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 8
▸ Crush Injuries 6
▸ Severe Bleeding 5
▸ Severe Lacerations 2
▸ Concussion 4
▸ Whiplash 22
▸ Contusion/Bruise 96
▸ Abrasion 58
▸ Pain/Nausea 20
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 Bensonhurst
- 2024 Black Audi Sedan (LSA8015) – 81 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2024 Gray Ford Suburban (HXU7100) – 49 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2022 Gray Honda Sedan (LLU5265) – 47 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2024 Gray BMW Sedan (KTN5471) – 47 times • 2 in last 90d here
- 2025 Gl Land Rover Suburban (LRP8766) – 40 times • 1 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.
CloseBensonhurst crosswalks, broken bones, and the hours when the streets bite
Bensonhurst: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 25, 2025
The tally here is simple and cruel. Since 2022, Bensonhurst has logged 1,825 crashes, 999 injuries, and 5 deaths. Pedestrians took the brunt: 274 hurt and four killed. SUVs and cars led the harm, tied to 232 pedestrian injuries and two pedestrian deaths in the dataset’s rollup. These are not numbers. They are people who did not make it home. Source.
Two corners, too much blood
- A 76-year-old woman was struck and killed at 86th St and 18th Ave. The record notes “Traffic Control Disregarded.” She was at the intersection. She died. Crash record.
- At 19th Ave and 76th St, a 43-year-old woman crossing “with signal” was killed by an unlicensed e‑bike rider. The form lists “Traffic Control Disregarded” and “Failure to Yield Right‑of‑Way.” Crash record.
These deaths sit on a map already marked by harm. The neighborhood’s worst spots include 19 Avenue and Bay Parkway, with multiple deaths and scores of injuries.
The clock doesn’t care
Pain peaks in the late day. Injuries stack up after school and into the commute: 73 hurt at 4 p.m., 98 at 5 p.m., 67 at 6 p.m. Then the count stays high through the evening. Sirens at dinner. Sirens at dark. Hourly data.
What’s driving the hurt
The top coded factors in this area are mostly lumped as “other,” but the named ones tell a familiar story: inattention, failure to yield, and drivers blowing signals. Vulnerable road user “error” gets blamed on paper, but the bodies are the same. Local factors.
A year that got worse
Through this year to August 25, crashes rose to 321 from 289 last year, injuries to 210 from 156, serious injuries doubled to four. One more death. The line bends the wrong way. Year‑to‑date stats.
Fix the corners. Slow the turns.
Start where the hurt clusters. Daylight the crosswalks at 19th Ave and Bay Parkway. Ban parking at the mouths of the crosswalks and harden the turns so drivers must slow. The Council has a bill to ban standing or parking within 20 feet of crosswalks and to build daylighting barriers at scale; it’s laid over in committee, but it would clear the sight lines that keep people alive. Bill details. Add leading pedestrian intervals and concrete at the worst spots on 19 Avenue and Bay Parkway. Enforce failure‑to‑yield at the evening peaks. These are direct answers to what the sheets already show.
Citywide tools that save lives here
Albany gave the city the power to set lower limits. The city can make side streets 20 mph. Every mile per hour matters when steel meets flesh. Use it. And stop the repeat offenders. A state bill, S 4045, would force drivers who rack up violations to install speed‑limiting devices. Senator Steve Chan voted yes in committee. This is how you keep the worst drivers from killing again. Committee vote.
Voices from the record
“Criminal charges for him were still pending,” police told Gothamist after a driver hit a moped and killed the rider in Brooklyn. Two boroughs over, after a hit‑and‑run that dragged a man more than 50 feet, detectives said they were still looking for the driver and asked for tips. Gothamist and the Daily News both reported the plea.
The pattern is plain. The remedies exist. Slow the cars. Make the turns tight. Keep repeat speeders from speeding at all.
Take one step now. Tell City Hall to lower speeds and move the barriers into the street. Add your voice at Take Action.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes (Bensonhurst subset) - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-25
- Int 1138-2024 daylighting bill, laid over in committee, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-12-05
- S 4045: speed‑limiting devices for repeat violators, Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-12
- Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-05
- Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-04
- Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-03
Other Representatives
District 49
6904 Fort Hamilton Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11228
Room 523, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 43
6514 20th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11204
718-307-7151
250 Broadway, Suite 1841, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7045
District 17
6605 Fort Hamilton Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11219
Room 615, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Bensonhurst Bensonhurst sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 62, District 43, AD 49, SD 17, Brooklyn CB11.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Bensonhurst
26
Avilés Calls Adams Veto Misguided Backs Safety‑boosting Vending Reform▸Aug 26 - Mayor Adams vetoed a council push to decriminalize street vending. Vendors clustered on the narrow Brooklyn Bridge walkway. Crowding squeezes pedestrians, collides with cyclists and strollers, and can impede emergency movement, raising crash and injury risk.
""There are immense barriers to entry for the often working-class and immigrant New Yorkers that populate our city as street vendors,"" -- Alexa Avilés
Bill: City Council package to decriminalize street vending (file number not provided). Status: vetoed by Mayor Eric Adams (veto reported last month). Committee: Committee on Immigration, chaired by Council Member Alexa Aviles. Key dates: vendors observed Aug. 25, 2025; story published Aug. 26, 2025. The article ran under the headline, "Defying a NYC ban, illegal vending thrives on iconic Brooklyn Bridge this summer." Adams issued the veto. Aviles and supporters pushed the decriminalization package and criticized enforcement barriers. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez warned vendors impede pedestrian mobility. Safety analysts note: illegal vending clusters on the narrow walkway, reduces pedestrian space, creates conflicts with cyclists and strollers, and can impede emergency movement—raising crash and injury risk.
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Defying a NYC ban, illegal vending thrives on iconic Brooklyn Bridge this summer,
amny.com,
Published 2025-08-26
14
Pickup strikes cyclist at 21st and 64th▸Aug 14 - A southbound pickup hit a westbound cyclist at 21st Avenue and 64th Street in Brooklyn. The truck’s front end took damage. The rider was ejected and injured. Distraction and inexperience shadow the scene.
A GMC pickup traveling south on 21 Avenue struck a bicyclist heading west on 64 Street. The cyclist was ejected and suffered leg injuries. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Driver Inattention/Distraction” and “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.” Driver Inexperience also appears in the data. The truck showed center front-end damage, consistent with impact. The bicyclist is listed as injured; the pickup driver is listed with unspecified injury. After those driver failures, the report notes the cyclist wore a helmet.
6
Driver Ignored Control on 18 Ave; Pedestrian Killed▸Aug 6 - A 76-year-old woman died on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn after a driver disregarded traffic control and struck her in a marked crosswalk, inflicting fatal head injuries.
A 76-year-old woman was killed while crossing 18 Avenue at 86 Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. Police recorded "Traffic Control Disregarded" as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk when the impact struck her head. She suffered fatal head injuries and was pronounced dead. The report lists no other contributing factors. The vehicle is recorded as 'Standing S' and was traveling east. The report gives no further details about the driver. Police classified the victim's injury severity as fatal.
3
Driver in SUV Hits Man Crossing 18th Avenue▸Aug 3 - A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old man crossing 18th Avenue in Brooklyn. His leg broke. He went into shock. The driver kept straight. Police listed no cause for either party.
A driver in a Toyota SUV, traveling north on 18th Avenue near 8120 in Brooklyn, hit a 21-year-old man who was crossing. He suffered a fractured lower leg and shock. According to the police report, the driver was going straight and the point of impact was the center front end. Police listed 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both the driver and the pedestrian, and recorded no driver errors. The pedestrian was recorded as crossing away from an intersection. The SUV showed no damage.
2
Pickup driver hits e-bike on Bay Ridge Parkway▸Aug 2 - A driver in a pickup turned right on Bay Ridge Parkway at 16th Avenue and hit a woman on an e-bike going straight. She suffered a leg bruise. Police recorded following too closely and improper lane use by the driver.
A driver in a pickup turned right from Bay Ridge Parkway at 16th Avenue in Brooklyn and hit a 43-year-old woman on an e-bike who was going straight east. She was injured with a contusion to the lower leg. The pickup was driven by a 48-year-old man. According to the police report, the driver was "following too closely" and engaged in "passing or lane usage improper." Police recorded these driver errors as contributing factors. Both were traveling east before the turn. The truck’s right front quarter panel and the bike’s front were marked as points of impact. The crash occurred in the 62nd Precinct.
