Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Flatlands?
Flatlands Bleeds: Speed Kills, Leaders Sleep
Flatlands: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025
The Toll in Flatlands
Three dead. Twenty-six left with wounds that will not heal. In Flatlands, from 2022 to June 2025, the numbers do not lie. 1,281 people injured in 1,884 crashes. The dead: a 17-year-old boy, a 24-year-old woman, a 31-year-old man. Each struck down while walking. Each killed by a car or SUV. Each name lost to the street, each family left with silence.
Children are not spared. In the last year alone, 37 people under 18 were hurt. Two were left with injuries so severe they may never recover. The old are not spared. The strong are not spared. No one is spared.
The Machines That Kill
Cars and SUVs do the most harm. They killed all three pedestrians. They left dozens more with broken bones and worse. Sedans and SUVs are the constant. Trucks, motorcycles, bikes—they injure, but the deadliest wounds come from the biggest machines.
Leadership: Words, Not Enough
The city says it is acting. Speed cameras now run all day and night. The law lets the city lower speed limits to 20 mph. But in Flatlands, the blood keeps flowing. No local leader has stood in the street and said, ‘Enough.’ No council member has called for a citywide 20 mph limit here. No one has demanded more cameras, more redesigns, more protection for the old, the young, the walker, the rider.
What Comes Next
This is not fate. This is policy. Every crash is a choice made by someone in power. Every delay is a death sentence for someone you know. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand more cameras. Demand streets that do not bleed.
Do not wait for another child to die. Act now.
Citations
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District 41
3520 Nostrand Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11229
Room 324, 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
Flatlands Flatlands sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 63, District 45, AD 41, SD 21, Brooklyn CB18.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Flatlands
A 602Parker misses committee vote on bill boosting pedestrian and cyclist safety.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Williams votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
76-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸A 76-year-old man was struck while crossing East 51 Street in Brooklyn. The SUV was making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver showed no visible damage to the vehicle.
According to the police report, a 76-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on East 51 Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a 2019 Dodge SUV, driven by a licensed female driver, was making a left turn. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any driver errors such as failure to yield. The vehicle showed no damage, and the pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No safety equipment or signals were noted as factors.
Inattentive Driver Slams Parked Sedan on Utica▸Ford merged north on Utica. Struck parked sedan. Rear passenger hurt—face, whiplash. Driver inattention and speed listed. No safety gear. Brooklyn street, morning crash.
According to the police report, a Ford traveling north on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn merged and struck a parked sedan. The collision hit the Ford's left front bumper and the sedan's left rear. A 38-year-old man, seated in the left rear of the Ford, suffered facial injuries and whiplash. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as causes. The injured passenger was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. Both drivers were licensed. The crash occurred in Brooklyn's 46th council district.
Mercedes Narcisse Supports Student Safety Contest Promoting Walking▸DOT revives its student contest to push street safety and walking. Kids make PSAs. Winners get cash. Council Member Narcisse backs the move. The city wants young voices to remind drivers: streets are for people, not just cars.
On February 3, 2023, the Department of Transportation announced the return of the 'We're Walking Here' competition. This program, paused during the pandemic, targets K-12 students across New York City. The contest runs March 6-31, with students creating public-service announcements to promote walking and traffic safety. Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, representing District 46, voiced support: 'I am happy to support the NYC DOT's relaunch of their "We're Walking Here" campaign to raise awareness of our collective responsibility to eliminate all traffic deaths and serious injuries.' The contest partners with the 'Hip Hop 50' campaign, blending street safety with city culture. Winners receive prizes from The Safe Streets Fund. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez called students 'some of our most vulnerable pedestrians.' The program aims to put safety in the hands of those most at risk.
-
DOT brings back student competition that promotes health and street safety,
amny.com,
Published 2023-02-03
A 602Williams votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
2SUV Turns, Pickup Hits, Two Hurt on Flatbush▸SUV turned left. Pickup slammed straight. Two passengers injured. Driver inattention and unsafe speed fueled the crash. Metal bent. Lives shaken. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue collided with a pickup truck heading north. Two SUV passengers were hurt: a 2-year-old boy in the right rear seat suffered head injuries and whiplash, restrained by a child seat; a 40-year-old woman in the front was partially ejected and suffered neck injuries and whiplash, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention/distraction and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV’s left rear bumper and the truck’s right front bumper were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
A 1280Williams co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
-
File A 1280,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-13
S 840Parker votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
-
File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 840Parker votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
-
File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 100Parker co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Senate bill S 100 demands complete street design in state and federally funded projects. Lawmakers push for public guidance. Streets built for people, not just cars.
Senate bill S 100 was introduced on January 4, 2023, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force planners to consider all users—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish street design guidance. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 100,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
E-Bike Hits 8-Year-Old Boy on Flatbush Avenue▸An e-bike struck an 8-year-old boy on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and an arm injury. Police cited the e-bike rider for failing to yield right-of-way. The boy remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling south on Flatbush Avenue failed to yield right-of-way and collided with an 8-year-old pedestrian. The boy sustained a contusion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The e-bike showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected or critically harmed. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to pedestrians.
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Flatbush Avenue▸A 30-year-old man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Avenue K was hit. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, leg, and foot. No driver errors listed. The vehicle type was not specified.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was struck while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Avenue K, not at an intersection or crosswalk. He sustained serious injuries, including fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report does not specify the vehicle type or provide details about the driver. No contributing factors or driver errors were recorded in the data. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
Two Sedans Collide on Flatlands Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles struck center to rear and front. The injured driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle, a 20-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash involved a rear-end impact where one sedan struck the center back end of the other, which hit the center front end. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling west. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Farragut Road▸A 46-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash after his sedan was struck from behind on Farragut Road in Brooklyn. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash occurred at night with no listed contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old male driver was injured in a rear-end collision on Farragut Road near Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The sedan, traveling west, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end. The report lists no contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured in this crash.
BMW Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A BMW turned left on Flatbush Avenue. Its bumper hit a 70-year-old man in the head. He fell. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed conscious. The driver was distracted. The man bled on the pavement. The crash left him injured.
A BMW sedan, making a left turn at Flatbush Avenue and Avenue N in Brooklyn, struck a 70-year-old man walking through the intersection. According to the police report, 'The bumper strikes his head. He falls. Blood pools on the pavement. He is conscious. He bleeds. The driver was distracted.' The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The driver’s distraction led to the impact. No other injuries were reported. The data does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
Brooklyn Sedan Collision Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. The injured man was restrained and not ejected. Damage hit the left rear bumper.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2021 Honda sedan, traveling east, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel, damaging the left rear bumper. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The other vehicle, a 2008 Kia sedan, had no occupants and no listed damage. The injured person was a 45-year-old male occupant and driver of the Honda. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Speeding Sedan Hits Children at School Bus Stop▸A Mercedes sped down Avenue J. It struck five pedestrians—four children and a woman—near a stopped school bus. Blood pooled. A 5-year-old girl took the hit to her head. All stayed conscious. The car’s front end bore the mark.
Five pedestrians, including four children ages 1, 3, 5, and 8, and a 33-year-old woman, were struck and injured by a speeding Mercedes sedan on Avenue J near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened as the victims were going to or from a stopped school bus. The 5-year-old girl suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. The 8-year-old girl reported abdominal pain. The 3-year-old and 1-year-old boys had visible injuries but remained conscious. The adult woman suffered fractures and dislocation. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the impact. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
BMW Slams Parked Toyota on Avenue L▸A BMW tore into a parked Toyota on Avenue L. Metal twisted. The driver, thirty-one, felt the crush. The street fell silent. Pain lingered. Unsafe speed and inexperience left bodies hurt and cars broken in Brooklyn’s quiet midday.
A BMW sedan crashed into a parked Toyota on Avenue L at East 59th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the BMW driver, age 31, was alone and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. Several occupants were listed as injured or with unspecified injuries. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The BMW’s left front bumper struck the Toyota’s left rear bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the street quiet, with only the sound of pain remaining. The police report makes clear that driver inexperience and unsafe speed led to the violent impact.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Flatbush Avenue▸A bicyclist suffered head injuries after a collision with a parked SUV on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the bike’s front center. The cyclist was conscious but injured, with abrasions reported.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash involving a 2021 Honda SUV on Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. The SUV was parked before the collision, which impacted its left front quarter panel and the bike’s front center. The bicyclist sustained head injuries and abrasions but was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the data.
Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-02-13
A 602Williams votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
76-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸A 76-year-old man was struck while crossing East 51 Street in Brooklyn. The SUV was making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver showed no visible damage to the vehicle.
According to the police report, a 76-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on East 51 Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a 2019 Dodge SUV, driven by a licensed female driver, was making a left turn. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any driver errors such as failure to yield. The vehicle showed no damage, and the pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No safety equipment or signals were noted as factors.
Inattentive Driver Slams Parked Sedan on Utica▸Ford merged north on Utica. Struck parked sedan. Rear passenger hurt—face, whiplash. Driver inattention and speed listed. No safety gear. Brooklyn street, morning crash.
According to the police report, a Ford traveling north on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn merged and struck a parked sedan. The collision hit the Ford's left front bumper and the sedan's left rear. A 38-year-old man, seated in the left rear of the Ford, suffered facial injuries and whiplash. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as causes. The injured passenger was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. Both drivers were licensed. The crash occurred in Brooklyn's 46th council district.
Mercedes Narcisse Supports Student Safety Contest Promoting Walking▸DOT revives its student contest to push street safety and walking. Kids make PSAs. Winners get cash. Council Member Narcisse backs the move. The city wants young voices to remind drivers: streets are for people, not just cars.
On February 3, 2023, the Department of Transportation announced the return of the 'We're Walking Here' competition. This program, paused during the pandemic, targets K-12 students across New York City. The contest runs March 6-31, with students creating public-service announcements to promote walking and traffic safety. Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, representing District 46, voiced support: 'I am happy to support the NYC DOT's relaunch of their "We're Walking Here" campaign to raise awareness of our collective responsibility to eliminate all traffic deaths and serious injuries.' The contest partners with the 'Hip Hop 50' campaign, blending street safety with city culture. Winners receive prizes from The Safe Streets Fund. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez called students 'some of our most vulnerable pedestrians.' The program aims to put safety in the hands of those most at risk.
