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 11
▸ Crush Injuries 5
▸ Severe Bleeding 6
▸ Severe Lacerations 9
▸ Concussion 16
▸ Whiplash 68
▸ Contusion/Bruise 77
▸ Abrasion 71
▸ Pain/Nausea 28
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year-to-year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Late night on the Prospect, another body in a taxi seat
Sunset Park (West): Jan 1, 2022 - Dec 11, 2025
Late at night on Nov 22, 2025, on Prospect Expressway East, a 32‑year‑old taxi passenger in the right rear seat suffered crush injuries and was listed as seriously hurt. Police recorded two taxis involved. NYC Open Data
This Week
- Nov 17, at 4 Ave and 44 St, a driver turning right in an SUV hit a person on a bike, injuring him. NYC Open Data
- Oct 30, near 830 4 Ave, police recorded unsafe speed and inattention by a driver who injured a person walking outside an intersection. NYC Open Data
- Oct 27, at 2 Ave and 65 St, a right‑turning SUV driver hit a 59‑year‑old woman on a bike. NYC Open Data
The toll on these blocks
Since 2022, Sunset Park (West) has seen 3,420 crashes, with 13 people killed and 2,196 injured, including 23 serious injuries. NYC Open Data
Crashes this year stand at 743, down from 811 at this point last year; injuries are 527 this year versus 577 last year. NYC Open Data
The harm clusters where you feel it: along 4 Avenue and 3 Avenue, and on the Gowanus Expressway. Police most often note driver inattention, failure to yield, and unsafe speed among named factors. (CrashCount analysis of NYC Open Data; see FAQ.)
Afternoon danger, night pain
Injuries pile up in the afternoon. The single highest hour for injuries in this area is about 4 PM. Serious harm also appears in the late‑night hours. (CrashCount analysis of NYC Open Data; see FAQ.)
A right turn at 44 St. A bike rider going straight. A driver who didn’t yield. The pattern repeats. NYC Open Data
We know fixes that work on these corners
On corridors like 4 Avenue and 3 Avenue, the first moves are simple and local: daylight the corners, add leading pedestrian intervals, and harden right turns to slow drivers. Near schools and senior centers, narrow crossings and add refuge islands. Where trucks dominate, set clear truck routes and timing, and enforce yielding at turns.
Officials on the hook
“Here we are, once again gathering to mourn another preventable tragedy on our streets. But it doesn’t have to be this way,” said State Sen. Andrew Gounardes at a Sunset Park rally for Third Avenue fixes in July. BKReader
Gounardes sponsors the state Stop Super Speeders bill (S 4045) and voted yes in committee. The bill would require speed‑limiting devices for repeat violators. Open States
Council Member Alexa Avilés is a sponsor of Int 1431‑2025, a bill to tightly limit high‑speed police pursuits—cuts that analysts say would reduce risk to people walking and biking. Legistar
Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes represents this area. The need on Third Avenue remains. BKReader
Cut speed, stop the repeat harm
Citywide, the next steps are clear: lower default speeds and rein in repeat speeders. New Yorkers have the tools to push for both. Start here. /take_action/
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ What changed here in the past month?
▸ Where are the worst places to cross or ride?
▸ Which officials represent this area?
▸ What policies are on the table?
▸ How were these numbers calculated?
▸ What is CrashCount?
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-12-11
- Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes, BKReader, Published 2025-07-24
- File S 4045, Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-12
- File Int 1431-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-10-29
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes
District 51
Council Member Alexa Avilés
District 38
State Senator Andrew Gounardes
District 26
▸ Other Geographies
Sunset Park (West) Sunset Park (West) sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 72, District 38, AD 51, SD 26, Brooklyn CB7.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Sunset Park (West)
29
SUV Rear-End Crash Injures Brooklyn Passenger▸Apr 29 - SUV slammed into stopped car on 51st Street. Passenger struck her head. Police cite following too closely. Brooklyn night, metal and glass, pain and sirens.
A crash on 51st Street in Brooklyn left a female passenger injured when an SUV rear-ended another SUV stopped in traffic. According to the police report, the collision occurred when one vehicle was 'Following Too Closely.' The impact caused head injury and whiplash to the front passenger. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the driver error. No other contributing factors were noted.
28
Sedan Strikes, Injures Elderly Woman on 39th Street▸Apr 28 - A sedan hit a 76-year-old woman on 39th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a back injury. Police cite 'Other Vehicular' as a factor. The street saw pain and shock. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A 76-year-old woman was injured in a crash involving a sedan on 39th Street near 3rd Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a Toyota sedan traveling west and resulted in a back injury to the elderly driver, who was left in shock. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not specify further details about the cause, but the listed factor points to a vehicle-related issue. No helmet or signal use is mentioned.
28
City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection▸Apr 28 - A box truck struck and killed a motorcyclist at Scott and Flushing. The city will close the cut-through, ban parking at corners, and add pedestrian space. Confusion and blocked sight lines fueled crashes. Change comes after loss and pressure.
Streetsblog NYC reported on April 28, 2025, that the city will close a dangerous Bushwick intersection after a fatal crash killed motorcyclist Philippe Haussmann. The Department of Transportation will ban cars on Scott Avenue between Flushing and Johnson and remove parking at several corners to improve visibility, a process called daylighting. The article notes, 'Drivers struggle to see oncoming traffic on Scott Avenue at Jefferson Street and at Flushing Avenue, due to parking blocking sight lines and the angle of the street.' The intersection saw 39 crashes from 2020 to 2024. The redesign includes a pedestrian plaza, narrowed roadways, and a ban on right turns onto Scott Avenue. These changes follow advocacy from Haussmann’s family and local lawmakers, highlighting systemic danger and the need for proactive street design.
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City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-28
28Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 28 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
-
File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-28
28Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 28 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
-
File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-28
27
Sedan Rear-Ends Sedan on Gowanus Expressway▸Apr 27 - A sedan slammed into another’s rear on the Gowanus Expressway. One driver suffered neck whiplash. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, pain. Brooklyn traffic grinds on.
Two sedans collided on the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn. One driver, age 25, was injured with neck whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' Both vehicles were traveling straight when the front of one sedan struck the back of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt. The other occupants were not reported injured.
24
Motorcycle Smashed by Sedan on Gowanus Ramp▸Apr 24 - A sedan merged into a motorcycle on Gowanus Ramp. The rider was hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Danger rides the ramp.
A crash on the Gowanus Ramp in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a motorcycle. The motorcycle rider, a 41-year-old man, was injured across his entire body. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan was merging when it struck the motorcycle, which was going straight. The motorcycle was demolished. The rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved. The toll: one injured, metal wrecked, another night of danger on city roads.
24
E-Scooter Driver Hits Girl on Fourth Avenue▸Apr 24 - E-scooter struck a 12-year-old girl on Fourth Avenue. She suffered facial bruises. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Streets remain perilous for Brooklyn’s young pedestrians.
A 12-year-old girl was injured when an e-scooter struck her as she got on or off a vehicle near 647 Fourth Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl suffered a facial contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver’s actions directly led to the collision. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The crash highlights ongoing risks for children navigating city streets.
24Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
-
File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-24
24Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
-
File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-24
24Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
-
File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-24
24
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸Apr 24 - A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
-
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
18
Cyclist Thrown After SUV Collision on 54th Street▸Apr 18 - A cyclist hit a stopped SUV on 54th Street. He flew from his bike, struck his head, and bled on the pavement. Police cite driver distraction. Three others in cars were not hurt.
A cyclist was injured after colliding with the back of a stopped SUV near 54th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered head wounds and severe lacerations. Three vehicle occupants were unhurt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Helmet use was listed as 'Unknown' and is noted only after the driver error. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction, as documented in the official account.
17
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 4th Ave▸Apr 17 - SUV turned left on 4th Ave. Cyclist hit, thrown, shoulder fractured. Streets in Brooklyn stay brutal for those on two wheels.
A cyclist riding north on 4th Ave at 42nd Street in Brooklyn was struck by an SUV making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. The SUV’s right side doors were damaged. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are noted in the data. The cyclist’s use of safety equipment is unknown. No injuries to the SUV occupants were specified.
16
Distracted RAM Van Hits Woman at 3rd Avenue▸Apr 16 - A RAM van struck a 60-year-old woman crossing 3rd Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver, distracted, kept his license. The van showed no damage. The woman suffered severe leg bleeding.
A 60-year-old woman was hit by a RAM van while crossing 3rd Avenue at 42nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and struck the woman as he turned. The woman suffered severe bleeding to her leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The van showed no damage. The driver kept his license. No injuries were reported for the van's occupants.
16
Gounardes Backs Safety Boosting Speed Limiter Bill▸Apr 16 - Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez indicted a repeat speeder for killing three. He slammed weak laws. Tickets pile up, but drivers dodge real punishment. Gonzalez backed a bill for speed limiters on chronic offenders. He demanded action to stop reckless driving and protect lives.
On April 16, 2025, Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez issued a forceful statement after indicting Miriam Yarimi, a repeat speeder, for killing three family members in Brooklyn. Gonzalez criticized New York’s laws, saying, 'The law is very restrictive in allowing district attorney’s to pursue murder charges in these types of cases.' He noted Yarimi’s 21 speeding and five red-light tickets did not trigger license points or insurance penalties. Gonzalez questioned why the NYPD cannot seize cars based on repeated violations and called for legislative change. He endorsed State Sen. Andrew Gounardes’s bill (S7621), which would require speed limiter technology for drivers with six or more automated enforcement tickets in a year, describing it as a way to fight 'violent car culture.' Gonzalez urged lawmakers to make it easier to prosecute and prevent reckless driving, centering the deadly risk to families and vulnerable road users.
-
Brooklyn DA Lays Out Why Roads Are Unsafe,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-16
16
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
15
Cyclist Injured in Sedan Collision on 4th Avenue▸Apr 15 - A sedan struck a cyclist at 4th Avenue and 56th Street. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion. No injuries reported for car occupants. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A crash on 4th Avenue at 56th Street in Brooklyn left a 35-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with the cyclist, who was going straight. The cyclist sustained a head abrasion. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the report. Helmet use was not listed as a contributing factor.
14
SUVs Collide at 3rd Avenue, Children Hurt▸Apr 14 - Two SUVs slammed together near 36th Street. A man gripped his shoulder. A woman’s neck snapped back. A toddler rode unbelted on a lap. Children sat silent in the back. Metal and glass, pain and fear.
Two SUVs crashed on 3rd Avenue near 36th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV was turning left while the other went straight. A 36-year-old man suffered a shoulder injury. A 36-year-old woman sustained whiplash. A toddler, unbelted and riding on a lap, was among several children in the vehicles. The report lists no specific driver errors, only 'Unspecified' contributing factors. No further details on helmet or signal use appear in the data.
13
Speeding Crash on Gowanus Expressway Injures Three▸Apr 13 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided on the Gowanus Expressway. Three people hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Shock and pain followed. Metal twisted. The road stayed open. The danger did not end.
Three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 21-year-old male driver with leg injuries, a 34-year-old female passenger with pain and shock, and a 29-year-old male driver also in shock. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left metal bent and bodies shaken, with the cause rooted in speed.
Apr 29 - SUV slammed into stopped car on 51st Street. Passenger struck her head. Police cite following too closely. Brooklyn night, metal and glass, pain and sirens.
