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 3
▸ Severe Bleeding 9
▸ Severe Lacerations 5
▸ Concussion 5
▸ Whiplash 88
▸ Contusion/Bruise 100
▸ Abrasion 66
▸ Pain/Nausea 30
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.
Caught Speeding Recently in Crown Heights (North)
- 2022 Gray Ford Pickup (KXM7078) – 246 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2017 Black Lexus Sedan (LPY1138) – 233 times • 3 in last 90d here
- 2024 Black Honda 4H (TLB7922) – 154 times • 3 in last 90d here
- 2016 BMW Sedan (MHA9607) – 149 times • 2 in last 90d here
- 2020 Black BMW Mp (RUN1724) – 141 times • 4 in last 90d here
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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Atlantic cuts. Trucks and sirens. The body count goes on.
Crown Heights (North): Jan 1, 2022 - Sep 29, 2025
Just after lunch on Sep 12, a man on a bike went down near Dean Street. Police records list a box truck and a sedan in the crash; he was hurt and conscious when logged (NYC Open Data).
This Week
- Sep 11 at Atlantic and New York, a driver on an “other motorized” device was ejected and seriously injured; police noted distraction and unsafe lane change by the driver (NYC Open Data).
- Sep 8 at Buffalo and Prospect, a driver in a sedan hit a man on a bike; he was hurt and stayed conscious in the report (NYC Open Data).
- Aug 28 at Classon and Atlantic, a 30‑year‑old on a motorcycle hit a parked dump truck and died (NYC Open Data).
Atlantic keeps taking
Atlantic Avenue tops the harm list here, with the most injuries and multiple deaths since 2022, according to police data for this area (NYC Open Data). Classon, Bedford, Saint Johns Place, Pacific, and Rogers also appear as repeat sites in the same records.
Police repeatedly record driver inattention and failure to yield in local crashes. Distraction appears in the data alongside turns and lane changes that put people on foot and on bikes at risk (NYC Open Data).
Deaths here do not wait for daylight. Police logs show fatal crashes after midnight, in the afternoon rush, and into the night across these streets (NYC Open Data).
Names on the hook
Council Member Chi A. Ossé co‑sponsors a daylighting bill to keep cars 20 feet back from crosswalks and build thousands of visibility barriers (NYC Council Legistar). Atlantic and its side streets need it.
State Senator Zellnor Myrie co‑sponsors the state bill to force repeat speeders to use speed‑limiting tech (Open States). He missed two committee votes on that bill, marked “excused,” and also missed votes on a school speed‑zone measure in June (Open States). On a ride through Brooklyn, Myrie said, “We should be making this as easy as possible and as safe as possible for as many people as possible” (Streetsblog NYC).
Assembly Member Brian Cunningham is logged as missing a committee vote on a school speed‑zone safety bill in June. The file is on the record; the danger on Atlantic is too (Open States).
Fix what the data points to
- Build daylighting and hardened turns at Atlantic Avenue intersections and at Saint Johns Place, Pacific Street, Bedford Avenue, and Rogers Avenue. Police data show repeat harm at these corners (NYC Open Data).
- Target driver inattention and failure‑to‑yield with design first: protected bike lanes, leading walk signals, and turn‑calming on the known corridors. The crash records show these behaviors in local injuries (NYC Open Data).
- Hold repeat speeders to account. The Stop Super Speeders bill S4045 would mandate speed limiters for the worst offenders (Open States).
Citywide tools, local lives
Lower speeds save lives. The city can set slower limits and press Albany for the speed‑limiter mandate. The daylighting bill is already written. Myrie said streets should be safe for “as many people as possible.” The records from Atlantic show what that means when we fail to act (Streetsblog NYC; NYC Council Legistar).
Act. Tell your reps to pass the speed‑limiter bill and build daylighting on Atlantic now. Start here.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-29
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- File Int 1138-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-12-05
- The Dave Colon Challenge: Zellnor Myrie Wants His Own Bike Now, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-16
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Brian Cunningham
District 43
Council Member Chi A. Ossé
District 36
State Senator Zellnor Myrie
District 20
▸ Other Geographies
Crown Heights (North) Crown Heights (North) sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 77, District 36, AD 43, SD 20, Brooklyn CB8.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Crown Heights (North)
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Driver hits cyclist at Buffalo Avenue, Prospect Place▸Sep 8 - Westbound driver hit a northbound cyclist at Buffalo Avenue and Prospect Place at 6:02 a.m. The man went down. He was hurt. Police cited “Other Vehicular” by the driver.
A driver in a Toyota sedan traveled west. A bicyclist traveled north. Both went straight. They collided at Buffalo Avenue and Prospect Place in Brooklyn at 6:02 a.m. The 38-year-old man on the bike was injured with abrasions and was conscious. The 66-year-old woman driving was not reported injured. Damage was recorded to the bike's right rear and the car's front center. According to the police report, contributing factors included “Other Vehicular.” Police recorded “Other Vehicular” by the driver. The report also listed “Other Vehicular” for the bicyclist and “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion” at the crash level.
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Atlantic Ave right-turn crash injures moped rider▸Sep 2 - Two drivers turned right on Atlantic at Bedford. They collided. A 29-year-old moped rider was ejected and hurt. Police recorded driver inattention.
A sedan driver and a moped rider collided while turning right on Atlantic Avenue at Bedford Place in Brooklyn. The crash injured the 29-year-old moped rider. He was ejected and conscious, with a contusion to his lower leg. "According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west and making right turns." The sedan showed right-front damage. The moped showed left-side impact. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
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Ambulance Driver Hits Sedan; Three Kids Hurt▸Sep 1 - Southbound ambulance driver hit the left rear of an eastbound sedan at Schenectady and Dean in Brooklyn. Five in the car were hurt, including a baby, a 10-year-old, and a teen. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
A southbound ambulance driver hit an eastbound sedan at Schenectady Ave and Dean St in Brooklyn. The ambulance’s front end struck the sedan’s left rear quarter. The sedan driver, 34, was injured. Four sedan passengers were injured: a woman, 34; a boy, 14; a girl, 10; and a 1-year-old boy. Reported injuries included head trauma, whiplash, a bruise, and an arm injury. The ambulance driver and an ambulance passenger were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction by both drivers. No other contributing factors were listed.
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Motorcyclist slams parked dump truck▸Aug 28 - Northbound rider hit a parked dump truck on Classon near Atlantic. The bike struck the truck’s rear. The rider wore a helmet. He died. Night streets. Heavy steel. One life gone.
A northbound motorcycle struck the left rear of a parked dump truck on Classon Ave near Atlantic Ave in Brooklyn. The 30-year-old rider, helmeted, suffered fatal head and internal injuries. According to the police report, both vehicles list contributing factors as “Unspecified.” The dump truck was parked; the motorcycle was traveling straight; the bike’s center front hit the truck’s left rear bumper. No pedestrians or other passengers were reported injured. With no stated driver errors beyond “Unspecified,” the record documents a deadly impact between a moving motorcycle and a stationary truck, leaving the rider dead at the scene.
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SUV right turn strikes southbound cyclist▸Aug 23 - A southbound SUV turned right on Utica and hit a southbound cyclist at Pacific. The rider went down, hurt and in shock. The report flags failure to yield. Brooklyn morning. Sirens. Asphalt and fear.
According to the police report, a 2016 Chevy SUV traveling south on Utica Ave made a right turn at Pacific St and struck a southbound bicyclist going straight. The bicyclist, a 38-year-old woman, was injured and reported pain and shock. The SUV driver is listed with Failure to Yield Right-of-Way. The bicyclist’s line also lists Failure to Yield Right-of-Way as a contributing factor, but the turning driver’s failure to yield comes first. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, noted as Helmet Only (In-Line Skater/Bicyclist). The crash occurred in Brooklyn’s 77th Precinct, collision ID 4838006.
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Left-turning sedan strikes bicyclist▸Aug 20 - A Lincoln sedan turned left on Atlantic and hit a cyclist. The rider went down and was hurt. The report flags driver distraction. Brooklyn pavement took the blow. Sirens after the screech. The bike’s front left crumpled.
A cyclist riding east on Atlantic Avenue collided with a left-turning 2006 Lincoln sedan at Buffalo Avenue. The bicyclist was injured with lower-leg trauma and shock. According to the police report “Driver Inattention/Distraction” contributed to the crash. The sedan was making a left turn; the bike was going straight. These actions and the noted distraction point to driver error. The bicycle showed damage to the left front, consistent with an impact from a turning car’s right-front quarter panel. No other contributing factors were listed for the bicyclist beyond “Unspecified.”
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Sedan strikes moped at Pacific and Rochester▸Aug 19 - A westbound sedan hit a northbound moped at Pacific and Rochester. The moped took the blow. The car’s front left crumpled. One person was injured. Police cite driver inattention. The street failed the rider, again.
A Honda sedan traveling west on Pacific Street collided with a northbound JIAJU moped at Rochester Avenue. The moped was struck at the center front; the car showed damage to the left front quarter. One person was injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” That failure sits at the core of this crash. No other contributing factors for the moped were listed. The layout at this junction put a small rider against a larger vehicle, and the impact tells the story: the moped absorbed the hit while the sedan kept going straight ahead.
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Westbound Van Hits Southbound Sedan▸Aug 18 - A westbound van hit a southbound sedan at Utica Ave and Pacific St in Bed-Stuy. Metal tore. Three people were injured: the sedan driver and two passengers. Police recorded driver inattention for both drivers.
Two vehicles collided at Utica Ave and Pacific St in Brooklyn. A westbound van struck a southbound sedan. Three people were hurt: the 26-year-old male driver of the sedan and two passengers (a 25-year-old male and a 29-year-old female) with arm and leg injuries. According to the police report, both drivers were going straight and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was the contributing factor for each. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the driver errors for both operators. The sedan sustained left-side damage; the van sustained center front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured.
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Left-turn driver hits northbound sedan passengers▸Aug 17 - A left-turning sedan cut across a northbound sedan at St. Marks Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn. Two passengers were injured. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction for both drivers.
Two sedans collided at St. Marks Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn after one driver made a left turn across the path of a northbound vehicle. Two passengers were hurt: a 26-year-old woman with head pain and a 63-year-old woman who complained of whiplash. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" for both drivers. The left-turning vehicle showed right-front bumper damage; the northbound car showed left-front damage. Police listed driver inattention as the recorded error. No other contributing factors were recorded in the report.
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Pickup Driver Turns Right, Hits Teen Scooter▸Aug 16 - A pickup driver turned right and hit a 16-year-old on a motorized scooter on Atlantic Ave at Albany Ave. The teen suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and was in shock. The pickup driver was uninjured. Police listed no specific contributing factors.
The driver of a pickup truck made a right turn on Atlantic Ave at Albany Ave and struck a 16-year-old male riding a motorized scooter traveling east. The teen sustained knee and lower-leg trauma and was in shock. The pickup driver was reported uninjured. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified" for all parties. The pickup’s point of impact was the right front bumper and the scooter showed front-end impact. Police data recorded no specific driver violations, and the report cited no helmet or signal factors.
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Rear-end crash injures 66-year-old passenger on Franklin▸Aug 8 - A southbound driver hit the back of a car at Franklin and St. Marks in Brooklyn. A 66-year-old front passenger suffered whiplash. A 33-year-old driver was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention and noted pedestrian error/confusion.
At Franklin Avenue and St. Marks Avenue in Brooklyn, two southbound drivers crashed when one driver hit the back of the car ahead. A 66-year-old front passenger suffered a neck injury and complained of whiplash. A 33-year-old driver was also hurt, and other occupants reported unspecified injuries. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. The report also lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a factor. Both drivers were going straight before impact, and damage was recorded to the rear of the lead car and the front of the trailing car.
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Sedan Left Turn Hits Cyclist on Bergen▸Aug 1 - The driver of a sedan turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on Bergen Street. The 38-year-old rider was partially ejected and injured in the knee, lower leg and foot. Police recorded failure to yield.
A sedan turning left on Bergen Street struck a northbound cyclist who was riding straight. The cyclist, a 38-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New Jersey and was the only occupant. Police recorded the cyclist in shock. The helmet worn by the cyclist is noted in the report. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike's center front end. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant.