-
DOT brings back student competition that promotes health and street safety,
amny.com,
Published 2023-02-03
A 602Williams votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
2SUV Turns, Pickup Hits, Two Hurt on Flatbush▸SUV turned left. Pickup slammed straight. Two passengers injured. Driver inattention and unsafe speed fueled the crash. Metal bent. Lives shaken. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue collided with a pickup truck heading north. Two SUV passengers were hurt: a 2-year-old boy in the right rear seat suffered head injuries and whiplash, restrained by a child seat; a 40-year-old woman in the front was partially ejected and suffered neck injuries and whiplash, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention/distraction and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV’s left rear bumper and the truck’s right front bumper were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
A 1280Williams co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
-
File A 1280,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-13
S 840Parker votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
-
File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 840Parker votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
-
File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 100Parker co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Senate bill S 100 demands complete street design in state and federally funded projects. Lawmakers push for public guidance. Streets built for people, not just cars.
Senate bill S 100 was introduced on January 4, 2023, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force planners to consider all users—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish street design guidance. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 100,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
E-Bike Hits 8-Year-Old Boy on Flatbush Avenue▸An e-bike struck an 8-year-old boy on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and an arm injury. Police cited the e-bike rider for failing to yield right-of-way. The boy remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling south on Flatbush Avenue failed to yield right-of-way and collided with an 8-year-old pedestrian. The boy sustained a contusion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The e-bike showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected or critically harmed. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to pedestrians.
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Flatbush Avenue▸A 30-year-old man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Avenue K was hit. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, leg, and foot. No driver errors listed. The vehicle type was not specified.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was struck while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Avenue K, not at an intersection or crosswalk. He sustained serious injuries, including fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report does not specify the vehicle type or provide details about the driver. No contributing factors or driver errors were recorded in the data. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
Two Sedans Collide on Flatlands Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles struck center to rear and front. The injured driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle, a 20-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash involved a rear-end impact where one sedan struck the center back end of the other, which hit the center front end. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling west. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Farragut Road▸A 46-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash after his sedan was struck from behind on Farragut Road in Brooklyn. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash occurred at night with no listed contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old male driver was injured in a rear-end collision on Farragut Road near Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The sedan, traveling west, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end. The report lists no contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured in this crash.
BMW Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A BMW turned left on Flatbush Avenue. Its bumper hit a 70-year-old man in the head. He fell. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed conscious. The driver was distracted. The man bled on the pavement. The crash left him injured.
A BMW sedan, making a left turn at Flatbush Avenue and Avenue N in Brooklyn, struck a 70-year-old man walking through the intersection. According to the police report, 'The bumper strikes his head. He falls. Blood pools on the pavement. He is conscious. He bleeds. The driver was distracted.' The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The driver’s distraction led to the impact. No other injuries were reported. The data does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
Brooklyn Sedan Collision Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. The injured man was restrained and not ejected. Damage hit the left rear bumper.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2021 Honda sedan, traveling east, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel, damaging the left rear bumper. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The other vehicle, a 2008 Kia sedan, had no occupants and no listed damage. The injured person was a 45-year-old male occupant and driver of the Honda. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Speeding Sedan Hits Children at School Bus Stop▸A Mercedes sped down Avenue J. It struck five pedestrians—four children and a woman—near a stopped school bus. Blood pooled. A 5-year-old girl took the hit to her head. All stayed conscious. The car’s front end bore the mark.
Five pedestrians, including four children ages 1, 3, 5, and 8, and a 33-year-old woman, were struck and injured by a speeding Mercedes sedan on Avenue J near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened as the victims were going to or from a stopped school bus. The 5-year-old girl suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. The 8-year-old girl reported abdominal pain. The 3-year-old and 1-year-old boys had visible injuries but remained conscious. The adult woman suffered fractures and dislocation. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the impact. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
BMW Slams Parked Toyota on Avenue L▸A BMW tore into a parked Toyota on Avenue L. Metal twisted. The driver, thirty-one, felt the crush. The street fell silent. Pain lingered. Unsafe speed and inexperience left bodies hurt and cars broken in Brooklyn’s quiet midday.
A BMW sedan crashed into a parked Toyota on Avenue L at East 59th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the BMW driver, age 31, was alone and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. Several occupants were listed as injured or with unspecified injuries. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The BMW’s left front bumper struck the Toyota’s left rear bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the street quiet, with only the sound of pain remaining. The police report makes clear that driver inexperience and unsafe speed led to the violent impact.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Flatbush Avenue▸A bicyclist suffered head injuries after a collision with a parked SUV on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the bike’s front center. The cyclist was conscious but injured, with abrasions reported.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash involving a 2021 Honda SUV on Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. The SUV was parked before the collision, which impacted its left front quarter panel and the bike’s front center. The bicyclist sustained head injuries and abrasions but was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the data.
Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-02-13
76-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸A 76-year-old man was struck while crossing East 51 Street in Brooklyn. The SUV was making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver showed no visible damage to the vehicle.
According to the police report, a 76-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on East 51 Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a 2019 Dodge SUV, driven by a licensed female driver, was making a left turn. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any driver errors such as failure to yield. The vehicle showed no damage, and the pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No safety equipment or signals were noted as factors.
Inattentive Driver Slams Parked Sedan on Utica▸Ford merged north on Utica. Struck parked sedan. Rear passenger hurt—face, whiplash. Driver inattention and speed listed. No safety gear. Brooklyn street, morning crash.
According to the police report, a Ford traveling north on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn merged and struck a parked sedan. The collision hit the Ford's left front bumper and the sedan's left rear. A 38-year-old man, seated in the left rear of the Ford, suffered facial injuries and whiplash. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as causes. The injured passenger was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. Both drivers were licensed. The crash occurred in Brooklyn's 46th council district.
Mercedes Narcisse Supports Student Safety Contest Promoting Walking▸DOT revives its student contest to push street safety and walking. Kids make PSAs. Winners get cash. Council Member Narcisse backs the move. The city wants young voices to remind drivers: streets are for people, not just cars.
On February 3, 2023, the Department of Transportation announced the return of the 'We're Walking Here' competition. This program, paused during the pandemic, targets K-12 students across New York City. The contest runs March 6-31, with students creating public-service announcements to promote walking and traffic safety. Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, representing District 46, voiced support: 'I am happy to support the NYC DOT's relaunch of their "We're Walking Here" campaign to raise awareness of our collective responsibility to eliminate all traffic deaths and serious injuries.' The contest partners with the 'Hip Hop 50' campaign, blending street safety with city culture. Winners receive prizes from The Safe Streets Fund. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez called students 'some of our most vulnerable pedestrians.' The program aims to put safety in the hands of those most at risk.
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DOT brings back student competition that promotes health and street safety,
amny.com,
Published 2023-02-03
A 602Williams votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
2SUV Turns, Pickup Hits, Two Hurt on Flatbush▸SUV turned left. Pickup slammed straight. Two passengers injured. Driver inattention and unsafe speed fueled the crash. Metal bent. Lives shaken. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue collided with a pickup truck heading north. Two SUV passengers were hurt: a 2-year-old boy in the right rear seat suffered head injuries and whiplash, restrained by a child seat; a 40-year-old woman in the front was partially ejected and suffered neck injuries and whiplash, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention/distraction and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV’s left rear bumper and the truck’s right front bumper were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
A 1280Williams co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
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File A 1280,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-13
S 840Parker votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 840Parker votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 100Parker co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Senate bill S 100 demands complete street design in state and federally funded projects. Lawmakers push for public guidance. Streets built for people, not just cars.
Senate bill S 100 was introduced on January 4, 2023, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force planners to consider all users—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish street design guidance. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 100,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
E-Bike Hits 8-Year-Old Boy on Flatbush Avenue▸An e-bike struck an 8-year-old boy on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and an arm injury. Police cited the e-bike rider for failing to yield right-of-way. The boy remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling south on Flatbush Avenue failed to yield right-of-way and collided with an 8-year-old pedestrian. The boy sustained a contusion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The e-bike showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected or critically harmed. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to pedestrians.
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Flatbush Avenue▸A 30-year-old man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Avenue K was hit. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, leg, and foot. No driver errors listed. The vehicle type was not specified.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was struck while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Avenue K, not at an intersection or crosswalk. He sustained serious injuries, including fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report does not specify the vehicle type or provide details about the driver. No contributing factors or driver errors were recorded in the data. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
Two Sedans Collide on Flatlands Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles struck center to rear and front. The injured driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle, a 20-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash involved a rear-end impact where one sedan struck the center back end of the other, which hit the center front end. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling west. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Farragut Road▸A 46-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash after his sedan was struck from behind on Farragut Road in Brooklyn. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash occurred at night with no listed contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old male driver was injured in a rear-end collision on Farragut Road near Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The sedan, traveling west, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end. The report lists no contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured in this crash.
BMW Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A BMW turned left on Flatbush Avenue. Its bumper hit a 70-year-old man in the head. He fell. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed conscious. The driver was distracted. The man bled on the pavement. The crash left him injured.
A BMW sedan, making a left turn at Flatbush Avenue and Avenue N in Brooklyn, struck a 70-year-old man walking through the intersection. According to the police report, 'The bumper strikes his head. He falls. Blood pools on the pavement. He is conscious. He bleeds. The driver was distracted.' The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The driver’s distraction led to the impact. No other injuries were reported. The data does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
Brooklyn Sedan Collision Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. The injured man was restrained and not ejected. Damage hit the left rear bumper.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2021 Honda sedan, traveling east, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel, damaging the left rear bumper. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The other vehicle, a 2008 Kia sedan, had no occupants and no listed damage. The injured person was a 45-year-old male occupant and driver of the Honda. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Speeding Sedan Hits Children at School Bus Stop▸A Mercedes sped down Avenue J. It struck five pedestrians—four children and a woman—near a stopped school bus. Blood pooled. A 5-year-old girl took the hit to her head. All stayed conscious. The car’s front end bore the mark.
Five pedestrians, including four children ages 1, 3, 5, and 8, and a 33-year-old woman, were struck and injured by a speeding Mercedes sedan on Avenue J near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened as the victims were going to or from a stopped school bus. The 5-year-old girl suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. The 8-year-old girl reported abdominal pain. The 3-year-old and 1-year-old boys had visible injuries but remained conscious. The adult woman suffered fractures and dislocation. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the impact. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
BMW Slams Parked Toyota on Avenue L▸A BMW tore into a parked Toyota on Avenue L. Metal twisted. The driver, thirty-one, felt the crush. The street fell silent. Pain lingered. Unsafe speed and inexperience left bodies hurt and cars broken in Brooklyn’s quiet midday.
A BMW sedan crashed into a parked Toyota on Avenue L at East 59th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the BMW driver, age 31, was alone and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. Several occupants were listed as injured or with unspecified injuries. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The BMW’s left front bumper struck the Toyota’s left rear bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the street quiet, with only the sound of pain remaining. The police report makes clear that driver inexperience and unsafe speed led to the violent impact.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Flatbush Avenue▸A bicyclist suffered head injuries after a collision with a parked SUV on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the bike’s front center. The cyclist was conscious but injured, with abrasions reported.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash involving a 2021 Honda SUV on Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. The SUV was parked before the collision, which impacted its left front quarter panel and the bike’s front center. The bicyclist sustained head injuries and abrasions but was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the data.
