Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 60?
She Survived Everything—Except a Brooklyn Crosswalk
Precinct 60: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025
The Toll in Blood and Silence
A woman crosses Cropsey Avenue. She is ninety-five. She has survived Nazis, Chernobyl, and COVID. A cargo van turns left. She does not survive the street. Her home health aide is hurt. The driver is not charged. Her daughter remembers her as “a very active lady.” The city moves on.
In the last twelve months, one person died and 423 were injured in traffic crashes in Precinct 60. Three suffered serious injuries. Children are not spared. One child died. Thirty-nine more were hurt. The numbers do not rest. They do not lie.
The Pattern: Cars, Trucks, and Broken Bodies
Cars and SUVs are the main weapons. In three years, they killed two, seriously injured two, and left 78 with moderate wounds. Trucks and buses hurt eight. Motorcycles and bikes add to the count. No one is safe. Not the young. Not the old. Not the ones just trying to cross the street.
A police shooting at a roadblock near the Belt Parkway ends with a dead driver. The city calls it enforcement. The street calls it another day.
Leadership: Words, Laws, and the Waiting
The city says it is serious. The mayor insists, “One life lost to traffic violence is one life too many.” The council passes bills. Cameras catch speeders. But the deaths keep coming. The police have the tools. They can enforce speed limits. They can ticket reckless drivers. They can target the corners where people die. They just need to act.
What Now: No More Waiting
Every day of delay is another family broken. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand lower speed limits. Demand real enforcement. Demand that Precinct 60 use every tool to protect the people who walk and ride. Do not wait for the next name. Take action now.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue, Gothamist, Published 2025-01-26
- Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue, Gothamist, Published 2025-01-26
- Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock, New York Post, Published 2025-04-30
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4492002 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-04
Other Representatives
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District 48
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▸ Other Geographies
Precinct 60 Police Precinct 60 sits in Brooklyn, District 48, AD 45, SD 17.
It contains Brooklyn CB13, Gravesend (South), Coney Island-Sea Gate, Brighton Beach, Calvert Vaux Park.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 60
2Driver Fell Asleep, Two Pedestrians Injured in Brooklyn▸A sedan struck two pedestrians at W 23rd Street. Both suffered leg injuries. The crash happened after midnight. Police say the driver fell asleep. The street turned violent in a moment. Shock followed. Metal and flesh collided. Brooklyn paid the price.
Two pedestrians, a 32-year-old woman and a 38-year-old man, were injured when a sedan struck them at the intersection of 2945 W 23rd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep' before the crash. Both pedestrians suffered injuries to their knees, lower legs, and feet, and were left in shock. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. No other contributing factors are noted. The crash involved multiple vehicles, but only the pedestrians sustained reported injuries. The data does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The incident underscores the danger faced by people on foot when drivers lose control.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
SUV Rear-End Crash on Belt Parkway Ramp▸Two SUVs collided on Belt Parkway ramp. One driver suffered head injury. Police cite following too closely. Impact struck center back end. System failed to protect occupants.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed on the Belt Parkway ramp in Brooklyn. One driver, a 35-year-old woman, sustained a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' The impact struck the center back end of one SUV. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report lists no other contributing factors. Systemic danger persists when drivers follow too closely, leaving little margin for error.
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Stillwell▸A sedan hit a young woman crossing Stillwell Avenue with the signal. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed busy. The danger was real.
A 24-year-old woman was hit by a sedan while crossing Stillwell Avenue at Mermaid Avenue in Brooklyn. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as the contributing factor. The sedan’s front end struck the pedestrian. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupant. The crash highlights the risk pedestrians face even when following traffic signals, especially when drivers are distracted.
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash▸A man crossed Fulton Street. A Ford Explorer hit him. The driver sped off. The man died at the hospital. The street stayed quiet. Police searched for the car. The city counted another lost life.
ABC7 reported on May 17, 2025, that a 55-year-old man was killed while crossing Fulton Street at Washington Avenue in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn. According to police, 'a burgundy Ford Explorer with Pennsylvania license plates struck and killed the 55-year-old man.' The driver did not remain at the scene. The crash happened just before 12:30 a.m. The victim was taken to Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent problem of hit-and-run drivers in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-17
2Garbage Truck Hits Two Pedestrians on W 21st▸A garbage truck struck two pedestrians on W 21st. Both suffered arm injuries and shock. The truck’s left front bumper took the hit. Police list no clear cause. The street stayed dangerous.
A garbage truck traveling east on W 21st Street in Brooklyn struck two pedestrians. Both pedestrians, a 29-year-old man and a 22-year-old woman, were injured in the shoulder and upper arm and experienced shock. According to the police report, the truck's left front bumper was the point of impact. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data. The pedestrians were walking along the highway against traffic. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by people on foot in city streets.
Sedan Backs Into Cyclist on Avenue Y▸A sedan reversed into a cyclist on Avenue Y. The rider, a 52-year-old woman, suffered a bruised leg. Both vehicles moved east. The crash left the cyclist hurt and exposed.
A sedan and a bicycle collided at 416 Avenue Y in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 52-year-old woman, was injured, suffering a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the sedan was backing up and struck the cyclist. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The crash left the cyclist conscious but hurt. No driver errors were specified in the data. No mention of helmet use or signaling appears in the report.
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸A car struck Larry Maxwell, 72, on Sutter Avenue. The driver had just crashed into another vehicle and fled. Maxwell died at Brookdale Hospital. The driver did not stop. Police are still searching. No arrests. The street stayed quiet.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Larry Maxwell, 72, was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brownsville, Brooklyn. The article states, “An elderly man was mowed down and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn on May 10, just seconds after the same driver smashed into a nearby vehicle.” The driver first collided with a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, then continued on and struck Maxwell near Sutter Ave. and Osborn St. The Malibu’s occupants were uninjured and remained at the scene. The driver who killed Maxwell fled and remains unidentified. The NYPD Highway District collision investigation squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The case highlights the lethal risk of fleeing drivers and the ongoing challenge of enforcement.
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Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
3SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Neptune Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on Neptune Avenue. One driver and one passenger suffered injuries. Police cite handheld cell phone use as a factor. Shock and concussion followed the crash.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV rear-ended the other. A 61-year-old male driver and a 37-year-old female passenger were injured, with the driver suffering a head injury and concussion. Both showed signs of shock. Police list 'Cell Phone (hand-Held)' as a contributing factor. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers are distracted behind the wheel.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Cyclist▸A sedan hit a 74-year-old cyclist on Neptune Ave. The cyclist was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The street bears the mark of impact and age collides with steel.
A sedan making a left turn on Neptune Ave struck a 74-year-old man riding a bike straight ahead. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the crash. The report lists no other contributing factors. The force of the collision left the cyclist in shock, with abrasions and head trauma. The sedan's left front bumper took the impact. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to pay attention and lack experience.
Distracted Drivers Collide on Neptune Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Neptune Avenue. One passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at 371 Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted. One male passenger, age 29, suffered a neck injury and whiplash. The crash involved vehicles traveling east and west. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes lap belts for most passengers but lists no other contributing factors.
Taxi Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at U-Turn▸Taxi making U-turn hit 88-year-old man at intersection. Head wound. Blood on pavement. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
An 88-year-old man was struck by a taxi while crossing at the intersection of 2800 W 5 St in Brooklyn. He suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, the taxi was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Infiniti taxi. No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants. The impact was to the left front bumper of the taxi.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
Distracted Drivers Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. One driver, nineteen, took a blow to the head. Police cite driver inattention. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred.
Two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west and struck at the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash left one driver injured and both cars damaged.
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Neptune Ave▸SUV turned left on Neptune Ave. Cyclist ejected, leg injured. Police cite failure to keep right. Impact was swift. System failed the rider.
A 48-year-old cyclist was injured after being struck by an SUV making a left turn at Neptune Ave and Brighton 4 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a knee and lower leg injury. The report lists 'Failure to Keep Right' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s error. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Stillwell Avenue▸A sedan slammed into a parked car on Stillwell Avenue. An 18-year-old passenger suffered a fractured arm. The driver bled from the face. Both were conscious. Police list causes as unspecified.
A sedan traveling east on Stillwell Avenue collided with a parked car near Avenue U in Brooklyn. An 18-year-old male passenger sustained a fractured and dislocated upper arm. The driver, a male, suffered minor facial bleeding. According to the police report, both injuries were documented as the result of the crash. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ocean Parkway Crash Injures Child and Driver▸SUV and sedan collided on Ocean Parkway. Two women and a child hurt. Police cite failure to yield and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A crash at Ocean Parkway and Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn left a child and a 52-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The child, riding as a rear passenger, and the SUV driver suffered injuries. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes child restraint use for the child and seat belts for adults, but only after citing driver errors.
Pickup Backs Into Parked Sedan, Driver Hurt▸A pickup truck backed into a parked sedan on West 20th Street. The sedan driver suffered a leg injury. Police cite unsafe backing. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.
A pickup truck, backing south on West 20th Street in Brooklyn, struck a parked sedan. The sedan’s driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered a knee and lower leg injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Backing Unsafely.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact damaged the sedan’s right front bumper and the truck’s rear. The data shows the injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No further injuries were reported.
A sedan struck two pedestrians at W 23rd Street. Both suffered leg injuries. The crash happened after midnight. Police say the driver fell asleep. The street turned violent in a moment. Shock followed. Metal and flesh collided. Brooklyn paid the price.
Two pedestrians, a 32-year-old woman and a 38-year-old man, were injured when a sedan struck them at the intersection of 2945 W 23rd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep' before the crash. Both pedestrians suffered injuries to their knees, lower legs, and feet, and were left in shock. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. No other contributing factors are noted. The crash involved multiple vehicles, but only the pedestrians sustained reported injuries. The data does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The incident underscores the danger faced by people on foot when drivers lose control.
Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash▸A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
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Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-25
SUV Rear-End Crash on Belt Parkway Ramp▸Two SUVs collided on Belt Parkway ramp. One driver suffered head injury. Police cite following too closely. Impact struck center back end. System failed to protect occupants.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed on the Belt Parkway ramp in Brooklyn. One driver, a 35-year-old woman, sustained a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' The impact struck the center back end of one SUV. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report lists no other contributing factors. Systemic danger persists when drivers follow too closely, leaving little margin for error.
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Stillwell▸A sedan hit a young woman crossing Stillwell Avenue with the signal. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed busy. The danger was real.
A 24-year-old woman was hit by a sedan while crossing Stillwell Avenue at Mermaid Avenue in Brooklyn. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as the contributing factor. The sedan’s front end struck the pedestrian. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupant. The crash highlights the risk pedestrians face even when following traffic signals, especially when drivers are distracted.
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash▸A man crossed Fulton Street. A Ford Explorer hit him. The driver sped off. The man died at the hospital. The street stayed quiet. Police searched for the car. The city counted another lost life.
ABC7 reported on May 17, 2025, that a 55-year-old man was killed while crossing Fulton Street at Washington Avenue in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn. According to police, 'a burgundy Ford Explorer with Pennsylvania license plates struck and killed the 55-year-old man.' The driver did not remain at the scene. The crash happened just before 12:30 a.m. The victim was taken to Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent problem of hit-and-run drivers in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-17
2Garbage Truck Hits Two Pedestrians on W 21st▸A garbage truck struck two pedestrians on W 21st. Both suffered arm injuries and shock. The truck’s left front bumper took the hit. Police list no clear cause. The street stayed dangerous.
A garbage truck traveling east on W 21st Street in Brooklyn struck two pedestrians. Both pedestrians, a 29-year-old man and a 22-year-old woman, were injured in the shoulder and upper arm and experienced shock. According to the police report, the truck's left front bumper was the point of impact. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data. The pedestrians were walking along the highway against traffic. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by people on foot in city streets.
Sedan Backs Into Cyclist on Avenue Y▸A sedan reversed into a cyclist on Avenue Y. The rider, a 52-year-old woman, suffered a bruised leg. Both vehicles moved east. The crash left the cyclist hurt and exposed.
A sedan and a bicycle collided at 416 Avenue Y in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 52-year-old woman, was injured, suffering a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the sedan was backing up and struck the cyclist. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The crash left the cyclist conscious but hurt. No driver errors were specified in the data. No mention of helmet use or signaling appears in the report.
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸A car struck Larry Maxwell, 72, on Sutter Avenue. The driver had just crashed into another vehicle and fled. Maxwell died at Brookdale Hospital. The driver did not stop. Police are still searching. No arrests. The street stayed quiet.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Larry Maxwell, 72, was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brownsville, Brooklyn. The article states, “An elderly man was mowed down and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn on May 10, just seconds after the same driver smashed into a nearby vehicle.” The driver first collided with a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, then continued on and struck Maxwell near Sutter Ave. and Osborn St. The Malibu’s occupants were uninjured and remained at the scene. The driver who killed Maxwell fled and remains unidentified. The NYPD Highway District collision investigation squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The case highlights the lethal risk of fleeing drivers and the ongoing challenge of enforcement.
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Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
3SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Neptune Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on Neptune Avenue. One driver and one passenger suffered injuries. Police cite handheld cell phone use as a factor. Shock and concussion followed the crash.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV rear-ended the other. A 61-year-old male driver and a 37-year-old female passenger were injured, with the driver suffering a head injury and concussion. Both showed signs of shock. Police list 'Cell Phone (hand-Held)' as a contributing factor. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers are distracted behind the wheel.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Cyclist▸A sedan hit a 74-year-old cyclist on Neptune Ave. The cyclist was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The street bears the mark of impact and age collides with steel.
A sedan making a left turn on Neptune Ave struck a 74-year-old man riding a bike straight ahead. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the crash. The report lists no other contributing factors. The force of the collision left the cyclist in shock, with abrasions and head trauma. The sedan's left front bumper took the impact. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to pay attention and lack experience.
Distracted Drivers Collide on Neptune Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Neptune Avenue. One passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at 371 Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted. One male passenger, age 29, suffered a neck injury and whiplash. The crash involved vehicles traveling east and west. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes lap belts for most passengers but lists no other contributing factors.
Taxi Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at U-Turn▸Taxi making U-turn hit 88-year-old man at intersection. Head wound. Blood on pavement. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
An 88-year-old man was struck by a taxi while crossing at the intersection of 2800 W 5 St in Brooklyn. He suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, the taxi was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Infiniti taxi. No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants. The impact was to the left front bumper of the taxi.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
Distracted Drivers Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. One driver, nineteen, took a blow to the head. Police cite driver inattention. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred.
Two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west and struck at the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash left one driver injured and both cars damaged.
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Neptune Ave▸SUV turned left on Neptune Ave. Cyclist ejected, leg injured. Police cite failure to keep right. Impact was swift. System failed the rider.
A 48-year-old cyclist was injured after being struck by an SUV making a left turn at Neptune Ave and Brighton 4 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a knee and lower leg injury. The report lists 'Failure to Keep Right' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s error. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Stillwell Avenue▸A sedan slammed into a parked car on Stillwell Avenue. An 18-year-old passenger suffered a fractured arm. The driver bled from the face. Both were conscious. Police list causes as unspecified.
A sedan traveling east on Stillwell Avenue collided with a parked car near Avenue U in Brooklyn. An 18-year-old male passenger sustained a fractured and dislocated upper arm. The driver, a male, suffered minor facial bleeding. According to the police report, both injuries were documented as the result of the crash. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ocean Parkway Crash Injures Child and Driver▸SUV and sedan collided on Ocean Parkway. Two women and a child hurt. Police cite failure to yield and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A crash at Ocean Parkway and Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn left a child and a 52-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The child, riding as a rear passenger, and the SUV driver suffered injuries. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes child restraint use for the child and seat belts for adults, but only after citing driver errors.
Pickup Backs Into Parked Sedan, Driver Hurt▸A pickup truck backed into a parked sedan on West 20th Street. The sedan driver suffered a leg injury. Police cite unsafe backing. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.
A pickup truck, backing south on West 20th Street in Brooklyn, struck a parked sedan. The sedan’s driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered a knee and lower leg injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Backing Unsafely.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact damaged the sedan’s right front bumper and the truck’s rear. The data shows the injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No further injuries were reported.
A pregnant woman stood in the street after a fender bender. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off. She died at the scene. The driver fled on foot. Family waits for answers. The street holds the silence.
ABC7 reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old pregnant woman was killed in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, after a traffic incident at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. The article states, "Authorities say a female driver slammed into the victim as she stood in the roadway after a traffic incident." The victim, Tiffany Cifuni, had exited her SUV following a minor collision and approached the other vehicle. The driver then accelerated, dragging Cifuni and driving the wrong way before striking parked cars and fleeing on foot. The crash highlights the dangers of post-collision interactions and reckless driving. Police continue to search for the suspect.
- Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Crash, ABC7, Published 2025-05-25
SUV Rear-End Crash on Belt Parkway Ramp▸Two SUVs collided on Belt Parkway ramp. One driver suffered head injury. Police cite following too closely. Impact struck center back end. System failed to protect occupants.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed on the Belt Parkway ramp in Brooklyn. One driver, a 35-year-old woman, sustained a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' The impact struck the center back end of one SUV. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report lists no other contributing factors. Systemic danger persists when drivers follow too closely, leaving little margin for error.
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Stillwell▸A sedan hit a young woman crossing Stillwell Avenue with the signal. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed busy. The danger was real.
A 24-year-old woman was hit by a sedan while crossing Stillwell Avenue at Mermaid Avenue in Brooklyn. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as the contributing factor. The sedan’s front end struck the pedestrian. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupant. The crash highlights the risk pedestrians face even when following traffic signals, especially when drivers are distracted.
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash▸A man crossed Fulton Street. A Ford Explorer hit him. The driver sped off. The man died at the hospital. The street stayed quiet. Police searched for the car. The city counted another lost life.
ABC7 reported on May 17, 2025, that a 55-year-old man was killed while crossing Fulton Street at Washington Avenue in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn. According to police, 'a burgundy Ford Explorer with Pennsylvania license plates struck and killed the 55-year-old man.' The driver did not remain at the scene. The crash happened just before 12:30 a.m. The victim was taken to Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent problem of hit-and-run drivers in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-17
2Garbage Truck Hits Two Pedestrians on W 21st▸A garbage truck struck two pedestrians on W 21st. Both suffered arm injuries and shock. The truck’s left front bumper took the hit. Police list no clear cause. The street stayed dangerous.
A garbage truck traveling east on W 21st Street in Brooklyn struck two pedestrians. Both pedestrians, a 29-year-old man and a 22-year-old woman, were injured in the shoulder and upper arm and experienced shock. According to the police report, the truck's left front bumper was the point of impact. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data. The pedestrians were walking along the highway against traffic. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by people on foot in city streets.
Sedan Backs Into Cyclist on Avenue Y▸A sedan reversed into a cyclist on Avenue Y. The rider, a 52-year-old woman, suffered a bruised leg. Both vehicles moved east. The crash left the cyclist hurt and exposed.
A sedan and a bicycle collided at 416 Avenue Y in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 52-year-old woman, was injured, suffering a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the sedan was backing up and struck the cyclist. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The crash left the cyclist conscious but hurt. No driver errors were specified in the data. No mention of helmet use or signaling appears in the report.