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Distracted Driver Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian▸Jul 29 - A distracted driver turned right on Albany Avenue and hit a 45-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The man suffered facial injuries and abrasions. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' A 45-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue with the signal was struck when the driver in a 2018 Jeep SUV made a right turn. The pedestrian suffered facial injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. The driver, listed as licensed and the sole occupant, was not injured. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal. No other contributing factors or vehicle damage were recorded.
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Cyclist Hurt in Solo Rochester Avenue Crash▸Jul 28 - A 24-year-old cyclist was hurt on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place. He hit pavement. Abrasions to knee and foot. No other parties listed.
A 24-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding south on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, he suffered abrasions to his knee and foot and was conscious at the scene. No other vehicles or persons were listed. The rider was traveling straight ahead. The bicycle showed no damage, and the report noted no point of impact. Police recorded no driver errors and no contributing factors. The crash occurred in the 77th Precinct, ZIP 11213.
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Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
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E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
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Two SUVs collide on Atlantic and New York▸Jul 19 - Two SUVs collided at Atlantic Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn. Four people were hurt. Drivers and passengers suffered head, chest, and leg injuries and shock. Police listed all contributing factors as "Unspecified."
Two drivers collided at Atlantic Avenue and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2017 Ford SUV was traveling north. The driver of a 2006 Jeep was traveling east. According to the police report, four people were injured: a 34-year-old male front passenger with a leg contusion, a 28-year-old female rear passenger with chest pain, a 31-year-old male driver with a head injury, and a 58-year-old female driver in shock. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified." Vehicle damage was logged at the center front end and right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the report.
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Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
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FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
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Woman Hit Crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect▸Jul 16 - A woman crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place with the signal was struck and injured. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The police report lists no driver errors or contributing factors.
A female pedestrian was struck while crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place in Brooklyn on July 16 at 6:05 p.m. She was crossing with the signal. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. Police recorded one involved vehicle with CT registration but did not provide a vehicle type or driver details such as sex, license status, or pre‑crash actions. The collision is logged under ID 4827971 in zip code 11213.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Sep 8 - Westbound driver hit a northbound cyclist at Buffalo Avenue and Prospect Place at 6:02 a.m. The man went down. He was hurt. Police cited “Other Vehicular” by the driver.
A driver in a Toyota sedan traveled west. A bicyclist traveled north. Both went straight. They collided at Buffalo Avenue and Prospect Place in Brooklyn at 6:02 a.m. The 38-year-old man on the bike was injured with abrasions and was conscious. The 66-year-old woman driving was not reported injured. Damage was recorded to the bike's right rear and the car's front center. According to the police report, contributing factors included “Other Vehicular.” Police recorded “Other Vehicular” by the driver. The report also listed “Other Vehicular” for the bicyclist and “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion” at the crash level.
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Atlantic Ave right-turn crash injures moped rider▸Sep 2 - Two drivers turned right on Atlantic at Bedford. They collided. A 29-year-old moped rider was ejected and hurt. Police recorded driver inattention.
A sedan driver and a moped rider collided while turning right on Atlantic Avenue at Bedford Place in Brooklyn. The crash injured the 29-year-old moped rider. He was ejected and conscious, with a contusion to his lower leg. "According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west and making right turns." The sedan showed right-front damage. The moped showed left-side impact. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
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Ambulance Driver Hits Sedan; Three Kids Hurt▸Sep 1 - Southbound ambulance driver hit the left rear of an eastbound sedan at Schenectady and Dean in Brooklyn. Five in the car were hurt, including a baby, a 10-year-old, and a teen. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
A southbound ambulance driver hit an eastbound sedan at Schenectady Ave and Dean St in Brooklyn. The ambulance’s front end struck the sedan’s left rear quarter. The sedan driver, 34, was injured. Four sedan passengers were injured: a woman, 34; a boy, 14; a girl, 10; and a 1-year-old boy. Reported injuries included head trauma, whiplash, a bruise, and an arm injury. The ambulance driver and an ambulance passenger were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction by both drivers. No other contributing factors were listed.
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Motorcyclist slams parked dump truck▸Aug 28 - Northbound rider hit a parked dump truck on Classon near Atlantic. The bike struck the truck’s rear. The rider wore a helmet. He died. Night streets. Heavy steel. One life gone.
A northbound motorcycle struck the left rear of a parked dump truck on Classon Ave near Atlantic Ave in Brooklyn. The 30-year-old rider, helmeted, suffered fatal head and internal injuries. According to the police report, both vehicles list contributing factors as “Unspecified.” The dump truck was parked; the motorcycle was traveling straight; the bike’s center front hit the truck’s left rear bumper. No pedestrians or other passengers were reported injured. With no stated driver errors beyond “Unspecified,” the record documents a deadly impact between a moving motorcycle and a stationary truck, leaving the rider dead at the scene.
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SUV right turn strikes southbound cyclist▸Aug 23 - A southbound SUV turned right on Utica and hit a southbound cyclist at Pacific. The rider went down, hurt and in shock. The report flags failure to yield. Brooklyn morning. Sirens. Asphalt and fear.
According to the police report, a 2016 Chevy SUV traveling south on Utica Ave made a right turn at Pacific St and struck a southbound bicyclist going straight. The bicyclist, a 38-year-old woman, was injured and reported pain and shock. The SUV driver is listed with Failure to Yield Right-of-Way. The bicyclist’s line also lists Failure to Yield Right-of-Way as a contributing factor, but the turning driver’s failure to yield comes first. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, noted as Helmet Only (In-Line Skater/Bicyclist). The crash occurred in Brooklyn’s 77th Precinct, collision ID 4838006.
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Left-turning sedan strikes bicyclist▸Aug 20 - A Lincoln sedan turned left on Atlantic and hit a cyclist. The rider went down and was hurt. The report flags driver distraction. Brooklyn pavement took the blow. Sirens after the screech. The bike’s front left crumpled.
A cyclist riding east on Atlantic Avenue collided with a left-turning 2006 Lincoln sedan at Buffalo Avenue. The bicyclist was injured with lower-leg trauma and shock. According to the police report “Driver Inattention/Distraction” contributed to the crash. The sedan was making a left turn; the bike was going straight. These actions and the noted distraction point to driver error. The bicycle showed damage to the left front, consistent with an impact from a turning car’s right-front quarter panel. No other contributing factors were listed for the bicyclist beyond “Unspecified.”
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Sedan strikes moped at Pacific and Rochester▸Aug 19 - A westbound sedan hit a northbound moped at Pacific and Rochester. The moped took the blow. The car’s front left crumpled. One person was injured. Police cite driver inattention. The street failed the rider, again.
A Honda sedan traveling west on Pacific Street collided with a northbound JIAJU moped at Rochester Avenue. The moped was struck at the center front; the car showed damage to the left front quarter. One person was injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” That failure sits at the core of this crash. No other contributing factors for the moped were listed. The layout at this junction put a small rider against a larger vehicle, and the impact tells the story: the moped absorbed the hit while the sedan kept going straight ahead.
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Westbound Van Hits Southbound Sedan▸Aug 18 - A westbound van hit a southbound sedan at Utica Ave and Pacific St in Bed-Stuy. Metal tore. Three people were injured: the sedan driver and two passengers. Police recorded driver inattention for both drivers.
Two vehicles collided at Utica Ave and Pacific St in Brooklyn. A westbound van struck a southbound sedan. Three people were hurt: the 26-year-old male driver of the sedan and two passengers (a 25-year-old male and a 29-year-old female) with arm and leg injuries. According to the police report, both drivers were going straight and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was the contributing factor for each. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the driver errors for both operators. The sedan sustained left-side damage; the van sustained center front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured.
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Left-turn driver hits northbound sedan passengers▸Aug 17 - A left-turning sedan cut across a northbound sedan at St. Marks Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn. Two passengers were injured. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction for both drivers.
Two sedans collided at St. Marks Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn after one driver made a left turn across the path of a northbound vehicle. Two passengers were hurt: a 26-year-old woman with head pain and a 63-year-old woman who complained of whiplash. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" for both drivers. The left-turning vehicle showed right-front bumper damage; the northbound car showed left-front damage. Police listed driver inattention as the recorded error. No other contributing factors were recorded in the report.
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Pickup Driver Turns Right, Hits Teen Scooter▸Aug 16 - A pickup driver turned right and hit a 16-year-old on a motorized scooter on Atlantic Ave at Albany Ave. The teen suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and was in shock. The pickup driver was uninjured. Police listed no specific contributing factors.
The driver of a pickup truck made a right turn on Atlantic Ave at Albany Ave and struck a 16-year-old male riding a motorized scooter traveling east. The teen sustained knee and lower-leg trauma and was in shock. The pickup driver was reported uninjured. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified" for all parties. The pickup’s point of impact was the right front bumper and the scooter showed front-end impact. Police data recorded no specific driver violations, and the report cited no helmet or signal factors.
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Rear-end crash injures 66-year-old passenger on Franklin▸Aug 8 - A southbound driver hit the back of a car at Franklin and St. Marks in Brooklyn. A 66-year-old front passenger suffered whiplash. A 33-year-old driver was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention and noted pedestrian error/confusion.
At Franklin Avenue and St. Marks Avenue in Brooklyn, two southbound drivers crashed when one driver hit the back of the car ahead. A 66-year-old front passenger suffered a neck injury and complained of whiplash. A 33-year-old driver was also hurt, and other occupants reported unspecified injuries. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. The report also lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a factor. Both drivers were going straight before impact, and damage was recorded to the rear of the lead car and the front of the trailing car.
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Sedan Left Turn Hits Cyclist on Bergen▸Aug 1 - The driver of a sedan turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on Bergen Street. The 38-year-old rider was partially ejected and injured in the knee, lower leg and foot. Police recorded failure to yield.
A sedan turning left on Bergen Street struck a northbound cyclist who was riding straight. The cyclist, a 38-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New Jersey and was the only occupant. Police recorded the cyclist in shock. The helmet worn by the cyclist is noted in the report. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike's center front end. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant.
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Distracted Driver Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian▸Jul 29 - A distracted driver turned right on Albany Avenue and hit a 45-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The man suffered facial injuries and abrasions. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' A 45-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue with the signal was struck when the driver in a 2018 Jeep SUV made a right turn. The pedestrian suffered facial injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. The driver, listed as licensed and the sole occupant, was not injured. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal. No other contributing factors or vehicle damage were recorded.
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Cyclist Hurt in Solo Rochester Avenue Crash▸Jul 28 - A 24-year-old cyclist was hurt on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place. He hit pavement. Abrasions to knee and foot. No other parties listed.
A 24-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding south on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, he suffered abrasions to his knee and foot and was conscious at the scene. No other vehicles or persons were listed. The rider was traveling straight ahead. The bicycle showed no damage, and the report noted no point of impact. Police recorded no driver errors and no contributing factors. The crash occurred in the 77th Precinct, ZIP 11213.
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Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
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E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
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Two SUVs collide on Atlantic and New York▸Jul 19 - Two SUVs collided at Atlantic Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn. Four people were hurt. Drivers and passengers suffered head, chest, and leg injuries and shock. Police listed all contributing factors as "Unspecified."
Two drivers collided at Atlantic Avenue and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2017 Ford SUV was traveling north. The driver of a 2006 Jeep was traveling east. According to the police report, four people were injured: a 34-year-old male front passenger with a leg contusion, a 28-year-old female rear passenger with chest pain, a 31-year-old male driver with a head injury, and a 58-year-old female driver in shock. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified." Vehicle damage was logged at the center front end and right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the report.
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Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
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FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
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Woman Hit Crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect▸Jul 16 - A woman crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place with the signal was struck and injured. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The police report lists no driver errors or contributing factors.
A female pedestrian was struck while crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place in Brooklyn on July 16 at 6:05 p.m. She was crossing with the signal. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. Police recorded one involved vehicle with CT registration but did not provide a vehicle type or driver details such as sex, license status, or pre‑crash actions. The collision is logged under ID 4827971 in zip code 11213.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Sep 2 - Two drivers turned right on Atlantic at Bedford. They collided. A 29-year-old moped rider was ejected and hurt. Police recorded driver inattention.