31
City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection▸Jul 31 - Crews tore out three blocks of Bedford’s protected bike lane. Barriers gone. Riders now face traffic, steel, and risk. The city moves the lane, strips its shield, leaves cyclists exposed.
NY1 reported on July 31, 2025, that city crews began removing a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue between Willoughby and Flushing. The lane, once shielded from traffic, will be replaced with an unprotected version. NY1 notes, 'The lane is being shifted from its current position next to the sidewalk to the other side of parked cars.' This change eliminates the physical barrier that separated cyclists from moving vehicles. The move raises questions about city policy and the safety of vulnerable road users on this busy Brooklyn stretch.
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City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-31
30
Sedan Lane Change Injures Motorcyclist on Bay Parkway▸Jul 30 - A driver in a sedan made an unsafe lane change on Bay Parkway and hit a motorcyclist. The 40‑year‑old rider suffered a distorted lower‑leg fracture and dislocation. Police listed 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.'
A driver in a sedan changed lanes and collided with a motorcycle on Bay Parkway at Stillwell Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcyclist, a 40‑year‑old man, suffered a distorted fracture and dislocation to the lower leg. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The injured rider's record also lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' Police recorded no injuries for the sedan occupant. The report notes the motorcycle's point of impact and lists unsafe lane changing as a driver error.
26
Sedan Strikes Child Crossing With Signal▸Jul 26 - A sedan hit a three-year-old girl in Brooklyn. She crossed with the signal. The car failed to yield. The child suffered leg injuries. Shock followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A three-year-old girl was hit by a sedan while crossing 81st Street at 17th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The girl suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, especially children, at city intersections.
24
Avilés Urges Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Street Fixes▸Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
"The Third Avenue corridor has been "persistently dangerous," said Avilés. "We have the tools to majorly reduce this violence, but it's up to the mayor's office to use them."" -- Alexa Avilés
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
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Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes,
BKReader,
Published 2025-07-24
23
Avilés Demands Investment Against Harmful Third Avenue Delay▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"I am here to stand with our community again, to call for real investment, to call for real earnest movement forward, and to really address some of the challenges, because there are real tensions with what this corridor is used for. What it takes is real political will and real capital investment." -- Alexa Avilés
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
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After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Moped Driver Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian▸Jul 18 - The moped driver hit a 55-year-old woman at Bay Parkway and 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic-control disregard by the driver.
"According to the police report, the moped driver failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic controls." A 55-year-old woman was struck by the moped as a pedestrian at Bay Parkway near 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as a contusion (bruise). The moped showed no damage in the report; the incident is logged under collision ID 4829768.
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
1
SUVs Collide on 78th Street, Driver Injured▸Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
1
Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review▸Jul 1 - A judge paused city plans to cut a protected bike lane after children were struck crossing. The lane, built after five pedestrian crashes, stays for now. Streets wait. Danger lingers.
NY1 reported on July 1, 2025, that a judge halted the city's move to remove a three-block section of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The city acted after 'incidents of children exiting school buses, crossing into the lane, and being hit by bikes.' The lane, stretching over two miles, was installed in 2024 following 'years of advocacy and five pedestrian incidents.' The hearing highlights ongoing conflict between street safety for cyclists and pedestrians, and the city's rapid policy shifts in response to crashes.
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Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-01
30Int 0857-2024
Avilés votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
24
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Injured on Bay Ridge Pkwy▸Jun 24 - A sedan turned right on Bay Ridge Parkway. An e-bike rider struck the car. The cyclist hit the ground. He suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely.
A crash on Bay Ridge Parkway at 20th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 32-year-old e-bike rider injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn collided with the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The cyclist suffered an abrasion and a shoulder injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or occupant. The crash highlights driver errors that put vulnerable road users at risk.
Aug 26 - Mayor Adams vetoed a council push to decriminalize street vending. Vendors clustered on the narrow Brooklyn Bridge walkway. Crowding squeezes pedestrians, collides with cyclists and strollers, and can impede emergency movement, raising crash and injury risk.
""There are immense barriers to entry for the often working-class and immigrant New Yorkers that populate our city as street vendors,"" -- Alexa Avilés
Bill: City Council package to decriminalize street vending (file number not provided). Status: vetoed by Mayor Eric Adams (veto reported last month). Committee: Committee on Immigration, chaired by Council Member Alexa Aviles. Key dates: vendors observed Aug. 25, 2025; story published Aug. 26, 2025. The article ran under the headline, "Defying a NYC ban, illegal vending thrives on iconic Brooklyn Bridge this summer." Adams issued the veto. Aviles and supporters pushed the decriminalization package and criticized enforcement barriers. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez warned vendors impede pedestrian mobility. Safety analysts note: illegal vending clusters on the narrow walkway, reduces pedestrian space, creates conflicts with cyclists and strollers, and can impede emergency movement—raising crash and injury risk.
- Defying a NYC ban, illegal vending thrives on iconic Brooklyn Bridge this summer, amny.com, Published 2025-08-26
14
Pickup strikes cyclist at 21st and 64th▸Aug 14 - A southbound pickup hit a westbound cyclist at 21st Avenue and 64th Street in Brooklyn. The truck’s front end took damage. The rider was ejected and injured. Distraction and inexperience shadow the scene.
A GMC pickup traveling south on 21 Avenue struck a bicyclist heading west on 64 Street. The cyclist was ejected and suffered leg injuries. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Driver Inattention/Distraction” and “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.” Driver Inexperience also appears in the data. The truck showed center front-end damage, consistent with impact. The bicyclist is listed as injured; the pickup driver is listed with unspecified injury. After those driver failures, the report notes the cyclist wore a helmet.
6
Driver Ignored Control on 18 Ave; Pedestrian Killed▸Aug 6 - A 76-year-old woman died on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn after a driver disregarded traffic control and struck her in a marked crosswalk, inflicting fatal head injuries.
A 76-year-old woman was killed while crossing 18 Avenue at 86 Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. Police recorded "Traffic Control Disregarded" as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk when the impact struck her head. She suffered fatal head injuries and was pronounced dead. The report lists no other contributing factors. The vehicle is recorded as 'Standing S' and was traveling east. The report gives no further details about the driver. Police classified the victim's injury severity as fatal.
3
Driver in SUV Hits Man Crossing 18th Avenue▸Aug 3 - A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old man crossing 18th Avenue in Brooklyn. His leg broke. He went into shock. The driver kept straight. Police listed no cause for either party.
A driver in a Toyota SUV, traveling north on 18th Avenue near 8120 in Brooklyn, hit a 21-year-old man who was crossing. He suffered a fractured lower leg and shock. According to the police report, the driver was going straight and the point of impact was the center front end. Police listed 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both the driver and the pedestrian, and recorded no driver errors. The pedestrian was recorded as crossing away from an intersection. The SUV showed no damage.
2
Pickup driver hits e-bike on Bay Ridge Parkway▸Aug 2 - A driver in a pickup turned right on Bay Ridge Parkway at 16th Avenue and hit a woman on an e-bike going straight. She suffered a leg bruise. Police recorded following too closely and improper lane use by the driver.
A driver in a pickup turned right from Bay Ridge Parkway at 16th Avenue in Brooklyn and hit a 43-year-old woman on an e-bike who was going straight east. She was injured with a contusion to the lower leg. The pickup was driven by a 48-year-old man. According to the police report, the driver was "following too closely" and engaged in "passing or lane usage improper." Police recorded these driver errors as contributing factors. Both were traveling east before the turn. The truck’s right front quarter panel and the bike’s front were marked as points of impact. The crash occurred in the 62nd Precinct.
31
City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection▸Jul 31 - Crews tore out three blocks of Bedford’s protected bike lane. Barriers gone. Riders now face traffic, steel, and risk. The city moves the lane, strips its shield, leaves cyclists exposed.
NY1 reported on July 31, 2025, that city crews began removing a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue between Willoughby and Flushing. The lane, once shielded from traffic, will be replaced with an unprotected version. NY1 notes, 'The lane is being shifted from its current position next to the sidewalk to the other side of parked cars.' This change eliminates the physical barrier that separated cyclists from moving vehicles. The move raises questions about city policy and the safety of vulnerable road users on this busy Brooklyn stretch.