A crash on 51st Street in Brooklyn left a female passenger injured when an SUV rear-ended another SUV stopped in traffic. According to the police report, the collision occurred when one vehicle was 'Following Too Closely.' The impact caused head injury and whiplash to the front passenger. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the driver error. No other contributing factors were noted.
28
Sedan Strikes, Injures Elderly Woman on 39th Street▸Apr 28 - A sedan hit a 76-year-old woman on 39th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a back injury. Police cite 'Other Vehicular' as a factor. The street saw pain and shock. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A 76-year-old woman was injured in a crash involving a sedan on 39th Street near 3rd Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a Toyota sedan traveling west and resulted in a back injury to the elderly driver, who was left in shock. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not specify further details about the cause, but the listed factor points to a vehicle-related issue. No helmet or signal use is mentioned.
28
City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection▸Apr 28 - A box truck struck and killed a motorcyclist at Scott and Flushing. The city will close the cut-through, ban parking at corners, and add pedestrian space. Confusion and blocked sight lines fueled crashes. Change comes after loss and pressure.
Streetsblog NYC reported on April 28, 2025, that the city will close a dangerous Bushwick intersection after a fatal crash killed motorcyclist Philippe Haussmann. The Department of Transportation will ban cars on Scott Avenue between Flushing and Johnson and remove parking at several corners to improve visibility, a process called daylighting. The article notes, 'Drivers struggle to see oncoming traffic on Scott Avenue at Jefferson Street and at Flushing Avenue, due to parking blocking sight lines and the angle of the street.' The intersection saw 39 crashes from 2020 to 2024. The redesign includes a pedestrian plaza, narrowed roadways, and a ban on right turns onto Scott Avenue. These changes follow advocacy from Haussmann’s family and local lawmakers, highlighting systemic danger and the need for proactive street design.
-
City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-28
28Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 28 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
-
File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-28
28Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 28 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
-
File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-28
27
Sedan Rear-Ends Sedan on Gowanus Expressway▸Apr 27 - A sedan slammed into another’s rear on the Gowanus Expressway. One driver suffered neck whiplash. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, pain. Brooklyn traffic grinds on.
Two sedans collided on the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn. One driver, age 25, was injured with neck whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' Both vehicles were traveling straight when the front of one sedan struck the back of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt. The other occupants were not reported injured.
24
Motorcycle Smashed by Sedan on Gowanus Ramp▸Apr 24 - A sedan merged into a motorcycle on Gowanus Ramp. The rider was hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Danger rides the ramp.
A crash on the Gowanus Ramp in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a motorcycle. The motorcycle rider, a 41-year-old man, was injured across his entire body. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan was merging when it struck the motorcycle, which was going straight. The motorcycle was demolished. The rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved. The toll: one injured, metal wrecked, another night of danger on city roads.
24
E-Scooter Driver Hits Girl on Fourth Avenue▸Apr 24 - E-scooter struck a 12-year-old girl on Fourth Avenue. She suffered facial bruises. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Streets remain perilous for Brooklyn’s young pedestrians.
A 12-year-old girl was injured when an e-scooter struck her as she got on or off a vehicle near 647 Fourth Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl suffered a facial contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver’s actions directly led to the collision. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The crash highlights ongoing risks for children navigating city streets.
24Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
-
File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-24
24Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
-
File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-24
24Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
-
File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-24
24
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸Apr 24 - A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
-
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
18
Cyclist Thrown After SUV Collision on 54th Street▸Apr 18 - A cyclist hit a stopped SUV on 54th Street. He flew from his bike, struck his head, and bled on the pavement. Police cite driver distraction. Three others in cars were not hurt.
A cyclist was injured after colliding with the back of a stopped SUV near 54th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered head wounds and severe lacerations. Three vehicle occupants were unhurt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Helmet use was listed as 'Unknown' and is noted only after the driver error. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction, as documented in the official account.
17
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 4th Ave▸Apr 17 - SUV turned left on 4th Ave. Cyclist hit, thrown, shoulder fractured. Streets in Brooklyn stay brutal for those on two wheels.
A cyclist riding north on 4th Ave at 42nd Street in Brooklyn was struck by an SUV making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. The SUV’s right side doors were damaged. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are noted in the data. The cyclist’s use of safety equipment is unknown. No injuries to the SUV occupants were specified.
16
Distracted RAM Van Hits Woman at 3rd Avenue▸Apr 16 - A RAM van struck a 60-year-old woman crossing 3rd Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver, distracted, kept his license. The van showed no damage. The woman suffered severe leg bleeding.
A 60-year-old woman was hit by a RAM van while crossing 3rd Avenue at 42nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and struck the woman as he turned. The woman suffered severe bleeding to her leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The van showed no damage. The driver kept his license. No injuries were reported for the van's occupants.
16
Gounardes Backs Safety Boosting Speed Limiter Bill▸Apr 16 - Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez indicted a repeat speeder for killing three. He slammed weak laws. Tickets pile up, but drivers dodge real punishment. Gonzalez backed a bill for speed limiters on chronic offenders. He demanded action to stop reckless driving and protect lives.
On April 16, 2025, Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez issued a forceful statement after indicting Miriam Yarimi, a repeat speeder, for killing three family members in Brooklyn. Gonzalez criticized New York’s laws, saying, 'The law is very restrictive in allowing district attorney’s to pursue murder charges in these types of cases.' He noted Yarimi’s 21 speeding and five red-light tickets did not trigger license points or insurance penalties. Gonzalez questioned why the NYPD cannot seize cars based on repeated violations and called for legislative change. He endorsed State Sen. Andrew Gounardes’s bill (S7621), which would require speed limiter technology for drivers with six or more automated enforcement tickets in a year, describing it as a way to fight 'violent car culture.' Gonzalez urged lawmakers to make it easier to prosecute and prevent reckless driving, centering the deadly risk to families and vulnerable road users.
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Brooklyn DA Lays Out Why Roads Are Unsafe,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-16
16
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
15
Cyclist Injured in Sedan Collision on 4th Avenue▸Apr 15 - A sedan struck a cyclist at 4th Avenue and 56th Street. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion. No injuries reported for car occupants. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A crash on 4th Avenue at 56th Street in Brooklyn left a 35-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with the cyclist, who was going straight. The cyclist sustained a head abrasion. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the report. Helmet use was not listed as a contributing factor.
14
SUVs Collide at 3rd Avenue, Children Hurt▸Apr 14 - Two SUVs slammed together near 36th Street. A man gripped his shoulder. A woman’s neck snapped back. A toddler rode unbelted on a lap. Children sat silent in the back. Metal and glass, pain and fear.
Two SUVs crashed on 3rd Avenue near 36th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV was turning left while the other went straight. A 36-year-old man suffered a shoulder injury. A 36-year-old woman sustained whiplash. A toddler, unbelted and riding on a lap, was among several children in the vehicles. The report lists no specific driver errors, only 'Unspecified' contributing factors. No further details on helmet or signal use appear in the data.
13
Speeding Crash on Gowanus Expressway Injures Three▸Apr 13 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided on the Gowanus Expressway. Three people hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Shock and pain followed. Metal twisted. The road stayed open. The danger did not end.
Three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 21-year-old male driver with leg injuries, a 34-year-old female passenger with pain and shock, and a 29-year-old male driver also in shock. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left metal bent and bodies shaken, with the cause rooted in speed.
Apr 28 - A sedan hit a 76-year-old woman on 39th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a back injury. Police cite 'Other Vehicular' as a factor. The street saw pain and shock. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A 76-year-old woman was injured in a crash involving a sedan on 39th Street near 3rd Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a Toyota sedan traveling west and resulted in a back injury to the elderly driver, who was left in shock. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not specify further details about the cause, but the listed factor points to a vehicle-related issue. No helmet or signal use is mentioned.
28
City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection▸Apr 28 - A box truck struck and killed a motorcyclist at Scott and Flushing. The city will close the cut-through, ban parking at corners, and add pedestrian space. Confusion and blocked sight lines fueled crashes. Change comes after loss and pressure.
Streetsblog NYC reported on April 28, 2025, that the city will close a dangerous Bushwick intersection after a fatal crash killed motorcyclist Philippe Haussmann. The Department of Transportation will ban cars on Scott Avenue between Flushing and Johnson and remove parking at several corners to improve visibility, a process called daylighting. The article notes, 'Drivers struggle to see oncoming traffic on Scott Avenue at Jefferson Street and at Flushing Avenue, due to parking blocking sight lines and the angle of the street.' The intersection saw 39 crashes from 2020 to 2024. The redesign includes a pedestrian plaza, narrowed roadways, and a ban on right turns onto Scott Avenue. These changes follow advocacy from Haussmann’s family and local lawmakers, highlighting systemic danger and the need for proactive street design.
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City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-28
28Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 28 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
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File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-28
28Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 28 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
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File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-28
27
Sedan Rear-Ends Sedan on Gowanus Expressway▸Apr 27 - A sedan slammed into another’s rear on the Gowanus Expressway. One driver suffered neck whiplash. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, pain. Brooklyn traffic grinds on.
Two sedans collided on the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn. One driver, age 25, was injured with neck whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' Both vehicles were traveling straight when the front of one sedan struck the back of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt. The other occupants were not reported injured.
24
Motorcycle Smashed by Sedan on Gowanus Ramp▸Apr 24 - A sedan merged into a motorcycle on Gowanus Ramp. The rider was hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Danger rides the ramp.
A crash on the Gowanus Ramp in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a motorcycle. The motorcycle rider, a 41-year-old man, was injured across his entire body. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan was merging when it struck the motorcycle, which was going straight. The motorcycle was demolished. The rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved. The toll: one injured, metal wrecked, another night of danger on city roads.
24
E-Scooter Driver Hits Girl on Fourth Avenue▸Apr 24 - E-scooter struck a 12-year-old girl on Fourth Avenue. She suffered facial bruises. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Streets remain perilous for Brooklyn’s young pedestrians.
A 12-year-old girl was injured when an e-scooter struck her as she got on or off a vehicle near 647 Fourth Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl suffered a facial contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver’s actions directly led to the collision. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The crash highlights ongoing risks for children navigating city streets.
24Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
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File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-24
24Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
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File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-24
24Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
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File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-24
24
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸Apr 24 - A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
18
Cyclist Thrown After SUV Collision on 54th Street▸Apr 18 - A cyclist hit a stopped SUV on 54th Street. He flew from his bike, struck his head, and bled on the pavement. Police cite driver distraction. Three others in cars were not hurt.
A cyclist was injured after colliding with the back of a stopped SUV near 54th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered head wounds and severe lacerations. Three vehicle occupants were unhurt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Helmet use was listed as 'Unknown' and is noted only after the driver error. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction, as documented in the official account.
17
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 4th Ave▸Apr 17 - SUV turned left on 4th Ave. Cyclist hit, thrown, shoulder fractured. Streets in Brooklyn stay brutal for those on two wheels.
A cyclist riding north on 4th Ave at 42nd Street in Brooklyn was struck by an SUV making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. The SUV’s right side doors were damaged. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are noted in the data. The cyclist’s use of safety equipment is unknown. No injuries to the SUV occupants were specified.
16
Distracted RAM Van Hits Woman at 3rd Avenue▸Apr 16 - A RAM van struck a 60-year-old woman crossing 3rd Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver, distracted, kept his license. The van showed no damage. The woman suffered severe leg bleeding.
A 60-year-old woman was hit by a RAM van while crossing 3rd Avenue at 42nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and struck the woman as he turned. The woman suffered severe bleeding to her leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The van showed no damage. The driver kept his license. No injuries were reported for the van's occupants.
