About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 7
▸ Crush Injuries 2
▸ Amputation 2
▸ Severe Bleeding 4
▸ Severe Lacerations 3
▸ Whiplash 20
▸ Contusion/Bruise 36
▸ Abrasion 24
▸ Pain/Nausea 7
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
CloseMadison’s corners break bones and take lives
Madison: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 25, 2025
Madison bleeds in daylight.
Seven people are dead here since 2022. Four were walking. One was on a bike. Two were in cars. Trucks and buses are in too many of these crashes, and they hit hard. That is the record, not a story.
Avenue P and Kings Highway won’t forgive
At Avenue P and East 19th a dump truck going straight killed a 77‑year‑old woman in the crosswalk in 2023. On Kings Highway, an SUV struck and killed a 70‑year‑old man in 2024. The city’s own rollup shows trucks and buses causing a share of pedestrian deaths and severe injuries here, out of proportion to their numbers.
Peak harm comes when the streets are full. Injury counts jump in the afternoon—2 p.m., 3 p.m., 5 p.m., 6 p.m. The worst corridors are named in the crash logs: Avenue P, Kings Highway, Ocean Avenue, and Nostrand Avenue.
A cyclist down on Nostrand and Avenue R
On Nostrand at Avenue R, a driver in an SUV hit a man on an e‑bike at night in 2023. The rider was ejected and died. The city dataset shows the SUV “going straight.” The bike was “going straight.” The man never got up. The case sits in the ledger as CrashID 4633095.
Older New Yorkers carry the toll
The dead here skew old. Ages 74, 77, 70, and 90 appear next to “Apparent Death” in the files. The neighborhood record lists four pedestrian deaths, one cyclist, two occupants. The serious injuries are few on paper, but the injuries are not: 682 hurt since 2022. Numbers don’t limp; people do.
What keeps breaking people here
Top listed factors in these crashes cluster under “other,” with failures to yield and distraction repeating in smaller numbers. Trucks and buses show up in the worst outcomes. The intersection list is a warning label, not a map.
Fix the corners that kill
Start with the deadly blocks. Cut turning speeds and sightline traps on Avenue P and Kings Highway. Harden the turns. Daylight every approach. Give walkers a head start. Keep heavy rigs off tight residential corners and set clear truck routes. Target the repeated hotspots with enforcement when injuries spike in the afternoon. These are the moves that stop bodies from hitting asphalt.
The politics of slow or dead
City power exists to slow the cars. Albany already renewed 24/7 school‑zone cameras; the Council passed the home rule and the state acted, making cameras round‑the‑clock through 2030, according to prior reporting. Locally, some officials fight basic visibility fixes. DOT’s own report on daylighting was used by council members including Inna Vernikov to stall a citywide plan. She also helped pause bike lanes in Southern Brooklyn, despite the crash history. The deaths kept coming.
There is a tool to stop the worst repeat speeders. The Senate moved bill S4045 through committees to require speed‑limiting tech for drivers with repeated violations. One Brooklyn family is already in the ground because a driver with a long ticket record ran a red; two committees advanced the fix while some lawmakers missed the vote.
Make the choice
Lower speeds save lives. Limit the repeat offenders who treat streets like strips. Protect the corners where people die. Then do it again on the next block.
If you want this to change, take one step now. Tell City Hall and Albany to use the tools they have. Start here: take action.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-25
- We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-08-08
- Proudly Anti-Safety: Brooklyn Pol Boasts of Getting DOT To ‘Pause’ Long Promised Bike Lanes, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-21
- File S 4045, Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-12
- NYC Council signs off on 24/7 speed enforcement cameras, New York Post, Published 2022-05-26
- Take Action: Slow the Speed, Stop the Carnage, CrashCount, Published 0001-01-01
Other Representatives
District 41
3520 Nostrand Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11229
Room 324, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 48
2401 Avenue U, Brooklyn, NY 11229
718-368-9176
250 Broadway, Suite 1773, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7366
District 22
▸ Other Geographies
Madison Madison sits in Brooklyn, District 48, AD 41, SD 22, Brooklyn CB15.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Madison
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Brooklyn police pursuit ends with pedestrian struck, alleged teenage car thief caught▸
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Brooklyn police pursuit ends with pedestrian struck, alleged teenage car thief caught,
amny,
Published 2025-09-14
10
Driver Distraction in Avenue T T-Bone▸Sep 10 - At E 21 St and Avenue T, a westbound SUV driver hit the left side of a southbound SUV. A parked SUV was damaged. The 71‑year‑old driver and her 18‑year‑old passenger were hurt. Police recorded driver inattention and distraction.
At midnight in Brooklyn, at E 21 St and Avenue T, the driver of a westbound SUV went straight and hit the left side of a southbound SUV. The southbound SUV carried two people. The 71-year-old woman driving was injured. Her 18-year-old front passenger was injured. Both reported whiplash. Police recorded the struck SUV as demolished and damage to its left side doors. A parked SUV also sustained rear damage. According to the police report, officers recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction. The report lists no other contributing factors and does not cite failure to yield or signal use. Injury status for others in the dataset is unspecified.
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Bus driver injures teen at East 16th▸Sep 9 - A bus driver went straight and hit a 17-year-old in the intersection by 1688 East 16th Street, Brooklyn. The right front bumper made contact. She suffered a neck injury and a bruise. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
A bus driver in a 2012 bus hit a 17-year-old pedestrian at the intersection by 1688 East 16th Street in Brooklyn. She was conscious and suffered a neck injury with a bruise. According to the police report, the bus was “Going Straight Ahead” and the point of impact was the “Right Front Bumper.” The pedestrian location was recorded as “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection.” The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified” for the driver and the pedestrian. Vehicle damage was listed as “No Damage.” Police did not cite any specific driver violations in the report.
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Driver rear-ends parked sedan; two kids injured▸Sep 3 - On E 19 St at Avenue T, a driver in a sedan hit a parked sedan from behind. A 50-year-old woman in the parked car was hurt. Two boys, 8 and 9, were injured in the back seats.
In Brooklyn, at E 19 St and Avenue T, a driver in a sedan rear-ended a parked sedan. The parked car’s center back end was damaged. A 50-year-old woman driving the parked car was injured with a back injury. Two boys, 8 and 9, riding in back seats were also injured. According to the police report, one sedan was parked and sustained center back-end damage, and no contributing factors were recorded. The report lists the Toyota with one occupant and the Chrysler with three. The crash time was 5:33 p.m.
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Distracted driver rear-ends parked sedan; child injured▸Sep 1 - A distracted driver going east on Avenue T struck a parked sedan and then contacted another car. A four-year-old right-rear passenger suffered a neck injury and an abrasion. The child was secured in a child restraint.
A driver going east on Avenue T hit a parked sedan and then contacted a third car. A four-year-old right rear passenger suffered a neck injury and an abrasion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction by the driver. The moving sedan struck the parked vehicle at the parked car’s center back end; the moving car’s left front bumper and center front end were damaged. The injured child was listed as occupying the right rear seat and secured in a child restraint. No pedestrians or cyclists were recorded in the crash.
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Left-turning SUV hits 78-year-old pedestrian▸Aug 27 - A driver turning left on Kings Highway hit a 78-year-old man in a marked crosswalk at Bedford Avenue. He suffered a head injury and contusion and remained conscious. Police recorded driver inattention.
An eastbound Jeep SUV turned left from Kings Highway onto Bedford Avenue. The driver hit a 78-year-old man who was crossing in a marked crosswalk. The man suffered a head injury and a contusion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report lists the point of impact as the right front bumper. The driver was licensed and the sole occupant. The data notes the pedestrian crossed with no signal, but that detail follows the primary driver error of inattention.
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Ford SUV rear-ends stopped Nissan SUV▸Aug 16 - A Ford SUV rear-ended a stopped Nissan SUV on Kings Highway at Bedford Avenue. The Nissan driver, 28, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Police recorded Following Too Closely. Both vehicles sustained rear/front damage in westbound traffic.
Two westbound SUVs collided on Kings Highway at Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2015 Ford SUV struck the center rear of a stopped 2023 Nissan SUV. One driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered a head injury and reported whiplash; he was conscious and not ejected. “According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Following Too Closely.'” The report lists the Ford’s center front impact and the Nissan’s center back damage and records no other driver behaviors. Both drivers were licensed. The crash injured occupants and damaged both vehicles in a rear-end collision.
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Sedan slams left side on Bedford▸Aug 14 - Southbound sedan hit on Bedford Avenue. Left side crushed. Four passengers hurt. Driver injured. All listed with internal and back pain. Failure to yield flagged. Night street. Metal, glass, sirens. Brooklyn pays again.
A southbound Ford sedan traveling straight on Bedford Avenue was struck on its left side, injuring four passengers and the driver. According to the police report, “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way” was the contributing factor for the driver and vehicle occupants. The impact crushed the sedan’s left doors and sent pain through the cabin. Passengers ages 25, 32, and 36 reported internal and back injuries. The 41-year-old driver was also hurt. The data lists Failure to Yield Right-of-Way as the central error, repeated for the driver and occupants. No other factors are cited. The scene sits at 4019 Bedford Ave in Brooklyn, just after midnight.
14Int 1347-2025
Narcisse co-sponsors crackdown on unlicensed commuter vans, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council moves to hit rogue vans hard. A checklist. Max fines for each breach. TLC, NYPD, DOT must act together. Crack down on illegal operators who imperil riders and people on the street. The bill sits in committee.
Int 1347-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to keep a compliance checklist. When officers stop an unlicensed van, they must check every rule and issue the maximum fine for each breach. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. Status: Committee. If enacted, it takes effect 120 days later. It targets illegal operators who put riders and bystanders at risk.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1347-2025
Narcisse co-sponsors unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council introduces Int 1347-2025 to curb rogue commuter vans. TLC, NYPD, and DOT must keep a safety checklist. Officers who spot an unlicensed van stack every charge and levy max fines. A push to shield riders and people on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is in Committee. It sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction and referral on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title reads, “A Local Law … in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist of laws on vehicle and driver licensure, service authorization, insurance, and inspections. When an officer stops an unlicensed van, they must review the list and issue the maximum penalty for each violation. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams is joined by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis. The aim is to protect riders and bystanders from unlicensed operators who skip the rules.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
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Northbound SUV, Westbound Sedan Collide on Avenue P▸Aug 12 - A northbound SUV and a westbound sedan collided center-front at Avenue P and E 29 St. A 3-year-old rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. Police recorded Traffic Control Disregarded.
Two vehicles met in a center-front collision at Avenue P and E 29 St in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound SUV and the driver of a westbound sedan were both going straight. The sedan had three occupants; the SUV had two. A 3-year-old female rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. According to the police report, "the contributing factor was 'Traffic Control Disregarded.'" Police recorded center-front impacts for both vehicles and drivers going straight ahead. The report also lists injuries to the 28-year-old sedan driver, a 24-year-old front passenger, and several older occupants. No other contributing factors for the victims are recorded.
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Vernikov Backs Misguided DOT Opposition to Daylighting▸Aug 8 - DOT sides with car-first politicians. Daylighting stalls. Corners stay blind. Pedestrians and cyclists lose. Safety takes a back seat. The city’s most vulnerable pay the price.
On August 8, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the clash over universal daylighting. No bill number or committee listed. DOT’s report claimed high costs and little safety gain, fueling opposition from Council Members Inna Vernikov, Bob Holden, and Vito Fossella. Council Member Julie Won and Mayor Ravi Bhalla called the report a scare tactic, urging citywide daylighting to save lives. DOT’s compromise with pro-car officials weakens protections. As safety analyst notes, this shift prioritizes cars over people, undermining vulnerable road user safety and citywide mode shift goals.
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We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
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Two drivers collide on Ocean Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 4 - Drivers of a van and a sedan collided southbound on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R. Three hurt: the 32-year-old driver, leg; two passengers, back and head. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a van and a driver in a sedan collided while heading south on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R in Brooklyn. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered leg injuries. Two passengers were also hurt: a 34-year-old man with back pain and a 35-year-old woman with head trauma. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight. Police listed no other contributing factors. Damage was recorded to the left side of the van and the right front of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
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Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
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Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
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Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene▸Jul 9 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man crossing in Sheepshead Bay. The rider looked away, hit the man, paused, then fled. The victim lay motionless. Paramedics rushed him to the hospital. He died from his injuries.
ABC7 reported on July 9, 2025, that Zhuo Xie, 90, was killed crossing East 14th Street and Avenue U in Brooklyn. The article states, "a man riding a blue moped slammed into Xie and both men fell to the ground." Surveillance video showed the moped rider looking left, not ahead, before impact. The driver checked on Xie, then left the scene. Police said the moped had a green light, but the rider's inattention and failure to remain highlight systemic dangers for pedestrians. The incident underscores risks at intersections and the consequences of hit-and-run crashes.
