Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Coney Island-Sea Gate?
Coney Island Bleeds—City Stalls
Coney Island-Sea Gate: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025
The Numbers Don’t Lie
In Coney Island-Sea Gate, the road keeps taking. Since 2022, two people are dead. Three more are left with serious injuries. One child did not make it home. In the last year alone, 187 people were hurt in 373 crashes. One was killed. The numbers are not just numbers. They are broken bodies, empty chairs, and families who will never be whole again. See the crash data.
Who Pays the Price
Pedestrians and children pay first. In the last twelve months, 18 people under 18 were hurt. One died. Cars and SUVs did most of the damage. Trucks and buses added to the toll. No one on a bike died, but that is luck, not safety. The street does not forgive. Review the collision records.
Leadership: Action or Excuse?
The city talks about Vision Zero. They say every life matters. They point to new laws, like Sammy’s Law, that let the city lower speed limits. But in Coney Island-Sea Gate, the blood dries faster than the promises. Speed still kills. The council can lower the limit to 20 mph. They have not. Cameras that catch speeders are at risk of going dark unless Albany acts. The silence is loud. The clock ticks. Take action now.
The Next Step Is Yours
This is not fate. It is policy. It is choice. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Tell them to lower the speed limit. Tell them to keep the cameras on. Tell them to build streets that protect the child, not the car. Do not wait for another name to be added to the list.
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District 46
2002 Mermaid Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11224
Room 529, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 47
1915 Mermaid Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11224
718-373-0954
250 Broadway, Suite 1826, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7363
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2875 W. 8th St. Unit #3, Brooklyn, NY 11224
Room 617, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Coney Island-Sea Gate Coney Island-Sea Gate sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 60, District 47, AD 46, SD 23, Brooklyn CB13.
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Traffic Safety Timeline for Coney Island-Sea Gate
A 602Brook-Krasny votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Scarcella-Spanton votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Scarcella-Spanton votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
2SUV Starting from Parking Hits Sedan’s Right Side▸An SUV pulled out from parking and struck the right side of a sedan traveling east on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan’s female driver and an 8-year-old male passenger suffered facial and back injuries. Both were restrained and taken in shock.
According to the police report, an SUV was starting from parking when it collided with the right side doors of a sedan traveling straight ahead east on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan carried three occupants, including a 31-year-old female driver and an 8-year-old male rear passenger. Both occupants were injured, suffering facial and back injuries, and experienced shock. They were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and complained of pain or nausea. The report lists "Other Vehicular" as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The SUV sustained center front end damage, and the sedan’s right side doors were damaged. No ejections occurred. The report does not list any helmet or signaling issues.
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Brooklyn Passenger▸SUV and sedan slammed together on Mermaid Avenue. A woman riding up front took the hit. She left with back pain and whiplash. Police blamed driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan heading east and an SUV heading south collided at Mermaid Avenue and West 21 Street in Brooklyn. The crash struck the sedan's left front and the SUV's right front. A 55-year-old woman riding in the front passenger seat was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed men traveling straight. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 602Brook-Krasny votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
12-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Emerging From Parked Car▸A 12-year-old girl was struck by a southbound sedan on West 25 Street in Brooklyn. She emerged from in front of a parked vehicle and suffered an upper arm contusion. The driver’s car showed no damage. The child was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured after emerging from in front of a parked vehicle on West 25 Street, Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and an upper arm injury. The driver, a licensed male from Delaware, was traveling southbound in a 2017 Dodge sedan going straight ahead. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front bumper, but the car sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factor as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion." No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No safety equipment or helmet was mentioned.
Brannan Condemns Insurance Plan Amid Traffic Safety Failures▸Norman Fruchter, education reformer, died after a driver reversed into him at a crosswalk-less Bay Ridge intersection. The driver stayed. No charges. A vigil drew family, officials, and anger. Fruchter’s wife was killed by a reckless driver in 1997. Grief, outrage, no justice.
On January 4, 2023, Norman Fruchter was struck and killed by a reversing driver at 68th Street and Bliss Terrace in Council District 47. The intersection lacked a pedestrian crosswalk. Council Member Justin Brannan attended the vigil and tweeted, 'Confronting traffic violence also means taking personal responsibility [and] safe driving habits. It will take all of us.' The driver remained at the scene but faced no charges. Fruchter’s son Lev condemned the New York Automobile Insurance Plan for letting dangerous drivers stay insured. Community leaders, including NYC Comptroller Brad Lander and State Senator Andrew Gounardes, joined in mourning and frustration. Fruchter’s wife Rachel was also killed by a reckless driver in 1997, a tragedy that helped spark Vision Zero. Nearly three decades later, traffic laws remain weak. No systemic change. Vulnerable road users still pay the price.
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Education reform leader remembered after being killed by traffic violence,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-01-20
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A 48-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Stillwell Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver made a left turn and hit the cyclist traveling west. The bicyclist suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2022 Mazda SUV was making a left turn on Stillwell Avenue when it collided with a westbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the crash. The SUV struck the bicyclist with its left front bumper, causing injury but no ejection. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in Brooklyn.
Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A sedan hit a 73-year-old man crossing Surf Avenue. The driver, distracted, struck him with the right front bumper. The man suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, leg, and foot. He was conscious but badly hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Surf Avenue struck a 73-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection. The impact occurred at the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in serious injuries. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
Two Sedans Collide on Surf Avenue▸Two sedans traveling east on Surf Avenue collided. The left front bumper of one struck the right side doors of the other. A 20-year-old female driver suffered elbow and lower arm injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed and going straight ahead.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Surf Avenue while both were traveling eastbound. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of one vehicle and the right side doors of the other. A 20-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining elbow and lower arm injuries along with whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both drivers were licensed and proceeding straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. A third parked vehicle was damaged at the center back end but had no occupants. The collision caused center front and right side damage to the involved vehicles.
Unlicensed E-Bike Rider Ejected on Mermaid Avenue▸A 31-year-old male e-bike rider was ejected and injured on Mermaid Avenue. The collision involved a Jeep SUV making a left turn. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Alcohol and unsafe speed contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male e-bike rider traveling east on Mermaid Avenue was struck by a Jeep SUV making a left turn westbound. The rider was ejected from the bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and bruises noted. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was unlicensed and not using any safety equipment. The Jeep driver was licensed and traveling west. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the e-bike and the right front bumper of the SUV. No pedestrian was involved.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Neptune Avenue▸A 23-year-old man was struck by an SUV while crossing Neptune Avenue with the signal. The impact caused head injuries and abrasions. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2017 Honda SUV traveling south on Neptune Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street with the signal at an intersection when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing head injuries and abrasions to the pedestrian. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted in the report.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Slowing Car on Belt Parkway▸Sedan struck another from behind on Belt Parkway. Nineteen-year-old driver in rear car suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite following too closely. Both cars badly damaged.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Belt Parkway when the rear vehicle struck the center back end of the lead car. The lead sedan was slowing or stopping. The 19-year-old male driver of the rear sedan was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed. The crash caused significant damage to the front of the rear sedan and the back of the lead vehicle.
Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Neptune Avenue▸A 44-year-old female driver suffered a neck contusion in a rear-end collision on Neptune Avenue. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the center back end of a stopped vehicle.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Neptune Avenue rear-ended a stopped vehicle. The driver, a 44-year-old woman, was injured with a neck contusion but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the center back end of the stopped vehicle, causing damage to the right rear bumper of the sedan. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The injured party was the driver of the striking vehicle, and no other persons or pedestrians were involved.
SUV Skids on Cropsey, Passenger Hurt▸SUV lost grip on slick Cropsey Avenue. Right front bumper smashed. Front passenger, 67, suffered whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in. No ejection. Pavement conditions led to injury.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV traveling north on Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn hit a patch of slippery pavement. The vehicle struck with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. The front passenger, a 67-year-old woman, suffered whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash injured the passenger, but she was not ejected and did not lose consciousness.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Commercial Truck▸A sedan turned left on Neptune Avenue. It hit a commercial vehicle going straight. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Both vehicles took front-end damage. The crash left one person hurt.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old woman driving a sedan made a left turn on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn and collided with a commercial vehicle traveling straight. The sedan driver was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sedan was making a left turn at the time of the crash. The commercial vehicle was driven by a licensed woman from Pennsylvania. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cropsey Avenue▸A 58-year-old woman bicyclist was partially ejected after a collision with an SUV on Cropsey Avenue. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene. The crash involved confusion on the bicyclist’s part, according to police.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a crash with a northbound SUV on Cropsey Avenue. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV struck the left side doors of the bike with its center front end. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor twice, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Surf Avenue▸A 24-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Surf Avenue with the signal. The vehicle failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was alone, traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Surf Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2021 SUV traveling eastbound, driven by a licensed female driver. The crash occurred when the driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered moderate injury.
SUV U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell Avenue▸SUV swung a U-turn. It struck a northbound sedan. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered back pain and shock. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Stillwell Avenue saw another wound.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV made a U-turn on Stillwell Avenue and hit a Honda sedan traveling north. The SUV struck the sedan's left side doors with its front end. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was injured. He suffered back pain, shock, and nausea. He was not ejected and was the only person in his car. The report lists all contributing factors as unspecified. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger of U-turns and side impacts. No other injuries were reported.
Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-02-13
A 602Scarcella-Spanton votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Scarcella-Spanton votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
2SUV Starting from Parking Hits Sedan’s Right Side▸An SUV pulled out from parking and struck the right side of a sedan traveling east on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan’s female driver and an 8-year-old male passenger suffered facial and back injuries. Both were restrained and taken in shock.
According to the police report, an SUV was starting from parking when it collided with the right side doors of a sedan traveling straight ahead east on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan carried three occupants, including a 31-year-old female driver and an 8-year-old male rear passenger. Both occupants were injured, suffering facial and back injuries, and experienced shock. They were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and complained of pain or nausea. The report lists "Other Vehicular" as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The SUV sustained center front end damage, and the sedan’s right side doors were damaged. No ejections occurred. The report does not list any helmet or signaling issues.
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Brooklyn Passenger▸SUV and sedan slammed together on Mermaid Avenue. A woman riding up front took the hit. She left with back pain and whiplash. Police blamed driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan heading east and an SUV heading south collided at Mermaid Avenue and West 21 Street in Brooklyn. The crash struck the sedan's left front and the SUV's right front. A 55-year-old woman riding in the front passenger seat was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed men traveling straight. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 602Brook-Krasny votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
12-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Emerging From Parked Car▸A 12-year-old girl was struck by a southbound sedan on West 25 Street in Brooklyn. She emerged from in front of a parked vehicle and suffered an upper arm contusion. The driver’s car showed no damage. The child was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured after emerging from in front of a parked vehicle on West 25 Street, Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and an upper arm injury. The driver, a licensed male from Delaware, was traveling southbound in a 2017 Dodge sedan going straight ahead. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front bumper, but the car sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factor as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion." No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No safety equipment or helmet was mentioned.
Brannan Condemns Insurance Plan Amid Traffic Safety Failures▸Norman Fruchter, education reformer, died after a driver reversed into him at a crosswalk-less Bay Ridge intersection. The driver stayed. No charges. A vigil drew family, officials, and anger. Fruchter’s wife was killed by a reckless driver in 1997. Grief, outrage, no justice.
