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 3
▸ Crush Injuries 8
▸ Severe Bleeding 5
▸ Severe Lacerations 5
▸ Concussion 8
▸ Whiplash 47
▸ Contusion/Bruise 47
▸ Abrasion 40
▸ Pain/Nausea 22
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.
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Utica, Church, Linden: a body count and a clock
East Flatbush-Rugby: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 26, 2025
East Flatbush bleeds at the corners. Names on the map. Bodies in the street.
Church Avenue takes people and keeps going
A 30‑year‑old man died at Church Avenue and Kings Hwy at 7:09 p.m. on Jan. 25, 2025. The records say the car was a sedan, “going straight,” and the cause included “Unsafe Speed.” The pedestrian was “Crossing Against Signal.” He died at the scene. That’s all the city will allow you to know (NYC Open Data crash 4788144).
On July 17, 2025, at Church Avenue and E 55th St, a 36‑year‑old man was killed. The vehicle was a Ford SUV. The sheet lists “Alcohol Involvement.” It also lists “Crossing Against Signal.” One person is gone. The SUV drove away on four tires (crash 4828979).
In November 2022, an older woman was struck on Church Avenue while “Getting On/Off Vehicle Other Than School Bus.” The driver was unlicensed. She died. The van’s front end tells the rest (crash 4579422).
Utica and Linden: injuries pile up
Utica Avenue racks up injuries — 71 people hurt since 2022, with three serious injuries logged. Linden Boulevard shows 72 injuries and three serious injuries. These are the top local hot spots (top intersections). On Aug. 14, 2025, a 61‑year‑old woman was struck at Utica and Lenox. The sedan hit her while “Going Straight Ahead.” The report says “Severe Bleeding,” “Semiconscious.” No more words for that (crash 4835070).
A day later, near Albany Ave, another pedestrian was listed as “Unconscious,” legs crushed, after a crash involving an Infiniti sedan and a parked Chevy SUV (crash 4837211).
Night falls, the numbers rise
Across East Flatbush‑Rugby, the worst hour is 7 p.m. Nineteen hundred hours. Three deaths and 67 injuries stack there. Late night hurts too: 9 p.m. shows four serious injuries; 10 p.m. and 11 p.m. add more hurt (hourly distribution).
Pedestrians bear it. Since 2022, four pedestrians are dead, 176 injured. Cars and SUVs are the main striking vehicles, listed in the city roll‑up. Trucks and buses injure fewer people here but still kill (mode split and vehicle rollup).
What drives the harm
The city’s ledger calls out “other” factors most often. It also flags inattention, failure to yield, and unsafe speed. Alcohol appears too. The words are dry. The outcomes aren’t (contributing factors).
The fixes we can put down now
Start where people are dying and getting hurt:
- Daylight the corners on Utica Avenue and Linden Boulevard. Pull parking back. Clear sightlines.
- Add leading pedestrian intervals and hardened turns at Church Avenue and Kings Hwy; extend them down Church’s long run.
- Work the night hours. Targeted enforcement and temporary calming where the clock shows the worst: 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. (hourly distribution).
City Hall and Albany hold the keys
The Council has bills moving. One would force DOT to install school‑adjacent traffic devices within 60 days of a study finding the need. Farah N. Louis co‑sponsors it (Int 1353‑2025). Another, co‑sponsored by Louis, pushes a crackdown on unlicensed commuter vans, ordering maximum penalties when stopped (Int 1347‑2025).
In Albany, Senator Kevin Parker voted yes in committee on a bill to require intelligent speed assistance for repeat violators. The bill targets drivers with stacks of points or camera tickets. Committee votes advanced it on June 11 and 12, 2025 (S 4045).
Lower speeds citywide. Stop repeat speeders. These two moves cut deep and fast. The city already has the tools. Use them. Call it what it is: a choice. See our guide and make the calls (/take_action/).
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes, Persons, Vehicles - crashes, persons, vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-26
- NYC Council Legislative Files (Int 1353-2025; Int 1347-2025), NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
- Senate Bill S4045 – Intelligent Speed Assistance for repeat violators, Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-12
Other Representatives
District 58
903 Utica Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11203
Room 656, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 45
1434 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11210
718-629-2900
250 Broadway, Suite 1831, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6859
District 21
3021 Tilden Ave. 1st Floor & Basement, Brooklyn, NY 11226
Room 504, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
East Flatbush-Rugby East Flatbush-Rugby sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 67, District 45, AD 58, SD 21, Brooklyn CB17.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for East Flatbush-Rugby
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Distracted Sedan Driver Tears Pedestrian’s Eye on Utica▸Nov 29 - A sedan struck a 75-year-old man on Utica Avenue, tearing his eye and leaving blood on the street. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, wounded and upright, as the city’s traffic pressed on around him.
A 75-year-old man was struck by a sedan on Utica Avenue near Church Avenue in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The collision occurred outside the crosswalk at 17:24. The report states, 'A sedan struck a 75-year-old man outside the crosswalk. His eye torn, blood on the asphalt. He stayed conscious.' The police report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact, causing severe lacerations to the pedestrian’s eye. The report does not list any pedestrian behaviors as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver’s distraction, which led to the violent impact and left the pedestrian injured on the roadway.
27
Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest▸Nov 27 - A driver struck three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, hit a vehicle with a pregnant woman, then crashed into an empty car. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her at the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee was arrested after a chaotic crash in Brooklyn. According to police, the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before New York City Sheriffs arrested her nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to the hospital for evaluation, but no serious injuries were reported. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights the dangers of hit-and-run behavior and the risks faced by vulnerable road users at busy intersections.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
26
Box Truck Collides with Sedan on Utica Ave▸Nov 26 - A box truck struck a sedan traveling north on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan’s female driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage in the midday crash.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west on Utica Avenue collided with a northbound sedan at noon. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the truck and the center front end of the sedan. The sedan’s 36-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining head injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as the contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs by one or both drivers. The box truck driver’s license status and sex were not reported. The collision caused center front end damage to the sedan and left side door damage to the truck. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
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Brooklyn SUV and Box Truck Collide on Church Ave▸Nov 24 - A westbound SUV making a left turn collided with a box truck driving straight on Church Ave. The SUV driver, a 54-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Faulty traffic control devices contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Church Ave in Brooklyn at 10:53 AM. A 2016 SUV driven by a 54-year-old woman was making a left turn when it collided with a westbound box truck traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front bumper of the truck. The SUV driver sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were damaged on their respective impact points. The report cites 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as a contributing factor twice, indicating systemic failure in traffic signaling. The SUV driver was also noted to have a contributing factor labeled 'Other Vehicular.' The report does not assign fault to the injured driver but highlights driver errors linked to malfunctioning traffic controls.
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Bus Merging Collides with Sedan on Utica Ave▸Nov 21 - A bus merging south on Utica Avenue struck a sedan making a right turn, impacting the sedan's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash dynamics.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:55 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A bus traveling south was merging when it collided with a sedan making a right turn. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear bumper and the bus's left front bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old female occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report cites 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, indicating hazardous road conditions. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed, but the merging maneuver by the bus and the right turn by the sedan under slippery conditions created the collision. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
21
Zellnor Myrie Urges Council to Resist Housing Cuts▸Nov 21 - Council weighs Adams’s City of Yes plan. Mayoral challengers back the original, urge no watering down. They want housing, not parking. Council may weaken it. The fight is over homes versus cars. Vulnerable road users watch as parking mandates hang in the balance.
On November 21, 2024, the City Council debated Mayor Adams’s City of Yes zoning proposal, which aims to boost housing and scrap mandatory parking citywide. The Council may weaken the plan by creating a three-tiered system, risking fewer new homes. Mayoral challengers Zellnor Myrie, Brad Lander, Scott Stringer, Jessica Ramos, and Zohran Mamdani—all Democrats—strongly support the original plan. Myrie urges, 'resist efforts to revise the proposal in any way that would yield fewer homes.' Lander calls for ending exclusionary zoning and prioritizing housing over parking. Stringer calls the plan a 'small step.' Mamdani opposes changes that reduce housing or water down parking elimination. Ramos would vote yes but wants to protect neighborhood character. The Council’s decision will shape the city’s streets, homes, and the future for those outside cars.
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What Do the Mayoral Candidates Think Of ‘City of Yes’?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-21
18
Two-Vehicle Collision Injures Brooklyn Driver, Child Passenger▸Nov 18 - A sedan and pick-up truck collided on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. The female sedan driver and a child passenger suffered moderate injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north when impact occurred. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:40 AM on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn involving a 2020 Kia sedan and a 2015 Ford pick-up truck, both traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper struck the pick-up truck's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old female, was injured in the back with injury severity level 3 and was wearing a lap belt. A 7-year-old male child passenger in the sedan was also injured in the hip-upper leg area with injury severity level 3 and was secured in a child restraint. Both occupants experienced shock but were not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both occupants and does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision resulted in vehicle damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and right rear bumper of the pick-up truck.
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E-Bike Rider Injured After Traffic Control Disregard▸Nov 16 - An e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a severe arm fracture after a crash on Utica Ave. The driver disregarded traffic controls, causing the collision. The rider remained conscious despite the injury, highlighting the dangers of ignored traffic signals.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male e-bike rider traveling south on Utica Ave was involved in a crash at 12:42 a.m. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a driver error in failing to obey traffic signals or signs. The rider was ejected from the e-bike and sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The rider was conscious after the crash but suffered serious injuries classified as severity level 3. The collision involved the left rear bumper of the e-bike, which was damaged. No other contributing factors related to the rider's behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report. This incident underscores the systemic danger posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls.
13Int 1105-2024
Louis co-sponsors bill boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Nov 13 - Council demands DOT show its work. The law forces public updates on every street safety project. No more hiding delays. No more silent cost overruns. Progress for bus riders, cyclists, and walkers must be tracked and posted.
Int 1105-2024 became law on May 10, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others, amends the city code to require the Department of Transportation to post annual and monthly updates on all projects tied to the streets master plan. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' It forces transparency on protected bike lanes, bus lanes, pedestrian signals, and upgrades. The public will see delays, costs, and status. No more secrets. The mayor returned it unsigned, but the law stands.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-11-13
13Int 1105-2024
Mealy co-sponsors bill boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Nov 13 - Council demands DOT show its work. The law forces public updates on every street safety project. No more hiding delays. No more silent cost overruns. Progress for bus riders, cyclists, and walkers must be tracked and posted.
Int 1105-2024 became law on May 10, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others, amends the city code to require the Department of Transportation to post annual and monthly updates on all projects tied to the streets master plan. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' It forces transparency on protected bike lanes, bus lanes, pedestrian signals, and upgrades. The public will see delays, costs, and status. No more secrets. The mayor returned it unsigned, but the law stands.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-11-13
1
Two Sedans Collide on Beverley Rd in Brooklyn▸Nov 1 - Two sedans crashed at Beverley Road and Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited unsafe speed and traffic control disregard as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:28 a.m. on Beverley Road near Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans collided: a 2019 Honda traveling east and a 2007 Lexus traveling south. The point of impact was the center front end of the Honda and the right side doors of the Lexus. The Honda driver, a 45-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck trauma and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factors for the crash. The Lexus driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This collision highlights driver errors involving speed and failure to obey traffic controls.
27
Distracted Driver Slams Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸Oct 27 - A left-turning sedan struck a straight-moving car on Remsen Avenue. The crash slammed the Tesla’s side. A rear passenger took the blow. She suffered a shoulder injury. Driver inattention fueled the impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 Lexus sedan making a left turn collided with a 2023 Tesla sedan traveling straight on Remsen Avenue in Brooklyn. The Lexus hit the Tesla’s left side doors. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. A 34-year-old woman riding in the Tesla’s rear seat was injured, suffering a shoulder and upper arm injury and shock. She was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The crash highlights the harm caused by driver distraction and its toll on passengers.
27
Turning Sedan Strikes Moped Rider on Utica▸Oct 27 - A sedan turns left at midnight, steel collides with flesh. A young moped rider is thrown, bleeding, onto Utica Avenue. The car’s bumper bends. The street holds the violence. The night stays silent, the wound remains.
At the corner of Utica Avenue and Tilden Avenue in Brooklyn, a sedan making a left turn collided with a northbound moped, according to the police report. The crash occurred at midnight. The moped rider, a 25-year-old man, was ejected and landed on the street with severe lacerations, described as 'flesh torn' and 'bleeding' in the narrative. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, underscoring the sedan driver's error in the collision. The moped rider was conscious at the scene. The report also notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this detail appears after the primary driver error. The sedan’s right front bumper was damaged. The violence of the impact and the injury to the vulnerable road user are clear in the official account.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 17 - A 63-year-old man suffered abrasions and arm injuries after an SUV made a right turn and struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The vehicle's right front quarter panel was damaged in the impact.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Clarkson Avenue at an intersection with the crossing signal. The collision occurred at 14:22 when a Ford SUV, traveling southeast and making a right turn, struck the pedestrian with its right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and remained conscious after the collision. The report does not specify contributing factors related to the driver, but the impact location and vehicle movement indicate the driver failed to avoid the pedestrian while turning. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were listed. The vehicle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel.
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SUV Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 16 - A bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a 2017 SUV struck him from behind on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe lane changing and following too closely by the SUV driver, according to the police report.
At 14:09 on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn, a 2017 Toyota SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling eastbound, according to the police report. The impact occurred at the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 50-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The police report cites the SUV driver's errors as 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Following Too Closely,' indicating failure to maintain safe distance and improper lane maneuvers. The bicyclist was not listed as contributing to the crash by any factor. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in close following and lane changes on city streets.
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E-Bike Rider Suffers Hip Laceration on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 12 - A 41-year-old man riding east on an e-bike tore open his hip near East 40th Street. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright as streetlights flickered. The night continued. The crash left him injured and unlicensed, the danger undiminished.
A 41-year-old man was injured while riding an e-bike eastbound on Clarkson Avenue near East 40th Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the rider was unlicensed and suffered severe lacerations to his hip and upper leg. 'His hip split open. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright. The streetlights flickered. The night did not stop,' the narrative reads. No other vehicles or persons were listed as involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or contributing factors beyond the rider's unlicensed status. There is no mention of helmet use or other victim behavior as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
9
Motorcycle Slams Sedan’s Rear on Linden Boulevard▸Oct 9 - A motorcycle struck a sedan’s left rear in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, 26, suffered knee and leg abrasions. Police cite unsafe speed and other vehicular errors as causes. Metal and flesh met hard on Linden Boulevard.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north collided with the left rear quarter panel of a westbound sedan on Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn at 18:27. The sedan’s 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, pointing to driver errors. The motorcycle operator held only a learner’s permit. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the sedan’s left rear and the motorcycle’s front. The sedan driver was not cited for any contributing behavior. The crash underscores the dangers posed by speeding and other vehicular errors in city traffic.
8
SUV and Sedan Collide on Clarendon Road▸Oct 8 - A collision between an eastbound SUV and a westbound sedan making a U-turn on Clarendon Road injured a rear-seat passenger. The impact struck the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel, causing head injury and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on Clarendon Road involving a 2020 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2019 Toyota sedan making a U-turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. A 33-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger position of the SUV sustained a head injury and was in shock, with complaints of pain or nausea. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper yielding during turning maneuvers.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another on Utica Avenue▸Oct 5 - A distracted driver rear-ended a stopped sedan on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Three occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all wearing lap belts. The crash exposed the dangers of driver inattention on busy city streets late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:55 PM on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2017 Nissan sedan, traveling north and going straight ahead, struck the center back end of a stopped 2023 Porsche sedan. The contributing factor cited was driver inattention/distraction. The Nissan driver, a licensed female from Georgia, caused the collision by failing to notice the stopped vehicle ahead. The Porsche had two occupants: a 38-year-old male driver and a 7-year-old female passenger, both wearing lap belts and injured with back pain and shock. The Nissan driver, a 31-year-old female, also wearing a lap belt, suffered neck injury and shock. None of the occupants were ejected, and no other contributing factors were specified. The crash highlights the systemic danger posed by distracted driving in urban traffic conditions.
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Distracted Drivers Crash Sedans on Albany Avenue▸Oct 5 - Two sedans smashed together on Albany Avenue. A driver and a passenger left bruised and shaken. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction. Metal bent. Flesh bruised. Brooklyn streets stay dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 3:50 PM on Albany Avenue at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash injured a 28-year-old male driver and a 39-year-old female passenger. Both suffered contusions and bruises to the arm and face but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause for both vehicles. One driver held only a permit, the other a full license. The KIA struck with its center front end; the Toyota was hit at the right side doors. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver distraction as the key factor in this collision.
Nov 29 - A sedan struck a 75-year-old man on Utica Avenue, tearing his eye and leaving blood on the street. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, wounded and upright, as the city’s traffic pressed on around him.
A 75-year-old man was struck by a sedan on Utica Avenue near Church Avenue in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The collision occurred outside the crosswalk at 17:24. The report states, 'A sedan struck a 75-year-old man outside the crosswalk. His eye torn, blood on the asphalt. He stayed conscious.' The police report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s left front bumper made contact, causing severe lacerations to the pedestrian’s eye. The report does not list any pedestrian behaviors as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver’s distraction, which led to the violent impact and left the pedestrian injured on the roadway.