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸A car struck Larry Maxwell, 72, on Sutter Avenue. The driver had just crashed into another vehicle and fled. Maxwell died at Brookdale Hospital. The driver did not stop. Police are still searching. No arrests. The street stayed quiet.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Larry Maxwell, 72, was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brownsville, Brooklyn. The article states, “An elderly man was mowed down and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn on May 10, just seconds after the same driver smashed into a nearby vehicle.” The driver first collided with a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, then continued on and struck Maxwell near Sutter Ave. and Osborn St. The Malibu’s occupants were uninjured and remained at the scene. The driver who killed Maxwell fled and remains unidentified. The NYPD Highway District collision investigation squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The case highlights the lethal risk of fleeing drivers and the ongoing challenge of enforcement.
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Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
3SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Neptune Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on Neptune Avenue. One driver and one passenger suffered injuries. Police cite handheld cell phone use as a factor. Shock and concussion followed the crash.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV rear-ended the other. A 61-year-old male driver and a 37-year-old female passenger were injured, with the driver suffering a head injury and concussion. Both showed signs of shock. Police list 'Cell Phone (hand-Held)' as a contributing factor. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers are distracted behind the wheel.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Cyclist▸A sedan hit a 74-year-old cyclist on Neptune Ave. The cyclist was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The street bears the mark of impact and age collides with steel.
A sedan making a left turn on Neptune Ave struck a 74-year-old man riding a bike straight ahead. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the crash. The report lists no other contributing factors. The force of the collision left the cyclist in shock, with abrasions and head trauma. The sedan's left front bumper took the impact. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to pay attention and lack experience.
Distracted Drivers Collide on Neptune Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Neptune Avenue. One passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at 371 Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted. One male passenger, age 29, suffered a neck injury and whiplash. The crash involved vehicles traveling east and west. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes lap belts for most passengers but lists no other contributing factors.
Taxi Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at U-Turn▸Taxi making U-turn hit 88-year-old man at intersection. Head wound. Blood on pavement. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
An 88-year-old man was struck by a taxi while crossing at the intersection of 2800 W 5 St in Brooklyn. He suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, the taxi was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Infiniti taxi. No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants. The impact was to the left front bumper of the taxi.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
Distracted Drivers Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. One driver, nineteen, took a blow to the head. Police cite driver inattention. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred.
Two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west and struck at the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash left one driver injured and both cars damaged.
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Neptune Ave▸SUV turned left on Neptune Ave. Cyclist ejected, leg injured. Police cite failure to keep right. Impact was swift. System failed the rider.
A 48-year-old cyclist was injured after being struck by an SUV making a left turn at Neptune Ave and Brighton 4 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a knee and lower leg injury. The report lists 'Failure to Keep Right' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s error. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Stillwell Avenue▸A sedan slammed into a parked car on Stillwell Avenue. An 18-year-old passenger suffered a fractured arm. The driver bled from the face. Both were conscious. Police list causes as unspecified.
A sedan traveling east on Stillwell Avenue collided with a parked car near Avenue U in Brooklyn. An 18-year-old male passenger sustained a fractured and dislocated upper arm. The driver, a male, suffered minor facial bleeding. According to the police report, both injuries were documented as the result of the crash. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ocean Parkway Crash Injures Child and Driver▸SUV and sedan collided on Ocean Parkway. Two women and a child hurt. Police cite failure to yield and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A crash at Ocean Parkway and Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn left a child and a 52-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The child, riding as a rear passenger, and the SUV driver suffered injuries. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes child restraint use for the child and seat belts for adults, but only after citing driver errors.
Pickup Backs Into Parked Sedan, Driver Hurt▸A pickup truck backed into a parked sedan on West 20th Street. The sedan driver suffered a leg injury. Police cite unsafe backing. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.
A pickup truck, backing south on West 20th Street in Brooklyn, struck a parked sedan. The sedan’s driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered a knee and lower leg injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Backing Unsafely.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact damaged the sedan’s right front bumper and the truck’s rear. The data shows the injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No further injuries were reported.
Two SUVs collided on Belt Parkway ramp. One driver suffered head injury. Police cite following too closely. Impact struck center back end. System failed to protect occupants.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed on the Belt Parkway ramp in Brooklyn. One driver, a 35-year-old woman, sustained a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' The impact struck the center back end of one SUV. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report lists no other contributing factors. Systemic danger persists when drivers follow too closely, leaving little margin for error.
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Stillwell▸A sedan hit a young woman crossing Stillwell Avenue with the signal. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed busy. The danger was real.
A 24-year-old woman was hit by a sedan while crossing Stillwell Avenue at Mermaid Avenue in Brooklyn. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as the contributing factor. The sedan’s front end struck the pedestrian. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupant. The crash highlights the risk pedestrians face even when following traffic signals, especially when drivers are distracted.
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash▸A man crossed Fulton Street. A Ford Explorer hit him. The driver sped off. The man died at the hospital. The street stayed quiet. Police searched for the car. The city counted another lost life.
ABC7 reported on May 17, 2025, that a 55-year-old man was killed while crossing Fulton Street at Washington Avenue in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn. According to police, 'a burgundy Ford Explorer with Pennsylvania license plates struck and killed the 55-year-old man.' The driver did not remain at the scene. The crash happened just before 12:30 a.m. The victim was taken to Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent problem of hit-and-run drivers in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-17
2Garbage Truck Hits Two Pedestrians on W 21st▸A garbage truck struck two pedestrians on W 21st. Both suffered arm injuries and shock. The truck’s left front bumper took the hit. Police list no clear cause. The street stayed dangerous.
A garbage truck traveling east on W 21st Street in Brooklyn struck two pedestrians. Both pedestrians, a 29-year-old man and a 22-year-old woman, were injured in the shoulder and upper arm and experienced shock. According to the police report, the truck's left front bumper was the point of impact. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data. The pedestrians were walking along the highway against traffic. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by people on foot in city streets.
Sedan Backs Into Cyclist on Avenue Y▸A sedan reversed into a cyclist on Avenue Y. The rider, a 52-year-old woman, suffered a bruised leg. Both vehicles moved east. The crash left the cyclist hurt and exposed.
A sedan and a bicycle collided at 416 Avenue Y in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 52-year-old woman, was injured, suffering a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the sedan was backing up and struck the cyclist. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The crash left the cyclist conscious but hurt. No driver errors were specified in the data. No mention of helmet use or signaling appears in the report.
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸A car struck Larry Maxwell, 72, on Sutter Avenue. The driver had just crashed into another vehicle and fled. Maxwell died at Brookdale Hospital. The driver did not stop. Police are still searching. No arrests. The street stayed quiet.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Larry Maxwell, 72, was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brownsville, Brooklyn. The article states, “An elderly man was mowed down and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn on May 10, just seconds after the same driver smashed into a nearby vehicle.” The driver first collided with a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, then continued on and struck Maxwell near Sutter Ave. and Osborn St. The Malibu’s occupants were uninjured and remained at the scene. The driver who killed Maxwell fled and remains unidentified. The NYPD Highway District collision investigation squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The case highlights the lethal risk of fleeing drivers and the ongoing challenge of enforcement.
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Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
3SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Neptune Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on Neptune Avenue. One driver and one passenger suffered injuries. Police cite handheld cell phone use as a factor. Shock and concussion followed the crash.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV rear-ended the other. A 61-year-old male driver and a 37-year-old female passenger were injured, with the driver suffering a head injury and concussion. Both showed signs of shock. Police list 'Cell Phone (hand-Held)' as a contributing factor. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers are distracted behind the wheel.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Cyclist▸A sedan hit a 74-year-old cyclist on Neptune Ave. The cyclist was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The street bears the mark of impact and age collides with steel.
A sedan making a left turn on Neptune Ave struck a 74-year-old man riding a bike straight ahead. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the crash. The report lists no other contributing factors. The force of the collision left the cyclist in shock, with abrasions and head trauma. The sedan's left front bumper took the impact. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to pay attention and lack experience.
Distracted Drivers Collide on Neptune Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Neptune Avenue. One passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at 371 Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted. One male passenger, age 29, suffered a neck injury and whiplash. The crash involved vehicles traveling east and west. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes lap belts for most passengers but lists no other contributing factors.
Taxi Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at U-Turn▸Taxi making U-turn hit 88-year-old man at intersection. Head wound. Blood on pavement. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
An 88-year-old man was struck by a taxi while crossing at the intersection of 2800 W 5 St in Brooklyn. He suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, the taxi was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Infiniti taxi. No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants. The impact was to the left front bumper of the taxi.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
Distracted Drivers Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. One driver, nineteen, took a blow to the head. Police cite driver inattention. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred.
Two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west and struck at the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash left one driver injured and both cars damaged.
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Neptune Ave▸SUV turned left on Neptune Ave. Cyclist ejected, leg injured. Police cite failure to keep right. Impact was swift. System failed the rider.
A 48-year-old cyclist was injured after being struck by an SUV making a left turn at Neptune Ave and Brighton 4 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a knee and lower leg injury. The report lists 'Failure to Keep Right' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s error. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Stillwell Avenue▸A sedan slammed into a parked car on Stillwell Avenue. An 18-year-old passenger suffered a fractured arm. The driver bled from the face. Both were conscious. Police list causes as unspecified.
A sedan traveling east on Stillwell Avenue collided with a parked car near Avenue U in Brooklyn. An 18-year-old male passenger sustained a fractured and dislocated upper arm. The driver, a male, suffered minor facial bleeding. According to the police report, both injuries were documented as the result of the crash. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ocean Parkway Crash Injures Child and Driver▸SUV and sedan collided on Ocean Parkway. Two women and a child hurt. Police cite failure to yield and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A crash at Ocean Parkway and Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn left a child and a 52-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The child, riding as a rear passenger, and the SUV driver suffered injuries. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes child restraint use for the child and seat belts for adults, but only after citing driver errors.
