Crash Count for Ocean Hill
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 1,667
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 950
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 239
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 10
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 0
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 29, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Ocean Hill?

Ocean Hill Bleeds While Leaders Stall

Ocean Hill Bleeds While Leaders Stall

Ocean Hill: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 24, 2025

Broken Streets, Broken Bodies

No one died in Ocean Hill this year. But the blood still runs. In the last twelve months, 285 people were hurt in crashes here. Five were left with serious injuries. Children, elders, cyclists, men and women—none spared. The numbers are not just numbers. They are broken bones, torn skin, and lives that do not heal.

Just last week, a cyclist was left bleeding from the head at Somers Street and Broadway. A bus passed too close. The man was left incoherent, blood pooling on the pavement. He was forty. He survived. Not everyone does. NYC Open Data

The Usual Suspects

Cars and SUVs do most of the damage. In the past three years, they left 124 people hurt, three with serious injuries. Trucks and buses hit eight, one seriously. Motorcycles and mopeds struck six. Bikes, too, hurt four, one badly. No one is safe—not on foot, not on two wheels, not at any hour.

Leaders: Votes and Silence

Local leaders have taken some steps. State Senator Jabari Brisport voted yes to extend school speed zones and co-sponsored the bill to curb repeat speeders. Assembly Member Latrice Walker did the same. But the work is not done. Parking is still allowed up to the crosswalk in much of the district. Council Member Darlene Mealy co-sponsored a bill to ban it, but the law is not yet in force. see votes

Some leaders speak, but the streets stay the same. As one advocate said after another Brooklyn crash, “We wait until someone dies. We wait until a tragedy. We wait to say, ‘oh my gosh, how could this possibly have happened?’ We let this happen time and time again.”

The Call

This is not fate. Every injury is a failure. Every delay is a choice. Call your council member. Call your assembly member. Tell them: No more waiting. No more blood. Make Ocean Hill safe. Now.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Ocean Hill sit politically?
It belongs to borough Brooklyn, community board Brooklyn CB16, city council district District 41, assembly district AD 55 and state senate district SD 25.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Ocean Hill?
In the last three years, Cars and SUVs caused 124 injuries (3 serious). Trucks and buses caused 8 injuries (1 serious). Motorcycles and mopeds caused 6 injuries (1 serious). Bikes caused 4 injuries (1 serious).
Are these crashes just 'accidents'?
No. Every crash is preventable. Speed, street design, and enforcement choices make the difference between life and death.
What can local politicians do to make streets safer?
They can lower speed limits, ban parking near crosswalks, redesign streets, and support bills that target repeat dangerous drivers. They can act now, not after another tragedy.
What has been done lately to address traffic violence in Ocean Hill?
Local leaders have voted to extend school speed zones and co-sponsored bills to curb repeat speeders. Some have backed a ban on parking near crosswalks, but the law is not yet in force. see votes
How many people have been killed or seriously injured in Ocean Hill recently?
In the last twelve months, there have been zero deaths but five serious injuries and 285 total injuries from crashes.
What is CrashCount?
We’re a tool for helping hold local politicians and other actors accountable for their failure to protect you when you’re walking or cycling in NYC. We update our site constantly to provide you with up to date information on what’s happening in your neighborhood.

Citations

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Other Representatives

Latrice Walker
Assembly Member Latrice Walker
District 55
District Office:
400 Rockaway Ave. 2nd Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11212
Legislative Office:
Room 713, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Darlene Mealy
Council Member Darlene Mealy
District 41
District Office:
400 Rockaway Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11212
718-953-3097
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1856, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7387
Jabari Brisport
State Senator Jabari Brisport
District 25
District Office:
906 Broadway 2nd Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Legislative Office:
Room 805, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Ocean Hill Ocean Hill sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 73, District 41, AD 55, SD 25, Brooklyn CB16.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Ocean Hill

S 3304
Brisport co-sponsors bill boosting cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.

Senate bill S 3304 aims to keep cars out of bike lanes. Photo devices would catch violators. Sponsors say it’s time to protect cyclists. The bill stands at the sponsorship stage.

Senate bill S 3304, sponsored by Brad Hoylman-Sigal with co-sponsors Jabari Brisport, Kristen Gonzalez, Liz Krueger, and Julia Salazar, was introduced on January 30, 2023. The bill is in the sponsorship stage. It seeks to 'establish in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' The measure targets drivers who block bike lanes, aiming to keep space clear for cyclists. No safety analyst note is available. The bill has not yet advanced to committee or vote.