27
Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest▸Nov 27 - A driver struck three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, hit a vehicle with a pregnant woman, then crashed into an empty car. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her at the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee was arrested after a chaotic crash in Brooklyn. According to police, the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before New York City Sheriffs arrested her nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to the hospital for evaluation, but no serious injuries were reported. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights the dangers of hit-and-run behavior and the risks faced by vulnerable road users at busy intersections.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
26
Box Truck Collides with Sedan on Utica Ave▸Nov 26 - A box truck struck a sedan traveling north on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan’s female driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage in the midday crash.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west on Utica Avenue collided with a northbound sedan at noon. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the truck and the center front end of the sedan. The sedan’s 36-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining head injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as the contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs by one or both drivers. The box truck driver’s license status and sex were not reported. The collision caused center front end damage to the sedan and left side door damage to the truck. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
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Brooklyn SUV and Box Truck Collide on Church Ave▸Nov 24 - A westbound SUV making a left turn collided with a box truck driving straight on Church Ave. The SUV driver, a 54-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Faulty traffic control devices contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Church Ave in Brooklyn at 10:53 AM. A 2016 SUV driven by a 54-year-old woman was making a left turn when it collided with a westbound box truck traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front bumper of the truck. The SUV driver sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were damaged on their respective impact points. The report cites 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as a contributing factor twice, indicating systemic failure in traffic signaling. The SUV driver was also noted to have a contributing factor labeled 'Other Vehicular.' The report does not assign fault to the injured driver but highlights driver errors linked to malfunctioning traffic controls.
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Bus Merging Collides with Sedan on Utica Ave▸Nov 21 - A bus merging south on Utica Avenue struck a sedan making a right turn, impacting the sedan's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash dynamics.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:55 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A bus traveling south was merging when it collided with a sedan making a right turn. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear bumper and the bus's left front bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old female occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report cites 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, indicating hazardous road conditions. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed, but the merging maneuver by the bus and the right turn by the sedan under slippery conditions created the collision. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
21
Zellnor Myrie Urges Council to Resist Housing Cuts▸Nov 21 - Council weighs Adams’s City of Yes plan. Mayoral challengers back the original, urge no watering down. They want housing, not parking. Council may weaken it. The fight is over homes versus cars. Vulnerable road users watch as parking mandates hang in the balance.
On November 21, 2024, the City Council debated Mayor Adams’s City of Yes zoning proposal, which aims to boost housing and scrap mandatory parking citywide. The Council may weaken the plan by creating a three-tiered system, risking fewer new homes. Mayoral challengers Zellnor Myrie, Brad Lander, Scott Stringer, Jessica Ramos, and Zohran Mamdani—all Democrats—strongly support the original plan. Myrie urges, 'resist efforts to revise the proposal in any way that would yield fewer homes.' Lander calls for ending exclusionary zoning and prioritizing housing over parking. Stringer calls the plan a 'small step.' Mamdani opposes changes that reduce housing or water down parking elimination. Ramos would vote yes but wants to protect neighborhood character. The Council’s decision will shape the city’s streets, homes, and the future for those outside cars.
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What Do the Mayoral Candidates Think Of ‘City of Yes’?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-21
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Two-Vehicle Collision Injures Brooklyn Driver, Child Passenger▸Nov 18 - A sedan and pick-up truck collided on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. The female sedan driver and a child passenger suffered moderate injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north when impact occurred. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:40 AM on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn involving a 2020 Kia sedan and a 2015 Ford pick-up truck, both traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper struck the pick-up truck's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old female, was injured in the back with injury severity level 3 and was wearing a lap belt. A 7-year-old male child passenger in the sedan was also injured in the hip-upper leg area with injury severity level 3 and was secured in a child restraint. Both occupants experienced shock but were not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both occupants and does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision resulted in vehicle damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and right rear bumper of the pick-up truck.
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E-Bike Rider Injured After Traffic Control Disregard▸Nov 16 - An e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a severe arm fracture after a crash on Utica Ave. The driver disregarded traffic controls, causing the collision. The rider remained conscious despite the injury, highlighting the dangers of ignored traffic signals.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male e-bike rider traveling south on Utica Ave was involved in a crash at 12:42 a.m. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a driver error in failing to obey traffic signals or signs. The rider was ejected from the e-bike and sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The rider was conscious after the crash but suffered serious injuries classified as severity level 3. The collision involved the left rear bumper of the e-bike, which was damaged. No other contributing factors related to the rider's behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report. This incident underscores the systemic danger posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls.
13Int 1105-2024
Louis co-sponsors bill boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Nov 13 - Council demands DOT show its work. The law forces public updates on every street safety project. No more hiding delays. No more silent cost overruns. Progress for bus riders, cyclists, and walkers must be tracked and posted.
Int 1105-2024 became law on May 10, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others, amends the city code to require the Department of Transportation to post annual and monthly updates on all projects tied to the streets master plan. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' It forces transparency on protected bike lanes, bus lanes, pedestrian signals, and upgrades. The public will see delays, costs, and status. No more secrets. The mayor returned it unsigned, but the law stands.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-11-13
13Int 1105-2024
Mealy co-sponsors bill boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Nov 13 - Council demands DOT show its work. The law forces public updates on every street safety project. No more hiding delays. No more silent cost overruns. Progress for bus riders, cyclists, and walkers must be tracked and posted.
Int 1105-2024 became law on May 10, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others, amends the city code to require the Department of Transportation to post annual and monthly updates on all projects tied to the streets master plan. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' It forces transparency on protected bike lanes, bus lanes, pedestrian signals, and upgrades. The public will see delays, costs, and status. No more secrets. The mayor returned it unsigned, but the law stands.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-11-13
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Two Sedans Collide on Beverley Rd in Brooklyn▸Nov 1 - Two sedans crashed at Beverley Road and Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited unsafe speed and traffic control disregard as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:28 a.m. on Beverley Road near Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans collided: a 2019 Honda traveling east and a 2007 Lexus traveling south. The point of impact was the center front end of the Honda and the right side doors of the Lexus. The Honda driver, a 45-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck trauma and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factors for the crash. The Lexus driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This collision highlights driver errors involving speed and failure to obey traffic controls.
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Distracted Driver Slams Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸Oct 27 - A left-turning sedan struck a straight-moving car on Remsen Avenue. The crash slammed the Tesla’s side. A rear passenger took the blow. She suffered a shoulder injury. Driver inattention fueled the impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 Lexus sedan making a left turn collided with a 2023 Tesla sedan traveling straight on Remsen Avenue in Brooklyn. The Lexus hit the Tesla’s left side doors. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. A 34-year-old woman riding in the Tesla’s rear seat was injured, suffering a shoulder and upper arm injury and shock. She was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The crash highlights the harm caused by driver distraction and its toll on passengers.
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Turning Sedan Strikes Moped Rider on Utica▸Oct 27 - A sedan turns left at midnight, steel collides with flesh. A young moped rider is thrown, bleeding, onto Utica Avenue. The car’s bumper bends. The street holds the violence. The night stays silent, the wound remains.
At the corner of Utica Avenue and Tilden Avenue in Brooklyn, a sedan making a left turn collided with a northbound moped, according to the police report. The crash occurred at midnight. The moped rider, a 25-year-old man, was ejected and landed on the street with severe lacerations, described as 'flesh torn' and 'bleeding' in the narrative. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, underscoring the sedan driver's error in the collision. The moped rider was conscious at the scene. The report also notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this detail appears after the primary driver error. The sedan’s right front bumper was damaged. The violence of the impact and the injury to the vulnerable road user are clear in the official account.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 17 - A 63-year-old man suffered abrasions and arm injuries after an SUV made a right turn and struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The vehicle's right front quarter panel was damaged in the impact.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Clarkson Avenue at an intersection with the crossing signal. The collision occurred at 14:22 when a Ford SUV, traveling southeast and making a right turn, struck the pedestrian with its right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and remained conscious after the collision. The report does not specify contributing factors related to the driver, but the impact location and vehicle movement indicate the driver failed to avoid the pedestrian while turning. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were listed. The vehicle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel.
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SUV Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 16 - A bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a 2017 SUV struck him from behind on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe lane changing and following too closely by the SUV driver, according to the police report.
At 14:09 on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn, a 2017 Toyota SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling eastbound, according to the police report. The impact occurred at the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 50-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The police report cites the SUV driver's errors as 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Following Too Closely,' indicating failure to maintain safe distance and improper lane maneuvers. The bicyclist was not listed as contributing to the crash by any factor. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in close following and lane changes on city streets.
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E-Bike Rider Suffers Hip Laceration on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 12 - A 41-year-old man riding east on an e-bike tore open his hip near East 40th Street. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright as streetlights flickered. The night continued. The crash left him injured and unlicensed, the danger undiminished.
A 41-year-old man was injured while riding an e-bike eastbound on Clarkson Avenue near East 40th Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the rider was unlicensed and suffered severe lacerations to his hip and upper leg. 'His hip split open. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright. The streetlights flickered. The night did not stop,' the narrative reads. No other vehicles or persons were listed as involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or contributing factors beyond the rider's unlicensed status. There is no mention of helmet use or other victim behavior as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Motorcycle Slams Sedan’s Rear on Linden Boulevard▸Oct 9 - A motorcycle struck a sedan’s left rear in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, 26, suffered knee and leg abrasions. Police cite unsafe speed and other vehicular errors as causes. Metal and flesh met hard on Linden Boulevard.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north collided with the left rear quarter panel of a westbound sedan on Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn at 18:27. The sedan’s 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, pointing to driver errors. The motorcycle operator held only a learner’s permit. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the sedan’s left rear and the motorcycle’s front. The sedan driver was not cited for any contributing behavior. The crash underscores the dangers posed by speeding and other vehicular errors in city traffic.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Clarendon Road▸Oct 8 - A collision between an eastbound SUV and a westbound sedan making a U-turn on Clarendon Road injured a rear-seat passenger. The impact struck the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel, causing head injury and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on Clarendon Road involving a 2020 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2019 Toyota sedan making a U-turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. A 33-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger position of the SUV sustained a head injury and was in shock, with complaints of pain or nausea. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper yielding during turning maneuvers.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another on Utica Avenue▸Oct 5 - A distracted driver rear-ended a stopped sedan on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Three occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all wearing lap belts. The crash exposed the dangers of driver inattention on busy city streets late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:55 PM on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2017 Nissan sedan, traveling north and going straight ahead, struck the center back end of a stopped 2023 Porsche sedan. The contributing factor cited was driver inattention/distraction. The Nissan driver, a licensed female from Georgia, caused the collision by failing to notice the stopped vehicle ahead. The Porsche had two occupants: a 38-year-old male driver and a 7-year-old female passenger, both wearing lap belts and injured with back pain and shock. The Nissan driver, a 31-year-old female, also wearing a lap belt, suffered neck injury and shock. None of the occupants were ejected, and no other contributing factors were specified. The crash highlights the systemic danger posed by distracted driving in urban traffic conditions.
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Distracted Drivers Crash Sedans on Albany Avenue▸Oct 5 - Two sedans smashed together on Albany Avenue. A driver and a passenger left bruised and shaken. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction. Metal bent. Flesh bruised. Brooklyn streets stay dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 3:50 PM on Albany Avenue at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash injured a 28-year-old male driver and a 39-year-old female passenger. Both suffered contusions and bruises to the arm and face but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause for both vehicles. One driver held only a permit, the other a full license. The KIA struck with its center front end; the Toyota was hit at the right side doors. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver distraction as the key factor in this collision.
Nov 27 - A driver struck three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, hit a vehicle with a pregnant woman, then crashed into an empty car. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her at the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee was arrested after a chaotic crash in Brooklyn. According to police, the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before New York City Sheriffs arrested her nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to the hospital for evaluation, but no serious injuries were reported. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights the dangers of hit-and-run behavior and the risks faced by vulnerable road users at busy intersections.
- Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest, Gothamist, Published 2024-11-27
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Box Truck Collides with Sedan on Utica Ave▸Nov 26 - A box truck struck a sedan traveling north on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan’s female driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage in the midday crash.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west on Utica Avenue collided with a northbound sedan at noon. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the truck and the center front end of the sedan. The sedan’s 36-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining head injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as the contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs by one or both drivers. The box truck driver’s license status and sex were not reported. The collision caused center front end damage to the sedan and left side door damage to the truck. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
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Brooklyn SUV and Box Truck Collide on Church Ave▸Nov 24 - A westbound SUV making a left turn collided with a box truck driving straight on Church Ave. The SUV driver, a 54-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Faulty traffic control devices contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Church Ave in Brooklyn at 10:53 AM. A 2016 SUV driven by a 54-year-old woman was making a left turn when it collided with a westbound box truck traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front bumper of the truck. The SUV driver sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were damaged on their respective impact points. The report cites 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as a contributing factor twice, indicating systemic failure in traffic signaling. The SUV driver was also noted to have a contributing factor labeled 'Other Vehicular.' The report does not assign fault to the injured driver but highlights driver errors linked to malfunctioning traffic controls.
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Bus Merging Collides with Sedan on Utica Ave▸Nov 21 - A bus merging south on Utica Avenue struck a sedan making a right turn, impacting the sedan's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash dynamics.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:55 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A bus traveling south was merging when it collided with a sedan making a right turn. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear bumper and the bus's left front bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old female occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report cites 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, indicating hazardous road conditions. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed, but the merging maneuver by the bus and the right turn by the sedan under slippery conditions created the collision. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Zellnor Myrie Urges Council to Resist Housing Cuts▸Nov 21 - Council weighs Adams’s City of Yes plan. Mayoral challengers back the original, urge no watering down. They want housing, not parking. Council may weaken it. The fight is over homes versus cars. Vulnerable road users watch as parking mandates hang in the balance.
On November 21, 2024, the City Council debated Mayor Adams’s City of Yes zoning proposal, which aims to boost housing and scrap mandatory parking citywide. The Council may weaken the plan by creating a three-tiered system, risking fewer new homes. Mayoral challengers Zellnor Myrie, Brad Lander, Scott Stringer, Jessica Ramos, and Zohran Mamdani—all Democrats—strongly support the original plan. Myrie urges, 'resist efforts to revise the proposal in any way that would yield fewer homes.' Lander calls for ending exclusionary zoning and prioritizing housing over parking. Stringer calls the plan a 'small step.' Mamdani opposes changes that reduce housing or water down parking elimination. Ramos would vote yes but wants to protect neighborhood character. The Council’s decision will shape the city’s streets, homes, and the future for those outside cars.
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What Do the Mayoral Candidates Think Of ‘City of Yes’?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-21
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Two-Vehicle Collision Injures Brooklyn Driver, Child Passenger▸Nov 18 - A sedan and pick-up truck collided on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. The female sedan driver and a child passenger suffered moderate injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north when impact occurred. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:40 AM on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn involving a 2020 Kia sedan and a 2015 Ford pick-up truck, both traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper struck the pick-up truck's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old female, was injured in the back with injury severity level 3 and was wearing a lap belt. A 7-year-old male child passenger in the sedan was also injured in the hip-upper leg area with injury severity level 3 and was secured in a child restraint. Both occupants experienced shock but were not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both occupants and does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision resulted in vehicle damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and right rear bumper of the pick-up truck.
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E-Bike Rider Injured After Traffic Control Disregard▸Nov 16 - An e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a severe arm fracture after a crash on Utica Ave. The driver disregarded traffic controls, causing the collision. The rider remained conscious despite the injury, highlighting the dangers of ignored traffic signals.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male e-bike rider traveling south on Utica Ave was involved in a crash at 12:42 a.m. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a driver error in failing to obey traffic signals or signs. The rider was ejected from the e-bike and sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The rider was conscious after the crash but suffered serious injuries classified as severity level 3. The collision involved the left rear bumper of the e-bike, which was damaged. No other contributing factors related to the rider's behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report. This incident underscores the systemic danger posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls.
13Int 1105-2024
Louis co-sponsors bill boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Nov 13 - Council demands DOT show its work. The law forces public updates on every street safety project. No more hiding delays. No more silent cost overruns. Progress for bus riders, cyclists, and walkers must be tracked and posted.
Int 1105-2024 became law on May 10, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others, amends the city code to require the Department of Transportation to post annual and monthly updates on all projects tied to the streets master plan. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' It forces transparency on protected bike lanes, bus lanes, pedestrian signals, and upgrades. The public will see delays, costs, and status. No more secrets. The mayor returned it unsigned, but the law stands.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-11-13
13Int 1105-2024
Mealy co-sponsors bill boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Nov 13 - Council demands DOT show its work. The law forces public updates on every street safety project. No more hiding delays. No more silent cost overruns. Progress for bus riders, cyclists, and walkers must be tracked and posted.
Int 1105-2024 became law on May 10, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others, amends the city code to require the Department of Transportation to post annual and monthly updates on all projects tied to the streets master plan. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' It forces transparency on protected bike lanes, bus lanes, pedestrian signals, and upgrades. The public will see delays, costs, and status. No more secrets. The mayor returned it unsigned, but the law stands.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-11-13
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Two Sedans Collide on Beverley Rd in Brooklyn▸Nov 1 - Two sedans crashed at Beverley Road and Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited unsafe speed and traffic control disregard as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:28 a.m. on Beverley Road near Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans collided: a 2019 Honda traveling east and a 2007 Lexus traveling south. The point of impact was the center front end of the Honda and the right side doors of the Lexus. The Honda driver, a 45-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck trauma and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factors for the crash. The Lexus driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This collision highlights driver errors involving speed and failure to obey traffic controls.
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Distracted Driver Slams Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸Oct 27 - A left-turning sedan struck a straight-moving car on Remsen Avenue. The crash slammed the Tesla’s side. A rear passenger took the blow. She suffered a shoulder injury. Driver inattention fueled the impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 Lexus sedan making a left turn collided with a 2023 Tesla sedan traveling straight on Remsen Avenue in Brooklyn. The Lexus hit the Tesla’s left side doors. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. A 34-year-old woman riding in the Tesla’s rear seat was injured, suffering a shoulder and upper arm injury and shock. She was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The crash highlights the harm caused by driver distraction and its toll on passengers.
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Turning Sedan Strikes Moped Rider on Utica▸Oct 27 - A sedan turns left at midnight, steel collides with flesh. A young moped rider is thrown, bleeding, onto Utica Avenue. The car’s bumper bends. The street holds the violence. The night stays silent, the wound remains.