Pickup Backs Into Parked Sedan, Driver Hurt▸A pickup truck backed into a parked sedan on West 20th Street. The sedan driver suffered a leg injury. Police cite unsafe backing. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.
A pickup truck, backing south on West 20th Street in Brooklyn, struck a parked sedan. The sedan’s driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered a knee and lower leg injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Backing Unsafely.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact damaged the sedan’s right front bumper and the truck’s rear. The data shows the injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No further injuries were reported.
A sedan hit a young woman crossing Stillwell Avenue with the signal. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed busy. The danger was real.
A 24-year-old woman was hit by a sedan while crossing Stillwell Avenue at Mermaid Avenue in Brooklyn. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as the contributing factor. The sedan’s front end struck the pedestrian. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupant. The crash highlights the risk pedestrians face even when following traffic signals, especially when drivers are distracted.
Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash▸A man crossed Fulton Street. A Ford Explorer hit him. The driver sped off. The man died at the hospital. The street stayed quiet. Police searched for the car. The city counted another lost life.
ABC7 reported on May 17, 2025, that a 55-year-old man was killed while crossing Fulton Street at Washington Avenue in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn. According to police, 'a burgundy Ford Explorer with Pennsylvania license plates struck and killed the 55-year-old man.' The driver did not remain at the scene. The crash happened just before 12:30 a.m. The victim was taken to Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent problem of hit-and-run drivers in New York City.
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Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-17
2Garbage Truck Hits Two Pedestrians on W 21st▸A garbage truck struck two pedestrians on W 21st. Both suffered arm injuries and shock. The truck’s left front bumper took the hit. Police list no clear cause. The street stayed dangerous.
A garbage truck traveling east on W 21st Street in Brooklyn struck two pedestrians. Both pedestrians, a 29-year-old man and a 22-year-old woman, were injured in the shoulder and upper arm and experienced shock. According to the police report, the truck's left front bumper was the point of impact. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data. The pedestrians were walking along the highway against traffic. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by people on foot in city streets.
Sedan Backs Into Cyclist on Avenue Y▸A sedan reversed into a cyclist on Avenue Y. The rider, a 52-year-old woman, suffered a bruised leg. Both vehicles moved east. The crash left the cyclist hurt and exposed.
A sedan and a bicycle collided at 416 Avenue Y in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 52-year-old woman, was injured, suffering a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the sedan was backing up and struck the cyclist. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The crash left the cyclist conscious but hurt. No driver errors were specified in the data. No mention of helmet use or signaling appears in the report.
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸A car struck Larry Maxwell, 72, on Sutter Avenue. The driver had just crashed into another vehicle and fled. Maxwell died at Brookdale Hospital. The driver did not stop. Police are still searching. No arrests. The street stayed quiet.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Larry Maxwell, 72, was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brownsville, Brooklyn. The article states, “An elderly man was mowed down and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn on May 10, just seconds after the same driver smashed into a nearby vehicle.” The driver first collided with a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, then continued on and struck Maxwell near Sutter Ave. and Osborn St. The Malibu’s occupants were uninjured and remained at the scene. The driver who killed Maxwell fled and remains unidentified. The NYPD Highway District collision investigation squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The case highlights the lethal risk of fleeing drivers and the ongoing challenge of enforcement.
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Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
3SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Neptune Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on Neptune Avenue. One driver and one passenger suffered injuries. Police cite handheld cell phone use as a factor. Shock and concussion followed the crash.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV rear-ended the other. A 61-year-old male driver and a 37-year-old female passenger were injured, with the driver suffering a head injury and concussion. Both showed signs of shock. Police list 'Cell Phone (hand-Held)' as a contributing factor. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers are distracted behind the wheel.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Cyclist▸A sedan hit a 74-year-old cyclist on Neptune Ave. The cyclist was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The street bears the mark of impact and age collides with steel.
A sedan making a left turn on Neptune Ave struck a 74-year-old man riding a bike straight ahead. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the crash. The report lists no other contributing factors. The force of the collision left the cyclist in shock, with abrasions and head trauma. The sedan's left front bumper took the impact. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to pay attention and lack experience.
Distracted Drivers Collide on Neptune Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Neptune Avenue. One passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at 371 Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted. One male passenger, age 29, suffered a neck injury and whiplash. The crash involved vehicles traveling east and west. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes lap belts for most passengers but lists no other contributing factors.
Taxi Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at U-Turn▸Taxi making U-turn hit 88-year-old man at intersection. Head wound. Blood on pavement. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
An 88-year-old man was struck by a taxi while crossing at the intersection of 2800 W 5 St in Brooklyn. He suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, the taxi was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Infiniti taxi. No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants. The impact was to the left front bumper of the taxi.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
Distracted Drivers Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. One driver, nineteen, took a blow to the head. Police cite driver inattention. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred.
Two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west and struck at the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash left one driver injured and both cars damaged.
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Neptune Ave▸SUV turned left on Neptune Ave. Cyclist ejected, leg injured. Police cite failure to keep right. Impact was swift. System failed the rider.
A 48-year-old cyclist was injured after being struck by an SUV making a left turn at Neptune Ave and Brighton 4 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a knee and lower leg injury. The report lists 'Failure to Keep Right' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s error. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Stillwell Avenue▸A sedan slammed into a parked car on Stillwell Avenue. An 18-year-old passenger suffered a fractured arm. The driver bled from the face. Both were conscious. Police list causes as unspecified.
A sedan traveling east on Stillwell Avenue collided with a parked car near Avenue U in Brooklyn. An 18-year-old male passenger sustained a fractured and dislocated upper arm. The driver, a male, suffered minor facial bleeding. According to the police report, both injuries were documented as the result of the crash. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ocean Parkway Crash Injures Child and Driver▸SUV and sedan collided on Ocean Parkway. Two women and a child hurt. Police cite failure to yield and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A crash at Ocean Parkway and Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn left a child and a 52-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The child, riding as a rear passenger, and the SUV driver suffered injuries. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes child restraint use for the child and seat belts for adults, but only after citing driver errors.
Pickup Backs Into Parked Sedan, Driver Hurt▸A pickup truck backed into a parked sedan on West 20th Street. The sedan driver suffered a leg injury. Police cite unsafe backing. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.
A pickup truck, backing south on West 20th Street in Brooklyn, struck a parked sedan. The sedan’s driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered a knee and lower leg injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Backing Unsafely.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact damaged the sedan’s right front bumper and the truck’s rear. The data shows the injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No further injuries were reported.
A man crossed Fulton Street. A Ford Explorer hit him. The driver sped off. The man died at the hospital. The street stayed quiet. Police searched for the car. The city counted another lost life.
ABC7 reported on May 17, 2025, that a 55-year-old man was killed while crossing Fulton Street at Washington Avenue in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn. According to police, 'a burgundy Ford Explorer with Pennsylvania license plates struck and killed the 55-year-old man.' The driver did not remain at the scene. The crash happened just before 12:30 a.m. The victim was taken to Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent problem of hit-and-run drivers in New York City.
- Driver Flees After Brooklyn Fatal Crash, ABC7, Published 2025-05-17
2Garbage Truck Hits Two Pedestrians on W 21st▸A garbage truck struck two pedestrians on W 21st. Both suffered arm injuries and shock. The truck’s left front bumper took the hit. Police list no clear cause. The street stayed dangerous.
A garbage truck traveling east on W 21st Street in Brooklyn struck two pedestrians. Both pedestrians, a 29-year-old man and a 22-year-old woman, were injured in the shoulder and upper arm and experienced shock. According to the police report, the truck's left front bumper was the point of impact. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data. The pedestrians were walking along the highway against traffic. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by people on foot in city streets.
Sedan Backs Into Cyclist on Avenue Y▸A sedan reversed into a cyclist on Avenue Y. The rider, a 52-year-old woman, suffered a bruised leg. Both vehicles moved east. The crash left the cyclist hurt and exposed.
A sedan and a bicycle collided at 416 Avenue Y in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 52-year-old woman, was injured, suffering a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the sedan was backing up and struck the cyclist. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The crash left the cyclist conscious but hurt. No driver errors were specified in the data. No mention of helmet use or signaling appears in the report.
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸A car struck Larry Maxwell, 72, on Sutter Avenue. The driver had just crashed into another vehicle and fled. Maxwell died at Brookdale Hospital. The driver did not stop. Police are still searching. No arrests. The street stayed quiet.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Larry Maxwell, 72, was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brownsville, Brooklyn. The article states, “An elderly man was mowed down and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn on May 10, just seconds after the same driver smashed into a nearby vehicle.” The driver first collided with a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, then continued on and struck Maxwell near Sutter Ave. and Osborn St. The Malibu’s occupants were uninjured and remained at the scene. The driver who killed Maxwell fled and remains unidentified. The NYPD Highway District collision investigation squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The case highlights the lethal risk of fleeing drivers and the ongoing challenge of enforcement.
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Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
3SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Neptune Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on Neptune Avenue. One driver and one passenger suffered injuries. Police cite handheld cell phone use as a factor. Shock and concussion followed the crash.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV rear-ended the other. A 61-year-old male driver and a 37-year-old female passenger were injured, with the driver suffering a head injury and concussion. Both showed signs of shock. Police list 'Cell Phone (hand-Held)' as a contributing factor. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers are distracted behind the wheel.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Cyclist▸A sedan hit a 74-year-old cyclist on Neptune Ave. The cyclist was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The street bears the mark of impact and age collides with steel.