A sedan driver and a moped rider collided while turning right on Atlantic Avenue at Bedford Place in Brooklyn. The crash injured the 29-year-old moped rider. He was ejected and conscious, with a contusion to his lower leg. "According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west and making right turns." The sedan showed right-front damage. The moped showed left-side impact. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
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Ambulance Driver Hits Sedan; Three Kids Hurt▸Sep 1 - Southbound ambulance driver hit the left rear of an eastbound sedan at Schenectady and Dean in Brooklyn. Five in the car were hurt, including a baby, a 10-year-old, and a teen. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
A southbound ambulance driver hit an eastbound sedan at Schenectady Ave and Dean St in Brooklyn. The ambulance’s front end struck the sedan’s left rear quarter. The sedan driver, 34, was injured. Four sedan passengers were injured: a woman, 34; a boy, 14; a girl, 10; and a 1-year-old boy. Reported injuries included head trauma, whiplash, a bruise, and an arm injury. The ambulance driver and an ambulance passenger were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction by both drivers. No other contributing factors were listed.
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Motorcyclist slams parked dump truck▸Aug 28 - Northbound rider hit a parked dump truck on Classon near Atlantic. The bike struck the truck’s rear. The rider wore a helmet. He died. Night streets. Heavy steel. One life gone.
A northbound motorcycle struck the left rear of a parked dump truck on Classon Ave near Atlantic Ave in Brooklyn. The 30-year-old rider, helmeted, suffered fatal head and internal injuries. According to the police report, both vehicles list contributing factors as “Unspecified.” The dump truck was parked; the motorcycle was traveling straight; the bike’s center front hit the truck’s left rear bumper. No pedestrians or other passengers were reported injured. With no stated driver errors beyond “Unspecified,” the record documents a deadly impact between a moving motorcycle and a stationary truck, leaving the rider dead at the scene.
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SUV right turn strikes southbound cyclist▸Aug 23 - A southbound SUV turned right on Utica and hit a southbound cyclist at Pacific. The rider went down, hurt and in shock. The report flags failure to yield. Brooklyn morning. Sirens. Asphalt and fear.
According to the police report, a 2016 Chevy SUV traveling south on Utica Ave made a right turn at Pacific St and struck a southbound bicyclist going straight. The bicyclist, a 38-year-old woman, was injured and reported pain and shock. The SUV driver is listed with Failure to Yield Right-of-Way. The bicyclist’s line also lists Failure to Yield Right-of-Way as a contributing factor, but the turning driver’s failure to yield comes first. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, noted as Helmet Only (In-Line Skater/Bicyclist). The crash occurred in Brooklyn’s 77th Precinct, collision ID 4838006.
20
Left-turning sedan strikes bicyclist▸Aug 20 - A Lincoln sedan turned left on Atlantic and hit a cyclist. The rider went down and was hurt. The report flags driver distraction. Brooklyn pavement took the blow. Sirens after the screech. The bike’s front left crumpled.
A cyclist riding east on Atlantic Avenue collided with a left-turning 2006 Lincoln sedan at Buffalo Avenue. The bicyclist was injured with lower-leg trauma and shock. According to the police report “Driver Inattention/Distraction” contributed to the crash. The sedan was making a left turn; the bike was going straight. These actions and the noted distraction point to driver error. The bicycle showed damage to the left front, consistent with an impact from a turning car’s right-front quarter panel. No other contributing factors were listed for the bicyclist beyond “Unspecified.”
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Sedan strikes moped at Pacific and Rochester▸Aug 19 - A westbound sedan hit a northbound moped at Pacific and Rochester. The moped took the blow. The car’s front left crumpled. One person was injured. Police cite driver inattention. The street failed the rider, again.
A Honda sedan traveling west on Pacific Street collided with a northbound JIAJU moped at Rochester Avenue. The moped was struck at the center front; the car showed damage to the left front quarter. One person was injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” That failure sits at the core of this crash. No other contributing factors for the moped were listed. The layout at this junction put a small rider against a larger vehicle, and the impact tells the story: the moped absorbed the hit while the sedan kept going straight ahead.
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Westbound Van Hits Southbound Sedan▸Aug 18 - A westbound van hit a southbound sedan at Utica Ave and Pacific St in Bed-Stuy. Metal tore. Three people were injured: the sedan driver and two passengers. Police recorded driver inattention for both drivers.
Two vehicles collided at Utica Ave and Pacific St in Brooklyn. A westbound van struck a southbound sedan. Three people were hurt: the 26-year-old male driver of the sedan and two passengers (a 25-year-old male and a 29-year-old female) with arm and leg injuries. According to the police report, both drivers were going straight and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was the contributing factor for each. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the driver errors for both operators. The sedan sustained left-side damage; the van sustained center front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured.
17
Left-turn driver hits northbound sedan passengers▸Aug 17 - A left-turning sedan cut across a northbound sedan at St. Marks Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn. Two passengers were injured. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction for both drivers.
Two sedans collided at St. Marks Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn after one driver made a left turn across the path of a northbound vehicle. Two passengers were hurt: a 26-year-old woman with head pain and a 63-year-old woman who complained of whiplash. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" for both drivers. The left-turning vehicle showed right-front bumper damage; the northbound car showed left-front damage. Police listed driver inattention as the recorded error. No other contributing factors were recorded in the report.
16
Pickup Driver Turns Right, Hits Teen Scooter▸Aug 16 - A pickup driver turned right and hit a 16-year-old on a motorized scooter on Atlantic Ave at Albany Ave. The teen suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and was in shock. The pickup driver was uninjured. Police listed no specific contributing factors.
The driver of a pickup truck made a right turn on Atlantic Ave at Albany Ave and struck a 16-year-old male riding a motorized scooter traveling east. The teen sustained knee and lower-leg trauma and was in shock. The pickup driver was reported uninjured. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified" for all parties. The pickup’s point of impact was the right front bumper and the scooter showed front-end impact. Police data recorded no specific driver violations, and the report cited no helmet or signal factors.
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Rear-end crash injures 66-year-old passenger on Franklin▸Aug 8 - A southbound driver hit the back of a car at Franklin and St. Marks in Brooklyn. A 66-year-old front passenger suffered whiplash. A 33-year-old driver was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention and noted pedestrian error/confusion.
At Franklin Avenue and St. Marks Avenue in Brooklyn, two southbound drivers crashed when one driver hit the back of the car ahead. A 66-year-old front passenger suffered a neck injury and complained of whiplash. A 33-year-old driver was also hurt, and other occupants reported unspecified injuries. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. The report also lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a factor. Both drivers were going straight before impact, and damage was recorded to the rear of the lead car and the front of the trailing car.
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Sedan Left Turn Hits Cyclist on Bergen▸Aug 1 - The driver of a sedan turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on Bergen Street. The 38-year-old rider was partially ejected and injured in the knee, lower leg and foot. Police recorded failure to yield.
A sedan turning left on Bergen Street struck a northbound cyclist who was riding straight. The cyclist, a 38-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New Jersey and was the only occupant. Police recorded the cyclist in shock. The helmet worn by the cyclist is noted in the report. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike's center front end. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant.
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Distracted Driver Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian▸Jul 29 - A distracted driver turned right on Albany Avenue and hit a 45-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The man suffered facial injuries and abrasions. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' A 45-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue with the signal was struck when the driver in a 2018 Jeep SUV made a right turn. The pedestrian suffered facial injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. The driver, listed as licensed and the sole occupant, was not injured. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal. No other contributing factors or vehicle damage were recorded.
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Cyclist Hurt in Solo Rochester Avenue Crash▸Jul 28 - A 24-year-old cyclist was hurt on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place. He hit pavement. Abrasions to knee and foot. No other parties listed.
A 24-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding south on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, he suffered abrasions to his knee and foot and was conscious at the scene. No other vehicles or persons were listed. The rider was traveling straight ahead. The bicycle showed no damage, and the report noted no point of impact. Police recorded no driver errors and no contributing factors. The crash occurred in the 77th Precinct, ZIP 11213.
22
Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
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E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
19
Two SUVs collide on Atlantic and New York▸Jul 19 - Two SUVs collided at Atlantic Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn. Four people were hurt. Drivers and passengers suffered head, chest, and leg injuries and shock. Police listed all contributing factors as "Unspecified."
Two drivers collided at Atlantic Avenue and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2017 Ford SUV was traveling north. The driver of a 2006 Jeep was traveling east. According to the police report, four people were injured: a 34-year-old male front passenger with a leg contusion, a 28-year-old female rear passenger with chest pain, a 31-year-old male driver with a head injury, and a 58-year-old female driver in shock. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified." Vehicle damage was logged at the center front end and right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the report.
17
Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
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FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
16
Woman Hit Crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect▸Jul 16 - A woman crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place with the signal was struck and injured. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The police report lists no driver errors or contributing factors.
A female pedestrian was struck while crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place in Brooklyn on July 16 at 6:05 p.m. She was crossing with the signal. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. Police recorded one involved vehicle with CT registration but did not provide a vehicle type or driver details such as sex, license status, or pre‑crash actions. The collision is logged under ID 4827971 in zip code 11213.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Sep 1 - Southbound ambulance driver hit the left rear of an eastbound sedan at Schenectady and Dean in Brooklyn. Five in the car were hurt, including a baby, a 10-year-old, and a teen. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
A southbound ambulance driver hit an eastbound sedan at Schenectady Ave and Dean St in Brooklyn. The ambulance’s front end struck the sedan’s left rear quarter. The sedan driver, 34, was injured. Four sedan passengers were injured: a woman, 34; a boy, 14; a girl, 10; and a 1-year-old boy. Reported injuries included head trauma, whiplash, a bruise, and an arm injury. The ambulance driver and an ambulance passenger were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction by both drivers. No other contributing factors were listed.
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Motorcyclist slams parked dump truck▸Aug 28 - Northbound rider hit a parked dump truck on Classon near Atlantic. The bike struck the truck’s rear. The rider wore a helmet. He died. Night streets. Heavy steel. One life gone.
A northbound motorcycle struck the left rear of a parked dump truck on Classon Ave near Atlantic Ave in Brooklyn. The 30-year-old rider, helmeted, suffered fatal head and internal injuries. According to the police report, both vehicles list contributing factors as “Unspecified.” The dump truck was parked; the motorcycle was traveling straight; the bike’s center front hit the truck’s left rear bumper. No pedestrians or other passengers were reported injured. With no stated driver errors beyond “Unspecified,” the record documents a deadly impact between a moving motorcycle and a stationary truck, leaving the rider dead at the scene.
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SUV right turn strikes southbound cyclist▸Aug 23 - A southbound SUV turned right on Utica and hit a southbound cyclist at Pacific. The rider went down, hurt and in shock. The report flags failure to yield. Brooklyn morning. Sirens. Asphalt and fear.
According to the police report, a 2016 Chevy SUV traveling south on Utica Ave made a right turn at Pacific St and struck a southbound bicyclist going straight. The bicyclist, a 38-year-old woman, was injured and reported pain and shock. The SUV driver is listed with Failure to Yield Right-of-Way. The bicyclist’s line also lists Failure to Yield Right-of-Way as a contributing factor, but the turning driver’s failure to yield comes first. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, noted as Helmet Only (In-Line Skater/Bicyclist). The crash occurred in Brooklyn’s 77th Precinct, collision ID 4838006.
20
Left-turning sedan strikes bicyclist▸Aug 20 - A Lincoln sedan turned left on Atlantic and hit a cyclist. The rider went down and was hurt. The report flags driver distraction. Brooklyn pavement took the blow. Sirens after the screech. The bike’s front left crumpled.
A cyclist riding east on Atlantic Avenue collided with a left-turning 2006 Lincoln sedan at Buffalo Avenue. The bicyclist was injured with lower-leg trauma and shock. According to the police report “Driver Inattention/Distraction” contributed to the crash. The sedan was making a left turn; the bike was going straight. These actions and the noted distraction point to driver error. The bicycle showed damage to the left front, consistent with an impact from a turning car’s right-front quarter panel. No other contributing factors were listed for the bicyclist beyond “Unspecified.”