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Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-09
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Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on E 14 St▸Jul 8 - A moped hit a 90-year-old man at Avenue U and E 14 St. The impact left him unconscious, bleeding from the head. Brooklyn pavement ran red. No driver errors listed. The city failed to protect him.
A 90-year-old pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding after a moped struck him at Avenue U and E 14 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man was found unconscious at the intersection. The moped’s center front end took the impact. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections, especially the elderly. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
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U-Turning Sedan Strikes Motorcyclist on Avenue P▸Jul 7 - Sedan making U-turn hit motorcyclist on Avenue P. Rider suffered leg injury. Police cite driver inattention. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A sedan making a U-turn on Avenue P in Brooklyn struck a motorcyclist traveling straight. The 28-year-old rider suffered a knee and foot injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving, especially during unpredictable maneuvers like U-turns.
- Brooklyn police pursuit ends with pedestrian struck, alleged teenage car thief caught, amny, Published 2025-09-14
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Driver Distraction in Avenue T T-Bone▸Sep 10 - At E 21 St and Avenue T, a westbound SUV driver hit the left side of a southbound SUV. A parked SUV was damaged. The 71‑year‑old driver and her 18‑year‑old passenger were hurt. Police recorded driver inattention and distraction.
At midnight in Brooklyn, at E 21 St and Avenue T, the driver of a westbound SUV went straight and hit the left side of a southbound SUV. The southbound SUV carried two people. The 71-year-old woman driving was injured. Her 18-year-old front passenger was injured. Both reported whiplash. Police recorded the struck SUV as demolished and damage to its left side doors. A parked SUV also sustained rear damage. According to the police report, officers recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction. The report lists no other contributing factors and does not cite failure to yield or signal use. Injury status for others in the dataset is unspecified.
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Bus driver injures teen at East 16th▸Sep 9 - A bus driver went straight and hit a 17-year-old in the intersection by 1688 East 16th Street, Brooklyn. The right front bumper made contact. She suffered a neck injury and a bruise. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
A bus driver in a 2012 bus hit a 17-year-old pedestrian at the intersection by 1688 East 16th Street in Brooklyn. She was conscious and suffered a neck injury with a bruise. According to the police report, the bus was “Going Straight Ahead” and the point of impact was the “Right Front Bumper.” The pedestrian location was recorded as “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection.” The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified” for the driver and the pedestrian. Vehicle damage was listed as “No Damage.” Police did not cite any specific driver violations in the report.
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Driver rear-ends parked sedan; two kids injured▸Sep 3 - On E 19 St at Avenue T, a driver in a sedan hit a parked sedan from behind. A 50-year-old woman in the parked car was hurt. Two boys, 8 and 9, were injured in the back seats.
In Brooklyn, at E 19 St and Avenue T, a driver in a sedan rear-ended a parked sedan. The parked car’s center back end was damaged. A 50-year-old woman driving the parked car was injured with a back injury. Two boys, 8 and 9, riding in back seats were also injured. According to the police report, one sedan was parked and sustained center back-end damage, and no contributing factors were recorded. The report lists the Toyota with one occupant and the Chrysler with three. The crash time was 5:33 p.m.
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Distracted driver rear-ends parked sedan; child injured▸Sep 1 - A distracted driver going east on Avenue T struck a parked sedan and then contacted another car. A four-year-old right-rear passenger suffered a neck injury and an abrasion. The child was secured in a child restraint.
A driver going east on Avenue T hit a parked sedan and then contacted a third car. A four-year-old right rear passenger suffered a neck injury and an abrasion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction by the driver. The moving sedan struck the parked vehicle at the parked car’s center back end; the moving car’s left front bumper and center front end were damaged. The injured child was listed as occupying the right rear seat and secured in a child restraint. No pedestrians or cyclists were recorded in the crash.
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Left-turning SUV hits 78-year-old pedestrian▸Aug 27 - A driver turning left on Kings Highway hit a 78-year-old man in a marked crosswalk at Bedford Avenue. He suffered a head injury and contusion and remained conscious. Police recorded driver inattention.
An eastbound Jeep SUV turned left from Kings Highway onto Bedford Avenue. The driver hit a 78-year-old man who was crossing in a marked crosswalk. The man suffered a head injury and a contusion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report lists the point of impact as the right front bumper. The driver was licensed and the sole occupant. The data notes the pedestrian crossed with no signal, but that detail follows the primary driver error of inattention.
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Ford SUV rear-ends stopped Nissan SUV▸Aug 16 - A Ford SUV rear-ended a stopped Nissan SUV on Kings Highway at Bedford Avenue. The Nissan driver, 28, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Police recorded Following Too Closely. Both vehicles sustained rear/front damage in westbound traffic.
Two westbound SUVs collided on Kings Highway at Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2015 Ford SUV struck the center rear of a stopped 2023 Nissan SUV. One driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered a head injury and reported whiplash; he was conscious and not ejected. “According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Following Too Closely.'” The report lists the Ford’s center front impact and the Nissan’s center back damage and records no other driver behaviors. Both drivers were licensed. The crash injured occupants and damaged both vehicles in a rear-end collision.
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Sedan slams left side on Bedford▸Aug 14 - Southbound sedan hit on Bedford Avenue. Left side crushed. Four passengers hurt. Driver injured. All listed with internal and back pain. Failure to yield flagged. Night street. Metal, glass, sirens. Brooklyn pays again.
A southbound Ford sedan traveling straight on Bedford Avenue was struck on its left side, injuring four passengers and the driver. According to the police report, “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way” was the contributing factor for the driver and vehicle occupants. The impact crushed the sedan’s left doors and sent pain through the cabin. Passengers ages 25, 32, and 36 reported internal and back injuries. The 41-year-old driver was also hurt. The data lists Failure to Yield Right-of-Way as the central error, repeated for the driver and occupants. No other factors are cited. The scene sits at 4019 Bedford Ave in Brooklyn, just after midnight.
14Int 1347-2025
Narcisse co-sponsors crackdown on unlicensed commuter vans, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council moves to hit rogue vans hard. A checklist. Max fines for each breach. TLC, NYPD, DOT must act together. Crack down on illegal operators who imperil riders and people on the street. The bill sits in committee.
Int 1347-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to keep a compliance checklist. When officers stop an unlicensed van, they must check every rule and issue the maximum fine for each breach. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. Status: Committee. If enacted, it takes effect 120 days later. It targets illegal operators who put riders and bystanders at risk.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1347-2025
Narcisse co-sponsors unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council introduces Int 1347-2025 to curb rogue commuter vans. TLC, NYPD, and DOT must keep a safety checklist. Officers who spot an unlicensed van stack every charge and levy max fines. A push to shield riders and people on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is in Committee. It sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction and referral on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title reads, “A Local Law … in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist of laws on vehicle and driver licensure, service authorization, insurance, and inspections. When an officer stops an unlicensed van, they must review the list and issue the maximum penalty for each violation. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams is joined by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis. The aim is to protect riders and bystanders from unlicensed operators who skip the rules.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
12
Northbound SUV, Westbound Sedan Collide on Avenue P▸Aug 12 - A northbound SUV and a westbound sedan collided center-front at Avenue P and E 29 St. A 3-year-old rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. Police recorded Traffic Control Disregarded.
Two vehicles met in a center-front collision at Avenue P and E 29 St in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound SUV and the driver of a westbound sedan were both going straight. The sedan had three occupants; the SUV had two. A 3-year-old female rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. According to the police report, "the contributing factor was 'Traffic Control Disregarded.'" Police recorded center-front impacts for both vehicles and drivers going straight ahead. The report also lists injuries to the 28-year-old sedan driver, a 24-year-old front passenger, and several older occupants. No other contributing factors for the victims are recorded.
8
Vernikov Backs Misguided DOT Opposition to Daylighting▸Aug 8 - DOT sides with car-first politicians. Daylighting stalls. Corners stay blind. Pedestrians and cyclists lose. Safety takes a back seat. The city’s most vulnerable pay the price.
On August 8, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the clash over universal daylighting. No bill number or committee listed. DOT’s report claimed high costs and little safety gain, fueling opposition from Council Members Inna Vernikov, Bob Holden, and Vito Fossella. Council Member Julie Won and Mayor Ravi Bhalla called the report a scare tactic, urging citywide daylighting to save lives. DOT’s compromise with pro-car officials weakens protections. As safety analyst notes, this shift prioritizes cars over people, undermining vulnerable road user safety and citywide mode shift goals.
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We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
4
Two drivers collide on Ocean Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 4 - Drivers of a van and a sedan collided southbound on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R. Three hurt: the 32-year-old driver, leg; two passengers, back and head. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a van and a driver in a sedan collided while heading south on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R in Brooklyn. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered leg injuries. Two passengers were also hurt: a 34-year-old man with back pain and a 35-year-old woman with head trauma. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight. Police listed no other contributing factors. Damage was recorded to the left side of the van and the right front of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
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Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
9
Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene▸Jul 9 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man crossing in Sheepshead Bay. The rider looked away, hit the man, paused, then fled. The victim lay motionless. Paramedics rushed him to the hospital. He died from his injuries.
ABC7 reported on July 9, 2025, that Zhuo Xie, 90, was killed crossing East 14th Street and Avenue U in Brooklyn. The article states, "a man riding a blue moped slammed into Xie and both men fell to the ground." Surveillance video showed the moped rider looking left, not ahead, before impact. The driver checked on Xie, then left the scene. Police said the moped had a green light, but the rider's inattention and failure to remain highlight systemic dangers for pedestrians. The incident underscores risks at intersections and the consequences of hit-and-run crashes.
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Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on E 14 St▸Jul 8 - A moped hit a 90-year-old man at Avenue U and E 14 St. The impact left him unconscious, bleeding from the head. Brooklyn pavement ran red. No driver errors listed. The city failed to protect him.
A 90-year-old pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding after a moped struck him at Avenue U and E 14 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man was found unconscious at the intersection. The moped’s center front end took the impact. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections, especially the elderly. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
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U-Turning Sedan Strikes Motorcyclist on Avenue P▸Jul 7 - Sedan making U-turn hit motorcyclist on Avenue P. Rider suffered leg injury. Police cite driver inattention. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A sedan making a U-turn on Avenue P in Brooklyn struck a motorcyclist traveling straight. The 28-year-old rider suffered a knee and foot injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving, especially during unpredictable maneuvers like U-turns.
Sep 10 - At E 21 St and Avenue T, a westbound SUV driver hit the left side of a southbound SUV. A parked SUV was damaged. The 71‑year‑old driver and her 18‑year‑old passenger were hurt. Police recorded driver inattention and distraction.
At midnight in Brooklyn, at E 21 St and Avenue T, the driver of a westbound SUV went straight and hit the left side of a southbound SUV. The southbound SUV carried two people. The 71-year-old woman driving was injured. Her 18-year-old front passenger was injured. Both reported whiplash. Police recorded the struck SUV as demolished and damage to its left side doors. A parked SUV also sustained rear damage. According to the police report, officers recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction. The report lists no other contributing factors and does not cite failure to yield or signal use. Injury status for others in the dataset is unspecified.
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Bus driver injures teen at East 16th▸Sep 9 - A bus driver went straight and hit a 17-year-old in the intersection by 1688 East 16th Street, Brooklyn. The right front bumper made contact. She suffered a neck injury and a bruise. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
A bus driver in a 2012 bus hit a 17-year-old pedestrian at the intersection by 1688 East 16th Street in Brooklyn. She was conscious and suffered a neck injury with a bruise. According to the police report, the bus was “Going Straight Ahead” and the point of impact was the “Right Front Bumper.” The pedestrian location was recorded as “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection.” The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified” for the driver and the pedestrian. Vehicle damage was listed as “No Damage.” Police did not cite any specific driver violations in the report.
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Driver rear-ends parked sedan; two kids injured▸Sep 3 - On E 19 St at Avenue T, a driver in a sedan hit a parked sedan from behind. A 50-year-old woman in the parked car was hurt. Two boys, 8 and 9, were injured in the back seats.
In Brooklyn, at E 19 St and Avenue T, a driver in a sedan rear-ended a parked sedan. The parked car’s center back end was damaged. A 50-year-old woman driving the parked car was injured with a back injury. Two boys, 8 and 9, riding in back seats were also injured. According to the police report, one sedan was parked and sustained center back-end damage, and no contributing factors were recorded. The report lists the Toyota with one occupant and the Chrysler with three. The crash time was 5:33 p.m.
1
Distracted driver rear-ends parked sedan; child injured▸Sep 1 - A distracted driver going east on Avenue T struck a parked sedan and then contacted another car. A four-year-old right-rear passenger suffered a neck injury and an abrasion. The child was secured in a child restraint.
