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 5
▸ Crush Injuries 3
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 6
▸ Severe Lacerations 9
▸ Concussion 6
▸ Whiplash 42
▸ Contusion/Bruise 68
▸ Abrasion 72
▸ Pain/Nausea 25
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.
CloseThe Dead Don’t Wait—Why Should We?
Bushwick (East): Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025
The Bodies in the Road
In Bushwick (East), the numbers do not lie. Five dead. Thirteen left with serious injuries. In three and a half years, there have been 1,661 crashes. 824 people hurt.
A 71-year-old woman, crossing in a marked crosswalk, never made it to the other side. A 29-year-old passenger, ejected and crushed. A 49-year-old e-bike rider, thrown and killed by a turning truck. The dead do not speak. The living limp on.
Who Bears the Brunt
Pedestrians and cyclists pay the price. Vans, SUVs, sedans, trucks—they strike the body and keep moving. In the last year alone, two people died. 232 were injured. Seven suffered injuries so severe they may never walk the same. Children are not spared. Sixteen under 18 were hurt in the past year. The young and the old, both broken on the same streets.
What Has Been Done—And What Hasn’t
The city talks of Vision Zero. They say every life matters. They point to new speed cameras, intersection redesigns, and lower speed limits. But in Bushwick (East), the blood keeps flowing. Crashes are down, but injuries are not.
Local leaders have not done enough. The laws are slow. The changes crawl. The silence is loud. There is no record of bold action from those who hold power here. No flood of press releases. No urgent votes. The streets remain the same. The bodies pile up.
What Comes Next
This is not fate. It is policy.
Demand more. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand protected bike lanes. Demand enforcement that protects the walker, not the driver. Do not wait for another name to be added to the list.
Citations
Other Representatives
District 54
366 Cornelia St., Brooklyn, NY 11237
Room 526, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 37
1945 Broadway, Brooklyn, NY 11207
718-642-8664
250 Broadway, Suite 1754, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7284
District 18
212 Evergreen Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11221
Room 514, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Bushwick (East) Bushwick (East) sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 83, District 37, AD 54, SD 18, Brooklyn CB4.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Bushwick (East)
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Sedan driver rear-ends moped on Irving▸Sep 18 - Southbound sedan driver hit a slowing moped on Irving Avenue at Cornelia Street. The 21-year-old rider was partially ejected and hurt in the leg. Police recorded driver inattention and driver inexperience.
"According to the police report, a southbound sedan driver going straight hit the back of a southbound moped that was slowing on Irving Avenue at Cornelia Street in Brooklyn at 12:25 a.m." The 21-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered a leg injury and shock. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as a contributing factor. Police also recorded Driver Inexperience for the sedan driver. The moped showed rear-end damage; the sedan had front-end damage. Both vehicles traveled southbound. The crash injured a vulnerable rider.
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Driver Fails to Yield, Hits Teen Pedestrian▸Sep 13 - A driver in a sedan went east on Bushwick Avenue and hit a 14-year-old boy near Halsey Street. The teen went down with arm abrasions. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
Police say a driver in a 2016 sedan, traveling east on Bushwick Avenue at Halsey Street in Brooklyn, went straight and hit a 14-year-old pedestrian. The boy suffered arm abrasions and stayed conscious. The crash was reported at about 7:40 p.m. on September 13, 2025. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was recorded for the driver. Impact and damage were to the center front end. The pedestrian was reported in the roadway and not at an intersection. The report also noted "Other Actions in Roadway" for the pedestrian. The driver was licensed, per the record.
10
Bus driver hits cyclist at Madison and Evergreen▸Sep 10 - A bus driver going east on Madison hit a southbound cyclist at Evergreen. The rider, 64, stayed conscious with a bruised back. Police recorded driver inattention by the bus driver.
A bus driver going east on Madison Street hit a southbound cyclist at Evergreen Avenue in Brooklyn. The 64-year-old man suffered a back contusion and remained conscious at the scene. According to the police report, both were going straight, the bus’s point of impact was the center front, and police recorded driver inattention/distraction by the bus driver. The crash was logged at 16:16 at Madison St and Evergreen Ave. The bus carried passengers; their injuries were listed as unspecified. The cyclist was listed as partially ejected from the bike.
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Cyclist hits man off Bushwick Avenue▸Sep 4 - A northbound cyclist hit a 46-year-old man off the roadway at 1341 Bushwick Ave. The man suffered a leg bruise and stayed conscious. Police recorded Driver Inexperience.
According to the police report, a cyclist traveling north and going straight hit a 46-year-old man at 1341 Bushwick Ave in Brooklyn. The report notes the man was not in the roadway and not at an intersection. He suffered a contusion to his knee, lower leg, and foot and was conscious. Police recorded Driver Inexperience by the cyclist. The bicycle was recorded with no damage. The crash is listed under collision ID 4839730 and occurred at 7:16 p.m. The dataset lists the vehicle type as Bike and the victim as a Pedestrian. No other people were named.
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SUV strikes woman in Wyckoff crosswalk▸Aug 30 - Southbound SUV cut lanes on Wyckoff and hit a 28‑year‑old woman at Halsey. She went down hard. Knee torn. Sirens in the grit. The driver kept moving wrong. The street let it happen.
A southbound SUV on Wyckoff Ave at Halsey St struck a 28-year-old pedestrian in the intersection. She suffered a lower-leg injury and abrasions. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” and “Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.” The data lists driver behavior before impact as “Avoiding Object in Roadway,” and the point of impact was the center front end. Driver errors cited include improper passing or lane usage. After those factors, the report notes the pedestrian was “Crossing Against Signal.” The vehicle is recorded as having no damage, underscoring the force borne by the person, not the car.
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SUV tailgates, strikes cyclist on Central▸Aug 29 - Southbound SUV crowded a rider on Central and Weirfield. The bike took the hit. The man went down, hurt and conscious. Tailgating and distraction marked the crash. Night street. Thin margin. Steel wins. Flesh pays.
A southbound SUV making a left at Central Ave and Weirfield St hit a southbound bicyclist. The cyclist, a 38-year-old man, was injured and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Following Too Closely, Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data flags driver errors: Following Too Closely and distraction by the SUV driver. The bicycle showed front-end impact; the SUV showed damage to its left front quarter panel. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The report lists the bicyclist’s safety equipment as None, but that comes after the driver’s failures noted by police.
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Box Truck Left-Turn Hits Crosswalk Pedestrian▸Aug 29 - The driver of a box truck turned left and hit a 41-year-old man crossing with the signal at Irving Ave and Halsey. He suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and remained conscious. Police recorded failure to yield and inattention.
The driver of a 2024 Hino box truck turned left on Irving Ave at Halsey and hit a 41-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report attributes those driver errors to the truck operator. The point of impact was the truck’s left rear bumper. The vehicle showed no damage.
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Teen passenger hurt in Bushwick crash▸Aug 25 - Two sedans met at Central and Weirfield. Metal hit metal. A teen passenger was hurt. Night streets. Hard stop. Parked car took the extra blow. Paper lists inexperience and vague vehicle faults. People pay. Cars keep coming.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Central Ave and Weirfield St in Brooklyn, with a parked Toyota also struck. A 13-year-old front-seat passenger was injured; multiple occupants reported unspecified injuries. The data cites Driver Inexperience and Other Vehicular as contributing factors. One driver held only a permit. Both moving vehicles were traveling straight, and each showed left-front damage, signaling a failure to manage right-of-way and space at the intersection. The parked car suffered right-front damage from the chain of impact. No pedestrian or cyclist injuries were recorded in this report.
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Driver in SUV Clips Cyclist on Myrtle▸Aug 23 - A driver in an SUV clipped an 18-year-old cyclist on Myrtle Avenue. The rider fell and suffered an abrasion to his arm. He remained conscious. Police listed driver inattention/distraction as a contributing factor.
A driver in an SUV traveling east struck the rear of a bicycle near 1438 Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, an 18-year-old man, suffered injuries to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash involved an "SUV" and a "Bike," with "Driver Inattention/Distraction" listed as a contributing factor. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as the driver error. The SUV's right front bumper struck the bike's center back end. Vehicle data show the SUV was going straight ahead at the time of impact.
15
Left-turn sedan hits two motorcycle riders▸Aug 15 - A left-turn sedan cut across Gates Ave at Wilson Ave and struck an eastbound motorcycle. Two 18-year-old riders were ejected. The passenger bled heavily from a head wound; the driver suffered leg injuries. Police recorded driver inattention.
A Toyota sedan turned left at Gates Ave and Wilson Ave and collided with an eastbound motorcycle carrying two people. Two 18-year-olds were ejected. The passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding; the motorcycle driver suffered knee and lower-leg injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report lists driver inattention for the involved parties. The sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. Police recorded left-front impact on both vehicles and logged the injuries sustained by the motorcycle occupants.
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Distracted driver hits woman on Gates▸Aug 13 - A sedan rolled east on Gates. The driver drifted, distracted. He struck a 21‑year‑old woman crossing midblock. She went down, clutching her arm. Sirens cut the heat. The car showed no damage. The street did the harm.
A Honda sedan traveling east struck a 21-year-old pedestrian near 1467 Gates Ave in Brooklyn. She was injured in the shoulder and arm. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for the crash. The driver was licensed and the car had no reported damage to speak of, with impact at the center back end noted. The pedestrian was crossing outside an intersection. Driver inattention is the cited error throughout the report, including for the driver and listed occupants. No other contributing factors are documented beyond “Unspecified.”
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SUV Left Turn Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 8 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Wilson Ave and hit a southbound motorcycle. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. Police recorded driver inattention and failure to yield.
A driver in an SUV made a left turn on Wilson Ave at Bleecker St and collided with a southbound motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, 34, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to the entire body. The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center front end, damaging both vehicles. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' were listed as contributing factors. The rider was reported in shock. No other serious injuries were recorded at the scene in Brooklyn's 83rd precinct at 18:20.
7
Salazar Backs Safety‑Boosting Morgan Avenue Redesign▸Aug 7 - A pedestrian was killed on Morgan Avenue — the third in three years. Advocates call for protected bike lanes and mid-block crossings. Officials back the push. The city has not redesigned the street. Danger remains.
Bill number: none. Status: infrastructure safety advocacy with no committee action. Key date: August 7, 2025 (reporting and renewed calls). The matter: "Three Years, Three Deaths: Advocates Want DOT To Make Morgan Avenue Safe." Council Member Jennifer Gutiérrez publicly backed the redesign and warned of urgency, saying, "Every single death... is 100 percentable preventable." State Sen. Julia Salazar and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher also supported the push. Advocates demand a protected bike lane, mid-block crossings, and new loading zones. The lack of significant street redesign after repeated fatalities perpetuates unsafe conditions for pedestrians and cyclists, discouraging active transportation and failing to address systemic risks. Advocates plan a community speak-out to press DOT for action.
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Three Years, Three Deaths: Advocates Want DOT To Make Morgan Avenue Safe,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
31
City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection▸Jul 31 - Crews tore out three blocks of Bedford’s protected bike lane. Barriers gone. Riders now face traffic, steel, and risk. The city moves the lane, strips its shield, leaves cyclists exposed.
NY1 reported on July 31, 2025, that city crews began removing a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue between Willoughby and Flushing. The lane, once shielded from traffic, will be replaced with an unprotected version. NY1 notes, 'The lane is being shifted from its current position next to the sidewalk to the other side of parked cars.' This change eliminates the physical barrier that separated cyclists from moving vehicles. The move raises questions about city policy and the safety of vulnerable road users on this busy Brooklyn stretch.
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City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-31
30
Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting Measure▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
""Universal daylighting is a proven, effective way to make our streets safer for pedestrians, bikers and drivers."" -- Sandy Nurse
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
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NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
28
Driver Fails to Yield on Wilson; Cyclist Injured▸Jul 28 - A driver in a Ford SUV hit a 53-year-old cyclist at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider suffered arm and hand abrasions.
A 53-year-old cyclist was injured when the driver of a Ford SUV hit him at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a 2019 Ford SUV traveling south and a bicycle traveling west. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his lower arm and hand. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the SUV had been stopped in traffic, and the cyclist was going straight ahead. Impact points were the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end.
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Left‑Turn Driver Collides With Northbound Sedan▸Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
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Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
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Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Wage Hike For Delivery Workers▸Jul 17 - Council raised pay for grocery deliveristas. EMTs now earn less. Delivery workers face city streets daily. Council chose their risk. First responders left behind.
On July 17, 2025, the NYC Council passed a bill raising minimum pay for app-based grocery delivery workers to $21.44 per hour. The bill, sponsored by Council Member Sandy Nurse, matches earlier raises for restaurant deliveristas. The matter summary: 'the NYC Council approved on Monday a pay increase for app-based grocery-delivery workers.' Speaker Adrienne Adams and Justin Brannan backed higher EMT pay, but the bill leaves FDNY EMTs earning less than delivery workers. Safety analysts found no direct impact on pedestrians or cyclists: 'The pay increase for app-based delivery workers does not directly affect the safety of pedestrians or cyclists, nor does it impact street design, mode shift, or driver accountability.'
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FDNY EMT outrage: First responders now earn less than grocery delivery workers after NYC Council vote,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-17
Sep 18 - Southbound sedan driver hit a slowing moped on Irving Avenue at Cornelia Street. The 21-year-old rider was partially ejected and hurt in the leg. Police recorded driver inattention and driver inexperience.
"According to the police report, a southbound sedan driver going straight hit the back of a southbound moped that was slowing on Irving Avenue at Cornelia Street in Brooklyn at 12:25 a.m." The 21-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered a leg injury and shock. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as a contributing factor. Police also recorded Driver Inexperience for the sedan driver. The moped showed rear-end damage; the sedan had front-end damage. Both vehicles traveled southbound. The crash injured a vulnerable rider.
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Driver Fails to Yield, Hits Teen Pedestrian▸Sep 13 - A driver in a sedan went east on Bushwick Avenue and hit a 14-year-old boy near Halsey Street. The teen went down with arm abrasions. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
Police say a driver in a 2016 sedan, traveling east on Bushwick Avenue at Halsey Street in Brooklyn, went straight and hit a 14-year-old pedestrian. The boy suffered arm abrasions and stayed conscious. The crash was reported at about 7:40 p.m. on September 13, 2025. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was recorded for the driver. Impact and damage were to the center front end. The pedestrian was reported in the roadway and not at an intersection. The report also noted "Other Actions in Roadway" for the pedestrian. The driver was licensed, per the record.