19
Sedan strikes moped at Pacific and Rochester▸Aug 19 - A westbound sedan hit a northbound moped at Pacific and Rochester. The moped took the blow. The car’s front left crumpled. One person was injured. Police cite driver inattention. The street failed the rider, again.
A Honda sedan traveling west on Pacific Street collided with a northbound JIAJU moped at Rochester Avenue. The moped was struck at the center front; the car showed damage to the left front quarter. One person was injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” That failure sits at the core of this crash. No other contributing factors for the moped were listed. The layout at this junction put a small rider against a larger vehicle, and the impact tells the story: the moped absorbed the hit while the sedan kept going straight ahead.
18
Westbound Van Hits Southbound Sedan▸Aug 18 - A westbound van hit a southbound sedan at Utica Ave and Pacific St in Bed-Stuy. Metal tore. Three people were injured: the sedan driver and two passengers. Police recorded driver inattention for both drivers.
Two vehicles collided at Utica Ave and Pacific St in Brooklyn. A westbound van struck a southbound sedan. Three people were hurt: the 26-year-old male driver of the sedan and two passengers (a 25-year-old male and a 29-year-old female) with arm and leg injuries. According to the police report, both drivers were going straight and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was the contributing factor for each. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the driver errors for both operators. The sedan sustained left-side damage; the van sustained center front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured.
17
Left-turn driver hits northbound sedan passengers▸Aug 17 - A left-turning sedan cut across a northbound sedan at St. Marks Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn. Two passengers were injured. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction for both drivers.
Two sedans collided at St. Marks Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn after one driver made a left turn across the path of a northbound vehicle. Two passengers were hurt: a 26-year-old woman with head pain and a 63-year-old woman who complained of whiplash. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" for both drivers. The left-turning vehicle showed right-front bumper damage; the northbound car showed left-front damage. Police listed driver inattention as the recorded error. No other contributing factors were recorded in the report.
16
Pickup Driver Turns Right, Hits Teen Scooter▸Aug 16 - A pickup driver turned right and hit a 16-year-old on a motorized scooter on Atlantic Ave at Albany Ave. The teen suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and was in shock. The pickup driver was uninjured. Police listed no specific contributing factors.
The driver of a pickup truck made a right turn on Atlantic Ave at Albany Ave and struck a 16-year-old male riding a motorized scooter traveling east. The teen sustained knee and lower-leg trauma and was in shock. The pickup driver was reported uninjured. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified" for all parties. The pickup’s point of impact was the right front bumper and the scooter showed front-end impact. Police data recorded no specific driver violations, and the report cited no helmet or signal factors.
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Rear-end crash injures 66-year-old passenger on Franklin▸Aug 8 - A southbound driver hit the back of a car at Franklin and St. Marks in Brooklyn. A 66-year-old front passenger suffered whiplash. A 33-year-old driver was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention and noted pedestrian error/confusion.
At Franklin Avenue and St. Marks Avenue in Brooklyn, two southbound drivers crashed when one driver hit the back of the car ahead. A 66-year-old front passenger suffered a neck injury and complained of whiplash. A 33-year-old driver was also hurt, and other occupants reported unspecified injuries. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. The report also lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a factor. Both drivers were going straight before impact, and damage was recorded to the rear of the lead car and the front of the trailing car.
1
Sedan Left Turn Hits Cyclist on Bergen▸Aug 1 - The driver of a sedan turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on Bergen Street. The 38-year-old rider was partially ejected and injured in the knee, lower leg and foot. Police recorded failure to yield.
A sedan turning left on Bergen Street struck a northbound cyclist who was riding straight. The cyclist, a 38-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New Jersey and was the only occupant. Police recorded the cyclist in shock. The helmet worn by the cyclist is noted in the report. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike's center front end. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant.
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Distracted Driver Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian▸Jul 29 - A distracted driver turned right on Albany Avenue and hit a 45-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The man suffered facial injuries and abrasions. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' A 45-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue with the signal was struck when the driver in a 2018 Jeep SUV made a right turn. The pedestrian suffered facial injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. The driver, listed as licensed and the sole occupant, was not injured. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal. No other contributing factors or vehicle damage were recorded.
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Cyclist Hurt in Solo Rochester Avenue Crash▸Jul 28 - A 24-year-old cyclist was hurt on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place. He hit pavement. Abrasions to knee and foot. No other parties listed.
A 24-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding south on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, he suffered abrasions to his knee and foot and was conscious at the scene. No other vehicles or persons were listed. The rider was traveling straight ahead. The bicycle showed no damage, and the report noted no point of impact. Police recorded no driver errors and no contributing factors. The crash occurred in the 77th Precinct, ZIP 11213.
22
Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
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E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
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Two SUVs collide on Atlantic and New York▸Jul 19 - Two SUVs collided at Atlantic Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn. Four people were hurt. Drivers and passengers suffered head, chest, and leg injuries and shock. Police listed all contributing factors as "Unspecified."
Two drivers collided at Atlantic Avenue and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2017 Ford SUV was traveling north. The driver of a 2006 Jeep was traveling east. According to the police report, four people were injured: a 34-year-old male front passenger with a leg contusion, a 28-year-old female rear passenger with chest pain, a 31-year-old male driver with a head injury, and a 58-year-old female driver in shock. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified." Vehicle damage was logged at the center front end and right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the report.
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Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
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FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
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Woman Hit Crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect▸Jul 16 - A woman crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place with the signal was struck and injured. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The police report lists no driver errors or contributing factors.
A female pedestrian was struck while crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place in Brooklyn on July 16 at 6:05 p.m. She was crossing with the signal. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. Police recorded one involved vehicle with CT registration but did not provide a vehicle type or driver details such as sex, license status, or pre‑crash actions. The collision is logged under ID 4827971 in zip code 11213.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Aug 28 - Northbound rider hit a parked dump truck on Classon near Atlantic. The bike struck the truck’s rear. The rider wore a helmet. He died. Night streets. Heavy steel. One life gone.
A northbound motorcycle struck the left rear of a parked dump truck on Classon Ave near Atlantic Ave in Brooklyn. The 30-year-old rider, helmeted, suffered fatal head and internal injuries. According to the police report, both vehicles list contributing factors as “Unspecified.” The dump truck was parked; the motorcycle was traveling straight; the bike’s center front hit the truck’s left rear bumper. No pedestrians or other passengers were reported injured. With no stated driver errors beyond “Unspecified,” the record documents a deadly impact between a moving motorcycle and a stationary truck, leaving the rider dead at the scene.
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SUV right turn strikes southbound cyclist▸Aug 23 - A southbound SUV turned right on Utica and hit a southbound cyclist at Pacific. The rider went down, hurt and in shock. The report flags failure to yield. Brooklyn morning. Sirens. Asphalt and fear.
According to the police report, a 2016 Chevy SUV traveling south on Utica Ave made a right turn at Pacific St and struck a southbound bicyclist going straight. The bicyclist, a 38-year-old woman, was injured and reported pain and shock. The SUV driver is listed with Failure to Yield Right-of-Way. The bicyclist’s line also lists Failure to Yield Right-of-Way as a contributing factor, but the turning driver’s failure to yield comes first. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, noted as Helmet Only (In-Line Skater/Bicyclist). The crash occurred in Brooklyn’s 77th Precinct, collision ID 4838006.
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Left-turning sedan strikes bicyclist▸Aug 20 - A Lincoln sedan turned left on Atlantic and hit a cyclist. The rider went down and was hurt. The report flags driver distraction. Brooklyn pavement took the blow. Sirens after the screech. The bike’s front left crumpled.
A cyclist riding east on Atlantic Avenue collided with a left-turning 2006 Lincoln sedan at Buffalo Avenue. The bicyclist was injured with lower-leg trauma and shock. According to the police report “Driver Inattention/Distraction” contributed to the crash. The sedan was making a left turn; the bike was going straight. These actions and the noted distraction point to driver error. The bicycle showed damage to the left front, consistent with an impact from a turning car’s right-front quarter panel. No other contributing factors were listed for the bicyclist beyond “Unspecified.”
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Sedan strikes moped at Pacific and Rochester▸Aug 19 - A westbound sedan hit a northbound moped at Pacific and Rochester. The moped took the blow. The car’s front left crumpled. One person was injured. Police cite driver inattention. The street failed the rider, again.
A Honda sedan traveling west on Pacific Street collided with a northbound JIAJU moped at Rochester Avenue. The moped was struck at the center front; the car showed damage to the left front quarter. One person was injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” That failure sits at the core of this crash. No other contributing factors for the moped were listed. The layout at this junction put a small rider against a larger vehicle, and the impact tells the story: the moped absorbed the hit while the sedan kept going straight ahead.
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Westbound Van Hits Southbound Sedan▸Aug 18 - A westbound van hit a southbound sedan at Utica Ave and Pacific St in Bed-Stuy. Metal tore. Three people were injured: the sedan driver and two passengers. Police recorded driver inattention for both drivers.
Two vehicles collided at Utica Ave and Pacific St in Brooklyn. A westbound van struck a southbound sedan. Three people were hurt: the 26-year-old male driver of the sedan and two passengers (a 25-year-old male and a 29-year-old female) with arm and leg injuries. According to the police report, both drivers were going straight and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was the contributing factor for each. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the driver errors for both operators. The sedan sustained left-side damage; the van sustained center front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured.
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Left-turn driver hits northbound sedan passengers▸Aug 17 - A left-turning sedan cut across a northbound sedan at St. Marks Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn. Two passengers were injured. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction for both drivers.
Two sedans collided at St. Marks Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn after one driver made a left turn across the path of a northbound vehicle. Two passengers were hurt: a 26-year-old woman with head pain and a 63-year-old woman who complained of whiplash. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" for both drivers. The left-turning vehicle showed right-front bumper damage; the northbound car showed left-front damage. Police listed driver inattention as the recorded error. No other contributing factors were recorded in the report.
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Pickup Driver Turns Right, Hits Teen Scooter▸Aug 16 - A pickup driver turned right and hit a 16-year-old on a motorized scooter on Atlantic Ave at Albany Ave. The teen suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and was in shock. The pickup driver was uninjured. Police listed no specific contributing factors.
The driver of a pickup truck made a right turn on Atlantic Ave at Albany Ave and struck a 16-year-old male riding a motorized scooter traveling east. The teen sustained knee and lower-leg trauma and was in shock. The pickup driver was reported uninjured. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified" for all parties. The pickup’s point of impact was the right front bumper and the scooter showed front-end impact. Police data recorded no specific driver violations, and the report cited no helmet or signal factors.
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Rear-end crash injures 66-year-old passenger on Franklin▸Aug 8 - A southbound driver hit the back of a car at Franklin and St. Marks in Brooklyn. A 66-year-old front passenger suffered whiplash. A 33-year-old driver was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention and noted pedestrian error/confusion.
At Franklin Avenue and St. Marks Avenue in Brooklyn, two southbound drivers crashed when one driver hit the back of the car ahead. A 66-year-old front passenger suffered a neck injury and complained of whiplash. A 33-year-old driver was also hurt, and other occupants reported unspecified injuries. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. The report also lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a factor. Both drivers were going straight before impact, and damage was recorded to the rear of the lead car and the front of the trailing car.
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Sedan Left Turn Hits Cyclist on Bergen▸Aug 1 - The driver of a sedan turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on Bergen Street. The 38-year-old rider was partially ejected and injured in the knee, lower leg and foot. Police recorded failure to yield.
A sedan turning left on Bergen Street struck a northbound cyclist who was riding straight. The cyclist, a 38-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New Jersey and was the only occupant. Police recorded the cyclist in shock. The helmet worn by the cyclist is noted in the report. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike's center front end. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant.
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Distracted Driver Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian▸Jul 29 - A distracted driver turned right on Albany Avenue and hit a 45-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The man suffered facial injuries and abrasions. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' A 45-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue with the signal was struck when the driver in a 2018 Jeep SUV made a right turn. The pedestrian suffered facial injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. The driver, listed as licensed and the sole occupant, was not injured. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal. No other contributing factors or vehicle damage were recorded.