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City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-31
30
Sedan Lane Change Injures Motorcyclist on Bay Parkway▸Jul 30 - A driver in a sedan made an unsafe lane change on Bay Parkway and hit a motorcyclist. The 40‑year‑old rider suffered a distorted lower‑leg fracture and dislocation. Police listed 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.'
A driver in a sedan changed lanes and collided with a motorcycle on Bay Parkway at Stillwell Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcyclist, a 40‑year‑old man, suffered a distorted fracture and dislocation to the lower leg. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The injured rider's record also lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' Police recorded no injuries for the sedan occupant. The report notes the motorcycle's point of impact and lists unsafe lane changing as a driver error.
26
Sedan Strikes Child Crossing With Signal▸Jul 26 - A sedan hit a three-year-old girl in Brooklyn. She crossed with the signal. The car failed to yield. The child suffered leg injuries. Shock followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A three-year-old girl was hit by a sedan while crossing 81st Street at 17th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The girl suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, especially children, at city intersections.
24
Avilés Urges Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Street Fixes▸Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
"The Third Avenue corridor has been "persistently dangerous," said Avilés. "We have the tools to majorly reduce this violence, but it's up to the mayor's office to use them."" -- Alexa Avilés
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
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Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes,
BKReader,
Published 2025-07-24
23
Avilés Demands Investment Against Harmful Third Avenue Delay▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"I am here to stand with our community again, to call for real investment, to call for real earnest movement forward, and to really address some of the challenges, because there are real tensions with what this corridor is used for. What it takes is real political will and real capital investment." -- Alexa Avilés
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
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After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Moped Driver Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian▸Jul 18 - The moped driver hit a 55-year-old woman at Bay Parkway and 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic-control disregard by the driver.
"According to the police report, the moped driver failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic controls." A 55-year-old woman was struck by the moped as a pedestrian at Bay Parkway near 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as a contusion (bruise). The moped showed no damage in the report; the incident is logged under collision ID 4829768.
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
1
SUVs Collide on 78th Street, Driver Injured▸Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
1
Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review▸Jul 1 - A judge paused city plans to cut a protected bike lane after children were struck crossing. The lane, built after five pedestrian crashes, stays for now. Streets wait. Danger lingers.
NY1 reported on July 1, 2025, that a judge halted the city's move to remove a three-block section of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The city acted after 'incidents of children exiting school buses, crossing into the lane, and being hit by bikes.' The lane, stretching over two miles, was installed in 2024 following 'years of advocacy and five pedestrian incidents.' The hearing highlights ongoing conflict between street safety for cyclists and pedestrians, and the city's rapid policy shifts in response to crashes.
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Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-01
30Int 0857-2024
Avilés votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
24
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Injured on Bay Ridge Pkwy▸Jun 24 - A sedan turned right on Bay Ridge Parkway. An e-bike rider struck the car. The cyclist hit the ground. He suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely.
A crash on Bay Ridge Parkway at 20th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 32-year-old e-bike rider injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn collided with the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The cyclist suffered an abrasion and a shoulder injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or occupant. The crash highlights driver errors that put vulnerable road users at risk.
Aug 14 - A southbound pickup hit a westbound cyclist at 21st Avenue and 64th Street in Brooklyn. The truck’s front end took damage. The rider was ejected and injured. Distraction and inexperience shadow the scene.
A GMC pickup traveling south on 21 Avenue struck a bicyclist heading west on 64 Street. The cyclist was ejected and suffered leg injuries. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Driver Inattention/Distraction” and “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.” Driver Inexperience also appears in the data. The truck showed center front-end damage, consistent with impact. The bicyclist is listed as injured; the pickup driver is listed with unspecified injury. After those driver failures, the report notes the cyclist wore a helmet.
6
Driver Ignored Control on 18 Ave; Pedestrian Killed▸Aug 6 - A 76-year-old woman died on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn after a driver disregarded traffic control and struck her in a marked crosswalk, inflicting fatal head injuries.
A 76-year-old woman was killed while crossing 18 Avenue at 86 Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. Police recorded "Traffic Control Disregarded" as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk when the impact struck her head. She suffered fatal head injuries and was pronounced dead. The report lists no other contributing factors. The vehicle is recorded as 'Standing S' and was traveling east. The report gives no further details about the driver. Police classified the victim's injury severity as fatal.
3
Driver in SUV Hits Man Crossing 18th Avenue▸Aug 3 - A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old man crossing 18th Avenue in Brooklyn. His leg broke. He went into shock. The driver kept straight. Police listed no cause for either party.
A driver in a Toyota SUV, traveling north on 18th Avenue near 8120 in Brooklyn, hit a 21-year-old man who was crossing. He suffered a fractured lower leg and shock. According to the police report, the driver was going straight and the point of impact was the center front end. Police listed 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both the driver and the pedestrian, and recorded no driver errors. The pedestrian was recorded as crossing away from an intersection. The SUV showed no damage.
2
Pickup driver hits e-bike on Bay Ridge Parkway▸Aug 2 - A driver in a pickup turned right on Bay Ridge Parkway at 16th Avenue and hit a woman on an e-bike going straight. She suffered a leg bruise. Police recorded following too closely and improper lane use by the driver.
A driver in a pickup turned right from Bay Ridge Parkway at 16th Avenue in Brooklyn and hit a 43-year-old woman on an e-bike who was going straight east. She was injured with a contusion to the lower leg. The pickup was driven by a 48-year-old man. According to the police report, the driver was "following too closely" and engaged in "passing or lane usage improper." Police recorded these driver errors as contributing factors. Both were traveling east before the turn. The truck’s right front quarter panel and the bike’s front were marked as points of impact. The crash occurred in the 62nd Precinct.
31
City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection▸Jul 31 - Crews tore out three blocks of Bedford’s protected bike lane. Barriers gone. Riders now face traffic, steel, and risk. The city moves the lane, strips its shield, leaves cyclists exposed.
NY1 reported on July 31, 2025, that city crews began removing a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue between Willoughby and Flushing. The lane, once shielded from traffic, will be replaced with an unprotected version. NY1 notes, 'The lane is being shifted from its current position next to the sidewalk to the other side of parked cars.' This change eliminates the physical barrier that separated cyclists from moving vehicles. The move raises questions about city policy and the safety of vulnerable road users on this busy Brooklyn stretch.
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City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-31
30
Sedan Lane Change Injures Motorcyclist on Bay Parkway▸Jul 30 - A driver in a sedan made an unsafe lane change on Bay Parkway and hit a motorcyclist. The 40‑year‑old rider suffered a distorted lower‑leg fracture and dislocation. Police listed 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.'
A driver in a sedan changed lanes and collided with a motorcycle on Bay Parkway at Stillwell Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcyclist, a 40‑year‑old man, suffered a distorted fracture and dislocation to the lower leg. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The injured rider's record also lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' Police recorded no injuries for the sedan occupant. The report notes the motorcycle's point of impact and lists unsafe lane changing as a driver error.
26
Sedan Strikes Child Crossing With Signal▸Jul 26 - A sedan hit a three-year-old girl in Brooklyn. She crossed with the signal. The car failed to yield. The child suffered leg injuries. Shock followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A three-year-old girl was hit by a sedan while crossing 81st Street at 17th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The girl suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, especially children, at city intersections.
24
Avilés Urges Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Street Fixes▸Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
"The Third Avenue corridor has been "persistently dangerous," said Avilés. "We have the tools to majorly reduce this violence, but it's up to the mayor's office to use them."" -- Alexa Avilés
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
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Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes,
BKReader,
Published 2025-07-24
23
Avilés Demands Investment Against Harmful Third Avenue Delay▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"I am here to stand with our community again, to call for real investment, to call for real earnest movement forward, and to really address some of the challenges, because there are real tensions with what this corridor is used for. What it takes is real political will and real capital investment." -- Alexa Avilés
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
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After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Moped Driver Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian▸Jul 18 - The moped driver hit a 55-year-old woman at Bay Parkway and 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic-control disregard by the driver.