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Bus driver hits cyclist at Madison and Evergreen▸Sep 10 - A bus driver going east on Madison hit a southbound cyclist at Evergreen. The rider, 64, stayed conscious with a bruised back. Police recorded driver inattention by the bus driver.
A bus driver going east on Madison Street hit a southbound cyclist at Evergreen Avenue in Brooklyn. The 64-year-old man suffered a back contusion and remained conscious at the scene. According to the police report, both were going straight, the bus’s point of impact was the center front, and police recorded driver inattention/distraction by the bus driver. The crash was logged at 16:16 at Madison St and Evergreen Ave. The bus carried passengers; their injuries were listed as unspecified. The cyclist was listed as partially ejected from the bike.
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Cyclist hits man off Bushwick Avenue▸Sep 4 - A northbound cyclist hit a 46-year-old man off the roadway at 1341 Bushwick Ave. The man suffered a leg bruise and stayed conscious. Police recorded Driver Inexperience.
According to the police report, a cyclist traveling north and going straight hit a 46-year-old man at 1341 Bushwick Ave in Brooklyn. The report notes the man was not in the roadway and not at an intersection. He suffered a contusion to his knee, lower leg, and foot and was conscious. Police recorded Driver Inexperience by the cyclist. The bicycle was recorded with no damage. The crash is listed under collision ID 4839730 and occurred at 7:16 p.m. The dataset lists the vehicle type as Bike and the victim as a Pedestrian. No other people were named.
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SUV strikes woman in Wyckoff crosswalk▸Aug 30 - Southbound SUV cut lanes on Wyckoff and hit a 28‑year‑old woman at Halsey. She went down hard. Knee torn. Sirens in the grit. The driver kept moving wrong. The street let it happen.
A southbound SUV on Wyckoff Ave at Halsey St struck a 28-year-old pedestrian in the intersection. She suffered a lower-leg injury and abrasions. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” and “Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.” The data lists driver behavior before impact as “Avoiding Object in Roadway,” and the point of impact was the center front end. Driver errors cited include improper passing or lane usage. After those factors, the report notes the pedestrian was “Crossing Against Signal.” The vehicle is recorded as having no damage, underscoring the force borne by the person, not the car.
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SUV tailgates, strikes cyclist on Central▸Aug 29 - Southbound SUV crowded a rider on Central and Weirfield. The bike took the hit. The man went down, hurt and conscious. Tailgating and distraction marked the crash. Night street. Thin margin. Steel wins. Flesh pays.
A southbound SUV making a left at Central Ave and Weirfield St hit a southbound bicyclist. The cyclist, a 38-year-old man, was injured and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Following Too Closely, Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data flags driver errors: Following Too Closely and distraction by the SUV driver. The bicycle showed front-end impact; the SUV showed damage to its left front quarter panel. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The report lists the bicyclist’s safety equipment as None, but that comes after the driver’s failures noted by police.
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Box Truck Left-Turn Hits Crosswalk Pedestrian▸Aug 29 - The driver of a box truck turned left and hit a 41-year-old man crossing with the signal at Irving Ave and Halsey. He suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and remained conscious. Police recorded failure to yield and inattention.
The driver of a 2024 Hino box truck turned left on Irving Ave at Halsey and hit a 41-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report attributes those driver errors to the truck operator. The point of impact was the truck’s left rear bumper. The vehicle showed no damage.
25
Teen passenger hurt in Bushwick crash▸Aug 25 - Two sedans met at Central and Weirfield. Metal hit metal. A teen passenger was hurt. Night streets. Hard stop. Parked car took the extra blow. Paper lists inexperience and vague vehicle faults. People pay. Cars keep coming.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Central Ave and Weirfield St in Brooklyn, with a parked Toyota also struck. A 13-year-old front-seat passenger was injured; multiple occupants reported unspecified injuries. The data cites Driver Inexperience and Other Vehicular as contributing factors. One driver held only a permit. Both moving vehicles were traveling straight, and each showed left-front damage, signaling a failure to manage right-of-way and space at the intersection. The parked car suffered right-front damage from the chain of impact. No pedestrian or cyclist injuries were recorded in this report.
23
Driver in SUV Clips Cyclist on Myrtle▸Aug 23 - A driver in an SUV clipped an 18-year-old cyclist on Myrtle Avenue. The rider fell and suffered an abrasion to his arm. He remained conscious. Police listed driver inattention/distraction as a contributing factor.
A driver in an SUV traveling east struck the rear of a bicycle near 1438 Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, an 18-year-old man, suffered injuries to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash involved an "SUV" and a "Bike," with "Driver Inattention/Distraction" listed as a contributing factor. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as the driver error. The SUV's right front bumper struck the bike's center back end. Vehicle data show the SUV was going straight ahead at the time of impact.
15
Left-turn sedan hits two motorcycle riders▸Aug 15 - A left-turn sedan cut across Gates Ave at Wilson Ave and struck an eastbound motorcycle. Two 18-year-old riders were ejected. The passenger bled heavily from a head wound; the driver suffered leg injuries. Police recorded driver inattention.
A Toyota sedan turned left at Gates Ave and Wilson Ave and collided with an eastbound motorcycle carrying two people. Two 18-year-olds were ejected. The passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding; the motorcycle driver suffered knee and lower-leg injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report lists driver inattention for the involved parties. The sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. Police recorded left-front impact on both vehicles and logged the injuries sustained by the motorcycle occupants.
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Distracted driver hits woman on Gates▸Aug 13 - A sedan rolled east on Gates. The driver drifted, distracted. He struck a 21‑year‑old woman crossing midblock. She went down, clutching her arm. Sirens cut the heat. The car showed no damage. The street did the harm.
A Honda sedan traveling east struck a 21-year-old pedestrian near 1467 Gates Ave in Brooklyn. She was injured in the shoulder and arm. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for the crash. The driver was licensed and the car had no reported damage to speak of, with impact at the center back end noted. The pedestrian was crossing outside an intersection. Driver inattention is the cited error throughout the report, including for the driver and listed occupants. No other contributing factors are documented beyond “Unspecified.”
8
SUV Left Turn Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 8 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Wilson Ave and hit a southbound motorcycle. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. Police recorded driver inattention and failure to yield.
A driver in an SUV made a left turn on Wilson Ave at Bleecker St and collided with a southbound motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, 34, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to the entire body. The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center front end, damaging both vehicles. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' were listed as contributing factors. The rider was reported in shock. No other serious injuries were recorded at the scene in Brooklyn's 83rd precinct at 18:20.
7
Salazar Backs Safety‑Boosting Morgan Avenue Redesign▸Aug 7 - A pedestrian was killed on Morgan Avenue — the third in three years. Advocates call for protected bike lanes and mid-block crossings. Officials back the push. The city has not redesigned the street. Danger remains.
Bill number: none. Status: infrastructure safety advocacy with no committee action. Key date: August 7, 2025 (reporting and renewed calls). The matter: "Three Years, Three Deaths: Advocates Want DOT To Make Morgan Avenue Safe." Council Member Jennifer Gutiérrez publicly backed the redesign and warned of urgency, saying, "Every single death... is 100 percentable preventable." State Sen. Julia Salazar and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher also supported the push. Advocates demand a protected bike lane, mid-block crossings, and new loading zones. The lack of significant street redesign after repeated fatalities perpetuates unsafe conditions for pedestrians and cyclists, discouraging active transportation and failing to address systemic risks. Advocates plan a community speak-out to press DOT for action.
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Three Years, Three Deaths: Advocates Want DOT To Make Morgan Avenue Safe,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
31
City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection▸Jul 31 - Crews tore out three blocks of Bedford’s protected bike lane. Barriers gone. Riders now face traffic, steel, and risk. The city moves the lane, strips its shield, leaves cyclists exposed.
NY1 reported on July 31, 2025, that city crews began removing a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue between Willoughby and Flushing. The lane, once shielded from traffic, will be replaced with an unprotected version. NY1 notes, 'The lane is being shifted from its current position next to the sidewalk to the other side of parked cars.' This change eliminates the physical barrier that separated cyclists from moving vehicles. The move raises questions about city policy and the safety of vulnerable road users on this busy Brooklyn stretch.
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City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-31
30
Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting Measure▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
""Universal daylighting is a proven, effective way to make our streets safer for pedestrians, bikers and drivers."" -- Sandy Nurse
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
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NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
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Driver Fails to Yield on Wilson; Cyclist Injured▸Jul 28 - A driver in a Ford SUV hit a 53-year-old cyclist at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider suffered arm and hand abrasions.
A 53-year-old cyclist was injured when the driver of a Ford SUV hit him at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a 2019 Ford SUV traveling south and a bicycle traveling west. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his lower arm and hand. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the SUV had been stopped in traffic, and the cyclist was going straight ahead. Impact points were the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end.
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Left‑Turn Driver Collides With Northbound Sedan▸Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
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Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
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Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Wage Hike For Delivery Workers▸Jul 17 - Council raised pay for grocery deliveristas. EMTs now earn less. Delivery workers face city streets daily. Council chose their risk. First responders left behind.
On July 17, 2025, the NYC Council passed a bill raising minimum pay for app-based grocery delivery workers to $21.44 per hour. The bill, sponsored by Council Member Sandy Nurse, matches earlier raises for restaurant deliveristas. The matter summary: 'the NYC Council approved on Monday a pay increase for app-based grocery-delivery workers.' Speaker Adrienne Adams and Justin Brannan backed higher EMT pay, but the bill leaves FDNY EMTs earning less than delivery workers. Safety analysts found no direct impact on pedestrians or cyclists: 'The pay increase for app-based delivery workers does not directly affect the safety of pedestrians or cyclists, nor does it impact street design, mode shift, or driver accountability.'
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FDNY EMT outrage: First responders now earn less than grocery delivery workers after NYC Council vote,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-17
Sep 13 - A driver in a sedan went east on Bushwick Avenue and hit a 14-year-old boy near Halsey Street. The teen went down with arm abrasions. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
Police say a driver in a 2016 sedan, traveling east on Bushwick Avenue at Halsey Street in Brooklyn, went straight and hit a 14-year-old pedestrian. The boy suffered arm abrasions and stayed conscious. The crash was reported at about 7:40 p.m. on September 13, 2025. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was recorded for the driver. Impact and damage were to the center front end. The pedestrian was reported in the roadway and not at an intersection. The report also noted "Other Actions in Roadway" for the pedestrian. The driver was licensed, per the record.
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Bus driver hits cyclist at Madison and Evergreen▸Sep 10 - A bus driver going east on Madison hit a southbound cyclist at Evergreen. The rider, 64, stayed conscious with a bruised back. Police recorded driver inattention by the bus driver.
A bus driver going east on Madison Street hit a southbound cyclist at Evergreen Avenue in Brooklyn. The 64-year-old man suffered a back contusion and remained conscious at the scene. According to the police report, both were going straight, the bus’s point of impact was the center front, and police recorded driver inattention/distraction by the bus driver. The crash was logged at 16:16 at Madison St and Evergreen Ave. The bus carried passengers; their injuries were listed as unspecified. The cyclist was listed as partially ejected from the bike.
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Cyclist hits man off Bushwick Avenue▸Sep 4 - A northbound cyclist hit a 46-year-old man off the roadway at 1341 Bushwick Ave. The man suffered a leg bruise and stayed conscious. Police recorded Driver Inexperience.
According to the police report, a cyclist traveling north and going straight hit a 46-year-old man at 1341 Bushwick Ave in Brooklyn. The report notes the man was not in the roadway and not at an intersection. He suffered a contusion to his knee, lower leg, and foot and was conscious. Police recorded Driver Inexperience by the cyclist. The bicycle was recorded with no damage. The crash is listed under collision ID 4839730 and occurred at 7:16 p.m. The dataset lists the vehicle type as Bike and the victim as a Pedestrian. No other people were named.
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SUV strikes woman in Wyckoff crosswalk▸Aug 30 - Southbound SUV cut lanes on Wyckoff and hit a 28‑year‑old woman at Halsey. She went down hard. Knee torn. Sirens in the grit. The driver kept moving wrong. The street let it happen.
A southbound SUV on Wyckoff Ave at Halsey St struck a 28-year-old pedestrian in the intersection. She suffered a lower-leg injury and abrasions. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” and “Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.” The data lists driver behavior before impact as “Avoiding Object in Roadway,” and the point of impact was the center front end. Driver errors cited include improper passing or lane usage. After those factors, the report notes the pedestrian was “Crossing Against Signal.” The vehicle is recorded as having no damage, underscoring the force borne by the person, not the car.
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SUV tailgates, strikes cyclist on Central▸Aug 29 - Southbound SUV crowded a rider on Central and Weirfield. The bike took the hit. The man went down, hurt and conscious. Tailgating and distraction marked the crash. Night street. Thin margin. Steel wins. Flesh pays.
A southbound SUV making a left at Central Ave and Weirfield St hit a southbound bicyclist. The cyclist, a 38-year-old man, was injured and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Following Too Closely, Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data flags driver errors: Following Too Closely and distraction by the SUV driver. The bicycle showed front-end impact; the SUV showed damage to its left front quarter panel. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The report lists the bicyclist’s safety equipment as None, but that comes after the driver’s failures noted by police.
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Box Truck Left-Turn Hits Crosswalk Pedestrian▸Aug 29 - The driver of a box truck turned left and hit a 41-year-old man crossing with the signal at Irving Ave and Halsey. He suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and remained conscious. Police recorded failure to yield and inattention.
The driver of a 2024 Hino box truck turned left on Irving Ave at Halsey and hit a 41-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report attributes those driver errors to the truck operator. The point of impact was the truck’s left rear bumper. The vehicle showed no damage.
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Teen passenger hurt in Bushwick crash▸Aug 25 - Two sedans met at Central and Weirfield. Metal hit metal. A teen passenger was hurt. Night streets. Hard stop. Parked car took the extra blow. Paper lists inexperience and vague vehicle faults. People pay. Cars keep coming.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Central Ave and Weirfield St in Brooklyn, with a parked Toyota also struck. A 13-year-old front-seat passenger was injured; multiple occupants reported unspecified injuries. The data cites Driver Inexperience and Other Vehicular as contributing factors. One driver held only a permit. Both moving vehicles were traveling straight, and each showed left-front damage, signaling a failure to manage right-of-way and space at the intersection. The parked car suffered right-front damage from the chain of impact. No pedestrian or cyclist injuries were recorded in this report.