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Cyclist Hurt in Solo Rochester Avenue Crash▸Jul 28 - A 24-year-old cyclist was hurt on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place. He hit pavement. Abrasions to knee and foot. No other parties listed.
A 24-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding south on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, he suffered abrasions to his knee and foot and was conscious at the scene. No other vehicles or persons were listed. The rider was traveling straight ahead. The bicycle showed no damage, and the report noted no point of impact. Police recorded no driver errors and no contributing factors. The crash occurred in the 77th Precinct, ZIP 11213.
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Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
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E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
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Two SUVs collide on Atlantic and New York▸Jul 19 - Two SUVs collided at Atlantic Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn. Four people were hurt. Drivers and passengers suffered head, chest, and leg injuries and shock. Police listed all contributing factors as "Unspecified."
Two drivers collided at Atlantic Avenue and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2017 Ford SUV was traveling north. The driver of a 2006 Jeep was traveling east. According to the police report, four people were injured: a 34-year-old male front passenger with a leg contusion, a 28-year-old female rear passenger with chest pain, a 31-year-old male driver with a head injury, and a 58-year-old female driver in shock. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified." Vehicle damage was logged at the center front end and right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the report.
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Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
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FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
16
Woman Hit Crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect▸Jul 16 - A woman crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place with the signal was struck and injured. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The police report lists no driver errors or contributing factors.
A female pedestrian was struck while crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place in Brooklyn on July 16 at 6:05 p.m. She was crossing with the signal. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. Police recorded one involved vehicle with CT registration but did not provide a vehicle type or driver details such as sex, license status, or pre‑crash actions. The collision is logged under ID 4827971 in zip code 11213.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Aug 23 - A southbound SUV turned right on Utica and hit a southbound cyclist at Pacific. The rider went down, hurt and in shock. The report flags failure to yield. Brooklyn morning. Sirens. Asphalt and fear.
According to the police report, a 2016 Chevy SUV traveling south on Utica Ave made a right turn at Pacific St and struck a southbound bicyclist going straight. The bicyclist, a 38-year-old woman, was injured and reported pain and shock. The SUV driver is listed with Failure to Yield Right-of-Way. The bicyclist’s line also lists Failure to Yield Right-of-Way as a contributing factor, but the turning driver’s failure to yield comes first. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, noted as Helmet Only (In-Line Skater/Bicyclist). The crash occurred in Brooklyn’s 77th Precinct, collision ID 4838006.
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Left-turning sedan strikes bicyclist▸Aug 20 - A Lincoln sedan turned left on Atlantic and hit a cyclist. The rider went down and was hurt. The report flags driver distraction. Brooklyn pavement took the blow. Sirens after the screech. The bike’s front left crumpled.
A cyclist riding east on Atlantic Avenue collided with a left-turning 2006 Lincoln sedan at Buffalo Avenue. The bicyclist was injured with lower-leg trauma and shock. According to the police report “Driver Inattention/Distraction” contributed to the crash. The sedan was making a left turn; the bike was going straight. These actions and the noted distraction point to driver error. The bicycle showed damage to the left front, consistent with an impact from a turning car’s right-front quarter panel. No other contributing factors were listed for the bicyclist beyond “Unspecified.”
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Sedan strikes moped at Pacific and Rochester▸Aug 19 - A westbound sedan hit a northbound moped at Pacific and Rochester. The moped took the blow. The car’s front left crumpled. One person was injured. Police cite driver inattention. The street failed the rider, again.
A Honda sedan traveling west on Pacific Street collided with a northbound JIAJU moped at Rochester Avenue. The moped was struck at the center front; the car showed damage to the left front quarter. One person was injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” That failure sits at the core of this crash. No other contributing factors for the moped were listed. The layout at this junction put a small rider against a larger vehicle, and the impact tells the story: the moped absorbed the hit while the sedan kept going straight ahead.
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Westbound Van Hits Southbound Sedan▸Aug 18 - A westbound van hit a southbound sedan at Utica Ave and Pacific St in Bed-Stuy. Metal tore. Three people were injured: the sedan driver and two passengers. Police recorded driver inattention for both drivers.
Two vehicles collided at Utica Ave and Pacific St in Brooklyn. A westbound van struck a southbound sedan. Three people were hurt: the 26-year-old male driver of the sedan and two passengers (a 25-year-old male and a 29-year-old female) with arm and leg injuries. According to the police report, both drivers were going straight and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was the contributing factor for each. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the driver errors for both operators. The sedan sustained left-side damage; the van sustained center front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured.
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Left-turn driver hits northbound sedan passengers▸Aug 17 - A left-turning sedan cut across a northbound sedan at St. Marks Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn. Two passengers were injured. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction for both drivers.
Two sedans collided at St. Marks Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn after one driver made a left turn across the path of a northbound vehicle. Two passengers were hurt: a 26-year-old woman with head pain and a 63-year-old woman who complained of whiplash. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" for both drivers. The left-turning vehicle showed right-front bumper damage; the northbound car showed left-front damage. Police listed driver inattention as the recorded error. No other contributing factors were recorded in the report.
16
Pickup Driver Turns Right, Hits Teen Scooter▸Aug 16 - A pickup driver turned right and hit a 16-year-old on a motorized scooter on Atlantic Ave at Albany Ave. The teen suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and was in shock. The pickup driver was uninjured. Police listed no specific contributing factors.
The driver of a pickup truck made a right turn on Atlantic Ave at Albany Ave and struck a 16-year-old male riding a motorized scooter traveling east. The teen sustained knee and lower-leg trauma and was in shock. The pickup driver was reported uninjured. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified" for all parties. The pickup’s point of impact was the right front bumper and the scooter showed front-end impact. Police data recorded no specific driver violations, and the report cited no helmet or signal factors.
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Rear-end crash injures 66-year-old passenger on Franklin▸Aug 8 - A southbound driver hit the back of a car at Franklin and St. Marks in Brooklyn. A 66-year-old front passenger suffered whiplash. A 33-year-old driver was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention and noted pedestrian error/confusion.
At Franklin Avenue and St. Marks Avenue in Brooklyn, two southbound drivers crashed when one driver hit the back of the car ahead. A 66-year-old front passenger suffered a neck injury and complained of whiplash. A 33-year-old driver was also hurt, and other occupants reported unspecified injuries. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. The report also lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a factor. Both drivers were going straight before impact, and damage was recorded to the rear of the lead car and the front of the trailing car.
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Sedan Left Turn Hits Cyclist on Bergen▸Aug 1 - The driver of a sedan turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on Bergen Street. The 38-year-old rider was partially ejected and injured in the knee, lower leg and foot. Police recorded failure to yield.
A sedan turning left on Bergen Street struck a northbound cyclist who was riding straight. The cyclist, a 38-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New Jersey and was the only occupant. Police recorded the cyclist in shock. The helmet worn by the cyclist is noted in the report. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike's center front end. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant.
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Distracted Driver Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian▸Jul 29 - A distracted driver turned right on Albany Avenue and hit a 45-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The man suffered facial injuries and abrasions. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' A 45-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue with the signal was struck when the driver in a 2018 Jeep SUV made a right turn. The pedestrian suffered facial injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. The driver, listed as licensed and the sole occupant, was not injured. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal. No other contributing factors or vehicle damage were recorded.
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Cyclist Hurt in Solo Rochester Avenue Crash▸Jul 28 - A 24-year-old cyclist was hurt on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place. He hit pavement. Abrasions to knee and foot. No other parties listed.
A 24-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding south on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, he suffered abrasions to his knee and foot and was conscious at the scene. No other vehicles or persons were listed. The rider was traveling straight ahead. The bicycle showed no damage, and the report noted no point of impact. Police recorded no driver errors and no contributing factors. The crash occurred in the 77th Precinct, ZIP 11213.
22
Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
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E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
19
Two SUVs collide on Atlantic and New York▸Jul 19 - Two SUVs collided at Atlantic Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn. Four people were hurt. Drivers and passengers suffered head, chest, and leg injuries and shock. Police listed all contributing factors as "Unspecified."
Two drivers collided at Atlantic Avenue and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2017 Ford SUV was traveling north. The driver of a 2006 Jeep was traveling east. According to the police report, four people were injured: a 34-year-old male front passenger with a leg contusion, a 28-year-old female rear passenger with chest pain, a 31-year-old male driver with a head injury, and a 58-year-old female driver in shock. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified." Vehicle damage was logged at the center front end and right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the report.
17
Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
-
FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
16
Woman Hit Crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect▸Jul 16 - A woman crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place with the signal was struck and injured. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The police report lists no driver errors or contributing factors.
A female pedestrian was struck while crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place in Brooklyn on July 16 at 6:05 p.m. She was crossing with the signal. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. Police recorded one involved vehicle with CT registration but did not provide a vehicle type or driver details such as sex, license status, or pre‑crash actions. The collision is logged under ID 4827971 in zip code 11213.
16
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Aug 20 - A Lincoln sedan turned left on Atlantic and hit a cyclist. The rider went down and was hurt. The report flags driver distraction. Brooklyn pavement took the blow. Sirens after the screech. The bike’s front left crumpled.
A cyclist riding east on Atlantic Avenue collided with a left-turning 2006 Lincoln sedan at Buffalo Avenue. The bicyclist was injured with lower-leg trauma and shock. According to the police report “Driver Inattention/Distraction” contributed to the crash. The sedan was making a left turn; the bike was going straight. These actions and the noted distraction point to driver error. The bicycle showed damage to the left front, consistent with an impact from a turning car’s right-front quarter panel. No other contributing factors were listed for the bicyclist beyond “Unspecified.”
19
Sedan strikes moped at Pacific and Rochester▸Aug 19 - A westbound sedan hit a northbound moped at Pacific and Rochester. The moped took the blow. The car’s front left crumpled. One person was injured. Police cite driver inattention. The street failed the rider, again.
A Honda sedan traveling west on Pacific Street collided with a northbound JIAJU moped at Rochester Avenue. The moped was struck at the center front; the car showed damage to the left front quarter. One person was injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” That failure sits at the core of this crash. No other contributing factors for the moped were listed. The layout at this junction put a small rider against a larger vehicle, and the impact tells the story: the moped absorbed the hit while the sedan kept going straight ahead.
18
Westbound Van Hits Southbound Sedan▸Aug 18 - A westbound van hit a southbound sedan at Utica Ave and Pacific St in Bed-Stuy. Metal tore. Three people were injured: the sedan driver and two passengers. Police recorded driver inattention for both drivers.
Two vehicles collided at Utica Ave and Pacific St in Brooklyn. A westbound van struck a southbound sedan. Three people were hurt: the 26-year-old male driver of the sedan and two passengers (a 25-year-old male and a 29-year-old female) with arm and leg injuries. According to the police report, both drivers were going straight and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was the contributing factor for each. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the driver errors for both operators. The sedan sustained left-side damage; the van sustained center front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured.
17
Left-turn driver hits northbound sedan passengers▸Aug 17 - A left-turning sedan cut across a northbound sedan at St. Marks Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn. Two passengers were injured. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction for both drivers.
Two sedans collided at St. Marks Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn after one driver made a left turn across the path of a northbound vehicle. Two passengers were hurt: a 26-year-old woman with head pain and a 63-year-old woman who complained of whiplash. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" for both drivers. The left-turning vehicle showed right-front bumper damage; the northbound car showed left-front damage. Police listed driver inattention as the recorded error. No other contributing factors were recorded in the report.
16
Pickup Driver Turns Right, Hits Teen Scooter▸Aug 16 - A pickup driver turned right and hit a 16-year-old on a motorized scooter on Atlantic Ave at Albany Ave. The teen suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and was in shock. The pickup driver was uninjured. Police listed no specific contributing factors.
The driver of a pickup truck made a right turn on Atlantic Ave at Albany Ave and struck a 16-year-old male riding a motorized scooter traveling east. The teen sustained knee and lower-leg trauma and was in shock. The pickup driver was reported uninjured. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified" for all parties. The pickup’s point of impact was the right front bumper and the scooter showed front-end impact. Police data recorded no specific driver violations, and the report cited no helmet or signal factors.