A sedan making a left turn on Neptune Ave struck a 74-year-old man riding a bike straight ahead. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the crash. The report lists no other contributing factors. The force of the collision left the cyclist in shock, with abrasions and head trauma. The sedan's left front bumper took the impact. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to pay attention and lack experience.
Distracted Drivers Collide on Neptune Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Neptune Avenue. One passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at 371 Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted. One male passenger, age 29, suffered a neck injury and whiplash. The crash involved vehicles traveling east and west. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes lap belts for most passengers but lists no other contributing factors.
Taxi Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at U-Turn▸Taxi making U-turn hit 88-year-old man at intersection. Head wound. Blood on pavement. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
An 88-year-old man was struck by a taxi while crossing at the intersection of 2800 W 5 St in Brooklyn. He suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, the taxi was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Infiniti taxi. No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants. The impact was to the left front bumper of the taxi.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
Distracted Drivers Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. One driver, nineteen, took a blow to the head. Police cite driver inattention. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred.
Two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west and struck at the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash left one driver injured and both cars damaged.
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Neptune Ave▸SUV turned left on Neptune Ave. Cyclist ejected, leg injured. Police cite failure to keep right. Impact was swift. System failed the rider.
A 48-year-old cyclist was injured after being struck by an SUV making a left turn at Neptune Ave and Brighton 4 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a knee and lower leg injury. The report lists 'Failure to Keep Right' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s error. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Stillwell Avenue▸A sedan slammed into a parked car on Stillwell Avenue. An 18-year-old passenger suffered a fractured arm. The driver bled from the face. Both were conscious. Police list causes as unspecified.
A sedan traveling east on Stillwell Avenue collided with a parked car near Avenue U in Brooklyn. An 18-year-old male passenger sustained a fractured and dislocated upper arm. The driver, a male, suffered minor facial bleeding. According to the police report, both injuries were documented as the result of the crash. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ocean Parkway Crash Injures Child and Driver▸SUV and sedan collided on Ocean Parkway. Two women and a child hurt. Police cite failure to yield and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A crash at Ocean Parkway and Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn left a child and a 52-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The child, riding as a rear passenger, and the SUV driver suffered injuries. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes child restraint use for the child and seat belts for adults, but only after citing driver errors.
Pickup Backs Into Parked Sedan, Driver Hurt▸A pickup truck backed into a parked sedan on West 20th Street. The sedan driver suffered a leg injury. Police cite unsafe backing. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.
A pickup truck, backing south on West 20th Street in Brooklyn, struck a parked sedan. The sedan’s driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered a knee and lower leg injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Backing Unsafely.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact damaged the sedan’s right front bumper and the truck’s rear. The data shows the injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No further injuries were reported.
A garbage truck struck two pedestrians on W 21st. Both suffered arm injuries and shock. The truck’s left front bumper took the hit. Police list no clear cause. The street stayed dangerous.
A garbage truck traveling east on W 21st Street in Brooklyn struck two pedestrians. Both pedestrians, a 29-year-old man and a 22-year-old woman, were injured in the shoulder and upper arm and experienced shock. According to the police report, the truck's left front bumper was the point of impact. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data. The pedestrians were walking along the highway against traffic. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by people on foot in city streets.
Sedan Backs Into Cyclist on Avenue Y▸A sedan reversed into a cyclist on Avenue Y. The rider, a 52-year-old woman, suffered a bruised leg. Both vehicles moved east. The crash left the cyclist hurt and exposed.
A sedan and a bicycle collided at 416 Avenue Y in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 52-year-old woman, was injured, suffering a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the sedan was backing up and struck the cyclist. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The crash left the cyclist conscious but hurt. No driver errors were specified in the data. No mention of helmet use or signaling appears in the report.
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸A car struck Larry Maxwell, 72, on Sutter Avenue. The driver had just crashed into another vehicle and fled. Maxwell died at Brookdale Hospital. The driver did not stop. Police are still searching. No arrests. The street stayed quiet.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Larry Maxwell, 72, was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brownsville, Brooklyn. The article states, “An elderly man was mowed down and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn on May 10, just seconds after the same driver smashed into a nearby vehicle.” The driver first collided with a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, then continued on and struck Maxwell near Sutter Ave. and Osborn St. The Malibu’s occupants were uninjured and remained at the scene. The driver who killed Maxwell fled and remains unidentified. The NYPD Highway District collision investigation squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The case highlights the lethal risk of fleeing drivers and the ongoing challenge of enforcement.
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Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
3SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Neptune Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on Neptune Avenue. One driver and one passenger suffered injuries. Police cite handheld cell phone use as a factor. Shock and concussion followed the crash.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV rear-ended the other. A 61-year-old male driver and a 37-year-old female passenger were injured, with the driver suffering a head injury and concussion. Both showed signs of shock. Police list 'Cell Phone (hand-Held)' as a contributing factor. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers are distracted behind the wheel.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Cyclist▸A sedan hit a 74-year-old cyclist on Neptune Ave. The cyclist was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The street bears the mark of impact and age collides with steel.
A sedan making a left turn on Neptune Ave struck a 74-year-old man riding a bike straight ahead. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the crash. The report lists no other contributing factors. The force of the collision left the cyclist in shock, with abrasions and head trauma. The sedan's left front bumper took the impact. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to pay attention and lack experience.
Distracted Drivers Collide on Neptune Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Neptune Avenue. One passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at 371 Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted. One male passenger, age 29, suffered a neck injury and whiplash. The crash involved vehicles traveling east and west. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes lap belts for most passengers but lists no other contributing factors.
Taxi Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at U-Turn▸Taxi making U-turn hit 88-year-old man at intersection. Head wound. Blood on pavement. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
An 88-year-old man was struck by a taxi while crossing at the intersection of 2800 W 5 St in Brooklyn. He suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, the taxi was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Infiniti taxi. No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants. The impact was to the left front bumper of the taxi.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
Distracted Drivers Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. One driver, nineteen, took a blow to the head. Police cite driver inattention. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred.
Two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west and struck at the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash left one driver injured and both cars damaged.
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Neptune Ave▸SUV turned left on Neptune Ave. Cyclist ejected, leg injured. Police cite failure to keep right. Impact was swift. System failed the rider.
A 48-year-old cyclist was injured after being struck by an SUV making a left turn at Neptune Ave and Brighton 4 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a knee and lower leg injury. The report lists 'Failure to Keep Right' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s error. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Stillwell Avenue▸A sedan slammed into a parked car on Stillwell Avenue. An 18-year-old passenger suffered a fractured arm. The driver bled from the face. Both were conscious. Police list causes as unspecified.
A sedan traveling east on Stillwell Avenue collided with a parked car near Avenue U in Brooklyn. An 18-year-old male passenger sustained a fractured and dislocated upper arm. The driver, a male, suffered minor facial bleeding. According to the police report, both injuries were documented as the result of the crash. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ocean Parkway Crash Injures Child and Driver▸SUV and sedan collided on Ocean Parkway. Two women and a child hurt. Police cite failure to yield and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A crash at Ocean Parkway and Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn left a child and a 52-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The child, riding as a rear passenger, and the SUV driver suffered injuries. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes child restraint use for the child and seat belts for adults, but only after citing driver errors.
Pickup Backs Into Parked Sedan, Driver Hurt▸A pickup truck backed into a parked sedan on West 20th Street. The sedan driver suffered a leg injury. Police cite unsafe backing. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.
A pickup truck, backing south on West 20th Street in Brooklyn, struck a parked sedan. The sedan’s driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered a knee and lower leg injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Backing Unsafely.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact damaged the sedan’s right front bumper and the truck’s rear. The data shows the injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No further injuries were reported.
A sedan reversed into a cyclist on Avenue Y. The rider, a 52-year-old woman, suffered a bruised leg. Both vehicles moved east. The crash left the cyclist hurt and exposed.
A sedan and a bicycle collided at 416 Avenue Y in Brooklyn. The cyclist, a 52-year-old woman, was injured, suffering a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the sedan was backing up and struck the cyclist. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The crash left the cyclist conscious but hurt. No driver errors were specified in the data. No mention of helmet use or signaling appears in the report.
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸A car struck Larry Maxwell, 72, on Sutter Avenue. The driver had just crashed into another vehicle and fled. Maxwell died at Brookdale Hospital. The driver did not stop. Police are still searching. No arrests. The street stayed quiet.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Larry Maxwell, 72, was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brownsville, Brooklyn. The article states, “An elderly man was mowed down and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn on May 10, just seconds after the same driver smashed into a nearby vehicle.” The driver first collided with a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, then continued on and struck Maxwell near Sutter Ave. and Osborn St. The Malibu’s occupants were uninjured and remained at the scene. The driver who killed Maxwell fled and remains unidentified. The NYPD Highway District collision investigation squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The case highlights the lethal risk of fleeing drivers and the ongoing challenge of enforcement.
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Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-15
3SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Neptune Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on Neptune Avenue. One driver and one passenger suffered injuries. Police cite handheld cell phone use as a factor. Shock and concussion followed the crash.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV rear-ended the other. A 61-year-old male driver and a 37-year-old female passenger were injured, with the driver suffering a head injury and concussion. Both showed signs of shock. Police list 'Cell Phone (hand-Held)' as a contributing factor. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers are distracted behind the wheel.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Cyclist▸A sedan hit a 74-year-old cyclist on Neptune Ave. The cyclist was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The street bears the mark of impact and age collides with steel.
A sedan making a left turn on Neptune Ave struck a 74-year-old man riding a bike straight ahead. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the crash. The report lists no other contributing factors. The force of the collision left the cyclist in shock, with abrasions and head trauma. The sedan's left front bumper took the impact. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to pay attention and lack experience.