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Driver in SUV Clips Cyclist on Myrtle▸Aug 23 - A driver in an SUV clipped an 18-year-old cyclist on Myrtle Avenue. The rider fell and suffered an abrasion to his arm. He remained conscious. Police listed driver inattention/distraction as a contributing factor.
A driver in an SUV traveling east struck the rear of a bicycle near 1438 Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, an 18-year-old man, suffered injuries to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash involved an "SUV" and a "Bike," with "Driver Inattention/Distraction" listed as a contributing factor. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as the driver error. The SUV's right front bumper struck the bike's center back end. Vehicle data show the SUV was going straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Left-turn sedan hits two motorcycle riders▸Aug 15 - A left-turn sedan cut across Gates Ave at Wilson Ave and struck an eastbound motorcycle. Two 18-year-old riders were ejected. The passenger bled heavily from a head wound; the driver suffered leg injuries. Police recorded driver inattention.
A Toyota sedan turned left at Gates Ave and Wilson Ave and collided with an eastbound motorcycle carrying two people. Two 18-year-olds were ejected. The passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding; the motorcycle driver suffered knee and lower-leg injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report lists driver inattention for the involved parties. The sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. Police recorded left-front impact on both vehicles and logged the injuries sustained by the motorcycle occupants.
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Distracted driver hits woman on Gates▸Aug 13 - A sedan rolled east on Gates. The driver drifted, distracted. He struck a 21‑year‑old woman crossing midblock. She went down, clutching her arm. Sirens cut the heat. The car showed no damage. The street did the harm.
A Honda sedan traveling east struck a 21-year-old pedestrian near 1467 Gates Ave in Brooklyn. She was injured in the shoulder and arm. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for the crash. The driver was licensed and the car had no reported damage to speak of, with impact at the center back end noted. The pedestrian was crossing outside an intersection. Driver inattention is the cited error throughout the report, including for the driver and listed occupants. No other contributing factors are documented beyond “Unspecified.”
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SUV Left Turn Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 8 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Wilson Ave and hit a southbound motorcycle. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. Police recorded driver inattention and failure to yield.
A driver in an SUV made a left turn on Wilson Ave at Bleecker St and collided with a southbound motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, 34, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to the entire body. The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center front end, damaging both vehicles. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' were listed as contributing factors. The rider was reported in shock. No other serious injuries were recorded at the scene in Brooklyn's 83rd precinct at 18:20.
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Salazar Backs Safety‑Boosting Morgan Avenue Redesign▸Aug 7 - A pedestrian was killed on Morgan Avenue — the third in three years. Advocates call for protected bike lanes and mid-block crossings. Officials back the push. The city has not redesigned the street. Danger remains.
Bill number: none. Status: infrastructure safety advocacy with no committee action. Key date: August 7, 2025 (reporting and renewed calls). The matter: "Three Years, Three Deaths: Advocates Want DOT To Make Morgan Avenue Safe." Council Member Jennifer Gutiérrez publicly backed the redesign and warned of urgency, saying, "Every single death... is 100 percentable preventable." State Sen. Julia Salazar and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher also supported the push. Advocates demand a protected bike lane, mid-block crossings, and new loading zones. The lack of significant street redesign after repeated fatalities perpetuates unsafe conditions for pedestrians and cyclists, discouraging active transportation and failing to address systemic risks. Advocates plan a community speak-out to press DOT for action.
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Three Years, Three Deaths: Advocates Want DOT To Make Morgan Avenue Safe,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
31
City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection▸Jul 31 - Crews tore out three blocks of Bedford’s protected bike lane. Barriers gone. Riders now face traffic, steel, and risk. The city moves the lane, strips its shield, leaves cyclists exposed.
NY1 reported on July 31, 2025, that city crews began removing a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue between Willoughby and Flushing. The lane, once shielded from traffic, will be replaced with an unprotected version. NY1 notes, 'The lane is being shifted from its current position next to the sidewalk to the other side of parked cars.' This change eliminates the physical barrier that separated cyclists from moving vehicles. The move raises questions about city policy and the safety of vulnerable road users on this busy Brooklyn stretch.
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City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-31
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Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting Measure▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
""Universal daylighting is a proven, effective way to make our streets safer for pedestrians, bikers and drivers."" -- Sandy Nurse
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
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NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
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Driver Fails to Yield on Wilson; Cyclist Injured▸Jul 28 - A driver in a Ford SUV hit a 53-year-old cyclist at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider suffered arm and hand abrasions.
A 53-year-old cyclist was injured when the driver of a Ford SUV hit him at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a 2019 Ford SUV traveling south and a bicycle traveling west. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his lower arm and hand. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the SUV had been stopped in traffic, and the cyclist was going straight ahead. Impact points were the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end.
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Left‑Turn Driver Collides With Northbound Sedan▸Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
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Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
17
Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Wage Hike For Delivery Workers▸Jul 17 - Council raised pay for grocery deliveristas. EMTs now earn less. Delivery workers face city streets daily. Council chose their risk. First responders left behind.
On July 17, 2025, the NYC Council passed a bill raising minimum pay for app-based grocery delivery workers to $21.44 per hour. The bill, sponsored by Council Member Sandy Nurse, matches earlier raises for restaurant deliveristas. The matter summary: 'the NYC Council approved on Monday a pay increase for app-based grocery-delivery workers.' Speaker Adrienne Adams and Justin Brannan backed higher EMT pay, but the bill leaves FDNY EMTs earning less than delivery workers. Safety analysts found no direct impact on pedestrians or cyclists: 'The pay increase for app-based delivery workers does not directly affect the safety of pedestrians or cyclists, nor does it impact street design, mode shift, or driver accountability.'
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FDNY EMT outrage: First responders now earn less than grocery delivery workers after NYC Council vote,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-17
Sep 10 - A bus driver going east on Madison hit a southbound cyclist at Evergreen. The rider, 64, stayed conscious with a bruised back. Police recorded driver inattention by the bus driver.
A bus driver going east on Madison Street hit a southbound cyclist at Evergreen Avenue in Brooklyn. The 64-year-old man suffered a back contusion and remained conscious at the scene. According to the police report, both were going straight, the bus’s point of impact was the center front, and police recorded driver inattention/distraction by the bus driver. The crash was logged at 16:16 at Madison St and Evergreen Ave. The bus carried passengers; their injuries were listed as unspecified. The cyclist was listed as partially ejected from the bike.
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Cyclist hits man off Bushwick Avenue▸Sep 4 - A northbound cyclist hit a 46-year-old man off the roadway at 1341 Bushwick Ave. The man suffered a leg bruise and stayed conscious. Police recorded Driver Inexperience.
According to the police report, a cyclist traveling north and going straight hit a 46-year-old man at 1341 Bushwick Ave in Brooklyn. The report notes the man was not in the roadway and not at an intersection. He suffered a contusion to his knee, lower leg, and foot and was conscious. Police recorded Driver Inexperience by the cyclist. The bicycle was recorded with no damage. The crash is listed under collision ID 4839730 and occurred at 7:16 p.m. The dataset lists the vehicle type as Bike and the victim as a Pedestrian. No other people were named.
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SUV strikes woman in Wyckoff crosswalk▸Aug 30 - Southbound SUV cut lanes on Wyckoff and hit a 28‑year‑old woman at Halsey. She went down hard. Knee torn. Sirens in the grit. The driver kept moving wrong. The street let it happen.
A southbound SUV on Wyckoff Ave at Halsey St struck a 28-year-old pedestrian in the intersection. She suffered a lower-leg injury and abrasions. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” and “Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.” The data lists driver behavior before impact as “Avoiding Object in Roadway,” and the point of impact was the center front end. Driver errors cited include improper passing or lane usage. After those factors, the report notes the pedestrian was “Crossing Against Signal.” The vehicle is recorded as having no damage, underscoring the force borne by the person, not the car.
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SUV tailgates, strikes cyclist on Central▸Aug 29 - Southbound SUV crowded a rider on Central and Weirfield. The bike took the hit. The man went down, hurt and conscious. Tailgating and distraction marked the crash. Night street. Thin margin. Steel wins. Flesh pays.
A southbound SUV making a left at Central Ave and Weirfield St hit a southbound bicyclist. The cyclist, a 38-year-old man, was injured and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Following Too Closely, Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data flags driver errors: Following Too Closely and distraction by the SUV driver. The bicycle showed front-end impact; the SUV showed damage to its left front quarter panel. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The report lists the bicyclist’s safety equipment as None, but that comes after the driver’s failures noted by police.
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Box Truck Left-Turn Hits Crosswalk Pedestrian▸Aug 29 - The driver of a box truck turned left and hit a 41-year-old man crossing with the signal at Irving Ave and Halsey. He suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and remained conscious. Police recorded failure to yield and inattention.
The driver of a 2024 Hino box truck turned left on Irving Ave at Halsey and hit a 41-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report attributes those driver errors to the truck operator. The point of impact was the truck’s left rear bumper. The vehicle showed no damage.
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Teen passenger hurt in Bushwick crash▸Aug 25 - Two sedans met at Central and Weirfield. Metal hit metal. A teen passenger was hurt. Night streets. Hard stop. Parked car took the extra blow. Paper lists inexperience and vague vehicle faults. People pay. Cars keep coming.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Central Ave and Weirfield St in Brooklyn, with a parked Toyota also struck. A 13-year-old front-seat passenger was injured; multiple occupants reported unspecified injuries. The data cites Driver Inexperience and Other Vehicular as contributing factors. One driver held only a permit. Both moving vehicles were traveling straight, and each showed left-front damage, signaling a failure to manage right-of-way and space at the intersection. The parked car suffered right-front damage from the chain of impact. No pedestrian or cyclist injuries were recorded in this report.
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Driver in SUV Clips Cyclist on Myrtle▸Aug 23 - A driver in an SUV clipped an 18-year-old cyclist on Myrtle Avenue. The rider fell and suffered an abrasion to his arm. He remained conscious. Police listed driver inattention/distraction as a contributing factor.
A driver in an SUV traveling east struck the rear of a bicycle near 1438 Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, an 18-year-old man, suffered injuries to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash involved an "SUV" and a "Bike," with "Driver Inattention/Distraction" listed as a contributing factor. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as the driver error. The SUV's right front bumper struck the bike's center back end. Vehicle data show the SUV was going straight ahead at the time of impact.
15
Left-turn sedan hits two motorcycle riders▸Aug 15 - A left-turn sedan cut across Gates Ave at Wilson Ave and struck an eastbound motorcycle. Two 18-year-old riders were ejected. The passenger bled heavily from a head wound; the driver suffered leg injuries. Police recorded driver inattention.
A Toyota sedan turned left at Gates Ave and Wilson Ave and collided with an eastbound motorcycle carrying two people. Two 18-year-olds were ejected. The passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding; the motorcycle driver suffered knee and lower-leg injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report lists driver inattention for the involved parties. The sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. Police recorded left-front impact on both vehicles and logged the injuries sustained by the motorcycle occupants.
13
Distracted driver hits woman on Gates▸Aug 13 - A sedan rolled east on Gates. The driver drifted, distracted. He struck a 21‑year‑old woman crossing midblock. She went down, clutching her arm. Sirens cut the heat. The car showed no damage. The street did the harm.
A Honda sedan traveling east struck a 21-year-old pedestrian near 1467 Gates Ave in Brooklyn. She was injured in the shoulder and arm. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for the crash. The driver was licensed and the car had no reported damage to speak of, with impact at the center back end noted. The pedestrian was crossing outside an intersection. Driver inattention is the cited error throughout the report, including for the driver and listed occupants. No other contributing factors are documented beyond “Unspecified.”
8
SUV Left Turn Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 8 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Wilson Ave and hit a southbound motorcycle. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. Police recorded driver inattention and failure to yield.
A driver in an SUV made a left turn on Wilson Ave at Bleecker St and collided with a southbound motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, 34, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to the entire body. The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center front end, damaging both vehicles. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' were listed as contributing factors. The rider was reported in shock. No other serious injuries were recorded at the scene in Brooklyn's 83rd precinct at 18:20.
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Salazar Backs Safety‑Boosting Morgan Avenue Redesign▸Aug 7 - A pedestrian was killed on Morgan Avenue — the third in three years. Advocates call for protected bike lanes and mid-block crossings. Officials back the push. The city has not redesigned the street. Danger remains.
Bill number: none. Status: infrastructure safety advocacy with no committee action. Key date: August 7, 2025 (reporting and renewed calls). The matter: "Three Years, Three Deaths: Advocates Want DOT To Make Morgan Avenue Safe." Council Member Jennifer Gutiérrez publicly backed the redesign and warned of urgency, saying, "Every single death... is 100 percentable preventable." State Sen. Julia Salazar and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher also supported the push. Advocates demand a protected bike lane, mid-block crossings, and new loading zones. The lack of significant street redesign after repeated fatalities perpetuates unsafe conditions for pedestrians and cyclists, discouraging active transportation and failing to address systemic risks. Advocates plan a community speak-out to press DOT for action.
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Three Years, Three Deaths: Advocates Want DOT To Make Morgan Avenue Safe,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
31
City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection▸Jul 31 - Crews tore out three blocks of Bedford’s protected bike lane. Barriers gone. Riders now face traffic, steel, and risk. The city moves the lane, strips its shield, leaves cyclists exposed.
NY1 reported on July 31, 2025, that city crews began removing a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue between Willoughby and Flushing. The lane, once shielded from traffic, will be replaced with an unprotected version. NY1 notes, 'The lane is being shifted from its current position next to the sidewalk to the other side of parked cars.' This change eliminates the physical barrier that separated cyclists from moving vehicles. The move raises questions about city policy and the safety of vulnerable road users on this busy Brooklyn stretch.
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City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-31
30
Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting Measure▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
""Universal daylighting is a proven, effective way to make our streets safer for pedestrians, bikers and drivers."" -- Sandy Nurse
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
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NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
28
Driver Fails to Yield on Wilson; Cyclist Injured▸Jul 28 - A driver in a Ford SUV hit a 53-year-old cyclist at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider suffered arm and hand abrasions.
A 53-year-old cyclist was injured when the driver of a Ford SUV hit him at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a 2019 Ford SUV traveling south and a bicycle traveling west. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his lower arm and hand. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the SUV had been stopped in traffic, and the cyclist was going straight ahead. Impact points were the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end.