A 76-year-old man was struck while crossing East 51 Street in Brooklyn. The SUV was making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver showed no visible damage to the vehicle.
According to the police report, a 76-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on East 51 Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a 2019 Dodge SUV, driven by a licensed female driver, was making a left turn. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any driver errors such as failure to yield. The vehicle showed no damage, and the pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No safety equipment or signals were noted as factors.
Inattentive Driver Slams Parked Sedan on Utica▸Ford merged north on Utica. Struck parked sedan. Rear passenger hurt—face, whiplash. Driver inattention and speed listed. No safety gear. Brooklyn street, morning crash.
According to the police report, a Ford traveling north on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn merged and struck a parked sedan. The collision hit the Ford's left front bumper and the sedan's left rear. A 38-year-old man, seated in the left rear of the Ford, suffered facial injuries and whiplash. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as causes. The injured passenger was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. Both drivers were licensed. The crash occurred in Brooklyn's 46th council district.
Mercedes Narcisse Supports Student Safety Contest Promoting Walking▸DOT revives its student contest to push street safety and walking. Kids make PSAs. Winners get cash. Council Member Narcisse backs the move. The city wants young voices to remind drivers: streets are for people, not just cars.
On February 3, 2023, the Department of Transportation announced the return of the 'We're Walking Here' competition. This program, paused during the pandemic, targets K-12 students across New York City. The contest runs March 6-31, with students creating public-service announcements to promote walking and traffic safety. Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, representing District 46, voiced support: 'I am happy to support the NYC DOT's relaunch of their "We're Walking Here" campaign to raise awareness of our collective responsibility to eliminate all traffic deaths and serious injuries.' The contest partners with the 'Hip Hop 50' campaign, blending street safety with city culture. Winners receive prizes from The Safe Streets Fund. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez called students 'some of our most vulnerable pedestrians.' The program aims to put safety in the hands of those most at risk.
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DOT brings back student competition that promotes health and street safety,
amny.com,
Published 2023-02-03
A 602Williams votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
2SUV Turns, Pickup Hits, Two Hurt on Flatbush▸SUV turned left. Pickup slammed straight. Two passengers injured. Driver inattention and unsafe speed fueled the crash. Metal bent. Lives shaken. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue collided with a pickup truck heading north. Two SUV passengers were hurt: a 2-year-old boy in the right rear seat suffered head injuries and whiplash, restrained by a child seat; a 40-year-old woman in the front was partially ejected and suffered neck injuries and whiplash, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention/distraction and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV’s left rear bumper and the truck’s right front bumper were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
A 1280Williams co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
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File A 1280,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-13
S 840Parker votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 840Parker votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 100Parker co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Senate bill S 100 demands complete street design in state and federally funded projects. Lawmakers push for public guidance. Streets built for people, not just cars.
Senate bill S 100 was introduced on January 4, 2023, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force planners to consider all users—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish street design guidance. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 100,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
E-Bike Hits 8-Year-Old Boy on Flatbush Avenue▸An e-bike struck an 8-year-old boy on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and an arm injury. Police cited the e-bike rider for failing to yield right-of-way. The boy remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling south on Flatbush Avenue failed to yield right-of-way and collided with an 8-year-old pedestrian. The boy sustained a contusion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The e-bike showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected or critically harmed. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to pedestrians.
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Flatbush Avenue▸A 30-year-old man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Avenue K was hit. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, leg, and foot. No driver errors listed. The vehicle type was not specified.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was struck while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Avenue K, not at an intersection or crosswalk. He sustained serious injuries, including fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report does not specify the vehicle type or provide details about the driver. No contributing factors or driver errors were recorded in the data. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
Two Sedans Collide on Flatlands Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles struck center to rear and front. The injured driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle, a 20-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash involved a rear-end impact where one sedan struck the center back end of the other, which hit the center front end. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling west. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Farragut Road▸A 46-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash after his sedan was struck from behind on Farragut Road in Brooklyn. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash occurred at night with no listed contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old male driver was injured in a rear-end collision on Farragut Road near Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The sedan, traveling west, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end. The report lists no contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured in this crash.
BMW Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A BMW turned left on Flatbush Avenue. Its bumper hit a 70-year-old man in the head. He fell. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed conscious. The driver was distracted. The man bled on the pavement. The crash left him injured.
A BMW sedan, making a left turn at Flatbush Avenue and Avenue N in Brooklyn, struck a 70-year-old man walking through the intersection. According to the police report, 'The bumper strikes his head. He falls. Blood pools on the pavement. He is conscious. He bleeds. The driver was distracted.' The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The driver’s distraction led to the impact. No other injuries were reported. The data does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
Brooklyn Sedan Collision Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. The injured man was restrained and not ejected. Damage hit the left rear bumper.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2021 Honda sedan, traveling east, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel, damaging the left rear bumper. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The other vehicle, a 2008 Kia sedan, had no occupants and no listed damage. The injured person was a 45-year-old male occupant and driver of the Honda. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Speeding Sedan Hits Children at School Bus Stop▸A Mercedes sped down Avenue J. It struck five pedestrians—four children and a woman—near a stopped school bus. Blood pooled. A 5-year-old girl took the hit to her head. All stayed conscious. The car’s front end bore the mark.
Five pedestrians, including four children ages 1, 3, 5, and 8, and a 33-year-old woman, were struck and injured by a speeding Mercedes sedan on Avenue J near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened as the victims were going to or from a stopped school bus. The 5-year-old girl suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. The 8-year-old girl reported abdominal pain. The 3-year-old and 1-year-old boys had visible injuries but remained conscious. The adult woman suffered fractures and dislocation. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the impact. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
BMW Slams Parked Toyota on Avenue L▸A BMW tore into a parked Toyota on Avenue L. Metal twisted. The driver, thirty-one, felt the crush. The street fell silent. Pain lingered. Unsafe speed and inexperience left bodies hurt and cars broken in Brooklyn’s quiet midday.
A BMW sedan crashed into a parked Toyota on Avenue L at East 59th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the BMW driver, age 31, was alone and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. Several occupants were listed as injured or with unspecified injuries. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The BMW’s left front bumper struck the Toyota’s left rear bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the street quiet, with only the sound of pain remaining. The police report makes clear that driver inexperience and unsafe speed led to the violent impact.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Flatbush Avenue▸A bicyclist suffered head injuries after a collision with a parked SUV on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the bike’s front center. The cyclist was conscious but injured, with abrasions reported.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash involving a 2021 Honda SUV on Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. The SUV was parked before the collision, which impacted its left front quarter panel and the bike’s front center. The bicyclist sustained head injuries and abrasions but was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the data.
Ford merged north on Utica. Struck parked sedan. Rear passenger hurt—face, whiplash. Driver inattention and speed listed. No safety gear. Brooklyn street, morning crash.
According to the police report, a Ford traveling north on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn merged and struck a parked sedan. The collision hit the Ford's left front bumper and the sedan's left rear. A 38-year-old man, seated in the left rear of the Ford, suffered facial injuries and whiplash. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as causes. The injured passenger was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. Both drivers were licensed. The crash occurred in Brooklyn's 46th council district.
Mercedes Narcisse Supports Student Safety Contest Promoting Walking▸DOT revives its student contest to push street safety and walking. Kids make PSAs. Winners get cash. Council Member Narcisse backs the move. The city wants young voices to remind drivers: streets are for people, not just cars.
On February 3, 2023, the Department of Transportation announced the return of the 'We're Walking Here' competition. This program, paused during the pandemic, targets K-12 students across New York City. The contest runs March 6-31, with students creating public-service announcements to promote walking and traffic safety. Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, representing District 46, voiced support: 'I am happy to support the NYC DOT's relaunch of their "We're Walking Here" campaign to raise awareness of our collective responsibility to eliminate all traffic deaths and serious injuries.' The contest partners with the 'Hip Hop 50' campaign, blending street safety with city culture. Winners receive prizes from The Safe Streets Fund. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez called students 'some of our most vulnerable pedestrians.' The program aims to put safety in the hands of those most at risk.
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DOT brings back student competition that promotes health and street safety,
amny.com,
Published 2023-02-03
A 602Williams votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
2SUV Turns, Pickup Hits, Two Hurt on Flatbush▸SUV turned left. Pickup slammed straight. Two passengers injured. Driver inattention and unsafe speed fueled the crash. Metal bent. Lives shaken. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue collided with a pickup truck heading north. Two SUV passengers were hurt: a 2-year-old boy in the right rear seat suffered head injuries and whiplash, restrained by a child seat; a 40-year-old woman in the front was partially ejected and suffered neck injuries and whiplash, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention/distraction and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV’s left rear bumper and the truck’s right front bumper were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
A 1280Williams co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
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File A 1280,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-13
S 840Parker votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 840Parker votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 100Parker co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Senate bill S 100 demands complete street design in state and federally funded projects. Lawmakers push for public guidance. Streets built for people, not just cars.
Senate bill S 100 was introduced on January 4, 2023, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force planners to consider all users—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish street design guidance. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 100,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
E-Bike Hits 8-Year-Old Boy on Flatbush Avenue▸An e-bike struck an 8-year-old boy on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and an arm injury. Police cited the e-bike rider for failing to yield right-of-way. The boy remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling south on Flatbush Avenue failed to yield right-of-way and collided with an 8-year-old pedestrian. The boy sustained a contusion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The e-bike showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected or critically harmed. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to pedestrians.
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Flatbush Avenue▸A 30-year-old man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Avenue K was hit. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, leg, and foot. No driver errors listed. The vehicle type was not specified.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was struck while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Avenue K, not at an intersection or crosswalk. He sustained serious injuries, including fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report does not specify the vehicle type or provide details about the driver. No contributing factors or driver errors were recorded in the data. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
Two Sedans Collide on Flatlands Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles struck center to rear and front. The injured driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle, a 20-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash involved a rear-end impact where one sedan struck the center back end of the other, which hit the center front end. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling west. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Farragut Road▸A 46-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash after his sedan was struck from behind on Farragut Road in Brooklyn. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash occurred at night with no listed contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old male driver was injured in a rear-end collision on Farragut Road near Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The sedan, traveling west, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end. The report lists no contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured in this crash.
BMW Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A BMW turned left on Flatbush Avenue. Its bumper hit a 70-year-old man in the head. He fell. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed conscious. The driver was distracted. The man bled on the pavement. The crash left him injured.