16
Gounardes Backs Safety Boosting Speed Limiter Bill▸Apr 16 - Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez indicted a repeat speeder for killing three. He slammed weak laws. Tickets pile up, but drivers dodge real punishment. Gonzalez backed a bill for speed limiters on chronic offenders. He demanded action to stop reckless driving and protect lives.
On April 16, 2025, Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez issued a forceful statement after indicting Miriam Yarimi, a repeat speeder, for killing three family members in Brooklyn. Gonzalez criticized New York’s laws, saying, 'The law is very restrictive in allowing district attorney’s to pursue murder charges in these types of cases.' He noted Yarimi’s 21 speeding and five red-light tickets did not trigger license points or insurance penalties. Gonzalez questioned why the NYPD cannot seize cars based on repeated violations and called for legislative change. He endorsed State Sen. Andrew Gounardes’s bill (S7621), which would require speed limiter technology for drivers with six or more automated enforcement tickets in a year, describing it as a way to fight 'violent car culture.' Gonzalez urged lawmakers to make it easier to prosecute and prevent reckless driving, centering the deadly risk to families and vulnerable road users.
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Brooklyn DA Lays Out Why Roads Are Unsafe,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-16
16
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
15
Cyclist Injured in Sedan Collision on 4th Avenue▸Apr 15 - A sedan struck a cyclist at 4th Avenue and 56th Street. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion. No injuries reported for car occupants. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A crash on 4th Avenue at 56th Street in Brooklyn left a 35-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with the cyclist, who was going straight. The cyclist sustained a head abrasion. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the report. Helmet use was not listed as a contributing factor.
14
SUVs Collide at 3rd Avenue, Children Hurt▸Apr 14 - Two SUVs slammed together near 36th Street. A man gripped his shoulder. A woman’s neck snapped back. A toddler rode unbelted on a lap. Children sat silent in the back. Metal and glass, pain and fear.
Two SUVs crashed on 3rd Avenue near 36th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV was turning left while the other went straight. A 36-year-old man suffered a shoulder injury. A 36-year-old woman sustained whiplash. A toddler, unbelted and riding on a lap, was among several children in the vehicles. The report lists no specific driver errors, only 'Unspecified' contributing factors. No further details on helmet or signal use appear in the data.
13
Speeding Crash on Gowanus Expressway Injures Three▸Apr 13 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided on the Gowanus Expressway. Three people hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Shock and pain followed. Metal twisted. The road stayed open. The danger did not end.
Three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 21-year-old male driver with leg injuries, a 34-year-old female passenger with pain and shock, and a 29-year-old male driver also in shock. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left metal bent and bodies shaken, with the cause rooted in speed.
Apr 28 - A box truck struck and killed a motorcyclist at Scott and Flushing. The city will close the cut-through, ban parking at corners, and add pedestrian space. Confusion and blocked sight lines fueled crashes. Change comes after loss and pressure.
Streetsblog NYC reported on April 28, 2025, that the city will close a dangerous Bushwick intersection after a fatal crash killed motorcyclist Philippe Haussmann. The Department of Transportation will ban cars on Scott Avenue between Flushing and Johnson and remove parking at several corners to improve visibility, a process called daylighting. The article notes, 'Drivers struggle to see oncoming traffic on Scott Avenue at Jefferson Street and at Flushing Avenue, due to parking blocking sight lines and the angle of the street.' The intersection saw 39 crashes from 2020 to 2024. The redesign includes a pedestrian plaza, narrowed roadways, and a ban on right turns onto Scott Avenue. These changes follow advocacy from Haussmann’s family and local lawmakers, highlighting systemic danger and the need for proactive street design.
- City Closes Deadly Bushwick Intersection, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-04-28
28Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 28 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
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File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-28
28Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 28 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
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File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-28
27
Sedan Rear-Ends Sedan on Gowanus Expressway▸Apr 27 - A sedan slammed into another’s rear on the Gowanus Expressway. One driver suffered neck whiplash. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, pain. Brooklyn traffic grinds on.
Two sedans collided on the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn. One driver, age 25, was injured with neck whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' Both vehicles were traveling straight when the front of one sedan struck the back of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt. The other occupants were not reported injured.
24
Motorcycle Smashed by Sedan on Gowanus Ramp▸Apr 24 - A sedan merged into a motorcycle on Gowanus Ramp. The rider was hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Danger rides the ramp.
A crash on the Gowanus Ramp in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a motorcycle. The motorcycle rider, a 41-year-old man, was injured across his entire body. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan was merging when it struck the motorcycle, which was going straight. The motorcycle was demolished. The rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved. The toll: one injured, metal wrecked, another night of danger on city roads.
24
E-Scooter Driver Hits Girl on Fourth Avenue▸Apr 24 - E-scooter struck a 12-year-old girl on Fourth Avenue. She suffered facial bruises. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Streets remain perilous for Brooklyn’s young pedestrians.
A 12-year-old girl was injured when an e-scooter struck her as she got on or off a vehicle near 647 Fourth Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl suffered a facial contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver’s actions directly led to the collision. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The crash highlights ongoing risks for children navigating city streets.
24Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
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File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-24
24Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
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File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-24
24Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
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File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-24
24
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸Apr 24 - A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
18
Cyclist Thrown After SUV Collision on 54th Street▸Apr 18 - A cyclist hit a stopped SUV on 54th Street. He flew from his bike, struck his head, and bled on the pavement. Police cite driver distraction. Three others in cars were not hurt.
A cyclist was injured after colliding with the back of a stopped SUV near 54th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered head wounds and severe lacerations. Three vehicle occupants were unhurt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Helmet use was listed as 'Unknown' and is noted only after the driver error. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction, as documented in the official account.
17
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 4th Ave▸Apr 17 - SUV turned left on 4th Ave. Cyclist hit, thrown, shoulder fractured. Streets in Brooklyn stay brutal for those on two wheels.
A cyclist riding north on 4th Ave at 42nd Street in Brooklyn was struck by an SUV making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. The SUV’s right side doors were damaged. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are noted in the data. The cyclist’s use of safety equipment is unknown. No injuries to the SUV occupants were specified.
16
Distracted RAM Van Hits Woman at 3rd Avenue▸Apr 16 - A RAM van struck a 60-year-old woman crossing 3rd Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver, distracted, kept his license. The van showed no damage. The woman suffered severe leg bleeding.
A 60-year-old woman was hit by a RAM van while crossing 3rd Avenue at 42nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and struck the woman as he turned. The woman suffered severe bleeding to her leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The van showed no damage. The driver kept his license. No injuries were reported for the van's occupants.
16
Gounardes Backs Safety Boosting Speed Limiter Bill▸Apr 16 - Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez indicted a repeat speeder for killing three. He slammed weak laws. Tickets pile up, but drivers dodge real punishment. Gonzalez backed a bill for speed limiters on chronic offenders. He demanded action to stop reckless driving and protect lives.
On April 16, 2025, Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez issued a forceful statement after indicting Miriam Yarimi, a repeat speeder, for killing three family members in Brooklyn. Gonzalez criticized New York’s laws, saying, 'The law is very restrictive in allowing district attorney’s to pursue murder charges in these types of cases.' He noted Yarimi’s 21 speeding and five red-light tickets did not trigger license points or insurance penalties. Gonzalez questioned why the NYPD cannot seize cars based on repeated violations and called for legislative change. He endorsed State Sen. Andrew Gounardes’s bill (S7621), which would require speed limiter technology for drivers with six or more automated enforcement tickets in a year, describing it as a way to fight 'violent car culture.' Gonzalez urged lawmakers to make it easier to prosecute and prevent reckless driving, centering the deadly risk to families and vulnerable road users.
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Brooklyn DA Lays Out Why Roads Are Unsafe,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-16
16
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
15
Cyclist Injured in Sedan Collision on 4th Avenue▸Apr 15 - A sedan struck a cyclist at 4th Avenue and 56th Street. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion. No injuries reported for car occupants. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A crash on 4th Avenue at 56th Street in Brooklyn left a 35-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with the cyclist, who was going straight. The cyclist sustained a head abrasion. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the report. Helmet use was not listed as a contributing factor.
14
SUVs Collide at 3rd Avenue, Children Hurt▸Apr 14 - Two SUVs slammed together near 36th Street. A man gripped his shoulder. A woman’s neck snapped back. A toddler rode unbelted on a lap. Children sat silent in the back. Metal and glass, pain and fear.
Two SUVs crashed on 3rd Avenue near 36th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV was turning left while the other went straight. A 36-year-old man suffered a shoulder injury. A 36-year-old woman sustained whiplash. A toddler, unbelted and riding on a lap, was among several children in the vehicles. The report lists no specific driver errors, only 'Unspecified' contributing factors. No further details on helmet or signal use appear in the data.
13
Speeding Crash on Gowanus Expressway Injures Three▸Apr 13 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided on the Gowanus Expressway. Three people hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Shock and pain followed. Metal twisted. The road stayed open. The danger did not end.
Three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 21-year-old male driver with leg injuries, a 34-year-old female passenger with pain and shock, and a 29-year-old male driver also in shock. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left metal bent and bodies shaken, with the cause rooted in speed.
Apr 28 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
- File Res 0854-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-04-28
28Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 28 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
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File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-28
27
Sedan Rear-Ends Sedan on Gowanus Expressway▸Apr 27 - A sedan slammed into another’s rear on the Gowanus Expressway. One driver suffered neck whiplash. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, pain. Brooklyn traffic grinds on.
Two sedans collided on the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn. One driver, age 25, was injured with neck whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' Both vehicles were traveling straight when the front of one sedan struck the back of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt. The other occupants were not reported injured.
24
Motorcycle Smashed by Sedan on Gowanus Ramp▸Apr 24 - A sedan merged into a motorcycle on Gowanus Ramp. The rider was hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Danger rides the ramp.
A crash on the Gowanus Ramp in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a motorcycle. The motorcycle rider, a 41-year-old man, was injured across his entire body. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan was merging when it struck the motorcycle, which was going straight. The motorcycle was demolished. The rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved. The toll: one injured, metal wrecked, another night of danger on city roads.
24
E-Scooter Driver Hits Girl on Fourth Avenue▸Apr 24 - E-scooter struck a 12-year-old girl on Fourth Avenue. She suffered facial bruises. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Streets remain perilous for Brooklyn’s young pedestrians.
A 12-year-old girl was injured when an e-scooter struck her as she got on or off a vehicle near 647 Fourth Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl suffered a facial contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver’s actions directly led to the collision. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The crash highlights ongoing risks for children navigating city streets.
24Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
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File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-24
24Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
-
File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-24
24Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
-
File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-24
24
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸Apr 24 - A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
18
Cyclist Thrown After SUV Collision on 54th Street▸Apr 18 - A cyclist hit a stopped SUV on 54th Street. He flew from his bike, struck his head, and bled on the pavement. Police cite driver distraction. Three others in cars were not hurt.
A cyclist was injured after colliding with the back of a stopped SUV near 54th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered head wounds and severe lacerations. Three vehicle occupants were unhurt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Helmet use was listed as 'Unknown' and is noted only after the driver error. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction, as documented in the official account.
17
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 4th Ave▸Apr 17 - SUV turned left on 4th Ave. Cyclist hit, thrown, shoulder fractured. Streets in Brooklyn stay brutal for those on two wheels.