8
Rear-end crash injures 66-year-old passenger on Franklin▸Aug 8 - A southbound driver hit the back of a car at Franklin and St. Marks in Brooklyn. A 66-year-old front passenger suffered whiplash. A 33-year-old driver was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention and noted pedestrian error/confusion.
At Franklin Avenue and St. Marks Avenue in Brooklyn, two southbound drivers crashed when one driver hit the back of the car ahead. A 66-year-old front passenger suffered a neck injury and complained of whiplash. A 33-year-old driver was also hurt, and other occupants reported unspecified injuries. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. The report also lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a factor. Both drivers were going straight before impact, and damage was recorded to the rear of the lead car and the front of the trailing car.
1
Sedan Left Turn Hits Cyclist on Bergen▸Aug 1 - The driver of a sedan turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on Bergen Street. The 38-year-old rider was partially ejected and injured in the knee, lower leg and foot. Police recorded failure to yield.
A sedan turning left on Bergen Street struck a northbound cyclist who was riding straight. The cyclist, a 38-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New Jersey and was the only occupant. Police recorded the cyclist in shock. The helmet worn by the cyclist is noted in the report. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike's center front end. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant.
29
Distracted Driver Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian▸Jul 29 - A distracted driver turned right on Albany Avenue and hit a 45-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The man suffered facial injuries and abrasions. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' A 45-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue with the signal was struck when the driver in a 2018 Jeep SUV made a right turn. The pedestrian suffered facial injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. The driver, listed as licensed and the sole occupant, was not injured. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal. No other contributing factors or vehicle damage were recorded.
28
Cyclist Hurt in Solo Rochester Avenue Crash▸Jul 28 - A 24-year-old cyclist was hurt on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place. He hit pavement. Abrasions to knee and foot. No other parties listed.
A 24-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding south on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, he suffered abrasions to his knee and foot and was conscious at the scene. No other vehicles or persons were listed. The rider was traveling straight ahead. The bicycle showed no damage, and the report noted no point of impact. Police recorded no driver errors and no contributing factors. The crash occurred in the 77th Precinct, ZIP 11213.
22
Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
-
E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
19
Two SUVs collide on Atlantic and New York▸Jul 19 - Two SUVs collided at Atlantic Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn. Four people were hurt. Drivers and passengers suffered head, chest, and leg injuries and shock. Police listed all contributing factors as "Unspecified."
Two drivers collided at Atlantic Avenue and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2017 Ford SUV was traveling north. The driver of a 2006 Jeep was traveling east. According to the police report, four people were injured: a 34-year-old male front passenger with a leg contusion, a 28-year-old female rear passenger with chest pain, a 31-year-old male driver with a head injury, and a 58-year-old female driver in shock. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified." Vehicle damage was logged at the center front end and right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the report.
17
Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
-
FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
16
Woman Hit Crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect▸Jul 16 - A woman crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place with the signal was struck and injured. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The police report lists no driver errors or contributing factors.
A female pedestrian was struck while crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place in Brooklyn on July 16 at 6:05 p.m. She was crossing with the signal. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. Police recorded one involved vehicle with CT registration but did not provide a vehicle type or driver details such as sex, license status, or pre‑crash actions. The collision is logged under ID 4827971 in zip code 11213.
16
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Aug 19 - A westbound sedan hit a northbound moped at Pacific and Rochester. The moped took the blow. The car’s front left crumpled. One person was injured. Police cite driver inattention. The street failed the rider, again.
A Honda sedan traveling west on Pacific Street collided with a northbound JIAJU moped at Rochester Avenue. The moped was struck at the center front; the car showed damage to the left front quarter. One person was injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” That failure sits at the core of this crash. No other contributing factors for the moped were listed. The layout at this junction put a small rider against a larger vehicle, and the impact tells the story: the moped absorbed the hit while the sedan kept going straight ahead.
18
Westbound Van Hits Southbound Sedan▸Aug 18 - A westbound van hit a southbound sedan at Utica Ave and Pacific St in Bed-Stuy. Metal tore. Three people were injured: the sedan driver and two passengers. Police recorded driver inattention for both drivers.
Two vehicles collided at Utica Ave and Pacific St in Brooklyn. A westbound van struck a southbound sedan. Three people were hurt: the 26-year-old male driver of the sedan and two passengers (a 25-year-old male and a 29-year-old female) with arm and leg injuries. According to the police report, both drivers were going straight and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was the contributing factor for each. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the driver errors for both operators. The sedan sustained left-side damage; the van sustained center front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured.
17
Left-turn driver hits northbound sedan passengers▸Aug 17 - A left-turning sedan cut across a northbound sedan at St. Marks Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn. Two passengers were injured. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction for both drivers.
Two sedans collided at St. Marks Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn after one driver made a left turn across the path of a northbound vehicle. Two passengers were hurt: a 26-year-old woman with head pain and a 63-year-old woman who complained of whiplash. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" for both drivers. The left-turning vehicle showed right-front bumper damage; the northbound car showed left-front damage. Police listed driver inattention as the recorded error. No other contributing factors were recorded in the report.
16
Pickup Driver Turns Right, Hits Teen Scooter▸Aug 16 - A pickup driver turned right and hit a 16-year-old on a motorized scooter on Atlantic Ave at Albany Ave. The teen suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and was in shock. The pickup driver was uninjured. Police listed no specific contributing factors.
The driver of a pickup truck made a right turn on Atlantic Ave at Albany Ave and struck a 16-year-old male riding a motorized scooter traveling east. The teen sustained knee and lower-leg trauma and was in shock. The pickup driver was reported uninjured. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified" for all parties. The pickup’s point of impact was the right front bumper and the scooter showed front-end impact. Police data recorded no specific driver violations, and the report cited no helmet or signal factors.
8
Rear-end crash injures 66-year-old passenger on Franklin▸Aug 8 - A southbound driver hit the back of a car at Franklin and St. Marks in Brooklyn. A 66-year-old front passenger suffered whiplash. A 33-year-old driver was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention and noted pedestrian error/confusion.
At Franklin Avenue and St. Marks Avenue in Brooklyn, two southbound drivers crashed when one driver hit the back of the car ahead. A 66-year-old front passenger suffered a neck injury and complained of whiplash. A 33-year-old driver was also hurt, and other occupants reported unspecified injuries. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. The report also lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a factor. Both drivers were going straight before impact, and damage was recorded to the rear of the lead car and the front of the trailing car.
1
Sedan Left Turn Hits Cyclist on Bergen▸Aug 1 - The driver of a sedan turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on Bergen Street. The 38-year-old rider was partially ejected and injured in the knee, lower leg and foot. Police recorded failure to yield.
A sedan turning left on Bergen Street struck a northbound cyclist who was riding straight. The cyclist, a 38-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New Jersey and was the only occupant. Police recorded the cyclist in shock. The helmet worn by the cyclist is noted in the report. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike's center front end. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant.
29
Distracted Driver Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian▸Jul 29 - A distracted driver turned right on Albany Avenue and hit a 45-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The man suffered facial injuries and abrasions. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' A 45-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue with the signal was struck when the driver in a 2018 Jeep SUV made a right turn. The pedestrian suffered facial injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. The driver, listed as licensed and the sole occupant, was not injured. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal. No other contributing factors or vehicle damage were recorded.
28
Cyclist Hurt in Solo Rochester Avenue Crash▸Jul 28 - A 24-year-old cyclist was hurt on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place. He hit pavement. Abrasions to knee and foot. No other parties listed.
A 24-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding south on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, he suffered abrasions to his knee and foot and was conscious at the scene. No other vehicles or persons were listed. The rider was traveling straight ahead. The bicycle showed no damage, and the report noted no point of impact. Police recorded no driver errors and no contributing factors. The crash occurred in the 77th Precinct, ZIP 11213.
22
Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
-
E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
19
Two SUVs collide on Atlantic and New York▸Jul 19 - Two SUVs collided at Atlantic Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn. Four people were hurt. Drivers and passengers suffered head, chest, and leg injuries and shock. Police listed all contributing factors as "Unspecified."
Two drivers collided at Atlantic Avenue and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2017 Ford SUV was traveling north. The driver of a 2006 Jeep was traveling east. According to the police report, four people were injured: a 34-year-old male front passenger with a leg contusion, a 28-year-old female rear passenger with chest pain, a 31-year-old male driver with a head injury, and a 58-year-old female driver in shock. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified." Vehicle damage was logged at the center front end and right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the report.
17
Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
-
FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
16
Woman Hit Crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect▸Jul 16 - A woman crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place with the signal was struck and injured. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The police report lists no driver errors or contributing factors.
A female pedestrian was struck while crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place in Brooklyn on July 16 at 6:05 p.m. She was crossing with the signal. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. Police recorded one involved vehicle with CT registration but did not provide a vehicle type or driver details such as sex, license status, or pre‑crash actions. The collision is logged under ID 4827971 in zip code 11213.
16
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
-
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Aug 18 - A westbound van hit a southbound sedan at Utica Ave and Pacific St in Bed-Stuy. Metal tore. Three people were injured: the sedan driver and two passengers. Police recorded driver inattention for both drivers.
Two vehicles collided at Utica Ave and Pacific St in Brooklyn. A westbound van struck a southbound sedan. Three people were hurt: the 26-year-old male driver of the sedan and two passengers (a 25-year-old male and a 29-year-old female) with arm and leg injuries. According to the police report, both drivers were going straight and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was the contributing factor for each. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the driver errors for both operators. The sedan sustained left-side damage; the van sustained center front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured.
17
Left-turn driver hits northbound sedan passengers▸Aug 17 - A left-turning sedan cut across a northbound sedan at St. Marks Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn. Two passengers were injured. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction for both drivers.
Two sedans collided at St. Marks Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn after one driver made a left turn across the path of a northbound vehicle. Two passengers were hurt: a 26-year-old woman with head pain and a 63-year-old woman who complained of whiplash. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" for both drivers. The left-turning vehicle showed right-front bumper damage; the northbound car showed left-front damage. Police listed driver inattention as the recorded error. No other contributing factors were recorded in the report.
16
Pickup Driver Turns Right, Hits Teen Scooter▸Aug 16 - A pickup driver turned right and hit a 16-year-old on a motorized scooter on Atlantic Ave at Albany Ave. The teen suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and was in shock. The pickup driver was uninjured. Police listed no specific contributing factors.
The driver of a pickup truck made a right turn on Atlantic Ave at Albany Ave and struck a 16-year-old male riding a motorized scooter traveling east. The teen sustained knee and lower-leg trauma and was in shock. The pickup driver was reported uninjured. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified" for all parties. The pickup’s point of impact was the right front bumper and the scooter showed front-end impact. Police data recorded no specific driver violations, and the report cited no helmet or signal factors.
8
Rear-end crash injures 66-year-old passenger on Franklin▸Aug 8 - A southbound driver hit the back of a car at Franklin and St. Marks in Brooklyn. A 66-year-old front passenger suffered whiplash. A 33-year-old driver was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention and noted pedestrian error/confusion.
At Franklin Avenue and St. Marks Avenue in Brooklyn, two southbound drivers crashed when one driver hit the back of the car ahead. A 66-year-old front passenger suffered a neck injury and complained of whiplash. A 33-year-old driver was also hurt, and other occupants reported unspecified injuries. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. The report also lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a factor. Both drivers were going straight before impact, and damage was recorded to the rear of the lead car and the front of the trailing car.
1
Sedan Left Turn Hits Cyclist on Bergen▸Aug 1 - The driver of a sedan turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on Bergen Street. The 38-year-old rider was partially ejected and injured in the knee, lower leg and foot. Police recorded failure to yield.
A sedan turning left on Bergen Street struck a northbound cyclist who was riding straight. The cyclist, a 38-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New Jersey and was the only occupant. Police recorded the cyclist in shock. The helmet worn by the cyclist is noted in the report. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike's center front end. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant.
29
Distracted Driver Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian▸Jul 29 - A distracted driver turned right on Albany Avenue and hit a 45-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The man suffered facial injuries and abrasions. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' A 45-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue with the signal was struck when the driver in a 2018 Jeep SUV made a right turn. The pedestrian suffered facial injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. The driver, listed as licensed and the sole occupant, was not injured. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal. No other contributing factors or vehicle damage were recorded.