A BMW sedan, making a left turn at Flatbush Avenue and Avenue N in Brooklyn, struck a 70-year-old man walking through the intersection. According to the police report, 'The bumper strikes his head. He falls. Blood pools on the pavement. He is conscious. He bleeds. The driver was distracted.' The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The driver’s distraction led to the impact. No other injuries were reported. The data does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
Brooklyn Sedan Collision Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. The injured man was restrained and not ejected. Damage hit the left rear bumper.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2021 Honda sedan, traveling east, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel, damaging the left rear bumper. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The other vehicle, a 2008 Kia sedan, had no occupants and no listed damage. The injured person was a 45-year-old male occupant and driver of the Honda. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Speeding Sedan Hits Children at School Bus Stop▸A Mercedes sped down Avenue J. It struck five pedestrians—four children and a woman—near a stopped school bus. Blood pooled. A 5-year-old girl took the hit to her head. All stayed conscious. The car’s front end bore the mark.
Five pedestrians, including four children ages 1, 3, 5, and 8, and a 33-year-old woman, were struck and injured by a speeding Mercedes sedan on Avenue J near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened as the victims were going to or from a stopped school bus. The 5-year-old girl suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. The 8-year-old girl reported abdominal pain. The 3-year-old and 1-year-old boys had visible injuries but remained conscious. The adult woman suffered fractures and dislocation. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the impact. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
BMW Slams Parked Toyota on Avenue L▸A BMW tore into a parked Toyota on Avenue L. Metal twisted. The driver, thirty-one, felt the crush. The street fell silent. Pain lingered. Unsafe speed and inexperience left bodies hurt and cars broken in Brooklyn’s quiet midday.
A BMW sedan crashed into a parked Toyota on Avenue L at East 59th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the BMW driver, age 31, was alone and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. Several occupants were listed as injured or with unspecified injuries. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The BMW’s left front bumper struck the Toyota’s left rear bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the street quiet, with only the sound of pain remaining. The police report makes clear that driver inexperience and unsafe speed led to the violent impact.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Flatbush Avenue▸A bicyclist suffered head injuries after a collision with a parked SUV on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the bike’s front center. The cyclist was conscious but injured, with abrasions reported.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash involving a 2021 Honda SUV on Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. The SUV was parked before the collision, which impacted its left front quarter panel and the bike’s front center. The bicyclist sustained head injuries and abrasions but was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the data.
DOT revives its student contest to push street safety and walking. Kids make PSAs. Winners get cash. Council Member Narcisse backs the move. The city wants young voices to remind drivers: streets are for people, not just cars.
On February 3, 2023, the Department of Transportation announced the return of the 'We're Walking Here' competition. This program, paused during the pandemic, targets K-12 students across New York City. The contest runs March 6-31, with students creating public-service announcements to promote walking and traffic safety. Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, representing District 46, voiced support: 'I am happy to support the NYC DOT's relaunch of their "We're Walking Here" campaign to raise awareness of our collective responsibility to eliminate all traffic deaths and serious injuries.' The contest partners with the 'Hip Hop 50' campaign, blending street safety with city culture. Winners receive prizes from The Safe Streets Fund. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez called students 'some of our most vulnerable pedestrians.' The program aims to put safety in the hands of those most at risk.
- DOT brings back student competition that promotes health and street safety, amny.com, Published 2023-02-03
A 602Williams votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
2SUV Turns, Pickup Hits, Two Hurt on Flatbush▸SUV turned left. Pickup slammed straight. Two passengers injured. Driver inattention and unsafe speed fueled the crash. Metal bent. Lives shaken. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue collided with a pickup truck heading north. Two SUV passengers were hurt: a 2-year-old boy in the right rear seat suffered head injuries and whiplash, restrained by a child seat; a 40-year-old woman in the front was partially ejected and suffered neck injuries and whiplash, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention/distraction and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV’s left rear bumper and the truck’s right front bumper were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
A 1280Williams co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
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File A 1280,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-13
S 840Parker votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 840Parker votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 100Parker co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Senate bill S 100 demands complete street design in state and federally funded projects. Lawmakers push for public guidance. Streets built for people, not just cars.
Senate bill S 100 was introduced on January 4, 2023, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force planners to consider all users—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish street design guidance. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 100,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
E-Bike Hits 8-Year-Old Boy on Flatbush Avenue▸An e-bike struck an 8-year-old boy on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and an arm injury. Police cited the e-bike rider for failing to yield right-of-way. The boy remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling south on Flatbush Avenue failed to yield right-of-way and collided with an 8-year-old pedestrian. The boy sustained a contusion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The e-bike showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected or critically harmed. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to pedestrians.
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Flatbush Avenue▸A 30-year-old man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Avenue K was hit. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, leg, and foot. No driver errors listed. The vehicle type was not specified.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was struck while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Avenue K, not at an intersection or crosswalk. He sustained serious injuries, including fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report does not specify the vehicle type or provide details about the driver. No contributing factors or driver errors were recorded in the data. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
Two Sedans Collide on Flatlands Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles struck center to rear and front. The injured driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle, a 20-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash involved a rear-end impact where one sedan struck the center back end of the other, which hit the center front end. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling west. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Farragut Road▸A 46-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash after his sedan was struck from behind on Farragut Road in Brooklyn. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash occurred at night with no listed contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old male driver was injured in a rear-end collision on Farragut Road near Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The sedan, traveling west, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end. The report lists no contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured in this crash.
BMW Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A BMW turned left on Flatbush Avenue. Its bumper hit a 70-year-old man in the head. He fell. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed conscious. The driver was distracted. The man bled on the pavement. The crash left him injured.
A BMW sedan, making a left turn at Flatbush Avenue and Avenue N in Brooklyn, struck a 70-year-old man walking through the intersection. According to the police report, 'The bumper strikes his head. He falls. Blood pools on the pavement. He is conscious. He bleeds. The driver was distracted.' The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The driver’s distraction led to the impact. No other injuries were reported. The data does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
Brooklyn Sedan Collision Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. The injured man was restrained and not ejected. Damage hit the left rear bumper.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2021 Honda sedan, traveling east, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel, damaging the left rear bumper. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The other vehicle, a 2008 Kia sedan, had no occupants and no listed damage. The injured person was a 45-year-old male occupant and driver of the Honda. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Speeding Sedan Hits Children at School Bus Stop▸A Mercedes sped down Avenue J. It struck five pedestrians—four children and a woman—near a stopped school bus. Blood pooled. A 5-year-old girl took the hit to her head. All stayed conscious. The car’s front end bore the mark.
Five pedestrians, including four children ages 1, 3, 5, and 8, and a 33-year-old woman, were struck and injured by a speeding Mercedes sedan on Avenue J near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened as the victims were going to or from a stopped school bus. The 5-year-old girl suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. The 8-year-old girl reported abdominal pain. The 3-year-old and 1-year-old boys had visible injuries but remained conscious. The adult woman suffered fractures and dislocation. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the impact. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
BMW Slams Parked Toyota on Avenue L▸A BMW tore into a parked Toyota on Avenue L. Metal twisted. The driver, thirty-one, felt the crush. The street fell silent. Pain lingered. Unsafe speed and inexperience left bodies hurt and cars broken in Brooklyn’s quiet midday.
A BMW sedan crashed into a parked Toyota on Avenue L at East 59th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the BMW driver, age 31, was alone and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. Several occupants were listed as injured or with unspecified injuries. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The BMW’s left front bumper struck the Toyota’s left rear bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the street quiet, with only the sound of pain remaining. The police report makes clear that driver inexperience and unsafe speed led to the violent impact.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Flatbush Avenue▸A bicyclist suffered head injuries after a collision with a parked SUV on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the bike’s front center. The cyclist was conscious but injured, with abrasions reported.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash involving a 2021 Honda SUV on Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. The SUV was parked before the collision, which impacted its left front quarter panel and the bike’s front center. The bicyclist sustained head injuries and abrasions but was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the data.
Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-01-24
2SUV Turns, Pickup Hits, Two Hurt on Flatbush▸SUV turned left. Pickup slammed straight. Two passengers injured. Driver inattention and unsafe speed fueled the crash. Metal bent. Lives shaken. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue collided with a pickup truck heading north. Two SUV passengers were hurt: a 2-year-old boy in the right rear seat suffered head injuries and whiplash, restrained by a child seat; a 40-year-old woman in the front was partially ejected and suffered neck injuries and whiplash, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention/distraction and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV’s left rear bumper and the truck’s right front bumper were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
A 1280Williams co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
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File A 1280,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-13
S 840Parker votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 840Parker votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 100Parker co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Senate bill S 100 demands complete street design in state and federally funded projects. Lawmakers push for public guidance. Streets built for people, not just cars.
Senate bill S 100 was introduced on January 4, 2023, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force planners to consider all users—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish street design guidance. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 100,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
E-Bike Hits 8-Year-Old Boy on Flatbush Avenue▸An e-bike struck an 8-year-old boy on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and an arm injury. Police cited the e-bike rider for failing to yield right-of-way. The boy remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling south on Flatbush Avenue failed to yield right-of-way and collided with an 8-year-old pedestrian. The boy sustained a contusion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The e-bike showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected or critically harmed. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to pedestrians.
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Flatbush Avenue▸A 30-year-old man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Avenue K was hit. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, leg, and foot. No driver errors listed. The vehicle type was not specified.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was struck while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Avenue K, not at an intersection or crosswalk. He sustained serious injuries, including fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report does not specify the vehicle type or provide details about the driver. No contributing factors or driver errors were recorded in the data. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
Two Sedans Collide on Flatlands Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles struck center to rear and front. The injured driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle, a 20-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash involved a rear-end impact where one sedan struck the center back end of the other, which hit the center front end. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling west. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Farragut Road▸A 46-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash after his sedan was struck from behind on Farragut Road in Brooklyn. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash occurred at night with no listed contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old male driver was injured in a rear-end collision on Farragut Road near Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The sedan, traveling west, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end. The report lists no contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured in this crash.
BMW Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A BMW turned left on Flatbush Avenue. Its bumper hit a 70-year-old man in the head. He fell. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed conscious. The driver was distracted. The man bled on the pavement. The crash left him injured.
A BMW sedan, making a left turn at Flatbush Avenue and Avenue N in Brooklyn, struck a 70-year-old man walking through the intersection. According to the police report, 'The bumper strikes his head. He falls. Blood pools on the pavement. He is conscious. He bleeds. The driver was distracted.' The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The driver’s distraction led to the impact. No other injuries were reported. The data does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
Brooklyn Sedan Collision Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. The injured man was restrained and not ejected. Damage hit the left rear bumper.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2021 Honda sedan, traveling east, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel, damaging the left rear bumper. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The other vehicle, a 2008 Kia sedan, had no occupants and no listed damage. The injured person was a 45-year-old male occupant and driver of the Honda. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Speeding Sedan Hits Children at School Bus Stop▸A Mercedes sped down Avenue J. It struck five pedestrians—four children and a woman—near a stopped school bus. Blood pooled. A 5-year-old girl took the hit to her head. All stayed conscious. The car’s front end bore the mark.