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Left‑Turn Driver Collides With Northbound Sedan▸Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
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Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
17
Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Wage Hike For Delivery Workers▸Jul 17 - Council raised pay for grocery deliveristas. EMTs now earn less. Delivery workers face city streets daily. Council chose their risk. First responders left behind.
On July 17, 2025, the NYC Council passed a bill raising minimum pay for app-based grocery delivery workers to $21.44 per hour. The bill, sponsored by Council Member Sandy Nurse, matches earlier raises for restaurant deliveristas. The matter summary: 'the NYC Council approved on Monday a pay increase for app-based grocery-delivery workers.' Speaker Adrienne Adams and Justin Brannan backed higher EMT pay, but the bill leaves FDNY EMTs earning less than delivery workers. Safety analysts found no direct impact on pedestrians or cyclists: 'The pay increase for app-based delivery workers does not directly affect the safety of pedestrians or cyclists, nor does it impact street design, mode shift, or driver accountability.'
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FDNY EMT outrage: First responders now earn less than grocery delivery workers after NYC Council vote,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-17
Sep 4 - A northbound cyclist hit a 46-year-old man off the roadway at 1341 Bushwick Ave. The man suffered a leg bruise and stayed conscious. Police recorded Driver Inexperience.
According to the police report, a cyclist traveling north and going straight hit a 46-year-old man at 1341 Bushwick Ave in Brooklyn. The report notes the man was not in the roadway and not at an intersection. He suffered a contusion to his knee, lower leg, and foot and was conscious. Police recorded Driver Inexperience by the cyclist. The bicycle was recorded with no damage. The crash is listed under collision ID 4839730 and occurred at 7:16 p.m. The dataset lists the vehicle type as Bike and the victim as a Pedestrian. No other people were named.
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SUV strikes woman in Wyckoff crosswalk▸Aug 30 - Southbound SUV cut lanes on Wyckoff and hit a 28‑year‑old woman at Halsey. She went down hard. Knee torn. Sirens in the grit. The driver kept moving wrong. The street let it happen.
A southbound SUV on Wyckoff Ave at Halsey St struck a 28-year-old pedestrian in the intersection. She suffered a lower-leg injury and abrasions. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” and “Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.” The data lists driver behavior before impact as “Avoiding Object in Roadway,” and the point of impact was the center front end. Driver errors cited include improper passing or lane usage. After those factors, the report notes the pedestrian was “Crossing Against Signal.” The vehicle is recorded as having no damage, underscoring the force borne by the person, not the car.
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SUV tailgates, strikes cyclist on Central▸Aug 29 - Southbound SUV crowded a rider on Central and Weirfield. The bike took the hit. The man went down, hurt and conscious. Tailgating and distraction marked the crash. Night street. Thin margin. Steel wins. Flesh pays.
A southbound SUV making a left at Central Ave and Weirfield St hit a southbound bicyclist. The cyclist, a 38-year-old man, was injured and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Following Too Closely, Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data flags driver errors: Following Too Closely and distraction by the SUV driver. The bicycle showed front-end impact; the SUV showed damage to its left front quarter panel. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The report lists the bicyclist’s safety equipment as None, but that comes after the driver’s failures noted by police.
29
Box Truck Left-Turn Hits Crosswalk Pedestrian▸Aug 29 - The driver of a box truck turned left and hit a 41-year-old man crossing with the signal at Irving Ave and Halsey. He suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and remained conscious. Police recorded failure to yield and inattention.
The driver of a 2024 Hino box truck turned left on Irving Ave at Halsey and hit a 41-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report attributes those driver errors to the truck operator. The point of impact was the truck’s left rear bumper. The vehicle showed no damage.
25
Teen passenger hurt in Bushwick crash▸Aug 25 - Two sedans met at Central and Weirfield. Metal hit metal. A teen passenger was hurt. Night streets. Hard stop. Parked car took the extra blow. Paper lists inexperience and vague vehicle faults. People pay. Cars keep coming.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Central Ave and Weirfield St in Brooklyn, with a parked Toyota also struck. A 13-year-old front-seat passenger was injured; multiple occupants reported unspecified injuries. The data cites Driver Inexperience and Other Vehicular as contributing factors. One driver held only a permit. Both moving vehicles were traveling straight, and each showed left-front damage, signaling a failure to manage right-of-way and space at the intersection. The parked car suffered right-front damage from the chain of impact. No pedestrian or cyclist injuries were recorded in this report.
23
Driver in SUV Clips Cyclist on Myrtle▸Aug 23 - A driver in an SUV clipped an 18-year-old cyclist on Myrtle Avenue. The rider fell and suffered an abrasion to his arm. He remained conscious. Police listed driver inattention/distraction as a contributing factor.
A driver in an SUV traveling east struck the rear of a bicycle near 1438 Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, an 18-year-old man, suffered injuries to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash involved an "SUV" and a "Bike," with "Driver Inattention/Distraction" listed as a contributing factor. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as the driver error. The SUV's right front bumper struck the bike's center back end. Vehicle data show the SUV was going straight ahead at the time of impact.
15
Left-turn sedan hits two motorcycle riders▸Aug 15 - A left-turn sedan cut across Gates Ave at Wilson Ave and struck an eastbound motorcycle. Two 18-year-old riders were ejected. The passenger bled heavily from a head wound; the driver suffered leg injuries. Police recorded driver inattention.
A Toyota sedan turned left at Gates Ave and Wilson Ave and collided with an eastbound motorcycle carrying two people. Two 18-year-olds were ejected. The passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding; the motorcycle driver suffered knee and lower-leg injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report lists driver inattention for the involved parties. The sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. Police recorded left-front impact on both vehicles and logged the injuries sustained by the motorcycle occupants.
13
Distracted driver hits woman on Gates▸Aug 13 - A sedan rolled east on Gates. The driver drifted, distracted. He struck a 21‑year‑old woman crossing midblock. She went down, clutching her arm. Sirens cut the heat. The car showed no damage. The street did the harm.
A Honda sedan traveling east struck a 21-year-old pedestrian near 1467 Gates Ave in Brooklyn. She was injured in the shoulder and arm. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for the crash. The driver was licensed and the car had no reported damage to speak of, with impact at the center back end noted. The pedestrian was crossing outside an intersection. Driver inattention is the cited error throughout the report, including for the driver and listed occupants. No other contributing factors are documented beyond “Unspecified.”
8
SUV Left Turn Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 8 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Wilson Ave and hit a southbound motorcycle. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. Police recorded driver inattention and failure to yield.
A driver in an SUV made a left turn on Wilson Ave at Bleecker St and collided with a southbound motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, 34, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to the entire body. The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center front end, damaging both vehicles. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' were listed as contributing factors. The rider was reported in shock. No other serious injuries were recorded at the scene in Brooklyn's 83rd precinct at 18:20.
7
Salazar Backs Safety‑Boosting Morgan Avenue Redesign▸Aug 7 - A pedestrian was killed on Morgan Avenue — the third in three years. Advocates call for protected bike lanes and mid-block crossings. Officials back the push. The city has not redesigned the street. Danger remains.
Bill number: none. Status: infrastructure safety advocacy with no committee action. Key date: August 7, 2025 (reporting and renewed calls). The matter: "Three Years, Three Deaths: Advocates Want DOT To Make Morgan Avenue Safe." Council Member Jennifer Gutiérrez publicly backed the redesign and warned of urgency, saying, "Every single death... is 100 percentable preventable." State Sen. Julia Salazar and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher also supported the push. Advocates demand a protected bike lane, mid-block crossings, and new loading zones. The lack of significant street redesign after repeated fatalities perpetuates unsafe conditions for pedestrians and cyclists, discouraging active transportation and failing to address systemic risks. Advocates plan a community speak-out to press DOT for action.
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Three Years, Three Deaths: Advocates Want DOT To Make Morgan Avenue Safe,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
31
City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection▸Jul 31 - Crews tore out three blocks of Bedford’s protected bike lane. Barriers gone. Riders now face traffic, steel, and risk. The city moves the lane, strips its shield, leaves cyclists exposed.
NY1 reported on July 31, 2025, that city crews began removing a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue between Willoughby and Flushing. The lane, once shielded from traffic, will be replaced with an unprotected version. NY1 notes, 'The lane is being shifted from its current position next to the sidewalk to the other side of parked cars.' This change eliminates the physical barrier that separated cyclists from moving vehicles. The move raises questions about city policy and the safety of vulnerable road users on this busy Brooklyn stretch.
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City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-31
30
Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting Measure▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
""Universal daylighting is a proven, effective way to make our streets safer for pedestrians, bikers and drivers."" -- Sandy Nurse
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
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NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
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Driver Fails to Yield on Wilson; Cyclist Injured▸Jul 28 - A driver in a Ford SUV hit a 53-year-old cyclist at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider suffered arm and hand abrasions.
A 53-year-old cyclist was injured when the driver of a Ford SUV hit him at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a 2019 Ford SUV traveling south and a bicycle traveling west. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his lower arm and hand. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the SUV had been stopped in traffic, and the cyclist was going straight ahead. Impact points were the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end.
24
Left‑Turn Driver Collides With Northbound Sedan▸Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
20
Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
17
Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Wage Hike For Delivery Workers▸Jul 17 - Council raised pay for grocery deliveristas. EMTs now earn less. Delivery workers face city streets daily. Council chose their risk. First responders left behind.
On July 17, 2025, the NYC Council passed a bill raising minimum pay for app-based grocery delivery workers to $21.44 per hour. The bill, sponsored by Council Member Sandy Nurse, matches earlier raises for restaurant deliveristas. The matter summary: 'the NYC Council approved on Monday a pay increase for app-based grocery-delivery workers.' Speaker Adrienne Adams and Justin Brannan backed higher EMT pay, but the bill leaves FDNY EMTs earning less than delivery workers. Safety analysts found no direct impact on pedestrians or cyclists: 'The pay increase for app-based delivery workers does not directly affect the safety of pedestrians or cyclists, nor does it impact street design, mode shift, or driver accountability.'
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FDNY EMT outrage: First responders now earn less than grocery delivery workers after NYC Council vote,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-17
Aug 30 - Southbound SUV cut lanes on Wyckoff and hit a 28‑year‑old woman at Halsey. She went down hard. Knee torn. Sirens in the grit. The driver kept moving wrong. The street let it happen.
A southbound SUV on Wyckoff Ave at Halsey St struck a 28-year-old pedestrian in the intersection. She suffered a lower-leg injury and abrasions. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” and “Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.” The data lists driver behavior before impact as “Avoiding Object in Roadway,” and the point of impact was the center front end. Driver errors cited include improper passing or lane usage. After those factors, the report notes the pedestrian was “Crossing Against Signal.” The vehicle is recorded as having no damage, underscoring the force borne by the person, not the car.
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SUV tailgates, strikes cyclist on Central▸Aug 29 - Southbound SUV crowded a rider on Central and Weirfield. The bike took the hit. The man went down, hurt and conscious. Tailgating and distraction marked the crash. Night street. Thin margin. Steel wins. Flesh pays.
A southbound SUV making a left at Central Ave and Weirfield St hit a southbound bicyclist. The cyclist, a 38-year-old man, was injured and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Following Too Closely, Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data flags driver errors: Following Too Closely and distraction by the SUV driver. The bicycle showed front-end impact; the SUV showed damage to its left front quarter panel. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The report lists the bicyclist’s safety equipment as None, but that comes after the driver’s failures noted by police.
29
Box Truck Left-Turn Hits Crosswalk Pedestrian▸Aug 29 - The driver of a box truck turned left and hit a 41-year-old man crossing with the signal at Irving Ave and Halsey. He suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and remained conscious. Police recorded failure to yield and inattention.
The driver of a 2024 Hino box truck turned left on Irving Ave at Halsey and hit a 41-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report attributes those driver errors to the truck operator. The point of impact was the truck’s left rear bumper. The vehicle showed no damage.
25
Teen passenger hurt in Bushwick crash▸Aug 25 - Two sedans met at Central and Weirfield. Metal hit metal. A teen passenger was hurt. Night streets. Hard stop. Parked car took the extra blow. Paper lists inexperience and vague vehicle faults. People pay. Cars keep coming.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Central Ave and Weirfield St in Brooklyn, with a parked Toyota also struck. A 13-year-old front-seat passenger was injured; multiple occupants reported unspecified injuries. The data cites Driver Inexperience and Other Vehicular as contributing factors. One driver held only a permit. Both moving vehicles were traveling straight, and each showed left-front damage, signaling a failure to manage right-of-way and space at the intersection. The parked car suffered right-front damage from the chain of impact. No pedestrian or cyclist injuries were recorded in this report.
23
Driver in SUV Clips Cyclist on Myrtle▸Aug 23 - A driver in an SUV clipped an 18-year-old cyclist on Myrtle Avenue. The rider fell and suffered an abrasion to his arm. He remained conscious. Police listed driver inattention/distraction as a contributing factor.
A driver in an SUV traveling east struck the rear of a bicycle near 1438 Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, an 18-year-old man, suffered injuries to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash involved an "SUV" and a "Bike," with "Driver Inattention/Distraction" listed as a contributing factor. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as the driver error. The SUV's right front bumper struck the bike's center back end. Vehicle data show the SUV was going straight ahead at the time of impact.
15
Left-turn sedan hits two motorcycle riders▸Aug 15 - A left-turn sedan cut across Gates Ave at Wilson Ave and struck an eastbound motorcycle. Two 18-year-old riders were ejected. The passenger bled heavily from a head wound; the driver suffered leg injuries. Police recorded driver inattention.
A Toyota sedan turned left at Gates Ave and Wilson Ave and collided with an eastbound motorcycle carrying two people. Two 18-year-olds were ejected. The passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding; the motorcycle driver suffered knee and lower-leg injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report lists driver inattention for the involved parties. The sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. Police recorded left-front impact on both vehicles and logged the injuries sustained by the motorcycle occupants.
13
Distracted driver hits woman on Gates▸Aug 13 - A sedan rolled east on Gates. The driver drifted, distracted. He struck a 21‑year‑old woman crossing midblock. She went down, clutching her arm. Sirens cut the heat. The car showed no damage. The street did the harm.
A Honda sedan traveling east struck a 21-year-old pedestrian near 1467 Gates Ave in Brooklyn. She was injured in the shoulder and arm. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for the crash. The driver was licensed and the car had no reported damage to speak of, with impact at the center back end noted. The pedestrian was crossing outside an intersection. Driver inattention is the cited error throughout the report, including for the driver and listed occupants. No other contributing factors are documented beyond “Unspecified.”