A driver going east on Avenue T hit a parked sedan and then contacted a third car. A four-year-old right rear passenger suffered a neck injury and an abrasion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction by the driver. The moving sedan struck the parked vehicle at the parked car’s center back end; the moving car’s left front bumper and center front end were damaged. The injured child was listed as occupying the right rear seat and secured in a child restraint. No pedestrians or cyclists were recorded in the crash.
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Left-turning SUV hits 78-year-old pedestrian▸Aug 27 - A driver turning left on Kings Highway hit a 78-year-old man in a marked crosswalk at Bedford Avenue. He suffered a head injury and contusion and remained conscious. Police recorded driver inattention.
An eastbound Jeep SUV turned left from Kings Highway onto Bedford Avenue. The driver hit a 78-year-old man who was crossing in a marked crosswalk. The man suffered a head injury and a contusion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report lists the point of impact as the right front bumper. The driver was licensed and the sole occupant. The data notes the pedestrian crossed with no signal, but that detail follows the primary driver error of inattention.
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Ford SUV rear-ends stopped Nissan SUV▸Aug 16 - A Ford SUV rear-ended a stopped Nissan SUV on Kings Highway at Bedford Avenue. The Nissan driver, 28, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Police recorded Following Too Closely. Both vehicles sustained rear/front damage in westbound traffic.
Two westbound SUVs collided on Kings Highway at Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2015 Ford SUV struck the center rear of a stopped 2023 Nissan SUV. One driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered a head injury and reported whiplash; he was conscious and not ejected. “According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Following Too Closely.'” The report lists the Ford’s center front impact and the Nissan’s center back damage and records no other driver behaviors. Both drivers were licensed. The crash injured occupants and damaged both vehicles in a rear-end collision.
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Sedan slams left side on Bedford▸Aug 14 - Southbound sedan hit on Bedford Avenue. Left side crushed. Four passengers hurt. Driver injured. All listed with internal and back pain. Failure to yield flagged. Night street. Metal, glass, sirens. Brooklyn pays again.
A southbound Ford sedan traveling straight on Bedford Avenue was struck on its left side, injuring four passengers and the driver. According to the police report, “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way” was the contributing factor for the driver and vehicle occupants. The impact crushed the sedan’s left doors and sent pain through the cabin. Passengers ages 25, 32, and 36 reported internal and back injuries. The 41-year-old driver was also hurt. The data lists Failure to Yield Right-of-Way as the central error, repeated for the driver and occupants. No other factors are cited. The scene sits at 4019 Bedford Ave in Brooklyn, just after midnight.
14Int 1347-2025
Narcisse co-sponsors crackdown on unlicensed commuter vans, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council moves to hit rogue vans hard. A checklist. Max fines for each breach. TLC, NYPD, DOT must act together. Crack down on illegal operators who imperil riders and people on the street. The bill sits in committee.
Int 1347-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to keep a compliance checklist. When officers stop an unlicensed van, they must check every rule and issue the maximum fine for each breach. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. Status: Committee. If enacted, it takes effect 120 days later. It targets illegal operators who put riders and bystanders at risk.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1347-2025
Narcisse co-sponsors unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council introduces Int 1347-2025 to curb rogue commuter vans. TLC, NYPD, and DOT must keep a safety checklist. Officers who spot an unlicensed van stack every charge and levy max fines. A push to shield riders and people on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is in Committee. It sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction and referral on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title reads, “A Local Law … in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist of laws on vehicle and driver licensure, service authorization, insurance, and inspections. When an officer stops an unlicensed van, they must review the list and issue the maximum penalty for each violation. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams is joined by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis. The aim is to protect riders and bystanders from unlicensed operators who skip the rules.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
12
Northbound SUV, Westbound Sedan Collide on Avenue P▸Aug 12 - A northbound SUV and a westbound sedan collided center-front at Avenue P and E 29 St. A 3-year-old rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. Police recorded Traffic Control Disregarded.
Two vehicles met in a center-front collision at Avenue P and E 29 St in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound SUV and the driver of a westbound sedan were both going straight. The sedan had three occupants; the SUV had two. A 3-year-old female rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. According to the police report, "the contributing factor was 'Traffic Control Disregarded.'" Police recorded center-front impacts for both vehicles and drivers going straight ahead. The report also lists injuries to the 28-year-old sedan driver, a 24-year-old front passenger, and several older occupants. No other contributing factors for the victims are recorded.
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Vernikov Backs Misguided DOT Opposition to Daylighting▸Aug 8 - DOT sides with car-first politicians. Daylighting stalls. Corners stay blind. Pedestrians and cyclists lose. Safety takes a back seat. The city’s most vulnerable pay the price.
On August 8, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the clash over universal daylighting. No bill number or committee listed. DOT’s report claimed high costs and little safety gain, fueling opposition from Council Members Inna Vernikov, Bob Holden, and Vito Fossella. Council Member Julie Won and Mayor Ravi Bhalla called the report a scare tactic, urging citywide daylighting to save lives. DOT’s compromise with pro-car officials weakens protections. As safety analyst notes, this shift prioritizes cars over people, undermining vulnerable road user safety and citywide mode shift goals.
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We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
4
Two drivers collide on Ocean Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 4 - Drivers of a van and a sedan collided southbound on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R. Three hurt: the 32-year-old driver, leg; two passengers, back and head. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a van and a driver in a sedan collided while heading south on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R in Brooklyn. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered leg injuries. Two passengers were also hurt: a 34-year-old man with back pain and a 35-year-old woman with head trauma. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight. Police listed no other contributing factors. Damage was recorded to the left side of the van and the right front of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
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Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
9
Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene▸Jul 9 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man crossing in Sheepshead Bay. The rider looked away, hit the man, paused, then fled. The victim lay motionless. Paramedics rushed him to the hospital. He died from his injuries.
ABC7 reported on July 9, 2025, that Zhuo Xie, 90, was killed crossing East 14th Street and Avenue U in Brooklyn. The article states, "a man riding a blue moped slammed into Xie and both men fell to the ground." Surveillance video showed the moped rider looking left, not ahead, before impact. The driver checked on Xie, then left the scene. Police said the moped had a green light, but the rider's inattention and failure to remain highlight systemic dangers for pedestrians. The incident underscores risks at intersections and the consequences of hit-and-run crashes.
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Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on E 14 St▸Jul 8 - A moped hit a 90-year-old man at Avenue U and E 14 St. The impact left him unconscious, bleeding from the head. Brooklyn pavement ran red. No driver errors listed. The city failed to protect him.
A 90-year-old pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding after a moped struck him at Avenue U and E 14 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man was found unconscious at the intersection. The moped’s center front end took the impact. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections, especially the elderly. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
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U-Turning Sedan Strikes Motorcyclist on Avenue P▸Jul 7 - Sedan making U-turn hit motorcyclist on Avenue P. Rider suffered leg injury. Police cite driver inattention. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A sedan making a U-turn on Avenue P in Brooklyn struck a motorcyclist traveling straight. The 28-year-old rider suffered a knee and foot injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving, especially during unpredictable maneuvers like U-turns.
Sep 9 - A bus driver went straight and hit a 17-year-old in the intersection by 1688 East 16th Street, Brooklyn. The right front bumper made contact. She suffered a neck injury and a bruise. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
A bus driver in a 2012 bus hit a 17-year-old pedestrian at the intersection by 1688 East 16th Street in Brooklyn. She was conscious and suffered a neck injury with a bruise. According to the police report, the bus was “Going Straight Ahead” and the point of impact was the “Right Front Bumper.” The pedestrian location was recorded as “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection.” The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified” for the driver and the pedestrian. Vehicle damage was listed as “No Damage.” Police did not cite any specific driver violations in the report.
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Driver rear-ends parked sedan; two kids injured▸Sep 3 - On E 19 St at Avenue T, a driver in a sedan hit a parked sedan from behind. A 50-year-old woman in the parked car was hurt. Two boys, 8 and 9, were injured in the back seats.
In Brooklyn, at E 19 St and Avenue T, a driver in a sedan rear-ended a parked sedan. The parked car’s center back end was damaged. A 50-year-old woman driving the parked car was injured with a back injury. Two boys, 8 and 9, riding in back seats were also injured. According to the police report, one sedan was parked and sustained center back-end damage, and no contributing factors were recorded. The report lists the Toyota with one occupant and the Chrysler with three. The crash time was 5:33 p.m.
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Distracted driver rear-ends parked sedan; child injured▸Sep 1 - A distracted driver going east on Avenue T struck a parked sedan and then contacted another car. A four-year-old right-rear passenger suffered a neck injury and an abrasion. The child was secured in a child restraint.
A driver going east on Avenue T hit a parked sedan and then contacted a third car. A four-year-old right rear passenger suffered a neck injury and an abrasion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction by the driver. The moving sedan struck the parked vehicle at the parked car’s center back end; the moving car’s left front bumper and center front end were damaged. The injured child was listed as occupying the right rear seat and secured in a child restraint. No pedestrians or cyclists were recorded in the crash.
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Left-turning SUV hits 78-year-old pedestrian▸Aug 27 - A driver turning left on Kings Highway hit a 78-year-old man in a marked crosswalk at Bedford Avenue. He suffered a head injury and contusion and remained conscious. Police recorded driver inattention.
An eastbound Jeep SUV turned left from Kings Highway onto Bedford Avenue. The driver hit a 78-year-old man who was crossing in a marked crosswalk. The man suffered a head injury and a contusion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report lists the point of impact as the right front bumper. The driver was licensed and the sole occupant. The data notes the pedestrian crossed with no signal, but that detail follows the primary driver error of inattention.
16
Ford SUV rear-ends stopped Nissan SUV▸Aug 16 - A Ford SUV rear-ended a stopped Nissan SUV on Kings Highway at Bedford Avenue. The Nissan driver, 28, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Police recorded Following Too Closely. Both vehicles sustained rear/front damage in westbound traffic.
Two westbound SUVs collided on Kings Highway at Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2015 Ford SUV struck the center rear of a stopped 2023 Nissan SUV. One driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered a head injury and reported whiplash; he was conscious and not ejected. “According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Following Too Closely.'” The report lists the Ford’s center front impact and the Nissan’s center back damage and records no other driver behaviors. Both drivers were licensed. The crash injured occupants and damaged both vehicles in a rear-end collision.
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Sedan slams left side on Bedford▸Aug 14 - Southbound sedan hit on Bedford Avenue. Left side crushed. Four passengers hurt. Driver injured. All listed with internal and back pain. Failure to yield flagged. Night street. Metal, glass, sirens. Brooklyn pays again.
A southbound Ford sedan traveling straight on Bedford Avenue was struck on its left side, injuring four passengers and the driver. According to the police report, “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way” was the contributing factor for the driver and vehicle occupants. The impact crushed the sedan’s left doors and sent pain through the cabin. Passengers ages 25, 32, and 36 reported internal and back injuries. The 41-year-old driver was also hurt. The data lists Failure to Yield Right-of-Way as the central error, repeated for the driver and occupants. No other factors are cited. The scene sits at 4019 Bedford Ave in Brooklyn, just after midnight.
14Int 1347-2025
Narcisse co-sponsors crackdown on unlicensed commuter vans, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council moves to hit rogue vans hard. A checklist. Max fines for each breach. TLC, NYPD, DOT must act together. Crack down on illegal operators who imperil riders and people on the street. The bill sits in committee.
Int 1347-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to keep a compliance checklist. When officers stop an unlicensed van, they must check every rule and issue the maximum fine for each breach. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. Status: Committee. If enacted, it takes effect 120 days later. It targets illegal operators who put riders and bystanders at risk.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1347-2025
Narcisse co-sponsors unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council introduces Int 1347-2025 to curb rogue commuter vans. TLC, NYPD, and DOT must keep a safety checklist. Officers who spot an unlicensed van stack every charge and levy max fines. A push to shield riders and people on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is in Committee. It sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction and referral on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title reads, “A Local Law … in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist of laws on vehicle and driver licensure, service authorization, insurance, and inspections. When an officer stops an unlicensed van, they must review the list and issue the maximum penalty for each violation. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams is joined by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis. The aim is to protect riders and bystanders from unlicensed operators who skip the rules.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
12
Northbound SUV, Westbound Sedan Collide on Avenue P▸Aug 12 - A northbound SUV and a westbound sedan collided center-front at Avenue P and E 29 St. A 3-year-old rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. Police recorded Traffic Control Disregarded.
Two vehicles met in a center-front collision at Avenue P and E 29 St in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound SUV and the driver of a westbound sedan were both going straight. The sedan had three occupants; the SUV had two. A 3-year-old female rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. According to the police report, "the contributing factor was 'Traffic Control Disregarded.'" Police recorded center-front impacts for both vehicles and drivers going straight ahead. The report also lists injuries to the 28-year-old sedan driver, a 24-year-old front passenger, and several older occupants. No other contributing factors for the victims are recorded.