Five pedestrians, including four children ages 1, 3, 5, and 8, and a 33-year-old woman, were struck and injured by a speeding Mercedes sedan on Avenue J near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened as the victims were going to or from a stopped school bus. The 5-year-old girl suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. The 8-year-old girl reported abdominal pain. The 3-year-old and 1-year-old boys had visible injuries but remained conscious. The adult woman suffered fractures and dislocation. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the impact. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
BMW Slams Parked Toyota on Avenue L▸A BMW tore into a parked Toyota on Avenue L. Metal twisted. The driver, thirty-one, felt the crush. The street fell silent. Pain lingered. Unsafe speed and inexperience left bodies hurt and cars broken in Brooklyn’s quiet midday.
A BMW sedan crashed into a parked Toyota on Avenue L at East 59th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the BMW driver, age 31, was alone and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. Several occupants were listed as injured or with unspecified injuries. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The BMW’s left front bumper struck the Toyota’s left rear bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the street quiet, with only the sound of pain remaining. The police report makes clear that driver inexperience and unsafe speed led to the violent impact.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Flatbush Avenue▸A bicyclist suffered head injuries after a collision with a parked SUV on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the bike’s front center. The cyclist was conscious but injured, with abrasions reported.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash involving a 2021 Honda SUV on Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. The SUV was parked before the collision, which impacted its left front quarter panel and the bike’s front center. The bicyclist sustained head injuries and abrasions but was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the data.
SUV turned left. Pickup slammed straight. Two passengers injured. Driver inattention and unsafe speed fueled the crash. Metal bent. Lives shaken. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue collided with a pickup truck heading north. Two SUV passengers were hurt: a 2-year-old boy in the right rear seat suffered head injuries and whiplash, restrained by a child seat; a 40-year-old woman in the front was partially ejected and suffered neck injuries and whiplash, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention/distraction and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV’s left rear bumper and the truck’s right front bumper were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
A 1280Williams co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
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File A 1280,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-13
S 840Parker votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 840Parker votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 100Parker co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Senate bill S 100 demands complete street design in state and federally funded projects. Lawmakers push for public guidance. Streets built for people, not just cars.
Senate bill S 100 was introduced on January 4, 2023, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force planners to consider all users—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish street design guidance. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 100,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
E-Bike Hits 8-Year-Old Boy on Flatbush Avenue▸An e-bike struck an 8-year-old boy on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and an arm injury. Police cited the e-bike rider for failing to yield right-of-way. The boy remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling south on Flatbush Avenue failed to yield right-of-way and collided with an 8-year-old pedestrian. The boy sustained a contusion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The e-bike showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected or critically harmed. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to pedestrians.
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Flatbush Avenue▸A 30-year-old man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Avenue K was hit. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, leg, and foot. No driver errors listed. The vehicle type was not specified.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was struck while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Avenue K, not at an intersection or crosswalk. He sustained serious injuries, including fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report does not specify the vehicle type or provide details about the driver. No contributing factors or driver errors were recorded in the data. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
Two Sedans Collide on Flatlands Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles struck center to rear and front. The injured driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle, a 20-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash involved a rear-end impact where one sedan struck the center back end of the other, which hit the center front end. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling west. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Farragut Road▸A 46-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash after his sedan was struck from behind on Farragut Road in Brooklyn. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash occurred at night with no listed contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old male driver was injured in a rear-end collision on Farragut Road near Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The sedan, traveling west, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end. The report lists no contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured in this crash.
BMW Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A BMW turned left on Flatbush Avenue. Its bumper hit a 70-year-old man in the head. He fell. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed conscious. The driver was distracted. The man bled on the pavement. The crash left him injured.
A BMW sedan, making a left turn at Flatbush Avenue and Avenue N in Brooklyn, struck a 70-year-old man walking through the intersection. According to the police report, 'The bumper strikes his head. He falls. Blood pools on the pavement. He is conscious. He bleeds. The driver was distracted.' The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The driver’s distraction led to the impact. No other injuries were reported. The data does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
Brooklyn Sedan Collision Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. The injured man was restrained and not ejected. Damage hit the left rear bumper.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2021 Honda sedan, traveling east, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel, damaging the left rear bumper. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The other vehicle, a 2008 Kia sedan, had no occupants and no listed damage. The injured person was a 45-year-old male occupant and driver of the Honda. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Speeding Sedan Hits Children at School Bus Stop▸A Mercedes sped down Avenue J. It struck five pedestrians—four children and a woman—near a stopped school bus. Blood pooled. A 5-year-old girl took the hit to her head. All stayed conscious. The car’s front end bore the mark.
Five pedestrians, including four children ages 1, 3, 5, and 8, and a 33-year-old woman, were struck and injured by a speeding Mercedes sedan on Avenue J near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened as the victims were going to or from a stopped school bus. The 5-year-old girl suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. The 8-year-old girl reported abdominal pain. The 3-year-old and 1-year-old boys had visible injuries but remained conscious. The adult woman suffered fractures and dislocation. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the impact. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
BMW Slams Parked Toyota on Avenue L▸A BMW tore into a parked Toyota on Avenue L. Metal twisted. The driver, thirty-one, felt the crush. The street fell silent. Pain lingered. Unsafe speed and inexperience left bodies hurt and cars broken in Brooklyn’s quiet midday.
A BMW sedan crashed into a parked Toyota on Avenue L at East 59th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the BMW driver, age 31, was alone and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. Several occupants were listed as injured or with unspecified injuries. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The BMW’s left front bumper struck the Toyota’s left rear bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the street quiet, with only the sound of pain remaining. The police report makes clear that driver inexperience and unsafe speed led to the violent impact.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Flatbush Avenue▸A bicyclist suffered head injuries after a collision with a parked SUV on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the bike’s front center. The cyclist was conscious but injured, with abrasions reported.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash involving a 2021 Honda SUV on Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. The SUV was parked before the collision, which impacted its left front quarter panel and the bike’s front center. The bicyclist sustained head injuries and abrasions but was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the data.
Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
- File A 1280, Open States, Published 2023-01-13
S 840Parker votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 840Parker votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 100Parker co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Senate bill S 100 demands complete street design in state and federally funded projects. Lawmakers push for public guidance. Streets built for people, not just cars.
Senate bill S 100 was introduced on January 4, 2023, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force planners to consider all users—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish street design guidance. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 100,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
E-Bike Hits 8-Year-Old Boy on Flatbush Avenue▸An e-bike struck an 8-year-old boy on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and an arm injury. Police cited the e-bike rider for failing to yield right-of-way. The boy remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling south on Flatbush Avenue failed to yield right-of-way and collided with an 8-year-old pedestrian. The boy sustained a contusion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The e-bike showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected or critically harmed. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to pedestrians.
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Flatbush Avenue▸A 30-year-old man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Avenue K was hit. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, leg, and foot. No driver errors listed. The vehicle type was not specified.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was struck while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Avenue K, not at an intersection or crosswalk. He sustained serious injuries, including fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report does not specify the vehicle type or provide details about the driver. No contributing factors or driver errors were recorded in the data. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
Two Sedans Collide on Flatlands Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles struck center to rear and front. The injured driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle, a 20-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash involved a rear-end impact where one sedan struck the center back end of the other, which hit the center front end. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling west. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Farragut Road▸A 46-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash after his sedan was struck from behind on Farragut Road in Brooklyn. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash occurred at night with no listed contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old male driver was injured in a rear-end collision on Farragut Road near Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The sedan, traveling west, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end. The report lists no contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured in this crash.
BMW Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A BMW turned left on Flatbush Avenue. Its bumper hit a 70-year-old man in the head. He fell. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed conscious. The driver was distracted. The man bled on the pavement. The crash left him injured.
A BMW sedan, making a left turn at Flatbush Avenue and Avenue N in Brooklyn, struck a 70-year-old man walking through the intersection. According to the police report, 'The bumper strikes his head. He falls. Blood pools on the pavement. He is conscious. He bleeds. The driver was distracted.' The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The driver’s distraction led to the impact. No other injuries were reported. The data does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
Brooklyn Sedan Collision Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. The injured man was restrained and not ejected. Damage hit the left rear bumper.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2021 Honda sedan, traveling east, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel, damaging the left rear bumper. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The other vehicle, a 2008 Kia sedan, had no occupants and no listed damage. The injured person was a 45-year-old male occupant and driver of the Honda. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Speeding Sedan Hits Children at School Bus Stop▸A Mercedes sped down Avenue J. It struck five pedestrians—four children and a woman—near a stopped school bus. Blood pooled. A 5-year-old girl took the hit to her head. All stayed conscious. The car’s front end bore the mark.
Five pedestrians, including four children ages 1, 3, 5, and 8, and a 33-year-old woman, were struck and injured by a speeding Mercedes sedan on Avenue J near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened as the victims were going to or from a stopped school bus. The 5-year-old girl suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. The 8-year-old girl reported abdominal pain. The 3-year-old and 1-year-old boys had visible injuries but remained conscious. The adult woman suffered fractures and dislocation. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the impact. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
BMW Slams Parked Toyota on Avenue L▸A BMW tore into a parked Toyota on Avenue L. Metal twisted. The driver, thirty-one, felt the crush. The street fell silent. Pain lingered. Unsafe speed and inexperience left bodies hurt and cars broken in Brooklyn’s quiet midday.
A BMW sedan crashed into a parked Toyota on Avenue L at East 59th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the BMW driver, age 31, was alone and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. Several occupants were listed as injured or with unspecified injuries. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The BMW’s left front bumper struck the Toyota’s left rear bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the street quiet, with only the sound of pain remaining. The police report makes clear that driver inexperience and unsafe speed led to the violent impact.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Flatbush Avenue▸A bicyclist suffered head injuries after a collision with a parked SUV on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the bike’s front center. The cyclist was conscious but injured, with abrasions reported.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash involving a 2021 Honda SUV on Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. The SUV was parked before the collision, which impacted its left front quarter panel and the bike’s front center. The bicyclist sustained head injuries and abrasions but was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the data.
Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
- File S 840, Open States, Published 2023-01-09
S 840Parker votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 100Parker co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Senate bill S 100 demands complete street design in state and federally funded projects. Lawmakers push for public guidance. Streets built for people, not just cars.