Distracted Drivers Collide on Neptune Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Neptune Avenue. One passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at 371 Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted. One male passenger, age 29, suffered a neck injury and whiplash. The crash involved vehicles traveling east and west. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes lap belts for most passengers but lists no other contributing factors.
Taxi Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at U-Turn▸Taxi making U-turn hit 88-year-old man at intersection. Head wound. Blood on pavement. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
An 88-year-old man was struck by a taxi while crossing at the intersection of 2800 W 5 St in Brooklyn. He suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, the taxi was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Infiniti taxi. No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants. The impact was to the left front bumper of the taxi.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
Distracted Drivers Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. One driver, nineteen, took a blow to the head. Police cite driver inattention. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred.
Two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west and struck at the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash left one driver injured and both cars damaged.
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Neptune Ave▸SUV turned left on Neptune Ave. Cyclist ejected, leg injured. Police cite failure to keep right. Impact was swift. System failed the rider.
A 48-year-old cyclist was injured after being struck by an SUV making a left turn at Neptune Ave and Brighton 4 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a knee and lower leg injury. The report lists 'Failure to Keep Right' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s error. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Stillwell Avenue▸A sedan slammed into a parked car on Stillwell Avenue. An 18-year-old passenger suffered a fractured arm. The driver bled from the face. Both were conscious. Police list causes as unspecified.
A sedan traveling east on Stillwell Avenue collided with a parked car near Avenue U in Brooklyn. An 18-year-old male passenger sustained a fractured and dislocated upper arm. The driver, a male, suffered minor facial bleeding. According to the police report, both injuries were documented as the result of the crash. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ocean Parkway Crash Injures Child and Driver▸SUV and sedan collided on Ocean Parkway. Two women and a child hurt. Police cite failure to yield and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A crash at Ocean Parkway and Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn left a child and a 52-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The child, riding as a rear passenger, and the SUV driver suffered injuries. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes child restraint use for the child and seat belts for adults, but only after citing driver errors.
Pickup Backs Into Parked Sedan, Driver Hurt▸A pickup truck backed into a parked sedan on West 20th Street. The sedan driver suffered a leg injury. Police cite unsafe backing. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.
A pickup truck, backing south on West 20th Street in Brooklyn, struck a parked sedan. The sedan’s driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered a knee and lower leg injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Backing Unsafely.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact damaged the sedan’s right front bumper and the truck’s rear. The data shows the injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No further injuries were reported.
A car struck Larry Maxwell, 72, on Sutter Avenue. The driver had just crashed into another vehicle and fled. Maxwell died at Brookdale Hospital. The driver did not stop. Police are still searching. No arrests. The street stayed quiet.
NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Larry Maxwell, 72, was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brownsville, Brooklyn. The article states, “An elderly man was mowed down and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn on May 10, just seconds after the same driver smashed into a nearby vehicle.” The driver first collided with a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, then continued on and struck Maxwell near Sutter Ave. and Osborn St. The Malibu’s occupants were uninjured and remained at the scene. The driver who killed Maxwell fled and remains unidentified. The NYPD Highway District collision investigation squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The case highlights the lethal risk of fleeing drivers and the ongoing challenge of enforcement.
- Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-15
3SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Neptune Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on Neptune Avenue. One driver and one passenger suffered injuries. Police cite handheld cell phone use as a factor. Shock and concussion followed the crash.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV rear-ended the other. A 61-year-old male driver and a 37-year-old female passenger were injured, with the driver suffering a head injury and concussion. Both showed signs of shock. Police list 'Cell Phone (hand-Held)' as a contributing factor. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers are distracted behind the wheel.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Cyclist▸A sedan hit a 74-year-old cyclist on Neptune Ave. The cyclist was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The street bears the mark of impact and age collides with steel.
A sedan making a left turn on Neptune Ave struck a 74-year-old man riding a bike straight ahead. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the crash. The report lists no other contributing factors. The force of the collision left the cyclist in shock, with abrasions and head trauma. The sedan's left front bumper took the impact. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to pay attention and lack experience.
Distracted Drivers Collide on Neptune Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Neptune Avenue. One passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at 371 Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted. One male passenger, age 29, suffered a neck injury and whiplash. The crash involved vehicles traveling east and west. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes lap belts for most passengers but lists no other contributing factors.
Taxi Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at U-Turn▸Taxi making U-turn hit 88-year-old man at intersection. Head wound. Blood on pavement. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
An 88-year-old man was struck by a taxi while crossing at the intersection of 2800 W 5 St in Brooklyn. He suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, the taxi was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Infiniti taxi. No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants. The impact was to the left front bumper of the taxi.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
Distracted Drivers Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. One driver, nineteen, took a blow to the head. Police cite driver inattention. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred.
Two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west and struck at the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash left one driver injured and both cars damaged.
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Neptune Ave▸SUV turned left on Neptune Ave. Cyclist ejected, leg injured. Police cite failure to keep right. Impact was swift. System failed the rider.
A 48-year-old cyclist was injured after being struck by an SUV making a left turn at Neptune Ave and Brighton 4 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a knee and lower leg injury. The report lists 'Failure to Keep Right' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s error. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Stillwell Avenue▸A sedan slammed into a parked car on Stillwell Avenue. An 18-year-old passenger suffered a fractured arm. The driver bled from the face. Both were conscious. Police list causes as unspecified.
A sedan traveling east on Stillwell Avenue collided with a parked car near Avenue U in Brooklyn. An 18-year-old male passenger sustained a fractured and dislocated upper arm. The driver, a male, suffered minor facial bleeding. According to the police report, both injuries were documented as the result of the crash. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ocean Parkway Crash Injures Child and Driver▸SUV and sedan collided on Ocean Parkway. Two women and a child hurt. Police cite failure to yield and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A crash at Ocean Parkway and Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn left a child and a 52-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The child, riding as a rear passenger, and the SUV driver suffered injuries. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes child restraint use for the child and seat belts for adults, but only after citing driver errors.
Pickup Backs Into Parked Sedan, Driver Hurt▸A pickup truck backed into a parked sedan on West 20th Street. The sedan driver suffered a leg injury. Police cite unsafe backing. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.
A pickup truck, backing south on West 20th Street in Brooklyn, struck a parked sedan. The sedan’s driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered a knee and lower leg injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Backing Unsafely.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact damaged the sedan’s right front bumper and the truck’s rear. The data shows the injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No further injuries were reported.
Two SUVs collided on Neptune Avenue. One driver and one passenger suffered injuries. Police cite handheld cell phone use as a factor. Shock and concussion followed the crash.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one SUV rear-ended the other. A 61-year-old male driver and a 37-year-old female passenger were injured, with the driver suffering a head injury and concussion. Both showed signs of shock. Police list 'Cell Phone (hand-Held)' as a contributing factor. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers are distracted behind the wheel.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Cyclist▸A sedan hit a 74-year-old cyclist on Neptune Ave. The cyclist was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The street bears the mark of impact and age collides with steel.
A sedan making a left turn on Neptune Ave struck a 74-year-old man riding a bike straight ahead. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the crash. The report lists no other contributing factors. The force of the collision left the cyclist in shock, with abrasions and head trauma. The sedan's left front bumper took the impact. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to pay attention and lack experience.
Distracted Drivers Collide on Neptune Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Neptune Avenue. One passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at 371 Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted. One male passenger, age 29, suffered a neck injury and whiplash. The crash involved vehicles traveling east and west. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes lap belts for most passengers but lists no other contributing factors.
Taxi Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at U-Turn▸Taxi making U-turn hit 88-year-old man at intersection. Head wound. Blood on pavement. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
An 88-year-old man was struck by a taxi while crossing at the intersection of 2800 W 5 St in Brooklyn. He suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, the taxi was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Infiniti taxi. No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants. The impact was to the left front bumper of the taxi.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
Distracted Drivers Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. One driver, nineteen, took a blow to the head. Police cite driver inattention. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred.
Two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west and struck at the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash left one driver injured and both cars damaged.
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Neptune Ave▸SUV turned left on Neptune Ave. Cyclist ejected, leg injured. Police cite failure to keep right. Impact was swift. System failed the rider.
A 48-year-old cyclist was injured after being struck by an SUV making a left turn at Neptune Ave and Brighton 4 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a knee and lower leg injury. The report lists 'Failure to Keep Right' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s error. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Stillwell Avenue▸A sedan slammed into a parked car on Stillwell Avenue. An 18-year-old passenger suffered a fractured arm. The driver bled from the face. Both were conscious. Police list causes as unspecified.
A sedan traveling east on Stillwell Avenue collided with a parked car near Avenue U in Brooklyn. An 18-year-old male passenger sustained a fractured and dislocated upper arm. The driver, a male, suffered minor facial bleeding. According to the police report, both injuries were documented as the result of the crash. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ocean Parkway Crash Injures Child and Driver▸SUV and sedan collided on Ocean Parkway. Two women and a child hurt. Police cite failure to yield and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A crash at Ocean Parkway and Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn left a child and a 52-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The child, riding as a rear passenger, and the SUV driver suffered injuries. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes child restraint use for the child and seat belts for adults, but only after citing driver errors.
Pickup Backs Into Parked Sedan, Driver Hurt▸A pickup truck backed into a parked sedan on West 20th Street. The sedan driver suffered a leg injury. Police cite unsafe backing. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.
A pickup truck, backing south on West 20th Street in Brooklyn, struck a parked sedan. The sedan’s driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered a knee and lower leg injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Backing Unsafely.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact damaged the sedan’s right front bumper and the truck’s rear. The data shows the injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No further injuries were reported.