8
Vernikov Backs Misguided DOT Opposition to Daylighting▸Aug 8 - DOT sides with car-first politicians. Daylighting stalls. Corners stay blind. Pedestrians and cyclists lose. Safety takes a back seat. The city’s most vulnerable pay the price.
On August 8, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the clash over universal daylighting. No bill number or committee listed. DOT’s report claimed high costs and little safety gain, fueling opposition from Council Members Inna Vernikov, Bob Holden, and Vito Fossella. Council Member Julie Won and Mayor Ravi Bhalla called the report a scare tactic, urging citywide daylighting to save lives. DOT’s compromise with pro-car officials weakens protections. As safety analyst notes, this shift prioritizes cars over people, undermining vulnerable road user safety and citywide mode shift goals.
-
We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
4
Two drivers collide on Ocean Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 4 - Drivers of a van and a sedan collided southbound on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R. Three hurt: the 32-year-old driver, leg; two passengers, back and head. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a van and a driver in a sedan collided while heading south on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R in Brooklyn. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered leg injuries. Two passengers were also hurt: a 34-year-old man with back pain and a 35-year-old woman with head trauma. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight. Police listed no other contributing factors. Damage was recorded to the left side of the van and the right front of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
23
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
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Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
9
Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene▸Jul 9 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man crossing in Sheepshead Bay. The rider looked away, hit the man, paused, then fled. The victim lay motionless. Paramedics rushed him to the hospital. He died from his injuries.
ABC7 reported on July 9, 2025, that Zhuo Xie, 90, was killed crossing East 14th Street and Avenue U in Brooklyn. The article states, "a man riding a blue moped slammed into Xie and both men fell to the ground." Surveillance video showed the moped rider looking left, not ahead, before impact. The driver checked on Xie, then left the scene. Police said the moped had a green light, but the rider's inattention and failure to remain highlight systemic dangers for pedestrians. The incident underscores risks at intersections and the consequences of hit-and-run crashes.
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Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on E 14 St▸Jul 8 - A moped hit a 90-year-old man at Avenue U and E 14 St. The impact left him unconscious, bleeding from the head. Brooklyn pavement ran red. No driver errors listed. The city failed to protect him.
A 90-year-old pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding after a moped struck him at Avenue U and E 14 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man was found unconscious at the intersection. The moped’s center front end took the impact. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections, especially the elderly. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
7
U-Turning Sedan Strikes Motorcyclist on Avenue P▸Jul 7 - Sedan making U-turn hit motorcyclist on Avenue P. Rider suffered leg injury. Police cite driver inattention. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A sedan making a U-turn on Avenue P in Brooklyn struck a motorcyclist traveling straight. The 28-year-old rider suffered a knee and foot injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving, especially during unpredictable maneuvers like U-turns.
Sep 3 - On E 19 St at Avenue T, a driver in a sedan hit a parked sedan from behind. A 50-year-old woman in the parked car was hurt. Two boys, 8 and 9, were injured in the back seats.
In Brooklyn, at E 19 St and Avenue T, a driver in a sedan rear-ended a parked sedan. The parked car’s center back end was damaged. A 50-year-old woman driving the parked car was injured with a back injury. Two boys, 8 and 9, riding in back seats were also injured. According to the police report, one sedan was parked and sustained center back-end damage, and no contributing factors were recorded. The report lists the Toyota with one occupant and the Chrysler with three. The crash time was 5:33 p.m.
1
Distracted driver rear-ends parked sedan; child injured▸Sep 1 - A distracted driver going east on Avenue T struck a parked sedan and then contacted another car. A four-year-old right-rear passenger suffered a neck injury and an abrasion. The child was secured in a child restraint.
A driver going east on Avenue T hit a parked sedan and then contacted a third car. A four-year-old right rear passenger suffered a neck injury and an abrasion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction by the driver. The moving sedan struck the parked vehicle at the parked car’s center back end; the moving car’s left front bumper and center front end were damaged. The injured child was listed as occupying the right rear seat and secured in a child restraint. No pedestrians or cyclists were recorded in the crash.
27
Left-turning SUV hits 78-year-old pedestrian▸Aug 27 - A driver turning left on Kings Highway hit a 78-year-old man in a marked crosswalk at Bedford Avenue. He suffered a head injury and contusion and remained conscious. Police recorded driver inattention.
An eastbound Jeep SUV turned left from Kings Highway onto Bedford Avenue. The driver hit a 78-year-old man who was crossing in a marked crosswalk. The man suffered a head injury and a contusion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report lists the point of impact as the right front bumper. The driver was licensed and the sole occupant. The data notes the pedestrian crossed with no signal, but that detail follows the primary driver error of inattention.
16
Ford SUV rear-ends stopped Nissan SUV▸Aug 16 - A Ford SUV rear-ended a stopped Nissan SUV on Kings Highway at Bedford Avenue. The Nissan driver, 28, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Police recorded Following Too Closely. Both vehicles sustained rear/front damage in westbound traffic.
Two westbound SUVs collided on Kings Highway at Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2015 Ford SUV struck the center rear of a stopped 2023 Nissan SUV. One driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered a head injury and reported whiplash; he was conscious and not ejected. “According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Following Too Closely.'” The report lists the Ford’s center front impact and the Nissan’s center back damage and records no other driver behaviors. Both drivers were licensed. The crash injured occupants and damaged both vehicles in a rear-end collision.
14
Sedan slams left side on Bedford▸Aug 14 - Southbound sedan hit on Bedford Avenue. Left side crushed. Four passengers hurt. Driver injured. All listed with internal and back pain. Failure to yield flagged. Night street. Metal, glass, sirens. Brooklyn pays again.
A southbound Ford sedan traveling straight on Bedford Avenue was struck on its left side, injuring four passengers and the driver. According to the police report, “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way” was the contributing factor for the driver and vehicle occupants. The impact crushed the sedan’s left doors and sent pain through the cabin. Passengers ages 25, 32, and 36 reported internal and back injuries. The 41-year-old driver was also hurt. The data lists Failure to Yield Right-of-Way as the central error, repeated for the driver and occupants. No other factors are cited. The scene sits at 4019 Bedford Ave in Brooklyn, just after midnight.
14Int 1347-2025
Narcisse co-sponsors crackdown on unlicensed commuter vans, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council moves to hit rogue vans hard. A checklist. Max fines for each breach. TLC, NYPD, DOT must act together. Crack down on illegal operators who imperil riders and people on the street. The bill sits in committee.
Int 1347-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to keep a compliance checklist. When officers stop an unlicensed van, they must check every rule and issue the maximum fine for each breach. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. Status: Committee. If enacted, it takes effect 120 days later. It targets illegal operators who put riders and bystanders at risk.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1347-2025
Narcisse co-sponsors unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council introduces Int 1347-2025 to curb rogue commuter vans. TLC, NYPD, and DOT must keep a safety checklist. Officers who spot an unlicensed van stack every charge and levy max fines. A push to shield riders and people on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is in Committee. It sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction and referral on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title reads, “A Local Law … in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist of laws on vehicle and driver licensure, service authorization, insurance, and inspections. When an officer stops an unlicensed van, they must review the list and issue the maximum penalty for each violation. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams is joined by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis. The aim is to protect riders and bystanders from unlicensed operators who skip the rules.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
12
Northbound SUV, Westbound Sedan Collide on Avenue P▸Aug 12 - A northbound SUV and a westbound sedan collided center-front at Avenue P and E 29 St. A 3-year-old rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. Police recorded Traffic Control Disregarded.
Two vehicles met in a center-front collision at Avenue P and E 29 St in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound SUV and the driver of a westbound sedan were both going straight. The sedan had three occupants; the SUV had two. A 3-year-old female rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. According to the police report, "the contributing factor was 'Traffic Control Disregarded.'" Police recorded center-front impacts for both vehicles and drivers going straight ahead. The report also lists injuries to the 28-year-old sedan driver, a 24-year-old front passenger, and several older occupants. No other contributing factors for the victims are recorded.
8
Vernikov Backs Misguided DOT Opposition to Daylighting▸Aug 8 - DOT sides with car-first politicians. Daylighting stalls. Corners stay blind. Pedestrians and cyclists lose. Safety takes a back seat. The city’s most vulnerable pay the price.
On August 8, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the clash over universal daylighting. No bill number or committee listed. DOT’s report claimed high costs and little safety gain, fueling opposition from Council Members Inna Vernikov, Bob Holden, and Vito Fossella. Council Member Julie Won and Mayor Ravi Bhalla called the report a scare tactic, urging citywide daylighting to save lives. DOT’s compromise with pro-car officials weakens protections. As safety analyst notes, this shift prioritizes cars over people, undermining vulnerable road user safety and citywide mode shift goals.
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We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
4
Two drivers collide on Ocean Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 4 - Drivers of a van and a sedan collided southbound on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R. Three hurt: the 32-year-old driver, leg; two passengers, back and head. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a van and a driver in a sedan collided while heading south on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R in Brooklyn. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered leg injuries. Two passengers were also hurt: a 34-year-old man with back pain and a 35-year-old woman with head trauma. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight. Police listed no other contributing factors. Damage was recorded to the left side of the van and the right front of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
23
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
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Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
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Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
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Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
9
Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene▸Jul 9 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man crossing in Sheepshead Bay. The rider looked away, hit the man, paused, then fled. The victim lay motionless. Paramedics rushed him to the hospital. He died from his injuries.
ABC7 reported on July 9, 2025, that Zhuo Xie, 90, was killed crossing East 14th Street and Avenue U in Brooklyn. The article states, "a man riding a blue moped slammed into Xie and both men fell to the ground." Surveillance video showed the moped rider looking left, not ahead, before impact. The driver checked on Xie, then left the scene. Police said the moped had a green light, but the rider's inattention and failure to remain highlight systemic dangers for pedestrians. The incident underscores risks at intersections and the consequences of hit-and-run crashes.
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Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on E 14 St▸Jul 8 - A moped hit a 90-year-old man at Avenue U and E 14 St. The impact left him unconscious, bleeding from the head. Brooklyn pavement ran red. No driver errors listed. The city failed to protect him.
A 90-year-old pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding after a moped struck him at Avenue U and E 14 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man was found unconscious at the intersection. The moped’s center front end took the impact. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections, especially the elderly. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
7
U-Turning Sedan Strikes Motorcyclist on Avenue P▸Jul 7 - Sedan making U-turn hit motorcyclist on Avenue P. Rider suffered leg injury. Police cite driver inattention. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A sedan making a U-turn on Avenue P in Brooklyn struck a motorcyclist traveling straight. The 28-year-old rider suffered a knee and foot injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving, especially during unpredictable maneuvers like U-turns.
Sep 1 - A distracted driver going east on Avenue T struck a parked sedan and then contacted another car. A four-year-old right-rear passenger suffered a neck injury and an abrasion. The child was secured in a child restraint.
A driver going east on Avenue T hit a parked sedan and then contacted a third car. A four-year-old right rear passenger suffered a neck injury and an abrasion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction by the driver. The moving sedan struck the parked vehicle at the parked car’s center back end; the moving car’s left front bumper and center front end were damaged. The injured child was listed as occupying the right rear seat and secured in a child restraint. No pedestrians or cyclists were recorded in the crash.
27
Left-turning SUV hits 78-year-old pedestrian▸Aug 27 - A driver turning left on Kings Highway hit a 78-year-old man in a marked crosswalk at Bedford Avenue. He suffered a head injury and contusion and remained conscious. Police recorded driver inattention.
An eastbound Jeep SUV turned left from Kings Highway onto Bedford Avenue. The driver hit a 78-year-old man who was crossing in a marked crosswalk. The man suffered a head injury and a contusion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report lists the point of impact as the right front bumper. The driver was licensed and the sole occupant. The data notes the pedestrian crossed with no signal, but that detail follows the primary driver error of inattention.
16
Ford SUV rear-ends stopped Nissan SUV▸Aug 16 - A Ford SUV rear-ended a stopped Nissan SUV on Kings Highway at Bedford Avenue. The Nissan driver, 28, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Police recorded Following Too Closely. Both vehicles sustained rear/front damage in westbound traffic.
Two westbound SUVs collided on Kings Highway at Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2015 Ford SUV struck the center rear of a stopped 2023 Nissan SUV. One driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered a head injury and reported whiplash; he was conscious and not ejected. “According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Following Too Closely.'” The report lists the Ford’s center front impact and the Nissan’s center back damage and records no other driver behaviors. Both drivers were licensed. The crash injured occupants and damaged both vehicles in a rear-end collision.