At the corner of Utica Avenue and Tilden Avenue in Brooklyn, a sedan making a left turn collided with a northbound moped, according to the police report. The crash occurred at midnight. The moped rider, a 25-year-old man, was ejected and landed on the street with severe lacerations, described as 'flesh torn' and 'bleeding' in the narrative. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, underscoring the sedan driver's error in the collision. The moped rider was conscious at the scene. The report also notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this detail appears after the primary driver error. The sedan’s right front bumper was damaged. The violence of the impact and the injury to the vulnerable road user are clear in the official account.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 17 - A 63-year-old man suffered abrasions and arm injuries after an SUV made a right turn and struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The vehicle's right front quarter panel was damaged in the impact.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Clarkson Avenue at an intersection with the crossing signal. The collision occurred at 14:22 when a Ford SUV, traveling southeast and making a right turn, struck the pedestrian with its right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and remained conscious after the collision. The report does not specify contributing factors related to the driver, but the impact location and vehicle movement indicate the driver failed to avoid the pedestrian while turning. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were listed. The vehicle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel.
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SUV Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 16 - A bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a 2017 SUV struck him from behind on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe lane changing and following too closely by the SUV driver, according to the police report.
At 14:09 on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn, a 2017 Toyota SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling eastbound, according to the police report. The impact occurred at the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 50-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The police report cites the SUV driver's errors as 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Following Too Closely,' indicating failure to maintain safe distance and improper lane maneuvers. The bicyclist was not listed as contributing to the crash by any factor. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in close following and lane changes on city streets.
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E-Bike Rider Suffers Hip Laceration on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 12 - A 41-year-old man riding east on an e-bike tore open his hip near East 40th Street. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright as streetlights flickered. The night continued. The crash left him injured and unlicensed, the danger undiminished.
A 41-year-old man was injured while riding an e-bike eastbound on Clarkson Avenue near East 40th Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the rider was unlicensed and suffered severe lacerations to his hip and upper leg. 'His hip split open. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright. The streetlights flickered. The night did not stop,' the narrative reads. No other vehicles or persons were listed as involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or contributing factors beyond the rider's unlicensed status. There is no mention of helmet use or other victim behavior as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Motorcycle Slams Sedan’s Rear on Linden Boulevard▸Oct 9 - A motorcycle struck a sedan’s left rear in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, 26, suffered knee and leg abrasions. Police cite unsafe speed and other vehicular errors as causes. Metal and flesh met hard on Linden Boulevard.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north collided with the left rear quarter panel of a westbound sedan on Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn at 18:27. The sedan’s 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, pointing to driver errors. The motorcycle operator held only a learner’s permit. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the sedan’s left rear and the motorcycle’s front. The sedan driver was not cited for any contributing behavior. The crash underscores the dangers posed by speeding and other vehicular errors in city traffic.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Clarendon Road▸Oct 8 - A collision between an eastbound SUV and a westbound sedan making a U-turn on Clarendon Road injured a rear-seat passenger. The impact struck the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel, causing head injury and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on Clarendon Road involving a 2020 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2019 Toyota sedan making a U-turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. A 33-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger position of the SUV sustained a head injury and was in shock, with complaints of pain or nausea. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper yielding during turning maneuvers.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another on Utica Avenue▸Oct 5 - A distracted driver rear-ended a stopped sedan on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Three occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all wearing lap belts. The crash exposed the dangers of driver inattention on busy city streets late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:55 PM on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2017 Nissan sedan, traveling north and going straight ahead, struck the center back end of a stopped 2023 Porsche sedan. The contributing factor cited was driver inattention/distraction. The Nissan driver, a licensed female from Georgia, caused the collision by failing to notice the stopped vehicle ahead. The Porsche had two occupants: a 38-year-old male driver and a 7-year-old female passenger, both wearing lap belts and injured with back pain and shock. The Nissan driver, a 31-year-old female, also wearing a lap belt, suffered neck injury and shock. None of the occupants were ejected, and no other contributing factors were specified. The crash highlights the systemic danger posed by distracted driving in urban traffic conditions.
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Distracted Drivers Crash Sedans on Albany Avenue▸Oct 5 - Two sedans smashed together on Albany Avenue. A driver and a passenger left bruised and shaken. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction. Metal bent. Flesh bruised. Brooklyn streets stay dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 3:50 PM on Albany Avenue at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash injured a 28-year-old male driver and a 39-year-old female passenger. Both suffered contusions and bruises to the arm and face but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause for both vehicles. One driver held only a permit, the other a full license. The KIA struck with its center front end; the Toyota was hit at the right side doors. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver distraction as the key factor in this collision.
Nov 26 - A box truck struck a sedan traveling north on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The sedan’s female driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage in the midday crash.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west on Utica Avenue collided with a northbound sedan at noon. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the truck and the center front end of the sedan. The sedan’s 36-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining head injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as the contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs by one or both drivers. The box truck driver’s license status and sex were not reported. The collision caused center front end damage to the sedan and left side door damage to the truck. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
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Brooklyn SUV and Box Truck Collide on Church Ave▸Nov 24 - A westbound SUV making a left turn collided with a box truck driving straight on Church Ave. The SUV driver, a 54-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Faulty traffic control devices contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Church Ave in Brooklyn at 10:53 AM. A 2016 SUV driven by a 54-year-old woman was making a left turn when it collided with a westbound box truck traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front bumper of the truck. The SUV driver sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were damaged on their respective impact points. The report cites 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as a contributing factor twice, indicating systemic failure in traffic signaling. The SUV driver was also noted to have a contributing factor labeled 'Other Vehicular.' The report does not assign fault to the injured driver but highlights driver errors linked to malfunctioning traffic controls.
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Bus Merging Collides with Sedan on Utica Ave▸Nov 21 - A bus merging south on Utica Avenue struck a sedan making a right turn, impacting the sedan's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash dynamics.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:55 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A bus traveling south was merging when it collided with a sedan making a right turn. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear bumper and the bus's left front bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old female occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report cites 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, indicating hazardous road conditions. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed, but the merging maneuver by the bus and the right turn by the sedan under slippery conditions created the collision. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
21
Zellnor Myrie Urges Council to Resist Housing Cuts▸Nov 21 - Council weighs Adams’s City of Yes plan. Mayoral challengers back the original, urge no watering down. They want housing, not parking. Council may weaken it. The fight is over homes versus cars. Vulnerable road users watch as parking mandates hang in the balance.
On November 21, 2024, the City Council debated Mayor Adams’s City of Yes zoning proposal, which aims to boost housing and scrap mandatory parking citywide. The Council may weaken the plan by creating a three-tiered system, risking fewer new homes. Mayoral challengers Zellnor Myrie, Brad Lander, Scott Stringer, Jessica Ramos, and Zohran Mamdani—all Democrats—strongly support the original plan. Myrie urges, 'resist efforts to revise the proposal in any way that would yield fewer homes.' Lander calls for ending exclusionary zoning and prioritizing housing over parking. Stringer calls the plan a 'small step.' Mamdani opposes changes that reduce housing or water down parking elimination. Ramos would vote yes but wants to protect neighborhood character. The Council’s decision will shape the city’s streets, homes, and the future for those outside cars.
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What Do the Mayoral Candidates Think Of ‘City of Yes’?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-21
18
Two-Vehicle Collision Injures Brooklyn Driver, Child Passenger▸Nov 18 - A sedan and pick-up truck collided on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. The female sedan driver and a child passenger suffered moderate injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north when impact occurred. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:40 AM on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn involving a 2020 Kia sedan and a 2015 Ford pick-up truck, both traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper struck the pick-up truck's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old female, was injured in the back with injury severity level 3 and was wearing a lap belt. A 7-year-old male child passenger in the sedan was also injured in the hip-upper leg area with injury severity level 3 and was secured in a child restraint. Both occupants experienced shock but were not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both occupants and does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision resulted in vehicle damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and right rear bumper of the pick-up truck.
16
E-Bike Rider Injured After Traffic Control Disregard▸Nov 16 - An e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a severe arm fracture after a crash on Utica Ave. The driver disregarded traffic controls, causing the collision. The rider remained conscious despite the injury, highlighting the dangers of ignored traffic signals.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male e-bike rider traveling south on Utica Ave was involved in a crash at 12:42 a.m. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a driver error in failing to obey traffic signals or signs. The rider was ejected from the e-bike and sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The rider was conscious after the crash but suffered serious injuries classified as severity level 3. The collision involved the left rear bumper of the e-bike, which was damaged. No other contributing factors related to the rider's behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report. This incident underscores the systemic danger posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls.
13Int 1105-2024
Louis co-sponsors bill boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Nov 13 - Council demands DOT show its work. The law forces public updates on every street safety project. No more hiding delays. No more silent cost overruns. Progress for bus riders, cyclists, and walkers must be tracked and posted.
Int 1105-2024 became law on May 10, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others, amends the city code to require the Department of Transportation to post annual and monthly updates on all projects tied to the streets master plan. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' It forces transparency on protected bike lanes, bus lanes, pedestrian signals, and upgrades. The public will see delays, costs, and status. No more secrets. The mayor returned it unsigned, but the law stands.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-11-13
13Int 1105-2024
Mealy co-sponsors bill boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Nov 13 - Council demands DOT show its work. The law forces public updates on every street safety project. No more hiding delays. No more silent cost overruns. Progress for bus riders, cyclists, and walkers must be tracked and posted.
Int 1105-2024 became law on May 10, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others, amends the city code to require the Department of Transportation to post annual and monthly updates on all projects tied to the streets master plan. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' It forces transparency on protected bike lanes, bus lanes, pedestrian signals, and upgrades. The public will see delays, costs, and status. No more secrets. The mayor returned it unsigned, but the law stands.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-11-13
1
Two Sedans Collide on Beverley Rd in Brooklyn▸Nov 1 - Two sedans crashed at Beverley Road and Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited unsafe speed and traffic control disregard as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:28 a.m. on Beverley Road near Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans collided: a 2019 Honda traveling east and a 2007 Lexus traveling south. The point of impact was the center front end of the Honda and the right side doors of the Lexus. The Honda driver, a 45-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck trauma and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factors for the crash. The Lexus driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This collision highlights driver errors involving speed and failure to obey traffic controls.
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Distracted Driver Slams Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸Oct 27 - A left-turning sedan struck a straight-moving car on Remsen Avenue. The crash slammed the Tesla’s side. A rear passenger took the blow. She suffered a shoulder injury. Driver inattention fueled the impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 Lexus sedan making a left turn collided with a 2023 Tesla sedan traveling straight on Remsen Avenue in Brooklyn. The Lexus hit the Tesla’s left side doors. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. A 34-year-old woman riding in the Tesla’s rear seat was injured, suffering a shoulder and upper arm injury and shock. She was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The crash highlights the harm caused by driver distraction and its toll on passengers.
27
Turning Sedan Strikes Moped Rider on Utica▸Oct 27 - A sedan turns left at midnight, steel collides with flesh. A young moped rider is thrown, bleeding, onto Utica Avenue. The car’s bumper bends. The street holds the violence. The night stays silent, the wound remains.
At the corner of Utica Avenue and Tilden Avenue in Brooklyn, a sedan making a left turn collided with a northbound moped, according to the police report. The crash occurred at midnight. The moped rider, a 25-year-old man, was ejected and landed on the street with severe lacerations, described as 'flesh torn' and 'bleeding' in the narrative. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, underscoring the sedan driver's error in the collision. The moped rider was conscious at the scene. The report also notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this detail appears after the primary driver error. The sedan’s right front bumper was damaged. The violence of the impact and the injury to the vulnerable road user are clear in the official account.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 17 - A 63-year-old man suffered abrasions and arm injuries after an SUV made a right turn and struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The vehicle's right front quarter panel was damaged in the impact.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Clarkson Avenue at an intersection with the crossing signal. The collision occurred at 14:22 when a Ford SUV, traveling southeast and making a right turn, struck the pedestrian with its right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and remained conscious after the collision. The report does not specify contributing factors related to the driver, but the impact location and vehicle movement indicate the driver failed to avoid the pedestrian while turning. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were listed. The vehicle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel.
16
SUV Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 16 - A bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a 2017 SUV struck him from behind on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe lane changing and following too closely by the SUV driver, according to the police report.
At 14:09 on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn, a 2017 Toyota SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling eastbound, according to the police report. The impact occurred at the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 50-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The police report cites the SUV driver's errors as 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Following Too Closely,' indicating failure to maintain safe distance and improper lane maneuvers. The bicyclist was not listed as contributing to the crash by any factor. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in close following and lane changes on city streets.
12
E-Bike Rider Suffers Hip Laceration on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 12 - A 41-year-old man riding east on an e-bike tore open his hip near East 40th Street. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright as streetlights flickered. The night continued. The crash left him injured and unlicensed, the danger undiminished.
A 41-year-old man was injured while riding an e-bike eastbound on Clarkson Avenue near East 40th Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the rider was unlicensed and suffered severe lacerations to his hip and upper leg. 'His hip split open. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright. The streetlights flickered. The night did not stop,' the narrative reads. No other vehicles or persons were listed as involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or contributing factors beyond the rider's unlicensed status. There is no mention of helmet use or other victim behavior as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
9
Motorcycle Slams Sedan’s Rear on Linden Boulevard▸Oct 9 - A motorcycle struck a sedan’s left rear in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, 26, suffered knee and leg abrasions. Police cite unsafe speed and other vehicular errors as causes. Metal and flesh met hard on Linden Boulevard.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north collided with the left rear quarter panel of a westbound sedan on Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn at 18:27. The sedan’s 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, pointing to driver errors. The motorcycle operator held only a learner’s permit. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the sedan’s left rear and the motorcycle’s front. The sedan driver was not cited for any contributing behavior. The crash underscores the dangers posed by speeding and other vehicular errors in city traffic.
8
SUV and Sedan Collide on Clarendon Road▸Oct 8 - A collision between an eastbound SUV and a westbound sedan making a U-turn on Clarendon Road injured a rear-seat passenger. The impact struck the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel, causing head injury and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on Clarendon Road involving a 2020 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2019 Toyota sedan making a U-turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. A 33-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger position of the SUV sustained a head injury and was in shock, with complaints of pain or nausea. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper yielding during turning maneuvers.
5
Sedan Rear-Ends Another on Utica Avenue▸Oct 5 - A distracted driver rear-ended a stopped sedan on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Three occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all wearing lap belts. The crash exposed the dangers of driver inattention on busy city streets late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:55 PM on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2017 Nissan sedan, traveling north and going straight ahead, struck the center back end of a stopped 2023 Porsche sedan. The contributing factor cited was driver inattention/distraction. The Nissan driver, a licensed female from Georgia, caused the collision by failing to notice the stopped vehicle ahead. The Porsche had two occupants: a 38-year-old male driver and a 7-year-old female passenger, both wearing lap belts and injured with back pain and shock. The Nissan driver, a 31-year-old female, also wearing a lap belt, suffered neck injury and shock. None of the occupants were ejected, and no other contributing factors were specified. The crash highlights the systemic danger posed by distracted driving in urban traffic conditions.
5
Distracted Drivers Crash Sedans on Albany Avenue▸Oct 5 - Two sedans smashed together on Albany Avenue. A driver and a passenger left bruised and shaken. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction. Metal bent. Flesh bruised. Brooklyn streets stay dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 3:50 PM on Albany Avenue at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash injured a 28-year-old male driver and a 39-year-old female passenger. Both suffered contusions and bruises to the arm and face but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause for both vehicles. One driver held only a permit, the other a full license. The KIA struck with its center front end; the Toyota was hit at the right side doors. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver distraction as the key factor in this collision.
Nov 24 - A westbound SUV making a left turn collided with a box truck driving straight on Church Ave. The SUV driver, a 54-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Faulty traffic control devices contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Church Ave in Brooklyn at 10:53 AM. A 2016 SUV driven by a 54-year-old woman was making a left turn when it collided with a westbound box truck traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front bumper of the truck. The SUV driver sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were damaged on their respective impact points. The report cites 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as a contributing factor twice, indicating systemic failure in traffic signaling. The SUV driver was also noted to have a contributing factor labeled 'Other Vehicular.' The report does not assign fault to the injured driver but highlights driver errors linked to malfunctioning traffic controls.
21
Bus Merging Collides with Sedan on Utica Ave▸Nov 21 - A bus merging south on Utica Avenue struck a sedan making a right turn, impacting the sedan's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash dynamics.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:55 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A bus traveling south was merging when it collided with a sedan making a right turn. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear bumper and the bus's left front bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old female occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report cites 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, indicating hazardous road conditions. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed, but the merging maneuver by the bus and the right turn by the sedan under slippery conditions created the collision. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
21
Zellnor Myrie Urges Council to Resist Housing Cuts▸Nov 21 - Council weighs Adams’s City of Yes plan. Mayoral challengers back the original, urge no watering down. They want housing, not parking. Council may weaken it. The fight is over homes versus cars. Vulnerable road users watch as parking mandates hang in the balance.
On November 21, 2024, the City Council debated Mayor Adams’s City of Yes zoning proposal, which aims to boost housing and scrap mandatory parking citywide. The Council may weaken the plan by creating a three-tiered system, risking fewer new homes. Mayoral challengers Zellnor Myrie, Brad Lander, Scott Stringer, Jessica Ramos, and Zohran Mamdani—all Democrats—strongly support the original plan. Myrie urges, 'resist efforts to revise the proposal in any way that would yield fewer homes.' Lander calls for ending exclusionary zoning and prioritizing housing over parking. Stringer calls the plan a 'small step.' Mamdani opposes changes that reduce housing or water down parking elimination. Ramos would vote yes but wants to protect neighborhood character. The Council’s decision will shape the city’s streets, homes, and the future for those outside cars.
