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Jul 9 - A 40-year-old man was injured while emerging from behind a parked car on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. A sedan backing north struck him at the center back end. The driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered arm injuries and shock.

According to the police report, a 40-year-old male pedestrian was injured on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn when a 2018 Toyota sedan backing north struck him at the center back end. The pedestrian was emerging from in front of or behind a parked vehicle when the collision occurred. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was in shock. The driver’s failure to maintain attention while backing led to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4644827 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 8 - A motorcycle struck a sedan on Williams Place. The rider broke his knee and leg. The sedan’s right doors crumpled. Police cite failure to yield and driver distraction. The crash left one man hurt.

According to the police report, a motorcycle heading north on Williams Place collided with a sedan traveling east. The motorcyclist, a 25-year-old man, suffered a fractured and dislocated knee, lower leg, and foot. He wore a helmet and was not ejected. The sedan’s right side doors were damaged. Police list failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The crash impacted the center front ends of both vehicles. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4644124 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 7 - Two sedans crashed on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn just after midnight. A front passenger suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury. The impact hit the right rear quarter panel of one car and the front center of the other. The passenger was left in shock.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Eastern Parkway near Boyland Street in Brooklyn. One vehicle was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the turning vehicle and the center front end of the other. A 20-year-old female front passenger was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to her shoulder and upper arm. She was not ejected but was reported to be in shock. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both drivers were licensed. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4647421 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 5 - Two sedans crashed on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver was trapped and injured in the left shoulder and upper arm. The collision struck the left side doors of one vehicle and the front end of the other. Both drivers were licensed men.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue near Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver, a 47-year-old man, was trapped inside his vehicle and suffered injuries to his shoulder and upper arm. The crash occurred when one sedan was making a left turn and was struck on the left side doors by the other sedan traveling straight ahead. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No safety equipment was noted for the injured driver, who remained conscious after the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4643841 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 22 - A 58-year-old man rode his e-bike north on Broadway. An SUV turned left and hit him head-on. He flew from the bike. Blood pooled on the street. He died there. The driver was inattentive. The city lights stayed broken above.

A 58-year-old man riding an e-bike northbound on Broadway at Conway Street in Brooklyn was killed when a southbound SUV made a left turn and struck him head-on. According to the police report, the SUV driver was inattentive and distracted. The report also lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal head trauma. The police report states, 'He flew from the saddle. Head trauma. Broken lights above. Blood on the street. He died there, alone.' The data notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s errors. The crash left one man dead and a city street marked by loss.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4640064 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 22 - A sedan traveling west on Fulton Street struck an unspecified object or vehicle. The driver and front passenger suffered whiplash and injuries to shoulder and back. Both were in shock and not ejected. The driver’s errors remain unspecified.

According to the police report, a Kia sedan with two occupants was involved in a crash on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. The driver, a 44-year-old woman, and the front passenger, a 48-year-old man, were both injured. The driver sustained upper arm and shoulder injuries and the passenger suffered back injuries. Both complained of whiplash and were in shock. The report lists the driver’s contributing factors as unspecified, with no clear cause identified. The vehicle’s right front bumper was damaged. Neither occupant was ejected, and neither used safety equipment. The crash details do not specify other vehicles or pedestrians involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4639987 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 17 - A 6-year-old boy was struck while crossing Fulton Street in Brooklyn. The sedan hit him center front. He suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver showed no damage to the vehicle. The child was conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a 6-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Fulton Street at an intersection in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was hit by a westbound 2016 Dodge sedan, which struck him with its center front end. The child sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The vehicle showed no damage after the collision. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk indication. No helmet or safety equipment was noted. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4638665 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 17 - A sedan turning right struck an eastbound e-bike on Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. The 27-year-old male cyclist suffered back contusions. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. Driver errors were unspecified.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north made a right turn on Herkimer Street and collided with an eastbound e-bike. The 27-year-old male bicyclist was injured, suffering back contusions but remained conscious and was not ejected from the bike. Both vehicles sustained damage to their center front ends. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no clear driver errors identified. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and female. The crash highlights the dangers cyclists face when vehicles turn across their path.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4638672 - 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 30 - A 59-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries and shock after his parked sedan was struck on the right rear bumper. The crash occurred on Eastern Parkway. The driver reported pain and nausea. No ejection occurred. No contributing factors were listed.