"According to the police report, the moped driver failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic controls." A 55-year-old woman was struck by the moped as a pedestrian at Bay Parkway near 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as a contusion (bruise). The moped showed no damage in the report; the incident is logged under collision ID 4829768.
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
1
SUVs Collide on 78th Street, Driver Injured▸Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
1
Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review▸Jul 1 - A judge paused city plans to cut a protected bike lane after children were struck crossing. The lane, built after five pedestrian crashes, stays for now. Streets wait. Danger lingers.
NY1 reported on July 1, 2025, that a judge halted the city's move to remove a three-block section of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The city acted after 'incidents of children exiting school buses, crossing into the lane, and being hit by bikes.' The lane, stretching over two miles, was installed in 2024 following 'years of advocacy and five pedestrian incidents.' The hearing highlights ongoing conflict between street safety for cyclists and pedestrians, and the city's rapid policy shifts in response to crashes.
-
Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-01
30Int 0857-2024
Avilés votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
24
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Injured on Bay Ridge Pkwy▸Jun 24 - A sedan turned right on Bay Ridge Parkway. An e-bike rider struck the car. The cyclist hit the ground. He suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely.
A crash on Bay Ridge Parkway at 20th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 32-year-old e-bike rider injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn collided with the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The cyclist suffered an abrasion and a shoulder injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or occupant. The crash highlights driver errors that put vulnerable road users at risk.
Aug 6 - A 76-year-old woman died on 18 Avenue in Brooklyn after a driver disregarded traffic control and struck her in a marked crosswalk, inflicting fatal head injuries.
A 76-year-old woman was killed while crossing 18 Avenue at 86 Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. Police recorded "Traffic Control Disregarded" as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk when the impact struck her head. She suffered fatal head injuries and was pronounced dead. The report lists no other contributing factors. The vehicle is recorded as 'Standing S' and was traveling east. The report gives no further details about the driver. Police classified the victim's injury severity as fatal.
3
Driver in SUV Hits Man Crossing 18th Avenue▸Aug 3 - A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old man crossing 18th Avenue in Brooklyn. His leg broke. He went into shock. The driver kept straight. Police listed no cause for either party.
A driver in a Toyota SUV, traveling north on 18th Avenue near 8120 in Brooklyn, hit a 21-year-old man who was crossing. He suffered a fractured lower leg and shock. According to the police report, the driver was going straight and the point of impact was the center front end. Police listed 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both the driver and the pedestrian, and recorded no driver errors. The pedestrian was recorded as crossing away from an intersection. The SUV showed no damage.
2
Pickup driver hits e-bike on Bay Ridge Parkway▸Aug 2 - A driver in a pickup turned right on Bay Ridge Parkway at 16th Avenue and hit a woman on an e-bike going straight. She suffered a leg bruise. Police recorded following too closely and improper lane use by the driver.
A driver in a pickup turned right from Bay Ridge Parkway at 16th Avenue in Brooklyn and hit a 43-year-old woman on an e-bike who was going straight east. She was injured with a contusion to the lower leg. The pickup was driven by a 48-year-old man. According to the police report, the driver was "following too closely" and engaged in "passing or lane usage improper." Police recorded these driver errors as contributing factors. Both were traveling east before the turn. The truck’s right front quarter panel and the bike’s front were marked as points of impact. The crash occurred in the 62nd Precinct.
31
City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection▸Jul 31 - Crews tore out three blocks of Bedford’s protected bike lane. Barriers gone. Riders now face traffic, steel, and risk. The city moves the lane, strips its shield, leaves cyclists exposed.
NY1 reported on July 31, 2025, that city crews began removing a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue between Willoughby and Flushing. The lane, once shielded from traffic, will be replaced with an unprotected version. NY1 notes, 'The lane is being shifted from its current position next to the sidewalk to the other side of parked cars.' This change eliminates the physical barrier that separated cyclists from moving vehicles. The move raises questions about city policy and the safety of vulnerable road users on this busy Brooklyn stretch.
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City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-31
30
Sedan Lane Change Injures Motorcyclist on Bay Parkway▸Jul 30 - A driver in a sedan made an unsafe lane change on Bay Parkway and hit a motorcyclist. The 40‑year‑old rider suffered a distorted lower‑leg fracture and dislocation. Police listed 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.'
A driver in a sedan changed lanes and collided with a motorcycle on Bay Parkway at Stillwell Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcyclist, a 40‑year‑old man, suffered a distorted fracture and dislocation to the lower leg. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The injured rider's record also lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' Police recorded no injuries for the sedan occupant. The report notes the motorcycle's point of impact and lists unsafe lane changing as a driver error.
26
Sedan Strikes Child Crossing With Signal▸Jul 26 - A sedan hit a three-year-old girl in Brooklyn. She crossed with the signal. The car failed to yield. The child suffered leg injuries. Shock followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A three-year-old girl was hit by a sedan while crossing 81st Street at 17th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The girl suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, especially children, at city intersections.
24
Avilés Urges Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Street Fixes▸Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
"The Third Avenue corridor has been "persistently dangerous," said Avilés. "We have the tools to majorly reduce this violence, but it's up to the mayor's office to use them."" -- Alexa Avilés
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
-
Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes,
BKReader,
Published 2025-07-24
23
Avilés Demands Investment Against Harmful Third Avenue Delay▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"I am here to stand with our community again, to call for real investment, to call for real earnest movement forward, and to really address some of the challenges, because there are real tensions with what this corridor is used for. What it takes is real political will and real capital investment." -- Alexa Avilés
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Moped Driver Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian▸Jul 18 - The moped driver hit a 55-year-old woman at Bay Parkway and 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic-control disregard by the driver.
"According to the police report, the moped driver failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic controls." A 55-year-old woman was struck by the moped as a pedestrian at Bay Parkway near 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as a contusion (bruise). The moped showed no damage in the report; the incident is logged under collision ID 4829768.
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
1
SUVs Collide on 78th Street, Driver Injured▸Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
1
Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review▸Jul 1 - A judge paused city plans to cut a protected bike lane after children were struck crossing. The lane, built after five pedestrian crashes, stays for now. Streets wait. Danger lingers.
NY1 reported on July 1, 2025, that a judge halted the city's move to remove a three-block section of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The city acted after 'incidents of children exiting school buses, crossing into the lane, and being hit by bikes.' The lane, stretching over two miles, was installed in 2024 following 'years of advocacy and five pedestrian incidents.' The hearing highlights ongoing conflict between street safety for cyclists and pedestrians, and the city's rapid policy shifts in response to crashes.
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Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-01
30Int 0857-2024
Avilés votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
24
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Injured on Bay Ridge Pkwy▸Jun 24 - A sedan turned right on Bay Ridge Parkway. An e-bike rider struck the car. The cyclist hit the ground. He suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely.
A crash on Bay Ridge Parkway at 20th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 32-year-old e-bike rider injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn collided with the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The cyclist suffered an abrasion and a shoulder injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or occupant. The crash highlights driver errors that put vulnerable road users at risk.
Aug 3 - A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old man crossing 18th Avenue in Brooklyn. His leg broke. He went into shock. The driver kept straight. Police listed no cause for either party.
A driver in a Toyota SUV, traveling north on 18th Avenue near 8120 in Brooklyn, hit a 21-year-old man who was crossing. He suffered a fractured lower leg and shock. According to the police report, the driver was going straight and the point of impact was the center front end. Police listed 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both the driver and the pedestrian, and recorded no driver errors. The pedestrian was recorded as crossing away from an intersection. The SUV showed no damage.
2
Pickup driver hits e-bike on Bay Ridge Parkway▸Aug 2 - A driver in a pickup turned right on Bay Ridge Parkway at 16th Avenue and hit a woman on an e-bike going straight. She suffered a leg bruise. Police recorded following too closely and improper lane use by the driver.
A driver in a pickup turned right from Bay Ridge Parkway at 16th Avenue in Brooklyn and hit a 43-year-old woman on an e-bike who was going straight east. She was injured with a contusion to the lower leg. The pickup was driven by a 48-year-old man. According to the police report, the driver was "following too closely" and engaged in "passing or lane usage improper." Police recorded these driver errors as contributing factors. Both were traveling east before the turn. The truck’s right front quarter panel and the bike’s front were marked as points of impact. The crash occurred in the 62nd Precinct.
