Crash Count for Cypress Hills
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 1,804
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,051
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 162
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 23
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 3
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 15, 2025
Carnage in Cypress Hills
Killed 2
+1
Crush Injuries 3
Chest 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Neck 1
Whole body 1
Severe Bleeding 4
Head 3
Whole body 1
Severe Lacerations 12
Head 4
Lower leg/foot 2
Whole body 2
Eye 1
Face 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Neck 1
Concussion 4
Head 3
Neck 1
Whiplash 31
Neck 15
+10
Back 8
+3
Head 4
Whole body 4
Chest 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Contusion/Bruise 29
Lower leg/foot 13
+8
Head 5
Lower arm/hand 4
Shoulder/upper arm 2
Back 1
Face 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Neck 1
Whole body 1
Abrasion 25
Lower leg/foot 10
+5
Head 4
Lower arm/hand 4
Back 3
Whole body 2
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Face 1
Pain/Nausea 14
Back 5
Head 3
Shoulder/upper arm 3
Lower leg/foot 2
Whole body 2
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Chest 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 15, 2025

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Atlantic and Elton: two lives lost on a hard strip of Atlantic Avenue

Atlantic and Elton: two lives lost on a hard strip of Atlantic Avenue

Cypress Hills: Jan 1, 2022 - Sep 6, 2025

Just after 8 PM on Sep 1, 2025, a driver on a Harley and a passenger were killed at Atlantic Avenue and Elton Street. Police records list a northbound SUV making a left as the other vehicle in the crash. NYC Open Data

This Week

  • Aug 25: A driver making a U‑turn on Jamaica and Nichols hit a man on a bike and injured him. NYC Open Data
  • Aug 19: A three‑SUV crash on Ridgewood and Pine left a teen passenger seriously hurt. NYC Open Data
  • Aug 12: A 33‑year‑old driver was ejected and seriously injured near Arlington Avenue. NYC Open Data

Atlantic Avenue again: the next night, a motorcycle crash on the same corridor killed two people in Cypress Hills. ABC7

Dead Reckoning on These Blocks

Since Jan 1, 2022, Cypress Hills has logged 1,456 crashes, with 833 people injured and 3 killed. NYC Open Data

In the last 12 months alone: 3 deaths and 253 injuries. NYC Open Data

Drivers in SUVs and sedans injured at least 76 pedestrians in this area. Police also recorded failures to yield, inattention, and drivers running lights among the causes. NYC Open Data

Where the Street Bites

Atlantic Avenue is a repeat killer here, tied to 2 deaths in this period. Crescent Street shows 3 serious injuries. These are the corners people talk about. NYC Open Data

Harm rises after dark. The 7 PM hour alone recorded 67 injuries across these years; 9 PM logged 47. That is when the sirens carry. NYC Open Data

Fix What We Can See

Daylight the corners so drivers can see the people they will hit if they turn blind. The Council’s Progressive Caucus is pushing a citywide bill to ban parking near crosswalks. “Universal daylighting is a proven, effective way to make our streets safer for pedestrians, bikers and drivers,” Council Member Sandy Nurse said. City & State

Target the hotspots at night: Atlantic Avenue, Crescent Street. Do it when the data says harm spikes. NYC Open Data

Shut Down the Worst Speeders

Albany has a tool to cage repeat dangerous driving. Senate bill S 4045 would require intelligent speed‑assistance devices for drivers with 11 or more DMV points in 24 months or six speed or red‑light camera tickets in a year. State Sen. Julia Salazar is listed as a co‑sponsor and voted yes in committee. Open States

This is the same fight as the one on Atlantic and Elton. Fewer reckless drivers. Slower turns at corners. Fewer families getting the call at night.