14
Sedan slams left side on Bedford▸Aug 14 - Southbound sedan hit on Bedford Avenue. Left side crushed. Four passengers hurt. Driver injured. All listed with internal and back pain. Failure to yield flagged. Night street. Metal, glass, sirens. Brooklyn pays again.
A southbound Ford sedan traveling straight on Bedford Avenue was struck on its left side, injuring four passengers and the driver. According to the police report, “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way” was the contributing factor for the driver and vehicle occupants. The impact crushed the sedan’s left doors and sent pain through the cabin. Passengers ages 25, 32, and 36 reported internal and back injuries. The 41-year-old driver was also hurt. The data lists Failure to Yield Right-of-Way as the central error, repeated for the driver and occupants. No other factors are cited. The scene sits at 4019 Bedford Ave in Brooklyn, just after midnight.
14Int 1347-2025
Narcisse co-sponsors crackdown on unlicensed commuter vans, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council moves to hit rogue vans hard. A checklist. Max fines for each breach. TLC, NYPD, DOT must act together. Crack down on illegal operators who imperil riders and people on the street. The bill sits in committee.
Int 1347-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to keep a compliance checklist. When officers stop an unlicensed van, they must check every rule and issue the maximum fine for each breach. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. Status: Committee. If enacted, it takes effect 120 days later. It targets illegal operators who put riders and bystanders at risk.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1347-2025
Narcisse co-sponsors unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council introduces Int 1347-2025 to curb rogue commuter vans. TLC, NYPD, and DOT must keep a safety checklist. Officers who spot an unlicensed van stack every charge and levy max fines. A push to shield riders and people on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is in Committee. It sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction and referral on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title reads, “A Local Law … in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist of laws on vehicle and driver licensure, service authorization, insurance, and inspections. When an officer stops an unlicensed van, they must review the list and issue the maximum penalty for each violation. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams is joined by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis. The aim is to protect riders and bystanders from unlicensed operators who skip the rules.
-
File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
12
Northbound SUV, Westbound Sedan Collide on Avenue P▸Aug 12 - A northbound SUV and a westbound sedan collided center-front at Avenue P and E 29 St. A 3-year-old rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. Police recorded Traffic Control Disregarded.
Two vehicles met in a center-front collision at Avenue P and E 29 St in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound SUV and the driver of a westbound sedan were both going straight. The sedan had three occupants; the SUV had two. A 3-year-old female rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. According to the police report, "the contributing factor was 'Traffic Control Disregarded.'" Police recorded center-front impacts for both vehicles and drivers going straight ahead. The report also lists injuries to the 28-year-old sedan driver, a 24-year-old front passenger, and several older occupants. No other contributing factors for the victims are recorded.
8
Vernikov Backs Misguided DOT Opposition to Daylighting▸Aug 8 - DOT sides with car-first politicians. Daylighting stalls. Corners stay blind. Pedestrians and cyclists lose. Safety takes a back seat. The city’s most vulnerable pay the price.
On August 8, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the clash over universal daylighting. No bill number or committee listed. DOT’s report claimed high costs and little safety gain, fueling opposition from Council Members Inna Vernikov, Bob Holden, and Vito Fossella. Council Member Julie Won and Mayor Ravi Bhalla called the report a scare tactic, urging citywide daylighting to save lives. DOT’s compromise with pro-car officials weakens protections. As safety analyst notes, this shift prioritizes cars over people, undermining vulnerable road user safety and citywide mode shift goals.
-
We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
4
Two drivers collide on Ocean Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 4 - Drivers of a van and a sedan collided southbound on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R. Three hurt: the 32-year-old driver, leg; two passengers, back and head. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a van and a driver in a sedan collided while heading south on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R in Brooklyn. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered leg injuries. Two passengers were also hurt: a 34-year-old man with back pain and a 35-year-old woman with head trauma. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight. Police listed no other contributing factors. Damage was recorded to the left side of the van and the right front of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
23
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
-
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
-
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
9
Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene▸Jul 9 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man crossing in Sheepshead Bay. The rider looked away, hit the man, paused, then fled. The victim lay motionless. Paramedics rushed him to the hospital. He died from his injuries.
ABC7 reported on July 9, 2025, that Zhuo Xie, 90, was killed crossing East 14th Street and Avenue U in Brooklyn. The article states, "a man riding a blue moped slammed into Xie and both men fell to the ground." Surveillance video showed the moped rider looking left, not ahead, before impact. The driver checked on Xie, then left the scene. Police said the moped had a green light, but the rider's inattention and failure to remain highlight systemic dangers for pedestrians. The incident underscores risks at intersections and the consequences of hit-and-run crashes.
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Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on E 14 St▸Jul 8 - A moped hit a 90-year-old man at Avenue U and E 14 St. The impact left him unconscious, bleeding from the head. Brooklyn pavement ran red. No driver errors listed. The city failed to protect him.
A 90-year-old pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding after a moped struck him at Avenue U and E 14 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man was found unconscious at the intersection. The moped’s center front end took the impact. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections, especially the elderly. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
7
U-Turning Sedan Strikes Motorcyclist on Avenue P▸Jul 7 - Sedan making U-turn hit motorcyclist on Avenue P. Rider suffered leg injury. Police cite driver inattention. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A sedan making a U-turn on Avenue P in Brooklyn struck a motorcyclist traveling straight. The 28-year-old rider suffered a knee and foot injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving, especially during unpredictable maneuvers like U-turns.
Aug 27 - A driver turning left on Kings Highway hit a 78-year-old man in a marked crosswalk at Bedford Avenue. He suffered a head injury and contusion and remained conscious. Police recorded driver inattention.
An eastbound Jeep SUV turned left from Kings Highway onto Bedford Avenue. The driver hit a 78-year-old man who was crossing in a marked crosswalk. The man suffered a head injury and a contusion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report lists the point of impact as the right front bumper. The driver was licensed and the sole occupant. The data notes the pedestrian crossed with no signal, but that detail follows the primary driver error of inattention.
16
Ford SUV rear-ends stopped Nissan SUV▸Aug 16 - A Ford SUV rear-ended a stopped Nissan SUV on Kings Highway at Bedford Avenue. The Nissan driver, 28, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Police recorded Following Too Closely. Both vehicles sustained rear/front damage in westbound traffic.
Two westbound SUVs collided on Kings Highway at Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2015 Ford SUV struck the center rear of a stopped 2023 Nissan SUV. One driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered a head injury and reported whiplash; he was conscious and not ejected. “According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Following Too Closely.'” The report lists the Ford’s center front impact and the Nissan’s center back damage and records no other driver behaviors. Both drivers were licensed. The crash injured occupants and damaged both vehicles in a rear-end collision.
14
Sedan slams left side on Bedford▸Aug 14 - Southbound sedan hit on Bedford Avenue. Left side crushed. Four passengers hurt. Driver injured. All listed with internal and back pain. Failure to yield flagged. Night street. Metal, glass, sirens. Brooklyn pays again.
A southbound Ford sedan traveling straight on Bedford Avenue was struck on its left side, injuring four passengers and the driver. According to the police report, “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way” was the contributing factor for the driver and vehicle occupants. The impact crushed the sedan’s left doors and sent pain through the cabin. Passengers ages 25, 32, and 36 reported internal and back injuries. The 41-year-old driver was also hurt. The data lists Failure to Yield Right-of-Way as the central error, repeated for the driver and occupants. No other factors are cited. The scene sits at 4019 Bedford Ave in Brooklyn, just after midnight.
14Int 1347-2025
Narcisse co-sponsors crackdown on unlicensed commuter vans, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council moves to hit rogue vans hard. A checklist. Max fines for each breach. TLC, NYPD, DOT must act together. Crack down on illegal operators who imperil riders and people on the street. The bill sits in committee.
Int 1347-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to keep a compliance checklist. When officers stop an unlicensed van, they must check every rule and issue the maximum fine for each breach. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. Status: Committee. If enacted, it takes effect 120 days later. It targets illegal operators who put riders and bystanders at risk.
-
File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1347-2025
Narcisse co-sponsors unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council introduces Int 1347-2025 to curb rogue commuter vans. TLC, NYPD, and DOT must keep a safety checklist. Officers who spot an unlicensed van stack every charge and levy max fines. A push to shield riders and people on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is in Committee. It sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction and referral on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title reads, “A Local Law … in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist of laws on vehicle and driver licensure, service authorization, insurance, and inspections. When an officer stops an unlicensed van, they must review the list and issue the maximum penalty for each violation. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams is joined by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis. The aim is to protect riders and bystanders from unlicensed operators who skip the rules.
-
File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
12
Northbound SUV, Westbound Sedan Collide on Avenue P▸Aug 12 - A northbound SUV and a westbound sedan collided center-front at Avenue P and E 29 St. A 3-year-old rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. Police recorded Traffic Control Disregarded.
Two vehicles met in a center-front collision at Avenue P and E 29 St in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound SUV and the driver of a westbound sedan were both going straight. The sedan had three occupants; the SUV had two. A 3-year-old female rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. According to the police report, "the contributing factor was 'Traffic Control Disregarded.'" Police recorded center-front impacts for both vehicles and drivers going straight ahead. The report also lists injuries to the 28-year-old sedan driver, a 24-year-old front passenger, and several older occupants. No other contributing factors for the victims are recorded.
8
Vernikov Backs Misguided DOT Opposition to Daylighting▸Aug 8 - DOT sides with car-first politicians. Daylighting stalls. Corners stay blind. Pedestrians and cyclists lose. Safety takes a back seat. The city’s most vulnerable pay the price.
On August 8, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the clash over universal daylighting. No bill number or committee listed. DOT’s report claimed high costs and little safety gain, fueling opposition from Council Members Inna Vernikov, Bob Holden, and Vito Fossella. Council Member Julie Won and Mayor Ravi Bhalla called the report a scare tactic, urging citywide daylighting to save lives. DOT’s compromise with pro-car officials weakens protections. As safety analyst notes, this shift prioritizes cars over people, undermining vulnerable road user safety and citywide mode shift goals.
-
We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
4
Two drivers collide on Ocean Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 4 - Drivers of a van and a sedan collided southbound on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R. Three hurt: the 32-year-old driver, leg; two passengers, back and head. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a van and a driver in a sedan collided while heading south on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R in Brooklyn. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered leg injuries. Two passengers were also hurt: a 34-year-old man with back pain and a 35-year-old woman with head trauma. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight. Police listed no other contributing factors. Damage was recorded to the left side of the van and the right front of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
23
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
-
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
-
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
9
Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene▸Jul 9 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man crossing in Sheepshead Bay. The rider looked away, hit the man, paused, then fled. The victim lay motionless. Paramedics rushed him to the hospital. He died from his injuries.
ABC7 reported on July 9, 2025, that Zhuo Xie, 90, was killed crossing East 14th Street and Avenue U in Brooklyn. The article states, "a man riding a blue moped slammed into Xie and both men fell to the ground." Surveillance video showed the moped rider looking left, not ahead, before impact. The driver checked on Xie, then left the scene. Police said the moped had a green light, but the rider's inattention and failure to remain highlight systemic dangers for pedestrians. The incident underscores risks at intersections and the consequences of hit-and-run crashes.
-
Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on E 14 St▸Jul 8 - A moped hit a 90-year-old man at Avenue U and E 14 St. The impact left him unconscious, bleeding from the head. Brooklyn pavement ran red. No driver errors listed. The city failed to protect him.
A 90-year-old pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding after a moped struck him at Avenue U and E 14 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man was found unconscious at the intersection. The moped’s center front end took the impact. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections, especially the elderly. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
7
U-Turning Sedan Strikes Motorcyclist on Avenue P▸Jul 7 - Sedan making U-turn hit motorcyclist on Avenue P. Rider suffered leg injury. Police cite driver inattention. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A sedan making a U-turn on Avenue P in Brooklyn struck a motorcyclist traveling straight. The 28-year-old rider suffered a knee and foot injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving, especially during unpredictable maneuvers like U-turns.
Aug 16 - A Ford SUV rear-ended a stopped Nissan SUV on Kings Highway at Bedford Avenue. The Nissan driver, 28, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Police recorded Following Too Closely. Both vehicles sustained rear/front damage in westbound traffic.
Two westbound SUVs collided on Kings Highway at Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2015 Ford SUV struck the center rear of a stopped 2023 Nissan SUV. One driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered a head injury and reported whiplash; he was conscious and not ejected. “According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Following Too Closely.'” The report lists the Ford’s center front impact and the Nissan’s center back damage and records no other driver behaviors. Both drivers were licensed. The crash injured occupants and damaged both vehicles in a rear-end collision.