-
What Do the Mayoral Candidates Think Of ‘City of Yes’?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-21
18
Two-Vehicle Collision Injures Brooklyn Driver, Child Passenger▸Nov 18 - A sedan and pick-up truck collided on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. The female sedan driver and a child passenger suffered moderate injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north when impact occurred. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:40 AM on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn involving a 2020 Kia sedan and a 2015 Ford pick-up truck, both traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper struck the pick-up truck's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old female, was injured in the back with injury severity level 3 and was wearing a lap belt. A 7-year-old male child passenger in the sedan was also injured in the hip-upper leg area with injury severity level 3 and was secured in a child restraint. Both occupants experienced shock but were not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both occupants and does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision resulted in vehicle damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and right rear bumper of the pick-up truck.
16
E-Bike Rider Injured After Traffic Control Disregard▸Nov 16 - An e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a severe arm fracture after a crash on Utica Ave. The driver disregarded traffic controls, causing the collision. The rider remained conscious despite the injury, highlighting the dangers of ignored traffic signals.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male e-bike rider traveling south on Utica Ave was involved in a crash at 12:42 a.m. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a driver error in failing to obey traffic signals or signs. The rider was ejected from the e-bike and sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The rider was conscious after the crash but suffered serious injuries classified as severity level 3. The collision involved the left rear bumper of the e-bike, which was damaged. No other contributing factors related to the rider's behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report. This incident underscores the systemic danger posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls.
13Int 1105-2024
Louis co-sponsors bill boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Nov 13 - Council demands DOT show its work. The law forces public updates on every street safety project. No more hiding delays. No more silent cost overruns. Progress for bus riders, cyclists, and walkers must be tracked and posted.
Int 1105-2024 became law on May 10, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others, amends the city code to require the Department of Transportation to post annual and monthly updates on all projects tied to the streets master plan. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' It forces transparency on protected bike lanes, bus lanes, pedestrian signals, and upgrades. The public will see delays, costs, and status. No more secrets. The mayor returned it unsigned, but the law stands.
-
File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-11-13
13Int 1105-2024
Mealy co-sponsors bill boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Nov 13 - Council demands DOT show its work. The law forces public updates on every street safety project. No more hiding delays. No more silent cost overruns. Progress for bus riders, cyclists, and walkers must be tracked and posted.
Int 1105-2024 became law on May 10, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others, amends the city code to require the Department of Transportation to post annual and monthly updates on all projects tied to the streets master plan. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' It forces transparency on protected bike lanes, bus lanes, pedestrian signals, and upgrades. The public will see delays, costs, and status. No more secrets. The mayor returned it unsigned, but the law stands.
-
File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-11-13
1
Two Sedans Collide on Beverley Rd in Brooklyn▸Nov 1 - Two sedans crashed at Beverley Road and Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited unsafe speed and traffic control disregard as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:28 a.m. on Beverley Road near Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans collided: a 2019 Honda traveling east and a 2007 Lexus traveling south. The point of impact was the center front end of the Honda and the right side doors of the Lexus. The Honda driver, a 45-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck trauma and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factors for the crash. The Lexus driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This collision highlights driver errors involving speed and failure to obey traffic controls.
27
Distracted Driver Slams Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸Oct 27 - A left-turning sedan struck a straight-moving car on Remsen Avenue. The crash slammed the Tesla’s side. A rear passenger took the blow. She suffered a shoulder injury. Driver inattention fueled the impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 Lexus sedan making a left turn collided with a 2023 Tesla sedan traveling straight on Remsen Avenue in Brooklyn. The Lexus hit the Tesla’s left side doors. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. A 34-year-old woman riding in the Tesla’s rear seat was injured, suffering a shoulder and upper arm injury and shock. She was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The crash highlights the harm caused by driver distraction and its toll on passengers.
27
Turning Sedan Strikes Moped Rider on Utica▸Oct 27 - A sedan turns left at midnight, steel collides with flesh. A young moped rider is thrown, bleeding, onto Utica Avenue. The car’s bumper bends. The street holds the violence. The night stays silent, the wound remains.
At the corner of Utica Avenue and Tilden Avenue in Brooklyn, a sedan making a left turn collided with a northbound moped, according to the police report. The crash occurred at midnight. The moped rider, a 25-year-old man, was ejected and landed on the street with severe lacerations, described as 'flesh torn' and 'bleeding' in the narrative. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, underscoring the sedan driver's error in the collision. The moped rider was conscious at the scene. The report also notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this detail appears after the primary driver error. The sedan’s right front bumper was damaged. The violence of the impact and the injury to the vulnerable road user are clear in the official account.
17
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 17 - A 63-year-old man suffered abrasions and arm injuries after an SUV made a right turn and struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The vehicle's right front quarter panel was damaged in the impact.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Clarkson Avenue at an intersection with the crossing signal. The collision occurred at 14:22 when a Ford SUV, traveling southeast and making a right turn, struck the pedestrian with its right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and remained conscious after the collision. The report does not specify contributing factors related to the driver, but the impact location and vehicle movement indicate the driver failed to avoid the pedestrian while turning. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were listed. The vehicle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel.
16
SUV Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 16 - A bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a 2017 SUV struck him from behind on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe lane changing and following too closely by the SUV driver, according to the police report.
At 14:09 on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn, a 2017 Toyota SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling eastbound, according to the police report. The impact occurred at the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 50-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The police report cites the SUV driver's errors as 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Following Too Closely,' indicating failure to maintain safe distance and improper lane maneuvers. The bicyclist was not listed as contributing to the crash by any factor. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in close following and lane changes on city streets.
12
E-Bike Rider Suffers Hip Laceration on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 12 - A 41-year-old man riding east on an e-bike tore open his hip near East 40th Street. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright as streetlights flickered. The night continued. The crash left him injured and unlicensed, the danger undiminished.
A 41-year-old man was injured while riding an e-bike eastbound on Clarkson Avenue near East 40th Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the rider was unlicensed and suffered severe lacerations to his hip and upper leg. 'His hip split open. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright. The streetlights flickered. The night did not stop,' the narrative reads. No other vehicles or persons were listed as involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or contributing factors beyond the rider's unlicensed status. There is no mention of helmet use or other victim behavior as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
9
Motorcycle Slams Sedan’s Rear on Linden Boulevard▸Oct 9 - A motorcycle struck a sedan’s left rear in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, 26, suffered knee and leg abrasions. Police cite unsafe speed and other vehicular errors as causes. Metal and flesh met hard on Linden Boulevard.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north collided with the left rear quarter panel of a westbound sedan on Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn at 18:27. The sedan’s 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, pointing to driver errors. The motorcycle operator held only a learner’s permit. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the sedan’s left rear and the motorcycle’s front. The sedan driver was not cited for any contributing behavior. The crash underscores the dangers posed by speeding and other vehicular errors in city traffic.
8
SUV and Sedan Collide on Clarendon Road▸Oct 8 - A collision between an eastbound SUV and a westbound sedan making a U-turn on Clarendon Road injured a rear-seat passenger. The impact struck the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel, causing head injury and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on Clarendon Road involving a 2020 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2019 Toyota sedan making a U-turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. A 33-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger position of the SUV sustained a head injury and was in shock, with complaints of pain or nausea. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper yielding during turning maneuvers.
5
Sedan Rear-Ends Another on Utica Avenue▸Oct 5 - A distracted driver rear-ended a stopped sedan on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Three occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all wearing lap belts. The crash exposed the dangers of driver inattention on busy city streets late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:55 PM on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2017 Nissan sedan, traveling north and going straight ahead, struck the center back end of a stopped 2023 Porsche sedan. The contributing factor cited was driver inattention/distraction. The Nissan driver, a licensed female from Georgia, caused the collision by failing to notice the stopped vehicle ahead. The Porsche had two occupants: a 38-year-old male driver and a 7-year-old female passenger, both wearing lap belts and injured with back pain and shock. The Nissan driver, a 31-year-old female, also wearing a lap belt, suffered neck injury and shock. None of the occupants were ejected, and no other contributing factors were specified. The crash highlights the systemic danger posed by distracted driving in urban traffic conditions.
5
Distracted Drivers Crash Sedans on Albany Avenue▸Oct 5 - Two sedans smashed together on Albany Avenue. A driver and a passenger left bruised and shaken. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction. Metal bent. Flesh bruised. Brooklyn streets stay dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 3:50 PM on Albany Avenue at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash injured a 28-year-old male driver and a 39-year-old female passenger. Both suffered contusions and bruises to the arm and face but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause for both vehicles. One driver held only a permit, the other a full license. The KIA struck with its center front end; the Toyota was hit at the right side doors. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver distraction as the key factor in this collision.
Nov 21 - A bus merging south on Utica Avenue struck a sedan making a right turn, impacting the sedan's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash dynamics.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:55 on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A bus traveling south was merging when it collided with a sedan making a right turn. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear bumper and the bus's left front bumper. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old female occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report cites 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, indicating hazardous road conditions. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed, but the merging maneuver by the bus and the right turn by the sedan under slippery conditions created the collision. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Zellnor Myrie Urges Council to Resist Housing Cuts▸Nov 21 - Council weighs Adams’s City of Yes plan. Mayoral challengers back the original, urge no watering down. They want housing, not parking. Council may weaken it. The fight is over homes versus cars. Vulnerable road users watch as parking mandates hang in the balance.
On November 21, 2024, the City Council debated Mayor Adams’s City of Yes zoning proposal, which aims to boost housing and scrap mandatory parking citywide. The Council may weaken the plan by creating a three-tiered system, risking fewer new homes. Mayoral challengers Zellnor Myrie, Brad Lander, Scott Stringer, Jessica Ramos, and Zohran Mamdani—all Democrats—strongly support the original plan. Myrie urges, 'resist efforts to revise the proposal in any way that would yield fewer homes.' Lander calls for ending exclusionary zoning and prioritizing housing over parking. Stringer calls the plan a 'small step.' Mamdani opposes changes that reduce housing or water down parking elimination. Ramos would vote yes but wants to protect neighborhood character. The Council’s decision will shape the city’s streets, homes, and the future for those outside cars.
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What Do the Mayoral Candidates Think Of ‘City of Yes’?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-21
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Two-Vehicle Collision Injures Brooklyn Driver, Child Passenger▸Nov 18 - A sedan and pick-up truck collided on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. The female sedan driver and a child passenger suffered moderate injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north when impact occurred. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:40 AM on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn involving a 2020 Kia sedan and a 2015 Ford pick-up truck, both traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper struck the pick-up truck's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old female, was injured in the back with injury severity level 3 and was wearing a lap belt. A 7-year-old male child passenger in the sedan was also injured in the hip-upper leg area with injury severity level 3 and was secured in a child restraint. Both occupants experienced shock but were not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both occupants and does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision resulted in vehicle damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and right rear bumper of the pick-up truck.
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E-Bike Rider Injured After Traffic Control Disregard▸Nov 16 - An e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a severe arm fracture after a crash on Utica Ave. The driver disregarded traffic controls, causing the collision. The rider remained conscious despite the injury, highlighting the dangers of ignored traffic signals.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male e-bike rider traveling south on Utica Ave was involved in a crash at 12:42 a.m. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a driver error in failing to obey traffic signals or signs. The rider was ejected from the e-bike and sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The rider was conscious after the crash but suffered serious injuries classified as severity level 3. The collision involved the left rear bumper of the e-bike, which was damaged. No other contributing factors related to the rider's behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report. This incident underscores the systemic danger posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls.
13Int 1105-2024
Louis co-sponsors bill boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Nov 13 - Council demands DOT show its work. The law forces public updates on every street safety project. No more hiding delays. No more silent cost overruns. Progress for bus riders, cyclists, and walkers must be tracked and posted.
Int 1105-2024 became law on May 10, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others, amends the city code to require the Department of Transportation to post annual and monthly updates on all projects tied to the streets master plan. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' It forces transparency on protected bike lanes, bus lanes, pedestrian signals, and upgrades. The public will see delays, costs, and status. No more secrets. The mayor returned it unsigned, but the law stands.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-11-13
13Int 1105-2024
Mealy co-sponsors bill boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Nov 13 - Council demands DOT show its work. The law forces public updates on every street safety project. No more hiding delays. No more silent cost overruns. Progress for bus riders, cyclists, and walkers must be tracked and posted.
Int 1105-2024 became law on May 10, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others, amends the city code to require the Department of Transportation to post annual and monthly updates on all projects tied to the streets master plan. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' It forces transparency on protected bike lanes, bus lanes, pedestrian signals, and upgrades. The public will see delays, costs, and status. No more secrets. The mayor returned it unsigned, but the law stands.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-11-13
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Two Sedans Collide on Beverley Rd in Brooklyn▸Nov 1 - Two sedans crashed at Beverley Road and Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited unsafe speed and traffic control disregard as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:28 a.m. on Beverley Road near Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans collided: a 2019 Honda traveling east and a 2007 Lexus traveling south. The point of impact was the center front end of the Honda and the right side doors of the Lexus. The Honda driver, a 45-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck trauma and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factors for the crash. The Lexus driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This collision highlights driver errors involving speed and failure to obey traffic controls.
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Distracted Driver Slams Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸Oct 27 - A left-turning sedan struck a straight-moving car on Remsen Avenue. The crash slammed the Tesla’s side. A rear passenger took the blow. She suffered a shoulder injury. Driver inattention fueled the impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 Lexus sedan making a left turn collided with a 2023 Tesla sedan traveling straight on Remsen Avenue in Brooklyn. The Lexus hit the Tesla’s left side doors. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. A 34-year-old woman riding in the Tesla’s rear seat was injured, suffering a shoulder and upper arm injury and shock. She was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The crash highlights the harm caused by driver distraction and its toll on passengers.
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Turning Sedan Strikes Moped Rider on Utica▸Oct 27 - A sedan turns left at midnight, steel collides with flesh. A young moped rider is thrown, bleeding, onto Utica Avenue. The car’s bumper bends. The street holds the violence. The night stays silent, the wound remains.
At the corner of Utica Avenue and Tilden Avenue in Brooklyn, a sedan making a left turn collided with a northbound moped, according to the police report. The crash occurred at midnight. The moped rider, a 25-year-old man, was ejected and landed on the street with severe lacerations, described as 'flesh torn' and 'bleeding' in the narrative. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, underscoring the sedan driver's error in the collision. The moped rider was conscious at the scene. The report also notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this detail appears after the primary driver error. The sedan’s right front bumper was damaged. The violence of the impact and the injury to the vulnerable road user are clear in the official account.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 17 - A 63-year-old man suffered abrasions and arm injuries after an SUV made a right turn and struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The vehicle's right front quarter panel was damaged in the impact.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Clarkson Avenue at an intersection with the crossing signal. The collision occurred at 14:22 when a Ford SUV, traveling southeast and making a right turn, struck the pedestrian with its right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and remained conscious after the collision. The report does not specify contributing factors related to the driver, but the impact location and vehicle movement indicate the driver failed to avoid the pedestrian while turning. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were listed. The vehicle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel.
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SUV Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 16 - A bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a 2017 SUV struck him from behind on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe lane changing and following too closely by the SUV driver, according to the police report.
At 14:09 on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn, a 2017 Toyota SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling eastbound, according to the police report. The impact occurred at the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 50-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The police report cites the SUV driver's errors as 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Following Too Closely,' indicating failure to maintain safe distance and improper lane maneuvers. The bicyclist was not listed as contributing to the crash by any factor. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in close following and lane changes on city streets.
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E-Bike Rider Suffers Hip Laceration on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 12 - A 41-year-old man riding east on an e-bike tore open his hip near East 40th Street. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright as streetlights flickered. The night continued. The crash left him injured and unlicensed, the danger undiminished.
A 41-year-old man was injured while riding an e-bike eastbound on Clarkson Avenue near East 40th Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the rider was unlicensed and suffered severe lacerations to his hip and upper leg. 'His hip split open. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright. The streetlights flickered. The night did not stop,' the narrative reads. No other vehicles or persons were listed as involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or contributing factors beyond the rider's unlicensed status. There is no mention of helmet use or other victim behavior as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Motorcycle Slams Sedan’s Rear on Linden Boulevard▸Oct 9 - A motorcycle struck a sedan’s left rear in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, 26, suffered knee and leg abrasions. Police cite unsafe speed and other vehicular errors as causes. Metal and flesh met hard on Linden Boulevard.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north collided with the left rear quarter panel of a westbound sedan on Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn at 18:27. The sedan’s 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, pointing to driver errors. The motorcycle operator held only a learner’s permit. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the sedan’s left rear and the motorcycle’s front. The sedan driver was not cited for any contributing behavior. The crash underscores the dangers posed by speeding and other vehicular errors in city traffic.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Clarendon Road▸Oct 8 - A collision between an eastbound SUV and a westbound sedan making a U-turn on Clarendon Road injured a rear-seat passenger. The impact struck the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel, causing head injury and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on Clarendon Road involving a 2020 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2019 Toyota sedan making a U-turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. A 33-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger position of the SUV sustained a head injury and was in shock, with complaints of pain or nausea. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper yielding during turning maneuvers.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another on Utica Avenue▸Oct 5 - A distracted driver rear-ended a stopped sedan on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Three occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all wearing lap belts. The crash exposed the dangers of driver inattention on busy city streets late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:55 PM on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2017 Nissan sedan, traveling north and going straight ahead, struck the center back end of a stopped 2023 Porsche sedan. The contributing factor cited was driver inattention/distraction. The Nissan driver, a licensed female from Georgia, caused the collision by failing to notice the stopped vehicle ahead. The Porsche had two occupants: a 38-year-old male driver and a 7-year-old female passenger, both wearing lap belts and injured with back pain and shock. The Nissan driver, a 31-year-old female, also wearing a lap belt, suffered neck injury and shock. None of the occupants were ejected, and no other contributing factors were specified. The crash highlights the systemic danger posed by distracted driving in urban traffic conditions.
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Distracted Drivers Crash Sedans on Albany Avenue▸Oct 5 - Two sedans smashed together on Albany Avenue. A driver and a passenger left bruised and shaken. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction. Metal bent. Flesh bruised. Brooklyn streets stay dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 3:50 PM on Albany Avenue at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash injured a 28-year-old male driver and a 39-year-old female passenger. Both suffered contusions and bruises to the arm and face but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause for both vehicles. One driver held only a permit, the other a full license. The KIA struck with its center front end; the Toyota was hit at the right side doors. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver distraction as the key factor in this collision.