A cyclist riding north on 4th Ave at 42nd Street in Brooklyn was struck by an SUV making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. The SUV’s right side doors were damaged. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are noted in the data. The cyclist’s use of safety equipment is unknown. No injuries to the SUV occupants were specified.
16
Distracted RAM Van Hits Woman at 3rd Avenue▸Apr 16 - A RAM van struck a 60-year-old woman crossing 3rd Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver, distracted, kept his license. The van showed no damage. The woman suffered severe leg bleeding.
A 60-year-old woman was hit by a RAM van while crossing 3rd Avenue at 42nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and struck the woman as he turned. The woman suffered severe bleeding to her leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The van showed no damage. The driver kept his license. No injuries were reported for the van's occupants.
16
Gounardes Backs Safety Boosting Speed Limiter Bill▸Apr 16 - Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez indicted a repeat speeder for killing three. He slammed weak laws. Tickets pile up, but drivers dodge real punishment. Gonzalez backed a bill for speed limiters on chronic offenders. He demanded action to stop reckless driving and protect lives.
On April 16, 2025, Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez issued a forceful statement after indicting Miriam Yarimi, a repeat speeder, for killing three family members in Brooklyn. Gonzalez criticized New York’s laws, saying, 'The law is very restrictive in allowing district attorney’s to pursue murder charges in these types of cases.' He noted Yarimi’s 21 speeding and five red-light tickets did not trigger license points or insurance penalties. Gonzalez questioned why the NYPD cannot seize cars based on repeated violations and called for legislative change. He endorsed State Sen. Andrew Gounardes’s bill (S7621), which would require speed limiter technology for drivers with six or more automated enforcement tickets in a year, describing it as a way to fight 'violent car culture.' Gonzalez urged lawmakers to make it easier to prosecute and prevent reckless driving, centering the deadly risk to families and vulnerable road users.
-
Brooklyn DA Lays Out Why Roads Are Unsafe,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-16
16
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
-
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
15
Cyclist Injured in Sedan Collision on 4th Avenue▸Apr 15 - A sedan struck a cyclist at 4th Avenue and 56th Street. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion. No injuries reported for car occupants. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A crash on 4th Avenue at 56th Street in Brooklyn left a 35-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with the cyclist, who was going straight. The cyclist sustained a head abrasion. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the report. Helmet use was not listed as a contributing factor.
14
SUVs Collide at 3rd Avenue, Children Hurt▸Apr 14 - Two SUVs slammed together near 36th Street. A man gripped his shoulder. A woman’s neck snapped back. A toddler rode unbelted on a lap. Children sat silent in the back. Metal and glass, pain and fear.
Two SUVs crashed on 3rd Avenue near 36th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV was turning left while the other went straight. A 36-year-old man suffered a shoulder injury. A 36-year-old woman sustained whiplash. A toddler, unbelted and riding on a lap, was among several children in the vehicles. The report lists no specific driver errors, only 'Unspecified' contributing factors. No further details on helmet or signal use appear in the data.
13
Speeding Crash on Gowanus Expressway Injures Three▸Apr 13 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided on the Gowanus Expressway. Three people hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Shock and pain followed. Metal twisted. The road stayed open. The danger did not end.
Three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 21-year-old male driver with leg injuries, a 34-year-old female passenger with pain and shock, and a 29-year-old male driver also in shock. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left metal bent and bodies shaken, with the cause rooted in speed.
Apr 28 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
- File Res 0854-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-04-28
27
Sedan Rear-Ends Sedan on Gowanus Expressway▸Apr 27 - A sedan slammed into another’s rear on the Gowanus Expressway. One driver suffered neck whiplash. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, pain. Brooklyn traffic grinds on.
Two sedans collided on the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn. One driver, age 25, was injured with neck whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' Both vehicles were traveling straight when the front of one sedan struck the back of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt. The other occupants were not reported injured.
24
Motorcycle Smashed by Sedan on Gowanus Ramp▸Apr 24 - A sedan merged into a motorcycle on Gowanus Ramp. The rider was hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Danger rides the ramp.
A crash on the Gowanus Ramp in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a motorcycle. The motorcycle rider, a 41-year-old man, was injured across his entire body. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan was merging when it struck the motorcycle, which was going straight. The motorcycle was demolished. The rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved. The toll: one injured, metal wrecked, another night of danger on city roads.
24
E-Scooter Driver Hits Girl on Fourth Avenue▸Apr 24 - E-scooter struck a 12-year-old girl on Fourth Avenue. She suffered facial bruises. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Streets remain perilous for Brooklyn’s young pedestrians.
A 12-year-old girl was injured when an e-scooter struck her as she got on or off a vehicle near 647 Fourth Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl suffered a facial contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver’s actions directly led to the collision. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The crash highlights ongoing risks for children navigating city streets.
24Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
-
File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-24
24Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
-
File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-24
24Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
-
File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-24
24
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸Apr 24 - A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
-
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
18
Cyclist Thrown After SUV Collision on 54th Street▸Apr 18 - A cyclist hit a stopped SUV on 54th Street. He flew from his bike, struck his head, and bled on the pavement. Police cite driver distraction. Three others in cars were not hurt.
A cyclist was injured after colliding with the back of a stopped SUV near 54th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered head wounds and severe lacerations. Three vehicle occupants were unhurt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Helmet use was listed as 'Unknown' and is noted only after the driver error. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction, as documented in the official account.
17
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 4th Ave▸Apr 17 - SUV turned left on 4th Ave. Cyclist hit, thrown, shoulder fractured. Streets in Brooklyn stay brutal for those on two wheels.
A cyclist riding north on 4th Ave at 42nd Street in Brooklyn was struck by an SUV making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. The SUV’s right side doors were damaged. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are noted in the data. The cyclist’s use of safety equipment is unknown. No injuries to the SUV occupants were specified.
16
Distracted RAM Van Hits Woman at 3rd Avenue▸Apr 16 - A RAM van struck a 60-year-old woman crossing 3rd Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver, distracted, kept his license. The van showed no damage. The woman suffered severe leg bleeding.
A 60-year-old woman was hit by a RAM van while crossing 3rd Avenue at 42nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and struck the woman as he turned. The woman suffered severe bleeding to her leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The van showed no damage. The driver kept his license. No injuries were reported for the van's occupants.
16
Gounardes Backs Safety Boosting Speed Limiter Bill▸Apr 16 - Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez indicted a repeat speeder for killing three. He slammed weak laws. Tickets pile up, but drivers dodge real punishment. Gonzalez backed a bill for speed limiters on chronic offenders. He demanded action to stop reckless driving and protect lives.
On April 16, 2025, Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez issued a forceful statement after indicting Miriam Yarimi, a repeat speeder, for killing three family members in Brooklyn. Gonzalez criticized New York’s laws, saying, 'The law is very restrictive in allowing district attorney’s to pursue murder charges in these types of cases.' He noted Yarimi’s 21 speeding and five red-light tickets did not trigger license points or insurance penalties. Gonzalez questioned why the NYPD cannot seize cars based on repeated violations and called for legislative change. He endorsed State Sen. Andrew Gounardes’s bill (S7621), which would require speed limiter technology for drivers with six or more automated enforcement tickets in a year, describing it as a way to fight 'violent car culture.' Gonzalez urged lawmakers to make it easier to prosecute and prevent reckless driving, centering the deadly risk to families and vulnerable road users.
-
Brooklyn DA Lays Out Why Roads Are Unsafe,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-16
16
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
-
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
15
Cyclist Injured in Sedan Collision on 4th Avenue▸Apr 15 - A sedan struck a cyclist at 4th Avenue and 56th Street. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion. No injuries reported for car occupants. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A crash on 4th Avenue at 56th Street in Brooklyn left a 35-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with the cyclist, who was going straight. The cyclist sustained a head abrasion. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the report. Helmet use was not listed as a contributing factor.
14
SUVs Collide at 3rd Avenue, Children Hurt▸Apr 14 - Two SUVs slammed together near 36th Street. A man gripped his shoulder. A woman’s neck snapped back. A toddler rode unbelted on a lap. Children sat silent in the back. Metal and glass, pain and fear.
Two SUVs crashed on 3rd Avenue near 36th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV was turning left while the other went straight. A 36-year-old man suffered a shoulder injury. A 36-year-old woman sustained whiplash. A toddler, unbelted and riding on a lap, was among several children in the vehicles. The report lists no specific driver errors, only 'Unspecified' contributing factors. No further details on helmet or signal use appear in the data.
13
Speeding Crash on Gowanus Expressway Injures Three▸Apr 13 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided on the Gowanus Expressway. Three people hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Shock and pain followed. Metal twisted. The road stayed open. The danger did not end.
Three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 21-year-old male driver with leg injuries, a 34-year-old female passenger with pain and shock, and a 29-year-old male driver also in shock. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left metal bent and bodies shaken, with the cause rooted in speed.
Apr 27 - A sedan slammed into another’s rear on the Gowanus Expressway. One driver suffered neck whiplash. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, pain. Brooklyn traffic grinds on.
Two sedans collided on the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn. One driver, age 25, was injured with neck whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' Both vehicles were traveling straight when the front of one sedan struck the back of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt. The other occupants were not reported injured.
24
Motorcycle Smashed by Sedan on Gowanus Ramp▸Apr 24 - A sedan merged into a motorcycle on Gowanus Ramp. The rider was hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Danger rides the ramp.
A crash on the Gowanus Ramp in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a motorcycle. The motorcycle rider, a 41-year-old man, was injured across his entire body. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan was merging when it struck the motorcycle, which was going straight. The motorcycle was demolished. The rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved. The toll: one injured, metal wrecked, another night of danger on city roads.
24
E-Scooter Driver Hits Girl on Fourth Avenue▸Apr 24 - E-scooter struck a 12-year-old girl on Fourth Avenue. She suffered facial bruises. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Streets remain perilous for Brooklyn’s young pedestrians.
A 12-year-old girl was injured when an e-scooter struck her as she got on or off a vehicle near 647 Fourth Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl suffered a facial contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver’s actions directly led to the collision. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The crash highlights ongoing risks for children navigating city streets.
24Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
-
File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-24
24Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
-
File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-24
24Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
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File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-24
24
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸Apr 24 - A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
18
Cyclist Thrown After SUV Collision on 54th Street▸Apr 18 - A cyclist hit a stopped SUV on 54th Street. He flew from his bike, struck his head, and bled on the pavement. Police cite driver distraction. Three others in cars were not hurt.
A cyclist was injured after colliding with the back of a stopped SUV near 54th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered head wounds and severe lacerations. Three vehicle occupants were unhurt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Helmet use was listed as 'Unknown' and is noted only after the driver error. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction, as documented in the official account.
17
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 4th Ave▸Apr 17 - SUV turned left on 4th Ave. Cyclist hit, thrown, shoulder fractured. Streets in Brooklyn stay brutal for those on two wheels.
A cyclist riding north on 4th Ave at 42nd Street in Brooklyn was struck by an SUV making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. The SUV’s right side doors were damaged. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are noted in the data. The cyclist’s use of safety equipment is unknown. No injuries to the SUV occupants were specified.
16
Distracted RAM Van Hits Woman at 3rd Avenue▸Apr 16 - A RAM van struck a 60-year-old woman crossing 3rd Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver, distracted, kept his license. The van showed no damage. The woman suffered severe leg bleeding.
A 60-year-old woman was hit by a RAM van while crossing 3rd Avenue at 42nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and struck the woman as he turned. The woman suffered severe bleeding to her leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The van showed no damage. The driver kept his license. No injuries were reported for the van's occupants.
