Belt Parkway Bleeds. Ocean Avenue Mourns.

Aug 29 - A 68-year-old man driving a pick-up truck in Brooklyn suffered a head injury after rear-ending an SUV. The impact caused minor bleeding and shock. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash happened on Nostrand Avenue.

According to the police report, a 68-year-old male driver of a pick-up truck collided with the rear of a stationary SUV on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver sustained a head injury with minor bleeding and was in shock at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before the collision, which impacted the center back end of the pick-up and the center front end of the SUV. No other occupants were reported injured.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4658175 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Aug 13 - A 54-year-old man was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Sheepshead Bay Road. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle showed no damage. The incident occurred away from an intersection.

According to the police report, a 54-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2023 Cadillac sedan traveling south made a left turn on Sheepshead Bay Road in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was located away from an intersection and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle's point of impact was the right front bumper, but the sedan showed no damage. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors or contributing factors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious and complained of abrasion. No helmet or signaling factors were mentioned.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4654083 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Aug 9 - A 37-year-old man was struck by an SUV on Nostrand Avenue. He emerged from in front of a parked vehicle. The driver, a licensed woman, was distracted and inexperienced. The pedestrian suffered a serious head injury and fracture.

According to the police report, a 37-year-old male pedestrian was injured while emerging from in front of a parked vehicle on Nostrand Avenue. The collision involved a 2022 Mazda SUV traveling south. The point of impact was the right front bumper, damaging the vehicle's right side doors. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and a fracture, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4653258 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 31 - Two sedans turned right and crashed on Emmons Avenue. The woman driving one car suffered facial injuries and whiplash. Police cite improper turning. Metal twisted. Streets failed her.

According to the police report, two sedans collided while both were making right turns on Emmons Avenue at East 19 Street in Brooklyn. The female driver, age 48, was injured with facial trauma and whiplash. Her car’s left rear bumper was struck by the male driver’s sedan, which hit with its right front bumper. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The crash left one driver hurt and both vehicles damaged.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4652761 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 28 - A sedan struck a parked SUV on Nostrand Avenue. Two rear passengers in the SUV suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver inexperience and distraction. Both victims stayed conscious. Metal and bodies took the blow.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling south hit a parked SUV on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash injured two men riding in the rear seats of the SUV. Both suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan's right front bumper struck the SUV's left rear quarter panel. Both injured passengers wore lap belts. No ejections occurred. The SUV driver held a valid New York license. The crash left metal bent and two men hurt.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4649957 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 26 - Four SUVs slammed together on Belt Parkway. One driver, 57, took a head wound. Police blamed tailgating and distraction. Metal crumpled. Only one man hurt. No pedestrians. No cyclists.

According to the police report, four SUVs collided in a chain-reaction crash on Belt Parkway. A 57-year-old male driver suffered a head abrasion. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. Impact points were mainly at the center front and back ends, showing a rear-end sequence. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The only injury was to the driver, who remained conscious and was not ejected. No information was given about safety equipment. The crash left vehicles damaged but caused no severe injuries beyond the abrasion.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4649205 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 23 - A 29-year-old man on an e-scooter was ejected and injured at Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered a fractured and dislocated elbow and lower arm. A pick-up truck making a left turn struck the scooter’s front left side.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn involving an e-scooter and a pick-up truck. The e-scooter rider, a 29-year-old male, was ejected and sustained a fractured and dislocated elbow and lower arm. The truck was making a left turn when it struck the scooter on the left front bumper. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error related to lane use. The e-scooter rider was not wearing any safety equipment. The truck showed no damage, while the scooter had damage to its center front end.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4647890 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 22 - A sedan traveling east on Gravesend Neck Road was struck in the center back end. Four occupants were inside. A 33-year-old female front passenger suffered back contusions. The crash caused center back end damage to the sedan. Driver errors unspecified.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight ahead on Gravesend Neck Road in Brooklyn was hit in the center back end. The vehicle carried four occupants. A 33-year-old female front passenger was injured with back contusions, classified as moderate injury severity. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified. The driver was licensed and male. The collision caused damage to the sedan’s center back end. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The report does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of rear-end collisions even without clear driver fault listed.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4647685 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 22 - Council members push to end jaywalking penalties. Supporters cite biased enforcement. Critics warn of danger for pedestrians. The bill faces debate as traffic deaths fall but injuries persist. The city weighs safety against fairness in street crossings.

