Crashes Keep Rising. East Flatbush Bleeds. City Waits.

Jun 18 - A 70-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing East 98 Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was incoherent and injured. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash happened at an intersection with no signal or crosswalk use noted.

According to the police report, a 70-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2015 Honda SUV traveling south on East 98 Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing the street at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian and no driver errors or violations. The SUV had no visible damage and was driven by a licensed male driver from Pennsylvania. The pedestrian was incoherent after the crash and suffered injuries of unknown severity. The report does not indicate any helmet use or signaling by the pedestrian.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4638673 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 17 - A 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured on East 98 Street in Brooklyn. An Audi SUV making a left turn struck the cyclist traveling south. The cyclist suffered pain and shock. The SUV's right front quarter panel hit the bike's center front end.

According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured when an Audi SUV, driven by a licensed female driver from Pennsylvania, made a left turn on East 98 Street in Brooklyn and collided with the cyclist traveling straight south. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist was not ejected but reported pain and nausea and was in shock. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the bicyclist but does not specify any driver errors. No helmet or signaling information was provided.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4638544 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 14 - A sedan struck an 11-year-old boy at an intersection on Montgomery Street. The child suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The driver was distracted and turned improperly. The impact hit the vehicle’s front center. The boy remained conscious.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Montgomery Street struck an 11-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child sustained contusions and an injury to his elbow, remaining conscious after the crash. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with improper turning by the driver. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its center front end. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The pedestrian’s actions are unknown. The driver’s errors—distraction and improper turning—directly contributed to the collision and injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4637852 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 11 - Two sedans crashed at Avenue A and East 93 Street in Brooklyn. Both vehicles were traveling straight when one failed to yield right-of-way. Two rear passengers suffered back and head injuries with whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained by seat belts.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Avenue A near East 93 Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved a 2011 Toyota traveling east and a 2022 Honda traveling north. The collision occurred due to a failure to yield right-of-way. Two female rear passengers, ages 59 and 60, were injured. Both suffered whiplash and injuries to the head and back. They were conscious and properly restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The vehicles sustained damage to the right front quarter panel and center front end. The drivers were going straight ahead before impact. No ejections occurred. The report lists failure to yield as the sole driver error contributing to the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4637042 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 9 - A 36-year-old man driving a sedan in Brooklyn suffered a head injury. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The crash caused internal injuries but did not eject him. The vehicle's front center was damaged in the collision.

According to the police report, a 36-year-old male driver was injured in a crash on Ditmas Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver suffered a head injury and internal complaints but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt. The sedan, registered in Pennsylvania, sustained damage to its center front end. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The driver was licensed in New York and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured or involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4637666 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

May 27 - A 61-year-old man on an unlicensed e-bike was ejected after a left-side collision on East 98 Street. He suffered abrasions and whole-body injuries. The crash involved a vehicle making a left turn. The driver was conscious but injured.

According to the police report, a 61-year-old male e-bike driver was injured and ejected from his vehicle after a collision on East 98 Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it was struck on the left side doors by a vehicle making a left turn. The driver was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the driver's unlicensed status. The injured man suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body and remained conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling factors were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4633699 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 22 - Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.

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

• File S 6808, Open States, Published 2023-05-22

May 21 - A sedan driver swerved on East New York Avenue. The car hit an object. The 24-year-old man behind the wheel suffered leg injuries and whiplash. Police cite reaction to another vehicle as the cause.

According to the police report, a 24-year-old man driving a 2019 Nissan sedan north on East New York Avenue struck an object with the right front bumper. The driver, the sole occupant, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, foot, and reported whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" as the contributing factor, indicating the crash resulted from the driver's response to another vehicle not directly involved in the collision. No other driver errors or contributing victim factors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4632570 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 19 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after colliding with a northbound sedan on Lenox Road in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered abrasions over his entire body. The sedan struck the bike’s left side doors, damaging its front center end.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Lenox Road collided with a bicyclist traveling west. The bicyclist, a 27-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions over his entire body. The sedan’s point of impact was the center front end, while the bike was struck on the left side doors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the bicyclist but does not specify driver errors for the sedan. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was also going straight ahead but unlicensed. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4631601 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 19 - A sedan hit a 27-year-old male bicyclist on Lenox Road in Brooklyn. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered facial abrasions. The driver was distracted. The bike and sedan collided head-on. The cyclist was conscious but injured.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Lenox Road collided with a bicyclist going west at the intersection near East 93 Street. The bicyclist, a 27-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions to his face. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan struck the bike with its left front bumper, causing damage to both vehicles. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified. The driver’s failure to maintain attention led directly to the collision and the cyclist’s injuries.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4631417 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 16 - Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.

Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.

• File S 775, Open States, Published 2023-05-16

May 15 - A 14-year-old girl was struck at an intersection in Brooklyn. The SUV hit her center front end. She suffered elbow and lower arm injuries with minor bleeding. The pedestrian was confused in the roadway. The driver was licensed and driving straight.

According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Willmohr Street in Brooklyn after being struck by a 2014 Chevrolet SUV traveling west. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center front end with no reported vehicle damage. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her elbow and lower arm, resulting in minor bleeding and shock. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The pedestrian's confusion in the roadway was identified as the primary contributing factor.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4629292 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 9 - A motorcycle hit a sedan turning left on East New York Avenue. The unlicensed, inexperienced rider crashed. His female passenger suffered bruises and leg injuries. The impact crushed bumpers. System failed to protect the vulnerable.

According to the police report, a 2022 JIAJUE motorcycle traveling east struck a 2009 sedan making a left turn southbound on East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed and inexperienced, which contributed to the crash. The collision damaged the motorcycle's center front end and the sedan's right front bumper. A 35-year-old female passenger on the motorcycle was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4627808 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 4 - A 57-year-old man was struck while crossing Church Avenue at Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn. He suffered back abrasions and remained conscious. The sedan involved was traveling southwest. No driver errors were listed in the report.

According to the police report, a 57-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Church Avenue at the intersection with Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when he was struck by a sedan traveling southwest. The pedestrian sustained back abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle involved was a Mazda sedan registered in Florida with one occupant. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The pedestrian’s injury severity was classified as moderate, with abrasions to the back.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4626566 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Apr 24 - A motorscooter driver struck a sedan making a left turn on East 98 Street. The 21-year-old scooter rider suffered knee, lower leg, and foot fractures. The sedan’s left front quarter panel was damaged. The rider was not ejected but was in shock.

According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn on East 98 Street in Brooklyn when it collided with a southbound motorscooter going straight ahead. The motorscooter driver, a 21-year-old male, sustained fractures to his knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock. The sedan’s left front quarter panel was damaged. The report lists the motorscooter driver’s contributing factors as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling east. No contributing factors were assigned to the sedan driver. The scooter rider was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The crash highlights the danger of turning vehicles colliding with straight-moving two-wheelers.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4623296 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Apr 22 - A BMW SUV struck a parked GMC SUV on Lenox Road in Brooklyn. The BMW driver was avoiding an object in the roadway before impact. The GMC driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained left-side damage.

According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling west on Lenox Road collided with a parked GMC SUV. The BMW driver was avoiding an object in the roadway before the crash. The GMC driver, a 48-year-old man wearing a lap belt, was injured with shoulder and upper arm trauma and complained of whiplash. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel of the GMC and the left front bumper of the BMW. The report lists the contributing factors for the injured driver as unspecified. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash caused significant damage to both vehicles on their left sides.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4623959 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19