What Happens Now

Local leaders are on the record. Nurse backs daylighting. Salazar backs speed limiters. The path is in their hands. City & State Open States

The fixes are not abstract. They are a clear corner. A left turn that does not kill. A night without sirens on Atlantic Avenue. Act now: head to our page and push for concrete steps in your district. /take_action/

Frequently Asked Questions

What happened at Atlantic Avenue and Elton Street on Sep 1, 2025?
Two people on a Harley‑Davidson motorcycle were killed in a collision with a northbound SUV making a left turn at Atlantic Avenue and Elton Street in Cypress Hills. The crash was recorded just after 8 PM. Source.
How bad is traffic violence in Cypress Hills during this period?
From Jan 1, 2022 through Sep 6, 2025, there were 1,456 crashes, injuring 833 people and killing 3. In the last 12 months, there were 3 deaths and 253 injuries. Source.
Where are the local hotspots?
Atlantic Avenue is linked to 2 deaths in this period. Crescent Street shows 3 serious injuries. These locations appear repeatedly in the records. Source.
Which fixes are on the table locally?
The Council’s universal daylighting push would ban parking near crosswalks to improve visibility, which Council Member Sandy Nurse called “proven” and “effective.” Nighttime targeting at repeat hotspots aligns with when injuries spike. City & State NYC Open Data.
How were these numbers calculated?
We used NYC’s Motor Vehicle Collisions datasets (Crashes h9gi‑nx95, Persons f55k‑p6yu, Vehicles bm4k‑52h4), filtered to the Cypress Hills NTA (BK0501) for 2022‑01‑01 through 2025‑09‑06. We counted total crashes, injuries, deaths, serious injuries, modes, locations, and hourly distributions from those records. Data were accessed Sep 6, 2025. You can explore the base crash dataset here.
What is CrashCount?
We’re a tool for helping hold local politicians and other actors accountable for their failure to protect you when you’re walking or cycling in NYC. We update our site constantly to provide you with up to date information on what’s happening in your neighborhood.

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Other Representatives

Assembly Member Erik Dilan

District 54

Council Member Sandy Nurse

District 37

State Senator Julia Salazar

District 18

Other Geographies

Cypress Hills Cypress Hills sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 75, District 37, AD 54, SD 18, Brooklyn CB5.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Cypress Hills

13
A 602 Salazar votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.

Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.

Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.


10
Salazar Supports Safety Boosting State DOT BQE Planning

Feb 10 - Eighteen Brooklyn officials demand state DOT address BQE’s full deadly stretch. They reject piecemeal fixes. They call out decades of harm. The state’s refusal leaves neighborhoods exposed. The city’s hands are tied. The highway’s danger remains. Vulnerable lives hang in the balance.

On February 10, 2023, eighteen Brooklyn lawmakers issued a joint letter demanding New York State Department of Transportation (DOT) participate in comprehensive planning for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE). The statement, prompted by a Streetsblog report, reads: "We ask that the NYS DOT remember the daily harms caused by the BQE in its current state—not just the crumbling cantilever section—and join us at the table in search of a solution." The group includes Reps. Nydia Velázquez, Dan Goldman, Borough President Antonio Reynoso, state Sens. Jabari Brisport, Julia Salazar, Kristen Gonzalez, Andrew Gounardes, Assembly Members Bobby Carroll, Maritza Davila, Phara Souffrant Forrest, Emily Gallagher, Jo Anne Simon, Marcela Mitaynes, and Council Members Alexa Avilés, Shahana Hanif, Crystal Hudson, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Lincoln Restler. Senator Gounardes called the state’s refusal to join the city’s visioning process “unacceptable and irresponsible.” The lawmakers stress that the BQE’s harms—crashes, pollution, division—stretch from Bay Ridge to Greenpoint. Without state action, only city-owned segments see attention. The city’s efforts are limited. The state’s inaction leaves systemic danger unaddressed.


4
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Marked Crosswalk

Feb 4 - A 44-year-old woman was hit by a sedan while crossing a marked crosswalk on Arlington Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact caused a head injury and concussion. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Arlington Avenue struck a 44-year-old female pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. The report lists driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The vehicle's center front end was the point of impact. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. No safety equipment or helmet was noted. The crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to yield and are distracted, resulting in serious injury to vulnerable road users.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4604317 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
30
S 3304 Salazar co-sponsors bill boosting cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.

Jan 30 - Senate bill S 3304 aims to keep cars out of bike lanes. Photo devices would catch violators. Sponsors say it’s time to protect cyclists. The bill stands at the sponsorship stage.