According to the police report, a 59-year-old male driver was injured when his sedan, parked on Eastern Parkway, was hit on the right rear bumper by another vehicle. The driver sustained neck injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The collision involved a 2015 Honda sedan traveling north that struck the parked vehicle. The absence of listed driver errors suggests the crash may have involved a failure to notice the parked car, but no explicit cause is recorded.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4637646 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 28 - A sedan made an improper U-turn on Fulton Street in Brooklyn. The right front bumper struck a parked taxi’s left rear bumper. The sedan’s driver and front passenger suffered abrasions and head and back injuries. Driver inexperience caused the crash.

According to the police report, a 64-year-old male driver with a learner's permit made an improper U-turn on Fulton Street, striking a parked taxi. The impact occurred at the sedan's right front bumper and the taxi's left rear bumper. The sedan carried two occupants: the driver and a 24-year-old male front passenger. Both were injured, sustaining abrasions and head and back injuries. The driver wore a lap belt and harness; the passenger had no safety equipment. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. The taxi driver was licensed and parked at the time of the crash. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights risks tied to inexperienced drivers making unsafe turns.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4632937 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 28 - Two SUVs crashed on Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. A 37-year-old woman suffered a head injury. Police cited driver inattention and aggressive driving. Both vehicles took heavy front-end damage.

According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. The 37-year-old female driver of a 2002 Acura SUV was injured, suffering a head injury but remained conscious and was not ejected. Police listed driver inattention and aggressive driving as contributing factors. The injured driver was unlicensed in New York. The other vehicle, a 2005 Chrysler SUV, was driven by a licensed male. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage, with the Acura struck in the center front and the Chrysler on the right front quarter panel. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4635776 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 26 - A 2023 SUV struck a 2004 sedan from behind on Macdougal Street in Brooklyn. The sedan’s front passenger, a 54-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles traveled westbound.

According to the police report, a 2023 station wagon/SUV rear-ended a 2004 sedan on Macdougal Street in Brooklyn. The SUV and sedan were both traveling westbound when the collision occurred. The front passenger in the sedan, a 54-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor to the crash. The SUV sustained damage to its center front end, while the sedan was damaged at its center back end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4632850 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 24 - Two sedans crashed on Boyland Street in Brooklyn. A 60-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. The collision struck the right rear quarter panel of one car and the front end of the other. Both drivers were licensed and conscious.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Boyland Street near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. One vehicle was traveling east going straight, while the other was making a right turn northbound. The impact occurred at the right rear quarter panel of the eastbound sedan and the front center of the turning sedan. A 60-year-old male driver wearing a lap belt and harness was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no clear driver errors identified.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4633486 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 18 - A 26-year-old man was struck by a southbound sedan on Rockaway Avenue. The pedestrian crossed against the signal and suffered a head injury. The sedan hit the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The victim was left in shock with a concussion.

According to the police report, a 26-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2006 Honda sedan traveling south on Rockaway Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its right front bumper, causing a head injury and concussion. The driver was licensed and was going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, and the pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is noted. The pedestrian suffered injury severity level 3 and was in shock following the impact.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4630118 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 18 - A 26-year-old man was struck by a sedan traveling east on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact hit the vehicle’s center front end. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion, left in shock at the scene. Driver was licensed and going straight.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 26-year-old male pedestrian. The collision impacted the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion, resulting in shock. The report lists the pedestrian’s actions as "Other Actions in Roadway" with unspecified contributing factors. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. No driver errors were explicitly noted in the report. The pedestrian was injured but not ejected from the roadway. No safety equipment or helmet was mentioned. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face when crossing or present in the roadway.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4630117 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 17 - A 24-year-old male on an unlicensed e-scooter collided with a sedan on Boyland Street. The scooter struck the sedan’s right front quarter panel. The rider suffered upper arm contusions and bruises. The crash involved disregarded traffic control.

According to the police report, a 24-year-old male driving an unlicensed e-scooter westbound on Boyland Street collided with a northbound sedan. The point of impact was the scooter’s center front end and the sedan’s right front quarter panel. The e-scooter driver sustained upper arm injuries and bruising but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as a contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The sedan was unoccupied at the time of the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4630119 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19