Motorcycle Demolished in U-Turn Crash on Atlantic Avenue

A motorcycle collided with a pick-up truck making a U-turn on Atlantic Avenue. The motorcyclist, helmeted but ejected, suffered serious arm injuries and shock. The truck driver was unlicensed and distracted. The motorcycle was demolished in the impact.

According to the police report, a 40-year-old male motorcyclist traveling west on Atlantic Avenue was struck by a pick-up truck making a U-turn. The motorcyclist was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The motorcycle was demolished at the center front end. The truck driver, also male, was unlicensed and distracted. Contributing factors listed include driver inattention and driver inexperience. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet. The truck's right front bumper struck the motorcycle's center front end during the collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4601419 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
A 602
Walker votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.

Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.

Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.


Bus Strikes Parked Sedan on Rockaway Avenue

A northbound bus hit a parked sedan on Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan’s female driver suffered abrasions and an elbow injury. The bus struck the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The driver remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt.

According to the police report, a northbound bus collided with a parked sedan on Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan’s 45-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The bus impacted the left rear quarter panel of the sedan. The sedan was stationary before the crash, while the bus was traveling straight ahead. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for either vehicle. The collision caused damage to the right rear quarter panel of the bus and the left rear quarter panel of the sedan.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4600081 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Latrice Walker Opposes Car Culture Normalization Supports Safer Streets

A new study exposes how people shrug off the deadly risks of driving. Most accept crashes and pollution as normal. The same harms spark outrage elsewhere. This double standard leaves pedestrians and cyclists in the crosshairs. The culture shields drivers, not victims.

On January 19, 2023, researchers published a report in the Journal of Environment and Health, dissecting public attitudes toward driving dangers. The study, led by environmental psychologist Ian Walker, surveyed over 2,000 British adults. It found that 61 percent of respondents accepted driving risks as natural, while far fewer tolerated similar hazards at work or from smoking. The article, titled 'The Dangers of Driving Are Way More Normalized Than We Think,' highlights what Walker calls 'motonormativity'—a cultural blind spot that excuses harm from cars. Walker urges policy changes: 'Build a street where people can't speed... you won't have speeding.' The research shows that society’s deep-rooted car bias endangers vulnerable road users and blocks reforms that could save lives.


A 1280
Walker co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.

Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.

Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.


Taxi Hits Pedestrian Crossing Howard Avenue

A 27-year-old woman was struck by a taxi making a right turn on Howard Avenue. She was crossing with the signal when the taxi failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a facial contusion but remained conscious.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Howard Avenue made a right turn and struck a 27-year-old female pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained a facial contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor. The taxi showed no vehicle damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally when the collision occurred.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4595422 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
S 100
Brisport co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.

Senate bill S 100 demands complete street design in state and federally funded projects. Lawmakers push for public guidance. Streets built for people, not just cars.

Senate bill S 100 was introduced on January 4, 2023, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force planners to consider all users—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish street design guidance. No safety analyst note was provided.


Two Sedans Collide on Broadway, Driver Injured

Two sedans traveling east on Broadway collided. The right front bumper of one struck the left rear of the other. A 20-year-old male driver was injured, semiconscious, and not ejected. Illegal drug use and unlicensed driving contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Broadway near Halsey Street. The impact occurred between the right front bumper of a 2008 Toyota and the left rear bumper of a 2014 Nissan. A 20-year-old male driver, unlicensed and under the influence of illegal drugs, was injured and semiconscious after the crash. The report lists 'Drugs (illegal)' as a contributing factor and notes the driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead at the time of collision. The injured driver was not ejected from the vehicle. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4596938 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Sedan Hits Flatbed Truck in Brooklyn

A sedan collided with a flatbed truck on Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Both vehicles bore front bumper damage.

According to the police report, a 26-year-old female sedan driver was injured in a collision with a flatbed truck on Rockaway Avenue, Brooklyn. The sedan was starting from parking when it struck the truck, which was slowing or stopping. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the truck. The driver sustained neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and operating vehicles traveling north. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4587229 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Herkimer Street

A 19-year-old man was hit by a sedan while crossing Herkimer Street. The impact struck the pedestrian’s head, causing bruising. The driver, traveling east, hit the pedestrian with the right front quarter panel. The victim was conscious but injured.

According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2015 Toyota sedan traveling east on Herkimer Street struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The impact occurred at the vehicle’s right front quarter panel, causing a head contusion and bruising. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections even without clear contributing factors from the driver.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4588811 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing Eastern Parkway

A 22-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Eastern Parkway with the signal. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was passing improperly. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot.