Nov 21 - Council weighs Adams’s City of Yes plan. Mayoral challengers back the original, urge no watering down. They want housing, not parking. Council may weaken it. The fight is over homes versus cars. Vulnerable road users watch as parking mandates hang in the balance.
On November 21, 2024, the City Council debated Mayor Adams’s City of Yes zoning proposal, which aims to boost housing and scrap mandatory parking citywide. The Council may weaken the plan by creating a three-tiered system, risking fewer new homes. Mayoral challengers Zellnor Myrie, Brad Lander, Scott Stringer, Jessica Ramos, and Zohran Mamdani—all Democrats—strongly support the original plan. Myrie urges, 'resist efforts to revise the proposal in any way that would yield fewer homes.' Lander calls for ending exclusionary zoning and prioritizing housing over parking. Stringer calls the plan a 'small step.' Mamdani opposes changes that reduce housing or water down parking elimination. Ramos would vote yes but wants to protect neighborhood character. The Council’s decision will shape the city’s streets, homes, and the future for those outside cars.
- What Do the Mayoral Candidates Think Of ‘City of Yes’?, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-11-21
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Two-Vehicle Collision Injures Brooklyn Driver, Child Passenger▸Nov 18 - A sedan and pick-up truck collided on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. The female sedan driver and a child passenger suffered moderate injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north when impact occurred. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:40 AM on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn involving a 2020 Kia sedan and a 2015 Ford pick-up truck, both traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper struck the pick-up truck's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old female, was injured in the back with injury severity level 3 and was wearing a lap belt. A 7-year-old male child passenger in the sedan was also injured in the hip-upper leg area with injury severity level 3 and was secured in a child restraint. Both occupants experienced shock but were not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both occupants and does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision resulted in vehicle damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and right rear bumper of the pick-up truck.
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E-Bike Rider Injured After Traffic Control Disregard▸Nov 16 - An e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a severe arm fracture after a crash on Utica Ave. The driver disregarded traffic controls, causing the collision. The rider remained conscious despite the injury, highlighting the dangers of ignored traffic signals.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male e-bike rider traveling south on Utica Ave was involved in a crash at 12:42 a.m. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a driver error in failing to obey traffic signals or signs. The rider was ejected from the e-bike and sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The rider was conscious after the crash but suffered serious injuries classified as severity level 3. The collision involved the left rear bumper of the e-bike, which was damaged. No other contributing factors related to the rider's behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report. This incident underscores the systemic danger posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls.
13Int 1105-2024
Louis co-sponsors bill boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Nov 13 - Council demands DOT show its work. The law forces public updates on every street safety project. No more hiding delays. No more silent cost overruns. Progress for bus riders, cyclists, and walkers must be tracked and posted.
Int 1105-2024 became law on May 10, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others, amends the city code to require the Department of Transportation to post annual and monthly updates on all projects tied to the streets master plan. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' It forces transparency on protected bike lanes, bus lanes, pedestrian signals, and upgrades. The public will see delays, costs, and status. No more secrets. The mayor returned it unsigned, but the law stands.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-11-13
13Int 1105-2024
Mealy co-sponsors bill boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Nov 13 - Council demands DOT show its work. The law forces public updates on every street safety project. No more hiding delays. No more silent cost overruns. Progress for bus riders, cyclists, and walkers must be tracked and posted.
Int 1105-2024 became law on May 10, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others, amends the city code to require the Department of Transportation to post annual and monthly updates on all projects tied to the streets master plan. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' It forces transparency on protected bike lanes, bus lanes, pedestrian signals, and upgrades. The public will see delays, costs, and status. No more secrets. The mayor returned it unsigned, but the law stands.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-11-13
1
Two Sedans Collide on Beverley Rd in Brooklyn▸Nov 1 - Two sedans crashed at Beverley Road and Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited unsafe speed and traffic control disregard as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:28 a.m. on Beverley Road near Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans collided: a 2019 Honda traveling east and a 2007 Lexus traveling south. The point of impact was the center front end of the Honda and the right side doors of the Lexus. The Honda driver, a 45-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck trauma and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factors for the crash. The Lexus driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This collision highlights driver errors involving speed and failure to obey traffic controls.
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Distracted Driver Slams Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸Oct 27 - A left-turning sedan struck a straight-moving car on Remsen Avenue. The crash slammed the Tesla’s side. A rear passenger took the blow. She suffered a shoulder injury. Driver inattention fueled the impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 Lexus sedan making a left turn collided with a 2023 Tesla sedan traveling straight on Remsen Avenue in Brooklyn. The Lexus hit the Tesla’s left side doors. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. A 34-year-old woman riding in the Tesla’s rear seat was injured, suffering a shoulder and upper arm injury and shock. She was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The crash highlights the harm caused by driver distraction and its toll on passengers.
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Turning Sedan Strikes Moped Rider on Utica▸Oct 27 - A sedan turns left at midnight, steel collides with flesh. A young moped rider is thrown, bleeding, onto Utica Avenue. The car’s bumper bends. The street holds the violence. The night stays silent, the wound remains.
At the corner of Utica Avenue and Tilden Avenue in Brooklyn, a sedan making a left turn collided with a northbound moped, according to the police report. The crash occurred at midnight. The moped rider, a 25-year-old man, was ejected and landed on the street with severe lacerations, described as 'flesh torn' and 'bleeding' in the narrative. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, underscoring the sedan driver's error in the collision. The moped rider was conscious at the scene. The report also notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this detail appears after the primary driver error. The sedan’s right front bumper was damaged. The violence of the impact and the injury to the vulnerable road user are clear in the official account.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 17 - A 63-year-old man suffered abrasions and arm injuries after an SUV made a right turn and struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The vehicle's right front quarter panel was damaged in the impact.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Clarkson Avenue at an intersection with the crossing signal. The collision occurred at 14:22 when a Ford SUV, traveling southeast and making a right turn, struck the pedestrian with its right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and remained conscious after the collision. The report does not specify contributing factors related to the driver, but the impact location and vehicle movement indicate the driver failed to avoid the pedestrian while turning. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were listed. The vehicle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel.
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SUV Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 16 - A bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a 2017 SUV struck him from behind on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe lane changing and following too closely by the SUV driver, according to the police report.
At 14:09 on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn, a 2017 Toyota SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling eastbound, according to the police report. The impact occurred at the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 50-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The police report cites the SUV driver's errors as 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Following Too Closely,' indicating failure to maintain safe distance and improper lane maneuvers. The bicyclist was not listed as contributing to the crash by any factor. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in close following and lane changes on city streets.
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E-Bike Rider Suffers Hip Laceration on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 12 - A 41-year-old man riding east on an e-bike tore open his hip near East 40th Street. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright as streetlights flickered. The night continued. The crash left him injured and unlicensed, the danger undiminished.
A 41-year-old man was injured while riding an e-bike eastbound on Clarkson Avenue near East 40th Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the rider was unlicensed and suffered severe lacerations to his hip and upper leg. 'His hip split open. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright. The streetlights flickered. The night did not stop,' the narrative reads. No other vehicles or persons were listed as involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or contributing factors beyond the rider's unlicensed status. There is no mention of helmet use or other victim behavior as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Motorcycle Slams Sedan’s Rear on Linden Boulevard▸Oct 9 - A motorcycle struck a sedan’s left rear in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, 26, suffered knee and leg abrasions. Police cite unsafe speed and other vehicular errors as causes. Metal and flesh met hard on Linden Boulevard.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north collided with the left rear quarter panel of a westbound sedan on Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn at 18:27. The sedan’s 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, pointing to driver errors. The motorcycle operator held only a learner’s permit. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the sedan’s left rear and the motorcycle’s front. The sedan driver was not cited for any contributing behavior. The crash underscores the dangers posed by speeding and other vehicular errors in city traffic.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Clarendon Road▸Oct 8 - A collision between an eastbound SUV and a westbound sedan making a U-turn on Clarendon Road injured a rear-seat passenger. The impact struck the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel, causing head injury and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on Clarendon Road involving a 2020 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2019 Toyota sedan making a U-turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. A 33-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger position of the SUV sustained a head injury and was in shock, with complaints of pain or nausea. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper yielding during turning maneuvers.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another on Utica Avenue▸Oct 5 - A distracted driver rear-ended a stopped sedan on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Three occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all wearing lap belts. The crash exposed the dangers of driver inattention on busy city streets late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:55 PM on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2017 Nissan sedan, traveling north and going straight ahead, struck the center back end of a stopped 2023 Porsche sedan. The contributing factor cited was driver inattention/distraction. The Nissan driver, a licensed female from Georgia, caused the collision by failing to notice the stopped vehicle ahead. The Porsche had two occupants: a 38-year-old male driver and a 7-year-old female passenger, both wearing lap belts and injured with back pain and shock. The Nissan driver, a 31-year-old female, also wearing a lap belt, suffered neck injury and shock. None of the occupants were ejected, and no other contributing factors were specified. The crash highlights the systemic danger posed by distracted driving in urban traffic conditions.
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Distracted Drivers Crash Sedans on Albany Avenue▸Oct 5 - Two sedans smashed together on Albany Avenue. A driver and a passenger left bruised and shaken. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction. Metal bent. Flesh bruised. Brooklyn streets stay dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 3:50 PM on Albany Avenue at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash injured a 28-year-old male driver and a 39-year-old female passenger. Both suffered contusions and bruises to the arm and face but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause for both vehicles. One driver held only a permit, the other a full license. The KIA struck with its center front end; the Toyota was hit at the right side doors. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver distraction as the key factor in this collision.
Nov 18 - A sedan and pick-up truck collided on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn. The female sedan driver and a child passenger suffered moderate injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north when impact occurred. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:40 AM on Kings Hwy in Brooklyn involving a 2020 Kia sedan and a 2015 Ford pick-up truck, both traveling north. The sedan's left front bumper struck the pick-up truck's right rear bumper. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old female, was injured in the back with injury severity level 3 and was wearing a lap belt. A 7-year-old male child passenger in the sedan was also injured in the hip-upper leg area with injury severity level 3 and was secured in a child restraint. Both occupants experienced shock but were not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both occupants and does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision resulted in vehicle damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and right rear bumper of the pick-up truck.
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E-Bike Rider Injured After Traffic Control Disregard▸Nov 16 - An e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a severe arm fracture after a crash on Utica Ave. The driver disregarded traffic controls, causing the collision. The rider remained conscious despite the injury, highlighting the dangers of ignored traffic signals.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male e-bike rider traveling south on Utica Ave was involved in a crash at 12:42 a.m. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a driver error in failing to obey traffic signals or signs. The rider was ejected from the e-bike and sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The rider was conscious after the crash but suffered serious injuries classified as severity level 3. The collision involved the left rear bumper of the e-bike, which was damaged. No other contributing factors related to the rider's behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report. This incident underscores the systemic danger posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls.
13Int 1105-2024
Louis co-sponsors bill boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Nov 13 - Council demands DOT show its work. The law forces public updates on every street safety project. No more hiding delays. No more silent cost overruns. Progress for bus riders, cyclists, and walkers must be tracked and posted.
Int 1105-2024 became law on May 10, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others, amends the city code to require the Department of Transportation to post annual and monthly updates on all projects tied to the streets master plan. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' It forces transparency on protected bike lanes, bus lanes, pedestrian signals, and upgrades. The public will see delays, costs, and status. No more secrets. The mayor returned it unsigned, but the law stands.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-11-13
13Int 1105-2024
Mealy co-sponsors bill boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Nov 13 - Council demands DOT show its work. The law forces public updates on every street safety project. No more hiding delays. No more silent cost overruns. Progress for bus riders, cyclists, and walkers must be tracked and posted.
Int 1105-2024 became law on May 10, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others, amends the city code to require the Department of Transportation to post annual and monthly updates on all projects tied to the streets master plan. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' It forces transparency on protected bike lanes, bus lanes, pedestrian signals, and upgrades. The public will see delays, costs, and status. No more secrets. The mayor returned it unsigned, but the law stands.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-11-13
1
Two Sedans Collide on Beverley Rd in Brooklyn▸Nov 1 - Two sedans crashed at Beverley Road and Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited unsafe speed and traffic control disregard as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:28 a.m. on Beverley Road near Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans collided: a 2019 Honda traveling east and a 2007 Lexus traveling south. The point of impact was the center front end of the Honda and the right side doors of the Lexus. The Honda driver, a 45-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck trauma and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factors for the crash. The Lexus driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This collision highlights driver errors involving speed and failure to obey traffic controls.
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Distracted Driver Slams Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸Oct 27 - A left-turning sedan struck a straight-moving car on Remsen Avenue. The crash slammed the Tesla’s side. A rear passenger took the blow. She suffered a shoulder injury. Driver inattention fueled the impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 Lexus sedan making a left turn collided with a 2023 Tesla sedan traveling straight on Remsen Avenue in Brooklyn. The Lexus hit the Tesla’s left side doors. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. A 34-year-old woman riding in the Tesla’s rear seat was injured, suffering a shoulder and upper arm injury and shock. She was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The crash highlights the harm caused by driver distraction and its toll on passengers.
27
Turning Sedan Strikes Moped Rider on Utica▸Oct 27 - A sedan turns left at midnight, steel collides with flesh. A young moped rider is thrown, bleeding, onto Utica Avenue. The car’s bumper bends. The street holds the violence. The night stays silent, the wound remains.
At the corner of Utica Avenue and Tilden Avenue in Brooklyn, a sedan making a left turn collided with a northbound moped, according to the police report. The crash occurred at midnight. The moped rider, a 25-year-old man, was ejected and landed on the street with severe lacerations, described as 'flesh torn' and 'bleeding' in the narrative. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, underscoring the sedan driver's error in the collision. The moped rider was conscious at the scene. The report also notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this detail appears after the primary driver error. The sedan’s right front bumper was damaged. The violence of the impact and the injury to the vulnerable road user are clear in the official account.
17
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 17 - A 63-year-old man suffered abrasions and arm injuries after an SUV made a right turn and struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The vehicle's right front quarter panel was damaged in the impact.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Clarkson Avenue at an intersection with the crossing signal. The collision occurred at 14:22 when a Ford SUV, traveling southeast and making a right turn, struck the pedestrian with its right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and remained conscious after the collision. The report does not specify contributing factors related to the driver, but the impact location and vehicle movement indicate the driver failed to avoid the pedestrian while turning. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were listed. The vehicle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel.
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SUV Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 16 - A bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a 2017 SUV struck him from behind on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe lane changing and following too closely by the SUV driver, according to the police report.
At 14:09 on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn, a 2017 Toyota SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling eastbound, according to the police report. The impact occurred at the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 50-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The police report cites the SUV driver's errors as 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Following Too Closely,' indicating failure to maintain safe distance and improper lane maneuvers. The bicyclist was not listed as contributing to the crash by any factor. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in close following and lane changes on city streets.
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E-Bike Rider Suffers Hip Laceration on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 12 - A 41-year-old man riding east on an e-bike tore open his hip near East 40th Street. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright as streetlights flickered. The night continued. The crash left him injured and unlicensed, the danger undiminished.
A 41-year-old man was injured while riding an e-bike eastbound on Clarkson Avenue near East 40th Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the rider was unlicensed and suffered severe lacerations to his hip and upper leg. 'His hip split open. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright. The streetlights flickered. The night did not stop,' the narrative reads. No other vehicles or persons were listed as involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or contributing factors beyond the rider's unlicensed status. There is no mention of helmet use or other victim behavior as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Motorcycle Slams Sedan’s Rear on Linden Boulevard▸Oct 9 - A motorcycle struck a sedan’s left rear in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, 26, suffered knee and leg abrasions. Police cite unsafe speed and other vehicular errors as causes. Metal and flesh met hard on Linden Boulevard.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north collided with the left rear quarter panel of a westbound sedan on Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn at 18:27. The sedan’s 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, pointing to driver errors. The motorcycle operator held only a learner’s permit. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the sedan’s left rear and the motorcycle’s front. The sedan driver was not cited for any contributing behavior. The crash underscores the dangers posed by speeding and other vehicular errors in city traffic.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Clarendon Road▸Oct 8 - A collision between an eastbound SUV and a westbound sedan making a U-turn on Clarendon Road injured a rear-seat passenger. The impact struck the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel, causing head injury and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on Clarendon Road involving a 2020 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2019 Toyota sedan making a U-turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. A 33-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger position of the SUV sustained a head injury and was in shock, with complaints of pain or nausea. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper yielding during turning maneuvers.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another on Utica Avenue▸Oct 5 - A distracted driver rear-ended a stopped sedan on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Three occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all wearing lap belts. The crash exposed the dangers of driver inattention on busy city streets late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:55 PM on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2017 Nissan sedan, traveling north and going straight ahead, struck the center back end of a stopped 2023 Porsche sedan. The contributing factor cited was driver inattention/distraction. The Nissan driver, a licensed female from Georgia, caused the collision by failing to notice the stopped vehicle ahead. The Porsche had two occupants: a 38-year-old male driver and a 7-year-old female passenger, both wearing lap belts and injured with back pain and shock. The Nissan driver, a 31-year-old female, also wearing a lap belt, suffered neck injury and shock. None of the occupants were ejected, and no other contributing factors were specified. The crash highlights the systemic danger posed by distracted driving in urban traffic conditions.
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Distracted Drivers Crash Sedans on Albany Avenue▸Oct 5 - Two sedans smashed together on Albany Avenue. A driver and a passenger left bruised and shaken. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction. Metal bent. Flesh bruised. Brooklyn streets stay dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 3:50 PM on Albany Avenue at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash injured a 28-year-old male driver and a 39-year-old female passenger. Both suffered contusions and bruises to the arm and face but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause for both vehicles. One driver held only a permit, the other a full license. The KIA struck with its center front end; the Toyota was hit at the right side doors. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver distraction as the key factor in this collision.