On January 4, 2023, Norman Fruchter was struck and killed by a reversing driver at 68th Street and Bliss Terrace in Council District 47. The intersection lacked a pedestrian crosswalk. Council Member Justin Brannan attended the vigil and tweeted, 'Confronting traffic violence also means taking personal responsibility [and] safe driving habits. It will take all of us.' The driver remained at the scene but faced no charges. Fruchter’s son Lev condemned the New York Automobile Insurance Plan for letting dangerous drivers stay insured. Community leaders, including NYC Comptroller Brad Lander and State Senator Andrew Gounardes, joined in mourning and frustration. Fruchter’s wife Rachel was also killed by a reckless driver in 1997, a tragedy that helped spark Vision Zero. Nearly three decades later, traffic laws remain weak. No systemic change. Vulnerable road users still pay the price.
-
Education reform leader remembered after being killed by traffic violence,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-01-20
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A 48-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Stillwell Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver made a left turn and hit the cyclist traveling west. The bicyclist suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2022 Mazda SUV was making a left turn on Stillwell Avenue when it collided with a westbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the crash. The SUV struck the bicyclist with its left front bumper, causing injury but no ejection. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in Brooklyn.
Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A sedan hit a 73-year-old man crossing Surf Avenue. The driver, distracted, struck him with the right front bumper. The man suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, leg, and foot. He was conscious but badly hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Surf Avenue struck a 73-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection. The impact occurred at the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in serious injuries. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
Two Sedans Collide on Surf Avenue▸Two sedans traveling east on Surf Avenue collided. The left front bumper of one struck the right side doors of the other. A 20-year-old female driver suffered elbow and lower arm injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed and going straight ahead.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Surf Avenue while both were traveling eastbound. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of one vehicle and the right side doors of the other. A 20-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining elbow and lower arm injuries along with whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both drivers were licensed and proceeding straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. A third parked vehicle was damaged at the center back end but had no occupants. The collision caused center front and right side damage to the involved vehicles.
Unlicensed E-Bike Rider Ejected on Mermaid Avenue▸A 31-year-old male e-bike rider was ejected and injured on Mermaid Avenue. The collision involved a Jeep SUV making a left turn. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Alcohol and unsafe speed contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male e-bike rider traveling east on Mermaid Avenue was struck by a Jeep SUV making a left turn westbound. The rider was ejected from the bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and bruises noted. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was unlicensed and not using any safety equipment. The Jeep driver was licensed and traveling west. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the e-bike and the right front bumper of the SUV. No pedestrian was involved.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Neptune Avenue▸A 23-year-old man was struck by an SUV while crossing Neptune Avenue with the signal. The impact caused head injuries and abrasions. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2017 Honda SUV traveling south on Neptune Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street with the signal at an intersection when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing head injuries and abrasions to the pedestrian. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted in the report.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Slowing Car on Belt Parkway▸Sedan struck another from behind on Belt Parkway. Nineteen-year-old driver in rear car suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite following too closely. Both cars badly damaged.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Belt Parkway when the rear vehicle struck the center back end of the lead car. The lead sedan was slowing or stopping. The 19-year-old male driver of the rear sedan was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed. The crash caused significant damage to the front of the rear sedan and the back of the lead vehicle.
Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Neptune Avenue▸A 44-year-old female driver suffered a neck contusion in a rear-end collision on Neptune Avenue. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the center back end of a stopped vehicle.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Neptune Avenue rear-ended a stopped vehicle. The driver, a 44-year-old woman, was injured with a neck contusion but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the center back end of the stopped vehicle, causing damage to the right rear bumper of the sedan. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The injured party was the driver of the striking vehicle, and no other persons or pedestrians were involved.
SUV Skids on Cropsey, Passenger Hurt▸SUV lost grip on slick Cropsey Avenue. Right front bumper smashed. Front passenger, 67, suffered whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in. No ejection. Pavement conditions led to injury.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV traveling north on Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn hit a patch of slippery pavement. The vehicle struck with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. The front passenger, a 67-year-old woman, suffered whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash injured the passenger, but she was not ejected and did not lose consciousness.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Commercial Truck▸A sedan turned left on Neptune Avenue. It hit a commercial vehicle going straight. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Both vehicles took front-end damage. The crash left one person hurt.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old woman driving a sedan made a left turn on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn and collided with a commercial vehicle traveling straight. The sedan driver was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sedan was making a left turn at the time of the crash. The commercial vehicle was driven by a licensed woman from Pennsylvania. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cropsey Avenue▸A 58-year-old woman bicyclist was partially ejected after a collision with an SUV on Cropsey Avenue. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene. The crash involved confusion on the bicyclist’s part, according to police.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a crash with a northbound SUV on Cropsey Avenue. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV struck the left side doors of the bike with its center front end. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor twice, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Surf Avenue▸A 24-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Surf Avenue with the signal. The vehicle failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was alone, traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Surf Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2021 SUV traveling eastbound, driven by a licensed female driver. The crash occurred when the driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered moderate injury.
SUV U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell Avenue▸SUV swung a U-turn. It struck a northbound sedan. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered back pain and shock. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Stillwell Avenue saw another wound.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV made a U-turn on Stillwell Avenue and hit a Honda sedan traveling north. The SUV struck the sedan's left side doors with its front end. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was injured. He suffered back pain, shock, and nausea. He was not ejected and was the only person in his car. The report lists all contributing factors as unspecified. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger of U-turns and side impacts. No other injuries were reported.
Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-02-13
A 602Scarcella-Spanton votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
2SUV Starting from Parking Hits Sedan’s Right Side▸An SUV pulled out from parking and struck the right side of a sedan traveling east on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan’s female driver and an 8-year-old male passenger suffered facial and back injuries. Both were restrained and taken in shock.
According to the police report, an SUV was starting from parking when it collided with the right side doors of a sedan traveling straight ahead east on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan carried three occupants, including a 31-year-old female driver and an 8-year-old male rear passenger. Both occupants were injured, suffering facial and back injuries, and experienced shock. They were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and complained of pain or nausea. The report lists "Other Vehicular" as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The SUV sustained center front end damage, and the sedan’s right side doors were damaged. No ejections occurred. The report does not list any helmet or signaling issues.
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Brooklyn Passenger▸SUV and sedan slammed together on Mermaid Avenue. A woman riding up front took the hit. She left with back pain and whiplash. Police blamed driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan heading east and an SUV heading south collided at Mermaid Avenue and West 21 Street in Brooklyn. The crash struck the sedan's left front and the SUV's right front. A 55-year-old woman riding in the front passenger seat was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed men traveling straight. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 602Brook-Krasny votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
12-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Emerging From Parked Car▸A 12-year-old girl was struck by a southbound sedan on West 25 Street in Brooklyn. She emerged from in front of a parked vehicle and suffered an upper arm contusion. The driver’s car showed no damage. The child was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured after emerging from in front of a parked vehicle on West 25 Street, Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and an upper arm injury. The driver, a licensed male from Delaware, was traveling southbound in a 2017 Dodge sedan going straight ahead. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front bumper, but the car sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factor as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion." No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No safety equipment or helmet was mentioned.
Brannan Condemns Insurance Plan Amid Traffic Safety Failures▸Norman Fruchter, education reformer, died after a driver reversed into him at a crosswalk-less Bay Ridge intersection. The driver stayed. No charges. A vigil drew family, officials, and anger. Fruchter’s wife was killed by a reckless driver in 1997. Grief, outrage, no justice.
On January 4, 2023, Norman Fruchter was struck and killed by a reversing driver at 68th Street and Bliss Terrace in Council District 47. The intersection lacked a pedestrian crosswalk. Council Member Justin Brannan attended the vigil and tweeted, 'Confronting traffic violence also means taking personal responsibility [and] safe driving habits. It will take all of us.' The driver remained at the scene but faced no charges. Fruchter’s son Lev condemned the New York Automobile Insurance Plan for letting dangerous drivers stay insured. Community leaders, including NYC Comptroller Brad Lander and State Senator Andrew Gounardes, joined in mourning and frustration. Fruchter’s wife Rachel was also killed by a reckless driver in 1997, a tragedy that helped spark Vision Zero. Nearly three decades later, traffic laws remain weak. No systemic change. Vulnerable road users still pay the price.
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Education reform leader remembered after being killed by traffic violence,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-01-20
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A 48-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Stillwell Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver made a left turn and hit the cyclist traveling west. The bicyclist suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2022 Mazda SUV was making a left turn on Stillwell Avenue when it collided with a westbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the crash. The SUV struck the bicyclist with its left front bumper, causing injury but no ejection. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in Brooklyn.
Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A sedan hit a 73-year-old man crossing Surf Avenue. The driver, distracted, struck him with the right front bumper. The man suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, leg, and foot. He was conscious but badly hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Surf Avenue struck a 73-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection. The impact occurred at the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in serious injuries. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
Two Sedans Collide on Surf Avenue▸Two sedans traveling east on Surf Avenue collided. The left front bumper of one struck the right side doors of the other. A 20-year-old female driver suffered elbow and lower arm injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed and going straight ahead.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Surf Avenue while both were traveling eastbound. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of one vehicle and the right side doors of the other. A 20-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining elbow and lower arm injuries along with whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both drivers were licensed and proceeding straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. A third parked vehicle was damaged at the center back end but had no occupants. The collision caused center front and right side damage to the involved vehicles.
Unlicensed E-Bike Rider Ejected on Mermaid Avenue▸A 31-year-old male e-bike rider was ejected and injured on Mermaid Avenue. The collision involved a Jeep SUV making a left turn. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Alcohol and unsafe speed contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male e-bike rider traveling east on Mermaid Avenue was struck by a Jeep SUV making a left turn westbound. The rider was ejected from the bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and bruises noted. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was unlicensed and not using any safety equipment. The Jeep driver was licensed and traveling west. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the e-bike and the right front bumper of the SUV. No pedestrian was involved.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Neptune Avenue▸A 23-year-old man was struck by an SUV while crossing Neptune Avenue with the signal. The impact caused head injuries and abrasions. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2017 Honda SUV traveling south on Neptune Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street with the signal at an intersection when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing head injuries and abrasions to the pedestrian. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted in the report.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Slowing Car on Belt Parkway▸Sedan struck another from behind on Belt Parkway. Nineteen-year-old driver in rear car suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite following too closely. Both cars badly damaged.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Belt Parkway when the rear vehicle struck the center back end of the lead car. The lead sedan was slowing or stopping. The 19-year-old male driver of the rear sedan was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed. The crash caused significant damage to the front of the rear sedan and the back of the lead vehicle.
Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Neptune Avenue▸A 44-year-old female driver suffered a neck contusion in a rear-end collision on Neptune Avenue. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the center back end of a stopped vehicle.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Neptune Avenue rear-ended a stopped vehicle. The driver, a 44-year-old woman, was injured with a neck contusion but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the center back end of the stopped vehicle, causing damage to the right rear bumper of the sedan. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The injured party was the driver of the striking vehicle, and no other persons or pedestrians were involved.
SUV Skids on Cropsey, Passenger Hurt▸SUV lost grip on slick Cropsey Avenue. Right front bumper smashed. Front passenger, 67, suffered whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in. No ejection. Pavement conditions led to injury.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV traveling north on Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn hit a patch of slippery pavement. The vehicle struck with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. The front passenger, a 67-year-old woman, suffered whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash injured the passenger, but she was not ejected and did not lose consciousness.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Commercial Truck▸A sedan turned left on Neptune Avenue. It hit a commercial vehicle going straight. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Both vehicles took front-end damage. The crash left one person hurt.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old woman driving a sedan made a left turn on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn and collided with a commercial vehicle traveling straight. The sedan driver was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sedan was making a left turn at the time of the crash. The commercial vehicle was driven by a licensed woman from Pennsylvania. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cropsey Avenue▸A 58-year-old woman bicyclist was partially ejected after a collision with an SUV on Cropsey Avenue. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene. The crash involved confusion on the bicyclist’s part, according to police.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a crash with a northbound SUV on Cropsey Avenue. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV struck the left side doors of the bike with its center front end. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor twice, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Surf Avenue▸A 24-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Surf Avenue with the signal. The vehicle failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was alone, traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Surf Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2021 SUV traveling eastbound, driven by a licensed female driver. The crash occurred when the driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered moderate injury.
