’s center front end. Contributing factors include the sedan driver’s inattention and distraction, as well as turning improperly. The moped driver held a permit license. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The crash highlights driver errors in maneuvering and focus as central causes.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4683821, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans crashed head-on on Gates Avenue. Both drivers were men, traveling east. One driver suffered a neck injury and bruising. Both vehicles showed front and rear damage. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Gates Avenue, both traveling east. The impact was between the center front end of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. One driver, a 39-year-old man, was injured with a neck contusion and bruising but remained conscious. He was wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The crash caused damage to the front of one sedan and the rear of the other.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4682086, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 27-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck at an intersection on Nostrand Avenue. The pickup truck made a right turn and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered head abrasions and shock. The driver showed inattention and distraction.

According to the police report, a pickup truck making a right turn on Nostrand Avenue struck a 27-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained head abrasions and was in shock. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not at fault and was properly crossing with the signal. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact to the right front bumper. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as failure to yield and distraction in intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4681850, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 37-year-old man on an e-scooter was ejected and injured in Brooklyn. An SUV making a left turn struck him head-on. The rider suffered back injuries and shock. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the crash.

According to the police report, a 37-year-old male e-scooter rider was injured and ejected after being struck by a 2023 SUV making a left turn on De Kalb Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver, licensed in New York, failed to yield right-of-way, which the report lists as a contributing factor. The e-scooter rider, unlicensed, was traveling straight when the collision occurred at the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the scooter. The rider suffered back injuries and was in shock. The report notes no safety equipment used by the rider. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as failure to yield in interactions with vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4677928, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 19-year-old woman was struck on Halsey Street in Brooklyn. She was crossing with the signal when a BMW sedan hit her head-on. The pedestrian was unconscious with serious head injuries. Alcohol was involved in the crash.

According to the police report, a BMW sedan traveling west on Halsey Street struck a 19-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection near Tompkins Avenue. The pedestrian suffered serious head injuries and was found unconscious. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision with the pedestrian. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following traffic signals. The report does not list any helmet or signaling issues related to the pedestrian. Driver errors include alcohol involvement, which likely impaired the driver's ability to avoid the collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4676898, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A northbound sedan crashed into two parked vehicles on Bedford Avenue. The driver, a 37-year-old woman, suffered facial injuries and minor bleeding. Alcohol involvement was noted. The impact damaged the right rear bumpers of the parked cars and the sedan’s left front quarter panel.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Bedford Avenue collided with two parked vehicles. The driver, a 37-year-old female occupant, was injured with facial wounds and minor bleeding. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The sedan struck the right rear bumper of one parked car and the right rear quarter panel of an SUV, sustaining damage to its left front quarter panel. The driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was incoherent at the scene. No other driver errors were specified in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4677145, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two SUVs crashed at New York Avenue and Herkimer Street. A 79-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck and killed. She lay broken in the crosswalk. The drivers failed to yield. The light was green. The right-of-way was hers.

A deadly crash unfolded at New York Avenue and Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. Two SUVs collided. According to the police report, a 79-year-old woman was crossing with the signal when the vehicles struck her. She suffered fatal crush injuries to her entire body. The report states, “The light was green. The right-of-way was hers.” Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The woman was in the crosswalk, following the signal. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The drivers’ errors led to a fatal outcome for a vulnerable pedestrian.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4676203, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A motorcycle rider was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries in a collision with a pick-up truck on Willoughby Avenue. The truck’s left front bumper struck the motorcycle’s right front quarter panel. Driver inattention caused the crash.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on Willoughby Avenue collided with a northbound pick-up truck. The motorcycle rider, a 31-year-old male occupant riding without safety equipment, was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The truck, driven by a licensed female driver, sustained damage to its left front bumper. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The motorcycle rider was hanging on the outside of the vehicle before the collision and was injured in the impact. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4677927, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15