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Two SUVs collided on Neptune Avenue. One was stopped. The other struck from behind. A driver and passenger were hurt. Head injury. Shock. Police cite cell phone use. The street was quiet. Metal hit metal. Emergency lights flashed.

Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed at 231 Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV was stopped in traffic when another, traveling straight ahead, struck it from behind. The impact left a 61-year-old male driver and a 37-year-old female passenger injured. The driver suffered a head injury and concussion. Both showed signs of shock. The police report lists 'Cell Phone (hand-Held)' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The data does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash highlights the danger when attention lapses behind the wheel.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4813317, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A sedan hit a 74-year-old cyclist on Neptune Avenue. The crash threw the man from his bike. He suffered a head injury and shock. Police cite driver inattention. The street saw blood and confusion. The system failed the vulnerable.

A sedan and a bicycle collided on Neptune Avenue at Coney Island Avenue in Brooklyn. The 74-year-old cyclist was ejected and injured, suffering a head wound and shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The sedan was making a left turn while the cyclist traveled straight. The data shows no contributing factors from the cyclist. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver inattention as the primary factor. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by older cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4812275, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two sedans crashed on Neptune Avenue. Both drivers distracted. One passenger suffered neck injury. Five others shaken but not seriously hurt. Metal twisted. Sirens wailed. The street bore the mark of inattention.

Two sedans collided at 371 Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted at the time of the crash. Six people were involved. One passenger, a 29-year-old man, was injured with whiplash and neck pain. Five others, including both drivers and three passengers, were listed with unspecified or minor injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No other errors or factors were cited. The crash left both cars damaged, with the impact striking the right front bumper of one sedan and the left side doors of the other.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4811635, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Night air split by screeching metal as an SUV’s right front bumper collides with a cyclist on Neptune Avenue. The rider, a 48-year-old man, is thrown from his bike, scraping his leg and foot. Sirens echo through Brighton Beach.

According to the police report, a Station Wagon/SUV traveling south on Brighton 4 Street struck a bicyclist moving east on Neptune Avenue. The impact occurred at the SUV’s right front bumper. The 48-year-old male cyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Keep Right' as a contributing factor in the crash. No other contributing factors or safety equipment issues are noted. The cyclist was conscious at the scene. No injuries were reported for the SUV driver.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4808328, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Metal screeched on Ocean Parkway as two cars collided near Neptune Avenue. A 52-year-old driver clutched her chest, conscious but hurt. The crash left twisted doors and battered bumpers, the midday sun glinting off broken glass and crumpled steel.

According to the police report, a Station Wagon/SUV making a left turn on Ocean Parkway at Neptune Avenue struck a sedan traveling straight. The crash left a 52-year-old female driver injured, suffering chest pain and whiplash. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The SUV sustained front-end damage, and the sedan was hit on its right side. Both drivers were licensed and remained conscious after the collision. The police report does not mention helmet use or turn signals as factors in this incident.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807688, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two sedans traveling opposite directions collided head-on on Neptune Avenue. The impact injured a 53-year-old female passenger, who suffered a head injury and was in shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage, highlighting a violent crash with serious consequences.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling south and north on Neptune Avenue collided head-on at 8:35 PM. Both vehicles struck each other at their center front ends, causing significant damage. A 53-year-old female passenger in one sedan was injured, sustaining a head injury and experiencing shock. She was wearing a lap belt and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles straight ahead. The collision's severity is evident in the injuries and vehicle damage, underscoring the dangers of head-on crashes on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4802441, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