SUV U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell Avenue▸SUV swung a U-turn. It struck a northbound sedan. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered back pain and shock. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Stillwell Avenue saw another wound.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV made a U-turn on Stillwell Avenue and hit a Honda sedan traveling north. The SUV struck the sedan's left side doors with its front end. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was injured. He suffered back pain, shock, and nausea. He was not ejected and was the only person in his car. The report lists all contributing factors as unspecified. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger of U-turns and side impacts. No other injuries were reported.
Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-02-13
2SUV Starting from Parking Hits Sedan’s Right Side▸An SUV pulled out from parking and struck the right side of a sedan traveling east on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan’s female driver and an 8-year-old male passenger suffered facial and back injuries. Both were restrained and taken in shock.
According to the police report, an SUV was starting from parking when it collided with the right side doors of a sedan traveling straight ahead east on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan carried three occupants, including a 31-year-old female driver and an 8-year-old male rear passenger. Both occupants were injured, suffering facial and back injuries, and experienced shock. They were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and complained of pain or nausea. The report lists "Other Vehicular" as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The SUV sustained center front end damage, and the sedan’s right side doors were damaged. No ejections occurred. The report does not list any helmet or signaling issues.
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Brooklyn Passenger▸SUV and sedan slammed together on Mermaid Avenue. A woman riding up front took the hit. She left with back pain and whiplash. Police blamed driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan heading east and an SUV heading south collided at Mermaid Avenue and West 21 Street in Brooklyn. The crash struck the sedan's left front and the SUV's right front. A 55-year-old woman riding in the front passenger seat was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed men traveling straight. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 602Brook-Krasny votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
12-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Emerging From Parked Car▸A 12-year-old girl was struck by a southbound sedan on West 25 Street in Brooklyn. She emerged from in front of a parked vehicle and suffered an upper arm contusion. The driver’s car showed no damage. The child was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured after emerging from in front of a parked vehicle on West 25 Street, Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and an upper arm injury. The driver, a licensed male from Delaware, was traveling southbound in a 2017 Dodge sedan going straight ahead. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front bumper, but the car sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factor as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion." No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No safety equipment or helmet was mentioned.
Brannan Condemns Insurance Plan Amid Traffic Safety Failures▸Norman Fruchter, education reformer, died after a driver reversed into him at a crosswalk-less Bay Ridge intersection. The driver stayed. No charges. A vigil drew family, officials, and anger. Fruchter’s wife was killed by a reckless driver in 1997. Grief, outrage, no justice.
On January 4, 2023, Norman Fruchter was struck and killed by a reversing driver at 68th Street and Bliss Terrace in Council District 47. The intersection lacked a pedestrian crosswalk. Council Member Justin Brannan attended the vigil and tweeted, 'Confronting traffic violence also means taking personal responsibility [and] safe driving habits. It will take all of us.' The driver remained at the scene but faced no charges. Fruchter’s son Lev condemned the New York Automobile Insurance Plan for letting dangerous drivers stay insured. Community leaders, including NYC Comptroller Brad Lander and State Senator Andrew Gounardes, joined in mourning and frustration. Fruchter’s wife Rachel was also killed by a reckless driver in 1997, a tragedy that helped spark Vision Zero. Nearly three decades later, traffic laws remain weak. No systemic change. Vulnerable road users still pay the price.
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Education reform leader remembered after being killed by traffic violence,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-01-20
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A 48-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Stillwell Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver made a left turn and hit the cyclist traveling west. The bicyclist suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2022 Mazda SUV was making a left turn on Stillwell Avenue when it collided with a westbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the crash. The SUV struck the bicyclist with its left front bumper, causing injury but no ejection. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in Brooklyn.
Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A sedan hit a 73-year-old man crossing Surf Avenue. The driver, distracted, struck him with the right front bumper. The man suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, leg, and foot. He was conscious but badly hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Surf Avenue struck a 73-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection. The impact occurred at the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in serious injuries. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
Two Sedans Collide on Surf Avenue▸Two sedans traveling east on Surf Avenue collided. The left front bumper of one struck the right side doors of the other. A 20-year-old female driver suffered elbow and lower arm injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed and going straight ahead.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Surf Avenue while both were traveling eastbound. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of one vehicle and the right side doors of the other. A 20-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining elbow and lower arm injuries along with whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both drivers were licensed and proceeding straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. A third parked vehicle was damaged at the center back end but had no occupants. The collision caused center front and right side damage to the involved vehicles.
Unlicensed E-Bike Rider Ejected on Mermaid Avenue▸A 31-year-old male e-bike rider was ejected and injured on Mermaid Avenue. The collision involved a Jeep SUV making a left turn. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Alcohol and unsafe speed contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male e-bike rider traveling east on Mermaid Avenue was struck by a Jeep SUV making a left turn westbound. The rider was ejected from the bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and bruises noted. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was unlicensed and not using any safety equipment. The Jeep driver was licensed and traveling west. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the e-bike and the right front bumper of the SUV. No pedestrian was involved.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Neptune Avenue▸A 23-year-old man was struck by an SUV while crossing Neptune Avenue with the signal. The impact caused head injuries and abrasions. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2017 Honda SUV traveling south on Neptune Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street with the signal at an intersection when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing head injuries and abrasions to the pedestrian. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted in the report.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Slowing Car on Belt Parkway▸Sedan struck another from behind on Belt Parkway. Nineteen-year-old driver in rear car suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite following too closely. Both cars badly damaged.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Belt Parkway when the rear vehicle struck the center back end of the lead car. The lead sedan was slowing or stopping. The 19-year-old male driver of the rear sedan was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed. The crash caused significant damage to the front of the rear sedan and the back of the lead vehicle.
Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Neptune Avenue▸A 44-year-old female driver suffered a neck contusion in a rear-end collision on Neptune Avenue. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the center back end of a stopped vehicle.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Neptune Avenue rear-ended a stopped vehicle. The driver, a 44-year-old woman, was injured with a neck contusion but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the center back end of the stopped vehicle, causing damage to the right rear bumper of the sedan. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The injured party was the driver of the striking vehicle, and no other persons or pedestrians were involved.
SUV Skids on Cropsey, Passenger Hurt▸SUV lost grip on slick Cropsey Avenue. Right front bumper smashed. Front passenger, 67, suffered whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in. No ejection. Pavement conditions led to injury.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV traveling north on Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn hit a patch of slippery pavement. The vehicle struck with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. The front passenger, a 67-year-old woman, suffered whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash injured the passenger, but she was not ejected and did not lose consciousness.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Commercial Truck▸A sedan turned left on Neptune Avenue. It hit a commercial vehicle going straight. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Both vehicles took front-end damage. The crash left one person hurt.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old woman driving a sedan made a left turn on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn and collided with a commercial vehicle traveling straight. The sedan driver was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sedan was making a left turn at the time of the crash. The commercial vehicle was driven by a licensed woman from Pennsylvania. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cropsey Avenue▸A 58-year-old woman bicyclist was partially ejected after a collision with an SUV on Cropsey Avenue. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene. The crash involved confusion on the bicyclist’s part, according to police.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a crash with a northbound SUV on Cropsey Avenue. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV struck the left side doors of the bike with its center front end. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor twice, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Surf Avenue▸A 24-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Surf Avenue with the signal. The vehicle failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was alone, traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Surf Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2021 SUV traveling eastbound, driven by a licensed female driver. The crash occurred when the driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered moderate injury.
SUV U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell Avenue▸SUV swung a U-turn. It struck a northbound sedan. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered back pain and shock. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Stillwell Avenue saw another wound.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV made a U-turn on Stillwell Avenue and hit a Honda sedan traveling north. The SUV struck the sedan's left side doors with its front end. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was injured. He suffered back pain, shock, and nausea. He was not ejected and was the only person in his car. The report lists all contributing factors as unspecified. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger of U-turns and side impacts. No other injuries were reported.
An SUV pulled out from parking and struck the right side of a sedan traveling east on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan’s female driver and an 8-year-old male passenger suffered facial and back injuries. Both were restrained and taken in shock.
According to the police report, an SUV was starting from parking when it collided with the right side doors of a sedan traveling straight ahead east on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan carried three occupants, including a 31-year-old female driver and an 8-year-old male rear passenger. Both occupants were injured, suffering facial and back injuries, and experienced shock. They were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and complained of pain or nausea. The report lists "Other Vehicular" as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The SUV sustained center front end damage, and the sedan’s right side doors were damaged. No ejections occurred. The report does not list any helmet or signaling issues.
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Brooklyn Passenger▸SUV and sedan slammed together on Mermaid Avenue. A woman riding up front took the hit. She left with back pain and whiplash. Police blamed driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan heading east and an SUV heading south collided at Mermaid Avenue and West 21 Street in Brooklyn. The crash struck the sedan's left front and the SUV's right front. A 55-year-old woman riding in the front passenger seat was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed men traveling straight. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 602Brook-Krasny votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
12-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Emerging From Parked Car▸A 12-year-old girl was struck by a southbound sedan on West 25 Street in Brooklyn. She emerged from in front of a parked vehicle and suffered an upper arm contusion. The driver’s car showed no damage. The child was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured after emerging from in front of a parked vehicle on West 25 Street, Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and an upper arm injury. The driver, a licensed male from Delaware, was traveling southbound in a 2017 Dodge sedan going straight ahead. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front bumper, but the car sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factor as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion." No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No safety equipment or helmet was mentioned.
Brannan Condemns Insurance Plan Amid Traffic Safety Failures▸Norman Fruchter, education reformer, died after a driver reversed into him at a crosswalk-less Bay Ridge intersection. The driver stayed. No charges. A vigil drew family, officials, and anger. Fruchter’s wife was killed by a reckless driver in 1997. Grief, outrage, no justice.
On January 4, 2023, Norman Fruchter was struck and killed by a reversing driver at 68th Street and Bliss Terrace in Council District 47. The intersection lacked a pedestrian crosswalk. Council Member Justin Brannan attended the vigil and tweeted, 'Confronting traffic violence also means taking personal responsibility [and] safe driving habits. It will take all of us.' The driver remained at the scene but faced no charges. Fruchter’s son Lev condemned the New York Automobile Insurance Plan for letting dangerous drivers stay insured. Community leaders, including NYC Comptroller Brad Lander and State Senator Andrew Gounardes, joined in mourning and frustration. Fruchter’s wife Rachel was also killed by a reckless driver in 1997, a tragedy that helped spark Vision Zero. Nearly three decades later, traffic laws remain weak. No systemic change. Vulnerable road users still pay the price.
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Education reform leader remembered after being killed by traffic violence,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-01-20
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A 48-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Stillwell Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver made a left turn and hit the cyclist traveling west. The bicyclist suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2022 Mazda SUV was making a left turn on Stillwell Avenue when it collided with a westbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the crash. The SUV struck the bicyclist with its left front bumper, causing injury but no ejection. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in Brooklyn.
Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A sedan hit a 73-year-old man crossing Surf Avenue. The driver, distracted, struck him with the right front bumper. The man suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, leg, and foot. He was conscious but badly hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Surf Avenue struck a 73-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection. The impact occurred at the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in serious injuries. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
Two Sedans Collide on Surf Avenue▸Two sedans traveling east on Surf Avenue collided. The left front bumper of one struck the right side doors of the other. A 20-year-old female driver suffered elbow and lower arm injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed and going straight ahead.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Surf Avenue while both were traveling eastbound. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of one vehicle and the right side doors of the other. A 20-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining elbow and lower arm injuries along with whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both drivers were licensed and proceeding straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. A third parked vehicle was damaged at the center back end but had no occupants. The collision caused center front and right side damage to the involved vehicles.
Unlicensed E-Bike Rider Ejected on Mermaid Avenue▸A 31-year-old male e-bike rider was ejected and injured on Mermaid Avenue. The collision involved a Jeep SUV making a left turn. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Alcohol and unsafe speed contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male e-bike rider traveling east on Mermaid Avenue was struck by a Jeep SUV making a left turn westbound. The rider was ejected from the bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and bruises noted. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was unlicensed and not using any safety equipment. The Jeep driver was licensed and traveling west. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the e-bike and the right front bumper of the SUV. No pedestrian was involved.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Neptune Avenue▸A 23-year-old man was struck by an SUV while crossing Neptune Avenue with the signal. The impact caused head injuries and abrasions. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2017 Honda SUV traveling south on Neptune Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street with the signal at an intersection when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing head injuries and abrasions to the pedestrian. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted in the report.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Slowing Car on Belt Parkway▸Sedan struck another from behind on Belt Parkway. Nineteen-year-old driver in rear car suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite following too closely. Both cars badly damaged.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Belt Parkway when the rear vehicle struck the center back end of the lead car. The lead sedan was slowing or stopping. The 19-year-old male driver of the rear sedan was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed. The crash caused significant damage to the front of the rear sedan and the back of the lead vehicle.
Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Neptune Avenue▸A 44-year-old female driver suffered a neck contusion in a rear-end collision on Neptune Avenue. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the center back end of a stopped vehicle.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Neptune Avenue rear-ended a stopped vehicle. The driver, a 44-year-old woman, was injured with a neck contusion but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the center back end of the stopped vehicle, causing damage to the right rear bumper of the sedan. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The injured party was the driver of the striking vehicle, and no other persons or pedestrians were involved.
SUV Skids on Cropsey, Passenger Hurt▸SUV lost grip on slick Cropsey Avenue. Right front bumper smashed. Front passenger, 67, suffered whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in. No ejection. Pavement conditions led to injury.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV traveling north on Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn hit a patch of slippery pavement. The vehicle struck with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. The front passenger, a 67-year-old woman, suffered whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash injured the passenger, but she was not ejected and did not lose consciousness.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Commercial Truck▸A sedan turned left on Neptune Avenue. It hit a commercial vehicle going straight. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Both vehicles took front-end damage. The crash left one person hurt.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old woman driving a sedan made a left turn on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn and collided with a commercial vehicle traveling straight. The sedan driver was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sedan was making a left turn at the time of the crash. The commercial vehicle was driven by a licensed woman from Pennsylvania. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cropsey Avenue▸A 58-year-old woman bicyclist was partially ejected after a collision with an SUV on Cropsey Avenue. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene. The crash involved confusion on the bicyclist’s part, according to police.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a crash with a northbound SUV on Cropsey Avenue. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV struck the left side doors of the bike with its center front end. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor twice, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Surf Avenue▸A 24-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Surf Avenue with the signal. The vehicle failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was alone, traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Surf Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2021 SUV traveling eastbound, driven by a licensed female driver. The crash occurred when the driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered moderate injury.
SUV U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell Avenue▸SUV swung a U-turn. It struck a northbound sedan. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered back pain and shock. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Stillwell Avenue saw another wound.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV made a U-turn on Stillwell Avenue and hit a Honda sedan traveling north. The SUV struck the sedan's left side doors with its front end. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was injured. He suffered back pain, shock, and nausea. He was not ejected and was the only person in his car. The report lists all contributing factors as unspecified. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger of U-turns and side impacts. No other injuries were reported.
SUV and sedan slammed together on Mermaid Avenue. A woman riding up front took the hit. She left with back pain and whiplash. Police blamed driver distraction. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan heading east and an SUV heading south collided at Mermaid Avenue and West 21 Street in Brooklyn. The crash struck the sedan's left front and the SUV's right front. A 55-year-old woman riding in the front passenger seat was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed men traveling straight. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 602Brook-Krasny votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
12-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Emerging From Parked Car▸A 12-year-old girl was struck by a southbound sedan on West 25 Street in Brooklyn. She emerged from in front of a parked vehicle and suffered an upper arm contusion. The driver’s car showed no damage. The child was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured after emerging from in front of a parked vehicle on West 25 Street, Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and an upper arm injury. The driver, a licensed male from Delaware, was traveling southbound in a 2017 Dodge sedan going straight ahead. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front bumper, but the car sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factor as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion." No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No safety equipment or helmet was mentioned.
Brannan Condemns Insurance Plan Amid Traffic Safety Failures▸Norman Fruchter, education reformer, died after a driver reversed into him at a crosswalk-less Bay Ridge intersection. The driver stayed. No charges. A vigil drew family, officials, and anger. Fruchter’s wife was killed by a reckless driver in 1997. Grief, outrage, no justice.
On January 4, 2023, Norman Fruchter was struck and killed by a reversing driver at 68th Street and Bliss Terrace in Council District 47. The intersection lacked a pedestrian crosswalk. Council Member Justin Brannan attended the vigil and tweeted, 'Confronting traffic violence also means taking personal responsibility [and] safe driving habits. It will take all of us.' The driver remained at the scene but faced no charges. Fruchter’s son Lev condemned the New York Automobile Insurance Plan for letting dangerous drivers stay insured. Community leaders, including NYC Comptroller Brad Lander and State Senator Andrew Gounardes, joined in mourning and frustration. Fruchter’s wife Rachel was also killed by a reckless driver in 1997, a tragedy that helped spark Vision Zero. Nearly three decades later, traffic laws remain weak. No systemic change. Vulnerable road users still pay the price.
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Education reform leader remembered after being killed by traffic violence,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-01-20
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A 48-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Stillwell Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver made a left turn and hit the cyclist traveling west. The bicyclist suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2022 Mazda SUV was making a left turn on Stillwell Avenue when it collided with a westbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the crash. The SUV struck the bicyclist with its left front bumper, causing injury but no ejection. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in Brooklyn.
Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A sedan hit a 73-year-old man crossing Surf Avenue. The driver, distracted, struck him with the right front bumper. The man suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, leg, and foot. He was conscious but badly hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Surf Avenue struck a 73-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection. The impact occurred at the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in serious injuries. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
Two Sedans Collide on Surf Avenue▸Two sedans traveling east on Surf Avenue collided. The left front bumper of one struck the right side doors of the other. A 20-year-old female driver suffered elbow and lower arm injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed and going straight ahead.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Surf Avenue while both were traveling eastbound. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of one vehicle and the right side doors of the other. A 20-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining elbow and lower arm injuries along with whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both drivers were licensed and proceeding straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. A third parked vehicle was damaged at the center back end but had no occupants. The collision caused center front and right side damage to the involved vehicles.
Unlicensed E-Bike Rider Ejected on Mermaid Avenue▸A 31-year-old male e-bike rider was ejected and injured on Mermaid Avenue. The collision involved a Jeep SUV making a left turn. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Alcohol and unsafe speed contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male e-bike rider traveling east on Mermaid Avenue was struck by a Jeep SUV making a left turn westbound. The rider was ejected from the bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and bruises noted. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was unlicensed and not using any safety equipment. The Jeep driver was licensed and traveling west. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the e-bike and the right front bumper of the SUV. No pedestrian was involved.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Neptune Avenue▸A 23-year-old man was struck by an SUV while crossing Neptune Avenue with the signal. The impact caused head injuries and abrasions. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2017 Honda SUV traveling south on Neptune Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street with the signal at an intersection when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing head injuries and abrasions to the pedestrian. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted in the report.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Slowing Car on Belt Parkway▸Sedan struck another from behind on Belt Parkway. Nineteen-year-old driver in rear car suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite following too closely. Both cars badly damaged.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Belt Parkway when the rear vehicle struck the center back end of the lead car. The lead sedan was slowing or stopping. The 19-year-old male driver of the rear sedan was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed. The crash caused significant damage to the front of the rear sedan and the back of the lead vehicle.
Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Neptune Avenue▸A 44-year-old female driver suffered a neck contusion in a rear-end collision on Neptune Avenue. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the center back end of a stopped vehicle.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Neptune Avenue rear-ended a stopped vehicle. The driver, a 44-year-old woman, was injured with a neck contusion but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the center back end of the stopped vehicle, causing damage to the right rear bumper of the sedan. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The injured party was the driver of the striking vehicle, and no other persons or pedestrians were involved.
SUV Skids on Cropsey, Passenger Hurt▸SUV lost grip on slick Cropsey Avenue. Right front bumper smashed. Front passenger, 67, suffered whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in. No ejection. Pavement conditions led to injury.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV traveling north on Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn hit a patch of slippery pavement. The vehicle struck with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. The front passenger, a 67-year-old woman, suffered whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash injured the passenger, but she was not ejected and did not lose consciousness.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Commercial Truck▸A sedan turned left on Neptune Avenue. It hit a commercial vehicle going straight. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Both vehicles took front-end damage. The crash left one person hurt.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old woman driving a sedan made a left turn on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn and collided with a commercial vehicle traveling straight. The sedan driver was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sedan was making a left turn at the time of the crash. The commercial vehicle was driven by a licensed woman from Pennsylvania. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cropsey Avenue▸A 58-year-old woman bicyclist was partially ejected after a collision with an SUV on Cropsey Avenue. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene. The crash involved confusion on the bicyclist’s part, according to police.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a crash with a northbound SUV on Cropsey Avenue. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV struck the left side doors of the bike with its center front end. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor twice, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Surf Avenue▸A 24-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Surf Avenue with the signal. The vehicle failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was alone, traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Surf Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2021 SUV traveling eastbound, driven by a licensed female driver. The crash occurred when the driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered moderate injury.
SUV U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell Avenue▸SUV swung a U-turn. It struck a northbound sedan. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered back pain and shock. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Stillwell Avenue saw another wound.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV made a U-turn on Stillwell Avenue and hit a Honda sedan traveling north. The SUV struck the sedan's left side doors with its front end. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was injured. He suffered back pain, shock, and nausea. He was not ejected and was the only person in his car. The report lists all contributing factors as unspecified. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger of U-turns and side impacts. No other injuries were reported.
Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-01-24
12-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Emerging From Parked Car▸A 12-year-old girl was struck by a southbound sedan on West 25 Street in Brooklyn. She emerged from in front of a parked vehicle and suffered an upper arm contusion. The driver’s car showed no damage. The child was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured after emerging from in front of a parked vehicle on West 25 Street, Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and an upper arm injury. The driver, a licensed male from Delaware, was traveling southbound in a 2017 Dodge sedan going straight ahead. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front bumper, but the car sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factor as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion." No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No safety equipment or helmet was mentioned.
Brannan Condemns Insurance Plan Amid Traffic Safety Failures▸Norman Fruchter, education reformer, died after a driver reversed into him at a crosswalk-less Bay Ridge intersection. The driver stayed. No charges. A vigil drew family, officials, and anger. Fruchter’s wife was killed by a reckless driver in 1997. Grief, outrage, no justice.