A sedan hit a 74-year-old cyclist on Neptune Ave. The cyclist was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The street bears the mark of impact and age collides with steel.
A sedan making a left turn on Neptune Ave struck a 74-year-old man riding a bike straight ahead. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the crash. The report lists no other contributing factors. The force of the collision left the cyclist in shock, with abrasions and head trauma. The sedan's left front bumper took the impact. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to pay attention and lack experience.
Distracted Drivers Collide on Neptune Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Neptune Avenue. One passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at 371 Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted. One male passenger, age 29, suffered a neck injury and whiplash. The crash involved vehicles traveling east and west. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes lap belts for most passengers but lists no other contributing factors.
Taxi Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at U-Turn▸Taxi making U-turn hit 88-year-old man at intersection. Head wound. Blood on pavement. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
An 88-year-old man was struck by a taxi while crossing at the intersection of 2800 W 5 St in Brooklyn. He suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, the taxi was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Infiniti taxi. No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants. The impact was to the left front bumper of the taxi.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
Distracted Drivers Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. One driver, nineteen, took a blow to the head. Police cite driver inattention. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred.
Two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west and struck at the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash left one driver injured and both cars damaged.
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Neptune Ave▸SUV turned left on Neptune Ave. Cyclist ejected, leg injured. Police cite failure to keep right. Impact was swift. System failed the rider.
A 48-year-old cyclist was injured after being struck by an SUV making a left turn at Neptune Ave and Brighton 4 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a knee and lower leg injury. The report lists 'Failure to Keep Right' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s error. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Stillwell Avenue▸A sedan slammed into a parked car on Stillwell Avenue. An 18-year-old passenger suffered a fractured arm. The driver bled from the face. Both were conscious. Police list causes as unspecified.
A sedan traveling east on Stillwell Avenue collided with a parked car near Avenue U in Brooklyn. An 18-year-old male passenger sustained a fractured and dislocated upper arm. The driver, a male, suffered minor facial bleeding. According to the police report, both injuries were documented as the result of the crash. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ocean Parkway Crash Injures Child and Driver▸SUV and sedan collided on Ocean Parkway. Two women and a child hurt. Police cite failure to yield and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A crash at Ocean Parkway and Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn left a child and a 52-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The child, riding as a rear passenger, and the SUV driver suffered injuries. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes child restraint use for the child and seat belts for adults, but only after citing driver errors.
Pickup Backs Into Parked Sedan, Driver Hurt▸A pickup truck backed into a parked sedan on West 20th Street. The sedan driver suffered a leg injury. Police cite unsafe backing. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.
A pickup truck, backing south on West 20th Street in Brooklyn, struck a parked sedan. The sedan’s driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered a knee and lower leg injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Backing Unsafely.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact damaged the sedan’s right front bumper and the truck’s rear. The data shows the injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No further injuries were reported.
Two sedans crashed on Neptune Avenue. One passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at 371 Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted. One male passenger, age 29, suffered a neck injury and whiplash. The crash involved vehicles traveling east and west. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes lap belts for most passengers but lists no other contributing factors.
Taxi Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at U-Turn▸Taxi making U-turn hit 88-year-old man at intersection. Head wound. Blood on pavement. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
An 88-year-old man was struck by a taxi while crossing at the intersection of 2800 W 5 St in Brooklyn. He suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, the taxi was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Infiniti taxi. No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants. The impact was to the left front bumper of the taxi.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
Distracted Drivers Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. One driver, nineteen, took a blow to the head. Police cite driver inattention. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred.
Two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west and struck at the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash left one driver injured and both cars damaged.
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Neptune Ave▸SUV turned left on Neptune Ave. Cyclist ejected, leg injured. Police cite failure to keep right. Impact was swift. System failed the rider.
A 48-year-old cyclist was injured after being struck by an SUV making a left turn at Neptune Ave and Brighton 4 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a knee and lower leg injury. The report lists 'Failure to Keep Right' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s error. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Stillwell Avenue▸A sedan slammed into a parked car on Stillwell Avenue. An 18-year-old passenger suffered a fractured arm. The driver bled from the face. Both were conscious. Police list causes as unspecified.
A sedan traveling east on Stillwell Avenue collided with a parked car near Avenue U in Brooklyn. An 18-year-old male passenger sustained a fractured and dislocated upper arm. The driver, a male, suffered minor facial bleeding. According to the police report, both injuries were documented as the result of the crash. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ocean Parkway Crash Injures Child and Driver▸SUV and sedan collided on Ocean Parkway. Two women and a child hurt. Police cite failure to yield and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A crash at Ocean Parkway and Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn left a child and a 52-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The child, riding as a rear passenger, and the SUV driver suffered injuries. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes child restraint use for the child and seat belts for adults, but only after citing driver errors.
Pickup Backs Into Parked Sedan, Driver Hurt▸A pickup truck backed into a parked sedan on West 20th Street. The sedan driver suffered a leg injury. Police cite unsafe backing. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.
A pickup truck, backing south on West 20th Street in Brooklyn, struck a parked sedan. The sedan’s driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered a knee and lower leg injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Backing Unsafely.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact damaged the sedan’s right front bumper and the truck’s rear. The data shows the injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No further injuries were reported.
Taxi making U-turn hit 88-year-old man at intersection. Head wound. Blood on pavement. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.
An 88-year-old man was struck by a taxi while crossing at the intersection of 2800 W 5 St in Brooklyn. He suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, the taxi was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Infiniti taxi. No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants. The impact was to the left front bumper of the taxi.
Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash▸A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
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Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-06
Distracted Drivers Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. One driver, nineteen, took a blow to the head. Police cite driver inattention. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred.
Two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west and struck at the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash left one driver injured and both cars damaged.
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Neptune Ave▸SUV turned left on Neptune Ave. Cyclist ejected, leg injured. Police cite failure to keep right. Impact was swift. System failed the rider.
A 48-year-old cyclist was injured after being struck by an SUV making a left turn at Neptune Ave and Brighton 4 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a knee and lower leg injury. The report lists 'Failure to Keep Right' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s error. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Stillwell Avenue▸A sedan slammed into a parked car on Stillwell Avenue. An 18-year-old passenger suffered a fractured arm. The driver bled from the face. Both were conscious. Police list causes as unspecified.
A sedan traveling east on Stillwell Avenue collided with a parked car near Avenue U in Brooklyn. An 18-year-old male passenger sustained a fractured and dislocated upper arm. The driver, a male, suffered minor facial bleeding. According to the police report, both injuries were documented as the result of the crash. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ocean Parkway Crash Injures Child and Driver▸SUV and sedan collided on Ocean Parkway. Two women and a child hurt. Police cite failure to yield and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A crash at Ocean Parkway and Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn left a child and a 52-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The child, riding as a rear passenger, and the SUV driver suffered injuries. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes child restraint use for the child and seat belts for adults, but only after citing driver errors.
Pickup Backs Into Parked Sedan, Driver Hurt▸A pickup truck backed into a parked sedan on West 20th Street. The sedan driver suffered a leg injury. Police cite unsafe backing. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.
A pickup truck, backing south on West 20th Street in Brooklyn, struck a parked sedan. The sedan’s driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered a knee and lower leg injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Backing Unsafely.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact damaged the sedan’s right front bumper and the truck’s rear. The data shows the injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No further injuries were reported.
A principal drove down Lenox Road, lost control, hit parked cars, and flipped his vehicle. Police pulled him from the wreck. He refused a Breathalyzer. Charges followed. The street bore the scars. The system let him drive. The danger stayed.
According to NY Daily News (2025-05-06), Gregory Jackson, principal of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, crashed on Lenox Road near Utica Ave. Police say he struck several parked cars and overturned his vehicle around 11:30 p.m. Jackson told police he had 'only one drink.' He refused a Breathalyzer test at the scene. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving while impaired, and refusing the test. The Department of Education referred questions to the NYPD. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired drivers and the vulnerability of anyone near city streets, even when parked. Systemic gaps allow such danger to persist.
- Principal Overturns Car In Brooklyn Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-06
Distracted Drivers Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. One driver, nineteen, took a blow to the head. Police cite driver inattention. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred.
Two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west and struck at the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash left one driver injured and both cars damaged.
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Neptune Ave▸SUV turned left on Neptune Ave. Cyclist ejected, leg injured. Police cite failure to keep right. Impact was swift. System failed the rider.
A 48-year-old cyclist was injured after being struck by an SUV making a left turn at Neptune Ave and Brighton 4 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a knee and lower leg injury. The report lists 'Failure to Keep Right' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s error. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Stillwell Avenue▸A sedan slammed into a parked car on Stillwell Avenue. An 18-year-old passenger suffered a fractured arm. The driver bled from the face. Both were conscious. Police list causes as unspecified.
A sedan traveling east on Stillwell Avenue collided with a parked car near Avenue U in Brooklyn. An 18-year-old male passenger sustained a fractured and dislocated upper arm. The driver, a male, suffered minor facial bleeding. According to the police report, both injuries were documented as the result of the crash. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ocean Parkway Crash Injures Child and Driver▸SUV and sedan collided on Ocean Parkway. Two women and a child hurt. Police cite failure to yield and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A crash at Ocean Parkway and Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn left a child and a 52-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The child, riding as a rear passenger, and the SUV driver suffered injuries. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes child restraint use for the child and seat belts for adults, but only after citing driver errors.
Pickup Backs Into Parked Sedan, Driver Hurt▸A pickup truck backed into a parked sedan on West 20th Street. The sedan driver suffered a leg injury. Police cite unsafe backing. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.
