Four Dead, Dozens Broken—Sheepshead Bay Streets Still Kill

A sedan making a left turn in Brooklyn struck its own passenger, a 4-year-old girl, causing facial injuries and whiplash. The driver’s distraction by passengers contributed to the crash, highlighting dangers inside the vehicle during maneuvers.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:30 near Shore Parkway in Brooklyn. A 2023 Nissan sedan, traveling west, was making a left turn when the collision happened. The vehicle’s center front end was the point of impact. The injured party was a 4-year-old female occupant seated in the middle rear seat or lying across a seat. She sustained facial injuries and whiplash, with an injury severity rated as 3. The report identifies 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating the driver’s attention was compromised by occupants inside the vehicle. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The incident underscores the risks posed by driver distraction from passengers during critical driving maneuvers.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4789362, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 22-year-old man driving a sedan on Voorhies Ave in Brooklyn suffered a neck contusion after a collision. The vehicle's left front quarter panel was damaged. Police cited driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash.

According to the police report, a 22-year-old male driver was operating a 2023 Tesla sedan westbound on Voorhies Ave in Brooklyn at 13:48 when the vehicle sustained damage to the left front quarter panel. The driver was injured, suffering a neck contusion and classified with injury severity level 3. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor to the crash. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The collision involved another vehicle, a Honda, also traveling westbound, which sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. No other contributing factors such as victim behavior were noted in the report. The incident underscores the dangers posed by driver inexperience behind the wheel.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4787539, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 50-year-old woman suffered a head injury after being struck by an SUV on E 21st Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was getting on or off a vehicle outside an intersection when the crash occurred. Unsafe speed by the driver was a key factor.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on E 21st Street near Voorhies Avenue in Brooklyn at 13:14. A 50-year-old female pedestrian was injured, sustaining a head injury classified as severity 3. She was getting on or off a vehicle outside an intersection when she was struck. The report identifies "Unsafe Speed" as the contributing factor for the collision. The impact point was the left side doors of a parked BMW SUV, while another Nissan SUV was making a left turn with damage to its right front bumper. The pedestrian was conscious and suffered internal complaints. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior, focusing instead on the driver's unsafe speed as the cause.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4782430, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 38-year-old woman suffered whole-body injuries and whiplash after an SUV made a left turn and hit her at a Brooklyn intersection. She was crossing with the signal. The vehicle’s front center end bore the impact, highlighting driver error in turning.

According to the police report, a 38-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing with the signal at an intersection in Brooklyn. The crash occurred at 18:45 when a 2024 Nissan SUV, traveling east, was making a left turn and struck the pedestrian with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her entire body and complained of whiplash, remaining conscious throughout. The report notes unspecified contributing factors but emphasizes the vehicle's pre-crash action of making a left turn as the moment of impact. The damage to the SUV’s center front end confirms the collision point. No pedestrian fault or helmet use was cited. The incident underscores the dangers posed by driver maneuvers such as left turns failing to yield to crossing pedestrians.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4780156, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A taxi struck the back of a stopped SUV on Belt Parkway. The SUV driver, a 56-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Police cite the taxi driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause of the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:18 on Belt Parkway when a taxi traveling east failed to maintain a safe following distance and rear-ended a stopped SUV. The SUV driver, a 56-year-old woman, was injured with a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the primary contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver’s error in judgment. The taxi’s front center end collided with the SUV’s rear center end. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4778305, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 12-year-old boy suffered full-body bruises after an SUV made a left turn and struck him at a Brooklyn intersection. The vehicle showed no damage. Police report lists unspecified contributing factors, highlighting driver error as central to the crash.

According to the police report, a 12-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Nostrand Avenue and Avenue Z in Brooklyn around 7:00 AM. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to his entire body but remained conscious. The crash involved a 2018 Infiniti SUV traveling west, whose driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's left rear quarter panel, yet no vehicle damage was reported. The police report cites unspecified contributing factors, indicating driver error without detailing exact violations. No pedestrian actions or safety equipment were listed as contributing factors. The incident underscores the dangers posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians at intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4778313, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 37-year-old man suffered a severe head injury and lost consciousness after an e-scooter traveling north at unsafe speed struck him at an intersection on Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact caused internal injuries and left the pedestrian incapacitated.