Senate bill S 100 was introduced on January 4, 2023, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force planners to consider all users—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish street design guidance. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 100,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
E-Bike Hits 8-Year-Old Boy on Flatbush Avenue▸An e-bike struck an 8-year-old boy on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and an arm injury. Police cited the e-bike rider for failing to yield right-of-way. The boy remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling south on Flatbush Avenue failed to yield right-of-way and collided with an 8-year-old pedestrian. The boy sustained a contusion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The e-bike showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected or critically harmed. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to pedestrians.
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Flatbush Avenue▸A 30-year-old man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Avenue K was hit. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, leg, and foot. No driver errors listed. The vehicle type was not specified.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was struck while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Avenue K, not at an intersection or crosswalk. He sustained serious injuries, including fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report does not specify the vehicle type or provide details about the driver. No contributing factors or driver errors were recorded in the data. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
Two Sedans Collide on Flatlands Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles struck center to rear and front. The injured driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle, a 20-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash involved a rear-end impact where one sedan struck the center back end of the other, which hit the center front end. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling west. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Farragut Road▸A 46-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash after his sedan was struck from behind on Farragut Road in Brooklyn. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash occurred at night with no listed contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old male driver was injured in a rear-end collision on Farragut Road near Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The sedan, traveling west, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end. The report lists no contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured in this crash.
BMW Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A BMW turned left on Flatbush Avenue. Its bumper hit a 70-year-old man in the head. He fell. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed conscious. The driver was distracted. The man bled on the pavement. The crash left him injured.
A BMW sedan, making a left turn at Flatbush Avenue and Avenue N in Brooklyn, struck a 70-year-old man walking through the intersection. According to the police report, 'The bumper strikes his head. He falls. Blood pools on the pavement. He is conscious. He bleeds. The driver was distracted.' The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The driver’s distraction led to the impact. No other injuries were reported. The data does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
Brooklyn Sedan Collision Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. The injured man was restrained and not ejected. Damage hit the left rear bumper.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2021 Honda sedan, traveling east, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel, damaging the left rear bumper. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The other vehicle, a 2008 Kia sedan, had no occupants and no listed damage. The injured person was a 45-year-old male occupant and driver of the Honda. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Speeding Sedan Hits Children at School Bus Stop▸A Mercedes sped down Avenue J. It struck five pedestrians—four children and a woman—near a stopped school bus. Blood pooled. A 5-year-old girl took the hit to her head. All stayed conscious. The car’s front end bore the mark.
Five pedestrians, including four children ages 1, 3, 5, and 8, and a 33-year-old woman, were struck and injured by a speeding Mercedes sedan on Avenue J near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened as the victims were going to or from a stopped school bus. The 5-year-old girl suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. The 8-year-old girl reported abdominal pain. The 3-year-old and 1-year-old boys had visible injuries but remained conscious. The adult woman suffered fractures and dislocation. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the impact. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
BMW Slams Parked Toyota on Avenue L▸A BMW tore into a parked Toyota on Avenue L. Metal twisted. The driver, thirty-one, felt the crush. The street fell silent. Pain lingered. Unsafe speed and inexperience left bodies hurt and cars broken in Brooklyn’s quiet midday.
A BMW sedan crashed into a parked Toyota on Avenue L at East 59th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the BMW driver, age 31, was alone and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. Several occupants were listed as injured or with unspecified injuries. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The BMW’s left front bumper struck the Toyota’s left rear bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the street quiet, with only the sound of pain remaining. The police report makes clear that driver inexperience and unsafe speed led to the violent impact.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Flatbush Avenue▸A bicyclist suffered head injuries after a collision with a parked SUV on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the bike’s front center. The cyclist was conscious but injured, with abrasions reported.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash involving a 2021 Honda SUV on Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. The SUV was parked before the collision, which impacted its left front quarter panel and the bike’s front center. The bicyclist sustained head injuries and abrasions but was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the data.
Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
- File S 840, Open States, Published 2023-01-09
S 100Parker co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Senate bill S 100 demands complete street design in state and federally funded projects. Lawmakers push for public guidance. Streets built for people, not just cars.
Senate bill S 100 was introduced on January 4, 2023, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force planners to consider all users—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish street design guidance. No safety analyst note was provided.
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E-Bike Hits 8-Year-Old Boy on Flatbush Avenue▸An e-bike struck an 8-year-old boy on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and an arm injury. Police cited the e-bike rider for failing to yield right-of-way. The boy remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling south on Flatbush Avenue failed to yield right-of-way and collided with an 8-year-old pedestrian. The boy sustained a contusion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The e-bike showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected or critically harmed. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to pedestrians.
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Flatbush Avenue▸A 30-year-old man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Avenue K was hit. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, leg, and foot. No driver errors listed. The vehicle type was not specified.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was struck while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Avenue K, not at an intersection or crosswalk. He sustained serious injuries, including fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report does not specify the vehicle type or provide details about the driver. No contributing factors or driver errors were recorded in the data. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
Two Sedans Collide on Flatlands Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles struck center to rear and front. The injured driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle, a 20-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash involved a rear-end impact where one sedan struck the center back end of the other, which hit the center front end. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling west. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Farragut Road▸A 46-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash after his sedan was struck from behind on Farragut Road in Brooklyn. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash occurred at night with no listed contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old male driver was injured in a rear-end collision on Farragut Road near Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The sedan, traveling west, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end. The report lists no contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured in this crash.
BMW Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A BMW turned left on Flatbush Avenue. Its bumper hit a 70-year-old man in the head. He fell. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed conscious. The driver was distracted. The man bled on the pavement. The crash left him injured.
A BMW sedan, making a left turn at Flatbush Avenue and Avenue N in Brooklyn, struck a 70-year-old man walking through the intersection. According to the police report, 'The bumper strikes his head. He falls. Blood pools on the pavement. He is conscious. He bleeds. The driver was distracted.' The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The driver’s distraction led to the impact. No other injuries were reported. The data does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
Brooklyn Sedan Collision Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. The injured man was restrained and not ejected. Damage hit the left rear bumper.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2021 Honda sedan, traveling east, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel, damaging the left rear bumper. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The other vehicle, a 2008 Kia sedan, had no occupants and no listed damage. The injured person was a 45-year-old male occupant and driver of the Honda. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Speeding Sedan Hits Children at School Bus Stop▸A Mercedes sped down Avenue J. It struck five pedestrians—four children and a woman—near a stopped school bus. Blood pooled. A 5-year-old girl took the hit to her head. All stayed conscious. The car’s front end bore the mark.
Five pedestrians, including four children ages 1, 3, 5, and 8, and a 33-year-old woman, were struck and injured by a speeding Mercedes sedan on Avenue J near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened as the victims were going to or from a stopped school bus. The 5-year-old girl suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. The 8-year-old girl reported abdominal pain. The 3-year-old and 1-year-old boys had visible injuries but remained conscious. The adult woman suffered fractures and dislocation. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the impact. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
BMW Slams Parked Toyota on Avenue L▸A BMW tore into a parked Toyota on Avenue L. Metal twisted. The driver, thirty-one, felt the crush. The street fell silent. Pain lingered. Unsafe speed and inexperience left bodies hurt and cars broken in Brooklyn’s quiet midday.
A BMW sedan crashed into a parked Toyota on Avenue L at East 59th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the BMW driver, age 31, was alone and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. Several occupants were listed as injured or with unspecified injuries. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The BMW’s left front bumper struck the Toyota’s left rear bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the street quiet, with only the sound of pain remaining. The police report makes clear that driver inexperience and unsafe speed led to the violent impact.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Flatbush Avenue▸A bicyclist suffered head injuries after a collision with a parked SUV on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the bike’s front center. The cyclist was conscious but injured, with abrasions reported.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash involving a 2021 Honda SUV on Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. The SUV was parked before the collision, which impacted its left front quarter panel and the bike’s front center. The bicyclist sustained head injuries and abrasions but was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the data.
Senate bill S 100 demands complete street design in state and federally funded projects. Lawmakers push for public guidance. Streets built for people, not just cars.
Senate bill S 100 was introduced on January 4, 2023, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force planners to consider all users—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish street design guidance. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 100, Open States, Published 2023-01-04
E-Bike Hits 8-Year-Old Boy on Flatbush Avenue▸An e-bike struck an 8-year-old boy on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and an arm injury. Police cited the e-bike rider for failing to yield right-of-way. The boy remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling south on Flatbush Avenue failed to yield right-of-way and collided with an 8-year-old pedestrian. The boy sustained a contusion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The e-bike showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected or critically harmed. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to pedestrians.
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Flatbush Avenue▸A 30-year-old man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Avenue K was hit. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, leg, and foot. No driver errors listed. The vehicle type was not specified.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was struck while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Avenue K, not at an intersection or crosswalk. He sustained serious injuries, including fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report does not specify the vehicle type or provide details about the driver. No contributing factors or driver errors were recorded in the data. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
Two Sedans Collide on Flatlands Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles struck center to rear and front. The injured driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle, a 20-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash involved a rear-end impact where one sedan struck the center back end of the other, which hit the center front end. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling west. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Farragut Road▸A 46-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash after his sedan was struck from behind on Farragut Road in Brooklyn. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash occurred at night with no listed contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old male driver was injured in a rear-end collision on Farragut Road near Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The sedan, traveling west, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end. The report lists no contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured in this crash.
BMW Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A BMW turned left on Flatbush Avenue. Its bumper hit a 70-year-old man in the head. He fell. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed conscious. The driver was distracted. The man bled on the pavement. The crash left him injured.
A BMW sedan, making a left turn at Flatbush Avenue and Avenue N in Brooklyn, struck a 70-year-old man walking through the intersection. According to the police report, 'The bumper strikes his head. He falls. Blood pools on the pavement. He is conscious. He bleeds. The driver was distracted.' The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The driver’s distraction led to the impact. No other injuries were reported. The data does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
Brooklyn Sedan Collision Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. The injured man was restrained and not ejected. Damage hit the left rear bumper.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2021 Honda sedan, traveling east, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel, damaging the left rear bumper. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The other vehicle, a 2008 Kia sedan, had no occupants and no listed damage. The injured person was a 45-year-old male occupant and driver of the Honda. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Speeding Sedan Hits Children at School Bus Stop▸A Mercedes sped down Avenue J. It struck five pedestrians—four children and a woman—near a stopped school bus. Blood pooled. A 5-year-old girl took the hit to her head. All stayed conscious. The car’s front end bore the mark.