A pickup truck, backing south on West 20th Street in Brooklyn, struck a parked sedan. The sedan’s driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered a knee and lower leg injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Backing Unsafely.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact damaged the sedan’s right front bumper and the truck’s rear. The data shows the injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No further injuries were reported.
Two sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. One driver, nineteen, took a blow to the head. Police cite driver inattention. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred.
Two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. A nineteen-year-old driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west and struck at the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash left one driver injured and both cars damaged.
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Neptune Ave▸SUV turned left on Neptune Ave. Cyclist ejected, leg injured. Police cite failure to keep right. Impact was swift. System failed the rider.
A 48-year-old cyclist was injured after being struck by an SUV making a left turn at Neptune Ave and Brighton 4 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a knee and lower leg injury. The report lists 'Failure to Keep Right' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s error. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Stillwell Avenue▸A sedan slammed into a parked car on Stillwell Avenue. An 18-year-old passenger suffered a fractured arm. The driver bled from the face. Both were conscious. Police list causes as unspecified.
A sedan traveling east on Stillwell Avenue collided with a parked car near Avenue U in Brooklyn. An 18-year-old male passenger sustained a fractured and dislocated upper arm. The driver, a male, suffered minor facial bleeding. According to the police report, both injuries were documented as the result of the crash. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ocean Parkway Crash Injures Child and Driver▸SUV and sedan collided on Ocean Parkway. Two women and a child hurt. Police cite failure to yield and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A crash at Ocean Parkway and Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn left a child and a 52-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The child, riding as a rear passenger, and the SUV driver suffered injuries. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes child restraint use for the child and seat belts for adults, but only after citing driver errors.
Pickup Backs Into Parked Sedan, Driver Hurt▸A pickup truck backed into a parked sedan on West 20th Street. The sedan driver suffered a leg injury. Police cite unsafe backing. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.
A pickup truck, backing south on West 20th Street in Brooklyn, struck a parked sedan. The sedan’s driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered a knee and lower leg injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Backing Unsafely.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact damaged the sedan’s right front bumper and the truck’s rear. The data shows the injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No further injuries were reported.
A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
- Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock, New York Post, Published 2025-04-30
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Neptune Ave▸SUV turned left on Neptune Ave. Cyclist ejected, leg injured. Police cite failure to keep right. Impact was swift. System failed the rider.
A 48-year-old cyclist was injured after being struck by an SUV making a left turn at Neptune Ave and Brighton 4 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a knee and lower leg injury. The report lists 'Failure to Keep Right' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s error. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Stillwell Avenue▸A sedan slammed into a parked car on Stillwell Avenue. An 18-year-old passenger suffered a fractured arm. The driver bled from the face. Both were conscious. Police list causes as unspecified.
A sedan traveling east on Stillwell Avenue collided with a parked car near Avenue U in Brooklyn. An 18-year-old male passenger sustained a fractured and dislocated upper arm. The driver, a male, suffered minor facial bleeding. According to the police report, both injuries were documented as the result of the crash. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ocean Parkway Crash Injures Child and Driver▸SUV and sedan collided on Ocean Parkway. Two women and a child hurt. Police cite failure to yield and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A crash at Ocean Parkway and Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn left a child and a 52-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The child, riding as a rear passenger, and the SUV driver suffered injuries. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes child restraint use for the child and seat belts for adults, but only after citing driver errors.
Pickup Backs Into Parked Sedan, Driver Hurt▸A pickup truck backed into a parked sedan on West 20th Street. The sedan driver suffered a leg injury. Police cite unsafe backing. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.
A pickup truck, backing south on West 20th Street in Brooklyn, struck a parked sedan. The sedan’s driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered a knee and lower leg injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Backing Unsafely.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact damaged the sedan’s right front bumper and the truck’s rear. The data shows the injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No further injuries were reported.
SUV turned left on Neptune Ave. Cyclist ejected, leg injured. Police cite failure to keep right. Impact was swift. System failed the rider.
A 48-year-old cyclist was injured after being struck by an SUV making a left turn at Neptune Ave and Brighton 4 St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to keep right. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a knee and lower leg injury. The report lists 'Failure to Keep Right' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s error. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch▸A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-24
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Stillwell Avenue▸A sedan slammed into a parked car on Stillwell Avenue. An 18-year-old passenger suffered a fractured arm. The driver bled from the face. Both were conscious. Police list causes as unspecified.
A sedan traveling east on Stillwell Avenue collided with a parked car near Avenue U in Brooklyn. An 18-year-old male passenger sustained a fractured and dislocated upper arm. The driver, a male, suffered minor facial bleeding. According to the police report, both injuries were documented as the result of the crash. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ocean Parkway Crash Injures Child and Driver▸SUV and sedan collided on Ocean Parkway. Two women and a child hurt. Police cite failure to yield and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A crash at Ocean Parkway and Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn left a child and a 52-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The child, riding as a rear passenger, and the SUV driver suffered injuries. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes child restraint use for the child and seat belts for adults, but only after citing driver errors.
Pickup Backs Into Parked Sedan, Driver Hurt▸A pickup truck backed into a parked sedan on West 20th Street. The sedan driver suffered a leg injury. Police cite unsafe backing. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.
A pickup truck, backing south on West 20th Street in Brooklyn, struck a parked sedan. The sedan’s driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered a knee and lower leg injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Backing Unsafely.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact damaged the sedan’s right front bumper and the truck’s rear. The data shows the injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No further injuries were reported.
A 101-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned left. The driver was unlicensed. She died days later. Her family mourns. The street remains the same.
According to the New York Post (April 24, 2025), Taibel Brod, 101, was fatally struck by a 2023 GMC Yukon while crossing Brooklyn Avenue at Montgomery Street in Crown Heights. Police say Brod had the light. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, 65, was unlicensed and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod's grandson: "She was extremely independent till her last day." Brod died less than two weeks after the crash. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers. Shagalow was released with a desk appearance ticket. The case underscores persistent gaps in enforcement and street design that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
- Unlicensed Driver Kills Brooklyn Matriarch, New York Post, Published 2025-04-24
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Stillwell Avenue▸A sedan slammed into a parked car on Stillwell Avenue. An 18-year-old passenger suffered a fractured arm. The driver bled from the face. Both were conscious. Police list causes as unspecified.
A sedan traveling east on Stillwell Avenue collided with a parked car near Avenue U in Brooklyn. An 18-year-old male passenger sustained a fractured and dislocated upper arm. The driver, a male, suffered minor facial bleeding. According to the police report, both injuries were documented as the result of the crash. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ocean Parkway Crash Injures Child and Driver▸SUV and sedan collided on Ocean Parkway. Two women and a child hurt. Police cite failure to yield and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A crash at Ocean Parkway and Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn left a child and a 52-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The child, riding as a rear passenger, and the SUV driver suffered injuries. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes child restraint use for the child and seat belts for adults, but only after citing driver errors.
Pickup Backs Into Parked Sedan, Driver Hurt▸A pickup truck backed into a parked sedan on West 20th Street. The sedan driver suffered a leg injury. Police cite unsafe backing. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.
A pickup truck, backing south on West 20th Street in Brooklyn, struck a parked sedan. The sedan’s driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered a knee and lower leg injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Backing Unsafely.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact damaged the sedan’s right front bumper and the truck’s rear. The data shows the injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No further injuries were reported.
A sedan slammed into a parked car on Stillwell Avenue. An 18-year-old passenger suffered a fractured arm. The driver bled from the face. Both were conscious. Police list causes as unspecified.
A sedan traveling east on Stillwell Avenue collided with a parked car near Avenue U in Brooklyn. An 18-year-old male passenger sustained a fractured and dislocated upper arm. The driver, a male, suffered minor facial bleeding. According to the police report, both injuries were documented as the result of the crash. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ocean Parkway Crash Injures Child and Driver▸SUV and sedan collided on Ocean Parkway. Two women and a child hurt. Police cite failure to yield and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A crash at Ocean Parkway and Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn left a child and a 52-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The child, riding as a rear passenger, and the SUV driver suffered injuries. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes child restraint use for the child and seat belts for adults, but only after citing driver errors.
Pickup Backs Into Parked Sedan, Driver Hurt▸A pickup truck backed into a parked sedan on West 20th Street. The sedan driver suffered a leg injury. Police cite unsafe backing. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.
A pickup truck, backing south on West 20th Street in Brooklyn, struck a parked sedan. The sedan’s driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered a knee and lower leg injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Backing Unsafely.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact damaged the sedan’s right front bumper and the truck’s rear. The data shows the injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No further injuries were reported.
SUV and sedan collided on Ocean Parkway. Two women and a child hurt. Police cite failure to yield and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
A crash at Ocean Parkway and Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn left a child and a 52-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The child, riding as a rear passenger, and the SUV driver suffered injuries. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes child restraint use for the child and seat belts for adults, but only after citing driver errors.
Pickup Backs Into Parked Sedan, Driver Hurt▸A pickup truck backed into a parked sedan on West 20th Street. The sedan driver suffered a leg injury. Police cite unsafe backing. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.
A pickup truck, backing south on West 20th Street in Brooklyn, struck a parked sedan. The sedan’s driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered a knee and lower leg injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Backing Unsafely.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact damaged the sedan’s right front bumper and the truck’s rear. The data shows the injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No further injuries were reported.
A pickup truck backed into a parked sedan on West 20th Street. The sedan driver suffered a leg injury. Police cite unsafe backing. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.
A pickup truck, backing south on West 20th Street in Brooklyn, struck a parked sedan. The sedan’s driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered a knee and lower leg injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Backing Unsafely.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact damaged the sedan’s right front bumper and the truck’s rear. The data shows the injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No further injuries were reported.