14
Sedan slams left side on Bedford▸Aug 14 - Southbound sedan hit on Bedford Avenue. Left side crushed. Four passengers hurt. Driver injured. All listed with internal and back pain. Failure to yield flagged. Night street. Metal, glass, sirens. Brooklyn pays again.
A southbound Ford sedan traveling straight on Bedford Avenue was struck on its left side, injuring four passengers and the driver. According to the police report, “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way” was the contributing factor for the driver and vehicle occupants. The impact crushed the sedan’s left doors and sent pain through the cabin. Passengers ages 25, 32, and 36 reported internal and back injuries. The 41-year-old driver was also hurt. The data lists Failure to Yield Right-of-Way as the central error, repeated for the driver and occupants. No other factors are cited. The scene sits at 4019 Bedford Ave in Brooklyn, just after midnight.
14Int 1347-2025
Narcisse co-sponsors crackdown on unlicensed commuter vans, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council moves to hit rogue vans hard. A checklist. Max fines for each breach. TLC, NYPD, DOT must act together. Crack down on illegal operators who imperil riders and people on the street. The bill sits in committee.
Int 1347-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to keep a compliance checklist. When officers stop an unlicensed van, they must check every rule and issue the maximum fine for each breach. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. Status: Committee. If enacted, it takes effect 120 days later. It targets illegal operators who put riders and bystanders at risk.
-
File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1347-2025
Narcisse co-sponsors unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council introduces Int 1347-2025 to curb rogue commuter vans. TLC, NYPD, and DOT must keep a safety checklist. Officers who spot an unlicensed van stack every charge and levy max fines. A push to shield riders and people on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is in Committee. It sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction and referral on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title reads, “A Local Law … in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist of laws on vehicle and driver licensure, service authorization, insurance, and inspections. When an officer stops an unlicensed van, they must review the list and issue the maximum penalty for each violation. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams is joined by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis. The aim is to protect riders and bystanders from unlicensed operators who skip the rules.
-
File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
12
Northbound SUV, Westbound Sedan Collide on Avenue P▸Aug 12 - A northbound SUV and a westbound sedan collided center-front at Avenue P and E 29 St. A 3-year-old rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. Police recorded Traffic Control Disregarded.
Two vehicles met in a center-front collision at Avenue P and E 29 St in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound SUV and the driver of a westbound sedan were both going straight. The sedan had three occupants; the SUV had two. A 3-year-old female rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. According to the police report, "the contributing factor was 'Traffic Control Disregarded.'" Police recorded center-front impacts for both vehicles and drivers going straight ahead. The report also lists injuries to the 28-year-old sedan driver, a 24-year-old front passenger, and several older occupants. No other contributing factors for the victims are recorded.
8
Vernikov Backs Misguided DOT Opposition to Daylighting▸Aug 8 - DOT sides with car-first politicians. Daylighting stalls. Corners stay blind. Pedestrians and cyclists lose. Safety takes a back seat. The city’s most vulnerable pay the price.
On August 8, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the clash over universal daylighting. No bill number or committee listed. DOT’s report claimed high costs and little safety gain, fueling opposition from Council Members Inna Vernikov, Bob Holden, and Vito Fossella. Council Member Julie Won and Mayor Ravi Bhalla called the report a scare tactic, urging citywide daylighting to save lives. DOT’s compromise with pro-car officials weakens protections. As safety analyst notes, this shift prioritizes cars over people, undermining vulnerable road user safety and citywide mode shift goals.
-
We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
4
Two drivers collide on Ocean Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 4 - Drivers of a van and a sedan collided southbound on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R. Three hurt: the 32-year-old driver, leg; two passengers, back and head. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a van and a driver in a sedan collided while heading south on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R in Brooklyn. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered leg injuries. Two passengers were also hurt: a 34-year-old man with back pain and a 35-year-old woman with head trauma. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight. Police listed no other contributing factors. Damage was recorded to the left side of the van and the right front of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
23
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
-
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
-
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
9
Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene▸Jul 9 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man crossing in Sheepshead Bay. The rider looked away, hit the man, paused, then fled. The victim lay motionless. Paramedics rushed him to the hospital. He died from his injuries.
ABC7 reported on July 9, 2025, that Zhuo Xie, 90, was killed crossing East 14th Street and Avenue U in Brooklyn. The article states, "a man riding a blue moped slammed into Xie and both men fell to the ground." Surveillance video showed the moped rider looking left, not ahead, before impact. The driver checked on Xie, then left the scene. Police said the moped had a green light, but the rider's inattention and failure to remain highlight systemic dangers for pedestrians. The incident underscores risks at intersections and the consequences of hit-and-run crashes.
-
Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on E 14 St▸Jul 8 - A moped hit a 90-year-old man at Avenue U and E 14 St. The impact left him unconscious, bleeding from the head. Brooklyn pavement ran red. No driver errors listed. The city failed to protect him.
A 90-year-old pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding after a moped struck him at Avenue U and E 14 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man was found unconscious at the intersection. The moped’s center front end took the impact. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections, especially the elderly. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
7
U-Turning Sedan Strikes Motorcyclist on Avenue P▸Jul 7 - Sedan making U-turn hit motorcyclist on Avenue P. Rider suffered leg injury. Police cite driver inattention. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A sedan making a U-turn on Avenue P in Brooklyn struck a motorcyclist traveling straight. The 28-year-old rider suffered a knee and foot injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving, especially during unpredictable maneuvers like U-turns.
Aug 14 - Southbound sedan hit on Bedford Avenue. Left side crushed. Four passengers hurt. Driver injured. All listed with internal and back pain. Failure to yield flagged. Night street. Metal, glass, sirens. Brooklyn pays again.
A southbound Ford sedan traveling straight on Bedford Avenue was struck on its left side, injuring four passengers and the driver. According to the police report, “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way” was the contributing factor for the driver and vehicle occupants. The impact crushed the sedan’s left doors and sent pain through the cabin. Passengers ages 25, 32, and 36 reported internal and back injuries. The 41-year-old driver was also hurt. The data lists Failure to Yield Right-of-Way as the central error, repeated for the driver and occupants. No other factors are cited. The scene sits at 4019 Bedford Ave in Brooklyn, just after midnight.
14Int 1347-2025
Narcisse co-sponsors crackdown on unlicensed commuter vans, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council moves to hit rogue vans hard. A checklist. Max fines for each breach. TLC, NYPD, DOT must act together. Crack down on illegal operators who imperil riders and people on the street. The bill sits in committee.
Int 1347-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to keep a compliance checklist. When officers stop an unlicensed van, they must check every rule and issue the maximum fine for each breach. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. Status: Committee. If enacted, it takes effect 120 days later. It targets illegal operators who put riders and bystanders at risk.
-
File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1347-2025
Narcisse co-sponsors unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council introduces Int 1347-2025 to curb rogue commuter vans. TLC, NYPD, and DOT must keep a safety checklist. Officers who spot an unlicensed van stack every charge and levy max fines. A push to shield riders and people on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is in Committee. It sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction and referral on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title reads, “A Local Law … in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist of laws on vehicle and driver licensure, service authorization, insurance, and inspections. When an officer stops an unlicensed van, they must review the list and issue the maximum penalty for each violation. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams is joined by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis. The aim is to protect riders and bystanders from unlicensed operators who skip the rules.
-
File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
12
Northbound SUV, Westbound Sedan Collide on Avenue P▸Aug 12 - A northbound SUV and a westbound sedan collided center-front at Avenue P and E 29 St. A 3-year-old rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. Police recorded Traffic Control Disregarded.
Two vehicles met in a center-front collision at Avenue P and E 29 St in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound SUV and the driver of a westbound sedan were both going straight. The sedan had three occupants; the SUV had two. A 3-year-old female rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. According to the police report, "the contributing factor was 'Traffic Control Disregarded.'" Police recorded center-front impacts for both vehicles and drivers going straight ahead. The report also lists injuries to the 28-year-old sedan driver, a 24-year-old front passenger, and several older occupants. No other contributing factors for the victims are recorded.
8
Vernikov Backs Misguided DOT Opposition to Daylighting▸Aug 8 - DOT sides with car-first politicians. Daylighting stalls. Corners stay blind. Pedestrians and cyclists lose. Safety takes a back seat. The city’s most vulnerable pay the price.
On August 8, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the clash over universal daylighting. No bill number or committee listed. DOT’s report claimed high costs and little safety gain, fueling opposition from Council Members Inna Vernikov, Bob Holden, and Vito Fossella. Council Member Julie Won and Mayor Ravi Bhalla called the report a scare tactic, urging citywide daylighting to save lives. DOT’s compromise with pro-car officials weakens protections. As safety analyst notes, this shift prioritizes cars over people, undermining vulnerable road user safety and citywide mode shift goals.
-
We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
4
Two drivers collide on Ocean Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 4 - Drivers of a van and a sedan collided southbound on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R. Three hurt: the 32-year-old driver, leg; two passengers, back and head. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a van and a driver in a sedan collided while heading south on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R in Brooklyn. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered leg injuries. Two passengers were also hurt: a 34-year-old man with back pain and a 35-year-old woman with head trauma. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight. Police listed no other contributing factors. Damage was recorded to the left side of the van and the right front of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
23
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
-
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
-
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
9
Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene▸Jul 9 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man crossing in Sheepshead Bay. The rider looked away, hit the man, paused, then fled. The victim lay motionless. Paramedics rushed him to the hospital. He died from his injuries.
ABC7 reported on July 9, 2025, that Zhuo Xie, 90, was killed crossing East 14th Street and Avenue U in Brooklyn. The article states, "a man riding a blue moped slammed into Xie and both men fell to the ground." Surveillance video showed the moped rider looking left, not ahead, before impact. The driver checked on Xie, then left the scene. Police said the moped had a green light, but the rider's inattention and failure to remain highlight systemic dangers for pedestrians. The incident underscores risks at intersections and the consequences of hit-and-run crashes.
-
Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on E 14 St▸Jul 8 - A moped hit a 90-year-old man at Avenue U and E 14 St. The impact left him unconscious, bleeding from the head. Brooklyn pavement ran red. No driver errors listed. The city failed to protect him.
A 90-year-old pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding after a moped struck him at Avenue U and E 14 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man was found unconscious at the intersection. The moped’s center front end took the impact. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections, especially the elderly. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
7
U-Turning Sedan Strikes Motorcyclist on Avenue P▸Jul 7 - Sedan making U-turn hit motorcyclist on Avenue P. Rider suffered leg injury. Police cite driver inattention. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A sedan making a U-turn on Avenue P in Brooklyn struck a motorcyclist traveling straight. The 28-year-old rider suffered a knee and foot injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving, especially during unpredictable maneuvers like U-turns.
Aug 14 - Council moves to hit rogue vans hard. A checklist. Max fines for each breach. TLC, NYPD, DOT must act together. Crack down on illegal operators who imperil riders and people on the street. The bill sits in committee.
Int 1347-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to keep a compliance checklist. When officers stop an unlicensed van, they must check every rule and issue the maximum fine for each breach. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. Status: Committee. If enacted, it takes effect 120 days later. It targets illegal operators who put riders and bystanders at risk.
- File Int 1347-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1347-2025
Narcisse co-sponsors unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council introduces Int 1347-2025 to curb rogue commuter vans. TLC, NYPD, and DOT must keep a safety checklist. Officers who spot an unlicensed van stack every charge and levy max fines. A push to shield riders and people on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is in Committee. It sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction and referral on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title reads, “A Local Law … in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist of laws on vehicle and driver licensure, service authorization, insurance, and inspections. When an officer stops an unlicensed van, they must review the list and issue the maximum penalty for each violation. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams is joined by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis. The aim is to protect riders and bystanders from unlicensed operators who skip the rules.
-
File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
12
Northbound SUV, Westbound Sedan Collide on Avenue P▸Aug 12 - A northbound SUV and a westbound sedan collided center-front at Avenue P and E 29 St. A 3-year-old rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. Police recorded Traffic Control Disregarded.
Two vehicles met in a center-front collision at Avenue P and E 29 St in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound SUV and the driver of a westbound sedan were both going straight. The sedan had three occupants; the SUV had two. A 3-year-old female rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. According to the police report, "the contributing factor was 'Traffic Control Disregarded.'" Police recorded center-front impacts for both vehicles and drivers going straight ahead. The report also lists injuries to the 28-year-old sedan driver, a 24-year-old front passenger, and several older occupants. No other contributing factors for the victims are recorded.
8
Vernikov Backs Misguided DOT Opposition to Daylighting▸Aug 8 - DOT sides with car-first politicians. Daylighting stalls. Corners stay blind. Pedestrians and cyclists lose. Safety takes a back seat. The city’s most vulnerable pay the price.