16
Gounardes Backs Safety Boosting Speed Limiter Bill▸Apr 16 - Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez indicted a repeat speeder for killing three. He slammed weak laws. Tickets pile up, but drivers dodge real punishment. Gonzalez backed a bill for speed limiters on chronic offenders. He demanded action to stop reckless driving and protect lives.
On April 16, 2025, Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez issued a forceful statement after indicting Miriam Yarimi, a repeat speeder, for killing three family members in Brooklyn. Gonzalez criticized New York’s laws, saying, 'The law is very restrictive in allowing district attorney’s to pursue murder charges in these types of cases.' He noted Yarimi’s 21 speeding and five red-light tickets did not trigger license points or insurance penalties. Gonzalez questioned why the NYPD cannot seize cars based on repeated violations and called for legislative change. He endorsed State Sen. Andrew Gounardes’s bill (S7621), which would require speed limiter technology for drivers with six or more automated enforcement tickets in a year, describing it as a way to fight 'violent car culture.' Gonzalez urged lawmakers to make it easier to prosecute and prevent reckless driving, centering the deadly risk to families and vulnerable road users.
-
Brooklyn DA Lays Out Why Roads Are Unsafe,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-16
16
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
15
Cyclist Injured in Sedan Collision on 4th Avenue▸Apr 15 - A sedan struck a cyclist at 4th Avenue and 56th Street. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion. No injuries reported for car occupants. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A crash on 4th Avenue at 56th Street in Brooklyn left a 35-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with the cyclist, who was going straight. The cyclist sustained a head abrasion. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the report. Helmet use was not listed as a contributing factor.
14
SUVs Collide at 3rd Avenue, Children Hurt▸Apr 14 - Two SUVs slammed together near 36th Street. A man gripped his shoulder. A woman’s neck snapped back. A toddler rode unbelted on a lap. Children sat silent in the back. Metal and glass, pain and fear.
Two SUVs crashed on 3rd Avenue near 36th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV was turning left while the other went straight. A 36-year-old man suffered a shoulder injury. A 36-year-old woman sustained whiplash. A toddler, unbelted and riding on a lap, was among several children in the vehicles. The report lists no specific driver errors, only 'Unspecified' contributing factors. No further details on helmet or signal use appear in the data.
13
Speeding Crash on Gowanus Expressway Injures Three▸Apr 13 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided on the Gowanus Expressway. Three people hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Shock and pain followed. Metal twisted. The road stayed open. The danger did not end.
Three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 21-year-old male driver with leg injuries, a 34-year-old female passenger with pain and shock, and a 29-year-old male driver also in shock. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left metal bent and bodies shaken, with the cause rooted in speed.
Apr 24 - A sedan merged into a motorcycle on Gowanus Ramp. The rider was hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Danger rides the ramp.
A crash on the Gowanus Ramp in Brooklyn involved a sedan and a motorcycle. The motorcycle rider, a 41-year-old man, was injured across his entire body. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan was merging when it struck the motorcycle, which was going straight. The motorcycle was demolished. The rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved. The toll: one injured, metal wrecked, another night of danger on city roads.
24
E-Scooter Driver Hits Girl on Fourth Avenue▸Apr 24 - E-scooter struck a 12-year-old girl on Fourth Avenue. She suffered facial bruises. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Streets remain perilous for Brooklyn’s young pedestrians.
A 12-year-old girl was injured when an e-scooter struck her as she got on or off a vehicle near 647 Fourth Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl suffered a facial contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver’s actions directly led to the collision. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The crash highlights ongoing risks for children navigating city streets.
24Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
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File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-24
24Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
-
File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-24
24Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
-
File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-24
24
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸Apr 24 - A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
-
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
18
Cyclist Thrown After SUV Collision on 54th Street▸Apr 18 - A cyclist hit a stopped SUV on 54th Street. He flew from his bike, struck his head, and bled on the pavement. Police cite driver distraction. Three others in cars were not hurt.
A cyclist was injured after colliding with the back of a stopped SUV near 54th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered head wounds and severe lacerations. Three vehicle occupants were unhurt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Helmet use was listed as 'Unknown' and is noted only after the driver error. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction, as documented in the official account.
17
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 4th Ave▸Apr 17 - SUV turned left on 4th Ave. Cyclist hit, thrown, shoulder fractured. Streets in Brooklyn stay brutal for those on two wheels.
A cyclist riding north on 4th Ave at 42nd Street in Brooklyn was struck by an SUV making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. The SUV’s right side doors were damaged. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are noted in the data. The cyclist’s use of safety equipment is unknown. No injuries to the SUV occupants were specified.
16
Distracted RAM Van Hits Woman at 3rd Avenue▸Apr 16 - A RAM van struck a 60-year-old woman crossing 3rd Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver, distracted, kept his license. The van showed no damage. The woman suffered severe leg bleeding.
A 60-year-old woman was hit by a RAM van while crossing 3rd Avenue at 42nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and struck the woman as he turned. The woman suffered severe bleeding to her leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The van showed no damage. The driver kept his license. No injuries were reported for the van's occupants.
16
Gounardes Backs Safety Boosting Speed Limiter Bill▸Apr 16 - Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez indicted a repeat speeder for killing three. He slammed weak laws. Tickets pile up, but drivers dodge real punishment. Gonzalez backed a bill for speed limiters on chronic offenders. He demanded action to stop reckless driving and protect lives.
On April 16, 2025, Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez issued a forceful statement after indicting Miriam Yarimi, a repeat speeder, for killing three family members in Brooklyn. Gonzalez criticized New York’s laws, saying, 'The law is very restrictive in allowing district attorney’s to pursue murder charges in these types of cases.' He noted Yarimi’s 21 speeding and five red-light tickets did not trigger license points or insurance penalties. Gonzalez questioned why the NYPD cannot seize cars based on repeated violations and called for legislative change. He endorsed State Sen. Andrew Gounardes’s bill (S7621), which would require speed limiter technology for drivers with six or more automated enforcement tickets in a year, describing it as a way to fight 'violent car culture.' Gonzalez urged lawmakers to make it easier to prosecute and prevent reckless driving, centering the deadly risk to families and vulnerable road users.
-
Brooklyn DA Lays Out Why Roads Are Unsafe,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-16
16
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
-
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
15
Cyclist Injured in Sedan Collision on 4th Avenue▸Apr 15 - A sedan struck a cyclist at 4th Avenue and 56th Street. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion. No injuries reported for car occupants. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A crash on 4th Avenue at 56th Street in Brooklyn left a 35-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with the cyclist, who was going straight. The cyclist sustained a head abrasion. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the report. Helmet use was not listed as a contributing factor.
14
SUVs Collide at 3rd Avenue, Children Hurt▸Apr 14 - Two SUVs slammed together near 36th Street. A man gripped his shoulder. A woman’s neck snapped back. A toddler rode unbelted on a lap. Children sat silent in the back. Metal and glass, pain and fear.
Two SUVs crashed on 3rd Avenue near 36th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV was turning left while the other went straight. A 36-year-old man suffered a shoulder injury. A 36-year-old woman sustained whiplash. A toddler, unbelted and riding on a lap, was among several children in the vehicles. The report lists no specific driver errors, only 'Unspecified' contributing factors. No further details on helmet or signal use appear in the data.
13
Speeding Crash on Gowanus Expressway Injures Three▸Apr 13 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided on the Gowanus Expressway. Three people hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Shock and pain followed. Metal twisted. The road stayed open. The danger did not end.
Three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 21-year-old male driver with leg injuries, a 34-year-old female passenger with pain and shock, and a 29-year-old male driver also in shock. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left metal bent and bodies shaken, with the cause rooted in speed.
Apr 24 - E-scooter struck a 12-year-old girl on Fourth Avenue. She suffered facial bruises. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. Streets remain perilous for Brooklyn’s young pedestrians.
A 12-year-old girl was injured when an e-scooter struck her as she got on or off a vehicle near 647 Fourth Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl suffered a facial contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver’s actions directly led to the collision. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The crash highlights ongoing risks for children navigating city streets.
24Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
-
File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-24
24Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
-
File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-24
24Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
-
File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-24
24
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸Apr 24 - A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
-
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
18
Cyclist Thrown After SUV Collision on 54th Street▸Apr 18 - A cyclist hit a stopped SUV on 54th Street. He flew from his bike, struck his head, and bled on the pavement. Police cite driver distraction. Three others in cars were not hurt.
A cyclist was injured after colliding with the back of a stopped SUV near 54th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered head wounds and severe lacerations. Three vehicle occupants were unhurt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Helmet use was listed as 'Unknown' and is noted only after the driver error. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction, as documented in the official account.
17
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 4th Ave▸Apr 17 - SUV turned left on 4th Ave. Cyclist hit, thrown, shoulder fractured. Streets in Brooklyn stay brutal for those on two wheels.
A cyclist riding north on 4th Ave at 42nd Street in Brooklyn was struck by an SUV making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. The SUV’s right side doors were damaged. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are noted in the data. The cyclist’s use of safety equipment is unknown. No injuries to the SUV occupants were specified.
16
Distracted RAM Van Hits Woman at 3rd Avenue▸Apr 16 - A RAM van struck a 60-year-old woman crossing 3rd Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver, distracted, kept his license. The van showed no damage. The woman suffered severe leg bleeding.
A 60-year-old woman was hit by a RAM van while crossing 3rd Avenue at 42nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and struck the woman as he turned. The woman suffered severe bleeding to her leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The van showed no damage. The driver kept his license. No injuries were reported for the van's occupants.
16
Gounardes Backs Safety Boosting Speed Limiter Bill▸Apr 16 - Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez indicted a repeat speeder for killing three. He slammed weak laws. Tickets pile up, but drivers dodge real punishment. Gonzalez backed a bill for speed limiters on chronic offenders. He demanded action to stop reckless driving and protect lives.
On April 16, 2025, Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez issued a forceful statement after indicting Miriam Yarimi, a repeat speeder, for killing three family members in Brooklyn. Gonzalez criticized New York’s laws, saying, 'The law is very restrictive in allowing district attorney’s to pursue murder charges in these types of cases.' He noted Yarimi’s 21 speeding and five red-light tickets did not trigger license points or insurance penalties. Gonzalez questioned why the NYPD cannot seize cars based on repeated violations and called for legislative change. He endorsed State Sen. Andrew Gounardes’s bill (S7621), which would require speed limiter technology for drivers with six or more automated enforcement tickets in a year, describing it as a way to fight 'violent car culture.' Gonzalez urged lawmakers to make it easier to prosecute and prevent reckless driving, centering the deadly risk to families and vulnerable road users.
-
Brooklyn DA Lays Out Why Roads Are Unsafe,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-16
16
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
-
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
15
Cyclist Injured in Sedan Collision on 4th Avenue▸Apr 15 - A sedan struck a cyclist at 4th Avenue and 56th Street. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion. No injuries reported for car occupants. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A crash on 4th Avenue at 56th Street in Brooklyn left a 35-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with the cyclist, who was going straight. The cyclist sustained a head abrasion. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the report. Helmet use was not listed as a contributing factor.
14
SUVs Collide at 3rd Avenue, Children Hurt▸Apr 14 - Two SUVs slammed together near 36th Street. A man gripped his shoulder. A woman’s neck snapped back. A toddler rode unbelted on a lap. Children sat silent in the back. Metal and glass, pain and fear.