28
Cyclist Hurt in Solo Rochester Avenue Crash▸Jul 28 - A 24-year-old cyclist was hurt on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place. He hit pavement. Abrasions to knee and foot. No other parties listed.
A 24-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding south on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, he suffered abrasions to his knee and foot and was conscious at the scene. No other vehicles or persons were listed. The rider was traveling straight ahead. The bicycle showed no damage, and the report noted no point of impact. Police recorded no driver errors and no contributing factors. The crash occurred in the 77th Precinct, ZIP 11213.
22
Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
-
E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
19
Two SUVs collide on Atlantic and New York▸Jul 19 - Two SUVs collided at Atlantic Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn. Four people were hurt. Drivers and passengers suffered head, chest, and leg injuries and shock. Police listed all contributing factors as "Unspecified."
Two drivers collided at Atlantic Avenue and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2017 Ford SUV was traveling north. The driver of a 2006 Jeep was traveling east. According to the police report, four people were injured: a 34-year-old male front passenger with a leg contusion, a 28-year-old female rear passenger with chest pain, a 31-year-old male driver with a head injury, and a 58-year-old female driver in shock. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified." Vehicle damage was logged at the center front end and right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the report.
17
Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
-
FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
16
Woman Hit Crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect▸Jul 16 - A woman crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place with the signal was struck and injured. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The police report lists no driver errors or contributing factors.
A female pedestrian was struck while crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place in Brooklyn on July 16 at 6:05 p.m. She was crossing with the signal. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. Police recorded one involved vehicle with CT registration but did not provide a vehicle type or driver details such as sex, license status, or pre‑crash actions. The collision is logged under ID 4827971 in zip code 11213.
16
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
-
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Aug 17 - A left-turning sedan cut across a northbound sedan at St. Marks Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn. Two passengers were injured. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction for both drivers.
Two sedans collided at St. Marks Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn after one driver made a left turn across the path of a northbound vehicle. Two passengers were hurt: a 26-year-old woman with head pain and a 63-year-old woman who complained of whiplash. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" for both drivers. The left-turning vehicle showed right-front bumper damage; the northbound car showed left-front damage. Police listed driver inattention as the recorded error. No other contributing factors were recorded in the report.
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Pickup Driver Turns Right, Hits Teen Scooter▸Aug 16 - A pickup driver turned right and hit a 16-year-old on a motorized scooter on Atlantic Ave at Albany Ave. The teen suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and was in shock. The pickup driver was uninjured. Police listed no specific contributing factors.
The driver of a pickup truck made a right turn on Atlantic Ave at Albany Ave and struck a 16-year-old male riding a motorized scooter traveling east. The teen sustained knee and lower-leg trauma and was in shock. The pickup driver was reported uninjured. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified" for all parties. The pickup’s point of impact was the right front bumper and the scooter showed front-end impact. Police data recorded no specific driver violations, and the report cited no helmet or signal factors.
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Rear-end crash injures 66-year-old passenger on Franklin▸Aug 8 - A southbound driver hit the back of a car at Franklin and St. Marks in Brooklyn. A 66-year-old front passenger suffered whiplash. A 33-year-old driver was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention and noted pedestrian error/confusion.
At Franklin Avenue and St. Marks Avenue in Brooklyn, two southbound drivers crashed when one driver hit the back of the car ahead. A 66-year-old front passenger suffered a neck injury and complained of whiplash. A 33-year-old driver was also hurt, and other occupants reported unspecified injuries. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. The report also lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a factor. Both drivers were going straight before impact, and damage was recorded to the rear of the lead car and the front of the trailing car.
1
Sedan Left Turn Hits Cyclist on Bergen▸Aug 1 - The driver of a sedan turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on Bergen Street. The 38-year-old rider was partially ejected and injured in the knee, lower leg and foot. Police recorded failure to yield.
A sedan turning left on Bergen Street struck a northbound cyclist who was riding straight. The cyclist, a 38-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New Jersey and was the only occupant. Police recorded the cyclist in shock. The helmet worn by the cyclist is noted in the report. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike's center front end. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant.
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Distracted Driver Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian▸Jul 29 - A distracted driver turned right on Albany Avenue and hit a 45-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The man suffered facial injuries and abrasions. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' A 45-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue with the signal was struck when the driver in a 2018 Jeep SUV made a right turn. The pedestrian suffered facial injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. The driver, listed as licensed and the sole occupant, was not injured. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal. No other contributing factors or vehicle damage were recorded.
28
Cyclist Hurt in Solo Rochester Avenue Crash▸Jul 28 - A 24-year-old cyclist was hurt on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place. He hit pavement. Abrasions to knee and foot. No other parties listed.
A 24-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding south on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, he suffered abrasions to his knee and foot and was conscious at the scene. No other vehicles or persons were listed. The rider was traveling straight ahead. The bicycle showed no damage, and the report noted no point of impact. Police recorded no driver errors and no contributing factors. The crash occurred in the 77th Precinct, ZIP 11213.
22
Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
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E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
19
Two SUVs collide on Atlantic and New York▸Jul 19 - Two SUVs collided at Atlantic Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn. Four people were hurt. Drivers and passengers suffered head, chest, and leg injuries and shock. Police listed all contributing factors as "Unspecified."
Two drivers collided at Atlantic Avenue and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2017 Ford SUV was traveling north. The driver of a 2006 Jeep was traveling east. According to the police report, four people were injured: a 34-year-old male front passenger with a leg contusion, a 28-year-old female rear passenger with chest pain, a 31-year-old male driver with a head injury, and a 58-year-old female driver in shock. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified." Vehicle damage was logged at the center front end and right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the report.
17
Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
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FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
16
Woman Hit Crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect▸Jul 16 - A woman crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place with the signal was struck and injured. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The police report lists no driver errors or contributing factors.
A female pedestrian was struck while crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place in Brooklyn on July 16 at 6:05 p.m. She was crossing with the signal. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. Police recorded one involved vehicle with CT registration but did not provide a vehicle type or driver details such as sex, license status, or pre‑crash actions. The collision is logged under ID 4827971 in zip code 11213.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
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Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Aug 16 - A pickup driver turned right and hit a 16-year-old on a motorized scooter on Atlantic Ave at Albany Ave. The teen suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and was in shock. The pickup driver was uninjured. Police listed no specific contributing factors.
The driver of a pickup truck made a right turn on Atlantic Ave at Albany Ave and struck a 16-year-old male riding a motorized scooter traveling east. The teen sustained knee and lower-leg trauma and was in shock. The pickup driver was reported uninjured. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified" for all parties. The pickup’s point of impact was the right front bumper and the scooter showed front-end impact. Police data recorded no specific driver violations, and the report cited no helmet or signal factors.
8
Rear-end crash injures 66-year-old passenger on Franklin▸Aug 8 - A southbound driver hit the back of a car at Franklin and St. Marks in Brooklyn. A 66-year-old front passenger suffered whiplash. A 33-year-old driver was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention and noted pedestrian error/confusion.
At Franklin Avenue and St. Marks Avenue in Brooklyn, two southbound drivers crashed when one driver hit the back of the car ahead. A 66-year-old front passenger suffered a neck injury and complained of whiplash. A 33-year-old driver was also hurt, and other occupants reported unspecified injuries. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. The report also lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a factor. Both drivers were going straight before impact, and damage was recorded to the rear of the lead car and the front of the trailing car.
1
Sedan Left Turn Hits Cyclist on Bergen▸Aug 1 - The driver of a sedan turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on Bergen Street. The 38-year-old rider was partially ejected and injured in the knee, lower leg and foot. Police recorded failure to yield.
A sedan turning left on Bergen Street struck a northbound cyclist who was riding straight. The cyclist, a 38-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New Jersey and was the only occupant. Police recorded the cyclist in shock. The helmet worn by the cyclist is noted in the report. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike's center front end. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant.
29
Distracted Driver Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian▸Jul 29 - A distracted driver turned right on Albany Avenue and hit a 45-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The man suffered facial injuries and abrasions. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' A 45-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue with the signal was struck when the driver in a 2018 Jeep SUV made a right turn. The pedestrian suffered facial injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. The driver, listed as licensed and the sole occupant, was not injured. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal. No other contributing factors or vehicle damage were recorded.
28
Cyclist Hurt in Solo Rochester Avenue Crash▸Jul 28 - A 24-year-old cyclist was hurt on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place. He hit pavement. Abrasions to knee and foot. No other parties listed.
A 24-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding south on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, he suffered abrasions to his knee and foot and was conscious at the scene. No other vehicles or persons were listed. The rider was traveling straight ahead. The bicycle showed no damage, and the report noted no point of impact. Police recorded no driver errors and no contributing factors. The crash occurred in the 77th Precinct, ZIP 11213.
22
Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
-
E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
19
Two SUVs collide on Atlantic and New York▸Jul 19 - Two SUVs collided at Atlantic Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn. Four people were hurt. Drivers and passengers suffered head, chest, and leg injuries and shock. Police listed all contributing factors as "Unspecified."
Two drivers collided at Atlantic Avenue and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2017 Ford SUV was traveling north. The driver of a 2006 Jeep was traveling east. According to the police report, four people were injured: a 34-year-old male front passenger with a leg contusion, a 28-year-old female rear passenger with chest pain, a 31-year-old male driver with a head injury, and a 58-year-old female driver in shock. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified." Vehicle damage was logged at the center front end and right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the report.
17
Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
-
FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
16
Woman Hit Crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect▸Jul 16 - A woman crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place with the signal was struck and injured. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The police report lists no driver errors or contributing factors.
A female pedestrian was struck while crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place in Brooklyn on July 16 at 6:05 p.m. She was crossing with the signal. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. Police recorded one involved vehicle with CT registration but did not provide a vehicle type or driver details such as sex, license status, or pre‑crash actions. The collision is logged under ID 4827971 in zip code 11213.
16
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
-
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Aug 8 - A southbound driver hit the back of a car at Franklin and St. Marks in Brooklyn. A 66-year-old front passenger suffered whiplash. A 33-year-old driver was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention and noted pedestrian error/confusion.
At Franklin Avenue and St. Marks Avenue in Brooklyn, two southbound drivers crashed when one driver hit the back of the car ahead. A 66-year-old front passenger suffered a neck injury and complained of whiplash. A 33-year-old driver was also hurt, and other occupants reported unspecified injuries. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. The report also lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a factor. Both drivers were going straight before impact, and damage was recorded to the rear of the lead car and the front of the trailing car.
1
Sedan Left Turn Hits Cyclist on Bergen▸Aug 1 - The driver of a sedan turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on Bergen Street. The 38-year-old rider was partially ejected and injured in the knee, lower leg and foot. Police recorded failure to yield.
A sedan turning left on Bergen Street struck a northbound cyclist who was riding straight. The cyclist, a 38-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New Jersey and was the only occupant. Police recorded the cyclist in shock. The helmet worn by the cyclist is noted in the report. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike's center front end. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant.
29
Distracted Driver Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian▸Jul 29 - A distracted driver turned right on Albany Avenue and hit a 45-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The man suffered facial injuries and abrasions. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' A 45-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue with the signal was struck when the driver in a 2018 Jeep SUV made a right turn. The pedestrian suffered facial injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. The driver, listed as licensed and the sole occupant, was not injured. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal. No other contributing factors or vehicle damage were recorded.
28
Cyclist Hurt in Solo Rochester Avenue Crash▸Jul 28 - A 24-year-old cyclist was hurt on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place. He hit pavement. Abrasions to knee and foot. No other parties listed.
A 24-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding south on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, he suffered abrasions to his knee and foot and was conscious at the scene. No other vehicles or persons were listed. The rider was traveling straight ahead. The bicycle showed no damage, and the report noted no point of impact. Police recorded no driver errors and no contributing factors. The crash occurred in the 77th Precinct, ZIP 11213.
22
Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
-
E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
19
Two SUVs collide on Atlantic and New York▸Jul 19 - Two SUVs collided at Atlantic Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn. Four people were hurt. Drivers and passengers suffered head, chest, and leg injuries and shock. Police listed all contributing factors as "Unspecified."