Nov 16 - An e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a severe arm fracture after a crash on Utica Ave. The driver disregarded traffic controls, causing the collision. The rider remained conscious despite the injury, highlighting the dangers of ignored traffic signals.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male e-bike rider traveling south on Utica Ave was involved in a crash at 12:42 a.m. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a driver error in failing to obey traffic signals or signs. The rider was ejected from the e-bike and sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The rider was conscious after the crash but suffered serious injuries classified as severity level 3. The collision involved the left rear bumper of the e-bike, which was damaged. No other contributing factors related to the rider's behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report. This incident underscores the systemic danger posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls.
13Int 1105-2024
Louis co-sponsors bill boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Nov 13 - Council demands DOT show its work. The law forces public updates on every street safety project. No more hiding delays. No more silent cost overruns. Progress for bus riders, cyclists, and walkers must be tracked and posted.
Int 1105-2024 became law on May 10, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others, amends the city code to require the Department of Transportation to post annual and monthly updates on all projects tied to the streets master plan. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' It forces transparency on protected bike lanes, bus lanes, pedestrian signals, and upgrades. The public will see delays, costs, and status. No more secrets. The mayor returned it unsigned, but the law stands.
-
File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-11-13
13Int 1105-2024
Mealy co-sponsors bill boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Nov 13 - Council demands DOT show its work. The law forces public updates on every street safety project. No more hiding delays. No more silent cost overruns. Progress for bus riders, cyclists, and walkers must be tracked and posted.
Int 1105-2024 became law on May 10, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others, amends the city code to require the Department of Transportation to post annual and monthly updates on all projects tied to the streets master plan. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' It forces transparency on protected bike lanes, bus lanes, pedestrian signals, and upgrades. The public will see delays, costs, and status. No more secrets. The mayor returned it unsigned, but the law stands.
-
File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-11-13
1
Two Sedans Collide on Beverley Rd in Brooklyn▸Nov 1 - Two sedans crashed at Beverley Road and Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited unsafe speed and traffic control disregard as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:28 a.m. on Beverley Road near Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans collided: a 2019 Honda traveling east and a 2007 Lexus traveling south. The point of impact was the center front end of the Honda and the right side doors of the Lexus. The Honda driver, a 45-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck trauma and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factors for the crash. The Lexus driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This collision highlights driver errors involving speed and failure to obey traffic controls.
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Distracted Driver Slams Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸Oct 27 - A left-turning sedan struck a straight-moving car on Remsen Avenue. The crash slammed the Tesla’s side. A rear passenger took the blow. She suffered a shoulder injury. Driver inattention fueled the impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 Lexus sedan making a left turn collided with a 2023 Tesla sedan traveling straight on Remsen Avenue in Brooklyn. The Lexus hit the Tesla’s left side doors. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. A 34-year-old woman riding in the Tesla’s rear seat was injured, suffering a shoulder and upper arm injury and shock. She was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The crash highlights the harm caused by driver distraction and its toll on passengers.
27
Turning Sedan Strikes Moped Rider on Utica▸Oct 27 - A sedan turns left at midnight, steel collides with flesh. A young moped rider is thrown, bleeding, onto Utica Avenue. The car’s bumper bends. The street holds the violence. The night stays silent, the wound remains.
At the corner of Utica Avenue and Tilden Avenue in Brooklyn, a sedan making a left turn collided with a northbound moped, according to the police report. The crash occurred at midnight. The moped rider, a 25-year-old man, was ejected and landed on the street with severe lacerations, described as 'flesh torn' and 'bleeding' in the narrative. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, underscoring the sedan driver's error in the collision. The moped rider was conscious at the scene. The report also notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this detail appears after the primary driver error. The sedan’s right front bumper was damaged. The violence of the impact and the injury to the vulnerable road user are clear in the official account.
17
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 17 - A 63-year-old man suffered abrasions and arm injuries after an SUV made a right turn and struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The vehicle's right front quarter panel was damaged in the impact.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Clarkson Avenue at an intersection with the crossing signal. The collision occurred at 14:22 when a Ford SUV, traveling southeast and making a right turn, struck the pedestrian with its right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and remained conscious after the collision. The report does not specify contributing factors related to the driver, but the impact location and vehicle movement indicate the driver failed to avoid the pedestrian while turning. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were listed. The vehicle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel.
16
SUV Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 16 - A bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a 2017 SUV struck him from behind on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe lane changing and following too closely by the SUV driver, according to the police report.
At 14:09 on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn, a 2017 Toyota SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling eastbound, according to the police report. The impact occurred at the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 50-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The police report cites the SUV driver's errors as 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Following Too Closely,' indicating failure to maintain safe distance and improper lane maneuvers. The bicyclist was not listed as contributing to the crash by any factor. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in close following and lane changes on city streets.
12
E-Bike Rider Suffers Hip Laceration on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 12 - A 41-year-old man riding east on an e-bike tore open his hip near East 40th Street. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright as streetlights flickered. The night continued. The crash left him injured and unlicensed, the danger undiminished.
A 41-year-old man was injured while riding an e-bike eastbound on Clarkson Avenue near East 40th Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the rider was unlicensed and suffered severe lacerations to his hip and upper leg. 'His hip split open. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright. The streetlights flickered. The night did not stop,' the narrative reads. No other vehicles or persons were listed as involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or contributing factors beyond the rider's unlicensed status. There is no mention of helmet use or other victim behavior as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Motorcycle Slams Sedan’s Rear on Linden Boulevard▸Oct 9 - A motorcycle struck a sedan’s left rear in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, 26, suffered knee and leg abrasions. Police cite unsafe speed and other vehicular errors as causes. Metal and flesh met hard on Linden Boulevard.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north collided with the left rear quarter panel of a westbound sedan on Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn at 18:27. The sedan’s 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, pointing to driver errors. The motorcycle operator held only a learner’s permit. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the sedan’s left rear and the motorcycle’s front. The sedan driver was not cited for any contributing behavior. The crash underscores the dangers posed by speeding and other vehicular errors in city traffic.
8
SUV and Sedan Collide on Clarendon Road▸Oct 8 - A collision between an eastbound SUV and a westbound sedan making a U-turn on Clarendon Road injured a rear-seat passenger. The impact struck the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel, causing head injury and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on Clarendon Road involving a 2020 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2019 Toyota sedan making a U-turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. A 33-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger position of the SUV sustained a head injury and was in shock, with complaints of pain or nausea. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper yielding during turning maneuvers.
5
Sedan Rear-Ends Another on Utica Avenue▸Oct 5 - A distracted driver rear-ended a stopped sedan on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Three occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all wearing lap belts. The crash exposed the dangers of driver inattention on busy city streets late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:55 PM on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2017 Nissan sedan, traveling north and going straight ahead, struck the center back end of a stopped 2023 Porsche sedan. The contributing factor cited was driver inattention/distraction. The Nissan driver, a licensed female from Georgia, caused the collision by failing to notice the stopped vehicle ahead. The Porsche had two occupants: a 38-year-old male driver and a 7-year-old female passenger, both wearing lap belts and injured with back pain and shock. The Nissan driver, a 31-year-old female, also wearing a lap belt, suffered neck injury and shock. None of the occupants were ejected, and no other contributing factors were specified. The crash highlights the systemic danger posed by distracted driving in urban traffic conditions.
5
Distracted Drivers Crash Sedans on Albany Avenue▸Oct 5 - Two sedans smashed together on Albany Avenue. A driver and a passenger left bruised and shaken. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction. Metal bent. Flesh bruised. Brooklyn streets stay dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 3:50 PM on Albany Avenue at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash injured a 28-year-old male driver and a 39-year-old female passenger. Both suffered contusions and bruises to the arm and face but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause for both vehicles. One driver held only a permit, the other a full license. The KIA struck with its center front end; the Toyota was hit at the right side doors. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver distraction as the key factor in this collision.
Nov 13 - Council demands DOT show its work. The law forces public updates on every street safety project. No more hiding delays. No more silent cost overruns. Progress for bus riders, cyclists, and walkers must be tracked and posted.
Int 1105-2024 became law on May 10, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others, amends the city code to require the Department of Transportation to post annual and monthly updates on all projects tied to the streets master plan. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' It forces transparency on protected bike lanes, bus lanes, pedestrian signals, and upgrades. The public will see delays, costs, and status. No more secrets. The mayor returned it unsigned, but the law stands.
- File Int 1105-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-11-13
13Int 1105-2024
Mealy co-sponsors bill boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Nov 13 - Council demands DOT show its work. The law forces public updates on every street safety project. No more hiding delays. No more silent cost overruns. Progress for bus riders, cyclists, and walkers must be tracked and posted.
Int 1105-2024 became law on May 10, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others, amends the city code to require the Department of Transportation to post annual and monthly updates on all projects tied to the streets master plan. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' It forces transparency on protected bike lanes, bus lanes, pedestrian signals, and upgrades. The public will see delays, costs, and status. No more secrets. The mayor returned it unsigned, but the law stands.
-
File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-11-13
1
Two Sedans Collide on Beverley Rd in Brooklyn▸Nov 1 - Two sedans crashed at Beverley Road and Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited unsafe speed and traffic control disregard as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:28 a.m. on Beverley Road near Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans collided: a 2019 Honda traveling east and a 2007 Lexus traveling south. The point of impact was the center front end of the Honda and the right side doors of the Lexus. The Honda driver, a 45-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck trauma and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factors for the crash. The Lexus driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This collision highlights driver errors involving speed and failure to obey traffic controls.
27
Distracted Driver Slams Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸Oct 27 - A left-turning sedan struck a straight-moving car on Remsen Avenue. The crash slammed the Tesla’s side. A rear passenger took the blow. She suffered a shoulder injury. Driver inattention fueled the impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 Lexus sedan making a left turn collided with a 2023 Tesla sedan traveling straight on Remsen Avenue in Brooklyn. The Lexus hit the Tesla’s left side doors. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. A 34-year-old woman riding in the Tesla’s rear seat was injured, suffering a shoulder and upper arm injury and shock. She was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The crash highlights the harm caused by driver distraction and its toll on passengers.
27
Turning Sedan Strikes Moped Rider on Utica▸Oct 27 - A sedan turns left at midnight, steel collides with flesh. A young moped rider is thrown, bleeding, onto Utica Avenue. The car’s bumper bends. The street holds the violence. The night stays silent, the wound remains.
At the corner of Utica Avenue and Tilden Avenue in Brooklyn, a sedan making a left turn collided with a northbound moped, according to the police report. The crash occurred at midnight. The moped rider, a 25-year-old man, was ejected and landed on the street with severe lacerations, described as 'flesh torn' and 'bleeding' in the narrative. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, underscoring the sedan driver's error in the collision. The moped rider was conscious at the scene. The report also notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this detail appears after the primary driver error. The sedan’s right front bumper was damaged. The violence of the impact and the injury to the vulnerable road user are clear in the official account.
17
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 17 - A 63-year-old man suffered abrasions and arm injuries after an SUV made a right turn and struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The vehicle's right front quarter panel was damaged in the impact.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Clarkson Avenue at an intersection with the crossing signal. The collision occurred at 14:22 when a Ford SUV, traveling southeast and making a right turn, struck the pedestrian with its right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and remained conscious after the collision. The report does not specify contributing factors related to the driver, but the impact location and vehicle movement indicate the driver failed to avoid the pedestrian while turning. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were listed. The vehicle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel.
16
SUV Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 16 - A bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a 2017 SUV struck him from behind on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe lane changing and following too closely by the SUV driver, according to the police report.
At 14:09 on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn, a 2017 Toyota SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling eastbound, according to the police report. The impact occurred at the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 50-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The police report cites the SUV driver's errors as 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Following Too Closely,' indicating failure to maintain safe distance and improper lane maneuvers. The bicyclist was not listed as contributing to the crash by any factor. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in close following and lane changes on city streets.
12
E-Bike Rider Suffers Hip Laceration on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 12 - A 41-year-old man riding east on an e-bike tore open his hip near East 40th Street. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright as streetlights flickered. The night continued. The crash left him injured and unlicensed, the danger undiminished.
A 41-year-old man was injured while riding an e-bike eastbound on Clarkson Avenue near East 40th Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the rider was unlicensed and suffered severe lacerations to his hip and upper leg. 'His hip split open. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright. The streetlights flickered. The night did not stop,' the narrative reads. No other vehicles or persons were listed as involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or contributing factors beyond the rider's unlicensed status. There is no mention of helmet use or other victim behavior as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
9
Motorcycle Slams Sedan’s Rear on Linden Boulevard▸Oct 9 - A motorcycle struck a sedan’s left rear in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, 26, suffered knee and leg abrasions. Police cite unsafe speed and other vehicular errors as causes. Metal and flesh met hard on Linden Boulevard.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north collided with the left rear quarter panel of a westbound sedan on Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn at 18:27. The sedan’s 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, pointing to driver errors. The motorcycle operator held only a learner’s permit. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the sedan’s left rear and the motorcycle’s front. The sedan driver was not cited for any contributing behavior. The crash underscores the dangers posed by speeding and other vehicular errors in city traffic.
8
SUV and Sedan Collide on Clarendon Road▸Oct 8 - A collision between an eastbound SUV and a westbound sedan making a U-turn on Clarendon Road injured a rear-seat passenger. The impact struck the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel, causing head injury and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on Clarendon Road involving a 2020 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2019 Toyota sedan making a U-turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. A 33-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger position of the SUV sustained a head injury and was in shock, with complaints of pain or nausea. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper yielding during turning maneuvers.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another on Utica Avenue▸Oct 5 - A distracted driver rear-ended a stopped sedan on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Three occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all wearing lap belts. The crash exposed the dangers of driver inattention on busy city streets late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:55 PM on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2017 Nissan sedan, traveling north and going straight ahead, struck the center back end of a stopped 2023 Porsche sedan. The contributing factor cited was driver inattention/distraction. The Nissan driver, a licensed female from Georgia, caused the collision by failing to notice the stopped vehicle ahead. The Porsche had two occupants: a 38-year-old male driver and a 7-year-old female passenger, both wearing lap belts and injured with back pain and shock. The Nissan driver, a 31-year-old female, also wearing a lap belt, suffered neck injury and shock. None of the occupants were ejected, and no other contributing factors were specified. The crash highlights the systemic danger posed by distracted driving in urban traffic conditions.
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Distracted Drivers Crash Sedans on Albany Avenue▸Oct 5 - Two sedans smashed together on Albany Avenue. A driver and a passenger left bruised and shaken. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction. Metal bent. Flesh bruised. Brooklyn streets stay dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 3:50 PM on Albany Avenue at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash injured a 28-year-old male driver and a 39-year-old female passenger. Both suffered contusions and bruises to the arm and face but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause for both vehicles. One driver held only a permit, the other a full license. The KIA struck with its center front end; the Toyota was hit at the right side doors. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver distraction as the key factor in this collision.
Nov 13 - Council demands DOT show its work. The law forces public updates on every street safety project. No more hiding delays. No more silent cost overruns. Progress for bus riders, cyclists, and walkers must be tracked and posted.
Int 1105-2024 became law on May 10, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others, amends the city code to require the Department of Transportation to post annual and monthly updates on all projects tied to the streets master plan. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' It forces transparency on protected bike lanes, bus lanes, pedestrian signals, and upgrades. The public will see delays, costs, and status. No more secrets. The mayor returned it unsigned, but the law stands.
- File Int 1105-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-11-13
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Two Sedans Collide on Beverley Rd in Brooklyn▸Nov 1 - Two sedans crashed at Beverley Road and Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited unsafe speed and traffic control disregard as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:28 a.m. on Beverley Road near Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans collided: a 2019 Honda traveling east and a 2007 Lexus traveling south. The point of impact was the center front end of the Honda and the right side doors of the Lexus. The Honda driver, a 45-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck trauma and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factors for the crash. The Lexus driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This collision highlights driver errors involving speed and failure to obey traffic controls.
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Distracted Driver Slams Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸Oct 27 - A left-turning sedan struck a straight-moving car on Remsen Avenue. The crash slammed the Tesla’s side. A rear passenger took the blow. She suffered a shoulder injury. Driver inattention fueled the impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 Lexus sedan making a left turn collided with a 2023 Tesla sedan traveling straight on Remsen Avenue in Brooklyn. The Lexus hit the Tesla’s left side doors. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. A 34-year-old woman riding in the Tesla’s rear seat was injured, suffering a shoulder and upper arm injury and shock. She was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The crash highlights the harm caused by driver distraction and its toll on passengers.
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Turning Sedan Strikes Moped Rider on Utica▸Oct 27 - A sedan turns left at midnight, steel collides with flesh. A young moped rider is thrown, bleeding, onto Utica Avenue. The car’s bumper bends. The street holds the violence. The night stays silent, the wound remains.
At the corner of Utica Avenue and Tilden Avenue in Brooklyn, a sedan making a left turn collided with a northbound moped, according to the police report. The crash occurred at midnight. The moped rider, a 25-year-old man, was ejected and landed on the street with severe lacerations, described as 'flesh torn' and 'bleeding' in the narrative. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, underscoring the sedan driver's error in the collision. The moped rider was conscious at the scene. The report also notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this detail appears after the primary driver error. The sedan’s right front bumper was damaged. The violence of the impact and the injury to the vulnerable road user are clear in the official account.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 17 - A 63-year-old man suffered abrasions and arm injuries after an SUV made a right turn and struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The vehicle's right front quarter panel was damaged in the impact.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Clarkson Avenue at an intersection with the crossing signal. The collision occurred at 14:22 when a Ford SUV, traveling southeast and making a right turn, struck the pedestrian with its right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and remained conscious after the collision. The report does not specify contributing factors related to the driver, but the impact location and vehicle movement indicate the driver failed to avoid the pedestrian while turning. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were listed. The vehicle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel.