According to the police report, an e-scooter traveling north on Nostrand Avenue struck a 37-year-old male pedestrian crossing the intersection. The pedestrian was injured severely, sustaining head trauma and becoming unconscious. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. The e-scooter's point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but the primary driver error cited is the e-scooter operator's unsafe speed. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries and was incapacitated at the scene. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4775618, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A northbound SUV struck a parked SUV on Bedford Avenue, causing left-side damage. The driver of the parked vehicle suffered head injuries and whiplash. Alcohol involvement was cited as a contributing factor, highlighting driver impairment in the crash.

According to the police report, at 8:17 AM in Brooklyn, a northbound SUV traveling straight ahead collided with a parked SUV on Bedford Avenue. The impact occurred on the left side doors of the parked vehicle, causing damage to that area. The parked vehicle's driver, a 38-year-old male occupant, sustained head injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious but injured. The report identifies alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, indicating impaired driving played a role in the collision. The moving SUV's left front bumper struck the parked vehicle's left side, showing a failure to maintain control or awareness. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash underscores the dangers posed by impaired driving and the vulnerability of stationary vehicles and their occupants.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4773044, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 16-year-old pedestrian was ejected and injured with back contusions after a vehicle failed to yield right-of-way on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was entering a parked position when the collision occurred, striking the pedestrian’s right front quarter panel.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. A 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured and ejected from the impact, suffering back contusions and classified with injury severity level 3. The vehicle involved was traveling north and was entering a parked position when it struck the pedestrian on the right front quarter panel. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights driver errors in yielding right-of-way, resulting in serious injury to a vulnerable road user.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4772900, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A motorcycle rider was ejected and suffered a head injury after a collision with an SUV making a left turn on Emmons Ave in Brooklyn. The impact occurred at the front bumpers, leaving the motorcyclist with a concussion and serious trauma.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:58 on Emmons Ave in Brooklyn. A 20-year-old male motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, was traveling westbound going straight ahead when he collided with a 2001 SUV making a left turn eastbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the left front bumper of the motorcycle. The motorcyclist was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a head injury, specifically a concussion, with injury severity rated at level 3. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle during the left turn maneuver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the SUV's left turn as the critical action leading to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4769660, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 61-year-old bicyclist was partially ejected and injured in a Brooklyn crash. Both bike and SUV traveled east on Nostrand Ave. The SUV driver’s inattention caused the collision, striking the cyclist’s right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Nostrand Ave in Brooklyn around 16:40. A 61-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises. The collision involved a Volkswagen SUV and a bike, both traveling east. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel on both vehicles. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, specifically citing the SUV driver’s failure to maintain attention. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but this was not listed as a contributing factor. No damage was reported on either vehicle despite the impact. The SUV driver was licensed and female, while the bicyclist was male and conscious after the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4769343, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 49-year-old woman suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries after an SUV struck her while she crossed Avenue U with the signal. The driver failed to yield right-of-way during a left turn, causing a violent impact and leaving the pedestrian in shock.

According to the police report, at 14:47 in Brooklyn on Avenue U near Batchelder Street, a 2017 Nissan SUV driven by a licensed female driver from New Jersey was making a left turn when it struck a 49-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her abdomen and pelvis and was reported in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The vehicle's left front bumper was the point of impact, indicating the collision occurred during the turn. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the crash, highlighting the driver's error. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted but not marked as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the danger posed by drivers failing to yield during turns in busy Brooklyn streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4769093, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two SUVs collided on Gravesend Neck Road in Brooklyn. Both drivers suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as key factors. Both men were conscious and restrained, but injuries were serious enough to be noted.

According to the police report, a collision occurred at 9:57 AM on Gravesend Neck Road in Brooklyn involving two SUVs traveling east. The first vehicle, a 2005 Jeep SUV from New Jersey, was going straight ahead and impacted the center front end of the second vehicle, a 2019 Ford SUV registered in New York, which was stopped in traffic. Both drivers, males aged 54 and 38, were injured with back injuries and complaints of whiplash. Both occupants were conscious and restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for both drivers. There is no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement. The crash caused center front and center back end damage to the vehicles, underscoring the rear-end nature of the collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4769017, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A moped struck a parked sedan on Gerritsen Avenue, leaving a man clinging outside the bike with a bloodied face. The rider suffered severe leg injuries and shock. Alcohol involvement was cited as a contributing factor in the crash.

