Jun 28 - A sedan hit a 17-year-old bicyclist in Brooklyn. Both moved east. The car struck the bike’s front. The cyclist suffered leg bruises. She stayed conscious. No driver errors listed.

According to the police report, a 17-year-old female bicyclist was injured when a sedan struck her on East 13 Street in Brooklyn. Both the sedan and the bike were traveling east, straight ahead, when the sedan hit the bike’s left front bumper. The cyclist suffered contusions and bruises to her knee and lower leg but remained conscious. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors for the sedan. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. The impact damaged the sedan’s center front end and the bike’s left front bumper.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4642746 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 28 - A 33-year-old man walking along a Brooklyn highway suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The crash occurred near Avenue J. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but details on the vehicle and driver errors are not specified.

According to the police report, a 33-year-old male pedestrian was injured while walking along a highway in Brooklyn near Avenue J. He sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, with no details on driver actions or vehicle type. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The pedestrian was not at an intersection but walking along the highway with traffic when the injury occurred.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4641637 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 27 - A Chevy sedan turned left on Avenue M. The driver struck a 77-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She bled from the head in the crosswalk. The car showed no damage. The street fell silent. The driver failed to yield.

A 77-year-old woman was crossing Avenue M with the signal when a Chevy sedan, making a left turn, struck her in the head. According to the police report, she suffered severe bleeding and remained conscious at the scene. The report states, 'A 77-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck in the head by a turning Chevy sedan.' The car was undamaged. The driver held a valid license. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The woman was in the crosswalk, following the signal. No other contributing factors were cited.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4641638 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 26 - A 63-year-old man was hit by an SUV on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered a back contusion. The vehicle struck him with its right front bumper while traveling south. The man was conscious but injured and off intersection.

According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a station wagon/SUV traveling south on Ocean Avenue struck him with its right front bumper. The pedestrian was located off the intersection and engaged in other actions in the roadway. He sustained a back contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian but does not identify any driver errors or violations. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The crash caused damage to the vehicle's right front bumper.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4641185 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 24 - A 24-year-old e-bike rider suffered abrasions and partial ejection after a collision with an SUV in Brooklyn. The SUV struck the bike’s front end with its left front bumper. The rider remained conscious but injured in the crash.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Coney Island Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2010 SUV and a 24-year-old male e-bike rider. The SUV, traveling south, struck the e-bike, which was traveling west, impacting the bike’s center front end with the SUV’s left front bumper. The e-bike rider was partially ejected and sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious at the scene. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the e-bike rider but does not specify driver errors. The SUV driver was licensed and had two occupants. No safety equipment was noted for the e-bike rider.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4640358 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 23 - A 41-year-old woman on an e-bike was injured in Brooklyn after colliding with a parked sedan. The impact struck her knee and lower leg, causing abrasions. The driver was distracted. No vehicle damage was reported.

According to the police report, a 41-year-old female bicyclist riding an e-bike westbound collided with a parked sedan in Brooklyn near Avenue J. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The sedan was stationary before the crash and showed no damage. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver’s failure to maintain attention led to the collision. No other contributing factors were specified.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4640842 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 19 - DOT will add a mid-block crossing and concrete islands to Parkside Avenue’s bike lane after a truck killed Kala Santiago. The fix removes parking for safety. Advocates demand more protected lanes. Council Member Yeger opposes, citing parking and enforcement.

On June 19, 2023, the Department of Transportation announced upgrades to the Parkside Avenue protected bike lane. The project, managed by Lauren Martin, adds a mid-block crossing and concrete pedestrian islands after cyclist Kala Santiago was killed by a truck at a dangerous crossing. The DOT had installed a two-way protected lane in 2021 but left a key crossing unsafe. The new fix will remove parking spots to improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians. DOT also proposed painted bike lanes in Flatbush, Midwood, and Kensington, but not protected lanes, despite high crash rates. Community Board 14 members and advocates urged quick action. Council Member Kalman Yeger opposed all bike lanes in his district, arguing for enforcement before installation. DOT plans to finish the Parkside Avenue upgrade this summer and the wider bike network by next year.

• DOT Adding Badly Needed Upgrade To Parkside Avenue Bike Lane But Delays Other Life-Saving Fixes, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-06-19

Jun 16 - Opponents of the McGuinness Boulevard safety overhaul packed a closed-door town hall. Political heavyweights and business donors rallied against lane cuts and bike lanes. Protesters for safer streets were barred. DOT defended the plan. Council Member Restler and activists stood firm.

On June 16, 2023, a contentious town hall convened over the city’s proposed safety redesign for McGuinness Boulevard. The meeting, billed as an 'awareness town hall,' was dominated by opponents, including Assembly Member Rodneyse Bichotte-Hermelyn and business leaders like Tony Argento of Broadway Stages. Bichotte-Hermelyn, whose district is far from the site, admitted limited knowledge of the plan but cited business concerns. The session excluded supporters of the redesign, who rallied outside. The Department of Transportation defended its proposal to reduce lanes and add parking-protected bike lanes, citing proven safety benefits. Council Member Lincoln Restler and activists later rallied for the overhaul, insisting that safety for all road users must not be compromised. The event highlighted deep divisions and the influence of business interests over street safety reforms.

• Donor Class McGuinness Safety Opponents Reel in Brooklyn Dem Boss, DOT Commish for ‘Sham’ Town Hall, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-06-16

Jun 7 - A 58-year-old woman crossing Kings Highway with the signal was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and full-body contusions. The crash left her injured but conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a 58-year-old female pedestrian was crossing Kings Highway at an intersection with the signal when she was struck by a 2005 Dodge SUV making a left turn. The impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to her entire body and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Pedestrian error or confusion was also noted but the report emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The driver was licensed and traveling northwest at the time of the crash. The collision caused damage to the front center of the SUV.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4635792 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 7 - Mothers starve for Sammy’s Law. Hochul offers sympathy, not action. Heastie keeps the bill off the floor. The law would let New York City lower speed limits. Assembly support grows. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay deadly. Lawmakers stall. Lives hang in the balance.