On January 4, 2023, Norman Fruchter was struck and killed by a reversing driver at 68th Street and Bliss Terrace in Council District 47. The intersection lacked a pedestrian crosswalk. Council Member Justin Brannan attended the vigil and tweeted, 'Confronting traffic violence also means taking personal responsibility [and] safe driving habits. It will take all of us.' The driver remained at the scene but faced no charges. Fruchter’s son Lev condemned the New York Automobile Insurance Plan for letting dangerous drivers stay insured. Community leaders, including NYC Comptroller Brad Lander and State Senator Andrew Gounardes, joined in mourning and frustration. Fruchter’s wife Rachel was also killed by a reckless driver in 1997, a tragedy that helped spark Vision Zero. Nearly three decades later, traffic laws remain weak. No systemic change. Vulnerable road users still pay the price.
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Education reform leader remembered after being killed by traffic violence,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-01-20
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A 48-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Stillwell Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver made a left turn and hit the cyclist traveling west. The bicyclist suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2022 Mazda SUV was making a left turn on Stillwell Avenue when it collided with a westbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the crash. The SUV struck the bicyclist with its left front bumper, causing injury but no ejection. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in Brooklyn.
Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A sedan hit a 73-year-old man crossing Surf Avenue. The driver, distracted, struck him with the right front bumper. The man suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, leg, and foot. He was conscious but badly hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Surf Avenue struck a 73-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection. The impact occurred at the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in serious injuries. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
Two Sedans Collide on Surf Avenue▸Two sedans traveling east on Surf Avenue collided. The left front bumper of one struck the right side doors of the other. A 20-year-old female driver suffered elbow and lower arm injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed and going straight ahead.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Surf Avenue while both were traveling eastbound. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of one vehicle and the right side doors of the other. A 20-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining elbow and lower arm injuries along with whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both drivers were licensed and proceeding straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. A third parked vehicle was damaged at the center back end but had no occupants. The collision caused center front and right side damage to the involved vehicles.
Unlicensed E-Bike Rider Ejected on Mermaid Avenue▸A 31-year-old male e-bike rider was ejected and injured on Mermaid Avenue. The collision involved a Jeep SUV making a left turn. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Alcohol and unsafe speed contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male e-bike rider traveling east on Mermaid Avenue was struck by a Jeep SUV making a left turn westbound. The rider was ejected from the bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and bruises noted. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was unlicensed and not using any safety equipment. The Jeep driver was licensed and traveling west. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the e-bike and the right front bumper of the SUV. No pedestrian was involved.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Neptune Avenue▸A 23-year-old man was struck by an SUV while crossing Neptune Avenue with the signal. The impact caused head injuries and abrasions. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2017 Honda SUV traveling south on Neptune Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street with the signal at an intersection when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing head injuries and abrasions to the pedestrian. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted in the report.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Slowing Car on Belt Parkway▸Sedan struck another from behind on Belt Parkway. Nineteen-year-old driver in rear car suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite following too closely. Both cars badly damaged.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Belt Parkway when the rear vehicle struck the center back end of the lead car. The lead sedan was slowing or stopping. The 19-year-old male driver of the rear sedan was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed. The crash caused significant damage to the front of the rear sedan and the back of the lead vehicle.
Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Neptune Avenue▸A 44-year-old female driver suffered a neck contusion in a rear-end collision on Neptune Avenue. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the center back end of a stopped vehicle.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Neptune Avenue rear-ended a stopped vehicle. The driver, a 44-year-old woman, was injured with a neck contusion but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the center back end of the stopped vehicle, causing damage to the right rear bumper of the sedan. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The injured party was the driver of the striking vehicle, and no other persons or pedestrians were involved.
SUV Skids on Cropsey, Passenger Hurt▸SUV lost grip on slick Cropsey Avenue. Right front bumper smashed. Front passenger, 67, suffered whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in. No ejection. Pavement conditions led to injury.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV traveling north on Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn hit a patch of slippery pavement. The vehicle struck with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. The front passenger, a 67-year-old woman, suffered whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash injured the passenger, but she was not ejected and did not lose consciousness.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Commercial Truck▸A sedan turned left on Neptune Avenue. It hit a commercial vehicle going straight. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Both vehicles took front-end damage. The crash left one person hurt.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old woman driving a sedan made a left turn on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn and collided with a commercial vehicle traveling straight. The sedan driver was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sedan was making a left turn at the time of the crash. The commercial vehicle was driven by a licensed woman from Pennsylvania. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cropsey Avenue▸A 58-year-old woman bicyclist was partially ejected after a collision with an SUV on Cropsey Avenue. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene. The crash involved confusion on the bicyclist’s part, according to police.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a crash with a northbound SUV on Cropsey Avenue. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV struck the left side doors of the bike with its center front end. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor twice, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Surf Avenue▸A 24-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Surf Avenue with the signal. The vehicle failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was alone, traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Surf Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2021 SUV traveling eastbound, driven by a licensed female driver. The crash occurred when the driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered moderate injury.
SUV U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell Avenue▸SUV swung a U-turn. It struck a northbound sedan. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered back pain and shock. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Stillwell Avenue saw another wound.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV made a U-turn on Stillwell Avenue and hit a Honda sedan traveling north. The SUV struck the sedan's left side doors with its front end. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was injured. He suffered back pain, shock, and nausea. He was not ejected and was the only person in his car. The report lists all contributing factors as unspecified. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger of U-turns and side impacts. No other injuries were reported.
A 12-year-old girl was struck by a southbound sedan on West 25 Street in Brooklyn. She emerged from in front of a parked vehicle and suffered an upper arm contusion. The driver’s car showed no damage. The child was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured after emerging from in front of a parked vehicle on West 25 Street, Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and an upper arm injury. The driver, a licensed male from Delaware, was traveling southbound in a 2017 Dodge sedan going straight ahead. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front bumper, but the car sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factor as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion." No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No safety equipment or helmet was mentioned.
Brannan Condemns Insurance Plan Amid Traffic Safety Failures▸Norman Fruchter, education reformer, died after a driver reversed into him at a crosswalk-less Bay Ridge intersection. The driver stayed. No charges. A vigil drew family, officials, and anger. Fruchter’s wife was killed by a reckless driver in 1997. Grief, outrage, no justice.
On January 4, 2023, Norman Fruchter was struck and killed by a reversing driver at 68th Street and Bliss Terrace in Council District 47. The intersection lacked a pedestrian crosswalk. Council Member Justin Brannan attended the vigil and tweeted, 'Confronting traffic violence also means taking personal responsibility [and] safe driving habits. It will take all of us.' The driver remained at the scene but faced no charges. Fruchter’s son Lev condemned the New York Automobile Insurance Plan for letting dangerous drivers stay insured. Community leaders, including NYC Comptroller Brad Lander and State Senator Andrew Gounardes, joined in mourning and frustration. Fruchter’s wife Rachel was also killed by a reckless driver in 1997, a tragedy that helped spark Vision Zero. Nearly three decades later, traffic laws remain weak. No systemic change. Vulnerable road users still pay the price.
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Education reform leader remembered after being killed by traffic violence,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-01-20
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A 48-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Stillwell Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver made a left turn and hit the cyclist traveling west. The bicyclist suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2022 Mazda SUV was making a left turn on Stillwell Avenue when it collided with a westbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the crash. The SUV struck the bicyclist with its left front bumper, causing injury but no ejection. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in Brooklyn.
Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A sedan hit a 73-year-old man crossing Surf Avenue. The driver, distracted, struck him with the right front bumper. The man suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, leg, and foot. He was conscious but badly hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Surf Avenue struck a 73-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection. The impact occurred at the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in serious injuries. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
Two Sedans Collide on Surf Avenue▸Two sedans traveling east on Surf Avenue collided. The left front bumper of one struck the right side doors of the other. A 20-year-old female driver suffered elbow and lower arm injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed and going straight ahead.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Surf Avenue while both were traveling eastbound. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of one vehicle and the right side doors of the other. A 20-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining elbow and lower arm injuries along with whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both drivers were licensed and proceeding straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. A third parked vehicle was damaged at the center back end but had no occupants. The collision caused center front and right side damage to the involved vehicles.
Unlicensed E-Bike Rider Ejected on Mermaid Avenue▸A 31-year-old male e-bike rider was ejected and injured on Mermaid Avenue. The collision involved a Jeep SUV making a left turn. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Alcohol and unsafe speed contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male e-bike rider traveling east on Mermaid Avenue was struck by a Jeep SUV making a left turn westbound. The rider was ejected from the bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and bruises noted. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was unlicensed and not using any safety equipment. The Jeep driver was licensed and traveling west. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the e-bike and the right front bumper of the SUV. No pedestrian was involved.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Neptune Avenue▸A 23-year-old man was struck by an SUV while crossing Neptune Avenue with the signal. The impact caused head injuries and abrasions. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2017 Honda SUV traveling south on Neptune Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street with the signal at an intersection when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing head injuries and abrasions to the pedestrian. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted in the report.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Slowing Car on Belt Parkway▸Sedan struck another from behind on Belt Parkway. Nineteen-year-old driver in rear car suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite following too closely. Both cars badly damaged.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Belt Parkway when the rear vehicle struck the center back end of the lead car. The lead sedan was slowing or stopping. The 19-year-old male driver of the rear sedan was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed. The crash caused significant damage to the front of the rear sedan and the back of the lead vehicle.
Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Neptune Avenue▸A 44-year-old female driver suffered a neck contusion in a rear-end collision on Neptune Avenue. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the center back end of a stopped vehicle.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Neptune Avenue rear-ended a stopped vehicle. The driver, a 44-year-old woman, was injured with a neck contusion but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the center back end of the stopped vehicle, causing damage to the right rear bumper of the sedan. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The injured party was the driver of the striking vehicle, and no other persons or pedestrians were involved.
SUV Skids on Cropsey, Passenger Hurt▸SUV lost grip on slick Cropsey Avenue. Right front bumper smashed. Front passenger, 67, suffered whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in. No ejection. Pavement conditions led to injury.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV traveling north on Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn hit a patch of slippery pavement. The vehicle struck with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. The front passenger, a 67-year-old woman, suffered whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash injured the passenger, but she was not ejected and did not lose consciousness.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Commercial Truck▸A sedan turned left on Neptune Avenue. It hit a commercial vehicle going straight. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Both vehicles took front-end damage. The crash left one person hurt.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old woman driving a sedan made a left turn on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn and collided with a commercial vehicle traveling straight. The sedan driver was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sedan was making a left turn at the time of the crash. The commercial vehicle was driven by a licensed woman from Pennsylvania. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cropsey Avenue▸A 58-year-old woman bicyclist was partially ejected after a collision with an SUV on Cropsey Avenue. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene. The crash involved confusion on the bicyclist’s part, according to police.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a crash with a northbound SUV on Cropsey Avenue. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV struck the left side doors of the bike with its center front end. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor twice, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Surf Avenue▸A 24-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Surf Avenue with the signal. The vehicle failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was alone, traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Surf Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2021 SUV traveling eastbound, driven by a licensed female driver. The crash occurred when the driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered moderate injury.
SUV U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell Avenue▸SUV swung a U-turn. It struck a northbound sedan. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered back pain and shock. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Stillwell Avenue saw another wound.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV made a U-turn on Stillwell Avenue and hit a Honda sedan traveling north. The SUV struck the sedan's left side doors with its front end. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was injured. He suffered back pain, shock, and nausea. He was not ejected and was the only person in his car. The report lists all contributing factors as unspecified. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger of U-turns and side impacts. No other injuries were reported.