On August 8, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the clash over universal daylighting. No bill number or committee listed. DOT’s report claimed high costs and little safety gain, fueling opposition from Council Members Inna Vernikov, Bob Holden, and Vito Fossella. Council Member Julie Won and Mayor Ravi Bhalla called the report a scare tactic, urging citywide daylighting to save lives. DOT’s compromise with pro-car officials weakens protections. As safety analyst notes, this shift prioritizes cars over people, undermining vulnerable road user safety and citywide mode shift goals.
-
We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
4
Two drivers collide on Ocean Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 4 - Drivers of a van and a sedan collided southbound on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R. Three hurt: the 32-year-old driver, leg; two passengers, back and head. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a van and a driver in a sedan collided while heading south on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R in Brooklyn. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered leg injuries. Two passengers were also hurt: a 34-year-old man with back pain and a 35-year-old woman with head trauma. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight. Police listed no other contributing factors. Damage was recorded to the left side of the van and the right front of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
23
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
-
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
-
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
9
Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene▸Jul 9 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man crossing in Sheepshead Bay. The rider looked away, hit the man, paused, then fled. The victim lay motionless. Paramedics rushed him to the hospital. He died from his injuries.
ABC7 reported on July 9, 2025, that Zhuo Xie, 90, was killed crossing East 14th Street and Avenue U in Brooklyn. The article states, "a man riding a blue moped slammed into Xie and both men fell to the ground." Surveillance video showed the moped rider looking left, not ahead, before impact. The driver checked on Xie, then left the scene. Police said the moped had a green light, but the rider's inattention and failure to remain highlight systemic dangers for pedestrians. The incident underscores risks at intersections and the consequences of hit-and-run crashes.
-
Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on E 14 St▸Jul 8 - A moped hit a 90-year-old man at Avenue U and E 14 St. The impact left him unconscious, bleeding from the head. Brooklyn pavement ran red. No driver errors listed. The city failed to protect him.
A 90-year-old pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding after a moped struck him at Avenue U and E 14 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man was found unconscious at the intersection. The moped’s center front end took the impact. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections, especially the elderly. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
7
U-Turning Sedan Strikes Motorcyclist on Avenue P▸Jul 7 - Sedan making U-turn hit motorcyclist on Avenue P. Rider suffered leg injury. Police cite driver inattention. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A sedan making a U-turn on Avenue P in Brooklyn struck a motorcyclist traveling straight. The 28-year-old rider suffered a knee and foot injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving, especially during unpredictable maneuvers like U-turns.
Aug 14 - Council introduces Int 1347-2025 to curb rogue commuter vans. TLC, NYPD, and DOT must keep a safety checklist. Officers who spot an unlicensed van stack every charge and levy max fines. A push to shield riders and people on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is in Committee. It sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction and referral on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title reads, “A Local Law … in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist of laws on vehicle and driver licensure, service authorization, insurance, and inspections. When an officer stops an unlicensed van, they must review the list and issue the maximum penalty for each violation. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams is joined by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis. The aim is to protect riders and bystanders from unlicensed operators who skip the rules.
- File Int 1347-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
12
Northbound SUV, Westbound Sedan Collide on Avenue P▸Aug 12 - A northbound SUV and a westbound sedan collided center-front at Avenue P and E 29 St. A 3-year-old rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. Police recorded Traffic Control Disregarded.
Two vehicles met in a center-front collision at Avenue P and E 29 St in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound SUV and the driver of a westbound sedan were both going straight. The sedan had three occupants; the SUV had two. A 3-year-old female rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. According to the police report, "the contributing factor was 'Traffic Control Disregarded.'" Police recorded center-front impacts for both vehicles and drivers going straight ahead. The report also lists injuries to the 28-year-old sedan driver, a 24-year-old front passenger, and several older occupants. No other contributing factors for the victims are recorded.
8
Vernikov Backs Misguided DOT Opposition to Daylighting▸Aug 8 - DOT sides with car-first politicians. Daylighting stalls. Corners stay blind. Pedestrians and cyclists lose. Safety takes a back seat. The city’s most vulnerable pay the price.
On August 8, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the clash over universal daylighting. No bill number or committee listed. DOT’s report claimed high costs and little safety gain, fueling opposition from Council Members Inna Vernikov, Bob Holden, and Vito Fossella. Council Member Julie Won and Mayor Ravi Bhalla called the report a scare tactic, urging citywide daylighting to save lives. DOT’s compromise with pro-car officials weakens protections. As safety analyst notes, this shift prioritizes cars over people, undermining vulnerable road user safety and citywide mode shift goals.
-
We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
4
Two drivers collide on Ocean Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 4 - Drivers of a van and a sedan collided southbound on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R. Three hurt: the 32-year-old driver, leg; two passengers, back and head. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a van and a driver in a sedan collided while heading south on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R in Brooklyn. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered leg injuries. Two passengers were also hurt: a 34-year-old man with back pain and a 35-year-old woman with head trauma. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight. Police listed no other contributing factors. Damage was recorded to the left side of the van and the right front of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
23
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
-
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
-
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
9
Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene▸Jul 9 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man crossing in Sheepshead Bay. The rider looked away, hit the man, paused, then fled. The victim lay motionless. Paramedics rushed him to the hospital. He died from his injuries.
ABC7 reported on July 9, 2025, that Zhuo Xie, 90, was killed crossing East 14th Street and Avenue U in Brooklyn. The article states, "a man riding a blue moped slammed into Xie and both men fell to the ground." Surveillance video showed the moped rider looking left, not ahead, before impact. The driver checked on Xie, then left the scene. Police said the moped had a green light, but the rider's inattention and failure to remain highlight systemic dangers for pedestrians. The incident underscores risks at intersections and the consequences of hit-and-run crashes.
-
Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on E 14 St▸Jul 8 - A moped hit a 90-year-old man at Avenue U and E 14 St. The impact left him unconscious, bleeding from the head. Brooklyn pavement ran red. No driver errors listed. The city failed to protect him.
A 90-year-old pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding after a moped struck him at Avenue U and E 14 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man was found unconscious at the intersection. The moped’s center front end took the impact. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections, especially the elderly. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
7
U-Turning Sedan Strikes Motorcyclist on Avenue P▸Jul 7 - Sedan making U-turn hit motorcyclist on Avenue P. Rider suffered leg injury. Police cite driver inattention. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A sedan making a U-turn on Avenue P in Brooklyn struck a motorcyclist traveling straight. The 28-year-old rider suffered a knee and foot injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving, especially during unpredictable maneuvers like U-turns.
Aug 12 - A northbound SUV and a westbound sedan collided center-front at Avenue P and E 29 St. A 3-year-old rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. Police recorded Traffic Control Disregarded.
Two vehicles met in a center-front collision at Avenue P and E 29 St in Brooklyn. The driver of a northbound SUV and the driver of a westbound sedan were both going straight. The sedan had three occupants; the SUV had two. A 3-year-old female rear passenger suffered a chest contusion and was listed injured. According to the police report, "the contributing factor was 'Traffic Control Disregarded.'" Police recorded center-front impacts for both vehicles and drivers going straight ahead. The report also lists injuries to the 28-year-old sedan driver, a 24-year-old front passenger, and several older occupants. No other contributing factors for the victims are recorded.
8
Vernikov Backs Misguided DOT Opposition to Daylighting▸Aug 8 - DOT sides with car-first politicians. Daylighting stalls. Corners stay blind. Pedestrians and cyclists lose. Safety takes a back seat. The city’s most vulnerable pay the price.
On August 8, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the clash over universal daylighting. No bill number or committee listed. DOT’s report claimed high costs and little safety gain, fueling opposition from Council Members Inna Vernikov, Bob Holden, and Vito Fossella. Council Member Julie Won and Mayor Ravi Bhalla called the report a scare tactic, urging citywide daylighting to save lives. DOT’s compromise with pro-car officials weakens protections. As safety analyst notes, this shift prioritizes cars over people, undermining vulnerable road user safety and citywide mode shift goals.
-
We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
4
Two drivers collide on Ocean Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 4 - Drivers of a van and a sedan collided southbound on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R. Three hurt: the 32-year-old driver, leg; two passengers, back and head. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a van and a driver in a sedan collided while heading south on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R in Brooklyn. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered leg injuries. Two passengers were also hurt: a 34-year-old man with back pain and a 35-year-old woman with head trauma. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight. Police listed no other contributing factors. Damage was recorded to the left side of the van and the right front of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
23
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
-
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
-
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
9
Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene▸Jul 9 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man crossing in Sheepshead Bay. The rider looked away, hit the man, paused, then fled. The victim lay motionless. Paramedics rushed him to the hospital. He died from his injuries.
ABC7 reported on July 9, 2025, that Zhuo Xie, 90, was killed crossing East 14th Street and Avenue U in Brooklyn. The article states, "a man riding a blue moped slammed into Xie and both men fell to the ground." Surveillance video showed the moped rider looking left, not ahead, before impact. The driver checked on Xie, then left the scene. Police said the moped had a green light, but the rider's inattention and failure to remain highlight systemic dangers for pedestrians. The incident underscores risks at intersections and the consequences of hit-and-run crashes.
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Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on E 14 St▸Jul 8 - A moped hit a 90-year-old man at Avenue U and E 14 St. The impact left him unconscious, bleeding from the head. Brooklyn pavement ran red. No driver errors listed. The city failed to protect him.
A 90-year-old pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding after a moped struck him at Avenue U and E 14 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man was found unconscious at the intersection. The moped’s center front end took the impact. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections, especially the elderly. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
7
U-Turning Sedan Strikes Motorcyclist on Avenue P▸Jul 7 - Sedan making U-turn hit motorcyclist on Avenue P. Rider suffered leg injury. Police cite driver inattention. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A sedan making a U-turn on Avenue P in Brooklyn struck a motorcyclist traveling straight. The 28-year-old rider suffered a knee and foot injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving, especially during unpredictable maneuvers like U-turns.
Aug 8 - DOT sides with car-first politicians. Daylighting stalls. Corners stay blind. Pedestrians and cyclists lose. Safety takes a back seat. The city’s most vulnerable pay the price.
On August 8, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the clash over universal daylighting. No bill number or committee listed. DOT’s report claimed high costs and little safety gain, fueling opposition from Council Members Inna Vernikov, Bob Holden, and Vito Fossella. Council Member Julie Won and Mayor Ravi Bhalla called the report a scare tactic, urging citywide daylighting to save lives. DOT’s compromise with pro-car officials weakens protections. As safety analyst notes, this shift prioritizes cars over people, undermining vulnerable road user safety and citywide mode shift goals.
- We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-08-08
4
Two drivers collide on Ocean Avenue, three hurt▸Aug 4 - Drivers of a van and a sedan collided southbound on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R. Three hurt: the 32-year-old driver, leg; two passengers, back and head. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a van and a driver in a sedan collided while heading south on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R in Brooklyn. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered leg injuries. Two passengers were also hurt: a 34-year-old man with back pain and a 35-year-old woman with head trauma. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight. Police listed no other contributing factors. Damage was recorded to the left side of the van and the right front of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
23
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
-
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
-
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
9
Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene▸Jul 9 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man crossing in Sheepshead Bay. The rider looked away, hit the man, paused, then fled. The victim lay motionless. Paramedics rushed him to the hospital. He died from his injuries.
ABC7 reported on July 9, 2025, that Zhuo Xie, 90, was killed crossing East 14th Street and Avenue U in Brooklyn. The article states, "a man riding a blue moped slammed into Xie and both men fell to the ground." Surveillance video showed the moped rider looking left, not ahead, before impact. The driver checked on Xie, then left the scene. Police said the moped had a green light, but the rider's inattention and failure to remain highlight systemic dangers for pedestrians. The incident underscores risks at intersections and the consequences of hit-and-run crashes.
-
Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on E 14 St▸Jul 8 - A moped hit a 90-year-old man at Avenue U and E 14 St. The impact left him unconscious, bleeding from the head. Brooklyn pavement ran red. No driver errors listed. The city failed to protect him.
A 90-year-old pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding after a moped struck him at Avenue U and E 14 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man was found unconscious at the intersection. The moped’s center front end took the impact. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections, especially the elderly. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
7
U-Turning Sedan Strikes Motorcyclist on Avenue P▸Jul 7 - Sedan making U-turn hit motorcyclist on Avenue P. Rider suffered leg injury. Police cite driver inattention. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A sedan making a U-turn on Avenue P in Brooklyn struck a motorcyclist traveling straight. The 28-year-old rider suffered a knee and foot injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving, especially during unpredictable maneuvers like U-turns.