31
City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection▸Jul 31 - Crews tore out three blocks of Bedford’s protected bike lane. Barriers gone. Riders now face traffic, steel, and risk. The city moves the lane, strips its shield, leaves cyclists exposed.
NY1 reported on July 31, 2025, that city crews began removing a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue between Willoughby and Flushing. The lane, once shielded from traffic, will be replaced with an unprotected version. NY1 notes, 'The lane is being shifted from its current position next to the sidewalk to the other side of parked cars.' This change eliminates the physical barrier that separated cyclists from moving vehicles. The move raises questions about city policy and the safety of vulnerable road users on this busy Brooklyn stretch.
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City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-31
30
Sedan Lane Change Injures Motorcyclist on Bay Parkway▸Jul 30 - A driver in a sedan made an unsafe lane change on Bay Parkway and hit a motorcyclist. The 40‑year‑old rider suffered a distorted lower‑leg fracture and dislocation. Police listed 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.'
A driver in a sedan changed lanes and collided with a motorcycle on Bay Parkway at Stillwell Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcyclist, a 40‑year‑old man, suffered a distorted fracture and dislocation to the lower leg. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The injured rider's record also lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' Police recorded no injuries for the sedan occupant. The report notes the motorcycle's point of impact and lists unsafe lane changing as a driver error.
26
Sedan Strikes Child Crossing With Signal▸Jul 26 - A sedan hit a three-year-old girl in Brooklyn. She crossed with the signal. The car failed to yield. The child suffered leg injuries. Shock followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A three-year-old girl was hit by a sedan while crossing 81st Street at 17th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The girl suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, especially children, at city intersections.
24
Avilés Urges Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Street Fixes▸Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
"The Third Avenue corridor has been "persistently dangerous," said Avilés. "We have the tools to majorly reduce this violence, but it's up to the mayor's office to use them."" -- Alexa Avilés
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
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Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes,
BKReader,
Published 2025-07-24
23
Avilés Demands Investment Against Harmful Third Avenue Delay▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"I am here to stand with our community again, to call for real investment, to call for real earnest movement forward, and to really address some of the challenges, because there are real tensions with what this corridor is used for. What it takes is real political will and real capital investment." -- Alexa Avilés
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
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After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Moped Driver Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian▸Jul 18 - The moped driver hit a 55-year-old woman at Bay Parkway and 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic-control disregard by the driver.
"According to the police report, the moped driver failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic controls." A 55-year-old woman was struck by the moped as a pedestrian at Bay Parkway near 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as a contusion (bruise). The moped showed no damage in the report; the incident is logged under collision ID 4829768.
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
1
SUVs Collide on 78th Street, Driver Injured▸Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
1
Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review▸Jul 1 - A judge paused city plans to cut a protected bike lane after children were struck crossing. The lane, built after five pedestrian crashes, stays for now. Streets wait. Danger lingers.
NY1 reported on July 1, 2025, that a judge halted the city's move to remove a three-block section of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The city acted after 'incidents of children exiting school buses, crossing into the lane, and being hit by bikes.' The lane, stretching over two miles, was installed in 2024 following 'years of advocacy and five pedestrian incidents.' The hearing highlights ongoing conflict between street safety for cyclists and pedestrians, and the city's rapid policy shifts in response to crashes.
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Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-01
30Int 0857-2024
Avilés votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
24
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Injured on Bay Ridge Pkwy▸Jun 24 - A sedan turned right on Bay Ridge Parkway. An e-bike rider struck the car. The cyclist hit the ground. He suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely.
A crash on Bay Ridge Parkway at 20th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 32-year-old e-bike rider injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn collided with the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The cyclist suffered an abrasion and a shoulder injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or occupant. The crash highlights driver errors that put vulnerable road users at risk.
Aug 2 - A driver in a pickup turned right on Bay Ridge Parkway at 16th Avenue and hit a woman on an e-bike going straight. She suffered a leg bruise. Police recorded following too closely and improper lane use by the driver.
A driver in a pickup turned right from Bay Ridge Parkway at 16th Avenue in Brooklyn and hit a 43-year-old woman on an e-bike who was going straight east. She was injured with a contusion to the lower leg. The pickup was driven by a 48-year-old man. According to the police report, the driver was "following too closely" and engaged in "passing or lane usage improper." Police recorded these driver errors as contributing factors. Both were traveling east before the turn. The truck’s right front quarter panel and the bike’s front were marked as points of impact. The crash occurred in the 62nd Precinct.
31
City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection▸Jul 31 - Crews tore out three blocks of Bedford’s protected bike lane. Barriers gone. Riders now face traffic, steel, and risk. The city moves the lane, strips its shield, leaves cyclists exposed.
NY1 reported on July 31, 2025, that city crews began removing a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue between Willoughby and Flushing. The lane, once shielded from traffic, will be replaced with an unprotected version. NY1 notes, 'The lane is being shifted from its current position next to the sidewalk to the other side of parked cars.' This change eliminates the physical barrier that separated cyclists from moving vehicles. The move raises questions about city policy and the safety of vulnerable road users on this busy Brooklyn stretch.
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City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-31
30
Sedan Lane Change Injures Motorcyclist on Bay Parkway▸Jul 30 - A driver in a sedan made an unsafe lane change on Bay Parkway and hit a motorcyclist. The 40‑year‑old rider suffered a distorted lower‑leg fracture and dislocation. Police listed 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.'
A driver in a sedan changed lanes and collided with a motorcycle on Bay Parkway at Stillwell Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcyclist, a 40‑year‑old man, suffered a distorted fracture and dislocation to the lower leg. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The injured rider's record also lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' Police recorded no injuries for the sedan occupant. The report notes the motorcycle's point of impact and lists unsafe lane changing as a driver error.
26
Sedan Strikes Child Crossing With Signal▸Jul 26 - A sedan hit a three-year-old girl in Brooklyn. She crossed with the signal. The car failed to yield. The child suffered leg injuries. Shock followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A three-year-old girl was hit by a sedan while crossing 81st Street at 17th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The girl suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, especially children, at city intersections.
24
Avilés Urges Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Street Fixes▸Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
"The Third Avenue corridor has been "persistently dangerous," said Avilés. "We have the tools to majorly reduce this violence, but it's up to the mayor's office to use them."" -- Alexa Avilés
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
-
Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes,
BKReader,
Published 2025-07-24
23
Avilés Demands Investment Against Harmful Third Avenue Delay▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"I am here to stand with our community again, to call for real investment, to call for real earnest movement forward, and to really address some of the challenges, because there are real tensions with what this corridor is used for. What it takes is real political will and real capital investment." -- Alexa Avilés
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
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After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Moped Driver Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian▸Jul 18 - The moped driver hit a 55-year-old woman at Bay Parkway and 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic-control disregard by the driver.
"According to the police report, the moped driver failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic controls." A 55-year-old woman was struck by the moped as a pedestrian at Bay Parkway near 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as a contusion (bruise). The moped showed no damage in the report; the incident is logged under collision ID 4829768.
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
1
SUVs Collide on 78th Street, Driver Injured▸Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
1
Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review▸Jul 1 - A judge paused city plans to cut a protected bike lane after children were struck crossing. The lane, built after five pedestrian crashes, stays for now. Streets wait. Danger lingers.
NY1 reported on July 1, 2025, that a judge halted the city's move to remove a three-block section of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The city acted after 'incidents of children exiting school buses, crossing into the lane, and being hit by bikes.' The lane, stretching over two miles, was installed in 2024 following 'years of advocacy and five pedestrian incidents.' The hearing highlights ongoing conflict between street safety for cyclists and pedestrians, and the city's rapid policy shifts in response to crashes.
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Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-01
30Int 0857-2024
Avilés votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
24
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Injured on Bay Ridge Pkwy▸Jun 24 - A sedan turned right on Bay Ridge Parkway. An e-bike rider struck the car. The cyclist hit the ground. He suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely.
A crash on Bay Ridge Parkway at 20th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 32-year-old e-bike rider injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn collided with the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The cyclist suffered an abrasion and a shoulder injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or occupant. The crash highlights driver errors that put vulnerable road users at risk.
Jul 31 - Crews tore out three blocks of Bedford’s protected bike lane. Barriers gone. Riders now face traffic, steel, and risk. The city moves the lane, strips its shield, leaves cyclists exposed.
