Flatlands Gets Hit Again. The Corners Don’t Forget.

• Brooklyn cop killed in hit-run recalled as ‘top of his class’ both at NYPD and in life, NY Daily News, Published 2025-09-03

Aug 18 - A driver turned left at Flatlands Avenue and hit a 28-year-old woman at the intersection. She suffered head injuries and severe lacerations and was conscious at the scene.

A driver of a 2020 Honda sedan made a left turn at 3831 Flatlands Avenue and struck a 28-year-old woman at the intersection. She suffered head injuries and severe lacerations and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the primary contributing factor was "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded the driver action as making a left turn and listed failure to yield by the driver. The report also lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion," but it appears after the drivers failure to yield in the recorded contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4836117 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17

Aug 14 - Council introduces Int 1347-2025 to curb rogue commuter vans. TLC, NYPD, and DOT must keep a safety checklist. Officers who spot an unlicensed van stack every charge and levy max fines. A push to shield riders and people on the street.

Int 1347-2025 is in Committee. It sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction and referral on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title reads, “A Local Law … in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist of laws on vehicle and driver licensure, service authorization, insurance, and inspections. When an officer stops an unlicensed van, they must review the list and issue the maximum penalty for each violation. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams is joined by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis. The aim is to protect riders and bystanders from unlicensed operators who skip the rules.

• File Int 1347-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14

Aug 14 - Sets a 60-day clock for DOT to install traffic calming or control on streets by schools once a study says yes. Exempts major projects. Students walk there. Delay leaves them in the path of cars.

Int 1353-2025 was introduced on August 14, 2025. Referred that day to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Status: in committee. It orders DOT to install any traffic calming or control device next to a school within 60 days of a study. Major transportation projects are exempt. The bill says: “the department shall complete the installation… by no later than 60 days.” Sponsors: Council Members Jennifer Gutiérrez, Farah N. Louis, and Lincoln Restler. Louis is the primary sponsor. The focus is school frontage, where children and caregivers move on foot.

• File Int 1353-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14

Aug 14 - Int 1353-2025 forces DOT to move fast near schools. When a traffic study finds a calming or control device is needed, installation must finish within 60 days. The bill was referred to the Transportation and Infrastructure committee on Aug. 14, 2025.

Int. No. 1353 (status: Committee) was introduced and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on Aug. 14, 2025 (agenda and first vote listed Aug. 14, 2025). The matter is titled: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the time permitted for the installation of a traffic calming device or traffic control device on any street adjacent to a school." It was introduced by Council Member Jennifer Gutiérrez and cosponsored by Tiffany Cabán, Lincoln Restler and Farah N. Louis. The bill would "complete the installation... by no later than 60 days after the department issues such traffic study determination." It takes effect immediately.

• File Int 1353-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14

Aug 14 - Council moves to hit rogue vans hard. A checklist. Max fines for each breach. TLC, NYPD, DOT must act together. Crack down on illegal operators who imperil riders and people on the street. The bill sits in committee.

Int 1347-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to keep a compliance checklist. When officers stop an unlicensed van, they must check every rule and issue the maximum fine for each breach. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. Status: Committee. If enacted, it takes effect 120 days later. It targets illegal operators who put riders and bystanders at risk.

• File Int 1347-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14

Aug 14 - Council introduces Int 1347-2025 to curb rogue commuter vans. TLC, NYPD, and DOT must keep a safety checklist. Officers who spot an unlicensed van stack every charge and levy max fines. A push to shield riders and people on the street.

Int 1347-2025 is in Committee. It sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction and referral on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title reads, “A Local Law … in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist of laws on vehicle and driver licensure, service authorization, insurance, and inspections. When an officer stops an unlicensed van, they must review the list and issue the maximum penalty for each violation. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams is joined by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis. The aim is to protect riders and bystanders from unlicensed operators who skip the rules.

• File Int 1347-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14

Aug 13 - A westbound sedan turned left on Avenue I and struck three pedestrians outside a crosswalk. A mother, a toddler, and a man were hurt. The car’s nose took them down. Distraction and a blown yield. Brooklyn pavement got their blood.