8
SUV Left Turn Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 8 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Wilson Ave and hit a southbound motorcycle. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. Police recorded driver inattention and failure to yield.
A driver in an SUV made a left turn on Wilson Ave at Bleecker St and collided with a southbound motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, 34, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to the entire body. The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center front end, damaging both vehicles. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' were listed as contributing factors. The rider was reported in shock. No other serious injuries were recorded at the scene in Brooklyn's 83rd precinct at 18:20.
7
Salazar Backs Safety‑Boosting Morgan Avenue Redesign▸Aug 7 - A pedestrian was killed on Morgan Avenue — the third in three years. Advocates call for protected bike lanes and mid-block crossings. Officials back the push. The city has not redesigned the street. Danger remains.
Bill number: none. Status: infrastructure safety advocacy with no committee action. Key date: August 7, 2025 (reporting and renewed calls). The matter: "Three Years, Three Deaths: Advocates Want DOT To Make Morgan Avenue Safe." Council Member Jennifer Gutiérrez publicly backed the redesign and warned of urgency, saying, "Every single death... is 100 percentable preventable." State Sen. Julia Salazar and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher also supported the push. Advocates demand a protected bike lane, mid-block crossings, and new loading zones. The lack of significant street redesign after repeated fatalities perpetuates unsafe conditions for pedestrians and cyclists, discouraging active transportation and failing to address systemic risks. Advocates plan a community speak-out to press DOT for action.
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Three Years, Three Deaths: Advocates Want DOT To Make Morgan Avenue Safe,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
31
City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection▸Jul 31 - Crews tore out three blocks of Bedford’s protected bike lane. Barriers gone. Riders now face traffic, steel, and risk. The city moves the lane, strips its shield, leaves cyclists exposed.
NY1 reported on July 31, 2025, that city crews began removing a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue between Willoughby and Flushing. The lane, once shielded from traffic, will be replaced with an unprotected version. NY1 notes, 'The lane is being shifted from its current position next to the sidewalk to the other side of parked cars.' This change eliminates the physical barrier that separated cyclists from moving vehicles. The move raises questions about city policy and the safety of vulnerable road users on this busy Brooklyn stretch.
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City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-31
30
Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting Measure▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
""Universal daylighting is a proven, effective way to make our streets safer for pedestrians, bikers and drivers."" -- Sandy Nurse
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
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NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
28
Driver Fails to Yield on Wilson; Cyclist Injured▸Jul 28 - A driver in a Ford SUV hit a 53-year-old cyclist at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider suffered arm and hand abrasions.
A 53-year-old cyclist was injured when the driver of a Ford SUV hit him at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a 2019 Ford SUV traveling south and a bicycle traveling west. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his lower arm and hand. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the SUV had been stopped in traffic, and the cyclist was going straight ahead. Impact points were the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end.
24
Left‑Turn Driver Collides With Northbound Sedan▸Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
20
Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
17
Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Wage Hike For Delivery Workers▸Jul 17 - Council raised pay for grocery deliveristas. EMTs now earn less. Delivery workers face city streets daily. Council chose their risk. First responders left behind.
On July 17, 2025, the NYC Council passed a bill raising minimum pay for app-based grocery delivery workers to $21.44 per hour. The bill, sponsored by Council Member Sandy Nurse, matches earlier raises for restaurant deliveristas. The matter summary: 'the NYC Council approved on Monday a pay increase for app-based grocery-delivery workers.' Speaker Adrienne Adams and Justin Brannan backed higher EMT pay, but the bill leaves FDNY EMTs earning less than delivery workers. Safety analysts found no direct impact on pedestrians or cyclists: 'The pay increase for app-based delivery workers does not directly affect the safety of pedestrians or cyclists, nor does it impact street design, mode shift, or driver accountability.'
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FDNY EMT outrage: First responders now earn less than grocery delivery workers after NYC Council vote,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-17
Aug 29 - Southbound SUV crowded a rider on Central and Weirfield. The bike took the hit. The man went down, hurt and conscious. Tailgating and distraction marked the crash. Night street. Thin margin. Steel wins. Flesh pays.
A southbound SUV making a left at Central Ave and Weirfield St hit a southbound bicyclist. The cyclist, a 38-year-old man, was injured and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Following Too Closely, Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data flags driver errors: Following Too Closely and distraction by the SUV driver. The bicycle showed front-end impact; the SUV showed damage to its left front quarter panel. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The report lists the bicyclist’s safety equipment as None, but that comes after the driver’s failures noted by police.
29
Box Truck Left-Turn Hits Crosswalk Pedestrian▸Aug 29 - The driver of a box truck turned left and hit a 41-year-old man crossing with the signal at Irving Ave and Halsey. He suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and remained conscious. Police recorded failure to yield and inattention.
The driver of a 2024 Hino box truck turned left on Irving Ave at Halsey and hit a 41-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report attributes those driver errors to the truck operator. The point of impact was the truck’s left rear bumper. The vehicle showed no damage.
25
Teen passenger hurt in Bushwick crash▸Aug 25 - Two sedans met at Central and Weirfield. Metal hit metal. A teen passenger was hurt. Night streets. Hard stop. Parked car took the extra blow. Paper lists inexperience and vague vehicle faults. People pay. Cars keep coming.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Central Ave and Weirfield St in Brooklyn, with a parked Toyota also struck. A 13-year-old front-seat passenger was injured; multiple occupants reported unspecified injuries. The data cites Driver Inexperience and Other Vehicular as contributing factors. One driver held only a permit. Both moving vehicles were traveling straight, and each showed left-front damage, signaling a failure to manage right-of-way and space at the intersection. The parked car suffered right-front damage from the chain of impact. No pedestrian or cyclist injuries were recorded in this report.
23
Driver in SUV Clips Cyclist on Myrtle▸Aug 23 - A driver in an SUV clipped an 18-year-old cyclist on Myrtle Avenue. The rider fell and suffered an abrasion to his arm. He remained conscious. Police listed driver inattention/distraction as a contributing factor.
A driver in an SUV traveling east struck the rear of a bicycle near 1438 Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, an 18-year-old man, suffered injuries to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash involved an "SUV" and a "Bike," with "Driver Inattention/Distraction" listed as a contributing factor. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as the driver error. The SUV's right front bumper struck the bike's center back end. Vehicle data show the SUV was going straight ahead at the time of impact.
15
Left-turn sedan hits two motorcycle riders▸Aug 15 - A left-turn sedan cut across Gates Ave at Wilson Ave and struck an eastbound motorcycle. Two 18-year-old riders were ejected. The passenger bled heavily from a head wound; the driver suffered leg injuries. Police recorded driver inattention.
A Toyota sedan turned left at Gates Ave and Wilson Ave and collided with an eastbound motorcycle carrying two people. Two 18-year-olds were ejected. The passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding; the motorcycle driver suffered knee and lower-leg injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report lists driver inattention for the involved parties. The sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. Police recorded left-front impact on both vehicles and logged the injuries sustained by the motorcycle occupants.
13
Distracted driver hits woman on Gates▸Aug 13 - A sedan rolled east on Gates. The driver drifted, distracted. He struck a 21‑year‑old woman crossing midblock. She went down, clutching her arm. Sirens cut the heat. The car showed no damage. The street did the harm.
A Honda sedan traveling east struck a 21-year-old pedestrian near 1467 Gates Ave in Brooklyn. She was injured in the shoulder and arm. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for the crash. The driver was licensed and the car had no reported damage to speak of, with impact at the center back end noted. The pedestrian was crossing outside an intersection. Driver inattention is the cited error throughout the report, including for the driver and listed occupants. No other contributing factors are documented beyond “Unspecified.”
8
SUV Left Turn Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 8 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Wilson Ave and hit a southbound motorcycle. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. Police recorded driver inattention and failure to yield.
A driver in an SUV made a left turn on Wilson Ave at Bleecker St and collided with a southbound motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, 34, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to the entire body. The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center front end, damaging both vehicles. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' were listed as contributing factors. The rider was reported in shock. No other serious injuries were recorded at the scene in Brooklyn's 83rd precinct at 18:20.
7
Salazar Backs Safety‑Boosting Morgan Avenue Redesign▸Aug 7 - A pedestrian was killed on Morgan Avenue — the third in three years. Advocates call for protected bike lanes and mid-block crossings. Officials back the push. The city has not redesigned the street. Danger remains.
Bill number: none. Status: infrastructure safety advocacy with no committee action. Key date: August 7, 2025 (reporting and renewed calls). The matter: "Three Years, Three Deaths: Advocates Want DOT To Make Morgan Avenue Safe." Council Member Jennifer Gutiérrez publicly backed the redesign and warned of urgency, saying, "Every single death... is 100 percentable preventable." State Sen. Julia Salazar and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher also supported the push. Advocates demand a protected bike lane, mid-block crossings, and new loading zones. The lack of significant street redesign after repeated fatalities perpetuates unsafe conditions for pedestrians and cyclists, discouraging active transportation and failing to address systemic risks. Advocates plan a community speak-out to press DOT for action.
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Three Years, Three Deaths: Advocates Want DOT To Make Morgan Avenue Safe,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
31
City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection▸Jul 31 - Crews tore out three blocks of Bedford’s protected bike lane. Barriers gone. Riders now face traffic, steel, and risk. The city moves the lane, strips its shield, leaves cyclists exposed.
NY1 reported on July 31, 2025, that city crews began removing a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue between Willoughby and Flushing. The lane, once shielded from traffic, will be replaced with an unprotected version. NY1 notes, 'The lane is being shifted from its current position next to the sidewalk to the other side of parked cars.' This change eliminates the physical barrier that separated cyclists from moving vehicles. The move raises questions about city policy and the safety of vulnerable road users on this busy Brooklyn stretch.
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City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-31
30
Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting Measure▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
""Universal daylighting is a proven, effective way to make our streets safer for pedestrians, bikers and drivers."" -- Sandy Nurse
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
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NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
28
Driver Fails to Yield on Wilson; Cyclist Injured▸Jul 28 - A driver in a Ford SUV hit a 53-year-old cyclist at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider suffered arm and hand abrasions.
A 53-year-old cyclist was injured when the driver of a Ford SUV hit him at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a 2019 Ford SUV traveling south and a bicycle traveling west. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his lower arm and hand. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the SUV had been stopped in traffic, and the cyclist was going straight ahead. Impact points were the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end.
24
Left‑Turn Driver Collides With Northbound Sedan▸Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
20
Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
17
Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Wage Hike For Delivery Workers▸Jul 17 - Council raised pay for grocery deliveristas. EMTs now earn less. Delivery workers face city streets daily. Council chose their risk. First responders left behind.
On July 17, 2025, the NYC Council passed a bill raising minimum pay for app-based grocery delivery workers to $21.44 per hour. The bill, sponsored by Council Member Sandy Nurse, matches earlier raises for restaurant deliveristas. The matter summary: 'the NYC Council approved on Monday a pay increase for app-based grocery-delivery workers.' Speaker Adrienne Adams and Justin Brannan backed higher EMT pay, but the bill leaves FDNY EMTs earning less than delivery workers. Safety analysts found no direct impact on pedestrians or cyclists: 'The pay increase for app-based delivery workers does not directly affect the safety of pedestrians or cyclists, nor does it impact street design, mode shift, or driver accountability.'
-
FDNY EMT outrage: First responders now earn less than grocery delivery workers after NYC Council vote,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-17
Aug 29 - The driver of a box truck turned left and hit a 41-year-old man crossing with the signal at Irving Ave and Halsey. He suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and remained conscious. Police recorded failure to yield and inattention.
The driver of a 2024 Hino box truck turned left on Irving Ave at Halsey and hit a 41-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and an abrasion and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report attributes those driver errors to the truck operator. The point of impact was the truck’s left rear bumper. The vehicle showed no damage.
25
Teen passenger hurt in Bushwick crash▸Aug 25 - Two sedans met at Central and Weirfield. Metal hit metal. A teen passenger was hurt. Night streets. Hard stop. Parked car took the extra blow. Paper lists inexperience and vague vehicle faults. People pay. Cars keep coming.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Central Ave and Weirfield St in Brooklyn, with a parked Toyota also struck. A 13-year-old front-seat passenger was injured; multiple occupants reported unspecified injuries. The data cites Driver Inexperience and Other Vehicular as contributing factors. One driver held only a permit. Both moving vehicles were traveling straight, and each showed left-front damage, signaling a failure to manage right-of-way and space at the intersection. The parked car suffered right-front damage from the chain of impact. No pedestrian or cyclist injuries were recorded in this report.
23
Driver in SUV Clips Cyclist on Myrtle▸Aug 23 - A driver in an SUV clipped an 18-year-old cyclist on Myrtle Avenue. The rider fell and suffered an abrasion to his arm. He remained conscious. Police listed driver inattention/distraction as a contributing factor.
A driver in an SUV traveling east struck the rear of a bicycle near 1438 Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, an 18-year-old man, suffered injuries to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash involved an "SUV" and a "Bike," with "Driver Inattention/Distraction" listed as a contributing factor. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as the driver error. The SUV's right front bumper struck the bike's center back end. Vehicle data show the SUV was going straight ahead at the time of impact.
15
Left-turn sedan hits two motorcycle riders▸Aug 15 - A left-turn sedan cut across Gates Ave at Wilson Ave and struck an eastbound motorcycle. Two 18-year-old riders were ejected. The passenger bled heavily from a head wound; the driver suffered leg injuries. Police recorded driver inattention.
A Toyota sedan turned left at Gates Ave and Wilson Ave and collided with an eastbound motorcycle carrying two people. Two 18-year-olds were ejected. The passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding; the motorcycle driver suffered knee and lower-leg injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report lists driver inattention for the involved parties. The sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. Police recorded left-front impact on both vehicles and logged the injuries sustained by the motorcycle occupants.
13
Distracted driver hits woman on Gates▸Aug 13 - A sedan rolled east on Gates. The driver drifted, distracted. He struck a 21‑year‑old woman crossing midblock. She went down, clutching her arm. Sirens cut the heat. The car showed no damage. The street did the harm.