NY1 reported on July 31, 2025, that city crews began removing a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue between Willoughby and Flushing. The lane, once shielded from traffic, will be replaced with an unprotected version. NY1 notes, 'The lane is being shifted from its current position next to the sidewalk to the other side of parked cars.' This change eliminates the physical barrier that separated cyclists from moving vehicles. The move raises questions about city policy and the safety of vulnerable road users on this busy Brooklyn stretch.
- City Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Protection, NY1, Published 2025-07-31
30
Sedan Lane Change Injures Motorcyclist on Bay Parkway▸Jul 30 - A driver in a sedan made an unsafe lane change on Bay Parkway and hit a motorcyclist. The 40‑year‑old rider suffered a distorted lower‑leg fracture and dislocation. Police listed 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.'
A driver in a sedan changed lanes and collided with a motorcycle on Bay Parkway at Stillwell Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcyclist, a 40‑year‑old man, suffered a distorted fracture and dislocation to the lower leg. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The injured rider's record also lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' Police recorded no injuries for the sedan occupant. The report notes the motorcycle's point of impact and lists unsafe lane changing as a driver error.
26
Sedan Strikes Child Crossing With Signal▸Jul 26 - A sedan hit a three-year-old girl in Brooklyn. She crossed with the signal. The car failed to yield. The child suffered leg injuries. Shock followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A three-year-old girl was hit by a sedan while crossing 81st Street at 17th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The girl suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, especially children, at city intersections.
24
Avilés Urges Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Street Fixes▸Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
"The Third Avenue corridor has been "persistently dangerous," said Avilés. "We have the tools to majorly reduce this violence, but it's up to the mayor's office to use them."" -- Alexa Avilés
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
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Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes,
BKReader,
Published 2025-07-24
23
Avilés Demands Investment Against Harmful Third Avenue Delay▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"I am here to stand with our community again, to call for real investment, to call for real earnest movement forward, and to really address some of the challenges, because there are real tensions with what this corridor is used for. What it takes is real political will and real capital investment." -- Alexa Avilés
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
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After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Moped Driver Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian▸Jul 18 - The moped driver hit a 55-year-old woman at Bay Parkway and 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic-control disregard by the driver.
"According to the police report, the moped driver failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic controls." A 55-year-old woman was struck by the moped as a pedestrian at Bay Parkway near 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as a contusion (bruise). The moped showed no damage in the report; the incident is logged under collision ID 4829768.
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
1
SUVs Collide on 78th Street, Driver Injured▸Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
1
Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review▸Jul 1 - A judge paused city plans to cut a protected bike lane after children were struck crossing. The lane, built after five pedestrian crashes, stays for now. Streets wait. Danger lingers.
NY1 reported on July 1, 2025, that a judge halted the city's move to remove a three-block section of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The city acted after 'incidents of children exiting school buses, crossing into the lane, and being hit by bikes.' The lane, stretching over two miles, was installed in 2024 following 'years of advocacy and five pedestrian incidents.' The hearing highlights ongoing conflict between street safety for cyclists and pedestrians, and the city's rapid policy shifts in response to crashes.
-
Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-01
30Int 0857-2024
Avilés votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
24
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Injured on Bay Ridge Pkwy▸Jun 24 - A sedan turned right on Bay Ridge Parkway. An e-bike rider struck the car. The cyclist hit the ground. He suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely.
A crash on Bay Ridge Parkway at 20th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 32-year-old e-bike rider injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn collided with the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The cyclist suffered an abrasion and a shoulder injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or occupant. The crash highlights driver errors that put vulnerable road users at risk.
Jul 30 - A driver in a sedan made an unsafe lane change on Bay Parkway and hit a motorcyclist. The 40‑year‑old rider suffered a distorted lower‑leg fracture and dislocation. Police listed 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.'
A driver in a sedan changed lanes and collided with a motorcycle on Bay Parkway at Stillwell Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcyclist, a 40‑year‑old man, suffered a distorted fracture and dislocation to the lower leg. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The injured rider's record also lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' Police recorded no injuries for the sedan occupant. The report notes the motorcycle's point of impact and lists unsafe lane changing as a driver error.
26
Sedan Strikes Child Crossing With Signal▸Jul 26 - A sedan hit a three-year-old girl in Brooklyn. She crossed with the signal. The car failed to yield. The child suffered leg injuries. Shock followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A three-year-old girl was hit by a sedan while crossing 81st Street at 17th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The girl suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, especially children, at city intersections.
24
Avilés Urges Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Street Fixes▸Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
"The Third Avenue corridor has been "persistently dangerous," said Avilés. "We have the tools to majorly reduce this violence, but it's up to the mayor's office to use them."" -- Alexa Avilés
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
-
Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes,
BKReader,
Published 2025-07-24
23
Avilés Demands Investment Against Harmful Third Avenue Delay▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"I am here to stand with our community again, to call for real investment, to call for real earnest movement forward, and to really address some of the challenges, because there are real tensions with what this corridor is used for. What it takes is real political will and real capital investment." -- Alexa Avilés
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Moped Driver Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian▸Jul 18 - The moped driver hit a 55-year-old woman at Bay Parkway and 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic-control disregard by the driver.
"According to the police report, the moped driver failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic controls." A 55-year-old woman was struck by the moped as a pedestrian at Bay Parkway near 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as a contusion (bruise). The moped showed no damage in the report; the incident is logged under collision ID 4829768.
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
-
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
-
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
1
SUVs Collide on 78th Street, Driver Injured▸Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
1
Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review▸Jul 1 - A judge paused city plans to cut a protected bike lane after children were struck crossing. The lane, built after five pedestrian crashes, stays for now. Streets wait. Danger lingers.
NY1 reported on July 1, 2025, that a judge halted the city's move to remove a three-block section of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The city acted after 'incidents of children exiting school buses, crossing into the lane, and being hit by bikes.' The lane, stretching over two miles, was installed in 2024 following 'years of advocacy and five pedestrian incidents.' The hearing highlights ongoing conflict between street safety for cyclists and pedestrians, and the city's rapid policy shifts in response to crashes.
-
Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-01
30Int 0857-2024
Avilés votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
-
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
24
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Injured on Bay Ridge Pkwy▸Jun 24 - A sedan turned right on Bay Ridge Parkway. An e-bike rider struck the car. The cyclist hit the ground. He suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely.
A crash on Bay Ridge Parkway at 20th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 32-year-old e-bike rider injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn collided with the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The cyclist suffered an abrasion and a shoulder injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or occupant. The crash highlights driver errors that put vulnerable road users at risk.
Jul 26 - A sedan hit a three-year-old girl in Brooklyn. She crossed with the signal. The car failed to yield. The child suffered leg injuries. Shock followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A three-year-old girl was hit by a sedan while crossing 81st Street at 17th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The girl suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, especially children, at city intersections.
24
Avilés Urges Safety‑Boosting Third Avenue Street Fixes▸Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
"The Third Avenue corridor has been "persistently dangerous," said Avilés. "We have the tools to majorly reduce this violence, but it's up to the mayor's office to use them."" -- Alexa Avilés
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
-
Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes,
BKReader,
Published 2025-07-24
23
Avilés Demands Investment Against Harmful Third Avenue Delay▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"I am here to stand with our community again, to call for real investment, to call for real earnest movement forward, and to really address some of the challenges, because there are real tensions with what this corridor is used for. What it takes is real political will and real capital investment." -- Alexa Avilés
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
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After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Moped Driver Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian▸Jul 18 - The moped driver hit a 55-year-old woman at Bay Parkway and 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic-control disregard by the driver.
"According to the police report, the moped driver failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic controls." A 55-year-old woman was struck by the moped as a pedestrian at Bay Parkway near 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as a contusion (bruise). The moped showed no damage in the report; the incident is logged under collision ID 4829768.
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
1
SUVs Collide on 78th Street, Driver Injured▸Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
1
Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review▸Jul 1 - A judge paused city plans to cut a protected bike lane after children were struck crossing. The lane, built after five pedestrian crashes, stays for now. Streets wait. Danger lingers.
