Flatbush Bleeds While City Hall Waits

A moped traveling east struck a sedan making a left turn on Foster Avenue. Both male moped occupants, aged 14 and 15, were ejected and suffered serious injuries. The sedan driver was licensed and the vehicles collided front to front.

According to the police report, a moped carrying two male occupants, ages 14 and 15, was traveling east on Foster Avenue when it collided head-on with a westbound sedan making a left turn. The sedan driver, a licensed male from New York, was the sole occupant of the vehicle. Both moped riders were ejected from the vehicle and sustained serious injuries: the 14-year-old suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated hip and upper leg, while the 15-year-old driver sustained contusions and bruises to the abdomen and pelvis. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any pedestrian or cyclist errors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles to vulnerable road users on mopeds.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4736576 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A 78-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with an SUV on Cortelyou Road, Brooklyn. Both vehicles traveled east. The bicyclist suffered concussion and lower leg injuries. The SUV showed no damage despite impact on its right side doors.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:00 PM on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn. A 78-year-old male bicyclist, unlicensed as a driver, was traveling east when he collided with a 2020 Subaru SUV also traveling east. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries including a concussion and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV was impacted on its right side doors but showed no damage. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors for either party, but notes the bicyclist was unlicensed. No safety equipment was used by the bicyclist. The focus remains on the collision dynamics and injuries sustained, with no blame assigned to the bicyclist.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4737196 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Two sedans crashed on Flatbush Avenue. A woman in the front seat took a neck injury and went into shock. Police cite improper lane use and alcohol. Impact struck rear and front bumpers. System failed the vulnerable.

According to the police report, two sedans collided at 20:21 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash left a 43-year-old female front passenger injured, suffering a neck injury and shock. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as driver errors. The impact hit the left rear bumper of one sedan and the right front bumper of the other. No contributing factors are attributed to the passenger. The report shows driver mistakes led to harm, with the system exposing passengers to risk.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4735747 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal at Flatbush Avenue was hit. She suffered injuries to her whole body and shock. No driver errors listed. Systemic danger left her hurt in the crosswalk.

According to the police report, a 25-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing with the signal at the intersection near 1598 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn at 3:50 p.m. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The vehicle involved is unspecified. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors from either party. The absence of listed driver fault or pedestrian error highlights the systemic danger at this crossing, where a person walking lawfully still suffered serious harm.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4734846 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.

Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 8607, Open States, Published 2024-06-07

Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.

Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.

• File A 7652, Open States, Published 2024-06-07

Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.

Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.

• File A 7652, Open States, Published 2024-06-07

Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.

Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 9752, Open States, Published 2024-06-07

Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.

Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 9752, Open States, Published 2024-06-07

Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.

Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 9752, Open States, Published 2024-06-07

Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.

Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 8607, Open States, Published 2024-06-06

Council calls for five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. Streets slow. Danger drops. Pedestrians and cyclists get space. Resolution adopted. Albany must act.

Res 0079-2024, adopted by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on June 6, 2024, urges Albany to let New York City set a five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. The resolution states: "authorize New York City to set a five mile per hour speed limit on streets participating in the Open Streets program." Council Member Shahana K. Hanif led as primary sponsor, joined by Amanda Farías, Crystal Hudson, Julie Won, and Carlina Rivera. The measure passed committee and full council on June 6. The bill aims to cut speed and risk where people walk, bike, and gather. The council's push now waits for state lawmakers and the governor.

• File Res 0079-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-06-06

Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.

Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 8607, Open States, Published 2024-06-06

Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.

Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 8607, Open States, Published 2024-06-06

SUV ran the light. Struck a 28-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She took the hit to her upper arm. Shock followed. Flatbush Avenue, broad daylight. Driver ignored traffic control. She paid the price.

According to the police report, a 28-year-old woman was crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal when a northbound Ford SUV struck her with its center front end. The crash happened at 14:50. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, showing the driver failed to obey the signal. The pedestrian suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries and was in shock. The SUV was damaged at the center front. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing lawfully. No other contributing factors are listed for the pedestrian. The crash underscores the risk when drivers ignore traffic controls, leaving vulnerable road users injured.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4729919 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Steel tore at Flatbush and Church. A truck turned left, a sedan turned right. Metal crumpled. A woman and a man trapped inside, necks twisted, pain sharp. The view was blocked. Both survived, but the wounds lingered.

At the intersection of Flatbush Avenue and Church Avenue in Brooklyn, a collision between a truck and a sedan left two people injured, according to the police report. The crash occurred late in the morning as the truck was making a left turn and the sedan was making a right turn. The report states, 'Steel tore. A woman, 25, and a man, 41, crushed inside. Necks twisted. Conscious. Hurt.' Both vehicles suffered significant damage, with the trailer of the truck struck and the sedan's front crumpled. The police report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors, with driver inattention and distraction also noted. The report emphasizes that the drivers' improper lane usage and limited visibility directly contributed to the crash. No mention is made of any actions by the injured occupants that contributed to the collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4729718 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.

Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.

• File S 9718, Open States, Published 2024-06-03

Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.

Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.

• File S 9718, Open States, Published 2024-05-28

Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.

Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.

• File S 9718, Open States, Published 2024-05-28

A sedan hit a parked car on Clarkson Avenue. The driver, a 26-year-old man, suffered head injuries. Police cite physical disability as a factor. No one else was hurt. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.

According to the police report, at 5:07 AM on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn, a 2020 Honda sedan traveling east struck a parked 2015 Nissan sedan. The driver, a 26-year-old man, was injured in the crash and found semiconscious with head trauma. The report lists 'Physical Disability' as a contributing factor. No one occupied the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The Honda's right front and the Nissan's left rear took the impact. The crash underscores the dangers when driver impairments affect vehicle control.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4727776 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04