Norman Fruchter, education reformer, died after a driver reversed into him at a crosswalk-less Bay Ridge intersection. The driver stayed. No charges. A vigil drew family, officials, and anger. Fruchter’s wife was killed by a reckless driver in 1997. Grief, outrage, no justice.
On January 4, 2023, Norman Fruchter was struck and killed by a reversing driver at 68th Street and Bliss Terrace in Council District 47. The intersection lacked a pedestrian crosswalk. Council Member Justin Brannan attended the vigil and tweeted, 'Confronting traffic violence also means taking personal responsibility [and] safe driving habits. It will take all of us.' The driver remained at the scene but faced no charges. Fruchter’s son Lev condemned the New York Automobile Insurance Plan for letting dangerous drivers stay insured. Community leaders, including NYC Comptroller Brad Lander and State Senator Andrew Gounardes, joined in mourning and frustration. Fruchter’s wife Rachel was also killed by a reckless driver in 1997, a tragedy that helped spark Vision Zero. Nearly three decades later, traffic laws remain weak. No systemic change. Vulnerable road users still pay the price.
- Education reform leader remembered after being killed by traffic violence, brooklynpaper.com, Published 2023-01-20
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A 48-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Stillwell Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver made a left turn and hit the cyclist traveling west. The bicyclist suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2022 Mazda SUV was making a left turn on Stillwell Avenue when it collided with a westbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the crash. The SUV struck the bicyclist with its left front bumper, causing injury but no ejection. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in Brooklyn.
Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A sedan hit a 73-year-old man crossing Surf Avenue. The driver, distracted, struck him with the right front bumper. The man suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, leg, and foot. He was conscious but badly hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Surf Avenue struck a 73-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection. The impact occurred at the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in serious injuries. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
Two Sedans Collide on Surf Avenue▸Two sedans traveling east on Surf Avenue collided. The left front bumper of one struck the right side doors of the other. A 20-year-old female driver suffered elbow and lower arm injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed and going straight ahead.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Surf Avenue while both were traveling eastbound. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of one vehicle and the right side doors of the other. A 20-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining elbow and lower arm injuries along with whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both drivers were licensed and proceeding straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. A third parked vehicle was damaged at the center back end but had no occupants. The collision caused center front and right side damage to the involved vehicles.
Unlicensed E-Bike Rider Ejected on Mermaid Avenue▸A 31-year-old male e-bike rider was ejected and injured on Mermaid Avenue. The collision involved a Jeep SUV making a left turn. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Alcohol and unsafe speed contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male e-bike rider traveling east on Mermaid Avenue was struck by a Jeep SUV making a left turn westbound. The rider was ejected from the bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and bruises noted. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was unlicensed and not using any safety equipment. The Jeep driver was licensed and traveling west. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the e-bike and the right front bumper of the SUV. No pedestrian was involved.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Neptune Avenue▸A 23-year-old man was struck by an SUV while crossing Neptune Avenue with the signal. The impact caused head injuries and abrasions. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2017 Honda SUV traveling south on Neptune Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street with the signal at an intersection when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing head injuries and abrasions to the pedestrian. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted in the report.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Slowing Car on Belt Parkway▸Sedan struck another from behind on Belt Parkway. Nineteen-year-old driver in rear car suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite following too closely. Both cars badly damaged.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Belt Parkway when the rear vehicle struck the center back end of the lead car. The lead sedan was slowing or stopping. The 19-year-old male driver of the rear sedan was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed. The crash caused significant damage to the front of the rear sedan and the back of the lead vehicle.
Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Neptune Avenue▸A 44-year-old female driver suffered a neck contusion in a rear-end collision on Neptune Avenue. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the center back end of a stopped vehicle.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Neptune Avenue rear-ended a stopped vehicle. The driver, a 44-year-old woman, was injured with a neck contusion but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the center back end of the stopped vehicle, causing damage to the right rear bumper of the sedan. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The injured party was the driver of the striking vehicle, and no other persons or pedestrians were involved.
SUV Skids on Cropsey, Passenger Hurt▸SUV lost grip on slick Cropsey Avenue. Right front bumper smashed. Front passenger, 67, suffered whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in. No ejection. Pavement conditions led to injury.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV traveling north on Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn hit a patch of slippery pavement. The vehicle struck with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. The front passenger, a 67-year-old woman, suffered whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash injured the passenger, but she was not ejected and did not lose consciousness.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Commercial Truck▸A sedan turned left on Neptune Avenue. It hit a commercial vehicle going straight. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Both vehicles took front-end damage. The crash left one person hurt.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old woman driving a sedan made a left turn on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn and collided with a commercial vehicle traveling straight. The sedan driver was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sedan was making a left turn at the time of the crash. The commercial vehicle was driven by a licensed woman from Pennsylvania. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cropsey Avenue▸A 58-year-old woman bicyclist was partially ejected after a collision with an SUV on Cropsey Avenue. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene. The crash involved confusion on the bicyclist’s part, according to police.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a crash with a northbound SUV on Cropsey Avenue. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV struck the left side doors of the bike with its center front end. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor twice, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Surf Avenue▸A 24-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Surf Avenue with the signal. The vehicle failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was alone, traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Surf Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2021 SUV traveling eastbound, driven by a licensed female driver. The crash occurred when the driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered moderate injury.
SUV U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell Avenue▸SUV swung a U-turn. It struck a northbound sedan. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered back pain and shock. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Stillwell Avenue saw another wound.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV made a U-turn on Stillwell Avenue and hit a Honda sedan traveling north. The SUV struck the sedan's left side doors with its front end. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was injured. He suffered back pain, shock, and nausea. He was not ejected and was the only person in his car. The report lists all contributing factors as unspecified. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger of U-turns and side impacts. No other injuries were reported.
A 48-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Stillwell Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver made a left turn and hit the cyclist traveling west. The bicyclist suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2022 Mazda SUV was making a left turn on Stillwell Avenue when it collided with a westbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the crash. The SUV struck the bicyclist with its left front bumper, causing injury but no ejection. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in Brooklyn.
Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A sedan hit a 73-year-old man crossing Surf Avenue. The driver, distracted, struck him with the right front bumper. The man suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, leg, and foot. He was conscious but badly hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Surf Avenue struck a 73-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection. The impact occurred at the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in serious injuries. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
Two Sedans Collide on Surf Avenue▸Two sedans traveling east on Surf Avenue collided. The left front bumper of one struck the right side doors of the other. A 20-year-old female driver suffered elbow and lower arm injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed and going straight ahead.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Surf Avenue while both were traveling eastbound. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of one vehicle and the right side doors of the other. A 20-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining elbow and lower arm injuries along with whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both drivers were licensed and proceeding straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. A third parked vehicle was damaged at the center back end but had no occupants. The collision caused center front and right side damage to the involved vehicles.
Unlicensed E-Bike Rider Ejected on Mermaid Avenue▸A 31-year-old male e-bike rider was ejected and injured on Mermaid Avenue. The collision involved a Jeep SUV making a left turn. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Alcohol and unsafe speed contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male e-bike rider traveling east on Mermaid Avenue was struck by a Jeep SUV making a left turn westbound. The rider was ejected from the bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and bruises noted. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was unlicensed and not using any safety equipment. The Jeep driver was licensed and traveling west. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the e-bike and the right front bumper of the SUV. No pedestrian was involved.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Neptune Avenue▸A 23-year-old man was struck by an SUV while crossing Neptune Avenue with the signal. The impact caused head injuries and abrasions. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2017 Honda SUV traveling south on Neptune Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street with the signal at an intersection when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing head injuries and abrasions to the pedestrian. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted in the report.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Slowing Car on Belt Parkway▸Sedan struck another from behind on Belt Parkway. Nineteen-year-old driver in rear car suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite following too closely. Both cars badly damaged.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Belt Parkway when the rear vehicle struck the center back end of the lead car. The lead sedan was slowing or stopping. The 19-year-old male driver of the rear sedan was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed. The crash caused significant damage to the front of the rear sedan and the back of the lead vehicle.
Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Neptune Avenue▸A 44-year-old female driver suffered a neck contusion in a rear-end collision on Neptune Avenue. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the center back end of a stopped vehicle.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Neptune Avenue rear-ended a stopped vehicle. The driver, a 44-year-old woman, was injured with a neck contusion but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the center back end of the stopped vehicle, causing damage to the right rear bumper of the sedan. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The injured party was the driver of the striking vehicle, and no other persons or pedestrians were involved.
SUV Skids on Cropsey, Passenger Hurt▸SUV lost grip on slick Cropsey Avenue. Right front bumper smashed. Front passenger, 67, suffered whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in. No ejection. Pavement conditions led to injury.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV traveling north on Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn hit a patch of slippery pavement. The vehicle struck with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. The front passenger, a 67-year-old woman, suffered whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash injured the passenger, but she was not ejected and did not lose consciousness.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Commercial Truck▸A sedan turned left on Neptune Avenue. It hit a commercial vehicle going straight. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Both vehicles took front-end damage. The crash left one person hurt.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old woman driving a sedan made a left turn on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn and collided with a commercial vehicle traveling straight. The sedan driver was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sedan was making a left turn at the time of the crash. The commercial vehicle was driven by a licensed woman from Pennsylvania. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cropsey Avenue▸A 58-year-old woman bicyclist was partially ejected after a collision with an SUV on Cropsey Avenue. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene. The crash involved confusion on the bicyclist’s part, according to police.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a crash with a northbound SUV on Cropsey Avenue. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV struck the left side doors of the bike with its center front end. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor twice, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Surf Avenue▸A 24-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Surf Avenue with the signal. The vehicle failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was alone, traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Surf Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2021 SUV traveling eastbound, driven by a licensed female driver. The crash occurred when the driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered moderate injury.
SUV U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell Avenue▸SUV swung a U-turn. It struck a northbound sedan. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered back pain and shock. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Stillwell Avenue saw another wound.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV made a U-turn on Stillwell Avenue and hit a Honda sedan traveling north. The SUV struck the sedan's left side doors with its front end. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was injured. He suffered back pain, shock, and nausea. He was not ejected and was the only person in his car. The report lists all contributing factors as unspecified. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger of U-turns and side impacts. No other injuries were reported.
A sedan hit a 73-year-old man crossing Surf Avenue. The driver, distracted, struck him with the right front bumper. The man suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, leg, and foot. He was conscious but badly hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Surf Avenue struck a 73-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection. The impact occurred at the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in serious injuries. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
Two Sedans Collide on Surf Avenue▸Two sedans traveling east on Surf Avenue collided. The left front bumper of one struck the right side doors of the other. A 20-year-old female driver suffered elbow and lower arm injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed and going straight ahead.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Surf Avenue while both were traveling eastbound. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of one vehicle and the right side doors of the other. A 20-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining elbow and lower arm injuries along with whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both drivers were licensed and proceeding straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. A third parked vehicle was damaged at the center back end but had no occupants. The collision caused center front and right side damage to the involved vehicles.