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SUV Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 16 - A bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a 2017 SUV struck him from behind on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe lane changing and following too closely by the SUV driver, according to the police report.
At 14:09 on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn, a 2017 Toyota SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling eastbound, according to the police report. The impact occurred at the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 50-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The police report cites the SUV driver's errors as 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Following Too Closely,' indicating failure to maintain safe distance and improper lane maneuvers. The bicyclist was not listed as contributing to the crash by any factor. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in close following and lane changes on city streets.
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E-Bike Rider Suffers Hip Laceration on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 12 - A 41-year-old man riding east on an e-bike tore open his hip near East 40th Street. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright as streetlights flickered. The night continued. The crash left him injured and unlicensed, the danger undiminished.
A 41-year-old man was injured while riding an e-bike eastbound on Clarkson Avenue near East 40th Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the rider was unlicensed and suffered severe lacerations to his hip and upper leg. 'His hip split open. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright. The streetlights flickered. The night did not stop,' the narrative reads. No other vehicles or persons were listed as involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or contributing factors beyond the rider's unlicensed status. There is no mention of helmet use or other victim behavior as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Motorcycle Slams Sedan’s Rear on Linden Boulevard▸Oct 9 - A motorcycle struck a sedan’s left rear in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, 26, suffered knee and leg abrasions. Police cite unsafe speed and other vehicular errors as causes. Metal and flesh met hard on Linden Boulevard.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north collided with the left rear quarter panel of a westbound sedan on Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn at 18:27. The sedan’s 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, pointing to driver errors. The motorcycle operator held only a learner’s permit. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the sedan’s left rear and the motorcycle’s front. The sedan driver was not cited for any contributing behavior. The crash underscores the dangers posed by speeding and other vehicular errors in city traffic.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Clarendon Road▸Oct 8 - A collision between an eastbound SUV and a westbound sedan making a U-turn on Clarendon Road injured a rear-seat passenger. The impact struck the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel, causing head injury and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on Clarendon Road involving a 2020 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2019 Toyota sedan making a U-turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. A 33-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger position of the SUV sustained a head injury and was in shock, with complaints of pain or nausea. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper yielding during turning maneuvers.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another on Utica Avenue▸Oct 5 - A distracted driver rear-ended a stopped sedan on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Three occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all wearing lap belts. The crash exposed the dangers of driver inattention on busy city streets late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:55 PM on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2017 Nissan sedan, traveling north and going straight ahead, struck the center back end of a stopped 2023 Porsche sedan. The contributing factor cited was driver inattention/distraction. The Nissan driver, a licensed female from Georgia, caused the collision by failing to notice the stopped vehicle ahead. The Porsche had two occupants: a 38-year-old male driver and a 7-year-old female passenger, both wearing lap belts and injured with back pain and shock. The Nissan driver, a 31-year-old female, also wearing a lap belt, suffered neck injury and shock. None of the occupants were ejected, and no other contributing factors were specified. The crash highlights the systemic danger posed by distracted driving in urban traffic conditions.
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Distracted Drivers Crash Sedans on Albany Avenue▸Oct 5 - Two sedans smashed together on Albany Avenue. A driver and a passenger left bruised and shaken. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction. Metal bent. Flesh bruised. Brooklyn streets stay dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 3:50 PM on Albany Avenue at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash injured a 28-year-old male driver and a 39-year-old female passenger. Both suffered contusions and bruises to the arm and face but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause for both vehicles. One driver held only a permit, the other a full license. The KIA struck with its center front end; the Toyota was hit at the right side doors. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver distraction as the key factor in this collision.
Nov 1 - Two sedans crashed at Beverley Road and Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited unsafe speed and traffic control disregard as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:28 a.m. on Beverley Road near Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans collided: a 2019 Honda traveling east and a 2007 Lexus traveling south. The point of impact was the center front end of the Honda and the right side doors of the Lexus. The Honda driver, a 45-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck trauma and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factors for the crash. The Lexus driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This collision highlights driver errors involving speed and failure to obey traffic controls.
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Distracted Driver Slams Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸Oct 27 - A left-turning sedan struck a straight-moving car on Remsen Avenue. The crash slammed the Tesla’s side. A rear passenger took the blow. She suffered a shoulder injury. Driver inattention fueled the impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 Lexus sedan making a left turn collided with a 2023 Tesla sedan traveling straight on Remsen Avenue in Brooklyn. The Lexus hit the Tesla’s left side doors. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. A 34-year-old woman riding in the Tesla’s rear seat was injured, suffering a shoulder and upper arm injury and shock. She was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The crash highlights the harm caused by driver distraction and its toll on passengers.
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Turning Sedan Strikes Moped Rider on Utica▸Oct 27 - A sedan turns left at midnight, steel collides with flesh. A young moped rider is thrown, bleeding, onto Utica Avenue. The car’s bumper bends. The street holds the violence. The night stays silent, the wound remains.
At the corner of Utica Avenue and Tilden Avenue in Brooklyn, a sedan making a left turn collided with a northbound moped, according to the police report. The crash occurred at midnight. The moped rider, a 25-year-old man, was ejected and landed on the street with severe lacerations, described as 'flesh torn' and 'bleeding' in the narrative. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, underscoring the sedan driver's error in the collision. The moped rider was conscious at the scene. The report also notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this detail appears after the primary driver error. The sedan’s right front bumper was damaged. The violence of the impact and the injury to the vulnerable road user are clear in the official account.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 17 - A 63-year-old man suffered abrasions and arm injuries after an SUV made a right turn and struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The vehicle's right front quarter panel was damaged in the impact.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Clarkson Avenue at an intersection with the crossing signal. The collision occurred at 14:22 when a Ford SUV, traveling southeast and making a right turn, struck the pedestrian with its right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and remained conscious after the collision. The report does not specify contributing factors related to the driver, but the impact location and vehicle movement indicate the driver failed to avoid the pedestrian while turning. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were listed. The vehicle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel.
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SUV Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 16 - A bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a 2017 SUV struck him from behind on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe lane changing and following too closely by the SUV driver, according to the police report.
At 14:09 on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn, a 2017 Toyota SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling eastbound, according to the police report. The impact occurred at the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 50-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The police report cites the SUV driver's errors as 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Following Too Closely,' indicating failure to maintain safe distance and improper lane maneuvers. The bicyclist was not listed as contributing to the crash by any factor. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in close following and lane changes on city streets.
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E-Bike Rider Suffers Hip Laceration on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 12 - A 41-year-old man riding east on an e-bike tore open his hip near East 40th Street. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright as streetlights flickered. The night continued. The crash left him injured and unlicensed, the danger undiminished.
A 41-year-old man was injured while riding an e-bike eastbound on Clarkson Avenue near East 40th Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the rider was unlicensed and suffered severe lacerations to his hip and upper leg. 'His hip split open. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright. The streetlights flickered. The night did not stop,' the narrative reads. No other vehicles or persons were listed as involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or contributing factors beyond the rider's unlicensed status. There is no mention of helmet use or other victim behavior as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Motorcycle Slams Sedan’s Rear on Linden Boulevard▸Oct 9 - A motorcycle struck a sedan’s left rear in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, 26, suffered knee and leg abrasions. Police cite unsafe speed and other vehicular errors as causes. Metal and flesh met hard on Linden Boulevard.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north collided with the left rear quarter panel of a westbound sedan on Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn at 18:27. The sedan’s 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, pointing to driver errors. The motorcycle operator held only a learner’s permit. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the sedan’s left rear and the motorcycle’s front. The sedan driver was not cited for any contributing behavior. The crash underscores the dangers posed by speeding and other vehicular errors in city traffic.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Clarendon Road▸Oct 8 - A collision between an eastbound SUV and a westbound sedan making a U-turn on Clarendon Road injured a rear-seat passenger. The impact struck the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel, causing head injury and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on Clarendon Road involving a 2020 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2019 Toyota sedan making a U-turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. A 33-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger position of the SUV sustained a head injury and was in shock, with complaints of pain or nausea. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper yielding during turning maneuvers.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another on Utica Avenue▸Oct 5 - A distracted driver rear-ended a stopped sedan on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Three occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all wearing lap belts. The crash exposed the dangers of driver inattention on busy city streets late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:55 PM on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2017 Nissan sedan, traveling north and going straight ahead, struck the center back end of a stopped 2023 Porsche sedan. The contributing factor cited was driver inattention/distraction. The Nissan driver, a licensed female from Georgia, caused the collision by failing to notice the stopped vehicle ahead. The Porsche had two occupants: a 38-year-old male driver and a 7-year-old female passenger, both wearing lap belts and injured with back pain and shock. The Nissan driver, a 31-year-old female, also wearing a lap belt, suffered neck injury and shock. None of the occupants were ejected, and no other contributing factors were specified. The crash highlights the systemic danger posed by distracted driving in urban traffic conditions.
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Distracted Drivers Crash Sedans on Albany Avenue▸Oct 5 - Two sedans smashed together on Albany Avenue. A driver and a passenger left bruised and shaken. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction. Metal bent. Flesh bruised. Brooklyn streets stay dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 3:50 PM on Albany Avenue at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash injured a 28-year-old male driver and a 39-year-old female passenger. Both suffered contusions and bruises to the arm and face but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause for both vehicles. One driver held only a permit, the other a full license. The KIA struck with its center front end; the Toyota was hit at the right side doors. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver distraction as the key factor in this collision.
Oct 27 - A left-turning sedan struck a straight-moving car on Remsen Avenue. The crash slammed the Tesla’s side. A rear passenger took the blow. She suffered a shoulder injury. Driver inattention fueled the impact.
According to the police report, a 2012 Lexus sedan making a left turn collided with a 2023 Tesla sedan traveling straight on Remsen Avenue in Brooklyn. The Lexus hit the Tesla’s left side doors. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. A 34-year-old woman riding in the Tesla’s rear seat was injured, suffering a shoulder and upper arm injury and shock. She was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The crash highlights the harm caused by driver distraction and its toll on passengers.
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Turning Sedan Strikes Moped Rider on Utica▸Oct 27 - A sedan turns left at midnight, steel collides with flesh. A young moped rider is thrown, bleeding, onto Utica Avenue. The car’s bumper bends. The street holds the violence. The night stays silent, the wound remains.
At the corner of Utica Avenue and Tilden Avenue in Brooklyn, a sedan making a left turn collided with a northbound moped, according to the police report. The crash occurred at midnight. The moped rider, a 25-year-old man, was ejected and landed on the street with severe lacerations, described as 'flesh torn' and 'bleeding' in the narrative. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, underscoring the sedan driver's error in the collision. The moped rider was conscious at the scene. The report also notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this detail appears after the primary driver error. The sedan’s right front bumper was damaged. The violence of the impact and the injury to the vulnerable road user are clear in the official account.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 17 - A 63-year-old man suffered abrasions and arm injuries after an SUV made a right turn and struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The vehicle's right front quarter panel was damaged in the impact.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Clarkson Avenue at an intersection with the crossing signal. The collision occurred at 14:22 when a Ford SUV, traveling southeast and making a right turn, struck the pedestrian with its right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and remained conscious after the collision. The report does not specify contributing factors related to the driver, but the impact location and vehicle movement indicate the driver failed to avoid the pedestrian while turning. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were listed. The vehicle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel.
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SUV Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 16 - A bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a 2017 SUV struck him from behind on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe lane changing and following too closely by the SUV driver, according to the police report.
At 14:09 on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn, a 2017 Toyota SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling eastbound, according to the police report. The impact occurred at the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 50-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The police report cites the SUV driver's errors as 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Following Too Closely,' indicating failure to maintain safe distance and improper lane maneuvers. The bicyclist was not listed as contributing to the crash by any factor. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in close following and lane changes on city streets.
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E-Bike Rider Suffers Hip Laceration on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 12 - A 41-year-old man riding east on an e-bike tore open his hip near East 40th Street. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright as streetlights flickered. The night continued. The crash left him injured and unlicensed, the danger undiminished.
A 41-year-old man was injured while riding an e-bike eastbound on Clarkson Avenue near East 40th Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the rider was unlicensed and suffered severe lacerations to his hip and upper leg. 'His hip split open. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright. The streetlights flickered. The night did not stop,' the narrative reads. No other vehicles or persons were listed as involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or contributing factors beyond the rider's unlicensed status. There is no mention of helmet use or other victim behavior as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Motorcycle Slams Sedan’s Rear on Linden Boulevard▸Oct 9 - A motorcycle struck a sedan’s left rear in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, 26, suffered knee and leg abrasions. Police cite unsafe speed and other vehicular errors as causes. Metal and flesh met hard on Linden Boulevard.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north collided with the left rear quarter panel of a westbound sedan on Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn at 18:27. The sedan’s 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, pointing to driver errors. The motorcycle operator held only a learner’s permit. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the sedan’s left rear and the motorcycle’s front. The sedan driver was not cited for any contributing behavior. The crash underscores the dangers posed by speeding and other vehicular errors in city traffic.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Clarendon Road▸Oct 8 - A collision between an eastbound SUV and a westbound sedan making a U-turn on Clarendon Road injured a rear-seat passenger. The impact struck the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel, causing head injury and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on Clarendon Road involving a 2020 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2019 Toyota sedan making a U-turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. A 33-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger position of the SUV sustained a head injury and was in shock, with complaints of pain or nausea. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper yielding during turning maneuvers.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another on Utica Avenue▸Oct 5 - A distracted driver rear-ended a stopped sedan on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Three occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all wearing lap belts. The crash exposed the dangers of driver inattention on busy city streets late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:55 PM on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2017 Nissan sedan, traveling north and going straight ahead, struck the center back end of a stopped 2023 Porsche sedan. The contributing factor cited was driver inattention/distraction. The Nissan driver, a licensed female from Georgia, caused the collision by failing to notice the stopped vehicle ahead. The Porsche had two occupants: a 38-year-old male driver and a 7-year-old female passenger, both wearing lap belts and injured with back pain and shock. The Nissan driver, a 31-year-old female, also wearing a lap belt, suffered neck injury and shock. None of the occupants were ejected, and no other contributing factors were specified. The crash highlights the systemic danger posed by distracted driving in urban traffic conditions.
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Distracted Drivers Crash Sedans on Albany Avenue▸Oct 5 - Two sedans smashed together on Albany Avenue. A driver and a passenger left bruised and shaken. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction. Metal bent. Flesh bruised. Brooklyn streets stay dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 3:50 PM on Albany Avenue at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash injured a 28-year-old male driver and a 39-year-old female passenger. Both suffered contusions and bruises to the arm and face but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause for both vehicles. One driver held only a permit, the other a full license. The KIA struck with its center front end; the Toyota was hit at the right side doors. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver distraction as the key factor in this collision.
Oct 27 - A sedan turns left at midnight, steel collides with flesh. A young moped rider is thrown, bleeding, onto Utica Avenue. The car’s bumper bends. The street holds the violence. The night stays silent, the wound remains.
At the corner of Utica Avenue and Tilden Avenue in Brooklyn, a sedan making a left turn collided with a northbound moped, according to the police report. The crash occurred at midnight. The moped rider, a 25-year-old man, was ejected and landed on the street with severe lacerations, described as 'flesh torn' and 'bleeding' in the narrative. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, underscoring the sedan driver's error in the collision. The moped rider was conscious at the scene. The report also notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this detail appears after the primary driver error. The sedan’s right front bumper was damaged. The violence of the impact and the injury to the vulnerable road user are clear in the official account.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 17 - A 63-year-old man suffered abrasions and arm injuries after an SUV made a right turn and struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The vehicle's right front quarter panel was damaged in the impact.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Clarkson Avenue at an intersection with the crossing signal. The collision occurred at 14:22 when a Ford SUV, traveling southeast and making a right turn, struck the pedestrian with its right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and remained conscious after the collision. The report does not specify contributing factors related to the driver, but the impact location and vehicle movement indicate the driver failed to avoid the pedestrian while turning. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were listed. The vehicle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel.
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SUV Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 16 - A bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a 2017 SUV struck him from behind on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe lane changing and following too closely by the SUV driver, according to the police report.
At 14:09 on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn, a 2017 Toyota SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling eastbound, according to the police report. The impact occurred at the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 50-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The police report cites the SUV driver's errors as 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Following Too Closely,' indicating failure to maintain safe distance and improper lane maneuvers. The bicyclist was not listed as contributing to the crash by any factor. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in close following and lane changes on city streets.
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E-Bike Rider Suffers Hip Laceration on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 12 - A 41-year-old man riding east on an e-bike tore open his hip near East 40th Street. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright as streetlights flickered. The night continued. The crash left him injured and unlicensed, the danger undiminished.
A 41-year-old man was injured while riding an e-bike eastbound on Clarkson Avenue near East 40th Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the rider was unlicensed and suffered severe lacerations to his hip and upper leg. 'His hip split open. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright. The streetlights flickered. The night did not stop,' the narrative reads. No other vehicles or persons were listed as involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or contributing factors beyond the rider's unlicensed status. There is no mention of helmet use or other victim behavior as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Motorcycle Slams Sedan’s Rear on Linden Boulevard▸Oct 9 - A motorcycle struck a sedan’s left rear in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, 26, suffered knee and leg abrasions. Police cite unsafe speed and other vehicular errors as causes. Metal and flesh met hard on Linden Boulevard.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north collided with the left rear quarter panel of a westbound sedan on Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn at 18:27. The sedan’s 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, pointing to driver errors. The motorcycle operator held only a learner’s permit. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the sedan’s left rear and the motorcycle’s front. The sedan driver was not cited for any contributing behavior. The crash underscores the dangers posed by speeding and other vehicular errors in city traffic.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Clarendon Road▸Oct 8 - A collision between an eastbound SUV and a westbound sedan making a U-turn on Clarendon Road injured a rear-seat passenger. The impact struck the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel, causing head injury and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on Clarendon Road involving a 2020 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2019 Toyota sedan making a U-turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. A 33-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger position of the SUV sustained a head injury and was in shock, with complaints of pain or nausea. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper yielding during turning maneuvers.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another on Utica Avenue▸Oct 5 - A distracted driver rear-ended a stopped sedan on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Three occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all wearing lap belts. The crash exposed the dangers of driver inattention on busy city streets late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:55 PM on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2017 Nissan sedan, traveling north and going straight ahead, struck the center back end of a stopped 2023 Porsche sedan. The contributing factor cited was driver inattention/distraction. The Nissan driver, a licensed female from Georgia, caused the collision by failing to notice the stopped vehicle ahead. The Porsche had two occupants: a 38-year-old male driver and a 7-year-old female passenger, both wearing lap belts and injured with back pain and shock. The Nissan driver, a 31-year-old female, also wearing a lap belt, suffered neck injury and shock. None of the occupants were ejected, and no other contributing factors were specified. The crash highlights the systemic danger posed by distracted driving in urban traffic conditions.