Two SUVs crashed on 3rd Avenue near 36th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV was turning left while the other went straight. A 36-year-old man suffered a shoulder injury. A 36-year-old woman sustained whiplash. A toddler, unbelted and riding on a lap, was among several children in the vehicles. The report lists no specific driver errors, only 'Unspecified' contributing factors. No further details on helmet or signal use appear in the data.
13
Speeding Crash on Gowanus Expressway Injures Three▸Apr 13 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided on the Gowanus Expressway. Three people hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Shock and pain followed. Metal twisted. The road stayed open. The danger did not end.
Three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 21-year-old male driver with leg injuries, a 34-year-old female passenger with pain and shock, and a 29-year-old male driver also in shock. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left metal bent and bodies shaken, with the cause rooted in speed.
Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
- File Res 0854-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-04-24
24Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
-
File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-24
24Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
-
File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-24
24
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸Apr 24 - A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
-
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
18
Cyclist Thrown After SUV Collision on 54th Street▸Apr 18 - A cyclist hit a stopped SUV on 54th Street. He flew from his bike, struck his head, and bled on the pavement. Police cite driver distraction. Three others in cars were not hurt.
A cyclist was injured after colliding with the back of a stopped SUV near 54th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered head wounds and severe lacerations. Three vehicle occupants were unhurt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Helmet use was listed as 'Unknown' and is noted only after the driver error. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction, as documented in the official account.
17
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 4th Ave▸Apr 17 - SUV turned left on 4th Ave. Cyclist hit, thrown, shoulder fractured. Streets in Brooklyn stay brutal for those on two wheels.
A cyclist riding north on 4th Ave at 42nd Street in Brooklyn was struck by an SUV making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. The SUV’s right side doors were damaged. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are noted in the data. The cyclist’s use of safety equipment is unknown. No injuries to the SUV occupants were specified.
16
Distracted RAM Van Hits Woman at 3rd Avenue▸Apr 16 - A RAM van struck a 60-year-old woman crossing 3rd Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver, distracted, kept his license. The van showed no damage. The woman suffered severe leg bleeding.
A 60-year-old woman was hit by a RAM van while crossing 3rd Avenue at 42nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and struck the woman as he turned. The woman suffered severe bleeding to her leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The van showed no damage. The driver kept his license. No injuries were reported for the van's occupants.
16
Gounardes Backs Safety Boosting Speed Limiter Bill▸Apr 16 - Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez indicted a repeat speeder for killing three. He slammed weak laws. Tickets pile up, but drivers dodge real punishment. Gonzalez backed a bill for speed limiters on chronic offenders. He demanded action to stop reckless driving and protect lives.
On April 16, 2025, Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez issued a forceful statement after indicting Miriam Yarimi, a repeat speeder, for killing three family members in Brooklyn. Gonzalez criticized New York’s laws, saying, 'The law is very restrictive in allowing district attorney’s to pursue murder charges in these types of cases.' He noted Yarimi’s 21 speeding and five red-light tickets did not trigger license points or insurance penalties. Gonzalez questioned why the NYPD cannot seize cars based on repeated violations and called for legislative change. He endorsed State Sen. Andrew Gounardes’s bill (S7621), which would require speed limiter technology for drivers with six or more automated enforcement tickets in a year, describing it as a way to fight 'violent car culture.' Gonzalez urged lawmakers to make it easier to prosecute and prevent reckless driving, centering the deadly risk to families and vulnerable road users.
-
Brooklyn DA Lays Out Why Roads Are Unsafe,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-16
16
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
-
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
15
Cyclist Injured in Sedan Collision on 4th Avenue▸Apr 15 - A sedan struck a cyclist at 4th Avenue and 56th Street. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion. No injuries reported for car occupants. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A crash on 4th Avenue at 56th Street in Brooklyn left a 35-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with the cyclist, who was going straight. The cyclist sustained a head abrasion. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the report. Helmet use was not listed as a contributing factor.
14
SUVs Collide at 3rd Avenue, Children Hurt▸Apr 14 - Two SUVs slammed together near 36th Street. A man gripped his shoulder. A woman’s neck snapped back. A toddler rode unbelted on a lap. Children sat silent in the back. Metal and glass, pain and fear.
Two SUVs crashed on 3rd Avenue near 36th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV was turning left while the other went straight. A 36-year-old man suffered a shoulder injury. A 36-year-old woman sustained whiplash. A toddler, unbelted and riding on a lap, was among several children in the vehicles. The report lists no specific driver errors, only 'Unspecified' contributing factors. No further details on helmet or signal use appear in the data.
13
Speeding Crash on Gowanus Expressway Injures Three▸Apr 13 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided on the Gowanus Expressway. Three people hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Shock and pain followed. Metal twisted. The road stayed open. The danger did not end.
Three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 21-year-old male driver with leg injuries, a 34-year-old female passenger with pain and shock, and a 29-year-old male driver also in shock. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left metal bent and bodies shaken, with the cause rooted in speed.
Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
- File Res 0854-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-04-24
24Res 0854-2025
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Resolution▸Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
-
File Res 0854-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-24
24
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸Apr 24 - A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
-
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
18
Cyclist Thrown After SUV Collision on 54th Street▸Apr 18 - A cyclist hit a stopped SUV on 54th Street. He flew from his bike, struck his head, and bled on the pavement. Police cite driver distraction. Three others in cars were not hurt.
A cyclist was injured after colliding with the back of a stopped SUV near 54th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered head wounds and severe lacerations. Three vehicle occupants were unhurt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Helmet use was listed as 'Unknown' and is noted only after the driver error. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction, as documented in the official account.
17
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 4th Ave▸Apr 17 - SUV turned left on 4th Ave. Cyclist hit, thrown, shoulder fractured. Streets in Brooklyn stay brutal for those on two wheels.
A cyclist riding north on 4th Ave at 42nd Street in Brooklyn was struck by an SUV making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. The SUV’s right side doors were damaged. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are noted in the data. The cyclist’s use of safety equipment is unknown. No injuries to the SUV occupants were specified.
16
Distracted RAM Van Hits Woman at 3rd Avenue▸Apr 16 - A RAM van struck a 60-year-old woman crossing 3rd Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver, distracted, kept his license. The van showed no damage. The woman suffered severe leg bleeding.
A 60-year-old woman was hit by a RAM van while crossing 3rd Avenue at 42nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and struck the woman as he turned. The woman suffered severe bleeding to her leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The van showed no damage. The driver kept his license. No injuries were reported for the van's occupants.
16
Gounardes Backs Safety Boosting Speed Limiter Bill▸Apr 16 - Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez indicted a repeat speeder for killing three. He slammed weak laws. Tickets pile up, but drivers dodge real punishment. Gonzalez backed a bill for speed limiters on chronic offenders. He demanded action to stop reckless driving and protect lives.
On April 16, 2025, Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez issued a forceful statement after indicting Miriam Yarimi, a repeat speeder, for killing three family members in Brooklyn. Gonzalez criticized New York’s laws, saying, 'The law is very restrictive in allowing district attorney’s to pursue murder charges in these types of cases.' He noted Yarimi’s 21 speeding and five red-light tickets did not trigger license points or insurance penalties. Gonzalez questioned why the NYPD cannot seize cars based on repeated violations and called for legislative change. He endorsed State Sen. Andrew Gounardes’s bill (S7621), which would require speed limiter technology for drivers with six or more automated enforcement tickets in a year, describing it as a way to fight 'violent car culture.' Gonzalez urged lawmakers to make it easier to prosecute and prevent reckless driving, centering the deadly risk to families and vulnerable road users.
-
Brooklyn DA Lays Out Why Roads Are Unsafe,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-16
16
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
-
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
15
Cyclist Injured in Sedan Collision on 4th Avenue▸Apr 15 - A sedan struck a cyclist at 4th Avenue and 56th Street. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion. No injuries reported for car occupants. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A crash on 4th Avenue at 56th Street in Brooklyn left a 35-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with the cyclist, who was going straight. The cyclist sustained a head abrasion. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the report. Helmet use was not listed as a contributing factor.
14
SUVs Collide at 3rd Avenue, Children Hurt▸Apr 14 - Two SUVs slammed together near 36th Street. A man gripped his shoulder. A woman’s neck snapped back. A toddler rode unbelted on a lap. Children sat silent in the back. Metal and glass, pain and fear.
Two SUVs crashed on 3rd Avenue near 36th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV was turning left while the other went straight. A 36-year-old man suffered a shoulder injury. A 36-year-old woman sustained whiplash. A toddler, unbelted and riding on a lap, was among several children in the vehicles. The report lists no specific driver errors, only 'Unspecified' contributing factors. No further details on helmet or signal use appear in the data.
13
Speeding Crash on Gowanus Expressway Injures Three▸Apr 13 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided on the Gowanus Expressway. Three people hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Shock and pain followed. Metal twisted. The road stayed open. The danger did not end.
Three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 21-year-old male driver with leg injuries, a 34-year-old female passenger with pain and shock, and a 29-year-old male driver also in shock. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left metal bent and bodies shaken, with the cause rooted in speed.
Apr 24 - Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.
Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.
- File Res 0854-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-04-24
24
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸Apr 24 - A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
-
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
18
Cyclist Thrown After SUV Collision on 54th Street▸Apr 18 - A cyclist hit a stopped SUV on 54th Street. He flew from his bike, struck his head, and bled on the pavement. Police cite driver distraction. Three others in cars were not hurt.
A cyclist was injured after colliding with the back of a stopped SUV near 54th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered head wounds and severe lacerations. Three vehicle occupants were unhurt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Helmet use was listed as 'Unknown' and is noted only after the driver error. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction, as documented in the official account.
17
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 4th Ave▸Apr 17 - SUV turned left on 4th Ave. Cyclist hit, thrown, shoulder fractured. Streets in Brooklyn stay brutal for those on two wheels.
A cyclist riding north on 4th Ave at 42nd Street in Brooklyn was struck by an SUV making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. The SUV’s right side doors were damaged. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are noted in the data. The cyclist’s use of safety equipment is unknown. No injuries to the SUV occupants were specified.
16
Distracted RAM Van Hits Woman at 3rd Avenue▸Apr 16 - A RAM van struck a 60-year-old woman crossing 3rd Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver, distracted, kept his license. The van showed no damage. The woman suffered severe leg bleeding.
A 60-year-old woman was hit by a RAM van while crossing 3rd Avenue at 42nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and struck the woman as he turned. The woman suffered severe bleeding to her leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The van showed no damage. The driver kept his license. No injuries were reported for the van's occupants.
16
Gounardes Backs Safety Boosting Speed Limiter Bill▸Apr 16 - Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez indicted a repeat speeder for killing three. He slammed weak laws. Tickets pile up, but drivers dodge real punishment. Gonzalez backed a bill for speed limiters on chronic offenders. He demanded action to stop reckless driving and protect lives.
On April 16, 2025, Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez issued a forceful statement after indicting Miriam Yarimi, a repeat speeder, for killing three family members in Brooklyn. Gonzalez criticized New York’s laws, saying, 'The law is very restrictive in allowing district attorney’s to pursue murder charges in these types of cases.' He noted Yarimi’s 21 speeding and five red-light tickets did not trigger license points or insurance penalties. Gonzalez questioned why the NYPD cannot seize cars based on repeated violations and called for legislative change. He endorsed State Sen. Andrew Gounardes’s bill (S7621), which would require speed limiter technology for drivers with six or more automated enforcement tickets in a year, describing it as a way to fight 'violent car culture.' Gonzalez urged lawmakers to make it easier to prosecute and prevent reckless driving, centering the deadly risk to families and vulnerable road users.