According to the police report, at 12:30 a.m. on Gerritsen Avenue near Everett Avenue in Brooklyn, a moped traveling straight ahead collided with a parked sedan. The sedan was stationary and unoccupied at the time of impact. The moped's front end struck the sedan's rear center, causing significant damage. The moped carried two occupants; the driver, a 33-year-old man, sustained severe injuries including fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock but not ejected. The report explicitly cites 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor to the collision. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by impaired vehicle operation and the systemic risk of collisions with parked vehicles.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4765632, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An 8-year-old boy playing in the roadway was struck by an SUV traveling south on Coyle Street in Brooklyn. The impact injured the child’s lower leg and foot, leaving him conscious with bruises. The driver’s failure to avoid the pedestrian caused serious harm.

According to the police report, a 2014 Nissan SUV traveling south on Coyle Street in Brooklyn struck an 8-year-old boy who was playing in the roadway, not at an intersection. The vehicle impacted the child with its center front end, damaging the left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the collision. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian but does not indicate any fault or error on the child's part. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers failing to yield or adjust to unexpected pedestrian presence in the roadway.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4761330, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan traveling west on Belt Parkway rear-ended another sedan going straight ahead. The 63-year-old male driver of the struck vehicle suffered a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Driver distraction caused the crash.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Belt Parkway around 12:15. The striking vehicle impacted the center back end of the lead sedan. The 63-year-old male driver of the struck vehicle was injured, sustaining head trauma and whiplash. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling westbound, going straight ahead when the collision occurred. The lead vehicle sustained damage to its center back end, while the striking sedan was damaged at its center front end. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing instead on the striking driver's failure to maintain attention.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4760433, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan making a right turn struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing Avenue Y with the signal. The pedestrian suffered serious lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision at a Brooklyn intersection.

According to the police report, at 8:24 AM on Avenue Y in Brooklyn, a Nissan sedan driven by a licensed female driver was making a right turn when it struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing the street with the signal. The pedestrian sustained severe injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the crash, repeated twice, indicating the driver did not yield to the pedestrian legally crossing. The vehicle's point of impact was the right front bumper, and despite the collision, the sedan showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious but injured, with no safety equipment noted. This incident highlights the critical danger posed by driver failure to yield at intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4759088, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A motorcycle and e-scooter collided in Brooklyn, injuring a 22-year-old passenger ejected from the scooter. The e-scooter overturned, causing elbow and arm injuries. The crash involved improper lane usage by the motorcycle, according to police.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 17 Street in Brooklyn involving a motorcycle and an e-scooter traveling southbound. The motorcycle driver, licensed in New York, was cited for 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' a contributing factor to the crash. The e-scooter, carrying two occupants, overturned upon impact. A 22-year-old male passenger on the e-scooter was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, with minor bleeding and shock reported. The motorcycle sustained front-end damage, and the e-scooter was overturned. The report highlights driver error by the motorcycle operator as central to the crash, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4757418, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two passengers suffered severe whole-body injuries in a side-impact crash on Ocean Avenue. Both were restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The collision involved a SUV and a sedan, each struck on opposite side doors, leaving occupants in shock and pain.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:10 on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. Two male occupants, aged 28 and 26, were injured as passengers in the vehicles involved. Both were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The SUV, traveling south, was struck on its left side doors, while the sedan, also traveling south, was struck on its right side doors. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both passengers suffered injuries to their entire bodies and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The collision's impact on the side doors suggests a T-bone or side-swipe scenario, highlighting the dangers of side-impact crashes in urban traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4757836, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 60-year-old male SUV driver suffered neck injuries and shock after his vehicle, starting from a parking spot, collided with a southbound bus on Shore Parkway in Brooklyn. The impact damaged the right front of both vehicles.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:55 on Shore Parkway in Brooklyn. The SUV, driven by a 60-year-old male, was starting from a parking position when it collided with a southbound bus. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the right front quarter panel of the bus. The SUV driver sustained neck injuries and was in shock, reporting pain or nausea. Both drivers were licensed. The report lists the SUV driver's contributing factors as unspecified, indicating potential driver error during the maneuver from parking. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision highlights the risks posed by vehicle movements from parked positions into active traffic lanes.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4757265, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15