Three pedestrians were struck by a westbound 2020 Acura sedan turning left from Avenue I at E 38 St in Brooklyn. A 27-year-old woman, a 2-year-old boy, and a male pedestrian suffered injuries. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Driver Inattention/Distraction” and “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The vehicle’s point of impact was the center front end, and the pedestrians were crossing outside an intersection. The driver was licensed and alone in the car. The listed driver errors—distraction and failure to yield—preceded the impact. No pedestrian equipment factors were cited.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4836114 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17

Aug 10 - A driver in an SUV, south on Utica, hit an eight-year-old at Avenue H. The boy suffered a lower-leg abrasion. Night in Brooklyn. Police recorded no driver errors.

An eight-year-old boy was hurt when the driver of a 2008 SUV, traveling south on Utica Avenue, hit him at Avenue H. According to the police report, the boy was "playing in the roadway" at the intersection and sustained an abrasion to his lower leg. The driver was going straight, and impact and damage were recorded at the center front end. Police recorded no specific driver errors and no contributing factors for the driver. The driver, a 30-year-old man, was licensed and not injured. The child was conscious after the crash. The location is in Brooklyn’s 63rd Precinct.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4834281 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17

Aug 10 - A driver in a sedan hit a stopped motorcycle on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The 19‑year‑old motorcyclist suffered a shoulder contusion. Police listed contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'

A driver in a sedan struck a stopped motorcycle on Utica Avenue at Avenue N in Brooklyn. A 19-year-old male motorcyclist was injured and complained of a shoulder contusion. "According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north. The sedan struck with its left front bumper while the motorcycle was stopped in traffic." The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified' and names no driver errors. Both vehicles sustained damage. No other injuries or factors are recorded in the police data.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4834282 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17

Aug 5 - Driver in an SUV backed on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn and hit a woman who was not in the roadway. She suffered an arm abrasion. Police cite driver distraction.

On Utica Avenue at 1615 in Brooklyn, a driver in a 2018 SUV was backing and hit a female pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The driver hit her with the rear of the SUV. She suffered an abrasion to her arm and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. Police recorded driver inattention by the driver while backing. The driver held a valid New York license. No vehicle damage was noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4833172 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17

Aug 3 - A man crossed Broadway. A driver hit him. The driver sped off. The man died on the street. Police hunt for the vehicle, possibly a garbage truck. The city’s roads claim another life.

NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports a 47-year-old pedestrian was killed crossing Broadway at Suydam St. in Brooklyn. The driver, possibly operating a garbage truck, left the scene. Police said, "A driver struck and killed a 47-year-old pedestrian... then left the scene." The victim died before help arrived. The driver’s failure to remain highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the persistent issue of hit-and-runs in New York City.

• Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-03

Jul 26 - A 16-year-old male moped driver crashed at Brooklyn Avenue and Avenue H. He was semiconscious with a fractured pelvis. The moped was demolished. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.

A 16-year-old male riding a 2025 Fly Wing moped crashed at Brooklyn Avenue and Avenue H and was badly hurt. According to the police report, the teen suffered a fractured pelvis and was semiconscious at the scene. The moped was demolished. Police recorded contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' One occupant—the rider—was listed injured; no other people were reported hurt. An additional vehicle was recorded with no damage. The record lists safety equipment as unknown and gives no other driver actions or contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4831691 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17

Jul 25 - The driver of a sedan turned left into a motorcycle at E 59 St and Flatlands Ave. The 35-year-old rider suffered a leg injury and abrasions. Police listed contributing factors as "Unspecified."

A sedan turning left collided with a motorcycle at E 59 St and Flatlands Ave. The motorcycle rider, a 35-year-old man, was injured in the knee and lower leg and complained of abrasions. According to the police report, "the sedan was making a left turn while the motorcycle was going straight." Police listed contributing factors as "Unspecified." The sedan driver was licensed; the motorcycle rider was licensed. The sedan sustained right front bumper damage; the motorcycle had center front-end damage. The report records the rider as injured and lists no other victims.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830959 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17

Jul 24 - A distracted driver rear-ended another sedan on Utica Avenue at Avenue N in Brooklyn. Three people were injured: a passenger with head trauma and two drivers with back and arm injuries. Police cited driver inattention.