Sammy’s Law, stalled in the New York State Assembly, would let New York City set speed limits below 25 mph. On June 7, 2023, Governor Hochul expressed sympathy for hunger-striking mothers but refused to pressure Speaker Carl Heastie, who blocks the bill from a vote. The bill passed the Senate and has City Council and mayoral support. The matter summary: 'Hochul has previously expressed support for Sammy's Law, which would allow New York City to set its speed limits below 25 miles per hour.' Amy Cohen, a mother and advocate, demanded action, showing Heastie photos of victims. Seven new Assembly members, including Yudelka Tapia, Al Taylor, Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn, and Brian Cunningham, now back the bill, giving it majority support among NYC Assembly members. Still, the Speaker’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users exposed to speeding drivers and systemic danger.

• Hunger Strike Day 2: Gov. Hochul is ‘Sympathetic,’ But Won’t Pressure Heastie on Sammy’s Law, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-06-07

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 4 - A sedan and moped slammed left bumpers on East 12 Street. The moped driver, a 40-year-old man, took bruises to his knee and leg. No ejection. Both vehicles damaged. Brooklyn pavement marked by impact.

According to the police report, a sedan heading south and a moped heading west collided at their left front bumpers on East 12 Street near Avenue O in Brooklyn. The moped driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He remained conscious and was not ejected. Both drivers held valid licenses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No safety equipment use was noted for the moped driver. The crash left both vehicles with damage to their left front bumpers.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4635294 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 2 - Two teenage girls crossed Avenue L with the signal. A 2021 Toyota SUV made a right turn and hit them at the intersection. Both suffered abrasions to limbs. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as causes. No vehicle damage reported.

According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota SUV was making a right turn on Avenue L in Brooklyn when it struck two female pedestrians, ages 14 and 15, who were crossing with the signal. Both girls sustained abrasions—one to her elbow and lower arm, the other to her knee and lower leg. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The vehicle showed no damage. The pedestrians were conscious and injured but not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield at intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4634554 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 30 - A 63-year-old male SUV driver struck a parked tractor truck on Nostrand Avenue. The impact hit the SUV's left front bumper and the truck's right rear bumper. The driver suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt.

According to the police report, a 63-year-old male driver in a 2018 Audi SUV traveling north on Nostrand Avenue collided with a parked 2021 International tractor truck. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the truck's right rear bumper. The SUV driver was injured, sustaining a head abrasion, and was conscious at the scene. He was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. The truck was stationary at the time of the crash. No other occupants were involved or injured.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4633339 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 23 - A box truck turned right on Nostrand. A motorcycle rode straight. The rider, 45, was thrown and crushed. Blood pooled on the pavement. The truck rolled on, unmarked. The city moved. The man lay conscious, neck bleeding.

A box truck turned right on Nostrand Avenue. A motorcycle, heading straight, collided with the truck. The 45-year-old motorcyclist was ejected and crushed, suffering neck injuries. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Following Too Closely.' The report also notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The truck showed no damage. The motorcyclist wore a helmet, as listed in the report. No injuries were reported for the truck driver. The street did not stop for the injured man.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4632956 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 22 - A 4-year-old boy was struck by a northbound sedan on Avenue M in Brooklyn. The child was crossing against the signal when the sedan hit him center front. He suffered an upper arm injury and was left in shock. No visible complaints were reported.

According to the police report, a 4-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a northbound sedan on Avenue M near East 17 Street in Brooklyn. The child was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, impacted the pedestrian at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained an upper arm injury and was in shock at the scene. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted, but no blame is assigned. No visible complaints were recorded.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4632927 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 21 - Two sedans collided near East 16 Street in Brooklyn. A right rear passenger suffered knee bruises. Both cars took front bumper hits. Driver errors were not specified in the police report.

According to the police report, two sedans crashed near 940 East 16 Street in Brooklyn. One car was going straight, the other was starting from parking. The impact struck the right front bumper of one sedan and the left front bumper of the other. A 28-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat was injured, suffering contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. Both drivers were licensed. No other injuries were reported.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4631623 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 15 - A 26-year-old female bicyclist was ejected and left unconscious with upper arm injuries after a collision with a sedan on Avenue O in Brooklyn. The bike struck the sedan’s front center, causing internal injuries and severe trauma.

According to the police report, a 26-year-old female bicyclist riding westbound on Avenue O was ejected after colliding with a northbound sedan. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end. The bicyclist suffered upper arm injuries and was unconscious at the scene. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist’s safety equipment status is unknown. The sedan had no occupants at the time. The crash caused significant damage to the sedan’s front center. No blame is assigned to the bicyclist.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4632587 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 3 - A 16-year-old on a moped hit a parked SUV on Avenue M. He flew off, leg torn open. Blood pooled on the street. Police cite unsafe speed and distraction. No helmet. The SUV’s side crumpled under the force.

A 16-year-old boy riding a moped crashed into a parked SUV on Avenue M. According to the police report, 'A 16-year-old boy on a moped slammed into a parked SUV. No helmet. He flew off, leg torn open. Blood pooled on the street. The SUV’s side folded under the blow.' The teen was ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his leg. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV, parked at the time, sustained damage to its left side doors. No injuries were reported for the SUV’s driver. The report notes the moped rider was not wearing a helmet, but only after citing driver errors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4625802 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19