Senate bill S 3304, sponsored by Brad Hoylman-Sigal with co-sponsors Jabari Brisport, Kristen Gonzalez, Liz Krueger, and Julia Salazar, was introduced on January 30, 2023. The bill is in the sponsorship stage. It seeks to 'establish in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' The measure targets drivers who block bike lanes, aiming to keep space clear for cyclists. No safety analyst note is available. The bill has not yet advanced to committee or vote.


24
A 602 Dilan votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.

Jan 24 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.

Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.


23
Box Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Crescent Street

Jan 23 - A box truck turning right struck a 38-year-old woman crossing Crescent Street with the signal. The driver failed to turn properly and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. No vehicle damage was reported.

According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on Crescent Street made an improper right turn and struck a 38-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The truck showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4599969 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
13
A 1280 Dilan co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.

Jan 13 - Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.

Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.


4
S 343 Salazar co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.

Jan 4 - Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.

Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.


3
Moped Strikes Pedestrian Near Hemlock Street

Jan 3 - A moped traveling south hit a 31-year-old man walking near Hemlock Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. Police cited illegal drugs and unsafe speed as factors in the crash.

According to the police report, a female moped driver going straight ahead struck a pedestrian not in the roadway near 175 Hemlock Street, Brooklyn. The pedestrian, a 31-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including unsafe speed and illegal drug use as contributing factors. The moped's center front end was damaged on impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No mention of helmet or signaling factors was made.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4595169 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
18
Driver Inattention Injures Woman on Highland Boulevard

Dec 18 - Two sedans crashed front-to-back on Highland Boulevard. A 50-year-old woman suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and distraction. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Highland Boulevard in Brooklyn while traveling northeast. The front of one sedan struck the back of the other. A 50-year-old female driver was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash caused damage to the front and rear centers of the vehicles. The injured driver was conscious and wearing a lap belt.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4593425 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
27
SUV Left Turn Crash Injures Taxi Driver

Nov 27 - A 28-year-old male taxi driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a collision on Jamaica Avenue. An SUV making a left turn struck the taxi head-on. The taxi driver was conscious and restrained. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as a cause.

According to the police report, a 2015 SUV making a left turn on Jamaica Avenue collided with a 2017 taxi traveling straight westbound. The taxi driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper hitting the taxi's center front end. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4585452 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
17
Two SUVs Collide on Cleveland Street Brooklyn

Nov 17 - Two SUVs crashed head-on on Cleveland Street in Brooklyn. Both drivers, men aged 54 and 55, suffered whiplash and back injuries. Neither was ejected. Both drivers were unlicensed. Damage centered on the front ends of both vehicles.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on Cleveland Street near Arlington Avenue in Brooklyn. Both drivers, aged 54 and 55, were injured with complaints of whiplash and back pain. Neither driver was ejected from their vehicles, and both remained conscious. Both drivers were unlicensed at the time of the crash. The vehicles sustained damage to their center front ends. The report lists no specific contributing factors beyond the drivers' unlicensed status. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash occurred while both vehicles were traveling straight ahead in perpendicular directions.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4583393 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
14
75-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured on Glen Street

Nov 14 - A 75-year-old man was struck while crossing Glen Street at a marked crosswalk in Brooklyn. He suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries and was in shock. The crash occurred without listed driver errors or contributing factors.

According to the police report, a 75-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Glen Street at a marked crosswalk in Brooklyn. He suffered injuries to his abdomen and pelvis and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no details about the driver or vehicle actions are provided. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. No safety equipment or other factors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4593557 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
6
Unsafe Speed Injures Two Passengers in Brooklyn

Nov 6 - Two sedans crashed hard on Lincoln Avenue. Two women in back seats suffered head and back injuries. Both wore belts. Police cite unsafe speed and traffic control disregard. Metal twisted. Pain and shock followed.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Lincoln Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash injured two female passengers, ages 44 and 66, both restrained with lap belts and harnesses. One suffered head injuries, the other back injuries. Both complained of pain and nausea and were in shock. The report lists unsafe speed and disregard for traffic control as contributing factors. One sedan struck the left front bumper of the other, which then hit a parked pickup truck. No ejections occurred. Driver errors included unsafe speed and failure to obey traffic controls. The passengers were not at fault.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4579462 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
30
Motorcyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Left-Turn Collision

Oct 30 - A sedan turned left on Jamaica Avenue. A motorcycle struck it. The rider flew off, hit his head, and bruised. Police cite driver inexperience. The crash left the motorcyclist hurt.