Unlicensed E-Bike Rider Ejected on Mermaid Avenue▸A 31-year-old male e-bike rider was ejected and injured on Mermaid Avenue. The collision involved a Jeep SUV making a left turn. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Alcohol and unsafe speed contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male e-bike rider traveling east on Mermaid Avenue was struck by a Jeep SUV making a left turn westbound. The rider was ejected from the bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and bruises noted. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was unlicensed and not using any safety equipment. The Jeep driver was licensed and traveling west. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the e-bike and the right front bumper of the SUV. No pedestrian was involved.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Neptune Avenue▸A 23-year-old man was struck by an SUV while crossing Neptune Avenue with the signal. The impact caused head injuries and abrasions. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2017 Honda SUV traveling south on Neptune Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street with the signal at an intersection when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing head injuries and abrasions to the pedestrian. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted in the report.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Slowing Car on Belt Parkway▸Sedan struck another from behind on Belt Parkway. Nineteen-year-old driver in rear car suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite following too closely. Both cars badly damaged.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Belt Parkway when the rear vehicle struck the center back end of the lead car. The lead sedan was slowing or stopping. The 19-year-old male driver of the rear sedan was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed. The crash caused significant damage to the front of the rear sedan and the back of the lead vehicle.
Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Neptune Avenue▸A 44-year-old female driver suffered a neck contusion in a rear-end collision on Neptune Avenue. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the center back end of a stopped vehicle.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Neptune Avenue rear-ended a stopped vehicle. The driver, a 44-year-old woman, was injured with a neck contusion but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the center back end of the stopped vehicle, causing damage to the right rear bumper of the sedan. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The injured party was the driver of the striking vehicle, and no other persons or pedestrians were involved.
SUV Skids on Cropsey, Passenger Hurt▸SUV lost grip on slick Cropsey Avenue. Right front bumper smashed. Front passenger, 67, suffered whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in. No ejection. Pavement conditions led to injury.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV traveling north on Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn hit a patch of slippery pavement. The vehicle struck with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. The front passenger, a 67-year-old woman, suffered whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash injured the passenger, but she was not ejected and did not lose consciousness.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Commercial Truck▸A sedan turned left on Neptune Avenue. It hit a commercial vehicle going straight. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Both vehicles took front-end damage. The crash left one person hurt.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old woman driving a sedan made a left turn on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn and collided with a commercial vehicle traveling straight. The sedan driver was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sedan was making a left turn at the time of the crash. The commercial vehicle was driven by a licensed woman from Pennsylvania. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cropsey Avenue▸A 58-year-old woman bicyclist was partially ejected after a collision with an SUV on Cropsey Avenue. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene. The crash involved confusion on the bicyclist’s part, according to police.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a crash with a northbound SUV on Cropsey Avenue. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV struck the left side doors of the bike with its center front end. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor twice, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Surf Avenue▸A 24-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Surf Avenue with the signal. The vehicle failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was alone, traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Surf Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2021 SUV traveling eastbound, driven by a licensed female driver. The crash occurred when the driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered moderate injury.
SUV U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell Avenue▸SUV swung a U-turn. It struck a northbound sedan. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered back pain and shock. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Stillwell Avenue saw another wound.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV made a U-turn on Stillwell Avenue and hit a Honda sedan traveling north. The SUV struck the sedan's left side doors with its front end. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was injured. He suffered back pain, shock, and nausea. He was not ejected and was the only person in his car. The report lists all contributing factors as unspecified. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger of U-turns and side impacts. No other injuries were reported.
Two sedans traveling east on Surf Avenue collided. The left front bumper of one struck the right side doors of the other. A 20-year-old female driver suffered elbow and lower arm injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed and going straight ahead.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Surf Avenue while both were traveling eastbound. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of one vehicle and the right side doors of the other. A 20-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining elbow and lower arm injuries along with whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both drivers were licensed and proceeding straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. A third parked vehicle was damaged at the center back end but had no occupants. The collision caused center front and right side damage to the involved vehicles.
Unlicensed E-Bike Rider Ejected on Mermaid Avenue▸A 31-year-old male e-bike rider was ejected and injured on Mermaid Avenue. The collision involved a Jeep SUV making a left turn. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Alcohol and unsafe speed contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male e-bike rider traveling east on Mermaid Avenue was struck by a Jeep SUV making a left turn westbound. The rider was ejected from the bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and bruises noted. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was unlicensed and not using any safety equipment. The Jeep driver was licensed and traveling west. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the e-bike and the right front bumper of the SUV. No pedestrian was involved.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Neptune Avenue▸A 23-year-old man was struck by an SUV while crossing Neptune Avenue with the signal. The impact caused head injuries and abrasions. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2017 Honda SUV traveling south on Neptune Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street with the signal at an intersection when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing head injuries and abrasions to the pedestrian. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted in the report.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Slowing Car on Belt Parkway▸Sedan struck another from behind on Belt Parkway. Nineteen-year-old driver in rear car suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite following too closely. Both cars badly damaged.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Belt Parkway when the rear vehicle struck the center back end of the lead car. The lead sedan was slowing or stopping. The 19-year-old male driver of the rear sedan was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed. The crash caused significant damage to the front of the rear sedan and the back of the lead vehicle.
Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Neptune Avenue▸A 44-year-old female driver suffered a neck contusion in a rear-end collision on Neptune Avenue. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the center back end of a stopped vehicle.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Neptune Avenue rear-ended a stopped vehicle. The driver, a 44-year-old woman, was injured with a neck contusion but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the center back end of the stopped vehicle, causing damage to the right rear bumper of the sedan. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The injured party was the driver of the striking vehicle, and no other persons or pedestrians were involved.
SUV Skids on Cropsey, Passenger Hurt▸SUV lost grip on slick Cropsey Avenue. Right front bumper smashed. Front passenger, 67, suffered whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in. No ejection. Pavement conditions led to injury.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV traveling north on Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn hit a patch of slippery pavement. The vehicle struck with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. The front passenger, a 67-year-old woman, suffered whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash injured the passenger, but she was not ejected and did not lose consciousness.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Commercial Truck▸A sedan turned left on Neptune Avenue. It hit a commercial vehicle going straight. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Both vehicles took front-end damage. The crash left one person hurt.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old woman driving a sedan made a left turn on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn and collided with a commercial vehicle traveling straight. The sedan driver was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sedan was making a left turn at the time of the crash. The commercial vehicle was driven by a licensed woman from Pennsylvania. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cropsey Avenue▸A 58-year-old woman bicyclist was partially ejected after a collision with an SUV on Cropsey Avenue. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene. The crash involved confusion on the bicyclist’s part, according to police.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a crash with a northbound SUV on Cropsey Avenue. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV struck the left side doors of the bike with its center front end. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor twice, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Surf Avenue▸A 24-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Surf Avenue with the signal. The vehicle failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was alone, traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Surf Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2021 SUV traveling eastbound, driven by a licensed female driver. The crash occurred when the driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered moderate injury.
SUV U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell Avenue▸SUV swung a U-turn. It struck a northbound sedan. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered back pain and shock. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Stillwell Avenue saw another wound.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV made a U-turn on Stillwell Avenue and hit a Honda sedan traveling north. The SUV struck the sedan's left side doors with its front end. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was injured. He suffered back pain, shock, and nausea. He was not ejected and was the only person in his car. The report lists all contributing factors as unspecified. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger of U-turns and side impacts. No other injuries were reported.
A 31-year-old male e-bike rider was ejected and injured on Mermaid Avenue. The collision involved a Jeep SUV making a left turn. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Alcohol and unsafe speed contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male e-bike rider traveling east on Mermaid Avenue was struck by a Jeep SUV making a left turn westbound. The rider was ejected from the bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and bruises noted. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was unlicensed and not using any safety equipment. The Jeep driver was licensed and traveling west. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the e-bike and the right front bumper of the SUV. No pedestrian was involved.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Neptune Avenue▸A 23-year-old man was struck by an SUV while crossing Neptune Avenue with the signal. The impact caused head injuries and abrasions. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2017 Honda SUV traveling south on Neptune Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street with the signal at an intersection when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing head injuries and abrasions to the pedestrian. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted in the report.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Slowing Car on Belt Parkway▸Sedan struck another from behind on Belt Parkway. Nineteen-year-old driver in rear car suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite following too closely. Both cars badly damaged.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Belt Parkway when the rear vehicle struck the center back end of the lead car. The lead sedan was slowing or stopping. The 19-year-old male driver of the rear sedan was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed. The crash caused significant damage to the front of the rear sedan and the back of the lead vehicle.
Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Neptune Avenue▸A 44-year-old female driver suffered a neck contusion in a rear-end collision on Neptune Avenue. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the center back end of a stopped vehicle.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Neptune Avenue rear-ended a stopped vehicle. The driver, a 44-year-old woman, was injured with a neck contusion but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the center back end of the stopped vehicle, causing damage to the right rear bumper of the sedan. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The injured party was the driver of the striking vehicle, and no other persons or pedestrians were involved.
SUV Skids on Cropsey, Passenger Hurt▸SUV lost grip on slick Cropsey Avenue. Right front bumper smashed. Front passenger, 67, suffered whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in. No ejection. Pavement conditions led to injury.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV traveling north on Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn hit a patch of slippery pavement. The vehicle struck with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. The front passenger, a 67-year-old woman, suffered whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash injured the passenger, but she was not ejected and did not lose consciousness.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Commercial Truck▸A sedan turned left on Neptune Avenue. It hit a commercial vehicle going straight. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Both vehicles took front-end damage. The crash left one person hurt.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old woman driving a sedan made a left turn on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn and collided with a commercial vehicle traveling straight. The sedan driver was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sedan was making a left turn at the time of the crash. The commercial vehicle was driven by a licensed woman from Pennsylvania. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cropsey Avenue▸A 58-year-old woman bicyclist was partially ejected after a collision with an SUV on Cropsey Avenue. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene. The crash involved confusion on the bicyclist’s part, according to police.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a crash with a northbound SUV on Cropsey Avenue. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV struck the left side doors of the bike with its center front end. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor twice, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Surf Avenue▸A 24-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Surf Avenue with the signal. The vehicle failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was alone, traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Surf Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2021 SUV traveling eastbound, driven by a licensed female driver. The crash occurred when the driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered moderate injury.
SUV U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell Avenue▸SUV swung a U-turn. It struck a northbound sedan. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered back pain and shock. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Stillwell Avenue saw another wound.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV made a U-turn on Stillwell Avenue and hit a Honda sedan traveling north. The SUV struck the sedan's left side doors with its front end. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was injured. He suffered back pain, shock, and nausea. He was not ejected and was the only person in his car. The report lists all contributing factors as unspecified. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger of U-turns and side impacts. No other injuries were reported.
A 23-year-old man was struck by an SUV while crossing Neptune Avenue with the signal. The impact caused head injuries and abrasions. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2017 Honda SUV traveling south on Neptune Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street with the signal at an intersection when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing head injuries and abrasions to the pedestrian. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted in the report.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Slowing Car on Belt Parkway▸Sedan struck another from behind on Belt Parkway. Nineteen-year-old driver in rear car suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite following too closely. Both cars badly damaged.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Belt Parkway when the rear vehicle struck the center back end of the lead car. The lead sedan was slowing or stopping. The 19-year-old male driver of the rear sedan was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed. The crash caused significant damage to the front of the rear sedan and the back of the lead vehicle.
Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Neptune Avenue▸A 44-year-old female driver suffered a neck contusion in a rear-end collision on Neptune Avenue. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the center back end of a stopped vehicle.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Neptune Avenue rear-ended a stopped vehicle. The driver, a 44-year-old woman, was injured with a neck contusion but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the center back end of the stopped vehicle, causing damage to the right rear bumper of the sedan. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The injured party was the driver of the striking vehicle, and no other persons or pedestrians were involved.
