Crash Count for Bedford-Stuyvesant (East)
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 2,614
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,405
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 342
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 11
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 5
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 26, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Bedford-Stuyvesant (East)?

No More Widows for Van Buren: Lower the Speed, Save a Life

No More Widows for Van Buren: Lower the Speed, Save a Life

Bedford-Stuyvesant (East): Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 19, 2025

Blood on the Asphalt: The Human Cost

A woman steps out of her car on Van Buren Street. She is pregnant. She is struck, dragged, and left to die. Her name is Tiffany Cifuni. Her husband says, “I lost my whole family tonight and I don’t think I’ll ever be the same” (NY Daily News).

In the last twelve months, two people have died on these streets. Four more suffered serious injuries. There have been 376 injuries in 590 crashes. The numbers do not bleed, but the people do.

Patterns of Harm: Who Pays the Price

SUVs and cars kill. In this region, SUVs alone have taken three lives and caused 71 moderate injuries. Trucks and buses have left two people with serious wounds. Bikes and mopeds break bones and skin, but it is the weight of steel that crushes and ends lives (NYC Open Data).

The dead are not numbers. They are the 32-year-old woman run down after a minor crash. The 68-year-old woman struck while crossing with the signal. The 26-year-old moped rider, ejected and killed. Each one is a family torn open.

Leadership: Words, Laws, and Waiting

Local leaders talk of Vision Zero. They pass laws. They call for lower speed limits. But the blood dries before the ink. “We will not rest until it’s over and we get justice for Tiffany,” her family says (New York Post).

Sammy’s Law gives the city power to lower speed limits to 20 mph. The city can act. It has not acted fast enough. Cameras catch speeders, but Albany must renew the law or the cameras go dark. Every delay is another risk, another family waiting for a call in the night.

What Now: No More Waiting

This is not fate. This is policy. Every crash is preventable. Every death is a choice made by those in power. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand cameras that never sleep. Demand streets where no one has to bury their child.

Take action now.

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Stefani Zinerman
Assembly Member Stefani Zinerman
District 56
District Office:
1368 Fulton St. 3rd Floor, NW, Brooklyn, NY 11216
Legislative Office:
Room 553, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Chi Ossé
Council Member Chi Ossé
District 36
District Office:
1360 Fulton Street, Suite 500, Brooklyn, NY 11216
718-919-0740
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1743, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7354
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Jabari Brisport
State Senator Jabari Brisport
District 25
District Office:
906 Broadway 2nd Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Legislative Office:
Room 805, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
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Bedford-Stuyvesant (East) Bedford-Stuyvesant (East) sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 81, District 36, AD 56, SD 25, Brooklyn CB3.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Bedford-Stuyvesant (East)

Sedan Hits Elderly Man in Park Ave Crosswalk

A sedan struck a 77-year-old man crossing Park Ave at Marcus Garvey Blvd. The driver failed to yield. The man suffered serious leg injuries and shock. The crash cut through the evening, leaving the street marked by pain.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Park Ave struck a 77-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk at Marcus Garvey Blvd in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 18:23. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the sedan driver as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions contributed to the crash. The sedan was going straight ahead at the time of impact.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4773449 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Pedestrian Injured by Distracted Left-Turning Truck

A 38-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries at a Brooklyn intersection. The truck driver, making a left turn, failed to pay attention, striking the pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The victim remained conscious.

According to the police report, a 38-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing a marked crosswalk at the intersection of Hancock Street and Saratoga Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash occurred at 3:30 PM when a 2012 Chevrolet truck, traveling southwest and making a left turn, struck her. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal but was not listed as a contributing factor to the crash. She sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with injury severity rated as moderate. The truck showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely low-speed but sufficient to cause injury. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally, but his failure to maintain attention led to the collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4772361 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Int 1105-2024
Mealy co-sponsors bill boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.

Council demands DOT show its work. The law forces public updates on every street safety project. No more hiding delays. No more silent cost overruns. Progress for bus riders, cyclists, and walkers must be tracked and posted.

Int 1105-2024 became law on May 10, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others, amends the city code to require the Department of Transportation to post annual and monthly updates on all projects tied to the streets master plan. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' It forces transparency on protected bike lanes, bus lanes, pedestrian signals, and upgrades. The public will see delays, costs, and status. No more secrets. The mayor returned it unsigned, but the law stands.


Distracted Driver Injures Bicyclist on Broadway

A 57-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with an SUV on Broadway in Brooklyn. The driver’s inattention caused the crash, resulting in abrasions and upper leg injuries to the cyclist, who was wearing a helmet.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Broadway near Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn at 2:54 p.m. A 57-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was struck by a northbound SUV that was parked prior to the crash. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his hip and upper leg. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the collision. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The SUV showed no damage, indicating the impact was primarily on the bicyclist. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally, but his distraction led to the serious injury of the vulnerable road user.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4771843 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
2
SUV Strikes Two Pedestrians Crossing Signal

SUV turned right on Kingston Avenue. Failed to yield. Hit a 1-year-old boy and a 49-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Both suffered bruises. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the crash.