NY1 reported on July 1, 2025, that a judge halted the city's move to remove a three-block section of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The city acted after 'incidents of children exiting school buses, crossing into the lane, and being hit by bikes.' The lane, stretching over two miles, was installed in 2024 following 'years of advocacy and five pedestrian incidents.' The hearing highlights ongoing conflict between street safety for cyclists and pedestrians, and the city's rapid policy shifts in response to crashes.
-
Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-01
30Int 0857-2024
Avilés votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
24
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Injured on Bay Ridge Pkwy▸Jun 24 - A sedan turned right on Bay Ridge Parkway. An e-bike rider struck the car. The cyclist hit the ground. He suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely.
A crash on Bay Ridge Parkway at 20th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 32-year-old e-bike rider injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn collided with the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The cyclist suffered an abrasion and a shoulder injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or occupant. The crash highlights driver errors that put vulnerable road users at risk.
Jul 24 - Eighty dead or maimed on Third Avenue since 2018. Sunset Park stands up. Residents, officials, and advocates demand the city end delays. No fixes yet. Danger remains.
"The Third Avenue corridor has been "persistently dangerous," said Avilés. "We have the tools to majorly reduce this violence, but it's up to the mayor's office to use them."" -- Alexa Avilés
On July 24, 2025, Sunset Park residents, Council Member Alexa Avilés, Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes, Senator Andrew Gounardes, and advocates rallied for urgent street safety fixes on Third Avenue. BKReader reports: 'Fatalities on Third Avenue...are preventable with safety upgrades.' The Department of Transportation's plan has stalled for two years. Avilés called the corridor 'persistently dangerous.' Gounardes said, 'We know how to fix it: safer street design.' No council bill or committee is listed. The event shows strong community demand, but no policy action has been taken. As of now, there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety.
- Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes, BKReader, Published 2025-07-24
23
Avilés Demands Investment Against Harmful Third Avenue Delay▸Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"I am here to stand with our community again, to call for real investment, to call for real earnest movement forward, and to really address some of the challenges, because there are real tensions with what this corridor is used for. What it takes is real political will and real capital investment." -- Alexa Avilés
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Moped Driver Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian▸Jul 18 - The moped driver hit a 55-year-old woman at Bay Parkway and 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic-control disregard by the driver.
"According to the police report, the moped driver failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic controls." A 55-year-old woman was struck by the moped as a pedestrian at Bay Parkway near 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as a contusion (bruise). The moped showed no damage in the report; the incident is logged under collision ID 4829768.
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
-
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
-
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
1
SUVs Collide on 78th Street, Driver Injured▸Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
1
Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review▸Jul 1 - A judge paused city plans to cut a protected bike lane after children were struck crossing. The lane, built after five pedestrian crashes, stays for now. Streets wait. Danger lingers.
NY1 reported on July 1, 2025, that a judge halted the city's move to remove a three-block section of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The city acted after 'incidents of children exiting school buses, crossing into the lane, and being hit by bikes.' The lane, stretching over two miles, was installed in 2024 following 'years of advocacy and five pedestrian incidents.' The hearing highlights ongoing conflict between street safety for cyclists and pedestrians, and the city's rapid policy shifts in response to crashes.
-
Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-01
30Int 0857-2024
Avilés votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
-
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
24
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Injured on Bay Ridge Pkwy▸Jun 24 - A sedan turned right on Bay Ridge Parkway. An e-bike rider struck the car. The cyclist hit the ground. He suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely.
A crash on Bay Ridge Parkway at 20th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 32-year-old e-bike rider injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn collided with the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The cyclist suffered an abrasion and a shoulder injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or occupant. The crash highlights driver errors that put vulnerable road users at risk.
Jul 23 - Two pedestrians killed. Advocates and local leaders demand action. City stalls. Third Avenue stays deadly. Anger and grief fill Sunset Park.
"I am here to stand with our community again, to call for real investment, to call for real earnest movement forward, and to really address some of the challenges, because there are real tensions with what this corridor is used for. What it takes is real political will and real capital investment." -- Alexa Avilés
On July 23, 2025, local politicians and advocates rallied at 60th Street and Third Avenue, Sunset Park. They condemned the Adams administration's delay of a DOT safety plan, approved by Community Board 7 in 2023, after a hit-and-run killed two pedestrians. Council Member Alexa Avilés called for real investment. Elizabeth Adams of Transportation Alternatives called the delay 'unconscionable.' State Sen Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Marcela Mitaynes demanded urgent redesign. The rally's matter: 'demanding the Adams administration implement traffic safety measures on Third Avenue.' Safety analysts note: public rallies like this can push systemic changes, making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
- After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan, Brooklyn Paper, Published 2025-07-23
18
Moped Driver Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian▸Jul 18 - The moped driver hit a 55-year-old woman at Bay Parkway and 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic-control disregard by the driver.
"According to the police report, the moped driver failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic controls." A 55-year-old woman was struck by the moped as a pedestrian at Bay Parkway near 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as a contusion (bruise). The moped showed no damage in the report; the incident is logged under collision ID 4829768.
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
-
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
-
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
1
SUVs Collide on 78th Street, Driver Injured▸Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
1
Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review▸Jul 1 - A judge paused city plans to cut a protected bike lane after children were struck crossing. The lane, built after five pedestrian crashes, stays for now. Streets wait. Danger lingers.
NY1 reported on July 1, 2025, that a judge halted the city's move to remove a three-block section of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The city acted after 'incidents of children exiting school buses, crossing into the lane, and being hit by bikes.' The lane, stretching over two miles, was installed in 2024 following 'years of advocacy and five pedestrian incidents.' The hearing highlights ongoing conflict between street safety for cyclists and pedestrians, and the city's rapid policy shifts in response to crashes.
-
Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-01
30Int 0857-2024
Avilés votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
-
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
24
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Injured on Bay Ridge Pkwy▸Jun 24 - A sedan turned right on Bay Ridge Parkway. An e-bike rider struck the car. The cyclist hit the ground. He suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely.
A crash on Bay Ridge Parkway at 20th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 32-year-old e-bike rider injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn collided with the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The cyclist suffered an abrasion and a shoulder injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or occupant. The crash highlights driver errors that put vulnerable road users at risk.
Jul 18 - The moped driver hit a 55-year-old woman at Bay Parkway and 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious. Police recorded failure to yield and traffic-control disregard by the driver.
"According to the police report, the moped driver failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic controls." A 55-year-old woman was struck by the moped as a pedestrian at Bay Parkway near 66th Street in Brooklyn. She suffered a contusion to her upper arm and shoulder and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as a contusion (bruise). The moped showed no damage in the report; the incident is logged under collision ID 4829768.
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
-
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
-
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
1
SUVs Collide on 78th Street, Driver Injured▸Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
1
Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review▸Jul 1 - A judge paused city plans to cut a protected bike lane after children were struck crossing. The lane, built after five pedestrian crashes, stays for now. Streets wait. Danger lingers.
NY1 reported on July 1, 2025, that a judge halted the city's move to remove a three-block section of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The city acted after 'incidents of children exiting school buses, crossing into the lane, and being hit by bikes.' The lane, stretching over two miles, was installed in 2024 following 'years of advocacy and five pedestrian incidents.' The hearing highlights ongoing conflict between street safety for cyclists and pedestrians, and the city's rapid policy shifts in response to crashes.
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Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-01
30Int 0857-2024
Avilés votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
-
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
24
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Injured on Bay Ridge Pkwy▸Jun 24 - A sedan turned right on Bay Ridge Parkway. An e-bike rider struck the car. The cyclist hit the ground. He suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely.
A crash on Bay Ridge Parkway at 20th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 32-year-old e-bike rider injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn collided with the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The cyclist suffered an abrasion and a shoulder injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or occupant. The crash highlights driver errors that put vulnerable road users at risk.
Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
- Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-18
12
Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
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Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-07-12
1
SUVs Collide on 78th Street, Driver Injured▸Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
1
Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review▸Jul 1 - A judge paused city plans to cut a protected bike lane after children were struck crossing. The lane, built after five pedestrian crashes, stays for now. Streets wait. Danger lingers.
NY1 reported on July 1, 2025, that a judge halted the city's move to remove a three-block section of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The city acted after 'incidents of children exiting school buses, crossing into the lane, and being hit by bikes.' The lane, stretching over two miles, was installed in 2024 following 'years of advocacy and five pedestrian incidents.' The hearing highlights ongoing conflict between street safety for cyclists and pedestrians, and the city's rapid policy shifts in response to crashes.