Aug 4 - Drivers of a van and a sedan collided southbound on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R. Three hurt: the 32-year-old driver, leg; two passengers, back and head. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a van and a driver in a sedan collided while heading south on Ocean Avenue at Avenue R in Brooklyn. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, suffered leg injuries. Two passengers were also hurt: a 34-year-old man with back pain and a 35-year-old woman with head trauma. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight. Police listed no other contributing factors. Damage was recorded to the left side of the van and the right front of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
23
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue▸Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
-
Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-23
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
-
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
9
Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene▸Jul 9 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man crossing in Sheepshead Bay. The rider looked away, hit the man, paused, then fled. The victim lay motionless. Paramedics rushed him to the hospital. He died from his injuries.
ABC7 reported on July 9, 2025, that Zhuo Xie, 90, was killed crossing East 14th Street and Avenue U in Brooklyn. The article states, "a man riding a blue moped slammed into Xie and both men fell to the ground." Surveillance video showed the moped rider looking left, not ahead, before impact. The driver checked on Xie, then left the scene. Police said the moped had a green light, but the rider's inattention and failure to remain highlight systemic dangers for pedestrians. The incident underscores risks at intersections and the consequences of hit-and-run crashes.
-
Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on E 14 St▸Jul 8 - A moped hit a 90-year-old man at Avenue U and E 14 St. The impact left him unconscious, bleeding from the head. Brooklyn pavement ran red. No driver errors listed. The city failed to protect him.
A 90-year-old pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding after a moped struck him at Avenue U and E 14 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man was found unconscious at the intersection. The moped’s center front end took the impact. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections, especially the elderly. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
7
U-Turning Sedan Strikes Motorcyclist on Avenue P▸Jul 7 - Sedan making U-turn hit motorcyclist on Avenue P. Rider suffered leg injury. Police cite driver inattention. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A sedan making a U-turn on Avenue P in Brooklyn struck a motorcyclist traveling straight. The 28-year-old rider suffered a knee and foot injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving, especially during unpredictable maneuvers like U-turns.
Jul 23 - Two men killed crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red light, fled. Eighty hurt or dead since 2018. Residents rally. Promised fixes stalled. Danger remains. Children cross nine lanes to reach school.
Gothamist (2025-07-23) reports Sunset Park residents and officials demand safety upgrades on Third Avenue after a hit-and-run killed two men. Police say the driver "sped through a red light" and fled. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. A redesign with protected bike lanes was approved but stalled. State Sen. Gounardes criticized the city's response: "We should all be offended... the response... is a sign that says: 'be careful.'" The article highlights the need for enforcement and infrastructure, noting children must cross nine lanes daily.
- Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-23
18
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
-
Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-18
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
9
Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene▸Jul 9 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man crossing in Sheepshead Bay. The rider looked away, hit the man, paused, then fled. The victim lay motionless. Paramedics rushed him to the hospital. He died from his injuries.
ABC7 reported on July 9, 2025, that Zhuo Xie, 90, was killed crossing East 14th Street and Avenue U in Brooklyn. The article states, "a man riding a blue moped slammed into Xie and both men fell to the ground." Surveillance video showed the moped rider looking left, not ahead, before impact. The driver checked on Xie, then left the scene. Police said the moped had a green light, but the rider's inattention and failure to remain highlight systemic dangers for pedestrians. The incident underscores risks at intersections and the consequences of hit-and-run crashes.
-
Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on E 14 St▸Jul 8 - A moped hit a 90-year-old man at Avenue U and E 14 St. The impact left him unconscious, bleeding from the head. Brooklyn pavement ran red. No driver errors listed. The city failed to protect him.
A 90-year-old pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding after a moped struck him at Avenue U and E 14 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man was found unconscious at the intersection. The moped’s center front end took the impact. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections, especially the elderly. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
7
U-Turning Sedan Strikes Motorcyclist on Avenue P▸Jul 7 - Sedan making U-turn hit motorcyclist on Avenue P. Rider suffered leg injury. Police cite driver inattention. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A sedan making a U-turn on Avenue P in Brooklyn struck a motorcyclist traveling straight. The 28-year-old rider suffered a knee and foot injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving, especially during unpredictable maneuvers like U-turns.
Jul 18 - Cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, as she crossed Cropsey Avenue. She died. Her aide survived. Driver charged with failure to yield and due care. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
Gothamist (2025-07-18) reports a 95-year-old woman, Mayya Gil, died after a cargo van hit her and her home health aide while they crossed Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, Thimothe Andre, was charged with two counts of failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Police said Andre struck both victims while turning. Gil died at the hospital; her aide survived. The article notes, 'NYPD data shows 100 people have died in city traffic crashes so far this year.' The case highlights persistent risks for pedestrians and the consequences of driver inattention at city intersections.
- Brooklyn Pedestrian Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-18
15
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman▸Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
-
Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-15
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
9
Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene▸Jul 9 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man crossing in Sheepshead Bay. The rider looked away, hit the man, paused, then fled. The victim lay motionless. Paramedics rushed him to the hospital. He died from his injuries.
ABC7 reported on July 9, 2025, that Zhuo Xie, 90, was killed crossing East 14th Street and Avenue U in Brooklyn. The article states, "a man riding a blue moped slammed into Xie and both men fell to the ground." Surveillance video showed the moped rider looking left, not ahead, before impact. The driver checked on Xie, then left the scene. Police said the moped had a green light, but the rider's inattention and failure to remain highlight systemic dangers for pedestrians. The incident underscores risks at intersections and the consequences of hit-and-run crashes.
-
Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on E 14 St▸Jul 8 - A moped hit a 90-year-old man at Avenue U and E 14 St. The impact left him unconscious, bleeding from the head. Brooklyn pavement ran red. No driver errors listed. The city failed to protect him.
A 90-year-old pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding after a moped struck him at Avenue U and E 14 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man was found unconscious at the intersection. The moped’s center front end took the impact. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections, especially the elderly. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
7
U-Turning Sedan Strikes Motorcyclist on Avenue P▸Jul 7 - Sedan making U-turn hit motorcyclist on Avenue P. Rider suffered leg injury. Police cite driver inattention. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A sedan making a U-turn on Avenue P in Brooklyn struck a motorcyclist traveling straight. The 28-year-old rider suffered a knee and foot injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving, especially during unpredictable maneuvers like U-turns.
Jul 15 - A car spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The driver lost control. The machine struck Madison Ruiz as she sat by the curb. She died at the hospital. The driver faces criminal charges.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-15), Madison Ruiz, 21, was killed when Zachary Cando, 24, lost control of a Genesis G80 while 'doing donuts' in a Gateway Plaza parking lot. The article states Cando 'lost control' and struck Ruiz as she sat by the curb. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The incident highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and raises questions about parking lot safety and enforcement.
- Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-15
10
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run▸Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
-
Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-10
9
Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene▸Jul 9 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man crossing in Sheepshead Bay. The rider looked away, hit the man, paused, then fled. The victim lay motionless. Paramedics rushed him to the hospital. He died from his injuries.
ABC7 reported on July 9, 2025, that Zhuo Xie, 90, was killed crossing East 14th Street and Avenue U in Brooklyn. The article states, "a man riding a blue moped slammed into Xie and both men fell to the ground." Surveillance video showed the moped rider looking left, not ahead, before impact. The driver checked on Xie, then left the scene. Police said the moped had a green light, but the rider's inattention and failure to remain highlight systemic dangers for pedestrians. The incident underscores risks at intersections and the consequences of hit-and-run crashes.
-
Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on E 14 St▸Jul 8 - A moped hit a 90-year-old man at Avenue U and E 14 St. The impact left him unconscious, bleeding from the head. Brooklyn pavement ran red. No driver errors listed. The city failed to protect him.
A 90-year-old pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding after a moped struck him at Avenue U and E 14 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man was found unconscious at the intersection. The moped’s center front end took the impact. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections, especially the elderly. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
7
U-Turning Sedan Strikes Motorcyclist on Avenue P▸Jul 7 - Sedan making U-turn hit motorcyclist on Avenue P. Rider suffered leg injury. Police cite driver inattention. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A sedan making a U-turn on Avenue P in Brooklyn struck a motorcyclist traveling straight. The 28-year-old rider suffered a knee and foot injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving, especially during unpredictable maneuvers like U-turns.
Jul 10 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man in Brooklyn. The driver fled. The man died at the hospital. Security video captured the impact. The street claimed another life.
CBS New York (2025-07-10) reports a 90-year-old man died after a moped hit-and-run in Brooklyn. Security footage 'shows the moment the man was struck.' The driver left the scene. The victim died at the hospital. The incident highlights the lethal risk for pedestrians and the ongoing danger of drivers who flee. No policy changes or arrests were reported.
- Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-Run, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-10
9
Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene▸Jul 9 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man crossing in Sheepshead Bay. The rider looked away, hit the man, paused, then fled. The victim lay motionless. Paramedics rushed him to the hospital. He died from his injuries.
ABC7 reported on July 9, 2025, that Zhuo Xie, 90, was killed crossing East 14th Street and Avenue U in Brooklyn. The article states, "a man riding a blue moped slammed into Xie and both men fell to the ground." Surveillance video showed the moped rider looking left, not ahead, before impact. The driver checked on Xie, then left the scene. Police said the moped had a green light, but the rider's inattention and failure to remain highlight systemic dangers for pedestrians. The incident underscores risks at intersections and the consequences of hit-and-run crashes.
-
Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on E 14 St▸Jul 8 - A moped hit a 90-year-old man at Avenue U and E 14 St. The impact left him unconscious, bleeding from the head. Brooklyn pavement ran red. No driver errors listed. The city failed to protect him.
A 90-year-old pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding after a moped struck him at Avenue U and E 14 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man was found unconscious at the intersection. The moped’s center front end took the impact. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections, especially the elderly. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
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U-Turning Sedan Strikes Motorcyclist on Avenue P▸Jul 7 - Sedan making U-turn hit motorcyclist on Avenue P. Rider suffered leg injury. Police cite driver inattention. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A sedan making a U-turn on Avenue P in Brooklyn struck a motorcyclist traveling straight. The 28-year-old rider suffered a knee and foot injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving, especially during unpredictable maneuvers like U-turns.
Jul 9 - A moped struck a 90-year-old man crossing in Sheepshead Bay. The rider looked away, hit the man, paused, then fled. The victim lay motionless. Paramedics rushed him to the hospital. He died from his injuries.
ABC7 reported on July 9, 2025, that Zhuo Xie, 90, was killed crossing East 14th Street and Avenue U in Brooklyn. The article states, "a man riding a blue moped slammed into Xie and both men fell to the ground." Surveillance video showed the moped rider looking left, not ahead, before impact. The driver checked on Xie, then left the scene. Police said the moped had a green light, but the rider's inattention and failure to remain highlight systemic dangers for pedestrians. The incident underscores risks at intersections and the consequences of hit-and-run crashes.
- Moped Hits Elderly Pedestrian, Flees Scene, ABC7, Published 2025-07-09
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Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on E 14 St▸Jul 8 - A moped hit a 90-year-old man at Avenue U and E 14 St. The impact left him unconscious, bleeding from the head. Brooklyn pavement ran red. No driver errors listed. The city failed to protect him.
A 90-year-old pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding after a moped struck him at Avenue U and E 14 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man was found unconscious at the intersection. The moped’s center front end took the impact. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections, especially the elderly. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
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U-Turning Sedan Strikes Motorcyclist on Avenue P▸Jul 7 - Sedan making U-turn hit motorcyclist on Avenue P. Rider suffered leg injury. Police cite driver inattention. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A sedan making a U-turn on Avenue P in Brooklyn struck a motorcyclist traveling straight. The 28-year-old rider suffered a knee and foot injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving, especially during unpredictable maneuvers like U-turns.
Jul 8 - A moped hit a 90-year-old man at Avenue U and E 14 St. The impact left him unconscious, bleeding from the head. Brooklyn pavement ran red. No driver errors listed. The city failed to protect him.
A 90-year-old pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding after a moped struck him at Avenue U and E 14 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man was found unconscious at the intersection. The moped’s center front end took the impact. No specific driver errors were listed in the report; contributing factors are marked as 'Unspecified.' The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections, especially the elderly. No helmet or signal use was noted as a factor.
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U-Turning Sedan Strikes Motorcyclist on Avenue P▸Jul 7 - Sedan making U-turn hit motorcyclist on Avenue P. Rider suffered leg injury. Police cite driver inattention. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A sedan making a U-turn on Avenue P in Brooklyn struck a motorcyclist traveling straight. The 28-year-old rider suffered a knee and foot injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving, especially during unpredictable maneuvers like U-turns.
Jul 7 - Sedan making U-turn hit motorcyclist on Avenue P. Rider suffered leg injury. Police cite driver inattention. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.
A sedan making a U-turn on Avenue P in Brooklyn struck a motorcyclist traveling straight. The 28-year-old rider suffered a knee and foot injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The sedan's left side doors were damaged. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupant. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving, especially during unpredictable maneuvers like U-turns.