According to the police report, an SUV making a right turn on Kingston Avenue near Fulton Street in Brooklyn struck two pedestrians who were crossing with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The victims, a 1-year-old boy and a 49-year-old woman, were both injured with contusions—one to the face, the other to the knee, lower leg, and foot. Both were conscious at the scene. The impact was at the center front end of the SUV. No information was provided about the driver’s license or occupants. The police report highlights driver errors as the cause. No contributing victim behavior was noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4771365 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Strikes E-Bike Rider on Ralph Ave

A sedan hit a 67-year-old woman riding an e-bike on Ralph Ave. She was ejected, left with abrasions and leg injuries. The crash tore up the e-bike’s front. The sedan’s bumper took the blow.

According to the police report, a sedan collided with a 67-year-old female e-bike rider on Ralph Ave in Brooklyn at 19:47. The impact ejected the rider, leaving her with abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan, driven by a licensed man from New Jersey, struck the e-bike’s center front end with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors are cited. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. The e-bike’s front was damaged. The sedan’s bumper was dented. The rider was conscious after the collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4768254 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing

A 46-year-old man suffered facial injuries and shock after being struck by an SUV while crossing Macon Street with the signal. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian bleeding and injured at the intersection in Brooklyn.

According to the police report, a 46-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Macon Street and Lewis Avenue in Brooklyn at 3:31 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when he was struck by a northbound 2018 Ford SUV. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained facial injuries and was in shock, with minor bleeding reported. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle properly before the crash, which was initially parked. There is no indication of pedestrian fault or contributing behaviors. Vehicle damage was reported as none, underscoring the severity of the pedestrian’s injuries despite minimal vehicle impact damage.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4769910 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
2
Taxi Slams Parked SUV, Passengers Hurt

Taxi hit a parked SUV on Greene Avenue. Two passengers inside suffered neck and back injuries. Both left in shock. Driver reacted to another vehicle. Metal and bodies broke in Brooklyn night.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Greene Avenue struck the left rear bumper of a parked Jeep SUV. The crash happened after the taxi driver reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, as cited in the report: 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Two passengers in the taxi, a 28-year-old man and a 26-year-old woman, suffered neck and back injuries. Both were restrained and reported in shock. The SUV was empty. The impact damaged the taxi's right front quarter panel and the SUV's left rear bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4768252 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
2
Distracted SUV Driver Rear-Ends Parked Car

SUV slammed into parked SUV on Throop Avenue. Driver inattention caused the crash. Two occupants hurt—whiplash, neck, back pain. Both conscious. City streets, danger never far.

According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Throop Avenue in Brooklyn at noon. The BMW SUV, heading north, struck the left rear bumper of a parked Chrysler SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Two people were injured: a 69-year-old male driver and a 45-year-old female passenger, both conscious and suffering whiplash, neck, and back injuries. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash shows the harm caused when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4769263 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Two Sedans Collide on Malcolm X Blvd

Two sedans crashed at Malcolm X Blvd and Fulton St. The female driver of one sedan suffered head injuries and shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The crash involved a right turn and a straight movement, with unspecified driver errors cited.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Malcolm X Blvd near Fulton St at 3:33 p.m. One vehicle was making a right turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the turning sedan and the left front bumper of the other. The female driver of the straight-moving sedan, age 29, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver, indicating possible driver errors but does not specify exact violations such as failure to yield. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision caused visible damage to the front ends of both vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4767052 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Pedestrian Injured Crossing with Signal in Brooklyn

A 22-year-old woman suffered back injuries and shock after a sedan made a left turn in Brooklyn. Glare impaired the driver's vision, contributing to the collision at an intersection where the pedestrian was crossing with the signal.

According to the police report, a 22-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at an intersection on Halsey Street near Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2022 Honda sedan, driven by a licensed female driver from New Jersey, was making a left turn. The report cites glare as a contributing factor impairing the driver's visibility. The pedestrian sustained back injuries and was in shock. The vehicle showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage,' indicating the collision impact was likely minor but sufficient to cause injury. The driver’s failure to adequately respond to glare conditions while turning left created the hazardous situation. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal was not listed as a contributing factor.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4768904 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
2
E-Bike Riders Ejected in Greene Avenue Collision

SUV struck e-bike on Greene Avenue. Both e-bike driver and passenger thrown, injured in legs and feet. Police cite driver inexperience. System failed to protect the vulnerable.

According to the police report, an SUV and an e-bike collided on Greene Avenue in Brooklyn. The e-bike driver and a passenger, both young men, were ejected and suffered injuries to their knees, lower legs, and feet. Both were conscious at the scene. The SUV driver was licensed; the e-bike driver was unlicensed. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The crash highlights the dangers faced by vulnerable road users when driver errors and inexperience intersect on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4766578 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Unlicensed Driver Hits Bicyclist on Fulton Street

A bicyclist was partially ejected and injured in a collision with a sedan making a left turn on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. The driver’s inattention and distraction contributed to the crash. The cyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:26 on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. A sedan traveling west was making a left turn when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The bicyclist, a 35-year-old male, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, highlighting the sedan driver’s failure to maintain focus during the maneuver. The bicyclist’s confusion or error is also noted but not specified as a cause. The sedan driver was licensed, while the bicyclist was unlicensed. Vehicle damage was minimal, but the impact caused significant injury to the cyclist. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and the vulnerability of cyclists in left-turn collisions.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4766784 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
E-Bike and E-Scooter Crash Injures Teen

E-bike and e-scooter collided head-on on Stuyvesant Avenue. A 15-year-old e-bike rider was thrown, left bloodied and in shock. No driver errors listed. Motorized chaos, one young rider hurt.

