Jun 27 - A distracted driver slammed into a parked sedan near Brighton 2 Street. A 46-year-old woman suffered a bruised back. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous. Distraction fueled the crash.

According to the police report, a 2019 Cadillac sedan traveling straight struck a parked sedan near 3044 Brighton 2 Street in Brooklyn. The 46-year-old female driver was injured, suffering a back contusion. She was conscious and restrained at the scene. The crash involved impact to the right front quarter panel of her vehicle and the right rear quarter panel of the parked car. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4641291 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 18 - Unlicensed driver slammed sedan into barrier on Shore Parkway. Alcohol and speed fueled the crash. Driver suffered head fractures and dislocations. No other victims reported.

According to the police report, a 29-year-old unlicensed male driver crashed a 2021 Dodge sedan on Shore Parkway at 1:01 a.m. The sedan, traveling east and going straight, struck an object with its center front end. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The driver suffered head injuries, including fractures and dislocations, but was not ejected and remained conscious. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other people were reported injured in the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4638458 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 15 - A motorcycle slammed into an SUV’s right side in Brooklyn. The rider, 27, was thrown and hurt in the leg and foot. Both drivers were distracted. The SUV was undamaged. The motorcycle’s rear quarter took the blow.

According to the police report, a motorcycle and an SUV, both heading south on West End Avenue in Brooklyn, collided when the motorcycle struck the SUV’s right side doors. The 27-year-old male motorcyclist was partially ejected and suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious at the scene and wore a helmet. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The SUV, driven by a licensed driver, showed no damage. No other contributing factors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4638048 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 9 - A 30-year-old man driving a sedan east on Shore Parkway was ejected and injured. The crash damaged the vehicle's left front quarter panel. Police found illegal drug use contributed. The driver was unconscious after impact.

According to the police report, a 30-year-old male driver was operating a 2008 Ford sedan eastbound on Shore Parkway in Brooklyn when the crash occurred. The vehicle sustained damage to the left front quarter panel. The driver was ejected from the vehicle and suffered injuries of unknown severity, remaining unconscious at the scene. The report lists illegal drug use as a contributing factor to the crash. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The report does not specify other driver errors or victim actions.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4636966 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 8 - Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-08

Jun 6 - Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

Jun 6 - Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

Jun 1 - A 65-year-old woman was struck while crossing Oceanview Avenue at a marked crosswalk. The armored truck was traveling south, continuing straight. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock. No visible complaint was reported.

According to the police report, a 65-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Oceanview Avenue and Brighton 6 Street in Brooklyn. She was crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal when the armored truck traveling south struck her. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The armored truck driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No damage was reported to the vehicle. The pedestrian was not cited for any violations.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4633975 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 1 - A motorbike traveling west on Neptune Avenue hit a 25-year-old male pedestrian outside an intersection. The rider was distracted and speeding. The pedestrian suffered upper arm injuries and shock. The motorbike’s front center end was damaged in the crash.

According to the police report, a motorbike traveling west on Neptune Avenue struck a 25-year-old male pedestrian who was not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained upper arm injuries and was in shock. The motorbike, a 2020 Yamaha, had damage to its center front end. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was not ejected and did not contribute to the crash. This collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted and speeding drivers to vulnerable pedestrians.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4677197 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 1 - Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.

Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.

• File S 6808, Open States, Published 2023-06-01

May 31 - SUV swung a U-turn. Cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. The rider flew, hit hard, bruised his arm. Brooklyn night, blood on the avenue. Driver failed to yield. Cyclist left hurt.

According to the police report, an SUV making a U-turn on Coney Island Avenue in Brooklyn struck a northbound bicyclist. The 23-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered bruises to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The cyclist was conscious after the crash. No other people were involved. The impact was at the right front of the SUV and the left front of the bike. The crash shows the danger when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4636964 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 31 - Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.

Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.

• File S 2714, Open States, Published 2023-05-31

May 21 - A sedan hit a northbound cyclist on Brighton 14 Street. The rider suffered leg and foot injuries. Police cite driver inattention. The crash left the cyclist bruised but alert.