-
Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-01
30Int 0857-2024
Avilés votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
-
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
24
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Injured on Bay Ridge Pkwy▸Jun 24 - A sedan turned right on Bay Ridge Parkway. An e-bike rider struck the car. The cyclist hit the ground. He suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely.
A crash on Bay Ridge Parkway at 20th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 32-year-old e-bike rider injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn collided with the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The cyclist suffered an abrasion and a shoulder injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or occupant. The crash highlights driver errors that put vulnerable road users at risk.
Jul 12 - A crash on Lincoln Avenue turned brutal. One driver struck another with a metal object. The victim landed in the hospital. The assailant fled in a black car. Police hunt for answers.
According to amny (2025-07-12), a traffic crash on Lincoln Avenue in Cypress Hills escalated when a driver "pulled out a metal object and repeatedly struck the victim about the head and body." The victim, 36, was hospitalized in stable condition. The assailant fled in a black vehicle. NYPD released video of the suspect, seeking public help. The incident highlights how post-crash confrontations can turn violent, raising questions about conflict de-escalation and the need for safer streets.
- Driver Attacks Man After Brooklyn Crash, amny, Published 2025-07-12
1
SUVs Collide on 78th Street, Driver Injured▸Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
1
Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review▸Jul 1 - A judge paused city plans to cut a protected bike lane after children were struck crossing. The lane, built after five pedestrian crashes, stays for now. Streets wait. Danger lingers.
NY1 reported on July 1, 2025, that a judge halted the city's move to remove a three-block section of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The city acted after 'incidents of children exiting school buses, crossing into the lane, and being hit by bikes.' The lane, stretching over two miles, was installed in 2024 following 'years of advocacy and five pedestrian incidents.' The hearing highlights ongoing conflict between street safety for cyclists and pedestrians, and the city's rapid policy shifts in response to crashes.
-
Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-01
30Int 0857-2024
Avilés votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
-
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
24
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Injured on Bay Ridge Pkwy▸Jun 24 - A sedan turned right on Bay Ridge Parkway. An e-bike rider struck the car. The cyclist hit the ground. He suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely.
A crash on Bay Ridge Parkway at 20th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 32-year-old e-bike rider injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn collided with the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The cyclist suffered an abrasion and a shoulder injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or occupant. The crash highlights driver errors that put vulnerable road users at risk.
Jul 1 - Two SUVs crashed on 78th Street in Brooklyn. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets failed the people inside.
Two station wagons collided on 78th Street near New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered a head injury. The crash involved two licensed drivers, both men, each operating an SUV. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash left one person injured and others shaken, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
1
Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review▸Jul 1 - A judge paused city plans to cut a protected bike lane after children were struck crossing. The lane, built after five pedestrian crashes, stays for now. Streets wait. Danger lingers.
NY1 reported on July 1, 2025, that a judge halted the city's move to remove a three-block section of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The city acted after 'incidents of children exiting school buses, crossing into the lane, and being hit by bikes.' The lane, stretching over two miles, was installed in 2024 following 'years of advocacy and five pedestrian incidents.' The hearing highlights ongoing conflict between street safety for cyclists and pedestrians, and the city's rapid policy shifts in response to crashes.
-
Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review,
NY1,
Published 2025-07-01
30Int 0857-2024
Avilés votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
-
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
24
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Injured on Bay Ridge Pkwy▸Jun 24 - A sedan turned right on Bay Ridge Parkway. An e-bike rider struck the car. The cyclist hit the ground. He suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely.
A crash on Bay Ridge Parkway at 20th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 32-year-old e-bike rider injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn collided with the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The cyclist suffered an abrasion and a shoulder injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or occupant. The crash highlights driver errors that put vulnerable road users at risk.
Jul 1 - A judge paused city plans to cut a protected bike lane after children were struck crossing. The lane, built after five pedestrian crashes, stays for now. Streets wait. Danger lingers.
NY1 reported on July 1, 2025, that a judge halted the city's move to remove a three-block section of the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane. The city acted after 'incidents of children exiting school buses, crossing into the lane, and being hit by bikes.' The lane, stretching over two miles, was installed in 2024 following 'years of advocacy and five pedestrian incidents.' The hearing highlights ongoing conflict between street safety for cyclists and pedestrians, and the city's rapid policy shifts in response to crashes.
- Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Faces Review, NY1, Published 2025-07-01
30Int 0857-2024
Avilés votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
-
SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
24
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Injured on Bay Ridge Pkwy▸Jun 24 - A sedan turned right on Bay Ridge Parkway. An e-bike rider struck the car. The cyclist hit the ground. He suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely.
A crash on Bay Ridge Parkway at 20th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 32-year-old e-bike rider injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn collided with the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The cyclist suffered an abrasion and a shoulder injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or occupant. The crash highlights driver errors that put vulnerable road users at risk.
Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
- File Int 0857-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Zhuang votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
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Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
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Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Injured on Bay Ridge Pkwy▸Jun 24 - A sedan turned right on Bay Ridge Parkway. An e-bike rider struck the car. The cyclist hit the ground. He suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely.
A crash on Bay Ridge Parkway at 20th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 32-year-old e-bike rider injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn collided with the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The cyclist suffered an abrasion and a shoulder injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or occupant. The crash highlights driver errors that put vulnerable road users at risk.
Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
- File Int 0857-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-06-30
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing▸Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
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SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-29
28
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
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Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Injured on Bay Ridge Pkwy▸Jun 24 - A sedan turned right on Bay Ridge Parkway. An e-bike rider struck the car. The cyclist hit the ground. He suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely.
A crash on Bay Ridge Parkway at 20th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 32-year-old e-bike rider injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn collided with the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The cyclist suffered an abrasion and a shoulder injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or occupant. The crash highlights driver errors that put vulnerable road users at risk.
Jun 29 - An SUV struck and killed an eight-year-old boy crossing Eastern Parkway with his sister. Blood washed from the street. His yarmulke left behind. The driver stayed. Police probe speed. The community mourns.
ABC7 (2025-06-29) reports an eight-year-old boy, Mordica Keller, died after a southbound SUV hit him at Eastern Parkway and Albany Avenue in Crown Heights. He was crossing with his sister. The 69-year-old driver remained at the scene. Police towed a black Honda Pilot. The article notes, "Police are looking at whether speed was a factor." No arrests have been made. Residents called the street dangerous. The crash highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy Brooklyn intersections.
- SUV Kills Boy At Brooklyn Crossing, ABC7, Published 2025-06-29
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Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 86th Street▸Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
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Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Injured on Bay Ridge Pkwy▸Jun 24 - A sedan turned right on Bay Ridge Parkway. An e-bike rider struck the car. The cyclist hit the ground. He suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely.
A crash on Bay Ridge Parkway at 20th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 32-year-old e-bike rider injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn collided with the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The cyclist suffered an abrasion and a shoulder injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or occupant. The crash highlights driver errors that put vulnerable road users at risk.
Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing 86th Street. Her leg was injured. Police cite obstructed view. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
A 75-year-old woman was struck and injured by a sedan while crossing 86th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a westbound sedan entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The woman suffered injuries to her lower leg and was reported conscious at the scene. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The driver and a passenger, both 57-year-old men, were not injured. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
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Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Injured on Bay Ridge Pkwy▸Jun 24 - A sedan turned right on Bay Ridge Parkway. An e-bike rider struck the car. The cyclist hit the ground. He suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely.
A crash on Bay Ridge Parkway at 20th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 32-year-old e-bike rider injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn collided with the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The cyclist suffered an abrasion and a shoulder injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or occupant. The crash highlights driver errors that put vulnerable road users at risk.
Jun 24 - A sedan turned right on Bay Ridge Parkway. An e-bike rider struck the car. The cyclist hit the ground. He suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite failure to yield and following too closely.
A crash on Bay Ridge Parkway at 20th Avenue in Brooklyn left a 32-year-old e-bike rider injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn collided with the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The cyclist suffered an abrasion and a shoulder injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The report does not mention any helmet use as a factor. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or occupant. The crash highlights driver errors that put vulnerable road users at risk.