A Honda sedan traveling east struck a 21-year-old pedestrian near 1467 Gates Ave in Brooklyn. She was injured in the shoulder and arm. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for the crash. The driver was licensed and the car had no reported damage to speak of, with impact at the center back end noted. The pedestrian was crossing outside an intersection. Driver inattention is the cited error throughout the report, including for the driver and listed occupants. No other contributing factors are documented beyond “Unspecified.”
8
SUV Left Turn Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 8 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Wilson Ave and hit a southbound motorcycle. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. Police recorded driver inattention and failure to yield.
A driver in an SUV made a left turn on Wilson Ave at Bleecker St and collided with a southbound motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, 34, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to the entire body. The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center front end, damaging both vehicles. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' were listed as contributing factors. The rider was reported in shock. No other serious injuries were recorded at the scene in Brooklyn's 83rd precinct at 18:20.
7
Salazar Backs Safety‑Boosting Morgan Avenue Redesign▸Aug 7 - A pedestrian was killed on Morgan Avenue — the third in three years. Advocates call for protected bike lanes and mid-block crossings. Officials back the push. The city has not redesigned the street. Danger remains.
Bill number: none. Status: infrastructure safety advocacy with no committee action. Key date: August 7, 2025 (reporting and renewed calls). The matter: "Three Years, Three Deaths: Advocates Want DOT To Make Morgan Avenue Safe." Council Member Jennifer Gutiérrez publicly backed the redesign and warned of urgency, saying, "Every single death... is 100 percentable preventable." State Sen. Julia Salazar and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher also supported the push. Advocates demand a protected bike lane, mid-block crossings, and new loading zones. The lack of significant street redesign after repeated fatalities perpetuates unsafe conditions for pedestrians and cyclists, discouraging active transportation and failing to address systemic risks. Advocates plan a community speak-out to press DOT for action.
-
Three Years, Three Deaths: Advocates Want DOT To Make Morgan Avenue Safe,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
31
City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection▸Jul 31 - Crews tore out three blocks of Bedford’s protected bike lane. Barriers gone. Riders now face traffic, steel, and risk. The city moves the lane, strips its shield, leaves cyclists exposed.
NY1 reported on July 31, 2025, that city crews began removing a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue between Willoughby and Flushing. The lane, once shielded from traffic, will be replaced with an unprotected version. NY1 notes, 'The lane is being shifted from its current position next to the sidewalk to the other side of parked cars.' This change eliminates the physical barrier that separated cyclists from moving vehicles. The move raises questions about city policy and the safety of vulnerable road users on this busy Brooklyn stretch.
-
City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-31
30
Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting Measure▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
""Universal daylighting is a proven, effective way to make our streets safer for pedestrians, bikers and drivers."" -- Sandy Nurse
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
-
NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
28
Driver Fails to Yield on Wilson; Cyclist Injured▸Jul 28 - A driver in a Ford SUV hit a 53-year-old cyclist at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider suffered arm and hand abrasions.
A 53-year-old cyclist was injured when the driver of a Ford SUV hit him at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a 2019 Ford SUV traveling south and a bicycle traveling west. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his lower arm and hand. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the SUV had been stopped in traffic, and the cyclist was going straight ahead. Impact points were the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end.
24
Left‑Turn Driver Collides With Northbound Sedan▸Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
20
Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
17
Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Wage Hike For Delivery Workers▸Jul 17 - Council raised pay for grocery deliveristas. EMTs now earn less. Delivery workers face city streets daily. Council chose their risk. First responders left behind.
On July 17, 2025, the NYC Council passed a bill raising minimum pay for app-based grocery delivery workers to $21.44 per hour. The bill, sponsored by Council Member Sandy Nurse, matches earlier raises for restaurant deliveristas. The matter summary: 'the NYC Council approved on Monday a pay increase for app-based grocery-delivery workers.' Speaker Adrienne Adams and Justin Brannan backed higher EMT pay, but the bill leaves FDNY EMTs earning less than delivery workers. Safety analysts found no direct impact on pedestrians or cyclists: 'The pay increase for app-based delivery workers does not directly affect the safety of pedestrians or cyclists, nor does it impact street design, mode shift, or driver accountability.'
-
FDNY EMT outrage: First responders now earn less than grocery delivery workers after NYC Council vote,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-17
Aug 25 - Two sedans met at Central and Weirfield. Metal hit metal. A teen passenger was hurt. Night streets. Hard stop. Parked car took the extra blow. Paper lists inexperience and vague vehicle faults. People pay. Cars keep coming.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Central Ave and Weirfield St in Brooklyn, with a parked Toyota also struck. A 13-year-old front-seat passenger was injured; multiple occupants reported unspecified injuries. The data cites Driver Inexperience and Other Vehicular as contributing factors. One driver held only a permit. Both moving vehicles were traveling straight, and each showed left-front damage, signaling a failure to manage right-of-way and space at the intersection. The parked car suffered right-front damage from the chain of impact. No pedestrian or cyclist injuries were recorded in this report.
23
Driver in SUV Clips Cyclist on Myrtle▸Aug 23 - A driver in an SUV clipped an 18-year-old cyclist on Myrtle Avenue. The rider fell and suffered an abrasion to his arm. He remained conscious. Police listed driver inattention/distraction as a contributing factor.
A driver in an SUV traveling east struck the rear of a bicycle near 1438 Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, an 18-year-old man, suffered injuries to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash involved an "SUV" and a "Bike," with "Driver Inattention/Distraction" listed as a contributing factor. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as the driver error. The SUV's right front bumper struck the bike's center back end. Vehicle data show the SUV was going straight ahead at the time of impact.
15
Left-turn sedan hits two motorcycle riders▸Aug 15 - A left-turn sedan cut across Gates Ave at Wilson Ave and struck an eastbound motorcycle. Two 18-year-old riders were ejected. The passenger bled heavily from a head wound; the driver suffered leg injuries. Police recorded driver inattention.
A Toyota sedan turned left at Gates Ave and Wilson Ave and collided with an eastbound motorcycle carrying two people. Two 18-year-olds were ejected. The passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding; the motorcycle driver suffered knee and lower-leg injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report lists driver inattention for the involved parties. The sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. Police recorded left-front impact on both vehicles and logged the injuries sustained by the motorcycle occupants.
13
Distracted driver hits woman on Gates▸Aug 13 - A sedan rolled east on Gates. The driver drifted, distracted. He struck a 21‑year‑old woman crossing midblock. She went down, clutching her arm. Sirens cut the heat. The car showed no damage. The street did the harm.
A Honda sedan traveling east struck a 21-year-old pedestrian near 1467 Gates Ave in Brooklyn. She was injured in the shoulder and arm. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for the crash. The driver was licensed and the car had no reported damage to speak of, with impact at the center back end noted. The pedestrian was crossing outside an intersection. Driver inattention is the cited error throughout the report, including for the driver and listed occupants. No other contributing factors are documented beyond “Unspecified.”
8
SUV Left Turn Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 8 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Wilson Ave and hit a southbound motorcycle. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. Police recorded driver inattention and failure to yield.
A driver in an SUV made a left turn on Wilson Ave at Bleecker St and collided with a southbound motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, 34, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to the entire body. The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center front end, damaging both vehicles. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' were listed as contributing factors. The rider was reported in shock. No other serious injuries were recorded at the scene in Brooklyn's 83rd precinct at 18:20.
7
Salazar Backs Safety‑Boosting Morgan Avenue Redesign▸Aug 7 - A pedestrian was killed on Morgan Avenue — the third in three years. Advocates call for protected bike lanes and mid-block crossings. Officials back the push. The city has not redesigned the street. Danger remains.
Bill number: none. Status: infrastructure safety advocacy with no committee action. Key date: August 7, 2025 (reporting and renewed calls). The matter: "Three Years, Three Deaths: Advocates Want DOT To Make Morgan Avenue Safe." Council Member Jennifer Gutiérrez publicly backed the redesign and warned of urgency, saying, "Every single death... is 100 percentable preventable." State Sen. Julia Salazar and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher also supported the push. Advocates demand a protected bike lane, mid-block crossings, and new loading zones. The lack of significant street redesign after repeated fatalities perpetuates unsafe conditions for pedestrians and cyclists, discouraging active transportation and failing to address systemic risks. Advocates plan a community speak-out to press DOT for action.
-
Three Years, Three Deaths: Advocates Want DOT To Make Morgan Avenue Safe,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
31
City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection▸Jul 31 - Crews tore out three blocks of Bedford’s protected bike lane. Barriers gone. Riders now face traffic, steel, and risk. The city moves the lane, strips its shield, leaves cyclists exposed.
NY1 reported on July 31, 2025, that city crews began removing a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue between Willoughby and Flushing. The lane, once shielded from traffic, will be replaced with an unprotected version. NY1 notes, 'The lane is being shifted from its current position next to the sidewalk to the other side of parked cars.' This change eliminates the physical barrier that separated cyclists from moving vehicles. The move raises questions about city policy and the safety of vulnerable road users on this busy Brooklyn stretch.
-
City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-31
30
Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting Measure▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
""Universal daylighting is a proven, effective way to make our streets safer for pedestrians, bikers and drivers."" -- Sandy Nurse
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
-
NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
28
Driver Fails to Yield on Wilson; Cyclist Injured▸Jul 28 - A driver in a Ford SUV hit a 53-year-old cyclist at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider suffered arm and hand abrasions.
A 53-year-old cyclist was injured when the driver of a Ford SUV hit him at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a 2019 Ford SUV traveling south and a bicycle traveling west. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his lower arm and hand. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the SUV had been stopped in traffic, and the cyclist was going straight ahead. Impact points were the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end.
24
Left‑Turn Driver Collides With Northbound Sedan▸Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
20
Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
-
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
17
Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Wage Hike For Delivery Workers▸Jul 17 - Council raised pay for grocery deliveristas. EMTs now earn less. Delivery workers face city streets daily. Council chose their risk. First responders left behind.
On July 17, 2025, the NYC Council passed a bill raising minimum pay for app-based grocery delivery workers to $21.44 per hour. The bill, sponsored by Council Member Sandy Nurse, matches earlier raises for restaurant deliveristas. The matter summary: 'the NYC Council approved on Monday a pay increase for app-based grocery-delivery workers.' Speaker Adrienne Adams and Justin Brannan backed higher EMT pay, but the bill leaves FDNY EMTs earning less than delivery workers. Safety analysts found no direct impact on pedestrians or cyclists: 'The pay increase for app-based delivery workers does not directly affect the safety of pedestrians or cyclists, nor does it impact street design, mode shift, or driver accountability.'
-
FDNY EMT outrage: First responders now earn less than grocery delivery workers after NYC Council vote,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-17
Aug 23 - A driver in an SUV clipped an 18-year-old cyclist on Myrtle Avenue. The rider fell and suffered an abrasion to his arm. He remained conscious. Police listed driver inattention/distraction as a contributing factor.
A driver in an SUV traveling east struck the rear of a bicycle near 1438 Myrtle Ave in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, an 18-year-old man, suffered injuries to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash involved an "SUV" and a "Bike," with "Driver Inattention/Distraction" listed as a contributing factor. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as the driver error. The SUV's right front bumper struck the bike's center back end. Vehicle data show the SUV was going straight ahead at the time of impact.
15
Left-turn sedan hits two motorcycle riders▸Aug 15 - A left-turn sedan cut across Gates Ave at Wilson Ave and struck an eastbound motorcycle. Two 18-year-old riders were ejected. The passenger bled heavily from a head wound; the driver suffered leg injuries. Police recorded driver inattention.
A Toyota sedan turned left at Gates Ave and Wilson Ave and collided with an eastbound motorcycle carrying two people. Two 18-year-olds were ejected. The passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding; the motorcycle driver suffered knee and lower-leg injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report lists driver inattention for the involved parties. The sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. Police recorded left-front impact on both vehicles and logged the injuries sustained by the motorcycle occupants.
13
Distracted driver hits woman on Gates▸Aug 13 - A sedan rolled east on Gates. The driver drifted, distracted. He struck a 21‑year‑old woman crossing midblock. She went down, clutching her arm. Sirens cut the heat. The car showed no damage. The street did the harm.
A Honda sedan traveling east struck a 21-year-old pedestrian near 1467 Gates Ave in Brooklyn. She was injured in the shoulder and arm. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for the crash. The driver was licensed and the car had no reported damage to speak of, with impact at the center back end noted. The pedestrian was crossing outside an intersection. Driver inattention is the cited error throughout the report, including for the driver and listed occupants. No other contributing factors are documented beyond “Unspecified.”
8
SUV Left Turn Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 8 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Wilson Ave and hit a southbound motorcycle. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. Police recorded driver inattention and failure to yield.
A driver in an SUV made a left turn on Wilson Ave at Bleecker St and collided with a southbound motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, 34, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to the entire body. The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center front end, damaging both vehicles. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' were listed as contributing factors. The rider was reported in shock. No other serious injuries were recorded at the scene in Brooklyn's 83rd precinct at 18:20.
7
Salazar Backs Safety‑Boosting Morgan Avenue Redesign▸Aug 7 - A pedestrian was killed on Morgan Avenue — the third in three years. Advocates call for protected bike lanes and mid-block crossings. Officials back the push. The city has not redesigned the street. Danger remains.
Bill number: none. Status: infrastructure safety advocacy with no committee action. Key date: August 7, 2025 (reporting and renewed calls). The matter: "Three Years, Three Deaths: Advocates Want DOT To Make Morgan Avenue Safe." Council Member Jennifer Gutiérrez publicly backed the redesign and warned of urgency, saying, "Every single death... is 100 percentable preventable." State Sen. Julia Salazar and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher also supported the push. Advocates demand a protected bike lane, mid-block crossings, and new loading zones. The lack of significant street redesign after repeated fatalities perpetuates unsafe conditions for pedestrians and cyclists, discouraging active transportation and failing to address systemic risks. Advocates plan a community speak-out to press DOT for action.
-
Three Years, Three Deaths: Advocates Want DOT To Make Morgan Avenue Safe,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
31
City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection▸Jul 31 - Crews tore out three blocks of Bedford’s protected bike lane. Barriers gone. Riders now face traffic, steel, and risk. The city moves the lane, strips its shield, leaves cyclists exposed.
NY1 reported on July 31, 2025, that city crews began removing a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue between Willoughby and Flushing. The lane, once shielded from traffic, will be replaced with an unprotected version. NY1 notes, 'The lane is being shifted from its current position next to the sidewalk to the other side of parked cars.' This change eliminates the physical barrier that separated cyclists from moving vehicles. The move raises questions about city policy and the safety of vulnerable road users on this busy Brooklyn stretch.