According to the police report, a 2019 sedan traveling south on Brighton 14 Street collided with a northbound bicyclist. The cyclist, a 42-year-old man, suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. The sedan's right front quarter panel was damaged. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the report. No other driver errors or victim actions were recorded.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4631025 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 16 - Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.

Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.

• File S 775, Open States, Published 2023-05-16

Apr 30 - A parked SUV was struck on its left front by a pickup truck traveling east on Brighton Beach Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver, a 48-year-old woman, suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. Both vehicles sustained front quarter panel damage.

According to the police report, a 2021 Nissan SUV was parked on Brighton Beach Avenue when it was hit on the left front quarter panel by a 2019 Ford pickup truck traveling east. The SUV driver, a 48-year-old woman, was injured with hip and upper leg trauma and experienced shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, categorized as "Other Vehicular" errors. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front quarter panels. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4625252 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Apr 13 - A motorcycle traveling west on Brighton Beach Avenue hit a 55-year-old female pedestrian crossing without signal. The impact struck her abdomen and pelvis. She suffered bruises and was conscious. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the crash.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling straight ahead on Brighton Beach Avenue struck a 55-year-old female pedestrian crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her abdomen and pelvis, including contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The motorcycle had two occupants and impacted the pedestrian at the center front end. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or pedestrian error were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4620374 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Apr 6 - A 52-year-old woman was struck while crossing Brighton Beach Avenue with the signal. The driver, making a left turn, was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. No vehicle damage was reported.

According to the police report, a 52-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection on Brighton Beach Avenue in Brooklyn. She was crossing with the signal when a 2019 Honda SUV, driven by a licensed male driver making a left turn, struck her. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and remained conscious. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. No other contributing factors were noted. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving at intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4643672 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Apr 4 - MTA’s Brooklyn bus overhaul draws fire. Riders and officials slam cuts to B48, fear lost connections. Seniors and disabled New Yorkers face longer walks. Community voices rise. The city’s promise of better service clashes with real, lived needs.

"You have so many people living here who are seniors. You have people with disabilities, you have people who just cannot tolerate the elimination of one stop." -- Alec Brook-Krasny

On April 4, 2023, Council Member Phara Souffrant Forrest and other Brooklyn officials voiced strong opposition to the MTA’s Brooklyn bus network redesign. The draft plan, released in December, proposes increased spacing between stops, route changes, and new 'Rush' service. Key changes include the elimination and rerouting of the B48, which officials say 'removes a vital connection between Western Crown Heights and Greenpoint without any adequate transit replacement.' Forrest and others argue these cuts threaten accessibility for seniors and people with disabilities. Community members warn that longer distances between stops will hit the most vulnerable hardest. The MTA claims the redesign will bring 'more reliable, frequent service with better connections,' but public feedback shows deep concern. The plan remains under review, with workshops ongoing and legal hurdles for new bus lanes due to budget and staffing woes.

• Brooklyn bus redesign proposal rankles some riders, amny.com, Published 2023-04-04

Mar 21 - Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.

Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.

• File S 4647, Open States, Published 2023-03-21

Mar 3 - South Brooklyn residents rallied in Coney Island. They slammed the MTA’s bus redesign plan. Protesters warned that cutting stops would strand seniors and people with disabilities. Council Member Justin Brannan led the charge, demanding the MTA keep vital service for vulnerable riders.

On March 2, 2023, Council Member Justin Brannan (District 47) joined southern Brooklyn residents at a public protest against the MTA’s proposed Brooklyn bus network redesign. The event, covered by brooklynpaper.com, centered on fears that eliminating bus stops would harm those with few transit options. The matter, titled 'Southern Brooklynites blast MTA’s proposed bus redesign at Coney Island protest,' drew attention to the impact on seniors, people with disabilities, and low-income riders. Brannan launched a petition urging the MTA to reconsider, stating, 'I'm going to make sure the MTA knows this plan won't fly with me.' The protest reflects deep concern that the redesign would cut lifelines for the city’s most vulnerable road users.

• Southern Brooklynites blast MTA’s proposed bus redesign at Coney Island protest, brooklynpaper.com, Published 2023-03-03