Five pedestrians, including four children ages 1, 3, 5, and 8, and a 33-year-old woman, were struck and injured by a speeding Mercedes sedan on Avenue J near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened as the victims were going to or from a stopped school bus. The 5-year-old girl suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. The 8-year-old girl reported abdominal pain. The 3-year-old and 1-year-old boys had visible injuries but remained conscious. The adult woman suffered fractures and dislocation. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the impact. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
BMW Slams Parked Toyota on Avenue L▸A BMW tore into a parked Toyota on Avenue L. Metal twisted. The driver, thirty-one, felt the crush. The street fell silent. Pain lingered. Unsafe speed and inexperience left bodies hurt and cars broken in Brooklyn’s quiet midday.
A BMW sedan crashed into a parked Toyota on Avenue L at East 59th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the BMW driver, age 31, was alone and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. Several occupants were listed as injured or with unspecified injuries. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The BMW’s left front bumper struck the Toyota’s left rear bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the street quiet, with only the sound of pain remaining. The police report makes clear that driver inexperience and unsafe speed led to the violent impact.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Flatbush Avenue▸A bicyclist suffered head injuries after a collision with a parked SUV on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the bike’s front center. The cyclist was conscious but injured, with abrasions reported.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash involving a 2021 Honda SUV on Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. The SUV was parked before the collision, which impacted its left front quarter panel and the bike’s front center. The bicyclist sustained head injuries and abrasions but was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the data.
An e-bike struck an 8-year-old boy on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The child suffered bruises and an arm injury. Police cited the e-bike rider for failing to yield right-of-way. The boy remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling south on Flatbush Avenue failed to yield right-of-way and collided with an 8-year-old pedestrian. The boy sustained a contusion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The e-bike showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected or critically harmed. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to pedestrians.
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Flatbush Avenue▸A 30-year-old man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Avenue K was hit. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, leg, and foot. No driver errors listed. The vehicle type was not specified.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was struck while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Avenue K, not at an intersection or crosswalk. He sustained serious injuries, including fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report does not specify the vehicle type or provide details about the driver. No contributing factors or driver errors were recorded in the data. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
Two Sedans Collide on Flatlands Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles struck center to rear and front. The injured driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle, a 20-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash involved a rear-end impact where one sedan struck the center back end of the other, which hit the center front end. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling west. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Farragut Road▸A 46-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash after his sedan was struck from behind on Farragut Road in Brooklyn. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash occurred at night with no listed contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old male driver was injured in a rear-end collision on Farragut Road near Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The sedan, traveling west, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end. The report lists no contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured in this crash.
BMW Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A BMW turned left on Flatbush Avenue. Its bumper hit a 70-year-old man in the head. He fell. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed conscious. The driver was distracted. The man bled on the pavement. The crash left him injured.
A BMW sedan, making a left turn at Flatbush Avenue and Avenue N in Brooklyn, struck a 70-year-old man walking through the intersection. According to the police report, 'The bumper strikes his head. He falls. Blood pools on the pavement. He is conscious. He bleeds. The driver was distracted.' The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The driver’s distraction led to the impact. No other injuries were reported. The data does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
Brooklyn Sedan Collision Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. The injured man was restrained and not ejected. Damage hit the left rear bumper.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2021 Honda sedan, traveling east, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel, damaging the left rear bumper. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The other vehicle, a 2008 Kia sedan, had no occupants and no listed damage. The injured person was a 45-year-old male occupant and driver of the Honda. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Speeding Sedan Hits Children at School Bus Stop▸A Mercedes sped down Avenue J. It struck five pedestrians—four children and a woman—near a stopped school bus. Blood pooled. A 5-year-old girl took the hit to her head. All stayed conscious. The car’s front end bore the mark.
Five pedestrians, including four children ages 1, 3, 5, and 8, and a 33-year-old woman, were struck and injured by a speeding Mercedes sedan on Avenue J near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened as the victims were going to or from a stopped school bus. The 5-year-old girl suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. The 8-year-old girl reported abdominal pain. The 3-year-old and 1-year-old boys had visible injuries but remained conscious. The adult woman suffered fractures and dislocation. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the impact. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
BMW Slams Parked Toyota on Avenue L▸A BMW tore into a parked Toyota on Avenue L. Metal twisted. The driver, thirty-one, felt the crush. The street fell silent. Pain lingered. Unsafe speed and inexperience left bodies hurt and cars broken in Brooklyn’s quiet midday.
A BMW sedan crashed into a parked Toyota on Avenue L at East 59th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the BMW driver, age 31, was alone and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. Several occupants were listed as injured or with unspecified injuries. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The BMW’s left front bumper struck the Toyota’s left rear bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the street quiet, with only the sound of pain remaining. The police report makes clear that driver inexperience and unsafe speed led to the violent impact.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Flatbush Avenue▸A bicyclist suffered head injuries after a collision with a parked SUV on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the bike’s front center. The cyclist was conscious but injured, with abrasions reported.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash involving a 2021 Honda SUV on Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. The SUV was parked before the collision, which impacted its left front quarter panel and the bike’s front center. The bicyclist sustained head injuries and abrasions but was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the data.
A 30-year-old man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Avenue K was hit. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, leg, and foot. No driver errors listed. The vehicle type was not specified.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was struck while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Avenue K, not at an intersection or crosswalk. He sustained serious injuries, including fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report does not specify the vehicle type or provide details about the driver. No contributing factors or driver errors were recorded in the data. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
Two Sedans Collide on Flatlands Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles struck center to rear and front. The injured driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle, a 20-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash involved a rear-end impact where one sedan struck the center back end of the other, which hit the center front end. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling west. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Farragut Road▸A 46-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash after his sedan was struck from behind on Farragut Road in Brooklyn. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash occurred at night with no listed contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old male driver was injured in a rear-end collision on Farragut Road near Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The sedan, traveling west, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end. The report lists no contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured in this crash.
BMW Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A BMW turned left on Flatbush Avenue. Its bumper hit a 70-year-old man in the head. He fell. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed conscious. The driver was distracted. The man bled on the pavement. The crash left him injured.
A BMW sedan, making a left turn at Flatbush Avenue and Avenue N in Brooklyn, struck a 70-year-old man walking through the intersection. According to the police report, 'The bumper strikes his head. He falls. Blood pools on the pavement. He is conscious. He bleeds. The driver was distracted.' The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The driver’s distraction led to the impact. No other injuries were reported. The data does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
Brooklyn Sedan Collision Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. The injured man was restrained and not ejected. Damage hit the left rear bumper.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2021 Honda sedan, traveling east, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel, damaging the left rear bumper. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The other vehicle, a 2008 Kia sedan, had no occupants and no listed damage. The injured person was a 45-year-old male occupant and driver of the Honda. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Speeding Sedan Hits Children at School Bus Stop▸A Mercedes sped down Avenue J. It struck five pedestrians—four children and a woman—near a stopped school bus. Blood pooled. A 5-year-old girl took the hit to her head. All stayed conscious. The car’s front end bore the mark.
Five pedestrians, including four children ages 1, 3, 5, and 8, and a 33-year-old woman, were struck and injured by a speeding Mercedes sedan on Avenue J near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened as the victims were going to or from a stopped school bus. The 5-year-old girl suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. The 8-year-old girl reported abdominal pain. The 3-year-old and 1-year-old boys had visible injuries but remained conscious. The adult woman suffered fractures and dislocation. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the impact. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
BMW Slams Parked Toyota on Avenue L▸A BMW tore into a parked Toyota on Avenue L. Metal twisted. The driver, thirty-one, felt the crush. The street fell silent. Pain lingered. Unsafe speed and inexperience left bodies hurt and cars broken in Brooklyn’s quiet midday.
A BMW sedan crashed into a parked Toyota on Avenue L at East 59th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the BMW driver, age 31, was alone and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. Several occupants were listed as injured or with unspecified injuries. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The BMW’s left front bumper struck the Toyota’s left rear bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the street quiet, with only the sound of pain remaining. The police report makes clear that driver inexperience and unsafe speed led to the violent impact.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Flatbush Avenue▸A bicyclist suffered head injuries after a collision with a parked SUV on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the bike’s front center. The cyclist was conscious but injured, with abrasions reported.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash involving a 2021 Honda SUV on Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. The SUV was parked before the collision, which impacted its left front quarter panel and the bike’s front center. The bicyclist sustained head injuries and abrasions but was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the data.
Two sedans crashed on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles struck center to rear and front. The injured driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Flatlands Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle, a 20-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash involved a rear-end impact where one sedan struck the center back end of the other, which hit the center front end. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling west. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Farragut Road▸A 46-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash after his sedan was struck from behind on Farragut Road in Brooklyn. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash occurred at night with no listed contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old male driver was injured in a rear-end collision on Farragut Road near Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The sedan, traveling west, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end. The report lists no contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured in this crash.
BMW Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A BMW turned left on Flatbush Avenue. Its bumper hit a 70-year-old man in the head. He fell. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed conscious. The driver was distracted. The man bled on the pavement. The crash left him injured.
A BMW sedan, making a left turn at Flatbush Avenue and Avenue N in Brooklyn, struck a 70-year-old man walking through the intersection. According to the police report, 'The bumper strikes his head. He falls. Blood pools on the pavement. He is conscious. He bleeds. The driver was distracted.' The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The driver’s distraction led to the impact. No other injuries were reported. The data does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
Brooklyn Sedan Collision Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. The injured man was restrained and not ejected. Damage hit the left rear bumper.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2021 Honda sedan, traveling east, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel, damaging the left rear bumper. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The other vehicle, a 2008 Kia sedan, had no occupants and no listed damage. The injured person was a 45-year-old male occupant and driver of the Honda. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Speeding Sedan Hits Children at School Bus Stop▸A Mercedes sped down Avenue J. It struck five pedestrians—four children and a woman—near a stopped school bus. Blood pooled. A 5-year-old girl took the hit to her head. All stayed conscious. The car’s front end bore the mark.
Five pedestrians, including four children ages 1, 3, 5, and 8, and a 33-year-old woman, were struck and injured by a speeding Mercedes sedan on Avenue J near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened as the victims were going to or from a stopped school bus. The 5-year-old girl suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. The 8-year-old girl reported abdominal pain. The 3-year-old and 1-year-old boys had visible injuries but remained conscious. The adult woman suffered fractures and dislocation. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the impact. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
BMW Slams Parked Toyota on Avenue L▸A BMW tore into a parked Toyota on Avenue L. Metal twisted. The driver, thirty-one, felt the crush. The street fell silent. Pain lingered. Unsafe speed and inexperience left bodies hurt and cars broken in Brooklyn’s quiet midday.