On July 22, 2023, Councilwoman Mercedes Narcisse introduced a bill to legalize jaywalking in New York City. The measure, supported by Council Members Tiffany Caban and Shahana Hanif, aims to 'greenlight pedestrians to freely cross streets outside the crosswalk or without obeying traffic signals.' The bill responds to claims of biased enforcement against Black and Latino New Yorkers. Council Majority Leader Joseph Borelli and Councilwoman Joann Ariola oppose the bill, warning it could endanger pedestrians. The bill has not yet advanced to committee or received a hearing. The NYPD and Mayor's office are reviewing the legislation. The debate highlights the tension between enforcement fairness and the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users. No formal safety analysis has been provided.

• Far-left NYC Council Dems push to legalize jaywalking, nypost.com, Published 2023-07-22

Jul 20 - Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway after midnight. A driver and a passenger suffered whiplash and hip injuries. Obstructed view and vehicle factors played a role. Both remained conscious. Metal twisted. Danger lingered.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Belt Parkway just after midnight. The driver of a 2023 Hyundai sedan, a 43-year-old man, suffered neck whiplash. A 21-year-old woman, riding as a passenger in a 2018 Honda sedan, sustained hip, upper leg, and whiplash injuries. The Hyundai struck the left rear bumper of the parked Honda with its right front bumper. Police listed 'Other Vehicular' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors, pointing to limited visibility and vehicle-related issues. Both injured occupants remained conscious and were not ejected.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4647000 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 16 - A 75-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Knapp Street with the signal. The driver was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The vehicle showed no damage. The victim remained conscious.

According to the police report, a 75-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Knapp Street and Avenue V in Brooklyn. She was crossing with the signal when a 2020 Nissan SUV traveling north struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The SUV showed no damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4645652 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 2 - An 8-year-old girl was struck while crossing a marked crosswalk on Oriental Boulevard in Brooklyn. The SUV driver, distracted and inattentive, hit her with the vehicle’s left front bumper. She suffered bruises and leg injuries but remained conscious.

According to the police report, an 8-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection on Oriental Boulevard, Brooklyn. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when a 2021 SUV traveling north struck her with its left front bumper. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in areas with vulnerable pedestrians.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4642218 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 15 - A bus struck a sedan making a right turn on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. Both female drivers were injured. The sedan driver suffered back injuries; the bus driver reported pain and nausea. The crash involved driver distraction and improper lane usage.

According to the police report, a bus traveling south on Nostrand Avenue collided with a westbound sedan making a right turn. The sedan's driver, a 48-year-old woman, sustained back injuries. The bus driver, a 68-year-old woman, reported pain and nausea. The report lists driver inattention and improper passing or lane usage as contributing factors. Both drivers were wearing seat belts and were not ejected. The bus struck the sedan's right rear bumper with its center front end, causing damage to both vehicles. No pedestrian involvement was noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4638047 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 9 - A sedan struck an object on Belt Parkway. The driver, a 25-year-old woman, suffered shoulder and arm injuries. She was conscious and belted. No other vehicles or people were involved. Police list unspecified factors.

According to the police report, a 25-year-old woman driving a 2004 Toyota sedan eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed at 6:06 a.m. The sedan hit an object with its left front bumper. The driver was the only occupant. She sustained shoulder and upper arm injuries, including whiplash, but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The police report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not note any specific driver errors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4636341 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

May 21 - A sedan turning right struck an e-scooter traveling west on Emmons Avenue. The e-scooter driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles showed no damage at impact.

According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn collided head-on with an e-scooter traveling straight west on Emmons Avenue. The e-scooter driver, a 51-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. Neither vehicle sustained damage at the point of impact. The e-scooter driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No safety equipment or helmet use was noted. The sedan driver was licensed and operating a 2019 Hyundai SUV.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4630619 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 17 - SUV cut across Dooley Street. Failed to yield. Slammed into sedan. Fifty-one-year-old driver bruised in abdomen and pelvis. Metal twisted. Night stayed silent.

According to the police report, a 2021 Jeep SUV changed lanes westbound on Dooley Street near Emmons Avenue and failed to yield right-of-way. The SUV struck a westbound sedan driven by a 51-year-old man. The sedan driver suffered contusions to the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Lane Changing as contributing factors by the SUV driver. The impact hit the right front quarter of the SUV and the left front of the sedan. The sedan driver wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4629469 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19