An SUV executing a U-turn collided with an e-scooter traveling north on Coney Island Avenue in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver suffered a severe shoulder injury, fractured and dislocated, while the SUV sustained left-side damage. Driver errors remain unspecified.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:19 on Coney Island Avenue in Brooklyn. A 37-year-old male e-scooter driver, traveling northbound, was struck on the left side by a 2024 SUV making a U-turn. The e-scooter rider sustained a severe injury described as a fractured, distorted, and dislocated shoulder-upper arm but remained conscious and was not ejected. The SUV driver, licensed in New Jersey, was the sole occupant and caused damage to the vehicle's left side doors. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' indicating no clear driver errors were identified or recorded. No victim behaviors or helmet use were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the danger posed by vehicle maneuvers such as U-turns intersecting with vulnerable road users like e-scooter riders.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4799272, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two SUVs collided head-on on Belt Parkway. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries and internal complaints. Police cited improper lane usage and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 22:22 involving two SUVs traveling in opposite directions. One driver, a 30-year-old female, was injured with neck trauma and internal complaints but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factors, indicating driver errors leading to the collision. The point of impact was the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other, consistent with improper lane usage during passing maneuvers. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The report highlights systemic danger from driver misjudgment and unsafe speed on a major roadway.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4798055, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway at 9:37 p.m. Both drivers were traveling eastbound when impact occurred. Unsafe speed by both drivers caused the collision. One occupant suffered injuries to the entire body and was in shock after the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 21:37. Two sedans collided while both were traveling straight ahead eastbound. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel of one sedan and the center front end of the other. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. One driver, a 41-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained injuries to his entire body and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The police report does not cite any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior. The collision resulted from driver errors involving unsafe speed, leading to significant bodily injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4795582, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two SUVs collided on Coney Island Avenue in Brooklyn. The rear vehicle struck the front vehicle’s center back end. A front passenger suffered full-body injuries and incoherence. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.

According to the police report, at 16:20 in Brooklyn, two SUVs traveling south on Coney Island Avenue collided. The rear vehicle impacted the center back end of the front vehicle. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash. A 41-year-old male front passenger in one of the vehicles sustained injuries to his entire body, was incoherent, and complained of pain or nausea. The injured occupant was not ejected from the vehicle. Both vehicles were station wagons or SUVs, with the rear vehicle causing damage described as 'Center Back End.' The driver errors focused on tailgating, with no victim behaviors listed as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4795612, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A sedan making a U-turn struck a 50-year-old woman crossing Brighton Beach Avenue outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered bruises and arm injuries. Driver inattention caused the collision, highlighting dangers of distracted driving in Brooklyn.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Brighton Beach Avenue in Brooklyn at 14:15. A sedan traveling west was making a U-turn when it struck a 50-year-old female pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, with an injury severity rated as moderate. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian was conscious and not at an intersection or crosswalk at the time of impact. The vehicle showed no damage despite the collision. This incident underscores the critical role of driver errors, specifically distraction during complex maneuvers like U-turns, in causing harm to vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4795278, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 41-year-old man suffered whole-body injuries and minor bleeding after a collision on Brighton 5 St near Brighton Beach Ave. The pedestrian was left in shock. Details on driver actions or contributing factors remain unspecified in the police report.

According to the police report, a pedestrian, a 41-year-old male, was injured in a crash on Brighton 5 St near Brighton Beach Ave in Brooklyn at 4:00 AM. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body and experienced minor bleeding, resulting in shock. The report does not specify the type of vehicle involved or any contributing factors such as driver errors or pedestrian actions. No details on driver license status, vehicle movement, or point of impact were provided. The absence of cited driver errors or contributing factors in the report limits the ability to identify systemic dangers or driver mistakes in this incident.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4793146, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A taxi traveling south and an SUV making a right turn collided on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. A 73-year-old female passenger in the SUV suffered knee and lower leg injuries, experiencing shock and pain. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:23 AM on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. A 2024 Toyota taxi was traveling straight south when it collided with a 2024 Mazda SUV making a right turn. The point of impact was the taxi's right front bumper and the SUV's left front bumper. The SUV had one occupant, a 73-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear, who was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. She was secured with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The taxi had two occupants, including the male licensed driver. The report does not specify contributing factors or driver errors, but the collision involved conflicting vehicle movements—straight travel versus a right turn—indicating potential failure to yield or right-of-way errors by one or both drivers. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4792828, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