A BMW sedan crashed into a parked Toyota on Avenue L at East 59th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the BMW driver, age 31, was alone and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. Several occupants were listed as injured or with unspecified injuries. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The BMW’s left front bumper struck the Toyota’s left rear bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the street quiet, with only the sound of pain remaining. The police report makes clear that driver inexperience and unsafe speed led to the violent impact.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Flatbush Avenue▸A bicyclist suffered head injuries after a collision with a parked SUV on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the bike’s front center. The cyclist was conscious but injured, with abrasions reported.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash involving a 2021 Honda SUV on Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. The SUV was parked before the collision, which impacted its left front quarter panel and the bike’s front center. The bicyclist sustained head injuries and abrasions but was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the data.
A 46-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash after his sedan was struck from behind on Farragut Road in Brooklyn. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash occurred at night with no listed contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old male driver was injured in a rear-end collision on Farragut Road near Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The sedan, traveling west, was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end. The report lists no contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured in this crash.
BMW Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A BMW turned left on Flatbush Avenue. Its bumper hit a 70-year-old man in the head. He fell. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed conscious. The driver was distracted. The man bled on the pavement. The crash left him injured.
A BMW sedan, making a left turn at Flatbush Avenue and Avenue N in Brooklyn, struck a 70-year-old man walking through the intersection. According to the police report, 'The bumper strikes his head. He falls. Blood pools on the pavement. He is conscious. He bleeds. The driver was distracted.' The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The driver’s distraction led to the impact. No other injuries were reported. The data does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
Brooklyn Sedan Collision Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. The injured man was restrained and not ejected. Damage hit the left rear bumper.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2021 Honda sedan, traveling east, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel, damaging the left rear bumper. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The other vehicle, a 2008 Kia sedan, had no occupants and no listed damage. The injured person was a 45-year-old male occupant and driver of the Honda. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Speeding Sedan Hits Children at School Bus Stop▸A Mercedes sped down Avenue J. It struck five pedestrians—four children and a woman—near a stopped school bus. Blood pooled. A 5-year-old girl took the hit to her head. All stayed conscious. The car’s front end bore the mark.
Five pedestrians, including four children ages 1, 3, 5, and 8, and a 33-year-old woman, were struck and injured by a speeding Mercedes sedan on Avenue J near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened as the victims were going to or from a stopped school bus. The 5-year-old girl suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. The 8-year-old girl reported abdominal pain. The 3-year-old and 1-year-old boys had visible injuries but remained conscious. The adult woman suffered fractures and dislocation. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the impact. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
BMW Slams Parked Toyota on Avenue L▸A BMW tore into a parked Toyota on Avenue L. Metal twisted. The driver, thirty-one, felt the crush. The street fell silent. Pain lingered. Unsafe speed and inexperience left bodies hurt and cars broken in Brooklyn’s quiet midday.
A BMW sedan crashed into a parked Toyota on Avenue L at East 59th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the BMW driver, age 31, was alone and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. Several occupants were listed as injured or with unspecified injuries. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The BMW’s left front bumper struck the Toyota’s left rear bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the street quiet, with only the sound of pain remaining. The police report makes clear that driver inexperience and unsafe speed led to the violent impact.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Flatbush Avenue▸A bicyclist suffered head injuries after a collision with a parked SUV on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the bike’s front center. The cyclist was conscious but injured, with abrasions reported.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash involving a 2021 Honda SUV on Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. The SUV was parked before the collision, which impacted its left front quarter panel and the bike’s front center. The bicyclist sustained head injuries and abrasions but was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the data.
A BMW turned left on Flatbush Avenue. Its bumper hit a 70-year-old man in the head. He fell. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed conscious. The driver was distracted. The man bled on the pavement. The crash left him injured.
A BMW sedan, making a left turn at Flatbush Avenue and Avenue N in Brooklyn, struck a 70-year-old man walking through the intersection. According to the police report, 'The bumper strikes his head. He falls. Blood pools on the pavement. He is conscious. He bleeds. The driver was distracted.' The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The driver’s distraction led to the impact. No other injuries were reported. The data does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor.
Brooklyn Sedan Collision Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. The injured man was restrained and not ejected. Damage hit the left rear bumper.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2021 Honda sedan, traveling east, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel, damaging the left rear bumper. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The other vehicle, a 2008 Kia sedan, had no occupants and no listed damage. The injured person was a 45-year-old male occupant and driver of the Honda. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Speeding Sedan Hits Children at School Bus Stop▸A Mercedes sped down Avenue J. It struck five pedestrians—four children and a woman—near a stopped school bus. Blood pooled. A 5-year-old girl took the hit to her head. All stayed conscious. The car’s front end bore the mark.
Five pedestrians, including four children ages 1, 3, 5, and 8, and a 33-year-old woman, were struck and injured by a speeding Mercedes sedan on Avenue J near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened as the victims were going to or from a stopped school bus. The 5-year-old girl suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. The 8-year-old girl reported abdominal pain. The 3-year-old and 1-year-old boys had visible injuries but remained conscious. The adult woman suffered fractures and dislocation. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the impact. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
BMW Slams Parked Toyota on Avenue L▸A BMW tore into a parked Toyota on Avenue L. Metal twisted. The driver, thirty-one, felt the crush. The street fell silent. Pain lingered. Unsafe speed and inexperience left bodies hurt and cars broken in Brooklyn’s quiet midday.
A BMW sedan crashed into a parked Toyota on Avenue L at East 59th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the BMW driver, age 31, was alone and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. Several occupants were listed as injured or with unspecified injuries. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The BMW’s left front bumper struck the Toyota’s left rear bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the street quiet, with only the sound of pain remaining. The police report makes clear that driver inexperience and unsafe speed led to the violent impact.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Flatbush Avenue▸A bicyclist suffered head injuries after a collision with a parked SUV on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the bike’s front center. The cyclist was conscious but injured, with abrasions reported.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash involving a 2021 Honda SUV on Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. The SUV was parked before the collision, which impacted its left front quarter panel and the bike’s front center. The bicyclist sustained head injuries and abrasions but was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the data.
Two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of one vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. The injured man was restrained and not ejected. Damage hit the left rear bumper.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 54 Street in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2021 Honda sedan, traveling east, was injured with back pain and whiplash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel, damaging the left rear bumper. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The other vehicle, a 2008 Kia sedan, had no occupants and no listed damage. The injured person was a 45-year-old male occupant and driver of the Honda. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Speeding Sedan Hits Children at School Bus Stop▸A Mercedes sped down Avenue J. It struck five pedestrians—four children and a woman—near a stopped school bus. Blood pooled. A 5-year-old girl took the hit to her head. All stayed conscious. The car’s front end bore the mark.
Five pedestrians, including four children ages 1, 3, 5, and 8, and a 33-year-old woman, were struck and injured by a speeding Mercedes sedan on Avenue J near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened as the victims were going to or from a stopped school bus. The 5-year-old girl suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. The 8-year-old girl reported abdominal pain. The 3-year-old and 1-year-old boys had visible injuries but remained conscious. The adult woman suffered fractures and dislocation. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the impact. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
BMW Slams Parked Toyota on Avenue L▸A BMW tore into a parked Toyota on Avenue L. Metal twisted. The driver, thirty-one, felt the crush. The street fell silent. Pain lingered. Unsafe speed and inexperience left bodies hurt and cars broken in Brooklyn’s quiet midday.
A BMW sedan crashed into a parked Toyota on Avenue L at East 59th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the BMW driver, age 31, was alone and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. Several occupants were listed as injured or with unspecified injuries. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The BMW’s left front bumper struck the Toyota’s left rear bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the street quiet, with only the sound of pain remaining. The police report makes clear that driver inexperience and unsafe speed led to the violent impact.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Flatbush Avenue▸A bicyclist suffered head injuries after a collision with a parked SUV on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the bike’s front center. The cyclist was conscious but injured, with abrasions reported.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash involving a 2021 Honda SUV on Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. The SUV was parked before the collision, which impacted its left front quarter panel and the bike’s front center. The bicyclist sustained head injuries and abrasions but was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the data.
A Mercedes sped down Avenue J. It struck five pedestrians—four children and a woman—near a stopped school bus. Blood pooled. A 5-year-old girl took the hit to her head. All stayed conscious. The car’s front end bore the mark.
Five pedestrians, including four children ages 1, 3, 5, and 8, and a 33-year-old woman, were struck and injured by a speeding Mercedes sedan on Avenue J near New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened as the victims were going to or from a stopped school bus. The 5-year-old girl suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. The 8-year-old girl reported abdominal pain. The 3-year-old and 1-year-old boys had visible injuries but remained conscious. The adult woman suffered fractures and dislocation. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the impact. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
BMW Slams Parked Toyota on Avenue L▸A BMW tore into a parked Toyota on Avenue L. Metal twisted. The driver, thirty-one, felt the crush. The street fell silent. Pain lingered. Unsafe speed and inexperience left bodies hurt and cars broken in Brooklyn’s quiet midday.
A BMW sedan crashed into a parked Toyota on Avenue L at East 59th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the BMW driver, age 31, was alone and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. Several occupants were listed as injured or with unspecified injuries. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The BMW’s left front bumper struck the Toyota’s left rear bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the street quiet, with only the sound of pain remaining. The police report makes clear that driver inexperience and unsafe speed led to the violent impact.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Flatbush Avenue▸A bicyclist suffered head injuries after a collision with a parked SUV on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the bike’s front center. The cyclist was conscious but injured, with abrasions reported.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash involving a 2021 Honda SUV on Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. The SUV was parked before the collision, which impacted its left front quarter panel and the bike’s front center. The bicyclist sustained head injuries and abrasions but was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the data.
A BMW tore into a parked Toyota on Avenue L. Metal twisted. The driver, thirty-one, felt the crush. The street fell silent. Pain lingered. Unsafe speed and inexperience left bodies hurt and cars broken in Brooklyn’s quiet midday.
A BMW sedan crashed into a parked Toyota on Avenue L at East 59th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the BMW driver, age 31, was alone and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. Several occupants were listed as injured or with unspecified injuries. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The BMW’s left front bumper struck the Toyota’s left rear bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the street quiet, with only the sound of pain remaining. The police report makes clear that driver inexperience and unsafe speed led to the violent impact.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Flatbush Avenue▸A bicyclist suffered head injuries after a collision with a parked SUV on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the bike’s front center. The cyclist was conscious but injured, with abrasions reported.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash involving a 2021 Honda SUV on Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. The SUV was parked before the collision, which impacted its left front quarter panel and the bike’s front center. The bicyclist sustained head injuries and abrasions but was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the data.
A bicyclist suffered head injuries after a collision with a parked SUV on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the bike’s front center. The cyclist was conscious but injured, with abrasions reported.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash involving a 2021 Honda SUV on Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. The SUV was parked before the collision, which impacted its left front quarter panel and the bike’s front center. The bicyclist sustained head injuries and abrasions but was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the data.