According to the police report, an e-bike and an e-scooter crashed front-to-front while both traveled south on Stuyvesant Avenue in Brooklyn. The 15-year-old male e-bike driver was partially ejected and suffered facial abrasions, with injury severity level 3. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite any explicit driver errors. The e-bike rider was not using safety equipment, as noted after the absence of driver errors. The e-scooter sustained no damage. The crash left the teen in shock, underscoring the risks when motorized personal vehicles collide and the system fails to prevent harm.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4765145 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
2
Forklift Slams Sedan, Injures Two Passengers

A forklift struck a slowing sedan on Marcus Garvey Blvd. Two rear passengers suffered whiplash and neck injuries. Obstructed view and debris listed as causes. Impact was sudden, injuries real.

According to the police report, a forklift heading south on Marcus Garvey Blvd collided with the left rear bumper of a sedan that was slowing or stopping. Two sedan passengers, a 55-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured with whiplash and neck trauma. Both were conscious and restrained. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Obstruction/Debris' as contributing factors, pointing to driver visibility failures. The forklift hit the sedan's rear, causing injuries to those inside. No victim actions contributed to the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4767497 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal

An 81-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a northbound sedan making a left turn on Throop Avenue. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing serious leg injuries and abrasions to the pedestrian at the intersection.

According to the police report, a 2015 Hyundai sedan traveling north on Throop Avenue was making a left turn when it struck an 81-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near Hancock Street. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including abrasions, and remained conscious after the impact. The report explicitly cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor in the collision. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan, which sustained damage in the same area. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior were noted beyond the driver’s failure to yield. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers not yielding to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4767498 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
2
Improper Lane Use Causes Injuries in Greene Avenue Crash

Two passengers ejected and injured in a collision involving a pick-up truck and sedan on Greene Avenue. Police cite improper passing and lane usage as key factors. Both victims suffered whiplash and neck injuries, highlighting driver errors in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash on Greene Avenue involved a pick-up truck and a sedan, with contributing factors listed as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely." Two occupants, a 22-year-old driver and a 17-year-old rear passenger, were ejected from their vehicle and sustained injuries including whiplash and neck trauma. The report explicitly notes driver errors related to improper lane usage and passing maneuvers. The 22-year-old driver suffered back injuries and was conscious after the crash. The 17-year-old passenger was also conscious but injured. No mention is made of victim fault or behaviors contributing to the crash. The collision caused center front and back end damage to the vehicles, underscoring the impact severity. This incident highlights systemic dangers posed by improper passing and lane use on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4763554 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Unlicensed Moped Rider Ejected After Rear-End Crash

A moped slammed into a stopped SUV on Broadway. The unlicensed rider, helmetless, flew headfirst onto cold pavement. Blood pooled. He lay ejected, incoherent, skull broken, night air biting. The street bore witness to another brutal impact.

According to the police report, a moped traveling north on Broadway struck the rear of a stopped SUV. The rider, a 29-year-old man, was unlicensed and not wearing a helmet. The report states he was 'ejected' and found 'incoherent' with severe head bleeding, his skull broken on the pavement. The crash occurred at 1:30 a.m. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the moped rider. The SUV was stopped in traffic at the time of impact. The police narrative describes the aftermath in stark terms: 'Blood pooled. He lay ejected, incoherent, the night cold against his broken skull.' The data highlights driver inattention and unsafe following distance as key factors in this violent collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4762921 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
2
SUV Left Turn Hits E-Bike with Two Riders

A BMW SUV making a left turn struck a northbound e-bike carrying two males in Brooklyn. Both bicyclists were partially ejected and injured, suffering abrasions and contusions. Driver distraction and improper turning caused the violent collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Marcus Garvey Boulevard near De Kalb Avenue in Brooklyn at 16:35. A 2002 BMW SUV was making a left turn when it collided head-on with a northbound e-bike carrying two male bicyclists, ages 44 and 15. The SUV's point of impact was the center front end. The 15-year-old passenger bicyclist was partially ejected and suffered contusions and bruises to his lower leg and foot. The 44-year-old bicyclist driver was also partially ejected and sustained abrasions to his head. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors on the SUV driver's part. No safety equipment was used by the bicyclists. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and improper vehicle maneuvers in shared road spaces.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4762863 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing

A 49-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck by a southbound SUV making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and showed inattention, causing knee and lower leg injuries. The pedestrian was left in shock at the intersection.

According to the police report, a 49-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Stuyvesant Avenue and Lexington Avenue in Brooklyn at 16:02. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a southbound 2004 Ford SUV, making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the part of the vehicle operator. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally but failed to yield to the pedestrian legally crossing the street.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4763337 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04