Two sedans traveling north on Utica Avenue collided when one driver rear-ended the other. A 47-year-old female passenger suffered head injuries and reported crush injuries. The two drivers, a 54-year-old man and a 59-year-old man, were injured — listed with back and arm injuries. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was listed as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were recorded as going straight ahead. Police recorded point of impact as center front on one vehicle and center back on the other. The report lists the drivers as licensed; no other contributing factors are specified.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830057 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17

Jul 23 - A driver in an SUV ignored traffic control and struck a 43-year-old man on a GOTRAX G4 e-scooter at Flatbush Ave and Avenue J. The rider suffered a fractured arm and lower-arm injuries. Police recorded traffic-control disregard.

A driver in an SUV disregarded traffic control and struck a 43-year-old man riding a GOTRAX G4 e-scooter at Flatbush Avenue and Avenue J in Brooklyn. The rider was injured, with a reported fracture to his elbow/lower arm and a dislocation. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was the contributing factor. The e-scooter was traveling north; the SUV was traveling west. The e-scooter sustained roof damage; police recorded no damage to the SUV. The e-scooter operator’s permit status is noted in the report. No other injuries were reported.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4831022 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17

Jul 23 - The driver of an SUV hit a 28-year-old woman in a marked crosswalk on Avenue O. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. Police recorded driver inattention and distraction at the scene.

The driver of an SUV hit a 28-year-old woman as she crossed Avenue O at E 53rd Street in Brooklyn. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was reported in shock. "According to the police report ..." the driver was inattentive and distracted. Police listed "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. The vehicle was traveling south, going straight ahead, and struck the pedestrian with its center front end. The driver was licensed in New York and the vehicle had one occupant. No other contributing factors are cited in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829705 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17

Jul 18 - Two SUVs smashed on Avenue J. Driver distraction listed. A woman and a young passenger suffered injuries. Metal twisted. Shock followed. Streets stayed dangerous.

Two station wagons collided at Avenue J and East 57th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted. A 42-year-old woman driving one SUV and a 20-year-old woman riding as a front passenger were injured. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The crash left metal bent and people in shock. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The toll fell on those inside the cars, with distraction behind the wheel called out by police.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829250 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17

Jul 17 - Two men died crossing Third Avenue. A driver sped through a red. The city knew the danger. The mayor stalled safety plans. The street stays deadly. The toll mounts. The fix waits.

Streetsblog NYC (2025-07-17) reports Mayor Adams delayed a redesign of Brooklyn's Third Avenue, long known as hazardous. Last week, a speeding driver ran a red light, killing two pedestrians. The article quotes Adams, who once called Third Avenue 'extremely intimidating' and said it 'must be at the top of our list.' Despite this, his administration 'put the brakes on a potentially life-saving road redesign,' favoring business interests. Attorney Peter Beadle notes, 'they had a plan ready to go and then it was pulled back.' The city could face legal action for failing to act despite knowing the risks, echoing a 2017 state court ruling on municipal liability.

• Mayor Delays Third Avenue Safety Redesign, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-17

Jul 16 - A driver spun out in a Brooklyn lot. The car struck a woman on the curb. She died at the hospital. Police charged the driver with negligent homicide. The lot was left scarred. The city mourns another loss.

According to the New York Post (2025-07-16), Zachary Cando, 24, was 'doing the dangerous spinning trick' known as donuts in a Gateway Center parking lot when he lost control and hit Madisyn Ruiz, 21, who was sitting nearby. Ruiz died after being rushed to the hospital. Police charged Cando with criminally negligent homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving. The article notes the car was 'badly dented in the front.' The crash highlights the risks of reckless driving in public spaces and the need for stronger deterrents in parking lots.

• Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts, New York Post, Published 2025-07-16