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Distracted Drivers Crash Sedans on Albany Avenue▸Oct 5 - Two sedans smashed together on Albany Avenue. A driver and a passenger left bruised and shaken. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction. Metal bent. Flesh bruised. Brooklyn streets stay dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 3:50 PM on Albany Avenue at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash injured a 28-year-old male driver and a 39-year-old female passenger. Both suffered contusions and bruises to the arm and face but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause for both vehicles. One driver held only a permit, the other a full license. The KIA struck with its center front end; the Toyota was hit at the right side doors. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver distraction as the key factor in this collision.
Oct 17 - A 63-year-old man suffered abrasions and arm injuries after an SUV made a right turn and struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The vehicle's right front quarter panel was damaged in the impact.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Clarkson Avenue at an intersection with the crossing signal. The collision occurred at 14:22 when a Ford SUV, traveling southeast and making a right turn, struck the pedestrian with its right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and remained conscious after the collision. The report does not specify contributing factors related to the driver, but the impact location and vehicle movement indicate the driver failed to avoid the pedestrian while turning. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were listed. The vehicle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel.
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SUV Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 16 - A bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a 2017 SUV struck him from behind on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe lane changing and following too closely by the SUV driver, according to the police report.
At 14:09 on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn, a 2017 Toyota SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling eastbound, according to the police report. The impact occurred at the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 50-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The police report cites the SUV driver's errors as 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Following Too Closely,' indicating failure to maintain safe distance and improper lane maneuvers. The bicyclist was not listed as contributing to the crash by any factor. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in close following and lane changes on city streets.
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E-Bike Rider Suffers Hip Laceration on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 12 - A 41-year-old man riding east on an e-bike tore open his hip near East 40th Street. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright as streetlights flickered. The night continued. The crash left him injured and unlicensed, the danger undiminished.
A 41-year-old man was injured while riding an e-bike eastbound on Clarkson Avenue near East 40th Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the rider was unlicensed and suffered severe lacerations to his hip and upper leg. 'His hip split open. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright. The streetlights flickered. The night did not stop,' the narrative reads. No other vehicles or persons were listed as involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or contributing factors beyond the rider's unlicensed status. There is no mention of helmet use or other victim behavior as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Motorcycle Slams Sedan’s Rear on Linden Boulevard▸Oct 9 - A motorcycle struck a sedan’s left rear in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, 26, suffered knee and leg abrasions. Police cite unsafe speed and other vehicular errors as causes. Metal and flesh met hard on Linden Boulevard.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north collided with the left rear quarter panel of a westbound sedan on Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn at 18:27. The sedan’s 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, pointing to driver errors. The motorcycle operator held only a learner’s permit. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the sedan’s left rear and the motorcycle’s front. The sedan driver was not cited for any contributing behavior. The crash underscores the dangers posed by speeding and other vehicular errors in city traffic.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Clarendon Road▸Oct 8 - A collision between an eastbound SUV and a westbound sedan making a U-turn on Clarendon Road injured a rear-seat passenger. The impact struck the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel, causing head injury and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on Clarendon Road involving a 2020 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2019 Toyota sedan making a U-turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. A 33-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger position of the SUV sustained a head injury and was in shock, with complaints of pain or nausea. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper yielding during turning maneuvers.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another on Utica Avenue▸Oct 5 - A distracted driver rear-ended a stopped sedan on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Three occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all wearing lap belts. The crash exposed the dangers of driver inattention on busy city streets late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:55 PM on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2017 Nissan sedan, traveling north and going straight ahead, struck the center back end of a stopped 2023 Porsche sedan. The contributing factor cited was driver inattention/distraction. The Nissan driver, a licensed female from Georgia, caused the collision by failing to notice the stopped vehicle ahead. The Porsche had two occupants: a 38-year-old male driver and a 7-year-old female passenger, both wearing lap belts and injured with back pain and shock. The Nissan driver, a 31-year-old female, also wearing a lap belt, suffered neck injury and shock. None of the occupants were ejected, and no other contributing factors were specified. The crash highlights the systemic danger posed by distracted driving in urban traffic conditions.
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Distracted Drivers Crash Sedans on Albany Avenue▸Oct 5 - Two sedans smashed together on Albany Avenue. A driver and a passenger left bruised and shaken. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction. Metal bent. Flesh bruised. Brooklyn streets stay dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 3:50 PM on Albany Avenue at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash injured a 28-year-old male driver and a 39-year-old female passenger. Both suffered contusions and bruises to the arm and face but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause for both vehicles. One driver held only a permit, the other a full license. The KIA struck with its center front end; the Toyota was hit at the right side doors. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver distraction as the key factor in this collision.
Oct 16 - A bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a 2017 SUV struck him from behind on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe lane changing and following too closely by the SUV driver, according to the police report.
At 14:09 on Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn, a 2017 Toyota SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling eastbound, according to the police report. The impact occurred at the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 50-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The police report cites the SUV driver's errors as 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Following Too Closely,' indicating failure to maintain safe distance and improper lane maneuvers. The bicyclist was not listed as contributing to the crash by any factor. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in close following and lane changes on city streets.
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E-Bike Rider Suffers Hip Laceration on Clarkson Avenue▸Oct 12 - A 41-year-old man riding east on an e-bike tore open his hip near East 40th Street. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright as streetlights flickered. The night continued. The crash left him injured and unlicensed, the danger undiminished.
A 41-year-old man was injured while riding an e-bike eastbound on Clarkson Avenue near East 40th Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the rider was unlicensed and suffered severe lacerations to his hip and upper leg. 'His hip split open. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright. The streetlights flickered. The night did not stop,' the narrative reads. No other vehicles or persons were listed as involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or contributing factors beyond the rider's unlicensed status. There is no mention of helmet use or other victim behavior as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Motorcycle Slams Sedan’s Rear on Linden Boulevard▸Oct 9 - A motorcycle struck a sedan’s left rear in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, 26, suffered knee and leg abrasions. Police cite unsafe speed and other vehicular errors as causes. Metal and flesh met hard on Linden Boulevard.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north collided with the left rear quarter panel of a westbound sedan on Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn at 18:27. The sedan’s 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, pointing to driver errors. The motorcycle operator held only a learner’s permit. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the sedan’s left rear and the motorcycle’s front. The sedan driver was not cited for any contributing behavior. The crash underscores the dangers posed by speeding and other vehicular errors in city traffic.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Clarendon Road▸Oct 8 - A collision between an eastbound SUV and a westbound sedan making a U-turn on Clarendon Road injured a rear-seat passenger. The impact struck the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel, causing head injury and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on Clarendon Road involving a 2020 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2019 Toyota sedan making a U-turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. A 33-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger position of the SUV sustained a head injury and was in shock, with complaints of pain or nausea. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper yielding during turning maneuvers.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another on Utica Avenue▸Oct 5 - A distracted driver rear-ended a stopped sedan on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Three occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all wearing lap belts. The crash exposed the dangers of driver inattention on busy city streets late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:55 PM on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2017 Nissan sedan, traveling north and going straight ahead, struck the center back end of a stopped 2023 Porsche sedan. The contributing factor cited was driver inattention/distraction. The Nissan driver, a licensed female from Georgia, caused the collision by failing to notice the stopped vehicle ahead. The Porsche had two occupants: a 38-year-old male driver and a 7-year-old female passenger, both wearing lap belts and injured with back pain and shock. The Nissan driver, a 31-year-old female, also wearing a lap belt, suffered neck injury and shock. None of the occupants were ejected, and no other contributing factors were specified. The crash highlights the systemic danger posed by distracted driving in urban traffic conditions.
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Distracted Drivers Crash Sedans on Albany Avenue▸Oct 5 - Two sedans smashed together on Albany Avenue. A driver and a passenger left bruised and shaken. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction. Metal bent. Flesh bruised. Brooklyn streets stay dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 3:50 PM on Albany Avenue at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash injured a 28-year-old male driver and a 39-year-old female passenger. Both suffered contusions and bruises to the arm and face but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause for both vehicles. One driver held only a permit, the other a full license. The KIA struck with its center front end; the Toyota was hit at the right side doors. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver distraction as the key factor in this collision.
Oct 12 - A 41-year-old man riding east on an e-bike tore open his hip near East 40th Street. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright as streetlights flickered. The night continued. The crash left him injured and unlicensed, the danger undiminished.
A 41-year-old man was injured while riding an e-bike eastbound on Clarkson Avenue near East 40th Street in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report states the rider was unlicensed and suffered severe lacerations to his hip and upper leg. 'His hip split open. Blood soaked his leg. He stayed upright. The streetlights flickered. The night did not stop,' the narrative reads. No other vehicles or persons were listed as involved. The police report does not cite any driver errors or contributing factors beyond the rider's unlicensed status. There is no mention of helmet use or other victim behavior as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Motorcycle Slams Sedan’s Rear on Linden Boulevard▸Oct 9 - A motorcycle struck a sedan’s left rear in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, 26, suffered knee and leg abrasions. Police cite unsafe speed and other vehicular errors as causes. Metal and flesh met hard on Linden Boulevard.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north collided with the left rear quarter panel of a westbound sedan on Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn at 18:27. The sedan’s 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, pointing to driver errors. The motorcycle operator held only a learner’s permit. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the sedan’s left rear and the motorcycle’s front. The sedan driver was not cited for any contributing behavior. The crash underscores the dangers posed by speeding and other vehicular errors in city traffic.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Clarendon Road▸Oct 8 - A collision between an eastbound SUV and a westbound sedan making a U-turn on Clarendon Road injured a rear-seat passenger. The impact struck the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel, causing head injury and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on Clarendon Road involving a 2020 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2019 Toyota sedan making a U-turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. A 33-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger position of the SUV sustained a head injury and was in shock, with complaints of pain or nausea. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper yielding during turning maneuvers.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another on Utica Avenue▸Oct 5 - A distracted driver rear-ended a stopped sedan on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Three occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all wearing lap belts. The crash exposed the dangers of driver inattention on busy city streets late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:55 PM on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2017 Nissan sedan, traveling north and going straight ahead, struck the center back end of a stopped 2023 Porsche sedan. The contributing factor cited was driver inattention/distraction. The Nissan driver, a licensed female from Georgia, caused the collision by failing to notice the stopped vehicle ahead. The Porsche had two occupants: a 38-year-old male driver and a 7-year-old female passenger, both wearing lap belts and injured with back pain and shock. The Nissan driver, a 31-year-old female, also wearing a lap belt, suffered neck injury and shock. None of the occupants were ejected, and no other contributing factors were specified. The crash highlights the systemic danger posed by distracted driving in urban traffic conditions.
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Distracted Drivers Crash Sedans on Albany Avenue▸Oct 5 - Two sedans smashed together on Albany Avenue. A driver and a passenger left bruised and shaken. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction. Metal bent. Flesh bruised. Brooklyn streets stay dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 3:50 PM on Albany Avenue at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash injured a 28-year-old male driver and a 39-year-old female passenger. Both suffered contusions and bruises to the arm and face but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause for both vehicles. One driver held only a permit, the other a full license. The KIA struck with its center front end; the Toyota was hit at the right side doors. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver distraction as the key factor in this collision.
Oct 9 - A motorcycle struck a sedan’s left rear in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, 26, suffered knee and leg abrasions. Police cite unsafe speed and other vehicular errors as causes. Metal and flesh met hard on Linden Boulevard.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north collided with the left rear quarter panel of a westbound sedan on Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn at 18:27. The sedan’s 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, pointing to driver errors. The motorcycle operator held only a learner’s permit. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the sedan’s left rear and the motorcycle’s front. The sedan driver was not cited for any contributing behavior. The crash underscores the dangers posed by speeding and other vehicular errors in city traffic.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Clarendon Road▸Oct 8 - A collision between an eastbound SUV and a westbound sedan making a U-turn on Clarendon Road injured a rear-seat passenger. The impact struck the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel, causing head injury and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on Clarendon Road involving a 2020 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2019 Toyota sedan making a U-turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. A 33-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger position of the SUV sustained a head injury and was in shock, with complaints of pain or nausea. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper yielding during turning maneuvers.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another on Utica Avenue▸Oct 5 - A distracted driver rear-ended a stopped sedan on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Three occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all wearing lap belts. The crash exposed the dangers of driver inattention on busy city streets late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:55 PM on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2017 Nissan sedan, traveling north and going straight ahead, struck the center back end of a stopped 2023 Porsche sedan. The contributing factor cited was driver inattention/distraction. The Nissan driver, a licensed female from Georgia, caused the collision by failing to notice the stopped vehicle ahead. The Porsche had two occupants: a 38-year-old male driver and a 7-year-old female passenger, both wearing lap belts and injured with back pain and shock. The Nissan driver, a 31-year-old female, also wearing a lap belt, suffered neck injury and shock. None of the occupants were ejected, and no other contributing factors were specified. The crash highlights the systemic danger posed by distracted driving in urban traffic conditions.
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Distracted Drivers Crash Sedans on Albany Avenue▸Oct 5 - Two sedans smashed together on Albany Avenue. A driver and a passenger left bruised and shaken. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction. Metal bent. Flesh bruised. Brooklyn streets stay dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 3:50 PM on Albany Avenue at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash injured a 28-year-old male driver and a 39-year-old female passenger. Both suffered contusions and bruises to the arm and face but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause for both vehicles. One driver held only a permit, the other a full license. The KIA struck with its center front end; the Toyota was hit at the right side doors. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver distraction as the key factor in this collision.
Oct 8 - A collision between an eastbound SUV and a westbound sedan making a U-turn on Clarendon Road injured a rear-seat passenger. The impact struck the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel, causing head injury and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on Clarendon Road involving a 2020 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2019 Toyota sedan making a U-turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. A 33-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger position of the SUV sustained a head injury and was in shock, with complaints of pain or nausea. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper yielding during turning maneuvers.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Another on Utica Avenue▸Oct 5 - A distracted driver rear-ended a stopped sedan on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Three occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all wearing lap belts. The crash exposed the dangers of driver inattention on busy city streets late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:55 PM on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2017 Nissan sedan, traveling north and going straight ahead, struck the center back end of a stopped 2023 Porsche sedan. The contributing factor cited was driver inattention/distraction. The Nissan driver, a licensed female from Georgia, caused the collision by failing to notice the stopped vehicle ahead. The Porsche had two occupants: a 38-year-old male driver and a 7-year-old female passenger, both wearing lap belts and injured with back pain and shock. The Nissan driver, a 31-year-old female, also wearing a lap belt, suffered neck injury and shock. None of the occupants were ejected, and no other contributing factors were specified. The crash highlights the systemic danger posed by distracted driving in urban traffic conditions.
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Distracted Drivers Crash Sedans on Albany Avenue▸Oct 5 - Two sedans smashed together on Albany Avenue. A driver and a passenger left bruised and shaken. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction. Metal bent. Flesh bruised. Brooklyn streets stay dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 3:50 PM on Albany Avenue at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash injured a 28-year-old male driver and a 39-year-old female passenger. Both suffered contusions and bruises to the arm and face but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause for both vehicles. One driver held only a permit, the other a full license. The KIA struck with its center front end; the Toyota was hit at the right side doors. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver distraction as the key factor in this collision.
Oct 5 - A distracted driver rear-ended a stopped sedan on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Three occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all wearing lap belts. The crash exposed the dangers of driver inattention on busy city streets late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:55 PM on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2017 Nissan sedan, traveling north and going straight ahead, struck the center back end of a stopped 2023 Porsche sedan. The contributing factor cited was driver inattention/distraction. The Nissan driver, a licensed female from Georgia, caused the collision by failing to notice the stopped vehicle ahead. The Porsche had two occupants: a 38-year-old male driver and a 7-year-old female passenger, both wearing lap belts and injured with back pain and shock. The Nissan driver, a 31-year-old female, also wearing a lap belt, suffered neck injury and shock. None of the occupants were ejected, and no other contributing factors were specified. The crash highlights the systemic danger posed by distracted driving in urban traffic conditions.
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Distracted Drivers Crash Sedans on Albany Avenue▸Oct 5 - Two sedans smashed together on Albany Avenue. A driver and a passenger left bruised and shaken. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction. Metal bent. Flesh bruised. Brooklyn streets stay dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 3:50 PM on Albany Avenue at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash injured a 28-year-old male driver and a 39-year-old female passenger. Both suffered contusions and bruises to the arm and face but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause for both vehicles. One driver held only a permit, the other a full license. The KIA struck with its center front end; the Toyota was hit at the right side doors. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver distraction as the key factor in this collision.
Oct 5 - Two sedans smashed together on Albany Avenue. A driver and a passenger left bruised and shaken. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction. Metal bent. Flesh bruised. Brooklyn streets stay dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 3:50 PM on Albany Avenue at Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash injured a 28-year-old male driver and a 39-year-old female passenger. Both suffered contusions and bruises to the arm and face but remained conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause for both vehicles. One driver held only a permit, the other a full license. The KIA struck with its center front end; the Toyota was hit at the right side doors. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver distraction as the key factor in this collision.