-
Brooklyn DA Lays Out Why Roads Are Unsafe,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-16
16
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
-
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
15
Cyclist Injured in Sedan Collision on 4th Avenue▸Apr 15 - A sedan struck a cyclist at 4th Avenue and 56th Street. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion. No injuries reported for car occupants. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A crash on 4th Avenue at 56th Street in Brooklyn left a 35-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with the cyclist, who was going straight. The cyclist sustained a head abrasion. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the report. Helmet use was not listed as a contributing factor.
14
SUVs Collide at 3rd Avenue, Children Hurt▸Apr 14 - Two SUVs slammed together near 36th Street. A man gripped his shoulder. A woman’s neck snapped back. A toddler rode unbelted on a lap. Children sat silent in the back. Metal and glass, pain and fear.
Two SUVs crashed on 3rd Avenue near 36th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV was turning left while the other went straight. A 36-year-old man suffered a shoulder injury. A 36-year-old woman sustained whiplash. A toddler, unbelted and riding on a lap, was among several children in the vehicles. The report lists no specific driver errors, only 'Unspecified' contributing factors. No further details on helmet or signal use appear in the data.
13
Speeding Crash on Gowanus Expressway Injures Three▸Apr 13 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided on the Gowanus Expressway. Three people hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Shock and pain followed. Metal twisted. The road stayed open. The danger did not end.
Three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 21-year-old male driver with leg injuries, a 34-year-old female passenger with pain and shock, and a 29-year-old male driver also in shock. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left metal bent and bodies shaken, with the cause rooted in speed.
Apr 24 - A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
- Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch, New York Post, Published 2025-04-24
18
Cyclist Thrown After SUV Collision on 54th Street▸Apr 18 - A cyclist hit a stopped SUV on 54th Street. He flew from his bike, struck his head, and bled on the pavement. Police cite driver distraction. Three others in cars were not hurt.
A cyclist was injured after colliding with the back of a stopped SUV near 54th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered head wounds and severe lacerations. Three vehicle occupants were unhurt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Helmet use was listed as 'Unknown' and is noted only after the driver error. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction, as documented in the official account.
17
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 4th Ave▸Apr 17 - SUV turned left on 4th Ave. Cyclist hit, thrown, shoulder fractured. Streets in Brooklyn stay brutal for those on two wheels.
A cyclist riding north on 4th Ave at 42nd Street in Brooklyn was struck by an SUV making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. The SUV’s right side doors were damaged. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are noted in the data. The cyclist’s use of safety equipment is unknown. No injuries to the SUV occupants were specified.
16
Distracted RAM Van Hits Woman at 3rd Avenue▸Apr 16 - A RAM van struck a 60-year-old woman crossing 3rd Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver, distracted, kept his license. The van showed no damage. The woman suffered severe leg bleeding.
A 60-year-old woman was hit by a RAM van while crossing 3rd Avenue at 42nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and struck the woman as he turned. The woman suffered severe bleeding to her leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The van showed no damage. The driver kept his license. No injuries were reported for the van's occupants.
16
Gounardes Backs Safety Boosting Speed Limiter Bill▸Apr 16 - Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez indicted a repeat speeder for killing three. He slammed weak laws. Tickets pile up, but drivers dodge real punishment. Gonzalez backed a bill for speed limiters on chronic offenders. He demanded action to stop reckless driving and protect lives.
On April 16, 2025, Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez issued a forceful statement after indicting Miriam Yarimi, a repeat speeder, for killing three family members in Brooklyn. Gonzalez criticized New York’s laws, saying, 'The law is very restrictive in allowing district attorney’s to pursue murder charges in these types of cases.' He noted Yarimi’s 21 speeding and five red-light tickets did not trigger license points or insurance penalties. Gonzalez questioned why the NYPD cannot seize cars based on repeated violations and called for legislative change. He endorsed State Sen. Andrew Gounardes’s bill (S7621), which would require speed limiter technology for drivers with six or more automated enforcement tickets in a year, describing it as a way to fight 'violent car culture.' Gonzalez urged lawmakers to make it easier to prosecute and prevent reckless driving, centering the deadly risk to families and vulnerable road users.
-
Brooklyn DA Lays Out Why Roads Are Unsafe,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-16
16
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
-
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
15
Cyclist Injured in Sedan Collision on 4th Avenue▸Apr 15 - A sedan struck a cyclist at 4th Avenue and 56th Street. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion. No injuries reported for car occupants. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A crash on 4th Avenue at 56th Street in Brooklyn left a 35-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with the cyclist, who was going straight. The cyclist sustained a head abrasion. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the report. Helmet use was not listed as a contributing factor.
14
SUVs Collide at 3rd Avenue, Children Hurt▸Apr 14 - Two SUVs slammed together near 36th Street. A man gripped his shoulder. A woman’s neck snapped back. A toddler rode unbelted on a lap. Children sat silent in the back. Metal and glass, pain and fear.
Two SUVs crashed on 3rd Avenue near 36th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV was turning left while the other went straight. A 36-year-old man suffered a shoulder injury. A 36-year-old woman sustained whiplash. A toddler, unbelted and riding on a lap, was among several children in the vehicles. The report lists no specific driver errors, only 'Unspecified' contributing factors. No further details on helmet or signal use appear in the data.
13
Speeding Crash on Gowanus Expressway Injures Three▸Apr 13 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided on the Gowanus Expressway. Three people hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Shock and pain followed. Metal twisted. The road stayed open. The danger did not end.
Three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 21-year-old male driver with leg injuries, a 34-year-old female passenger with pain and shock, and a 29-year-old male driver also in shock. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left metal bent and bodies shaken, with the cause rooted in speed.
Apr 18 - A cyclist hit a stopped SUV on 54th Street. He flew from his bike, struck his head, and bled on the pavement. Police cite driver distraction. Three others in cars were not hurt.
A cyclist was injured after colliding with the back of a stopped SUV near 54th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered head wounds and severe lacerations. Three vehicle occupants were unhurt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Helmet use was listed as 'Unknown' and is noted only after the driver error. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction, as documented in the official account.
17
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 4th Ave▸Apr 17 - SUV turned left on 4th Ave. Cyclist hit, thrown, shoulder fractured. Streets in Brooklyn stay brutal for those on two wheels.
A cyclist riding north on 4th Ave at 42nd Street in Brooklyn was struck by an SUV making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. The SUV’s right side doors were damaged. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are noted in the data. The cyclist’s use of safety equipment is unknown. No injuries to the SUV occupants were specified.
16
Distracted RAM Van Hits Woman at 3rd Avenue▸Apr 16 - A RAM van struck a 60-year-old woman crossing 3rd Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver, distracted, kept his license. The van showed no damage. The woman suffered severe leg bleeding.
A 60-year-old woman was hit by a RAM van while crossing 3rd Avenue at 42nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and struck the woman as he turned. The woman suffered severe bleeding to her leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The van showed no damage. The driver kept his license. No injuries were reported for the van's occupants.
16
Gounardes Backs Safety Boosting Speed Limiter Bill▸Apr 16 - Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez indicted a repeat speeder for killing three. He slammed weak laws. Tickets pile up, but drivers dodge real punishment. Gonzalez backed a bill for speed limiters on chronic offenders. He demanded action to stop reckless driving and protect lives.
On April 16, 2025, Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez issued a forceful statement after indicting Miriam Yarimi, a repeat speeder, for killing three family members in Brooklyn. Gonzalez criticized New York’s laws, saying, 'The law is very restrictive in allowing district attorney’s to pursue murder charges in these types of cases.' He noted Yarimi’s 21 speeding and five red-light tickets did not trigger license points or insurance penalties. Gonzalez questioned why the NYPD cannot seize cars based on repeated violations and called for legislative change. He endorsed State Sen. Andrew Gounardes’s bill (S7621), which would require speed limiter technology for drivers with six or more automated enforcement tickets in a year, describing it as a way to fight 'violent car culture.' Gonzalez urged lawmakers to make it easier to prosecute and prevent reckless driving, centering the deadly risk to families and vulnerable road users.
-
Brooklyn DA Lays Out Why Roads Are Unsafe,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-16
16
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
-
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
15
Cyclist Injured in Sedan Collision on 4th Avenue▸Apr 15 - A sedan struck a cyclist at 4th Avenue and 56th Street. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion. No injuries reported for car occupants. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A crash on 4th Avenue at 56th Street in Brooklyn left a 35-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with the cyclist, who was going straight. The cyclist sustained a head abrasion. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the report. Helmet use was not listed as a contributing factor.
14
SUVs Collide at 3rd Avenue, Children Hurt▸Apr 14 - Two SUVs slammed together near 36th Street. A man gripped his shoulder. A woman’s neck snapped back. A toddler rode unbelted on a lap. Children sat silent in the back. Metal and glass, pain and fear.
Two SUVs crashed on 3rd Avenue near 36th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV was turning left while the other went straight. A 36-year-old man suffered a shoulder injury. A 36-year-old woman sustained whiplash. A toddler, unbelted and riding on a lap, was among several children in the vehicles. The report lists no specific driver errors, only 'Unspecified' contributing factors. No further details on helmet or signal use appear in the data.
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Speeding Crash on Gowanus Expressway Injures Three▸Apr 13 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided on the Gowanus Expressway. Three people hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Shock and pain followed. Metal twisted. The road stayed open. The danger did not end.
Three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 21-year-old male driver with leg injuries, a 34-year-old female passenger with pain and shock, and a 29-year-old male driver also in shock. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left metal bent and bodies shaken, with the cause rooted in speed.
Apr 17 - SUV turned left on 4th Ave. Cyclist hit, thrown, shoulder fractured. Streets in Brooklyn stay brutal for those on two wheels.
A cyclist riding north on 4th Ave at 42nd Street in Brooklyn was struck by an SUV making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. The SUV’s right side doors were damaged. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are noted in the data. The cyclist’s use of safety equipment is unknown. No injuries to the SUV occupants were specified.
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Distracted RAM Van Hits Woman at 3rd Avenue▸Apr 16 - A RAM van struck a 60-year-old woman crossing 3rd Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver, distracted, kept his license. The van showed no damage. The woman suffered severe leg bleeding.
A 60-year-old woman was hit by a RAM van while crossing 3rd Avenue at 42nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and struck the woman as he turned. The woman suffered severe bleeding to her leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The van showed no damage. The driver kept his license. No injuries were reported for the van's occupants.
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Gounardes Backs Safety Boosting Speed Limiter Bill▸Apr 16 - Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez indicted a repeat speeder for killing three. He slammed weak laws. Tickets pile up, but drivers dodge real punishment. Gonzalez backed a bill for speed limiters on chronic offenders. He demanded action to stop reckless driving and protect lives.
On April 16, 2025, Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez issued a forceful statement after indicting Miriam Yarimi, a repeat speeder, for killing three family members in Brooklyn. Gonzalez criticized New York’s laws, saying, 'The law is very restrictive in allowing district attorney’s to pursue murder charges in these types of cases.' He noted Yarimi’s 21 speeding and five red-light tickets did not trigger license points or insurance penalties. Gonzalez questioned why the NYPD cannot seize cars based on repeated violations and called for legislative change. He endorsed State Sen. Andrew Gounardes’s bill (S7621), which would require speed limiter technology for drivers with six or more automated enforcement tickets in a year, describing it as a way to fight 'violent car culture.' Gonzalez urged lawmakers to make it easier to prosecute and prevent reckless driving, centering the deadly risk to families and vulnerable road users.