SUV Skids on Cropsey, Passenger Hurt▸SUV lost grip on slick Cropsey Avenue. Right front bumper smashed. Front passenger, 67, suffered whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in. No ejection. Pavement conditions led to injury.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV traveling north on Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn hit a patch of slippery pavement. The vehicle struck with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. The front passenger, a 67-year-old woman, suffered whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash injured the passenger, but she was not ejected and did not lose consciousness.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Commercial Truck▸A sedan turned left on Neptune Avenue. It hit a commercial vehicle going straight. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Both vehicles took front-end damage. The crash left one person hurt.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old woman driving a sedan made a left turn on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn and collided with a commercial vehicle traveling straight. The sedan driver was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sedan was making a left turn at the time of the crash. The commercial vehicle was driven by a licensed woman from Pennsylvania. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cropsey Avenue▸A 58-year-old woman bicyclist was partially ejected after a collision with an SUV on Cropsey Avenue. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene. The crash involved confusion on the bicyclist’s part, according to police.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a crash with a northbound SUV on Cropsey Avenue. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV struck the left side doors of the bike with its center front end. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor twice, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Surf Avenue▸A 24-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Surf Avenue with the signal. The vehicle failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was alone, traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Surf Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2021 SUV traveling eastbound, driven by a licensed female driver. The crash occurred when the driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered moderate injury.
SUV U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell Avenue▸SUV swung a U-turn. It struck a northbound sedan. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered back pain and shock. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Stillwell Avenue saw another wound.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV made a U-turn on Stillwell Avenue and hit a Honda sedan traveling north. The SUV struck the sedan's left side doors with its front end. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was injured. He suffered back pain, shock, and nausea. He was not ejected and was the only person in his car. The report lists all contributing factors as unspecified. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger of U-turns and side impacts. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan struck another from behind on Belt Parkway. Nineteen-year-old driver in rear car suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite following too closely. Both cars badly damaged.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Belt Parkway when the rear vehicle struck the center back end of the lead car. The lead sedan was slowing or stopping. The 19-year-old male driver of the rear sedan was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed. The crash caused significant damage to the front of the rear sedan and the back of the lead vehicle.
Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Neptune Avenue▸A 44-year-old female driver suffered a neck contusion in a rear-end collision on Neptune Avenue. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the center back end of a stopped vehicle.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Neptune Avenue rear-ended a stopped vehicle. The driver, a 44-year-old woman, was injured with a neck contusion but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the center back end of the stopped vehicle, causing damage to the right rear bumper of the sedan. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The injured party was the driver of the striking vehicle, and no other persons or pedestrians were involved.
SUV Skids on Cropsey, Passenger Hurt▸SUV lost grip on slick Cropsey Avenue. Right front bumper smashed. Front passenger, 67, suffered whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in. No ejection. Pavement conditions led to injury.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV traveling north on Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn hit a patch of slippery pavement. The vehicle struck with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. The front passenger, a 67-year-old woman, suffered whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash injured the passenger, but she was not ejected and did not lose consciousness.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Commercial Truck▸A sedan turned left on Neptune Avenue. It hit a commercial vehicle going straight. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Both vehicles took front-end damage. The crash left one person hurt.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old woman driving a sedan made a left turn on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn and collided with a commercial vehicle traveling straight. The sedan driver was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sedan was making a left turn at the time of the crash. The commercial vehicle was driven by a licensed woman from Pennsylvania. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cropsey Avenue▸A 58-year-old woman bicyclist was partially ejected after a collision with an SUV on Cropsey Avenue. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene. The crash involved confusion on the bicyclist’s part, according to police.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a crash with a northbound SUV on Cropsey Avenue. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV struck the left side doors of the bike with its center front end. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor twice, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Surf Avenue▸A 24-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Surf Avenue with the signal. The vehicle failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was alone, traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Surf Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2021 SUV traveling eastbound, driven by a licensed female driver. The crash occurred when the driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered moderate injury.
SUV U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell Avenue▸SUV swung a U-turn. It struck a northbound sedan. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered back pain and shock. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Stillwell Avenue saw another wound.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV made a U-turn on Stillwell Avenue and hit a Honda sedan traveling north. The SUV struck the sedan's left side doors with its front end. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was injured. He suffered back pain, shock, and nausea. He was not ejected and was the only person in his car. The report lists all contributing factors as unspecified. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger of U-turns and side impacts. No other injuries were reported.
A 44-year-old female driver suffered a neck contusion in a rear-end collision on Neptune Avenue. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the center back end of a stopped vehicle.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Neptune Avenue rear-ended a stopped vehicle. The driver, a 44-year-old woman, was injured with a neck contusion but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the center back end of the stopped vehicle, causing damage to the right rear bumper of the sedan. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The injured party was the driver of the striking vehicle, and no other persons or pedestrians were involved.
SUV Skids on Cropsey, Passenger Hurt▸SUV lost grip on slick Cropsey Avenue. Right front bumper smashed. Front passenger, 67, suffered whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in. No ejection. Pavement conditions led to injury.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV traveling north on Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn hit a patch of slippery pavement. The vehicle struck with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. The front passenger, a 67-year-old woman, suffered whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash injured the passenger, but she was not ejected and did not lose consciousness.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Commercial Truck▸A sedan turned left on Neptune Avenue. It hit a commercial vehicle going straight. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Both vehicles took front-end damage. The crash left one person hurt.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old woman driving a sedan made a left turn on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn and collided with a commercial vehicle traveling straight. The sedan driver was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sedan was making a left turn at the time of the crash. The commercial vehicle was driven by a licensed woman from Pennsylvania. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cropsey Avenue▸A 58-year-old woman bicyclist was partially ejected after a collision with an SUV on Cropsey Avenue. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene. The crash involved confusion on the bicyclist’s part, according to police.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a crash with a northbound SUV on Cropsey Avenue. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV struck the left side doors of the bike with its center front end. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor twice, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Surf Avenue▸A 24-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Surf Avenue with the signal. The vehicle failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was alone, traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Surf Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2021 SUV traveling eastbound, driven by a licensed female driver. The crash occurred when the driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered moderate injury.
SUV U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell Avenue▸SUV swung a U-turn. It struck a northbound sedan. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered back pain and shock. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Stillwell Avenue saw another wound.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV made a U-turn on Stillwell Avenue and hit a Honda sedan traveling north. The SUV struck the sedan's left side doors with its front end. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was injured. He suffered back pain, shock, and nausea. He was not ejected and was the only person in his car. The report lists all contributing factors as unspecified. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger of U-turns and side impacts. No other injuries were reported.
SUV lost grip on slick Cropsey Avenue. Right front bumper smashed. Front passenger, 67, suffered whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in. No ejection. Pavement conditions led to injury.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV traveling north on Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn hit a patch of slippery pavement. The vehicle struck with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. The front passenger, a 67-year-old woman, suffered whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash injured the passenger, but she was not ejected and did not lose consciousness.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Commercial Truck▸A sedan turned left on Neptune Avenue. It hit a commercial vehicle going straight. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Both vehicles took front-end damage. The crash left one person hurt.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old woman driving a sedan made a left turn on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn and collided with a commercial vehicle traveling straight. The sedan driver was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sedan was making a left turn at the time of the crash. The commercial vehicle was driven by a licensed woman from Pennsylvania. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cropsey Avenue▸A 58-year-old woman bicyclist was partially ejected after a collision with an SUV on Cropsey Avenue. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene. The crash involved confusion on the bicyclist’s part, according to police.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a crash with a northbound SUV on Cropsey Avenue. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV struck the left side doors of the bike with its center front end. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor twice, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Surf Avenue▸A 24-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Surf Avenue with the signal. The vehicle failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was alone, traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Surf Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2021 SUV traveling eastbound, driven by a licensed female driver. The crash occurred when the driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered moderate injury.
SUV U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell Avenue▸SUV swung a U-turn. It struck a northbound sedan. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered back pain and shock. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Stillwell Avenue saw another wound.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV made a U-turn on Stillwell Avenue and hit a Honda sedan traveling north. The SUV struck the sedan's left side doors with its front end. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was injured. He suffered back pain, shock, and nausea. He was not ejected and was the only person in his car. The report lists all contributing factors as unspecified. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger of U-turns and side impacts. No other injuries were reported.
A sedan turned left on Neptune Avenue. It hit a commercial vehicle going straight. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Both vehicles took front-end damage. The crash left one person hurt.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old woman driving a sedan made a left turn on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn and collided with a commercial vehicle traveling straight. The sedan driver was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sedan was making a left turn at the time of the crash. The commercial vehicle was driven by a licensed woman from Pennsylvania. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cropsey Avenue▸A 58-year-old woman bicyclist was partially ejected after a collision with an SUV on Cropsey Avenue. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene. The crash involved confusion on the bicyclist’s part, according to police.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a crash with a northbound SUV on Cropsey Avenue. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV struck the left side doors of the bike with its center front end. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor twice, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Surf Avenue▸A 24-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Surf Avenue with the signal. The vehicle failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was alone, traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Surf Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2021 SUV traveling eastbound, driven by a licensed female driver. The crash occurred when the driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered moderate injury.
SUV U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell Avenue▸SUV swung a U-turn. It struck a northbound sedan. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered back pain and shock. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Stillwell Avenue saw another wound.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV made a U-turn on Stillwell Avenue and hit a Honda sedan traveling north. The SUV struck the sedan's left side doors with its front end. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was injured. He suffered back pain, shock, and nausea. He was not ejected and was the only person in his car. The report lists all contributing factors as unspecified. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger of U-turns and side impacts. No other injuries were reported.
A 58-year-old woman bicyclist was partially ejected after a collision with an SUV on Cropsey Avenue. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene. The crash involved confusion on the bicyclist’s part, according to police.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a crash with a northbound SUV on Cropsey Avenue. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV struck the left side doors of the bike with its center front end. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor twice, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Surf Avenue▸A 24-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Surf Avenue with the signal. The vehicle failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was alone, traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Surf Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2021 SUV traveling eastbound, driven by a licensed female driver. The crash occurred when the driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered moderate injury.
SUV U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell Avenue▸SUV swung a U-turn. It struck a northbound sedan. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered back pain and shock. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Stillwell Avenue saw another wound.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV made a U-turn on Stillwell Avenue and hit a Honda sedan traveling north. The SUV struck the sedan's left side doors with its front end. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was injured. He suffered back pain, shock, and nausea. He was not ejected and was the only person in his car. The report lists all contributing factors as unspecified. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger of U-turns and side impacts. No other injuries were reported.
A 24-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Surf Avenue with the signal. The vehicle failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was alone, traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Surf Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2021 SUV traveling eastbound, driven by a licensed female driver. The crash occurred when the driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered moderate injury.
SUV U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell Avenue▸SUV swung a U-turn. It struck a northbound sedan. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered back pain and shock. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Stillwell Avenue saw another wound.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV made a U-turn on Stillwell Avenue and hit a Honda sedan traveling north. The SUV struck the sedan's left side doors with its front end. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was injured. He suffered back pain, shock, and nausea. He was not ejected and was the only person in his car. The report lists all contributing factors as unspecified. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger of U-turns and side impacts. No other injuries were reported.
SUV swung a U-turn. It struck a northbound sedan. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered back pain and shock. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Stillwell Avenue saw another wound.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV made a U-turn on Stillwell Avenue and hit a Honda sedan traveling north. The SUV struck the sedan's left side doors with its front end. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was injured. He suffered back pain, shock, and nausea. He was not ejected and was the only person in his car. The report lists all contributing factors as unspecified. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger of U-turns and side impacts. No other injuries were reported.