-
City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-31
30
Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting Measure▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
""Universal daylighting is a proven, effective way to make our streets safer for pedestrians, bikers and drivers."" -- Sandy Nurse
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
-
NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
28
Driver Fails to Yield on Wilson; Cyclist Injured▸Jul 28 - A driver in a Ford SUV hit a 53-year-old cyclist at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider suffered arm and hand abrasions.
A 53-year-old cyclist was injured when the driver of a Ford SUV hit him at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a 2019 Ford SUV traveling south and a bicycle traveling west. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his lower arm and hand. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the SUV had been stopped in traffic, and the cyclist was going straight ahead. Impact points were the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end.
24
Left‑Turn Driver Collides With Northbound Sedan▸Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
20
Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
-
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
17
Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Wage Hike For Delivery Workers▸Jul 17 - Council raised pay for grocery deliveristas. EMTs now earn less. Delivery workers face city streets daily. Council chose their risk. First responders left behind.
On July 17, 2025, the NYC Council passed a bill raising minimum pay for app-based grocery delivery workers to $21.44 per hour. The bill, sponsored by Council Member Sandy Nurse, matches earlier raises for restaurant deliveristas. The matter summary: 'the NYC Council approved on Monday a pay increase for app-based grocery-delivery workers.' Speaker Adrienne Adams and Justin Brannan backed higher EMT pay, but the bill leaves FDNY EMTs earning less than delivery workers. Safety analysts found no direct impact on pedestrians or cyclists: 'The pay increase for app-based delivery workers does not directly affect the safety of pedestrians or cyclists, nor does it impact street design, mode shift, or driver accountability.'
-
FDNY EMT outrage: First responders now earn less than grocery delivery workers after NYC Council vote,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-17
Aug 15 - A left-turn sedan cut across Gates Ave at Wilson Ave and struck an eastbound motorcycle. Two 18-year-old riders were ejected. The passenger bled heavily from a head wound; the driver suffered leg injuries. Police recorded driver inattention.
A Toyota sedan turned left at Gates Ave and Wilson Ave and collided with an eastbound motorcycle carrying two people. Two 18-year-olds were ejected. The passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding; the motorcycle driver suffered knee and lower-leg injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report lists driver inattention for the involved parties. The sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight. Police recorded left-front impact on both vehicles and logged the injuries sustained by the motorcycle occupants.
13
Distracted driver hits woman on Gates▸Aug 13 - A sedan rolled east on Gates. The driver drifted, distracted. He struck a 21‑year‑old woman crossing midblock. She went down, clutching her arm. Sirens cut the heat. The car showed no damage. The street did the harm.
A Honda sedan traveling east struck a 21-year-old pedestrian near 1467 Gates Ave in Brooklyn. She was injured in the shoulder and arm. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for the crash. The driver was licensed and the car had no reported damage to speak of, with impact at the center back end noted. The pedestrian was crossing outside an intersection. Driver inattention is the cited error throughout the report, including for the driver and listed occupants. No other contributing factors are documented beyond “Unspecified.”
8
SUV Left Turn Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 8 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Wilson Ave and hit a southbound motorcycle. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. Police recorded driver inattention and failure to yield.
A driver in an SUV made a left turn on Wilson Ave at Bleecker St and collided with a southbound motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, 34, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to the entire body. The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center front end, damaging both vehicles. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' were listed as contributing factors. The rider was reported in shock. No other serious injuries were recorded at the scene in Brooklyn's 83rd precinct at 18:20.
7
Salazar Backs Safety‑Boosting Morgan Avenue Redesign▸Aug 7 - A pedestrian was killed on Morgan Avenue — the third in three years. Advocates call for protected bike lanes and mid-block crossings. Officials back the push. The city has not redesigned the street. Danger remains.
Bill number: none. Status: infrastructure safety advocacy with no committee action. Key date: August 7, 2025 (reporting and renewed calls). The matter: "Three Years, Three Deaths: Advocates Want DOT To Make Morgan Avenue Safe." Council Member Jennifer Gutiérrez publicly backed the redesign and warned of urgency, saying, "Every single death... is 100 percentable preventable." State Sen. Julia Salazar and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher also supported the push. Advocates demand a protected bike lane, mid-block crossings, and new loading zones. The lack of significant street redesign after repeated fatalities perpetuates unsafe conditions for pedestrians and cyclists, discouraging active transportation and failing to address systemic risks. Advocates plan a community speak-out to press DOT for action.
-
Three Years, Three Deaths: Advocates Want DOT To Make Morgan Avenue Safe,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
31
City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection▸Jul 31 - Crews tore out three blocks of Bedford’s protected bike lane. Barriers gone. Riders now face traffic, steel, and risk. The city moves the lane, strips its shield, leaves cyclists exposed.
NY1 reported on July 31, 2025, that city crews began removing a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue between Willoughby and Flushing. The lane, once shielded from traffic, will be replaced with an unprotected version. NY1 notes, 'The lane is being shifted from its current position next to the sidewalk to the other side of parked cars.' This change eliminates the physical barrier that separated cyclists from moving vehicles. The move raises questions about city policy and the safety of vulnerable road users on this busy Brooklyn stretch.
-
City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-31
30
Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting Measure▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
""Universal daylighting is a proven, effective way to make our streets safer for pedestrians, bikers and drivers."" -- Sandy Nurse
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
-
NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
28
Driver Fails to Yield on Wilson; Cyclist Injured▸Jul 28 - A driver in a Ford SUV hit a 53-year-old cyclist at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider suffered arm and hand abrasions.
A 53-year-old cyclist was injured when the driver of a Ford SUV hit him at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a 2019 Ford SUV traveling south and a bicycle traveling west. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his lower arm and hand. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the SUV had been stopped in traffic, and the cyclist was going straight ahead. Impact points were the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end.
24
Left‑Turn Driver Collides With Northbound Sedan▸Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
20
Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
-
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
17
Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Wage Hike For Delivery Workers▸Jul 17 - Council raised pay for grocery deliveristas. EMTs now earn less. Delivery workers face city streets daily. Council chose their risk. First responders left behind.
On July 17, 2025, the NYC Council passed a bill raising minimum pay for app-based grocery delivery workers to $21.44 per hour. The bill, sponsored by Council Member Sandy Nurse, matches earlier raises for restaurant deliveristas. The matter summary: 'the NYC Council approved on Monday a pay increase for app-based grocery-delivery workers.' Speaker Adrienne Adams and Justin Brannan backed higher EMT pay, but the bill leaves FDNY EMTs earning less than delivery workers. Safety analysts found no direct impact on pedestrians or cyclists: 'The pay increase for app-based delivery workers does not directly affect the safety of pedestrians or cyclists, nor does it impact street design, mode shift, or driver accountability.'
-
FDNY EMT outrage: First responders now earn less than grocery delivery workers after NYC Council vote,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-17
Aug 13 - A sedan rolled east on Gates. The driver drifted, distracted. He struck a 21‑year‑old woman crossing midblock. She went down, clutching her arm. Sirens cut the heat. The car showed no damage. The street did the harm.
A Honda sedan traveling east struck a 21-year-old pedestrian near 1467 Gates Ave in Brooklyn. She was injured in the shoulder and arm. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for the crash. The driver was licensed and the car had no reported damage to speak of, with impact at the center back end noted. The pedestrian was crossing outside an intersection. Driver inattention is the cited error throughout the report, including for the driver and listed occupants. No other contributing factors are documented beyond “Unspecified.”
8
SUV Left Turn Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 8 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Wilson Ave and hit a southbound motorcycle. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. Police recorded driver inattention and failure to yield.
A driver in an SUV made a left turn on Wilson Ave at Bleecker St and collided with a southbound motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, 34, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to the entire body. The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center front end, damaging both vehicles. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' were listed as contributing factors. The rider was reported in shock. No other serious injuries were recorded at the scene in Brooklyn's 83rd precinct at 18:20.
7
Salazar Backs Safety‑Boosting Morgan Avenue Redesign▸Aug 7 - A pedestrian was killed on Morgan Avenue — the third in three years. Advocates call for protected bike lanes and mid-block crossings. Officials back the push. The city has not redesigned the street. Danger remains.
Bill number: none. Status: infrastructure safety advocacy with no committee action. Key date: August 7, 2025 (reporting and renewed calls). The matter: "Three Years, Three Deaths: Advocates Want DOT To Make Morgan Avenue Safe." Council Member Jennifer Gutiérrez publicly backed the redesign and warned of urgency, saying, "Every single death... is 100 percentable preventable." State Sen. Julia Salazar and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher also supported the push. Advocates demand a protected bike lane, mid-block crossings, and new loading zones. The lack of significant street redesign after repeated fatalities perpetuates unsafe conditions for pedestrians and cyclists, discouraging active transportation and failing to address systemic risks. Advocates plan a community speak-out to press DOT for action.
-
Three Years, Three Deaths: Advocates Want DOT To Make Morgan Avenue Safe,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
31
City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection▸Jul 31 - Crews tore out three blocks of Bedford’s protected bike lane. Barriers gone. Riders now face traffic, steel, and risk. The city moves the lane, strips its shield, leaves cyclists exposed.
NY1 reported on July 31, 2025, that city crews began removing a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue between Willoughby and Flushing. The lane, once shielded from traffic, will be replaced with an unprotected version. NY1 notes, 'The lane is being shifted from its current position next to the sidewalk to the other side of parked cars.' This change eliminates the physical barrier that separated cyclists from moving vehicles. The move raises questions about city policy and the safety of vulnerable road users on this busy Brooklyn stretch.
-
City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-31
30
Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting Measure▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
""Universal daylighting is a proven, effective way to make our streets safer for pedestrians, bikers and drivers."" -- Sandy Nurse
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
-
NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
28
Driver Fails to Yield on Wilson; Cyclist Injured▸Jul 28 - A driver in a Ford SUV hit a 53-year-old cyclist at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider suffered arm and hand abrasions.
A 53-year-old cyclist was injured when the driver of a Ford SUV hit him at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a 2019 Ford SUV traveling south and a bicycle traveling west. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his lower arm and hand. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the SUV had been stopped in traffic, and the cyclist was going straight ahead. Impact points were the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end.
24
Left‑Turn Driver Collides With Northbound Sedan▸Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
20
Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
-
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
17
Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Wage Hike For Delivery Workers▸Jul 17 - Council raised pay for grocery deliveristas. EMTs now earn less. Delivery workers face city streets daily. Council chose their risk. First responders left behind.
On July 17, 2025, the NYC Council passed a bill raising minimum pay for app-based grocery delivery workers to $21.44 per hour. The bill, sponsored by Council Member Sandy Nurse, matches earlier raises for restaurant deliveristas. The matter summary: 'the NYC Council approved on Monday a pay increase for app-based grocery-delivery workers.' Speaker Adrienne Adams and Justin Brannan backed higher EMT pay, but the bill leaves FDNY EMTs earning less than delivery workers. Safety analysts found no direct impact on pedestrians or cyclists: 'The pay increase for app-based delivery workers does not directly affect the safety of pedestrians or cyclists, nor does it impact street design, mode shift, or driver accountability.'
-
FDNY EMT outrage: First responders now earn less than grocery delivery workers after NYC Council vote,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-17
Aug 8 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Wilson Ave and hit a southbound motorcycle. The 34-year-old rider was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. Police recorded driver inattention and failure to yield.
A driver in an SUV made a left turn on Wilson Ave at Bleecker St and collided with a southbound motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, 34, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to the entire body. The SUV's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center front end, damaging both vehicles. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' were listed as contributing factors. The rider was reported in shock. No other serious injuries were recorded at the scene in Brooklyn's 83rd precinct at 18:20.
7
Salazar Backs Safety‑Boosting Morgan Avenue Redesign▸Aug 7 - A pedestrian was killed on Morgan Avenue — the third in three years. Advocates call for protected bike lanes and mid-block crossings. Officials back the push. The city has not redesigned the street. Danger remains.
Bill number: none. Status: infrastructure safety advocacy with no committee action. Key date: August 7, 2025 (reporting and renewed calls). The matter: "Three Years, Three Deaths: Advocates Want DOT To Make Morgan Avenue Safe." Council Member Jennifer Gutiérrez publicly backed the redesign and warned of urgency, saying, "Every single death... is 100 percentable preventable." State Sen. Julia Salazar and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher also supported the push. Advocates demand a protected bike lane, mid-block crossings, and new loading zones. The lack of significant street redesign after repeated fatalities perpetuates unsafe conditions for pedestrians and cyclists, discouraging active transportation and failing to address systemic risks. Advocates plan a community speak-out to press DOT for action.
-
Three Years, Three Deaths: Advocates Want DOT To Make Morgan Avenue Safe,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
31
City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection▸Jul 31 - Crews tore out three blocks of Bedford’s protected bike lane. Barriers gone. Riders now face traffic, steel, and risk. The city moves the lane, strips its shield, leaves cyclists exposed.
NY1 reported on July 31, 2025, that city crews began removing a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue between Willoughby and Flushing. The lane, once shielded from traffic, will be replaced with an unprotected version. NY1 notes, 'The lane is being shifted from its current position next to the sidewalk to the other side of parked cars.' This change eliminates the physical barrier that separated cyclists from moving vehicles. The move raises questions about city policy and the safety of vulnerable road users on this busy Brooklyn stretch.
-
City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-31
30
Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting Measure▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
""Universal daylighting is a proven, effective way to make our streets safer for pedestrians, bikers and drivers."" -- Sandy Nurse
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
-
NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
28
Driver Fails to Yield on Wilson; Cyclist Injured▸Jul 28 - A driver in a Ford SUV hit a 53-year-old cyclist at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider suffered arm and hand abrasions.
A 53-year-old cyclist was injured when the driver of a Ford SUV hit him at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a 2019 Ford SUV traveling south and a bicycle traveling west. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his lower arm and hand. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the SUV had been stopped in traffic, and the cyclist was going straight ahead. Impact points were the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end.
24
Left‑Turn Driver Collides With Northbound Sedan▸Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
20
Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
-
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
17
Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Wage Hike For Delivery Workers▸Jul 17 - Council raised pay for grocery deliveristas. EMTs now earn less. Delivery workers face city streets daily. Council chose their risk. First responders left behind.