According to the police report, a sedan with a driver holding a learner's permit made a left turn from Highland Place onto Jamaica Avenue in Brooklyn. A northbound motorcycle struck the sedan's right front bumper. The motorcyclist, a 30-year-old man, was ejected and suffered head injuries and bruises. Police list driver inexperience as a contributing factor. The report notes the motorcyclist wore no safety equipment. No other contributing factors appear in the report. The crash left the motorcyclist injured. No injuries to sedan occupants were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4577886 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
27
73-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured on Fulton Street

Oct 27 - A 73-year-old man was struck while crossing Fulton Street in a marked crosswalk without a signal. He suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver’s actions and vehicle details remain unspecified.

According to the police report, a 73-year-old male pedestrian was injured on Fulton Street while crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. He sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report does not specify the type of vehicle involved or any contributing factors from the driver. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The absence of driver details and contributing factors leaves the circumstances of the collision unclear.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4576807 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
26
Box Truck Strikes Woman at Atlantic and Crescent

Oct 26 - A box truck rolled north on Atlantic. A young woman crossed. Steel met flesh. Her skull split. Blood pooled. She stayed awake. The truck bore the wound. The street held the mark.

A box truck traveling north on Atlantic Avenue struck a 23-year-old woman at the corner of Crescent Street. According to the police report, 'A box truck rolled north. A young woman crossed against the light. Steel struck skull. Her head split open. Blood pooled at the curb. She stayed awake. The truck bore the wound.' The pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations. The truck’s right front quarter panel was damaged. No driver errors were specified in the report. The data lists the pedestrian as crossing against the signal, but no contributing factors are assigned to the driver. Other occupants in the truck were not injured.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4576805 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
25
Two Sedans Collide on Fulton Street

Oct 25 - Two sedans crashed at Fulton Street in Brooklyn. The 33-year-old female driver of one vehicle suffered a head injury and shock. Airbags deployed. Impact struck the right side doors of one car and the front bumper of the other. No ejections reported.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Fulton Street, Brooklyn. The 33-year-old female driver of one sedan was injured, sustaining a head injury and shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness, and the airbag deployed. The collision impacted the right side doors of her vehicle and the left front bumper of the other sedan. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify specific driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured occupant was not ejected from the vehicle and complained of pain or nausea.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4576279 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
22
Taxi Hits E-Bike on Jamaica Avenue

Oct 22 - A taxi made a left turn and struck a 21-year-old male e-bicyclist going straight. The rider was ejected and suffered a neck contusion. The crash left the cyclist injured but conscious. The taxi’s front center bore the impact.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Jamaica Avenue was making a left turn when it collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike. The 21-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a neck contusion. The taxi’s front center end and the e-bike’s front center were the points of impact. The report lists no specific contributing factors but notes the taxi driver’s maneuver as the pre-crash action. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver was licensed in New York. The crash resulted in injury severity level 3 for the bicyclist, who remained conscious after the collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4575200 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19
16
SUVs Collide on Bushwick Avenue, Driver Injured

Oct 16 - Two SUVs crashed on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn. The male driver, 51, lost consciousness due to illness and was injured. Both vehicles struck each other’s left front quarter panels. The driver was restrained and suffered shock.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn. The 51-year-old male driver of one SUV was injured after losing consciousness due to illness. The crash involved impact on the left front quarter panels of both vehicles. The driver was not ejected and was restrained with a lap belt and harness. Contributing factors listed include illness and following too closely. The report notes the driver lost consciousness, which led to the collision. No other driver errors or victim actions are mentioned.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4573364 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19