An ambulance making a left turn on Ocean Parkway crashed, striking with its right front bumper. The female driver’s inattention caused the collision. A 53-year-old male passenger inside was injured and rendered unconscious, highlighting dangers from distracted emergency vehicle operation.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:43 a.m. on Ocean Parkway near Belt Parkway. The ambulance, driven by a licensed female driver from New York, was making a left turn when the collision happened. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the ambulance, which sustained damage. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to maintain proper focus while maneuvering. Inside the ambulance, a 53-year-old male occupant in the rear suffered injuries and was found unconscious. The report notes no safety equipment was used by the passenger, but does not list this as a contributing factor. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or identified. This incident underscores risks posed by distracted driving even in emergency vehicles.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4791656, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 79-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan made a left turn and struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver’s inexperience was cited as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and bruised but not ejected.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Brighton Beach Avenue in Brooklyn at 11:32 AM. A sedan traveling north made a left turn and struck a 79-year-old female pedestrian located at the intersection. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity classified as moderate. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor to the collision. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but was not ejected from any vehicle. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4789755, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two sedans collided on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. The male driver failed to yield right-of-way. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The front passenger was also injured. Both occupants were conscious and restrained by seat belts.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:19 on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn involving two sedans. The male driver, traveling west, was cited for failure to yield right-of-way. The collision impacted the left front bumper of one vehicle and the right front bumper of the other. Both the driver and front passenger of the northbound sedan sustained neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. Both occupants were conscious and secured with lap belts and harnesses. The report explicitly identifies the male driver's failure to yield as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The female driver was making a left turn at the time of impact. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding right-of-way at intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4788077, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 68-year-old man driving a sedan suffered back contusions after an SUV struck his vehicle’s left rear bumper. The crash, marked by driver inattention, unfolded on Ocean Parkway, leaving the sedan driver injured but restrained by a lap belt.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:51 PM on Ocean Parkway involving two vehicles: a 2025 SUV and a 2022 sedan. The SUV was parked before the crash and impacted the left rear bumper of the sedan, which was traveling westbound. The sedan driver, a 68-year-old male occupant, sustained back contusions and was not ejected, secured by a lap belt. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to maintain proper attention, leading to the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The impact caused damage to the left rear bumper of the SUV and the right front bumper of the sedan.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4786229, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 31-year-old man crossing Ocean Parkway with the signal was struck by an SUV making a right turn. The driver’s inattention caused a collision that bruised the pedestrian’s lower leg. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact.

According to the police report, at 18:09 an SUV traveling north on Ocean Parkway made a right turn and struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian, a 31-year-old male, suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle, a 2012 Toyota SUV, sustained no damage despite the center front end impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The report does not list any pedestrian behaviors as contributing factors. This collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving during turning maneuvers in pedestrian zones.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4784690, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A box truck turned right on Brighton Beach Avenue. Its bumper struck a young woman crossing. Blood pooled on the pavement. She stayed conscious, leg torn open. The truck stood silent, metal clean. The street bore the wound.

According to the police report, a box truck was making a right turn at Brighton Beach Avenue and Brighton 7th Street when its right front bumper struck a 27-year-old woman crossing the intersection. The report notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to her knee and lower leg, remaining conscious at the scene. The narrative describes blood on the pavement and the truck coming to a stop with no visible damage. The police report also states the pedestrian was 'crossing against the light,' but the primary cited cause remains driver inattention. The collision highlights the lethal consequences when large vehicles and vulnerable road users meet at busy Brooklyn intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4780524, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 13-year-old girl crossing with the signal was struck by a northbound sedan on Coney Island Avenue. The impact caused contusions and hip-upper leg injuries. The driver’s inattention was cited as the primary cause of the crash.

According to the police report, a 13-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Coney Island Avenue in Brooklyn around 5:50 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a northbound sedan struck her on the left front bumper. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to the hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The vehicle showed no damage. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior. This collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in areas where pedestrians are legally crossing.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4778200, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14