On July 17, 2025, the NYC Council passed a bill raising minimum pay for app-based grocery delivery workers to $21.44 per hour. The bill, sponsored by Council Member Sandy Nurse, matches earlier raises for restaurant deliveristas. The matter summary: 'the NYC Council approved on Monday a pay increase for app-based grocery-delivery workers.' Speaker Adrienne Adams and Justin Brannan backed higher EMT pay, but the bill leaves FDNY EMTs earning less than delivery workers. Safety analysts found no direct impact on pedestrians or cyclists: 'The pay increase for app-based delivery workers does not directly affect the safety of pedestrians or cyclists, nor does it impact street design, mode shift, or driver accountability.'
-
FDNY EMT outrage: First responders now earn less than grocery delivery workers after NYC Council vote,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-17
Aug 7 - A pedestrian was killed on Morgan Avenue — the third in three years. Advocates call for protected bike lanes and mid-block crossings. Officials back the push. The city has not redesigned the street. Danger remains.
Bill number: none. Status: infrastructure safety advocacy with no committee action. Key date: August 7, 2025 (reporting and renewed calls). The matter: "Three Years, Three Deaths: Advocates Want DOT To Make Morgan Avenue Safe." Council Member Jennifer Gutiérrez publicly backed the redesign and warned of urgency, saying, "Every single death... is 100 percentable preventable." State Sen. Julia Salazar and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher also supported the push. Advocates demand a protected bike lane, mid-block crossings, and new loading zones. The lack of significant street redesign after repeated fatalities perpetuates unsafe conditions for pedestrians and cyclists, discouraging active transportation and failing to address systemic risks. Advocates plan a community speak-out to press DOT for action.
- Three Years, Three Deaths: Advocates Want DOT To Make Morgan Avenue Safe, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-08-07
31
City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection▸Jul 31 - Crews tore out three blocks of Bedford’s protected bike lane. Barriers gone. Riders now face traffic, steel, and risk. The city moves the lane, strips its shield, leaves cyclists exposed.
NY1 reported on July 31, 2025, that city crews began removing a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue between Willoughby and Flushing. The lane, once shielded from traffic, will be replaced with an unprotected version. NY1 notes, 'The lane is being shifted from its current position next to the sidewalk to the other side of parked cars.' This change eliminates the physical barrier that separated cyclists from moving vehicles. The move raises questions about city policy and the safety of vulnerable road users on this busy Brooklyn stretch.
-
City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-31
30
Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting Measure▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
""Universal daylighting is a proven, effective way to make our streets safer for pedestrians, bikers and drivers."" -- Sandy Nurse
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
-
NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
28
Driver Fails to Yield on Wilson; Cyclist Injured▸Jul 28 - A driver in a Ford SUV hit a 53-year-old cyclist at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider suffered arm and hand abrasions.
A 53-year-old cyclist was injured when the driver of a Ford SUV hit him at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a 2019 Ford SUV traveling south and a bicycle traveling west. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his lower arm and hand. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the SUV had been stopped in traffic, and the cyclist was going straight ahead. Impact points were the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end.
24
Left‑Turn Driver Collides With Northbound Sedan▸Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
20
Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
-
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
17
Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Wage Hike For Delivery Workers▸Jul 17 - Council raised pay for grocery deliveristas. EMTs now earn less. Delivery workers face city streets daily. Council chose their risk. First responders left behind.
On July 17, 2025, the NYC Council passed a bill raising minimum pay for app-based grocery delivery workers to $21.44 per hour. The bill, sponsored by Council Member Sandy Nurse, matches earlier raises for restaurant deliveristas. The matter summary: 'the NYC Council approved on Monday a pay increase for app-based grocery-delivery workers.' Speaker Adrienne Adams and Justin Brannan backed higher EMT pay, but the bill leaves FDNY EMTs earning less than delivery workers. Safety analysts found no direct impact on pedestrians or cyclists: 'The pay increase for app-based delivery workers does not directly affect the safety of pedestrians or cyclists, nor does it impact street design, mode shift, or driver accountability.'
-
FDNY EMT outrage: First responders now earn less than grocery delivery workers after NYC Council vote,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-17
Jul 31 - Crews tore out three blocks of Bedford’s protected bike lane. Barriers gone. Riders now face traffic, steel, and risk. The city moves the lane, strips its shield, leaves cyclists exposed.
NY1 reported on July 31, 2025, that city crews began removing a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue between Willoughby and Flushing. The lane, once shielded from traffic, will be replaced with an unprotected version. NY1 notes, 'The lane is being shifted from its current position next to the sidewalk to the other side of parked cars.' This change eliminates the physical barrier that separated cyclists from moving vehicles. The move raises questions about city policy and the safety of vulnerable road users on this busy Brooklyn stretch.
- City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection, NY1, Published 2025-07-31
30
Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting Measure▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
""Universal daylighting is a proven, effective way to make our streets safer for pedestrians, bikers and drivers."" -- Sandy Nurse
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
-
NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
28
Driver Fails to Yield on Wilson; Cyclist Injured▸Jul 28 - A driver in a Ford SUV hit a 53-year-old cyclist at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider suffered arm and hand abrasions.
A 53-year-old cyclist was injured when the driver of a Ford SUV hit him at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a 2019 Ford SUV traveling south and a bicycle traveling west. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his lower arm and hand. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the SUV had been stopped in traffic, and the cyclist was going straight ahead. Impact points were the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end.
24
Left‑Turn Driver Collides With Northbound Sedan▸Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
20
Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
-
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
17
Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Wage Hike For Delivery Workers▸Jul 17 - Council raised pay for grocery deliveristas. EMTs now earn less. Delivery workers face city streets daily. Council chose their risk. First responders left behind.
On July 17, 2025, the NYC Council passed a bill raising minimum pay for app-based grocery delivery workers to $21.44 per hour. The bill, sponsored by Council Member Sandy Nurse, matches earlier raises for restaurant deliveristas. The matter summary: 'the NYC Council approved on Monday a pay increase for app-based grocery-delivery workers.' Speaker Adrienne Adams and Justin Brannan backed higher EMT pay, but the bill leaves FDNY EMTs earning less than delivery workers. Safety analysts found no direct impact on pedestrians or cyclists: 'The pay increase for app-based delivery workers does not directly affect the safety of pedestrians or cyclists, nor does it impact street design, mode shift, or driver accountability.'
-
FDNY EMT outrage: First responders now earn less than grocery delivery workers after NYC Council vote,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-17
Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
""Universal daylighting is a proven, effective way to make our streets safer for pedestrians, bikers and drivers."" -- Sandy Nurse
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
- NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025, City & State NY, Published 2025-07-30
28
Driver Fails to Yield on Wilson; Cyclist Injured▸Jul 28 - A driver in a Ford SUV hit a 53-year-old cyclist at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider suffered arm and hand abrasions.
A 53-year-old cyclist was injured when the driver of a Ford SUV hit him at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a 2019 Ford SUV traveling south and a bicycle traveling west. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his lower arm and hand. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the SUV had been stopped in traffic, and the cyclist was going straight ahead. Impact points were the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end.
24
Left‑Turn Driver Collides With Northbound Sedan▸Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
20
Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
-
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
17
Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Wage Hike For Delivery Workers▸Jul 17 - Council raised pay for grocery deliveristas. EMTs now earn less. Delivery workers face city streets daily. Council chose their risk. First responders left behind.
On July 17, 2025, the NYC Council passed a bill raising minimum pay for app-based grocery delivery workers to $21.44 per hour. The bill, sponsored by Council Member Sandy Nurse, matches earlier raises for restaurant deliveristas. The matter summary: 'the NYC Council approved on Monday a pay increase for app-based grocery-delivery workers.' Speaker Adrienne Adams and Justin Brannan backed higher EMT pay, but the bill leaves FDNY EMTs earning less than delivery workers. Safety analysts found no direct impact on pedestrians or cyclists: 'The pay increase for app-based delivery workers does not directly affect the safety of pedestrians or cyclists, nor does it impact street design, mode shift, or driver accountability.'
-
FDNY EMT outrage: First responders now earn less than grocery delivery workers after NYC Council vote,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-17
Jul 28 - A driver in a Ford SUV hit a 53-year-old cyclist at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider suffered arm and hand abrasions.
A 53-year-old cyclist was injured when the driver of a Ford SUV hit him at Wilson Ave and Hancock St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a 2019 Ford SUV traveling south and a bicycle traveling west. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his lower arm and hand. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The report notes the SUV had been stopped in traffic, and the cyclist was going straight ahead. Impact points were the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end.
24
Left‑Turn Driver Collides With Northbound Sedan▸Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
20
Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
-
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
17
Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Wage Hike For Delivery Workers▸Jul 17 - Council raised pay for grocery deliveristas. EMTs now earn less. Delivery workers face city streets daily. Council chose their risk. First responders left behind.
On July 17, 2025, the NYC Council passed a bill raising minimum pay for app-based grocery delivery workers to $21.44 per hour. The bill, sponsored by Council Member Sandy Nurse, matches earlier raises for restaurant deliveristas. The matter summary: 'the NYC Council approved on Monday a pay increase for app-based grocery-delivery workers.' Speaker Adrienne Adams and Justin Brannan backed higher EMT pay, but the bill leaves FDNY EMTs earning less than delivery workers. Safety analysts found no direct impact on pedestrians or cyclists: 'The pay increase for app-based delivery workers does not directly affect the safety of pedestrians or cyclists, nor does it impact street design, mode shift, or driver accountability.'
-
FDNY EMT outrage: First responders now earn less than grocery delivery workers after NYC Council vote,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-17
Jul 24 - A left-turning driver struck a northbound sedan on Bushwick Avenue at Linden Street in Brooklyn. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injury and whiplash; a 61-year-old man reported back pain. Police cited failure to yield and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
Two drivers collided at Bushwick Avenue and Linden Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound NJ-registered sedan was going straight. The driver of an MD-registered sedan was making a left turn. A 30-year-old woman suffered a head injury and complained of whiplash. A 61-year-old man reported back pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. Both drivers were conscious after the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved, per the report.
20
Motorcycle Passenger Ejected on Myrtle Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
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Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Wage Hike For Delivery Workers▸Jul 17 - Council raised pay for grocery deliveristas. EMTs now earn less. Delivery workers face city streets daily. Council chose their risk. First responders left behind.
On July 17, 2025, the NYC Council passed a bill raising minimum pay for app-based grocery delivery workers to $21.44 per hour. The bill, sponsored by Council Member Sandy Nurse, matches earlier raises for restaurant deliveristas. The matter summary: 'the NYC Council approved on Monday a pay increase for app-based grocery-delivery workers.' Speaker Adrienne Adams and Justin Brannan backed higher EMT pay, but the bill leaves FDNY EMTs earning less than delivery workers. Safety analysts found no direct impact on pedestrians or cyclists: 'The pay increase for app-based delivery workers does not directly affect the safety of pedestrians or cyclists, nor does it impact street design, mode shift, or driver accountability.'
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FDNY EMT outrage: First responders now earn less than grocery delivery workers after NYC Council vote,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-17
Jul 20 - A sedan driver making a left turn collided with a westbound motorcycle on Myrtle Avenue. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and injured, suffering whole-body pain and shock. Police cited driver inattention.
According to the police report, a westbound motorcycle going straight and an eastbound sedan making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue near Grove Street in Brooklyn. A 28-year-old male motorcycle passenger was ejected and sustained entire-body injuries, described as pain and shock. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle carried two occupants; the sedan had one. The report records center-front impacts on both vehicles and right-front damage to the sedan. No other contributing factors are listed in the report.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
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Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Wage Hike For Delivery Workers▸Jul 17 - Council raised pay for grocery deliveristas. EMTs now earn less. Delivery workers face city streets daily. Council chose their risk. First responders left behind.
On July 17, 2025, the NYC Council passed a bill raising minimum pay for app-based grocery delivery workers to $21.44 per hour. The bill, sponsored by Council Member Sandy Nurse, matches earlier raises for restaurant deliveristas. The matter summary: 'the NYC Council approved on Monday a pay increase for app-based grocery-delivery workers.' Speaker Adrienne Adams and Justin Brannan backed higher EMT pay, but the bill leaves FDNY EMTs earning less than delivery workers. Safety analysts found no direct impact on pedestrians or cyclists: 'The pay increase for app-based delivery workers does not directly affect the safety of pedestrians or cyclists, nor does it impact street design, mode shift, or driver accountability.'
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FDNY EMT outrage: First responders now earn less than grocery delivery workers after NYC Council vote,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-17
Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
- Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-18
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Nurse Backs Safety-Boosting Wage Hike For Delivery Workers▸Jul 17 - Council raised pay for grocery deliveristas. EMTs now earn less. Delivery workers face city streets daily. Council chose their risk. First responders left behind.
On July 17, 2025, the NYC Council passed a bill raising minimum pay for app-based grocery delivery workers to $21.44 per hour. The bill, sponsored by Council Member Sandy Nurse, matches earlier raises for restaurant deliveristas. The matter summary: 'the NYC Council approved on Monday a pay increase for app-based grocery-delivery workers.' Speaker Adrienne Adams and Justin Brannan backed higher EMT pay, but the bill leaves FDNY EMTs earning less than delivery workers. Safety analysts found no direct impact on pedestrians or cyclists: 'The pay increase for app-based delivery workers does not directly affect the safety of pedestrians or cyclists, nor does it impact street design, mode shift, or driver accountability.'
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FDNY EMT outrage: First responders now earn less than grocery delivery workers after NYC Council vote,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-17
Jul 17 - Council raised pay for grocery deliveristas. EMTs now earn less. Delivery workers face city streets daily. Council chose their risk. First responders left behind.
On July 17, 2025, the NYC Council passed a bill raising minimum pay for app-based grocery delivery workers to $21.44 per hour. The bill, sponsored by Council Member Sandy Nurse, matches earlier raises for restaurant deliveristas. The matter summary: 'the NYC Council approved on Monday a pay increase for app-based grocery-delivery workers.' Speaker Adrienne Adams and Justin Brannan backed higher EMT pay, but the bill leaves FDNY EMTs earning less than delivery workers. Safety analysts found no direct impact on pedestrians or cyclists: 'The pay increase for app-based delivery workers does not directly affect the safety of pedestrians or cyclists, nor does it impact street design, mode shift, or driver accountability.'
- FDNY EMT outrage: First responders now earn less than grocery delivery workers after NYC Council vote, AMNY, Published 2025-07-17