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Brooklyn DA Lays Out Why Roads Are Unsafe,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-16
16
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
15
Cyclist Injured in Sedan Collision on 4th Avenue▸Apr 15 - A sedan struck a cyclist at 4th Avenue and 56th Street. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion. No injuries reported for car occupants. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A crash on 4th Avenue at 56th Street in Brooklyn left a 35-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with the cyclist, who was going straight. The cyclist sustained a head abrasion. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the report. Helmet use was not listed as a contributing factor.
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SUVs Collide at 3rd Avenue, Children Hurt▸Apr 14 - Two SUVs slammed together near 36th Street. A man gripped his shoulder. A woman’s neck snapped back. A toddler rode unbelted on a lap. Children sat silent in the back. Metal and glass, pain and fear.
Two SUVs crashed on 3rd Avenue near 36th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV was turning left while the other went straight. A 36-year-old man suffered a shoulder injury. A 36-year-old woman sustained whiplash. A toddler, unbelted and riding on a lap, was among several children in the vehicles. The report lists no specific driver errors, only 'Unspecified' contributing factors. No further details on helmet or signal use appear in the data.
13
Speeding Crash on Gowanus Expressway Injures Three▸Apr 13 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided on the Gowanus Expressway. Three people hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Shock and pain followed. Metal twisted. The road stayed open. The danger did not end.
Three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 21-year-old male driver with leg injuries, a 34-year-old female passenger with pain and shock, and a 29-year-old male driver also in shock. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left metal bent and bodies shaken, with the cause rooted in speed.
Apr 16 - A RAM van struck a 60-year-old woman crossing 3rd Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver, distracted, kept his license. The van showed no damage. The woman suffered severe leg bleeding.
A 60-year-old woman was hit by a RAM van while crossing 3rd Avenue at 42nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and struck the woman as he turned. The woman suffered severe bleeding to her leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The van showed no damage. The driver kept his license. No injuries were reported for the van's occupants.
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Gounardes Backs Safety Boosting Speed Limiter Bill▸Apr 16 - Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez indicted a repeat speeder for killing three. He slammed weak laws. Tickets pile up, but drivers dodge real punishment. Gonzalez backed a bill for speed limiters on chronic offenders. He demanded action to stop reckless driving and protect lives.
On April 16, 2025, Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez issued a forceful statement after indicting Miriam Yarimi, a repeat speeder, for killing three family members in Brooklyn. Gonzalez criticized New York’s laws, saying, 'The law is very restrictive in allowing district attorney’s to pursue murder charges in these types of cases.' He noted Yarimi’s 21 speeding and five red-light tickets did not trigger license points or insurance penalties. Gonzalez questioned why the NYPD cannot seize cars based on repeated violations and called for legislative change. He endorsed State Sen. Andrew Gounardes’s bill (S7621), which would require speed limiter technology for drivers with six or more automated enforcement tickets in a year, describing it as a way to fight 'violent car culture.' Gonzalez urged lawmakers to make it easier to prosecute and prevent reckless driving, centering the deadly risk to families and vulnerable road users.
-
Brooklyn DA Lays Out Why Roads Are Unsafe,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-04-16
16
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
15
Cyclist Injured in Sedan Collision on 4th Avenue▸Apr 15 - A sedan struck a cyclist at 4th Avenue and 56th Street. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion. No injuries reported for car occupants. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A crash on 4th Avenue at 56th Street in Brooklyn left a 35-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with the cyclist, who was going straight. The cyclist sustained a head abrasion. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the report. Helmet use was not listed as a contributing factor.
14
SUVs Collide at 3rd Avenue, Children Hurt▸Apr 14 - Two SUVs slammed together near 36th Street. A man gripped his shoulder. A woman’s neck snapped back. A toddler rode unbelted on a lap. Children sat silent in the back. Metal and glass, pain and fear.
Two SUVs crashed on 3rd Avenue near 36th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV was turning left while the other went straight. A 36-year-old man suffered a shoulder injury. A 36-year-old woman sustained whiplash. A toddler, unbelted and riding on a lap, was among several children in the vehicles. The report lists no specific driver errors, only 'Unspecified' contributing factors. No further details on helmet or signal use appear in the data.
13
Speeding Crash on Gowanus Expressway Injures Three▸Apr 13 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided on the Gowanus Expressway. Three people hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Shock and pain followed. Metal twisted. The road stayed open. The danger did not end.
Three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 21-year-old male driver with leg injuries, a 34-year-old female passenger with pain and shock, and a 29-year-old male driver also in shock. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left metal bent and bodies shaken, with the cause rooted in speed.
Apr 16 - Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez indicted a repeat speeder for killing three. He slammed weak laws. Tickets pile up, but drivers dodge real punishment. Gonzalez backed a bill for speed limiters on chronic offenders. He demanded action to stop reckless driving and protect lives.
On April 16, 2025, Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez issued a forceful statement after indicting Miriam Yarimi, a repeat speeder, for killing three family members in Brooklyn. Gonzalez criticized New York’s laws, saying, 'The law is very restrictive in allowing district attorney’s to pursue murder charges in these types of cases.' He noted Yarimi’s 21 speeding and five red-light tickets did not trigger license points or insurance penalties. Gonzalez questioned why the NYPD cannot seize cars based on repeated violations and called for legislative change. He endorsed State Sen. Andrew Gounardes’s bill (S7621), which would require speed limiter technology for drivers with six or more automated enforcement tickets in a year, describing it as a way to fight 'violent car culture.' Gonzalez urged lawmakers to make it easier to prosecute and prevent reckless driving, centering the deadly risk to families and vulnerable road users.
- Brooklyn DA Lays Out Why Roads Are Unsafe, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-04-16
16
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
-
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
15
Cyclist Injured in Sedan Collision on 4th Avenue▸Apr 15 - A sedan struck a cyclist at 4th Avenue and 56th Street. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion. No injuries reported for car occupants. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A crash on 4th Avenue at 56th Street in Brooklyn left a 35-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with the cyclist, who was going straight. The cyclist sustained a head abrasion. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the report. Helmet use was not listed as a contributing factor.
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SUVs Collide at 3rd Avenue, Children Hurt▸Apr 14 - Two SUVs slammed together near 36th Street. A man gripped his shoulder. A woman’s neck snapped back. A toddler rode unbelted on a lap. Children sat silent in the back. Metal and glass, pain and fear.
Two SUVs crashed on 3rd Avenue near 36th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV was turning left while the other went straight. A 36-year-old man suffered a shoulder injury. A 36-year-old woman sustained whiplash. A toddler, unbelted and riding on a lap, was among several children in the vehicles. The report lists no specific driver errors, only 'Unspecified' contributing factors. No further details on helmet or signal use appear in the data.
13
Speeding Crash on Gowanus Expressway Injures Three▸Apr 13 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided on the Gowanus Expressway. Three people hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Shock and pain followed. Metal twisted. The road stayed open. The danger did not end.
Three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 21-year-old male driver with leg injuries, a 34-year-old female passenger with pain and shock, and a 29-year-old male driver also in shock. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left metal bent and bodies shaken, with the cause rooted in speed.
Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
- Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC, The Brooklyn Paper, Published 2025-04-16
15
Cyclist Injured in Sedan Collision on 4th Avenue▸Apr 15 - A sedan struck a cyclist at 4th Avenue and 56th Street. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion. No injuries reported for car occupants. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A crash on 4th Avenue at 56th Street in Brooklyn left a 35-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with the cyclist, who was going straight. The cyclist sustained a head abrasion. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the report. Helmet use was not listed as a contributing factor.
14
SUVs Collide at 3rd Avenue, Children Hurt▸Apr 14 - Two SUVs slammed together near 36th Street. A man gripped his shoulder. A woman’s neck snapped back. A toddler rode unbelted on a lap. Children sat silent in the back. Metal and glass, pain and fear.
Two SUVs crashed on 3rd Avenue near 36th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV was turning left while the other went straight. A 36-year-old man suffered a shoulder injury. A 36-year-old woman sustained whiplash. A toddler, unbelted and riding on a lap, was among several children in the vehicles. The report lists no specific driver errors, only 'Unspecified' contributing factors. No further details on helmet or signal use appear in the data.
13
Speeding Crash on Gowanus Expressway Injures Three▸Apr 13 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided on the Gowanus Expressway. Three people hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Shock and pain followed. Metal twisted. The road stayed open. The danger did not end.
Three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 21-year-old male driver with leg injuries, a 34-year-old female passenger with pain and shock, and a 29-year-old male driver also in shock. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left metal bent and bodies shaken, with the cause rooted in speed.
Apr 15 - A sedan struck a cyclist at 4th Avenue and 56th Street. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion. No injuries reported for car occupants. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A crash on 4th Avenue at 56th Street in Brooklyn left a 35-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with the cyclist, who was going straight. The cyclist sustained a head abrasion. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the report. Helmet use was not listed as a contributing factor.
14
SUVs Collide at 3rd Avenue, Children Hurt▸Apr 14 - Two SUVs slammed together near 36th Street. A man gripped his shoulder. A woman’s neck snapped back. A toddler rode unbelted on a lap. Children sat silent in the back. Metal and glass, pain and fear.
Two SUVs crashed on 3rd Avenue near 36th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV was turning left while the other went straight. A 36-year-old man suffered a shoulder injury. A 36-year-old woman sustained whiplash. A toddler, unbelted and riding on a lap, was among several children in the vehicles. The report lists no specific driver errors, only 'Unspecified' contributing factors. No further details on helmet or signal use appear in the data.
13
Speeding Crash on Gowanus Expressway Injures Three▸Apr 13 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided on the Gowanus Expressway. Three people hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Shock and pain followed. Metal twisted. The road stayed open. The danger did not end.
Three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 21-year-old male driver with leg injuries, a 34-year-old female passenger with pain and shock, and a 29-year-old male driver also in shock. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left metal bent and bodies shaken, with the cause rooted in speed.
Apr 14 - Two SUVs slammed together near 36th Street. A man gripped his shoulder. A woman’s neck snapped back. A toddler rode unbelted on a lap. Children sat silent in the back. Metal and glass, pain and fear.
Two SUVs crashed on 3rd Avenue near 36th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV was turning left while the other went straight. A 36-year-old man suffered a shoulder injury. A 36-year-old woman sustained whiplash. A toddler, unbelted and riding on a lap, was among several children in the vehicles. The report lists no specific driver errors, only 'Unspecified' contributing factors. No further details on helmet or signal use appear in the data.
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Speeding Crash on Gowanus Expressway Injures Three▸Apr 13 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided on the Gowanus Expressway. Three people hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Shock and pain followed. Metal twisted. The road stayed open. The danger did not end.
Three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 21-year-old male driver with leg injuries, a 34-year-old female passenger with pain and shock, and a 29-year-old male driver also in shock. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left metal bent and bodies shaken, with the cause rooted in speed.
Apr 13 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided on the Gowanus Expressway. Three people hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Shock and pain followed. Metal twisted. The road stayed open. The danger did not end.
Three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 21-year-old male driver with leg injuries, a 34-year-old female passenger with pain and shock, and a 29-year-old male driver also in shock. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left metal bent and bodies shaken, with the cause rooted in speed.