Two drivers collided at Atlantic Avenue and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2017 Ford SUV was traveling north. The driver of a 2006 Jeep was traveling east. According to the police report, four people were injured: a 34-year-old male front passenger with a leg contusion, a 28-year-old female rear passenger with chest pain, a 31-year-old male driver with a head injury, and a 58-year-old female driver in shock. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified." Vehicle damage was logged at the center front end and right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the report.
17
Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
-
FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
16
Woman Hit Crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect▸Jul 16 - A woman crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place with the signal was struck and injured. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The police report lists no driver errors or contributing factors.
A female pedestrian was struck while crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place in Brooklyn on July 16 at 6:05 p.m. She was crossing with the signal. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. Police recorded one involved vehicle with CT registration but did not provide a vehicle type or driver details such as sex, license status, or pre‑crash actions. The collision is logged under ID 4827971 in zip code 11213.
16
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
-
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Aug 1 - The driver of a sedan turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on Bergen Street. The 38-year-old rider was partially ejected and injured in the knee, lower leg and foot. Police recorded failure to yield.
A sedan turning left on Bergen Street struck a northbound cyclist who was riding straight. The cyclist, a 38-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New Jersey and was the only occupant. Police recorded the cyclist in shock. The helmet worn by the cyclist is noted in the report. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike's center front end. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant.
29
Distracted Driver Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian▸Jul 29 - A distracted driver turned right on Albany Avenue and hit a 45-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The man suffered facial injuries and abrasions. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' A 45-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue with the signal was struck when the driver in a 2018 Jeep SUV made a right turn. The pedestrian suffered facial injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. The driver, listed as licensed and the sole occupant, was not injured. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal. No other contributing factors or vehicle damage were recorded.
28
Cyclist Hurt in Solo Rochester Avenue Crash▸Jul 28 - A 24-year-old cyclist was hurt on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place. He hit pavement. Abrasions to knee and foot. No other parties listed.
A 24-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding south on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, he suffered abrasions to his knee and foot and was conscious at the scene. No other vehicles or persons were listed. The rider was traveling straight ahead. The bicycle showed no damage, and the report noted no point of impact. Police recorded no driver errors and no contributing factors. The crash occurred in the 77th Precinct, ZIP 11213.
22
Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
-
E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
19
Two SUVs collide on Atlantic and New York▸Jul 19 - Two SUVs collided at Atlantic Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn. Four people were hurt. Drivers and passengers suffered head, chest, and leg injuries and shock. Police listed all contributing factors as "Unspecified."
Two drivers collided at Atlantic Avenue and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2017 Ford SUV was traveling north. The driver of a 2006 Jeep was traveling east. According to the police report, four people were injured: a 34-year-old male front passenger with a leg contusion, a 28-year-old female rear passenger with chest pain, a 31-year-old male driver with a head injury, and a 58-year-old female driver in shock. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified." Vehicle damage was logged at the center front end and right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the report.
17
Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
-
FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
16
Woman Hit Crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect▸Jul 16 - A woman crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place with the signal was struck and injured. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The police report lists no driver errors or contributing factors.
A female pedestrian was struck while crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place in Brooklyn on July 16 at 6:05 p.m. She was crossing with the signal. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. Police recorded one involved vehicle with CT registration but did not provide a vehicle type or driver details such as sex, license status, or pre‑crash actions. The collision is logged under ID 4827971 in zip code 11213.
16
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
-
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Jul 29 - A distracted driver turned right on Albany Avenue and hit a 45-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The man suffered facial injuries and abrasions. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' A 45-year-old man crossing Albany Avenue with the signal was struck when the driver in a 2018 Jeep SUV made a right turn. The pedestrian suffered facial injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. The driver, listed as licensed and the sole occupant, was not injured. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal. No other contributing factors or vehicle damage were recorded.
28
Cyclist Hurt in Solo Rochester Avenue Crash▸Jul 28 - A 24-year-old cyclist was hurt on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place. He hit pavement. Abrasions to knee and foot. No other parties listed.
A 24-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding south on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, he suffered abrasions to his knee and foot and was conscious at the scene. No other vehicles or persons were listed. The rider was traveling straight ahead. The bicycle showed no damage, and the report noted no point of impact. Police recorded no driver errors and no contributing factors. The crash occurred in the 77th Precinct, ZIP 11213.
22
Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
-
E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
19
Two SUVs collide on Atlantic and New York▸Jul 19 - Two SUVs collided at Atlantic Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn. Four people were hurt. Drivers and passengers suffered head, chest, and leg injuries and shock. Police listed all contributing factors as "Unspecified."
Two drivers collided at Atlantic Avenue and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2017 Ford SUV was traveling north. The driver of a 2006 Jeep was traveling east. According to the police report, four people were injured: a 34-year-old male front passenger with a leg contusion, a 28-year-old female rear passenger with chest pain, a 31-year-old male driver with a head injury, and a 58-year-old female driver in shock. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified." Vehicle damage was logged at the center front end and right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the report.
17
Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
-
FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
16
Woman Hit Crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect▸Jul 16 - A woman crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place with the signal was struck and injured. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The police report lists no driver errors or contributing factors.
A female pedestrian was struck while crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place in Brooklyn on July 16 at 6:05 p.m. She was crossing with the signal. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. Police recorded one involved vehicle with CT registration but did not provide a vehicle type or driver details such as sex, license status, or pre‑crash actions. The collision is logged under ID 4827971 in zip code 11213.
16
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
-
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Jul 28 - A 24-year-old cyclist was hurt on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place. He hit pavement. Abrasions to knee and foot. No other parties listed.
A 24-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding south on Rochester Avenue at St Johns Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, he suffered abrasions to his knee and foot and was conscious at the scene. No other vehicles or persons were listed. The rider was traveling straight ahead. The bicycle showed no damage, and the report noted no point of impact. Police recorded no driver errors and no contributing factors. The crash occurred in the 77th Precinct, ZIP 11213.
22
Hudson Backs Safety‑Boosting E‑Bike Battery Swap Hub▸Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
-
E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
19
Two SUVs collide on Atlantic and New York▸Jul 19 - Two SUVs collided at Atlantic Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn. Four people were hurt. Drivers and passengers suffered head, chest, and leg injuries and shock. Police listed all contributing factors as "Unspecified."
Two drivers collided at Atlantic Avenue and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2017 Ford SUV was traveling north. The driver of a 2006 Jeep was traveling east. According to the police report, four people were injured: a 34-year-old male front passenger with a leg contusion, a 28-year-old female rear passenger with chest pain, a 31-year-old male driver with a head injury, and a 58-year-old female driver in shock. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified." Vehicle damage was logged at the center front end and right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the report.
17
Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
-
FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
16
Woman Hit Crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect▸Jul 16 - A woman crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place with the signal was struck and injured. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The police report lists no driver errors or contributing factors.
A female pedestrian was struck while crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place in Brooklyn on July 16 at 6:05 p.m. She was crossing with the signal. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. Police recorded one involved vehicle with CT registration but did not provide a vehicle type or driver details such as sex, license status, or pre‑crash actions. The collision is logged under ID 4827971 in zip code 11213.
16
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
-
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Jul 22 - Delivery workers get safe battery swaps. No more charging in cramped apartments. Fire risk drops. The city acts. Workers breathe easier. Streets grow safer for all.
On July 22, 2025, a new e-bike battery swap hub opened at Ebbets Field Apartments in Brooklyn. The project, supported by Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and Council Member Crystal Hudson, brings seven PopWheels cabinets to the complex. Streetsblog NYC reports: 'Delivery workers who live in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field Apartments can now swap their dead e-bike batteries for charged ones without leaving their apartment complex.' Con Edison funded fire-safe infrastructure. The safety analyst notes this move cuts unsafe charging, supports delivery workers, and boosts safety for vulnerable road users. No council bill number or committee details apply.
- E-Bike Battery Swap Hub Backed by Con Edison Opens At Ebbets Field Apartments, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-22
19
Two SUVs collide on Atlantic and New York▸Jul 19 - Two SUVs collided at Atlantic Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn. Four people were hurt. Drivers and passengers suffered head, chest, and leg injuries and shock. Police listed all contributing factors as "Unspecified."
Two drivers collided at Atlantic Avenue and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2017 Ford SUV was traveling north. The driver of a 2006 Jeep was traveling east. According to the police report, four people were injured: a 34-year-old male front passenger with a leg contusion, a 28-year-old female rear passenger with chest pain, a 31-year-old male driver with a head injury, and a 58-year-old female driver in shock. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified." Vehicle damage was logged at the center front end and right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the report.
17
Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
-
FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
16
Woman Hit Crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect▸Jul 16 - A woman crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place with the signal was struck and injured. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The police report lists no driver errors or contributing factors.
A female pedestrian was struck while crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place in Brooklyn on July 16 at 6:05 p.m. She was crossing with the signal. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. Police recorded one involved vehicle with CT registration but did not provide a vehicle type or driver details such as sex, license status, or pre‑crash actions. The collision is logged under ID 4827971 in zip code 11213.
16
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
-
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Jul 19 - Two SUVs collided at Atlantic Ave and New York Ave in Brooklyn. Four people were hurt. Drivers and passengers suffered head, chest, and leg injuries and shock. Police listed all contributing factors as "Unspecified."
Two drivers collided at Atlantic Avenue and New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2017 Ford SUV was traveling north. The driver of a 2006 Jeep was traveling east. According to the police report, four people were injured: a 34-year-old male front passenger with a leg contusion, a 28-year-old female rear passenger with chest pain, a 31-year-old male driver with a head injury, and a 58-year-old female driver in shock. Police recorded contributing factors as "Unspecified." Vehicle damage was logged at the center front end and right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the report.
17
Letitia James Condemns Harmful FEMA Funding Cuts▸Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
-
FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-17
16
Woman Hit Crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect▸Jul 16 - A woman crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place with the signal was struck and injured. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The police report lists no driver errors or contributing factors.
A female pedestrian was struck while crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place in Brooklyn on July 16 at 6:05 p.m. She was crossing with the signal. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. Police recorded one involved vehicle with CT registration but did not provide a vehicle type or driver details such as sex, license status, or pre‑crash actions. The collision is logged under ID 4827971 in zip code 11213.
16
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
-
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Jul 17 - FEMA slashes $351 million. State sues. Flood defenses stall. Streets flood. Pedestrians and cyclists face rising water. Danger lingers. No fix yet.
On July 17, 2025, New York State sued to restore $351 million in FEMA funding for city flood projects. The Trump administration cut these grants, halting drainage upgrades and public housing protections. The matter summary: 'The state is now suing to restore $351 million in funding for projects aimed to upgrade drainage and protect public housing from flooding.' Attorney General Letitia James leads the suit. Mayor Eric Adams backs it. The funding loss threatens projects in Harlem, East Elmhurst, and NYCHA sites. While these upgrades could help street safety, the main goal is not active transportation. Vulnerable road users remain exposed.
- FEMA cuts threaten NYC’s ability to protect against future flash flooding, City & State NY, Published 2025-07-17
16
Woman Hit Crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect▸Jul 16 - A woman crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place with the signal was struck and injured. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The police report lists no driver errors or contributing factors.
A female pedestrian was struck while crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place in Brooklyn on July 16 at 6:05 p.m. She was crossing with the signal. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. Police recorded one involved vehicle with CT registration but did not provide a vehicle type or driver details such as sex, license status, or pre‑crash actions. The collision is logged under ID 4827971 in zip code 11213.
16
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
-
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Jul 16 - A woman crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place with the signal was struck and injured. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The police report lists no driver errors or contributing factors.
A female pedestrian was struck while crossing Utica Avenue at Prospect Place in Brooklyn on July 16 at 6:05 p.m. She was crossing with the signal. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. Police recorded one involved vehicle with CT registration but did not provide a vehicle type or driver details such as sex, license status, or pre‑crash actions. The collision is logged under ID 4827971 in zip code 11213.
16
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts▸Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
-
Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-16
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.
- Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts, New York Post, Published 2025-07-16
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
- Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-15