According to the police report, a 22-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Eastern Parkway and Sterling Place in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2011 Nissan sedan traveling east struck him with its right front bumper. The driver was passing improperly and failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle alone. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No helmet or other safety equipment was noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4579339 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Two Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue

Two sedans crashed head-on on Atlantic Avenue. One driver made a left turn while the other went straight. The front passenger in the turning vehicle suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue. One vehicle was traveling west going straight ahead, while the other was making a left turn northbound. The impact occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. A 34-year-old female front passenger in the turning sedan was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The crash resulted in significant front-end damage to both sedans.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4581208 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
SUV Strikes Moped on Atlantic Avenue

A 33-year-old male moped driver suffered head abrasions after a collision with an SUV on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV hit the moped’s right side doors. Driver inattention caused the crash. The moped driver was conscious and not ejected.

According to the police report, a 33-year-old male moped driver was injured in a collision with a 2022 SUV on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV, traveling east, struck the moped on its right side doors while both vehicles were going straight ahead. The moped driver sustained head abrasions but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle with three occupants inside. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The impact damaged the center front end of the SUV and the right side doors of the moped.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4575661 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Eastern Parkway

A 61-year-old male sedan driver suffered a head contusion in a rear-end crash on Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn. The SUV stopped in traffic and struck the sedan from behind. Both vehicles traveled east. The sedan driver remained conscious and was not ejected.

According to the police report, a 61-year-old male driver of a 2017 Nissan sedan was injured when a 2020 Toyota SUV rear-ended his vehicle on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. The SUV was stopped in traffic before the collision, which impacted the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The sedan driver sustained a head contusion but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver of the sedan but does not identify any specific driver errors or violations for either vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and traveling eastbound at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4575620 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A 27-year-old man was hit by a sedan making a left turn on Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle failed to yield. He suffered bruises and injuries to his entire body but remained conscious.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 27-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his entire body but remained conscious. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle's point of impact was the right front bumper, indicating the pedestrian was struck on the side. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling by the pedestrian were noted. The driver was licensed and operating a 2010 Toyota sedan with two occupants.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4571915 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Three Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue

Three sedans crashed on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver suffered facial injuries and confusion. Metal twisted. Bumpers smashed. Streets stayed dangerous. Police list no clear cause. One man left hurt.

According to the police report, three sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. A 40-year-old male driver was injured, suffering facial wounds and incoherence at the scene. The crash involved vehicles traveling east and west, with one sedan changing lanes before impact. The collision struck front and rear bumpers. The police report lists contributing factors as 'unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are noted. The injured driver was not ejected. The crash left one person hurt and several vehicles damaged.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4568960 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
SUV Rear-Ends Vehicle Injuring Brooklyn Driver

A 33-year-old woman driving a station wagon/SUV was injured in a rear-end collision on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact caused pain and nausea. The driver was not ejected but suffered shock. Police cited other vehicular factors in the crash.

According to the police report, a 33-year-old female driver in a 2022 Hyundai SUV traveling east on Atlantic Avenue rear-ended another vehicle. The collision caused injury to the SUV driver, who complained of pain and nausea and was in shock. The point of impact was the center back end of the SUV. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The injured driver was not ejected from the vehicle. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The crash occurred in Brooklyn's 41st council district.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4567023 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
Sedans Crash After Traffic Control Disregarded

Two sedans collided on Saratoga Avenue. Both drivers headed south. One man, 64, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Impact crushed the front and rear centers.

According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Saratoga Avenue in Brooklyn. Both drivers were men, licensed, and traveling south. The collision struck the center front of one car and the center back of the other. A 64-year-old driver was injured, reporting neck pain and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as a contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions are noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear centers.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4568290 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05
E-Scooter Rider Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash

A 19-year-old e-scooter rider was ejected and suffered head injuries after colliding with an SUV making a left turn on Boyland Street. The rider was incoherent and had abrasions. The SUV showed no damage. Driver distraction was a factor.

According to the police report, a 19-year-old male e-scooter rider was injured and ejected during a collision with a 2015 Ford SUV on Boyland Street in Brooklyn. The SUV was making a left turn westbound when it struck the e-scooter traveling northbound. The e-scooter rider suffered head injuries and abrasions and was incoherent at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. There was no damage reported to either vehicle. No safety equipment was noted for the e-scooter rider. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4559478 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05